input
stringlengths 0
6.47k
| output
stringlengths 2
3.3k
|
|---|---|
I dropped a can from a shelf on top of my foot. This happened almost 2 weeks ago and my foot is still swollen across the top and I can t wear my shoes, except slippers. If there is something broken, will it heal in time or do I have to get an x-ray and treatment?
|
Hi... If I were you.then I would have get ca x-ray done to my foot to rule out any fracture...even if it is hairline fracture I can take necessary precautions to avoid any future complications ...once I am done with that...then I would do. Icing frequently in the injured area...15 min since in every 2 hours possibly...keep it compressed witChatDoctorpression bandage or with cr\u00eape bandage... Jeep it elevated whoever possible... Limit my movement to assist in healing for some time. If somebody is there for my help. I would ask them to knead gently over my back of leg and side leg muscles to assist in speedy recovery. Hope this is helpful for you... Kindly revert in case if you need any further clarification.... Wish you a speedy recovery...
|
I took a fall from a scooter and landed full weight on my shoulder across a concrete curb (37 year old male). Had x-rays, no obvious break...3 days later still swollen (with ibuprofen and ice) and cannot take my arm across my body or extend it and raise it in any direction. The acromion is still not visible with the swelling. I am a carpenter and rely on my physical condition to work safely. I am thinking of contacting an orthopedic (or my trusted chiropractor) to further investigate, or should I give it a few more days? If there is other damage I don t want to wait too long.
|
Hi.since you had a fall, swelling might to due to trauma to some structure in the shoulder joint...it's good that you had an x-ray done.now I would suggest you to wear shoulder sling to take of undue load on shoulder joint.ice your shoulder frequently....like once in every 2 hours... I also suggest you to meet an orthopedic or a qualified Physio to rule out ligament and muscle injury...so that adequate steps can be taken to prevent any later complications...injuries of this sort will take time to heal sometimes up to six weeks...as I told continue medications till as per your GP advise and icing frequently will definitely help to bring your pain down and assist in healing of shoulder...
|
Age 20, had right orchiopexy surgery. After a month later I developed a rash on my scrotum which my doctor prescribed me rash cream. The cream worked to an extent and soon I ran out. Then a month later I had caught an bacteria infection which I got treated in time before it spread. It is out of my system but the rash remains. I started using calamine lotion on my rash and it healed it to some extent then I noticed I was developing pink bumps on my scrotum. Im calling my doctor first thing tomorrow morning but are these happenings common?
|
Hi. As per your case-history there are certain things which needs to be asked. Whether rash is itching? Whether it is filled with pus? Whether it started after using certain cream? As far as calamine lotion is concerned it will just provide symptomatic relief, it won't cure it. So its lesion is pustular use antibiotic cream or lesion is itching and non-pus filled use an antibiotic-steroid cream (Fusiderm-b)If relief not obtained than consult a dermatologistThanks. Chat Doctor. B.B.S, D.D.V.L
|
Dear Doctor, I have got my semen analysis today. My analysis result is Quantity
|
HelloWelcome to Chat Doctor. I would interpret it for you
|
My my wife has ankylelosig spondolits with degenerating discs and hope. how ca this therapy be so different from others that have let us down. (arristotti). Pardon my spelling. But a process of manupulating tha facia and ligaments for for rapid recovery.
|
Hello, It looks that you are asking for some form of manipulation therapy for ankylosing spondylitis. In AS there is inflammation of ligament with gradual ossification. There are some useful immune medicines like infliximab for its treatment, but exercises is most often advised in this to prevent its severity. Manipulation is helpful in this as this increase the flexibility in ligaments. But this should be guided & under supervision. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care
|
Hi I am a 53 year old female. I have no heart disease that I am aware of. I do take metoprolol 25 mgs daily for a fast heart rate. It usually runs about 90 bpm, so doctor suggested this medicine. But last few nights, as soon as I lay down at night, I can feel and hear my heart beating. Is this normal? I do not have any caffine at night, however I do have wine, and I tend to have sweets. I immediately feel my pulse, and it feels normal and regular, and it doesnt feel fast. But it keeps me up as I can distinctly feel and hear the thumping. Should I be worried? Should I up my metoprolol at night? Thanks for your answer.
|
Hi, Usually it is not dangerous if you feel your heart beating when you are lying. I would advise you to check your blood pressure for a week in the evenings, as sometime people can feel their heartbeats because of high blood pressure, but if it is normal before going to bed, there is nothing to worry.Also, I would advise you to avoid sweets and alcohol in the evening, and try to be in the fresh air much. Hope I could help nourishing you good health In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask
|
Hi , my 1 yr old just returned from the er , he got 6 stitches on the fleshy lower part of the palm of the hand, under the thumb. My husband said the dry commented on how white the flap of skin was inside -what does that mean ? Why was it white inside ? They put him on cefovit antibiotics for 3 days
|
The skin has several layers. The pigment layer is not the lowermost layer of the skin. There are other layers as well as a layer of subcutaneous tissue which is made of fibrous tissue. This fibrous tissue looks white. If blood vessels are not ruptured, you can see this later if the upper layers of the skin are damaged or broken. Probably that is what you mean by white flap inside. The skin that normally acts as a barrier to infection. In case of breach, it is preferable to use some antibiotic so that some infective agent does not enter.
|
Im a male 51 years old and experience a slight continuous pain below the belly in the center especially when in sitting position. I also need to go more often to urinate as usual. This happens since about 1 week or 10 days. No fever, good appetite, no pain when urinate
|
Hi, thank you for quarry. As you mentioned you have hypogastricpain along with frequency but no obvious symptoms among with no comorbidities. If a patient came to me with such symptoms I will prescribe urine complete examination along with ultrasound if required after clinical examination to rule out any bladder stone, cystitis,UTI. After proper workup and diagnosis medication required. Hope the answer will help you for consultation to your Chat Doctor.
|
Since more than 10 years, I ve been suffering from memory loss and the only thing I love in this life is math. but suddenly I don t do well in it anymore and here where i started to panic. I did x-ray to get have nasal septum deviation surgery. then i was asked to do MRI. My MRI report findings
|
Please upload the PDF copy of the MRI report and I will be able to give you a much better opinion as to what the findings are showing as related to your clinical symptoms of forgetfulness. When you say you LOVE mathematics....are you a professional mathematician or just extremely interested and talented in the discipline? Can you give me an example of a type of math problem that you find yourself not being able to easily solve nowadays that worries you? My undergraduate degree prior to medical school was mathematics. In particular, I was always very partial to the Calculus and Number Theory. I also studied and presented topics at competitions on FINITE DIFFERENCES so go ahead and tell me exactly what type of math you are into, and I may be able to understand your problem a bit more as well. You may write to me at
|
Hi I have been having a throbbing, swelling, and sharp pain on my left back to mid back part of my head. The head will not stop pulsating and hurting. It has been there for almost 1 and 1/2 months and it annoys me to pieces It feels like a bump on the left and bump in the nape of neck. I take fluvoxamine , respiridone, provigil,and anti anxiety medication. I have also found that my brain has been a bit fuzzy lately and I often have a pain in my chest. When I wake up I feel nauseous and I remember throwing up for almost 2 weeks in a row I wake up almost every morning now feeling nauseus. I have been diagnosed with anxiety, depression , aspergers, ADD, and OCD . So please tell me what I have thank you!
|
Hi, With these complex problems sometime diagnosis become difficult. In that case physician used to make differential diagnosis to manage case. These complaints can occur in anxiety and depression. OCD is also a type of anxiety disorder. But if we see your treatment it appears to right and cover all your differential diagnosis. So, continue your treatment as some time treatment may take 2-3 months to show response. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. Wish you Good Health.
|
I had Fallopian tube removed (right side) with ectopic pregnancy a year ago, I have been having abdominal pain sometimes and feeling very tense right the scar, suddenly now I am having abdominal pain as same as the ectopic last year the night before my surgery? What shoul I do now ? Thanks Jackie
|
Hi. Such a severe pain after tubal excision, after a gap of a year is suggestive that either you are pregnant and have another tubal pregnancy or there is an intestinal obstruction. I would advise getting an X-ray in the standing position of the whole abdomen to find out the cause. You may also go for tests of blood, urine, stool.; ultrasonography and serum electrolytes.IF something of surgical nature is found you may need to undergo another surgery to get the problem solved forever.
|
I have been having back, leg, and hip pain. I have also had numbness and tingling of the saddle area and down my legs. I also have incontinence problems, both bowel and bladder. My legs tire easily too. The Dr did an MRI and this is what it says. L1-l no disc bulge seen. The spinal canal of foraminal narrowing. L2-l3 mild disc desiccation with mild disc height loss and mild diffuse disc bulge without significant spinal canal or foraminal narrowing. L3-l4 mild disc bulge and mild bilateral facet hypertrophic changes without significant spinal canal or foraminal narrowing. L4-l5 minimal disc desiccation, mild diffuse disc bulge and mild to moderate bilateral facet hypertrophic changes causing indentation of thecal sac with mild spinal canal narrowing. No significant foraminal narrowing seen. L5-s1 disc desiccation, mild disc bulge with superimposed small right paracentral disc protrusion which is contacting and mildly displacing the right descending S1 nerve root and mild to moderate bilateral facet hypertrophic changes seen. No significant spinal canal or foraminal narrowing. Partial lumbarization of s1vertebral body seen. Will you please explain what this means and what will help my symptoms improve?
|
Hello your MRI Showing two changes. 1. disc desiccation changes 2. Mild disc bulging. These two changes are mainly due to degeneration in the inter vertebral disc. This degeneration is having an irritation effect over the spinal nerve roots at lumbosacral area. A good physiotherapy treatment can make you come out from this condition. You can take anti-inflammatory medicines & plasmolytic medicines but they will give you only symptomatic treatment and cant make you recover from this problem. In physiotherapy the modalities SWD & IFT at lumbosacral area and intermittent traction at lumbar area can make you out from the pain. As the painful condition goes down you should do lumbar extension exercises name as cobra pose . If this exercise increases pain then don't do it. After some days you should do lumbar extension strengthening exercises . Do these exercises daily & avoid forward bending and jerky movements. You will find these exercises very helpful and all the degenerative changes and disc bulge will become better day by day. Thank you.
|
l had a small cold sore and I used Abreva and it worked. But now I have a few red spots inside my mouth between my front teeth and my bottom lip. Besides the red spots (about three of them) there are little minute spots with a little white center and my lips (all around the outside) are constantly feeling \"gooey\" and I have to keep using tissues to remove the soft white substance. Other wise, I feel fine!
|
Hello! Welcome to Chat Doctor ! The bumps or sores inside mouth can also be due to viral infection causing cold sores as in few cases cold sores can appear inside mouth too. Also, the sores can be canker sores. So my suggestion to you is to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated. An oral swab culture can be done if the infection is suspected and then treatment can be planned accordingly. In case if it is due to viral infection only then you can be advised anti-viral medication like Acyclovir, Val acyclovir etc. Topical antiviral gels like Value can be advised. In case if it is due to canker sores then doing warm saline gargles and applying antiseptic oral gels like those containing Chlorohexidine can help. Doing antiseptic mouthwash gargles is also helpful. Take vitamin B complex daily till they heal. Hope this helps Take Care!
|
My partner has a swollen gland/lump just under jaw on left side. His nose and left side of face is swollen and has got more noticeable in the last few hours. His eye lid is swollen too, and i think its a little more purpley colour.What could this be?
|
Hello! Thank you for the query. It sounds like salivary gland inflammation. It may be caused by a stone in salivary ducts for example. Especially if he has also pained while swallowing. Tooth inflammation is also possible. For sure, he needs to see a doctor as soon as possible. Please note that any infection in the face area can spread to the brain. That is why immediate treatment is advisable. Please consult your doctor as soon as possible. Hope this will help. Regards.
|
I was married for 17 years to an abusive alcoholic, I wanted to leave for years and finally got the courage 2 years ago to do it, my question is why am I still having nightmares about him, I feel anxious every time I go out, I need to have my car doors locked all the time. I seem to be ok at work but on the weekends you cant get me out of my apartment.
|
Hi, I can understand what you must have gone through in your marriage. You took a brave decision to come out of it. You're having the current set of symptoms in form of nightmares and anxiety can be suggestive of a past traumatic stress disorder> it usually happens in response to severe amount of trauma, and you seemingly have gone through a lot. I would suggest that you should seek a psychiatric consultation regarding your current situation. Treatment with medications like Escitalopram will help. In addition, you can consider cognitive behavior therapy which will help you get over the bad memories and become more relaxed. I do hope that you are able to leave back all these soon and have a great life ahead. Best wishes.
|
I was diagnosed with Stage1 Invasive Ductal breast cancer grade 3 triple negetive Brca1 and 2 negative. My tumor was 2mm. Very small my doctor said chemo wasn t needed due to the size..did lumpecty along with 33 radiation treatments. I done a lot of research on triple negative always chemo..what are your thoughts
|
In patients with Infiltrating Ductal Carcinoma - Triple Negative type, chemotherapy is almost always needed. However, as the size of the lesion in your particular instance is less than 5\u00a0mm (size mentioned is 2\u00a0mm) chemotherapy may be avoided. It may bet better for you to have a medical oncology consultation with all details being fed to Adjuvant Online! To find out the benefit of chemotherapy in your particular scenario. Other relevant history like family history, age and other parameters will also have a bearing on the final treatment decision.
|
Hello i have had my ears pierced for about 7-8 years now , for a few days now it has started to hurt when i try and put the earing in , its only on one ear the right one , this morning i tried to put it in and it felt like i had to repierce it ! its still stinging now. What is this? .
|
Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. It is either closed or it is infected. In my advice you should get it checked with nearby doctors. First important step is to diagnose whether it is closed or infected. For the infected ear you need to take the antibiotics. Oral definite 200 mg TDS for three days plus daily cleaning and Chat Doctor. For the closed whole, you need to dig it again. You can go to nearby doctor it will pierce it once again. Please take good care while piercing otherwise it will get infected again. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/
|
Hi, im 22 years old, female and recently ive been finding it hard to breathe, it feels as if someone is squeasing my wind pipe every 2minutes or so, the pain is sharp, i sometimes have to hold my breath as the pain can be that sore, when i exhale i have no energy what so ever. Yesterday i was also sick twice if that may be any help. Thanks.
|
Hi thanks for contacting Chat Doctor.... Here no resp symptoms present. ... The complaint is squeezing chest pain and dyspnea .... So cardiac cause can be there, or it can be status asthma like bronchoconstriction.... Investigate with. ...-blood pressure monitoring -EKG -echo (if needed)-cardiac enzymes' estimation if needed For status asthma rule out spirometry done .... And here auscultation also done first ... If bronchoconstriction there and rhonchi heard bronchodilator nebulization might need ex. By levosalbutamol .... So according to cause treatment guided ... Take care ..... Advise
|
Hello Doc I been having some really painful knee problems. About close to a year i had surgery on my Left knee i had an ACL Repair an a torn miniscus ...but before that i keep using my goopd knee (right knee) to support my self .So my problem now ,,My right knee hurts really bad i have some grinding noise when i bend it when am about to get up from a chair or couch it hurts so bad same thing when i want to sit i have to hold on to something near by to get up ..when i bend it hurts an sounds horrible an even feels vey horrible. When i go up stairs or come down stairs it hurts really i feel a grinding sound an i feel like something moves out of place..thank you so much for your time
|
Hi, I would recommend you to get basic X-rays and blood tests done. As I cannot see your age here, knee degeneration starts between 45-50 yrs depending on individuals' lifestyle. This looks like same, but if you are younger than this, this can be a sign of some internal derangement. Get X-ray of knee done. Till then avoid stairs, squats, crossed leg sitting. Apply hot fomentation, take some painkillers. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
|
i have flat red dot rash on the underside of my upper arm it has been there for about four months i have tried anti fugals but it has not workedi thought it was ring worm because it was in the shape of a circle at first but know it has morphed they are slightly raised and flat but not ichy or crusty
|
HIT hank for asking to ChatDoctorI really appreciate your concern looking to the given history here I could say that this could be nonspecific type of skin lesion in my opinion this could be treated with \"Mometasone cream\" on tentative basis, if the lesion remains as it is then this need to be brought for the clinical examination and this is the only way to diagnose this, take care and have a nice day.
|
My son hit his le pretty hard ( front of leg lower calf). He has a lump not disclosed but now feels a little warm. I am not exactly how long it has been because he hit it one day then reinsured it so not sure but about a4 or 5days. Wondering if normal to feel warm to touch. He does say it hurts f I press hard on sides of lump but not above or below. He has no swelling or redness. Sorry typing errors not dis colored and reinjured.
|
Hi! Thanks for sharing your sons' health queries with Chat Doctor! Well, this is a common medical/orthopedic condition as this is nothing but an old blood-filled sac termed as hematoma that has been infected recently possibly due to rubbing/manipulation and turning it into an abscess!Therefore, kindly see your surgeon for some tests and if possible aspiration of the material and a course of antibiotics; that's all! Hope got the answer to your question; please don't hesitate to write to us in case any more queries. Wishing your son good health!
|
Does a CEA Blood Test showing a level of 7.5 in an 85 year old man indicate the presence of cancer and should a colonoscopy be done even if he is on coumadin because he has an artificial valve. Is it and urgent matter. We want it to be done in a hospital and have time for the coumadin clinic to set up a schedule for stopping coumadin and taking lovalax.
|
Hi, you did not mention the clinical history of your father. Why the CEA estimation has been done is not clear. Is there any history of altered bowel habit or stool mixed with blood? Coumadin can also be the cause. Anyway CEA 7.5 (you have not mentioned the unit) does not signify malignancy. Slightly higher than normal (normal 2.5-5 microgram/L). Increased in smokers also. Anyway consult your doctor regarding this issue.
|
I get dizzy everytime I stand up, can t eat anything cause it makes me nausated if I force myself to eat I will vomit, mucsle aches, maybe bones too so bad i feeling restless and want to scream (i do scream) mostly at nt I ll wake up and feel like I m crawling out of my skin. I have panic attacks, & irregular heart palpurations ( that I was hospitized for) they said it was probably stress related, but wanted me to see cardiologist.. I did NOT! This has been going on for over a month. losing too much weight. no ins. What do I do....I can not function like this...I am 50 yrs old...and a single mother....Please what is the problem
|
Hello, Dizziness associated with nausea commonly is a symptom of Vertigo though medical conditions like Hypoglycemia, Blood pressure issues, deny Chat Doctor. Since you are having irregular heart palpitations & panic attacks, you are suggested to get examined by a GP. Get clinically assessed, get all investigations (Blood, Stool & Imaging tests done) to rule out any developing CAD (Coronary artery disease). To detect Vertigo, get physically examined by an ENT, get audiometry teat done. Your treatment will depend on the severity of the symptoms & pathology detected. Since you are dizzy, avoid
|
My husband can only take this particular generic of protonix40mg. any other he gets sick, has these episodes that last 8 - 12 hrs. I have searched 26 pharmacies in my area, say its discontinued.Please can u tell me where I can find Pantaprozole DR 40mg., NDC
|
Hello friend, Thank you for posting your query through Chat Doctor. Since you have posted this query in the alternative medicine category I am answering. I am a Homeopath and so the Chat Doctor. Proton ix sodium 40 mg or Pantoprazole (not pantoprazole) 40 mg. as I have understood, is a slow releasing antacid, of the conventional medicine used for relieving heart burn, by inhibiting the release of HY
|
i had a motorcycle accident two weeks ago. I have been to the hospital for x rays but no broken/fractured ribs. I still have a sharp pain on the right side of my ribcage. Although no further test were done after the xray i complained about the pain and the doctor has been prescribing orphenadrine as a muscle relaxant. how long should i expect it to take until healed.
|
Hello Thanks for writing to us; I have studied your case with diligence. Due to fall there can be injury to rib or spine. You can apply ice; also hot fomentation may help if you feel better with it. Avoid sudden movement, take rest, use rib supportive belt. Medication like muscle relaxant and analgesic will reduce pain along with it use rib support belt. You may consult physiotherapist for pain management. He may start TENS, or ultrasound which is helpful in your case. You may need to take 3 weeks rest for early healing. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you find this answer helpful do not forget to give rating at end of discussion. Wishing you good health. Take disregards Chat Doctor.
|
My father in law (age 72) was diagnosed with MRSA in the urine and in his blood three weeks ago. He was discharged from the hospital 10 days ago and has been in a nursing home since. He has declined in the nursing home rapidly. His sugar is dropping under 80 and he can barely talk. He has no strength and is completely bed ridden. I can never seem to get any answers and the nurses are nasty when you question them. I feel like they are missing something and I have never seen a doctor there. Suggestions would be great as he is giving up on life at this point.
|
Welcome to Chat Doctor, From my extensive experience in long term care I have found that getting patients to eat is a problem or providing assistance when needed is even a bigger problem. You can help by getting the family together and try to have someone there at mealtimes to encourage feeding. Check to see if he is still on blood sugar medicine or if it has been decreased or discontinued with respect to his blood sugar. If it hasn't been adjusted, make them adjust it. Contact the State and file a complaint if you observe them sitting the tray in front of him with no assist or if you find his medication has not been adjusted to his blood sugar, or you find pressure sores worsening. Discuss tube feeding or in between meal supplements per family/pts wishes. Your loved one deserves quality of care, and it is the law in the US. Document everything. Please feel free to contact me should you need any other help with your father-in-law or in dealing with the facility. Also, by law in the US, reports on quality of life and care should be hanging by the facility door or in another public place where you have access to it. Review it to see if they were cited for similar lacks of care in the previous survey. So sorry for your situation. Kathryn J. Shatter, BS, MS,RUN - (previous healthcare surveyor)
|
I am 36 years old, got marred in may 2007, i was conceived 2yrs ago(under doctor s medication ), and due to embronic demise(no heart beat) i had to undergo D &C in my 2nd month, as my doctor s advice. still i have not conceived. My husband, he is aged 38 yrs & has low sperm count(low motility/ morphology ). Now his sperm count is 10 millions. pls advice me what to do...
|
Hi Sudan, As you have stated that your husband is having low sperm count and also earlier you have conceived under medical supervision, hence I will advise you to consult an infertility specialist. You can talk to your doctor for assisted conception techniques which may offer you the chance of having a child again. Assisted conception treatments include
|
hi, i had unprotected sex a few times over the course of 3days around a week ago, my period is not due yet but i have been having lower back pain/ache, some sickness, excess urination and today my breasts have seemed swollen. what are the chances of me being pregnant and when can i take a test?
|
Dear patient There is every chance of pregnancy with unprotected sex, but it depends on what day of menstrual cycle sex was enjoyed. If it was done during safe period of menstrual cycle then risk of pregnancy is nil. Apart from pregnancy unprotected sex leads to genital tract infection, and you are having signs of infection. Is there whitish discharge? So start tab metronidazole 400\u00a0mg thrice a day plus ciprofloxacin 500\u00a0mg twice a day for 7 days. Pregnancy test kits are available over the counter and can be checked as soon as possible. But remember next time no unprotected sex and condom every time.
|
i have been diagnosed with mild to moderate mitral regurgitation. i have a lot of symptoms though; i.e. shortness of breath (especially when i lay down). my heart feels like it skips a beat too - my cardiologist told me that i have a heart block (that it s not serious). my question is whether the heart block, even mild, related to the mitral regurgitation and will it make it worse?
|
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Yes, heart block of any degree and severity can worsen mitral regurgitation. Your current symptom(shortness of breath more in lying down) is mostly due to early heart failure. And heart block is the likely cause for this. If we don't treat heart blocks at present then your heart failure will progress and show more symptoms like edema feet, breathlessness on rest etc. So better to consult senior cardiologist and discuss all these. You may need pacemaker insertion for heart block. Don't worry, you will be alright with appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
|
Hi.mom was diagnosed 3c endometrioid adenocarcinoma 3 years ago. For nearly a month she is vomiting black stuff and constipated. After passing motion via colostomy, she finds relief and there again, constipated. No mass up to 40cm the colonoscopy was inserted. Could this be due to adhesions?
|
Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. She may have some adhesion or stricture. So obstruction in the gastrointestinal tract causing this problem. She should go for GI endoscopy and ultrasound abdomen. Then she 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.
|
dear mam i got married in 2008 but still yoday we dont have kids we anoxym to concive we gone to hospital their they told to go for IVF but i didnt no why they told like that bcoz technology improved alot without IVF they can treat us but they didnt tell . my husbands sperm count is very low how can we approach and with whom can be approach please guide us and suggest a good doctor please help in this mam plz
|
Hi welcome to Chat Doctor. I have gone through your question. As you had done ultrasound color Doppler scan of scrotum of your husband, if not then do this first to rule out varicocele and see vascularity of testes. Then consult urologist for him. Do ovulation profile, thyroid profile, histosalpingography HSG of you to rule out any abnormality. Then I would suggest that if anything found abnormal with you then consult gynecologist and can be treated with medicines. No need to jump on IVF intro fertilization directly. Hope I answered your question. Would be happy to help you further. Take care.
|
I have like this lump in my armpit and it s very small like maybe half of a pea and it doesn t hurt unless I touch it and it s a bit hard and when I pressed it really hard like some weird water came out and it became smaller and I read online that it might be breast cancer or just an infection please help
|
Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, A lump in the armpit is most commonly due to lymph node enlargement. Lymph node enlargement can occur due to infection or metastasis from breast cancer. Pain on pressing the lump is suggestive of infection. Water coming out of the swelling suggests infectious material coming out of the swelling. Examination of the breasts for any lump is also necessary. Thus, consult your primary healthcare provider for clinical assessment and thus management. Thanks and take care Chat Doctor.
|
I have Psoriasis in both of my ears really bad, some times my ears feel so weighted down, I know I shouldnt do this , but its the only way I could figure out how to get the flakes out. But I used a tweezer to pull the flakes out. The past two day it has been so thick that I take the tweezer and get under the the the the dead skin and pull out a pile of flakes about the half size of a pea. But when doing this I notice that it feels like a long piece of smooth plastic under the skin it moves around and sometimes it feels like its poking . Is this something to worry about and will it go back to where it should be?
|
Hi, As you said, you suffer from psoriasis. It is a chronic and relapsing skin disease. I can understand your anxiety for your disease. But, you have to keep patience. You might get relief slowly. And due to some factors it might relapse... Remember it is a controllable disease. You consult nearby dermatologist for firm diagnosis and perfect treatment. I would like to suggest few things as follows....- accretion 25 mg daily- methotrexate 15 mg weekly in three decided doses of 5 mg 12 hourly.- Blood tests .routine & LFT may be done at regular intervals-Steroid with salicylic acid point may be applied twice a day on the psoriasis lesions...on trunk and extremities- But, please avoid the use of renovate on psoriasis lesions on foreskin and soft tissue areas.as it is a moderately strong steroid. You may apply mild steroid cream like mometasone.- Soap bath should be avoided.- All precautions may be taken to avoid Chat Doctor. Winter might worsen due to
|
I have a hard bump about 2 inches below my right knee. I noticed it aboutr a month ago and it starting hurting some. I broke my right ankle 2 years ago, the tibia bone and had plate and screws in but had them taken out last November. What could this be and could it have something to do from my ankle?
|
Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some soft tissue tumor like lipoma, neurofibroma or dermatofibroma. You have history of trauma and surgery on ankle. But your ankle lesion has nothing to do with knee swelling. You should go for examination. If needed go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. 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.
|
Hi, i recently found a lump in between my buttock over a week ago. its almost like skin hanging out , it feels swollen and is painful. i tried pushing it back in but it didnt work, im really scared , is this some form of cancer? thank you for your help
|
Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some hemorrhoid (piles). You should go for examination. Take plenty of water and high fiber diet. Avoid constipation. For pain relief local anesthetic gel like lignin can be used. Permanent treatment of choice is surgery. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health.
|
I was licked by a dog in Thailand 7 days ago and now Im freaking out. Is it too late to get the vaccine? I was licked once on my finger (no open wound) by a normal looking dog. I washed my hands with an antibacterial gel (purell) immediately afterwards. I was not worried about it but when I got back from thailand (today) I realized a had a yeast infection (vaginal) and now Ill all worried it may have been caused by a weak immune system due to my body trying to fight off the rabies virus. Help!!
|
Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, As you were licked by a dog according to WHO categories it is categorized into Cat II to which thorough wound washing along with minimum of three doses of antirabies vaccine should be taken. As you have washed the wound thoroughly with antibacterial gel it will wash off the rabies virus if any present in the wound. As you are mentioning regarding the fungal infection of the vagina it is no where concerned with the dog bite. Rabies is a disease which is 100% fatal, but it is 100% preventable by proper and adequate treatment. So the genital fungal infection is common in females because of the normal anatomy of the female reproductive system. Thank you.
|
I have a 3 1/2 yr old son who just started preschool last week. Today he has a bad cough, runny nose, and I just noticed Some mild petechiae on his cheeks. He hasn t had a fever but I ve been giving him Motrin. He s only had 2 of his DTaP vaccines. Should I be concerned?
|
Thanks for putting your query up at Chat Doctor. Probably your little son has a respiratory tract infection. Generally these are caused due to a viral infection and have an allergic component as well. Fever may also occur. The petechial on the cheeks may be due to rupture of small blood vessels just below the skin due to forceful coughing. There is no need to be concerned at the moment. But the condition might require serious attention in case the petechial spots expand or recur elsewhere. I hope that this has not occurred just after the dose of Tap. Do not worry because only two doses have been delivered. Just give the next dose as per schedule. Giving him some antiallergic and steam inhalation is likely to give him some relief. I hope that helps. Feel free to revert in case of further queries if any.
|
Thank you for your help ! My husband had an MRI that states he has scattered T2 white matter hyperintensities in both cerebral hemispheres. He has been treated since 5-26-12 for physical & heat exhaustion due to working 18 us hrs. A day three days in that wk. we were in a heat wave also. He got so sick and vomiting with confusion, blurred vision , severe headache. Fatigue , memory loss and pain and weakness more on the left side. An employee had to drive him back to the main office two evenings in a row who h is totally out of character for him. He was the foreman and never let anyone drive his work truck. He has had pain blocks in neck and knees thinking his stumbling was due to other issues. Two different drs. Told him it sounded like he had a stroke so we go to a neurologist . This is the diagnosis of the MRI with contrast. For several months the symptoms have continued now he has to use a cane to help him be more stable. Please help us understand could be have had a stroke or is it more probable to have MS ? He seems to have all the symptoms of both & he is only 46 yrs. old. The drs. Tell him his bisy appears to be much older than he is. His hair is falling out badly & he has had knee replacement 4 knee surgeries & 2 lower back surgeries . We are so confused at thus point !!!
|
Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Based on the information provided, the most likely diagnosis is brain stroke. Neurological deficits in stroke do take time to recover, and it is not unusual to find weakness persisting for a few months. Regarding a possibility of multiple sclerosis (MS), it is unlikely, as there seems to be a single episode of neurological illness. In MS, there would be multiple episodes of neurological disturbances. I hope it helps. Please get back if you require any additional information. Wishing you good health, Chat Doctor. Ly/
|
I just received a negative blood test after my first IVF cycle I m 40 years old they transferred 3 embryos my cycle was perfect I reacted great to all medications never had a single problem until now the embryologist said my embryos were great i had 1-8 cell 2 7cells transferred. what happens and can I try again and how soon
|
Dear user, welcome to Chat Doctor. Never lose hope and be patient. There are many cases which are worse than yours. You should be prepared that success is never guaranteed. I there am any embryos frozen you can transfer them the next cycle. If no embryos, you may start another stimulation cycle once you are psychologically, physically and economically ready. I suggest having a hysteroscopy before you proceed to any of the previous options (if your doctor agrees). You may discover a cause which prevents implantation (endometrial polyp for example), also it was proven that endometrial injury improves IVF outcome. I wish you good luck and getting pregnant soon.
|
hi, I m 23 years old and its been 6 years that I m having cystic acne . I have taken two rounds of isotretinoin but after leaving it the acne has come back.i have taken antibiotics also in these six years off and on..I have been on medicines for 6 years but acne is still there and scars as well. what should I do? I have PCOs as well and I m on Neodipar. please help
|
Treatment of acne depends on the stage and severity of the condition. Very good results can be obtained if you are under regular treatment-the duration of the treatment lasting from 6-9 months. The problem of relapse occurs because most of the time either the medicines are not applied properly or not applied for the needed duration or the treatment is stopped midway or irregular. More than antibiotics for prolonged duration what is needed is topical retinoids for six to nine months Cystic acne means you have grade 4 acne the management of which might require oral retinoids, which need to be taken only after proper investigation, counselling and guidance of an experienced dermal. You have taken two courses, but more course might be needed please visit the nearest dermal who will decide the stage and chalk out a management plan for you. Also one thing you need to strictly follow is that you need to continue the medicines for at least 6-9 months if you want to get rid of acne for quite a long duration. Regards
|
I have burning during urination, it s been a week now. I cannot achieve an erection unless I really concentrate on it.. Today I came home, showered and went straight to bed and woke up 2 hours later with an erection associated with pain.. What s going on??
|
Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I think your problem is psychological rather physiological. You are being obsessive with the pain and erection problem. To be sure, please consult a physician and let him advise you on this regard. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http
|
Hi, my family recently caught the stomach flu (norovirus I believe) starting with our baby, then my husband, then toddler, and I. My daughters and I took probiotics during the flu and my husband didnt and we have either light yellow to mustard almost white colored stools,but he does not?
|
STOMACH FLU IS NOT A FLU.IT MAY BE VIRAL OR PARASITIC INFESTATION, OR BACTERIAL INFECTION DUE TO UNHYGIENIC FOOD .YOUR FAMILY MIGHT HAVE TAKEN SAME FOOD.DO NOT WORRY.TAKE CARE FOR DENY Chat Doctor. GIVE PLENTY OF O R S WITH MINERAL WATER & COCONUT WATER.GIVE SEMI SOLD DIET IT WILL CONTROL WITHIN A WEEK Itself.GIVE CURD, BANANA.IF NOT CONTROLLED CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR.KEEP YOUR HANDS CLEAN WITH SOAP & WATER.WHITE COLORED STOOL MAY BE DUE TO JAUNDICE, CHECK IT.
|
My entire body is always itchy.. I wanna know why. I tried the creams.. but the only thing to seam to work is to take clartin allergies medication ... I have been itchy for months now and I know at one point mu body is going to become immune to it.. I want to know if there is anything I can do to make it completely stop or if I can know what is wrong. My regular doctor doesn t listen to what I m saying and keeps giving me the wrong thing.. I m a 19 year old female
|
Hi charlottesimpkins, thanks for your query, itching entire body is definitely due to allergy... Only cause for that is your allergic to either some food or any cosmetics.please try to avoid food which you found too allergic to it.you continue to take that Clar\u00edn tab or cetirizine for one month, and you will be relieved for sure... If itching is severe take steroid injection once nearby your hospital. Apply liquid paraffin all over your body.it will reduce your itching soon... wish you for best health, by, Chat Doctor. B
|
hello Doctor does I am 24 yrs ,I started Masturbation daily when i was 19 yrs.now the problems is left side of my body is in good shape but the right side of my body is out of shape..is due to masturbation.. please conform it...if the problem is not due to masturbation than guide me what should i do.
|
HelloThanks for query. Based on the facts that you have posted you have been indulged in masturbation since many years and now facing problems related to general health like left side of your body being stronger than the Rt side. First there is myth in a mind of common man that excessive masturbation is the reason of all sexual problems But I would like to state that it has been discussed in scientific forums all over the world and proved scientifically that masturbation does not have any negative effect on any organ or system in the body. All the problems that you are facing now are mind related and due to anxiety. Following measure will help you to boost up your confidence and getting good erection and delay ejaculation. 1) Practice regular exercise for 45 minutes followed by meditation for 1/2 an hour in the morning. 2) Take high protein diet rich in vegetables and fruits and vitamin A, C,D, E.and Zinc 3)Take anti oxidants like Almonds 5-6 everyday4) Avoid alcohol and smoking. Chat Doctor.
|
My baby boy he just 40 days. I for one can not believe our. He has had a cough . I kept telling the doc he said nothing was wrong... there where a few other things like still having a running nose and cough and vomiting but anyways...Well finally 4 days ago he starts spitting up and vomiting with every feeding I called the doc and demanded a apt. We ended up seeing another doctor at the practice I tell him everything that has been going on down to his bowl movements... This doctor says he may not be taking to his similar advance and the cough should have been our first sign since it never went away after a month and half when all the newborn fluid should have been out of him... He switches us to Isomil....!! its gud for my baby, we tried nan 4 a week. because of tat he get motion problem. so pls tel me wat to do .
|
Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of cough and diarrhea in an infant which seems to be due to disturbance of electrolytic balance of body. It could occur due to many reasons such as food intolerance, food allergy, bacterial or viral infection, parasitic infection or inflammatory bowel disease. Need not worry. You should take cough syrup along with this do warm saline gargles on daily basis. Take oral rely Chat Doctor. You should take small and frequent meals rather than large meals at a time. You should avoid taking cold carbonated beverages. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics like ornidazole, albendazole, omeprazole along with operative. You should eat light and non-spicy, eat fresh fruits and vegetables and eat fruits like banana. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,
|
Hello! I had a tooth extracted 6 days ago and its been slow to heal,due to an almost non exsistent immune system. two days after the tooth was pulled, I noticed the thrush and vaginal yeast infection. Am I okay to use nystatin mouth wash now or could it cause the new forming tissue on the extration complications? and do I spit it out or swallow it? Im also on diflucan.
|
Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint as it is already 6 days of extraction now you can gargle with Statin mouthwash but with precaution to now spit with a lot of force. You can also suck on clotrimazole lozenges. Take ample of Probiotics like Yogurt and Garlic. Avoid antimicrobial mouthwash. Chat Doctor. . Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards.
|
I am 50 years old and I felt some lump in my breast. My doctor advised me to take Evion 600 mg capsule one every day. Is there any side effect as I feel that after starting to take this capsule I have pain in my ankle and foot. Is it because of this medicine
|
Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. Since when you are feeling the lump and what symptoms its causing, weather examined by the doctor you have not mentioned.2. About the capsule - its just vitamins with negligible side effects, its could be opportunistic causing pain, if you still doubt - stop for a week and see.3. For breast lump - you need to visit your doctor and get an ultrasound scan done to find out what kind of the lump it is.4. As in your age any breast mass need to be evaluated and treated before it gets complicated5. Hope it helps. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you.
|
My son has a problem. He gets ill because he has a delayed recognition of movement by the brain. He describes his illness as moving his head to thr left or right and the brain senses this movement in a delayed way. This is causing him to a bit like motion sikness but it is not motion sickness but a very real delayed recognition of movement.
|
Hi, There are several things that come to mind that could fit his description of symptoms. One is positional vertigo which is a sense of unusual bodily movement that can come with symptoms of nausea (perhaps even vomiting if persistent). The other is something referred to perceptual POSTURAL POSITIONAL DIZZINESS (PPPD) and in this disorder a person is always feeling a little off kilter. Either a ENT specialist interested in vertiginous disorders or neurobiologist would be best to evaluate his symptoms for the best diagnosis. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
|
I am 9 days post 3 day transfer icsi, I was taking gestone shots until day 7, taking lutinus peseries 3 times a day, I am getting night sweats and hot flashes a lot, is this normal? this is my 5th fresh transfer and never had this symptom but never took gestone shots before, I had 2 pregnancies but lost before 13 weeks. are these hot flashes a bad sign?
|
Hallow Dear, Gestone is a progesterone preparation. Furthermore you are using Lucius vaginal pessaries also, which again are progesterone. Progesterone is smooth muscle relaxant and thus relaxes even the blood vessels. Therefore, Chat Doctor. It is most likely that your blood pressure is getting lowered which causes hot flushes and sweating at night. Please take your Gynecologists opinion. If it is not alarming, please continue taking Gemstone and Lucius since Progesterone helps to stabilize the pregnancy. Since you are on CSI treatment, doctors are taking all the precautions to support your pregnancy and minimize the chances of any abortion. Your previous pregnancies were not supported by Gemstone, and they unfortunately ended in abortion. Therefore, this time the doctors have taken additional preventive precaution by giving Gemstone to prevent the possibility of abortion. I hope Gemstone and Lucius will work to stabilize your pregnancy, and you will have a bonny baby to breastfeed at the end of the term.
|
Hello, My son is 3 1/2 years old and just got over his first vomiting and diarrhea episode that lasted about 3/4 days. He s been better for a couple of days, and is complaining about his butt being itchy. I figured it was from the diarrhea, but when I looked he had white bumps around his anus. He s had small red bumps on the cheeks of his butt for awhile now also. I m not sure if any or all of this is related. Thank you, Amy
|
Hi... Thank you for consulting in Chat Doctor. Looks like everything is related to viral illness. Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it is probably viral illness and it doesn't require antibiotics at all. Once viral fever comes it will there for 4-7 days. So do not worry about duration if the kid is active. Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15\u00a0mg/kg/dose (maximum ceiling dose of 500\u00a0mg) every 4-6th hourly that too only if fever is more than 100F. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with Paracetamol. 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 have been told I have fibroids. I get very heavy bleeding that last up to 10 days and after the bleeding I get this very watery discharge till the next period. I have to wear panty liners everyday till the next period is this normal. The discharge does not stink it has the normal smell.
|
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. . In my opinion you should first get done biopsy of the lesion and confirm that it is thyroid only. Once it is confirmed, the treatment for fibroid with excessive bleeding is surgical removal. If you have completed your family and approaching menopause than hysterectomy (complete removal of uterus) is advised. And if you are younger than selective removal of fibroid is indicated. So better to consult gynecologist and discuss these therapeutic options.
|
I am not able to read small letters. I am wearing a specks and went to check eye for new specks. He asked me to check my left eye with a eye doctor. I am a diabetic and take medicine regularly. But my BP is on the higher side. PL advice My phone is 0000 and email YYYY@YYYY My Name BHAMINI MOHAN
|
This is a little too brief to offer counsel. If someone counseled seeing an eye doctor while you were being fitted for glasses, the worry may be related to diabetes, the lens of the eye or some observation of blood vessel disease. Excepting the lens, you should get the eye doctor to see you soon. With respect to your blood pressure, higher side of what. Record your blood pressure twice daily. Write it down and bring a two-week record to your doctor for review.
|
hi iam Rupali , plz suggest me sunscreen lotion, mou...er & cream , bcoz my complextion become very much dark. my skin is very senci. in all weather i am not cofortable & my skin is mix like just oily & just dry , so plz suggest me which sunscreen lotion, mou...er & cream i can use in summer, rains & winter . .
|
My DearWelcome to Chat Doctor ! I have noted your details and concerns and hope that following measures will prove very useful to you as most of the patients that I see with similar complaints
|
I have very severe pain in both of my legs and for this I have taken almost all analgesics I,m taking voveron tab, etoricoxib 90 mg, tramadol amd acetominophen , Hifenac tablet. even I had shot of voveron also but absolutely no relief. I m 75 plus. plz advice me ASAP to save me.
|
Hello, As I see from history there is severe pain in both the legs. And you are 75 plus, so if you aren't diabetic then I will advise you to out cold packs in the lumbar spine. This will act as an analgesic and will stop pain sensation. But we still need to find a diagnosis now as this using of icing will not last long. So we need to see if you have any DVT or any degenerative disc injury. I will advise seeing a doctor who can assess you physically and recommend some clinical test only on based on it, we can help you better. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Jay In Chat Doctor.
|
Hello, on Friday, I began experiencing pain on my mid to lower right side of my abdomen. I went to urgent care and they said I have a bladder infection (they performed a screening on that). They said my pain is attributed to a pulled muscle but I don t think that s correct. Could it be from kidney infection, ruptured ovarian cyst? Could an inflamed urethra cause this? I just started Cipro, meds for twice a day.
|
You have provided limited number of symptoms regarding your pain in the right middle of abdomen. If such female patient comes to my clinic i would asks When did the pain start and how much it is everywhere does it go from side it is started firstborn of urine? Do you have fever or nausea, vomitingThen I would suggest to do Ultrasound abdominUrinalysisFull blood country exclude acute appendicitisRenal or ureteric colic A ruptured ovarian cyst is less likely the possibility you should not worry about then I would start her on empirical ciprofloxacin, piankillers,
|
Hi, my girlfriend and I had sex last night and my condom accidentally slipped off. I ejaculated in the condom, but I may have ejaculated in her too. To be safe, I bought Nordette and she took it about an hour after sex, she will take it again in 12 hours. How effective is Nordette as an ECP?
|
Hello, and I hope I can help you today. All combination birth control pills can be used as emergency contraception. However, the dose of one Corvette pill is not high enough to work alone as emergency contraception. There needs to be a total of at least 100 micrograms of estrogen in each dose 12 hours apart for emergency contraception dose. This means that your girlfriend needs to take THREE Corvette pills (that gives a total of 90 micrograms-which should be enough) in 2 doses 12 hours apart to work as EC. So I recommend, since it still has been under 72 hours since your condom accident, that she take three pills for her next dose, and the 3 pills 12 hours after that. She may experience nausea as a side effect of the pills, which is normal, and she may bleed 3-7 days later, which is also a side effect of emergency contraception. If she uses this regimen, emergency contraception has a 90 percent success rate to prevent pregnancy. I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that that my advice was helpful. Best wishes,
|
Dear doctor, I am 33 yrs old female having anti tubercular medicines for asymptomatic acites with mantoux test positive for 4 months, i am now taking Rcinex 600. i have to take it 2 more months according to my physician. Now i want to know if i can concieve during taking this medicine , is there any harm being pregnant?
|
Hallow Dear, Tuberculosis affects the fertility by
|
I have had problems with neck pain was given diclo/misopr 75-O.02 mg tab. Pain going down into my shoulders now up back of head. I am very med sensitive and really don t know the effect this will have on me. At night I can not sleep well for the pain. Can these be broken in half? I am scared.
|
You need to take proper treatment and before that do MRI of cervical spine. And based on the result do take physical therapy and exercise program. As well medications. This should give you good relief. And if still the symptoms are not reducing take orthopedic opinion. I have seen and treated many cases like this, and I believe strongly you will be fine. If you need further guidelines can mail me on [email protected]. Hope this was useful to you. Take care
|
Hello, My sister just got out of a psych hospital for depression , anxiety , and pain related to bone spurs of her jaw. She had her upper teeth pulled for dentures . It has been 3 months of excruiating pain, embarrassement, and the inability to eat. I feel that the oral surgeon didn t do a good job. She had an appt. yesterday and said this was all in her mind and that he d have to redo the process!!! What has happened to her mouth? Why can t the doctor do something? Finally, should she seek a second opinon? Thank you.
|
Hello there, As you have mentioned your sister is a victim of depression and anxiety, feeling of pain in the jaws and teeth can be psychological in such people. But we cannot ignore the condition, and it needs to be evaluated before confirming. I would suggest you to get an OPG RADIOGRAPH done for her, this imaging will show the entire picture of both the jaws and all the teeth. Any infection with the teeth, gums and the level of bone can be evaluated and accordingly the necessary treatment can be planned. Diagnostic radiographs are must before starting any treatment. If the x-ray is normal, the symptoms can be considered as psychological. I hope this information helps you, take care.
|
my dad is 63 has a lot of health problems. hw just got released from the hospital 1 day ago. He was in there because his body retains fuild and they were trying to get the fuild off his chest and lungs. But they were taking it off so fast that it was interfering with his kidneys and bladder. SO they stopped, and sent him home. Now he is having fuild coming out of the pores of his body (feet, legs, arms, everywhere) What is causing this
|
Howell come to ChatDoctorI really appreciate your concern, it must be tapping done on your father to get the fluid out, if it is in lungs then this could be pleural effusion, because of this kidney and bladder may not be affected, more over as you stated that it is fluid coming out from everywhere, so this is not possible , if the lesions are there on the skin then, and then it may ooze, hope this information helps, take care.
|
I am 28 yrs old, married since 5 yrs. Recently me and my hubby planned to have baby. My first day of periods was on the 26th Jan 2010. We had sex on 9th - 14th every day. Now i have tenderness in the breast, heartburn, dizziness, tiredness, sudden sweating, a chill feeling, i feel like just sitting down, today i had loose motion, at times i feel nusea, no sleep in the night, lost apetite. Am i pregnant? Today is the 25 day of the cycle and i have a 28 day cycle. Can you suggest me the best date when i can take a pregnancy test, if you think i could be pregnancy.
|
Hallow Dear, Since your menstrual cycle is of 28 days, you had menses on 26th January, the period between 9th and 14th February is a highly fertile period for you. The egg release (ovulation) happens 14 days prior to next expected period. The egg has life of 24 hours while the sperms are active for 72 hours. Hence, your intercourse falls in the fertile period. It gives a good possibility of pregnancy. However, the first cardinal symptom of the pregnancy is missed period. You are yet to miss your period. All other cardinal symptoms; i.e. nausea & vomiting, frequent urination and breast symptoms like engorgement with tenderness, dark discoloration of nipples & areola with areolar widening, Montgomery's tubercles under areola and secretions from the nipples appear about 10-15 days after missed period. Home pregnancy test on urine should be performed on overnight first morning urine sample 8 days after missed period. Earlier, these tests may give false negative tests. You are yet to miss your period. So HPT done at this time may buy misguiding. Wait for your period. If you miss the period, then perform this test after a week. Alternatively, you may opt for Beta Chat Doctor test. These are very sensitive and specific tests and give reliable results even few days before missing a period. I wish you all the best luck for your motherhood.
|
hi my name is navneet i have irregular periods since starting i am also suffering from thyroid and after marriage i have not been able to concieve yet because of irreregular periods my doctor suggest me to have these medicine
|
Hi Naveen Welcome to Chat Doctor Presence of irregular period suggests hormonal dysfunction leading to absence of ovulation which needs to be evaluated. You need to undergo tests like FSH, LH,Testosterone, Prolactin,TSH, blood sugar and pelvic ultrasound apart from gynecological examination to reach at the diagnosis. Polycystic ovary syn Chat Doctor. Thyroid and prolactin disorders need to be corrected. You may require ovulation induction
|
hi doctor , my son 4 yrs old.he is suffering from fever with high temp 103 and slightly red and pause in one eye for the past 3 days.no other symptoms like cold etc.doctor asks me to give calpol 250 and meftal together.and also some antibiotic.and also lariago syrup.is it good
|
Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it is probably viral illness and it doesn't require antibiotics at all. Once viral fever comes it will there for 4-7 days. So do not worry about duration if the kid is active. Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15\u00a0mg/kg/dose every (According to the prescription) 4-6th hourly that too only if fever is more than 100F. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with Paracetamol. Meftal contains Metonymic acid which is a NSAID. It carries the risk of gastritis and renal problems in the long run. Please do not use Metal. I have published a paper on - the ill effects of metonymic acid. I am sending the link, please go through.medind.nic.in/ibv/t10/i5/ibvt10i5p453.pdfRegards -
|
Hi! i am 30 years old and have anxiety. Recently I made the poor decision to go off meds to beat it myself. I work out six hours a week in a gym. I run a 3k three times a week and I eat based on the dash diet. starting a week ago I noticed my blood pressure was high. I ve kept checking it and it typically runs systolic between 133-142. I ve had spikes as high as 149. My diastolic is fine. It rarely if ever goes above 80 and usually is under. I have been nervous for weeks now and I m more nervous then ever now that I have high bp. Could the high BP be a result of my anxiety? I have heart problems in my family and my father has high bp. This is why I workout and try to eat healthy. How worried should I be? Can i still workout if my bp is that high? I go to the doctor on Thursday to get back on meds. Should i ask to check for hypertension?
|
Hello, I passed carefully through your question and would explain that anxiety can lead to high blood pressure values. From the other hand, heavy physical activity can exacerbate high blood pressure values. For this reason, I would recommend only light physical activity (walking, aerobics, etc.) and reduce salt and caffeine intake. Yoga can help against anxiety. But, if these high blood pressure values persist, I would recommend consulting with your attending physician for a careful physical exam and some tests, in order to investigate for secondary causes underlying high blood pressure values
|
Dear Sir, Am 22 yr old and I have a white patch on my left hand. The patch size is 5-6 inchs. I have applied so many medicines, but am not getting such kind of positive answers. Isaw this path whwn i was in +2 (PUC) and its has been 5 yrs. Please help me sir.
|
Hello. Thank you for writing to us at Chat Doctor. I will keep a possibility of a patch of stable vitiligo. Stable vitiligo is defined as white patches which have remained as it is, for more than 1 year i.e. no new patches appearing during that period and no progression of existing patches. Surgery is definitely an option in recalcitrant, stable vitiligo patches that do not show adequate response to medical therapy. Various surgical options include either punch grafting, autologous melanocyte culture and transplantation, suction blister grafting Or thin split thickness graft etc. The basic principle of surgical treatment is autologous grafting of viable melanocytes from pigmented donor skin to recipient vitiliginous areas. Stability of the disease process is the most important parameter to achieve a successful outcome post-surgery and since the white patch on your hand has remained stable for 5 years, therefore, it is quite suitable for a surgical procedure. Stable disease makes sure there won't be any new patches at the site of harvest of melanocytes. I suggest you to visit your dermatologist for the needful. Regards
|
I have a lump behind my left ear, my results show i am fighting an infection but antibiotics have done nothing. my face and neck have itchy bumps under the skin andits driving me crazy. i have had the lump for about 3 months now and am startin to get worried. I am very tired and feel run down.I have been asked to take another blood test in 2 weeks beore i can be refered to a specialist but i just feel so ill
|
Hi, Thanks for the query to Chat Doctor.-I studied your query in depth and understood your concerns.-Cause and Treatment-of the bump in left ear--In your case the cause mostly is - lymphadenitis with Scalp infection with ? TB lymphadenitis-for last 3 myths.-Anxiety and infection on the face and scalp has made you weak and depressed. Advise--I would advise IRA for latent TB infection causing all this problem/ ESR/CBC.-Consult a physician who would treat it with proper Chat Doctor. This would help you to plan treatment with your doctor.Don't worry and things will settle Hope this would resolve your query. Welcome further for any query in this regard. Wishing you a fast recovery.Don't forget to Write a good and strong review ASAP for the benefit of other patients. Have a Good Day.
|
hi , i am having my sgot ,sgpt levels slightly raised in the range of 72,81 resp. my usg report shows mild hepatomegaly with fatty liver. no signs ans symptoms. m non alcoholic and non smoker.m 25 years old.i am also tested negative for hep B AND C. i was diagnosed to be having WEAK ANA.i am also tested negative for anti lkm,anti sma antibodies.my serum ferrtin levels are normal. my ceruloplasmin levels are 17mg/dl.i have normal apetite, no anorexia,no vomitting ,no tiredness.,no tremors. my vision is normal.kindly suggest me wat to do further
|
Hi welcome to the Chat Doctor Your liver enzymes are elevated and cause if fatty liver. Your cholesterol level Also should be checked. Your ANA positive for which anti DS DNA like confirmatory test done to rule out SHE if suspected For fatty liver Ad\u00edlio tablet can be taken Take low fatty diet and fruits more Use less oil while cooking. Regular exercise continued... Cheese, burger, baked pastry, fried chicken like Trans fat diet avoidedTake care Consult physician for examination and further work up
|
Hi my 3 year old daughter had so much of cough from last 2.5 months, which doesn t go off. Doctor tried everything, Levoline nebulizer, Augmentin, Respicure-D and once the coughing improved Doctor stopped Nebulizer and gave Levoline syrup and Moka-L kids Tablet. But still cough severity changes but cough doesn t go off. After waking up from bed, in the morning she has so much of Coughing which causes vomiting too. And whole day she has Cough (Khansi). Watering from nose was too little. Finally Doctor decided to go for X - Ray and blood investigation. Igt and Hemeogram was totally normal. But Doctor said that in X - Ray there is swelling on few airways in lungs. Which is Childhood Asthma. Doctor started Levoline and Foracort inhaler. With spacer. is this safe? Does it contains steroids? Does Asthma goes off after treatment in Kids? It will not continue for life? Can she have everything as food including ice cream, chocolate, sweets, cold water? Can she play as normal child? Can she go to school? Any season like winter can create problem? We had planning to immigrate to Canada, is it advisable after knowing her Asthma? Meeting Pediatrician is sufficient or we should see some specialist? Can you advise any expert Doctor for such problem? Preferably in Ahmedabad or Gujarat. Please reply sooner. I am so worried Mother. Hoping for Honest answer for all my queries. Please reply.
|
If your child is suffering from asthma Levine and forecourt inhaler will be effective and are safe. It is true that forecourt inhaler contains steroid. Inhaled steroid has been proved to be very safe in child Chat Doctor. Your doctor can take everything as food including ice cream, chocolate, sweets and cold water; she can play normally and can go to school provided you child uses forecourt inhaler daily regularly. In about 80% of child
|
Iam still a virgin,i would like to ask if it is advisable for me to undergo any form of surgery related in my endometrium polyps, surgery like dilation and curettage with or without hysteroscopy???
|
Hi, Endometrial polyps if causing symptoms need to be treated, if you are having excessive bleeding, pain during periods, and also these polyps could be due to excessive progesterone, which could also be a cause of endometrial hyperplasia (excessive thickening of lining of the womb). These need to be checked as rarely hyperplasia can lead to cancerous changes. So best would be to get a hysteroscopy done to both visualize and remove the polyps, just a Dilatation and curettage would not be helpful. Also do send the removed polyps for histopathology. The procedure can be done under general anesthesia, it will not be painful. Hope this helps. Regards.
|
I am 42 with high fsh readings over the past 3 months 17 & 19 my GP suggest early menopause , just had a MRI scan and been informed I have many cervical liaisons I have a gynaecologist appointment tonight but want to understand what they are and what treatment is necessary ? Thanks
|
Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have cervical erosion or some squamous intro epithelial lesion or may have cancer. You should go for four EU Chat Doctor. It will give you exact diagnosis. 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 mother had colon cancer and recovered from that. When a pet scan was done it showed she had a spot on her liver it was stage 4, radiation was done, another pet scan was done and showed the radiation had worked, now the liver cancer has returned in the same spot and it is stage 5. The Dr said she can not do another round of radiation and chemo will not work. How long can she expect to live her life?
|
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your mothers situation and problem. Colon cancer is very notorious in spread. Liver is common site for metastasis. And chemotherapy with radiotherapy are the treatment of choice for this. Since she is having recurrent liver metastasis besides treatment, better not to give her further chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Because chemotherapy and radiotherapy, both are very toxic to the patient and having a lot of side effects like weakness, lethargy, opportunistic infections etc. So better not to give her further treatment. Life expectancy in her case is less than 1 year. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your mother. Thanks.
|
My 5 year old son has a fever of 103.5. He is groaning in his sleep and tossing about. I gave him a fever reducer approximately 1 hr ago. He has a cough and was wheezing until I gave him his nebulizer treatment. Should I be taking him to the ER at this point?
|
Hi, thanks for your question in Chat Doctor. Sorry to hear about your son. If he has wheezing, it is better to take him to ER or Pediatrician as further treatment can only be given after proper general physical examination and chest auscultation. Apart from that, continue fever relieving syrup like Tylenol or Metal or Cal pol, tepid sponging in high fever, keep the body warm, well HY Chat Doctor. I hope he gets well soon.
|
my son has has qge 13 years, faced very low hemoglobin ( 3.50) and reduced RBC and very high PLT. after suffereing maleria and jaundice. later on blood transfusion in August 2011. later i have checked his CBC every month and its in normal order. last on 15th the CBC shows hb is 11.4 and RBC is also normal. i want to check further how and where i should go for test
|
Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have history of very love he due to malaria and jaundice. But it has no relation with present hemoglobin. You should go for complete blood count and peripherals smear examination. This will give you exact idea regarding cause. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer you again. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health.
|
Ive had several episodes of my heart beating fast and getting a headache. Yesterday the headache was severe, but went away after I laid down a while and took a Naproxin. Today I had another, and took my BP. It was 164/74 and my pulse was 105. Still have a bit of the headache, but feeling much better.
|
Hello, After going through medical details provided by you. I understand your concern and would like to tell you that long-standing untreated hypertension or an episode of hypoglycemia which might have caused you a headache and palpitations. Its recommend for you to get few tests done to rule out the cause of palpitations, headache and high blood pressure. Get the following tests done
|
My Father has decided to stop chemo for liver cancer because he feels sick all the time. The cancer in the liver spread from colon cancer. They told him 3-6 months without chemo, 6-1yr with chemo. The tumors have shrunk to about half their original size. He has been on chemo for 6 months. My question is, will the cancer spread quickly when he stops chemo? Any idea what kind of time frame we may be dealing with now?
|
Welcome to ChatDoctorThanks for the query. It is always hard to predict the dynamics of tumor spreading, especially metastatic, but it will cause by statistics faster spreading and less life expectancy. However, many people quit behemoth since generally this life prolongation with behemoth is usually just few or several months and chemo effects may be unbearable. So it is his decision and whatever he decides it won't be wrong. If he survived 6 months then it may indicate that he has good immune system, but as you already know prognosis is not good. Wish you good health. Regards.
|
hi sir doctors are saying that my uncle having a life of six months only .. but he doesnot have any problems yet not having any kind of symptoms of cancer in liver and in pancrea ...and the reports are saying that he is having a disease of cancer ... so please suggest me what to do ...is there is any cure of this disease in ayurvedic treatment
|
Hi, Thanks for writing in. Doctors must have made a diagnosis of a serious condition in your uncle. No doctor will give an expected survival of 6 months without the presence of serious illness. It is important that you please gather the medical reports of your uncle and send it to us for review and discussion. Cancer and other serious illness are of multiple types, and they need to be reviewed in detail before discussing possible treatments. In earlier days, ayurvedic treatment was done with a lot of research and dedication. It is difficult to find reliable cancer treatment centers in Ayurveda these days. For your uncle, please provide him adequate care and supportive treatment and know where exactly he has cancer or any serious condition. Please give him pain medicines after consulting the doctor. Please do not worry.
|
I m concerned that my husband doesn t like brush his teeth every night, he only uclean his teeth every morning. I have tried very hard and want him to accept, but it does not work. Even dentist told him that brush teeth at the night is more important than the morning. I wish if anyone can convince him brushing his teeth every night. He has no fillings so far, but feels nerves pain. He is still saying it s nothing to do with teeth clean. Appreciate with your advices. Best Regards,
|
Helloo...read through your query...brushing at night is very important as far for the person concerned.brushing in the morning is less important(but it's done mainly to remove bad breath and increase freshness as he has to mingle with others)brushing at night reduces a whole load of bacteria as at night our saliva secretion is reduced and its main time for the bacterial action.so its better and always advisable to brush at night...as far as he has no cavities he can feel himself happy but that doesn't mean he is safe from decay....nerve pains can sometimes occur in people when they are exposed to cold sudden stimulus etc...It's nothing to be worried...hope your benefitted something from this reply...have a healthy day!!!
|
i am 20 and female, i have severe panic attacks and emetophobia. Im almost constantly having a panic attack, and even wake up in the middle of the night having one. I am always stressed out and up tight because of this, it causes pain, exhaustion, and mood swings. Lately I have been able to feel my heart beat in my stomach. Im wondering what the chance of it being an aortic aneurysm
|
Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Panic attacks happen always happen due to underlying anxiety. Therefore, you must add Chat Doctor. Please understand anxiety and related problems. Once you understand your anxiety, you will be able to keep yourself away from panic creating situations. Therapy always starts with avoiding such situations along with coping techniques when forced to be in such situations. Start slowly, progress gradually, attain neatly. Many researches and researchers confirm that medicines alone cannot cure mental disorders. Lifestyle changes, change in thinking pattern, relaxation etc. are as essential as medicines. Psychotherapy can help you to change your lifestyle and thinking patterns. Yoga and meditation help you to streamline your metabolism and neurological balance. Please consult a psychologist for further information. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http
|
Im a 18 year old female and I weigh 140 pounds I have never been diagnosed with anything seriously but lately I have been feeling extremely moody towered everyone around me and paranoid. I feel as if I cant have fun and I have random outburst to people and scream.
|
Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Mood swings and paranoid symptoms are (non-clinical) normal for a youngster of your age. Of course the details given by you are not enough for the correct diagnosis. But I shall give you some information. Teenage is a wonderful age. Brain is active, vibrant and at its best. If you are unable to give creative task to your brain, it acts lazy, and you become disappointed. Some incidents in your life may also bring disappointment. When you club these together, you feel as if you are worth less. That brings lot of necessary thoughts like you are having now. The best course of action is to understand yourself and concentrate on studies as every teenager does. 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.
|
hi i am 47 years old female,i am going through menopause i m diagonsed with fatty liver im taking udiliv300 also i m suffering from vitd defficiency for which i m taking tabs bonecplus as i have pain in my knees and feet i m worried for fatty liver pls advice iam 5-7\" in height and my weight is 74kg pls advice
|
Hi welcome to the Chat Doctor Continue Ad\u00edlio tablet for fatty liver For fatty liver follow below instructions ... -Regular active exercise -loose weight -Avoid excess non veg and fatty meals -fruits, avocados, lemon juice, carrot, Indian gooseberry etc. consumed more -vitamin E tablet also beneficial -Avoid alcohol -refined sugar restricted Regular follow up with necessary liver profile investigation needs to be done Take care Hope this will help you
|
Hi, my husband just got blood test result doen and his SGOT and SGAT level are high. doctor says his liver function is worse. Doctor also wants him to go through ultrasound first and than go to specialist for detail tests. What should be next step for us?
|
Hi and Welcome to Chat Doctor. I appreciate your concern for your husband. I have gone through his problems highlighted in form of raised liver enzymes, etc. and further investigations like ultrasound. He must avoid taking alcohol (if he consumes), fatty vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods, fast and junk foods, he must take fruits and green vegetables with a healthy balanced diet. Apparently he is having liver disease as reflected in the form of high GOT and SGPT. He needs other liver function tests and ultrasound to ascertain the exact diagnosis. And the treatment depends upon the cause detected. Meanwhile, he must avoid the things suggested above. Wishing your husband a smooth and speedy recovery.
|
My left leg shivers (trembles) uncontrollably when applied pressure like when I am holding the clutch/brake of my car or while I am attaching fan to the ceiling and standing on a table. These are not frequent though, I have noticed this a couple of times. Is there anything I have to be worried about?
|
Hi, This is a normal phenomenon and occurs because of the inadequacy of the required muscle to maintain that posture for long time. Sometimes, stress is also responsible for the same. All you need to do is to practice that movement again and again to increase the strength of the muscle and to negate the stress factor responsible. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
|
I have taken all kinds of tests and it all shows in normal range. I have had peripheral neuropothy for 25 years and tests show damaged nerves. However, all they want to do is give me Neurotin or Lyrica . It seems to be causing BP spikes. I am on a 5 mg daily dose of Amlodipine Besylate that I think is controlling that. I can handle the tingling , numbness and pain but for the past year I have had such extreme fatigue all day, evey day now that makes life seem useless. I know I am old but want to lose 30 lbs that has shown up over the past 6 months, hoping losing that will give me more energy but I get such extreme weakness and fatigue it is difficult to diet. Is there any advise at all?
|
HIT hank for asking to ChatDoctorI really appreciate your concern looking to the history given here I could say that you have not given your age and gender here this was very necessary here for giving you good advise still I could say that hypertensive patient may feel fatigue some time that may be due to the uncontrolled blood pressure other cardiac elements that need to be investigated, have a nice day.
|
Dear Doctors,My mother age 67, height 5 ft, wt 75 kg is suffering by depression and with doctors advice she is having the following medicins since last three years, but the situations is not improving and it has been observed that every early morning she got back and leg pain which gradually decrease afterword.All the time commit to suicide in her mind.1. Paxidep CR 25, One Tab/Day2. Trapex, Two Tab/Day3. Oliza-2.5, One Tab/Day4. Zapiz-0.5, Two Tab/Day5.Mirtaz 7.5, One Tab/DayThanks and hope for your advices
|
HiT hanks for using Chat Doctor She is on right combination of antidepressant. Just wait for few more days. Sometime, in old age, medication takes time to show response. Sometime, due to underline brain dysfunction or dementia, patients get depressive symptoms. In that case, it becomes difficult to get complete recovery. Better to get her MRI scan done to rule out any feature of dementia. That would help you to get clear knowledge about prognosis. In case, you need further help, you can ask. Thanks
|
Hi mom wisdom tooth is growing in and it seems to be growing in just fine. Were the tooth is growing itself is not that painful at all. But I have this one part of my cheek near it which hurt. It really sore when I touch it, and when I look at it, it looks very pinched and a little red in some areas. Is this a normal thing for a growing in wisdom tooth? Is there anything I can put on it? I really dont want to have to get the tooth pulled.
|
Hello, Thanks for your query. I read your problem, i would like to tell you that you have infection in your erupting wisdom tooth region. This wisdom tooth area is inaccessible because of that bits of food particles retained in that area and results in to inflammation which causes pain. So I would like to suggest you please visit an oral surgeon and get the complete examination done including x-ray, if wisdom tooth is having sufficient space for it\u2019s eruption, it should be left like this, if not, it should be removed, because wisdom tooth is vestigial tooth it does not play any role in food chewing.Meanwhile you can take amoxicillin, for pain can take painkiller and use warm saline rinses 3-4 times a day. Rinse your mouth after every meal and maintain good oral hygiene. Nothing to get worried. Take Care.
|
My daughter (15 years) is having a fever with high temperature running between 101 and 104 degree celcius. She is given tablets - Crocin-500mg and Advent 457. She said that she gets pain in her gum. Earlier she had similar issue and was told that Nimek Para was the tablet which was allergetic to her and hence stopped using it. Kindly advice what could be the reason.
|
Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . As per your complaint the symptoms of recurring high fever seems to be due to Epstein Barr virus infection leading to Infectious Mononucleosis. It can also cause sinus infection and inflammation that can be a potent cause for gum pain as the maxillary sinus lies close to the upper jaw teeth. It is a viral infection, therefore antibiotics will not cure it as they are meant to cure bacterial infection. I would suggest you to consult an Otolaryngologies and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like PNS view x-ray or MRI scan can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly. You can be advised a course of antiviral medications like Acyclovir, Val acyclovir, Acyclovir etc., anti-inflammatory painkiller like Ibuprofen, decongestants like Pseudopod Chat Doctor. . You can also be advised decongestant nasal sprays containing Xylometazoline or Oxymetazoline. Avoid spicy and chilled foods. Do warm compresses around nostrils. Hope this helps. Regards.
|
For three months now i have been going to my doctor non stop and am now being referred to the hospital for further tests. im 21 and i am haveing severe pains in my lower abdomen which continues round to my kidney area. I am also always going to the toilet (urinating 20+ times a day) i have done various urine tests etc. i recently had an ultrasound to check for kidney stones or ovarian cysts , but again nothing was found. I have had four different antibiotics incase of infection, and yet still no difference. i also the whole time i have been going to the doctor, have had blood and protein in my urine. any ideas ? Also i dont know if this is helpful or not, but diabetes and endometriosis. thank you
|
Hello class;welcome to Chat Doctor Diabetes can give shelter to infections which become difficult to treat.Also, diabetes can cause the increased frequency of urine but as for the pain it can be due to infection. Presently since you have been referred to a hospital for investigation please get a urine culture and sensitivity test done to find the nature of infection (whether it is bacterial or fungal) and the sensitivity test will guide regarding the indicated antibiotic or antifungal which will help to treat the infection better. Please get investigated, and then the doctor will treat you accordingly. Thanks
|
Hi I had a meningioma removed from my brain that was pushing up against my optic nerve 2 years ago. I have had two MRIs since my surgery, and everything looks great. The problem is right after my surgery I was recovering just fine and some time possibly 4-6 weeks after surgery I must have lost my sense of smell. I could definitely smell after surgery! I can taste,but cant smell. I sometimes have phantom smells. Do you think this may be part of the slow healing process? Should I try acupuncture?
|
Hello I have gone through history provided by you. Good, surgery for meningioma was successful. Change in smell or its loss is due to damage to olfactory nerve which lies in vicinity. This could be prior to surgery or can be during surgical process. It is inevitable consequence of surgery. You should learn to live with this minor deficit. There is no specific treatment. Trial of acupuncture can be taken and hope for good results Regards Protein
|
My aunt has been taking Victoza for about about 6 months and she is at a full dose of 1.8mg.. She is in liver failure and has been since before the Victoza... she has a lot of the side effects but we not sure they are all cause from the Victoza... Tonight she had a seizure like episode... Should we contact her Dr. now or will she be ok through tonight and just contact tomorrow?
|
Hi and thanks for the query, It is necessary to get her consulted by a doctor. This is so because the full evaluation of this shall be done. In case of epilepsy, a proper characterization would be made to choose the most appropriate Chat Doctor. If otherwise, the provoking agent of these seizures shall be identified and properly managed. An electroencephalogram me, to check the brain electrical activity could be useful at some point. Thanks and kind regards
|
I had something on the left side of my head between my eye and my ear pulse rapidly several times due, possibly to a flickering screen I was sitting near for several hours. I became very dizzy while this occurred. I became very warm immediately after and cold after that. For about a week afterwards I had a fuzzy not all there feeling. Paramedics could not determine my issue and I went to the ER who could not detect anything wrong with me (blood or EKG). I went to the doctor for a follow up and complained of the fuzzy feeling and another dizzy spell which occurred in the exact same place as the original symptoms appeared (the screen was replaced). The doctor said to wait to see if it came back and to see him again in a month. My back, especially my upper back, neck, head, and shoulders are exceptionally tight even after getting a masssage. My heart feels odd at times. Got any ideas?
|
Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. No need to worry about heart diseases because you are ECG is normal. Possibility of migraine is more in your case. Your symptoms start with problem in head part. It is pulsating. So migraine is more likely in your case. So consult neurologist and get done clinical examination for migraine. You will need propranolol and flunarizine combination. Avoid stress and tension. Avoid fasting and take your meals timely. Chat Doctor.
|
female - wondering what kind of doctor to call tomorrow to get appt. Neck pain , headache and nausea all last week. Friday fever of 101, Sat. no fever, today fever of 99.6 - neck and head still hurt, nausea not as bad. Two months ago treated for tick bites, month of antibiotices, last week had a spider bite , I ve had to use my inhaler for shortness of breath the last couple days. My cholesteral is very high and my dad died of a heart attack at this same age (53).
|
The antibiotics taken for long time can decrease immunity and suddenly allergy Curtis is your acute allergic sinusitis occurring with long course of antibiotics get X-ray PNS waters view and consul tent doctor for allergic sinusitis at moment take metronidazole 200 mg BD for 5 day sit will clear stomach and sinuses both take fexofenadine 120 mg beta flunarazine 5 mg night spy antacid 1 SF tdsentiemetic for vmitingaddmefanic acid tab for fever and pain continue 3 wk except metro will be fine
|
I have toothache ...and sensitive to cold and hot ..I took ciprofloxin and ibrufen 800 for 5 days ..i feel better but after 2 days my toothache again started...a doctor advised me to take ofloxacin and ornidazole? should i continue for second round of antibiotic?
|
Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting Chat Doctor, I have gone through your query, for toothache you should consult dentist and go for IOWA x-ray this toothache can be due to Caries or due to Periodontal problem. As you are asking about antibiotic yes you can take if it 8s prescribed by your dentist. Go for proper treatment if caries then go for restoration and if periodontal problem go for Oral prophylaxis. Hope this will help you. Wishing you good health.
|
my tooth is hurting i have a toothache and i took alot of medicine what shoul i do now
|
Dear friend. Thanks for sharing your concern. Tooth pain arises only when the bacterial invasion occurs, and it reaches to dentin and then to pulp. After reaching pulp it causes inflammation and infection to your pulp tissues. Sometimes periapical infection and abscess is also seen in chronic cases. Therefore, I would suggest you to visit your dentist soon and get the concerned tooth examined. So that it can be well diagnosed and suitably treated, without excessive damage due to self-medication. Lots of painkillers have diverse side effects too., so please avoid them on regular basis. Hope it helps. Thanks. Take care.
|
Hi, I am a 30 old male, weight 62 kg. Almost 4 years back i had physical contact with a foreigner. She says shes healthy and she does regular checkups. Now, few months back, i had a sudden itching problem in the groin area. I did try cleaning the area and applying powder etc but it didnt work. Then i tried the anti fungal, anti bacterial cream and it seemed to work. The itching disappeared and the skin went back almost to the normal state. But after 2-3 days i noticed that the white dry patches had replace the itching areas. I still apply the cream. But these days a red ring has appeared. What do i do? Help please.
|
Hello, Welcome to ChatDoctorI would keep a possibility of fungal infection/Tina courts. This is because closely opposing body folds e.g. finger webs, thighs and groin, maxilla, submammary folds etc. can trap sweat, heat and moisture, therefore making the area favorable for fungal proliferation. If I was the treating doctor I would have asked you to use a topical antifungal like clotrimazole cream, twice daily, regularly for 4 weeks. I would suggest you to take Oral antifungal e.g. oral terminating once daily for 4-6 weeks for a more complete urban OTC antihistamine e.g. cetirizine 10\u00a0mg once daily would help you in symptomatic itch relief. Keeping the folds Chat Doctor. Thank you.
|
Hello, I have had a slight squeezing feeling in my descending/sigmoid colon for a day now and followed by urgency to defecate, I took an imodium at onset and 18 hours later my urgency is back and after passing normal stool, I m now passing flaky stool, not watery at all just flaky, is it likely just IBS?
|
Hi, I did review your concern. The problem you are describing can be due to multiple conditions including IBS, guardians, mild infection, malabsorption and so on. The best next test would be a stool examination test for ova, cyst, parasites, fat, blood and neutrophils. I would also recommend you to go see a Gastroenterologist for a detailed work up. Treatment for IBS then can be started after ruling these conditions out. I hope this helps. Wish you a healthy life.
|
Hi,my name is Hiren. And I m from Vadodara. Last year I had my check up. And I came to know I am suffering from fatty liver grade1. I am little scared. I didn t gave a single medicine and tried to even cure as I was scared. But now I m feeling something wrong n lil painful at right upper side of my abdomen. I m eager to cure n rid of these disease out of me.I heard fatty liver is incurable so I did not visit the doctor. Please guide me or send me your advice. Hiren 0000
|
Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Mild fatty changes in liver is very common condition. No need to big worry. You should check your complete liver function test once. No other treatment is required. Avoid alcohol and high fat diet. Take high protein diet. Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/ Chat Doctor. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health.
|
I would like to ask wether it is safe to skip a period by starting immediately a new pack of birth control pills without the 7-day break. Will I not get my period? and will I get it on the fourth day of the second break after the new pack finishes as I usually do? I am on Cilest birth control pills for 2 years now and my period has been always consistent and I have never missed a pill.
|
HelloThanks for trusting us with your health concern. Yes, if you take the pill packs back to back, and do not entertain the pill free week, you would not have your period. It is safe to do that, if you need to really postpone or delay your periods for some significant reason. After the new pack finishes, you would get your period as you do, during the pill free week. As you have been regular, and never missed a pill, do not worry, you can expect predictable results with your period. It is safe to skip a pill free week now and thence care.
|
while shaving my legs this morning, I discovered a soft, painless, little larger then a golf ball size lump behind my knee that wasnt there a week ago. It is large enough to see when standing, but I can not feel it all when sitting. Im 61, 55 185 lbs.
|
Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some soft tissue tumor like lipoma or neurofibroma or dermatofibroma or some benign cyst like lesion. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. 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.
|
Hello doctor, I am 25y/o female and i had my laboratory test done SGOT and SGPT are normal (sgpt 20, sgot 20) but GGT is elevated (ggt 49). The rest blood chemistry redult are normal. I have read that it indicates the liver condition and it is due to some liver disease and other. I am not an alcoholic drinker, I took iron and vitamin c (not regularly) and food supliments. I am also taking analgesic sometimes. How do I get my ggt level to normal? Is this level of ggt pertains to a serious liver damage? Is this life threatening? Its freaking me out!
|
Hi thanks for contacting Chat Doctor...Here is no need for taking tension... Your GGT mild elevated. Yes your knowledge right it is elevated in liver damage esp...bile calculi damage... So consult surgeon or gastroenterologist for examination and accordingly investigation ... Get your USG done first for rule out gall stone or cholangitis or cholestatsis like condition... If needed endoscopy retrograde cholangiopancreatography done... According to cause treatment undertake low fat diet... Fatty food taken less... Carrot, mustard green, spinach, avocados and beats are some good food for liver pathology.... Take care.
|
I fell on ice on February 2 and fractured my sacrum at S4-5. I have since developed perineal pain, rectal pain, sacral pain and severe rectal pressure. This occurred at work and I am seeing workmens comp docs and one of them is sending me to a spinal specialist. I am an RN and my question is, what can I expect at the spinal specialist doctor visit? I know this is a broad question but I am very frightened by it all and of course, know a little more than your average patient. Any questions, ideas or how to approach all of this moving forward would be appreciated. I was an OB nurse for 26 years and this reminds me of pudendal type pain, though I have never had children. I have never had this pain before and am very concerned. Thank you for any advice you can give me.
|
Dear patient First you have not mentioned type of fracture and what treatment was given for fracture ? Because treatment depends on type of fracture and displacement. You will be investigated with CT scan of sacrum with 3D reconstruction of images. This will give accurate description of fracture and its displacement and also status of union. Since its two months post fracture union may be started. Now if report shows fracture is displaced and not uniting surgery may be required. If fracture has started uniting, but sacral nerves are compressed then also surgery to free nerves may be required. All the best.
|
Subsets and Splits
No community queries yet
The top public SQL queries from the community will appear here once available.