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HI, MY NAME IS CYNTHIA, AND I HAVE MS AND I HAVE ALOT OF PRESSURE IN THE BACK OF MY HEAD AND I HAVE HAVE A HERTNATATED DIC IN MY c5-c6 in my neck,know I have shrinkage in the front of my brain.can I get this from a lot of truma to my head. | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, The problem that you are facing pertains to the cervical spine. The cervical vertebrae are seven and these vertebrae are separated by intervertebral discs. These discs act as shock absorbers and allow frictionless movement of the vertebrae. There is protrusion of the intervertebral disc between 5th and 6th vertebrae. The protrusion of the disc can compress the nerve roots emanating from the spinal canal. This can cause pain in the region supplied by the particular nerves. The management of this problem is conservatively initially. If the symptoms do not disappear after conservative measures, surgical methods may be required. Shrinkage of brain substance can be due to vascular insufficiency, age related changes etc. Trauma to the brain substance can also cause shrinkage of the brain parenchymal. Thanks and take care Chat Doctor. |
I woke up this morning & my left arm was hurting bad. There was a small lump in bend of my arm. It s gotten bigger as day has went on & it still hurts. I m light headed, can t keep my eyes open, sick to my stomach & look a little pale. Should I go to emergency room? | Hi, dear , thanks for the query to my Chat Doctor virtual online clinic.It's my pleasure to help you. After the in depth study of your query My diagnosis -is -Impending-Vaso-vagal shock or/ ? Hypoglycemic Shock-secondary to the painful growing-lump in left arm elbow. Treatment-a-Immediate lying down with leg -Elevated-to re-cover from the impending vaso-vagal or Hypo-glycemic shockb-Shift to ER-URGENTLY and Consult Surgeon urgently., c-Tb-NSAIDs,d-Antibiotics, e-after CBC/FBS/ PPS, Chat Doctor. Don't worry and act fast. This would solve your worrisome query. Hope this would solve your query. Wellcome to my Chat Doctor clinic once again. Have a Good Day. |
In an accident...heart rate went to 200 BPM...4 day stay, broken sternum, broken L1 Vertabra...released. 2 weeks later, returned with 103 fever. They told me the fever can be handled, the bigger issue was 200 BPM and a heart attack ready to get me. They did 2 cardioversion in a 15 minute period, maybe less. Again released. Now I find out that my EF was 30% when they did the cardio and 3 months later is 34%. What am I dealing with? Cardio says I have non ischemic cardiomyopathy...58 years old. | For me, I would like to b go ahead with b ECG echo . And most probably angiography of heart... to be confirmed on side of non-ischemic cardiomyopathy... Once it is establish... Then management depend on your symptoms... Mostly medicinal... Few option like CRT and ICD devices in special circumstances.... After giving shock . Myocardium is stunned so may be low EF... But it improves if patient symptomatically better... Take care |
hello doctor,i am a 37y.o male and a seaman,i just had an UTZ of the kidney and the result states that i had an upper calyceal dilatation of the left kidney,i know nothing about this could you help me clarify this because im scheduled to join a vessel soon.Thank you very much | HelloThanks for query. You have been detected to have Upper Conceal Dilatation on Left side. The Cancel dilatation could be due to one of the following reasons .1) Congenital 2) Focal infection of upper calyx.3) Stricture (Narrowing of neck of calyx)4) Stone impacted at the neck of calyx causing obstruction to Chat Doctor. If you do not have severe pain no treatment is required. One can expect it to resolve it spontaneously |
my son is 28 , he has habit of moving his hands rapidly all the time , and with in the last two years it seems to have spread to his body, he also has conversations with people that are not their while having one with some one who is , i am not even sure he s aware he does it,. he did not have this when he was sent to germany but when he came back thats when we noticed it but thought it would go away eventually but it has just increased | Hello, Welcome to ChatDoctorAs per your history your son is moving his hands all the time, this is not a normal phenomenon, this may be a condition called hemiballismus. So.I would suggest you to consult a neurologist for further evaluation. As your son is doing conversations with someone who is not present, he may be suffering from visual hallucinations. I would suggest you to consult a psychiatrist for further evaluation. Thank you. |
yesterday afternoon I noticed that my left testicle was tender to the touch, like I sat wrong or something. Slowly it swelled up a little bit and the whole left side of became tender. I could still walk okay. Later during the night, the tenderness subsided a bit....but my scrotum area became very itchy...I itched it on and off for awhile and then noticed that the swelling of the testicle subsided but now my penis shaft had swelled up under the head like it filled up with something. Now I am sore around the scrotum area and the underside of the shaft is still swollen but seems to be shrinking. I have had epidymitis about a year in a half ago and a a vasectomy about 12 years ago. Your thoughts? | Hello, It is likely some infection that is causing soreness and itching. Maintain hygiene. Use emollient cream. Do not use excessive soaps. Penis swelling needs to be taken seriously. It may be infection or rarely serious diseases like paraphimosis or fracture. They need urgent medical intervention. Please see doctor urgently. For swelling in the scrotum, it may be resulted of previous epididymitis or result of vasectomy. I will advise do Ultrasound of scrotum. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care |
I have had low back (left side) pain for four months. I have had my kidneys checked, have had an MRI, CAT scan with dye, x-rays, etc. Everything has come back normal. The aching is worse in the morning and keeps me from falling back to sleep. Sitting makes it worse. I have noticed that the pain goes out to my hip. I have also had blood work and was told my RA factor was elevated. I have no other pain anywhere else. My back does not hurt when I bend over, run, etc. Meds (muscle relaxers, etc.) do not work on the pain. I have been to PT and to a Chiropractor. Nothing helps. No one seems to know what the issue is but I wake up with this every day. One thing that is strange is that by night it is usually gone. | Here it's good that your MRI as well blood report is normal, and you do not have pain while walking running etc. Now for treatment for back pain, I suggest you to take physiotherapy treatment like ultrasound and IT along with postural correction advice for sitting and sleeping position. Also, you need to take suggestion from physiotherapist for spinal strengthening and mobilizing along with stretching exercises. Besides use hot pack and cold pack at your back painful area to relax soft tissues as well reduce inflammation from soft tissues. For RA positive patient it is common that early morning they have pain in spine and joints for this I suggest do more over of spinal mobilization exercises. This will give you good relief. Also get your bed checked properly with physio and if needed change it for better one. You can also do some more things like following anti-inflammatory diet in your food habits too. I am sure if you follow all above things you will starts feeling better soon. Take care. |
My daughter has had a rash now for a while. (maybe a month) I always thought it was just dry skin or sensitivity to soap. But now I have it. Mine is on my inner elbow, the sides of my stomach and some on my inner thighs. Hers is pretty bad on her inner elbows and inner thighs but is also on her back and stomach. It looks like a patches of little red bumps and it is itchy. | Hello, Thanks for the query, You might be suffering from scabies. As both your child and you are affected, it must be an infective condition. Apply permethrin cream. It is safe and very effective. If there is itch take an anti histamine tablet. A photograph would have helped me in giving a closer diagnosis. Please meet a dermatologist for exact diagnosis. Let me know if you have any other doubt. You can ask a direct question to me on this forum, following the below link.https |
I take Klonopin for seizures, but my EEG s and MRI s show nothing. I had gran mal seizures at first. Then just auras that scared me. Through a doctor in Indianapolis we found Klonopin got rid of them My neurologist says I am fine, and my psychiatrist thinks I am a drug seeker. I now have a purple spot in the vision of my left eye, and smell burning plastic. These are my old auras. What can I do? | Hello, Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor for posting your query. I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through. Klonopin is a seizure medication but not the first line medication. You certainly have seizure disorder and the same may or may not depict in EEG and imaging. If there is a problem with Klonopin then ask you neurologist to shift you to either phenytoin or valproate so that the label of\" Chat Doctor. Hope I am able to answer your concerns. If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you. In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below-mentioned link |
Hi my son I four years old and has spotty red bumps on his bum, along with a low grade fever. His anal hole is very red but he says it doesn t burn. When I wiped his bum earlier there was some blood on the tissue. Should I be concerned? His younger sister just had folliculitis. | Thank you for posting your question. Red spots over the buttocks and redness near the anal opening suggests that your child has a rash at the nappy area. This may be due to infrequent changing of diapers(in case not toilet trained), excessive heat/perspiration or some irritant cloth material of the undergarments. The blood that you mentioned may be due to one of the boils being broken while wiping. However, it is also important to rule out that your child does not have blood in his stools. For that I suggest you keep a watch on his stools to observe any red or black streaks. If so, get a medical consultation for the same. For the rash apply any zinc oxide containing rash cream or simple calamine lotion. Assure that the area is kept Chat Doctor. Also, if you find any new lesions on other parts of the body or an increase in the existing rash, consult a doctor immediately. If you need any more guidance, do write back. |
I had polio at the age of two, and was in an iron lung for four months. At age 60, I am experiencing post polio symptoms. A recent CT scan with contrasting, showed scarring in my lungs. The doctors seem to think it is from polio. What is your opinion? | Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. No, lung scarring won't caused by the polio.Poliovirus never affects lungs. Poliovirus has neurons as its target. It has no pathogen city in the lungs. But iron lung can cause such scarring in the lungs. Exercise can increase your respiratory capacity and improves the respiratory results. You can do regular exercise. Please maintain respiratory hygiene by taking fresh air and avoiding the contaminating and dirty air. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/ Chat Doctor. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious diseases specialist, ChatDoctor. |
My son injured his back the other day by bending funny while playing in a bounce house. He says it does not hurt most of the time, but when he bends a certain way or puts any pressure on the area that he hurt, the pain comes back. There is no visible bruise and the musicles are relaxed and the spine itself appears normal. | Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. You can try simple back pain exercises which might help.2. Howevere kids are active in their movements.3. It might be a simple complaint the kid giving, but depends on if it has been there for a while and same complaint, then you have to think of it.4. If it is long-standing. For a kid X-ray is of less use as they are normal most of the time, get an MRI done only if there are significant problem.5. Then you can act accordingly. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you. |
Hi , this is Hithika from Hyd, i am 30 yrs old, i had ICSI done thrice so far, during each of my ICSI, the embryo quality as told by my doc were that of Grade A , i had my fresh ET last month but havent succeeded this time too... i am very worried, the egg growth during all the three times were very slow, due to which i had to take 5-6 injections to stimulate its growth to the required size, could this be one of the reasons of my failure also i have hypothyroid , only this time before ICSI my thyroid levels had increased marginally to 7, other than that my hormone profile is clear... also can u pls tell me wht precautions should i take after an ET, my doc has only advised me to take it easy and not to exercise, but many suggest me to take bed rest and not to take hot showers for first 3 days... i am confused pls help!! | Hi ShilpaWelcome to Chat Doctor It is very unfortunate that you could not succeed even after 3rd attempt of CSI. Different labs all over the world have different grading system for embryo. Grade A appears to be of good quality embryo. Do you know the embryo quality during previous failures?? Which day embryo was transferred and what was the cell stage...then I'll be able to answer you precisely. According to your history it appears as implantation failure. Have you undergone hysteroscopy for uterine cavity evaluation?? You can do all your routine activities after embryo transfer, but there should not be any physical or mental stress. You should keep vaginal progesterone capsules deep inside the vagina and continue all your medicines as instructed. Absolute bed rest is not necessary after ET. Hot or cold shower have nothing to do with implantation. Take care. |
my father age 83 suffered from harpies in June 2011. The harpies was on head and behind ear one side. He has consulted the Neurologist and take medicine. Still he has headache and at night he feel some sound in his ear which disturb his sleep. can you please advice me on this matter | Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. Opioid analgesics can help solve your problem. Pain due to herpes and that is also to late is very serious problem. It will not solve with routine analgesics. This analgesics won't be available with OTC it requires a Doctors prescription. You should also take acyclovir which take care of herpes, erosion forte for neurological problems. Please take good sleep and do not take stress. These parameters can affect the headaches. Please wear black glasses as it is also helpful in headache. Please maintain good hygiene as this alone can take care of many things same as active Chat Doctor. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/ |
I have a wart which has been treated with cryogenic wart remover. A little later I noticed a small, itchy, red lump near the wart. I thought it would go away but now, 2 days later 2 more developed on the same hand, 2 on that arm, and 1 on the other arm. Are they contagious, and what are they? | I warmly Welcome you! Thanks for consulting me at virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and I can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I assure you not to worry as I will take care all of your medical concerns. Yes they may be contagious. It seems to be an inflammatory response localized to the area. Apply Over the counter Corticosteroid cream on them, 3 times a day. Take clarity by mouth once at night for 5 days. Hope it helped you today. If you need further, detailed and quick assistance related to any health issues, feel free to ask me a question directly from my profile. You can also attach Lab reports and pictures directly from the question window, or by emailing it to attachments@ChatDoctor .com with the Subject as, Attention |
Hi doctor, Whenever we try for a baby my periods are getting delayed by 15 more days. In the mean time i am also feeling like pregnant. But after 45 to 50 days i am getting my periods. We are trying for a baby. Wat could be the reason and what i can do to conceive | Hi I think there can be many reasons for delayed periods. So you should get yourself evaluated first. Do a thyroid profile and prolactin levels and an ultrasound for follicles. Also do a semen analysis of your husband. If everything is fine you can try with medicines and can do repeat ultrasound to see if ovulation is happening or not. If its normal then you can try for 6 months. If it doesn't work out then you can go for GUI. Hope I have answered your question. |
hi had Pneumonia two years ago full blown that nearly killed me now last month i got diagnosed with the onset of Pneumonia got antibio tabs then felt fine again but this weekend i took myself to a&e as i had sharp pain in chest and the usual ecg bloods xray got given antibiotics again but they have found something on my left lung and i need to go back for a urgent xray agen tomorrow please tell me what this cud be if poss | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you are mostly having recurrence of pneumonia. Pneumonia likely to recur in same part of lung. You were improved with pneumonia and again develop chest pain. Your current chest x-ray is also suggestive of lesion. So this lesion is mostly due to recurrent pneumonia. And treatment in such case should be directed on causative organism. So you may need sputum culture and sensitivity report. If sputum is not available then Bronchoscopy with BAD (bronchoalveolar lavage) analysis is needed. Culture report will isolate the causative organism and sensitivity report will guide about effective antibiotic treatment. Don't worry, you will be alright. Consult pulmonologist and discuss all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
On recent blood yest I have very low platelet count..my primary care is sending me to a hemotolgist...until I see him, I was wondering if there is a connection beween this condition and heatitus C, which I have had for at least 15 years ( how I got it is unknown) ? | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, Low platelet counts can occur due to destruction of platelets or decreased production of platelets in bone marrow. Thus, consultation with a hematologist will help to determine the cause of low platelet counts. A bone marrow aspiration may be required to look for status of platelet pre-cursors on bone marrow. A chronic hepatitis C infection is unlikely to cause low platelet counts. Thanks and take care Chat Doctor. |
Hello sir, i am a 21year old male, i have problem of hair loss on hole sclap since 1 year. i have been using taugin 10% solution and biotee tablets, since 2months. i have seen some new thin hair in my front area of sclap but they have not seen hole sclap. sir pls suggest me, how much time it will taken to hair growth in hole sclap. Thank you sir. | Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of severe hair loss which is mainly due to nutritional deficiency, underlying systemic infection, improper cleanliness and could be due to hormonal changes. Need not worry. I would suggest you to avoid application of excessive and hard shampoo on scalp and take supplements containing zinc, selenium, iron, calcium and also multivitamin tablets daily. Apply Minoxidil 2% on hair follicles and take a nutritious diet and plenty of fluids. If symptoms keeps on persisting consult dermatologist once and get evaluated and start treatment accordingly. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, |
My 16 year old daughter noticed one of her front teeth felt a little loose about 12 days ago...we made a regular appointment for a check up next Thursday. This morning her upper lip was swollen and she has pain up to her nose above that tooth...no swollen gums? Should we just wait or call Monday morning or get her to a outpatient care facility? | Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Read your query. In your query, you have not mentioned whether there is decay in the front tooth or is there any history of trauma in that area. Based on the description provided, it can be suggested that is an abscess formed in relation to the front tooth which may cause a slight mobility of the tooth. I would suggest you to give her again killer like ibuprofen (if she is not allergic to any medicine), and take her to the outpatient facility and get it reviewed. She will need a course of antibiotic on prescription and then the dentist can do what is necessary treatment. A radiograph will be needed in her case. Do warm saline gargling and do not apply hot bag externally. Hope this was useful. Thanks and regards. |
Hello, I m wondering if I could be pregnant. I m on the birth control pill, and have never missed it or had unprotected sex. However I am having a lot of pregnancy symptoms, and my body feels different recently. I had my last period, but it was very different to normal, it would normally last 5-6 days and I would bleed heavily every day, but this time it only lasted 3 days with very little blood. My symtoms are increased urination, tiredness, nausea, breast tenderness, more prominent veins on breasts and light cramps in lower stomach and back. Please help! | HI, I understand your concern. It's common with some oral contraceptive pills . To cause side effects having symptoms like yours (specially progestin only pills-Mini pills)/ If you are very regular in taking your contraceptive pills & did not have unprotected sex . I do not see any chance of pregnancy in your case. Please do not worry. Continue with your pills regularly, it will adjust automatically. TO avoid any stress/ anxiety. You can repeat pregnancy test after 15 days. When you find that too -ve, you would be convinced. Thanks. |
Hi Dr,My name is Divya Nayak and my age is 23. I am working is a software company. I am loosing hairs in larg amount and I started to notice this from last 2 years. I have to wash my hair every alternative days else it will look like i have put lots of oil and it smells bad. below are my other details.height | Hi, As per your query you have symptoms of hair loss, oily and smelly hair which seems to be due to genetic factor, fungal infection, covering the head with a cap and hormonal changes. Stress could be an additional factor. I would suggest you consult a dermatologist for proper examination. The doctor may order skin patch test, blood test and physical examination and may prescribe you Chat Doctor. You should take relaxation exercises and start taking supplements like vitamin A, Omega-3 and vitamin E. Take Indian gooseberry powder (half spoon) with water once a day and use almond oil. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
my 28 year old daughter has a baby 7 weeks ago, gal bladder removed and she has not be able to keep anything down liquid or solid. they have ran upper and lower GI and also cat scan. They cannot figure out what it could be they are telling me it might be psycologial , she is also diabetic | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thanks for the query. This can be part of postcholecystectomy syn Chat Doctor. But if there was surgical complication then it should be treated by reoperation. Since nothing pathologic wasn't found on diagnostic tests, I presume that this is functional disorder OG bowel motility or hormonal secretion. It may take up to 6 weeks after surgery for digestion to stabilize. Till that try to eat easier found and avoid follow hepatic diet. Wish you good health. Regards |
I am 72, female, not taking any drugs except occasionally pain medication for my osteoarthritis. I keep feeling dizzy on and off and my BP, when I am now feeling quite unwell, is 143/85, with 88 pulse. Is this okay or should I consult a doctor. In the past, I have had sudden BP rates of over 210/110 etc - thus happened about 4 times last year. | Hello Welcome to Chat Doctor Your symptoms of dizziness, readings of high BP and four times history of very high BP suggests that you have been suffering from high blood pressure for a long time. With your last 4 episodes of 210/110 known as accelerated hypertension, its unusual that the doctor has not started you on BP medications. Or either you took them for a short while and then stopped. Your BP remains consistently high, and your symptoms are due to high BP. Such high BP can cause target organ damage which includes the heart, brain, kidney and the eye among other organs. The sudden BP rise to 210/110 can also cause am artery to rupture in the brain and case life-threatening stroke. Long-standing high BP can also cause heart chamber enlargement, kidney disease leading to kidney failure and retina detachment of the eye. You must be started on medications for high BP. Please see your doctor a get it's done asap. Wishing you good healthRegards |
I have a fungal infection on my right leg due which lot of liquid has been deposited...i visited Apollo hospital and they provided with dressing and prescribed few medicines...However i am taking medicines and also applying mycoderma antifungal powder which has somewhat dried up but still not completely.can u tell me how much time it will take to completely heal up? | Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. Fungal infection usually requires a long time therapy. Duration or treatment varies according to severity of the infection. But average three to dour month treatment is required to completely clear the infection. In addition to treatment good hygiene keeping by frequent cleaning and Chat Doctor. |
i am being treated for thrush for the second time...i had pneomenia in May &ive been on meds ever since. which is really aweful since i rarely ever caught a cold. I now notice that it feels like i have something stuck deep in my esophogus. Could this be part of thrush? | Thrush is caused by a yeast infection which can extend down into the esophagus. Inflammation from this or other causes could cause a sensation of something sticking deep in the esophagus. It would be a good idea to see a gastroenterology specialist promptly and have an endoscopy done to take a direct look inside your esophagus. Thrush and other infections can be diagnosed this way. Other conditions can also be identified. It is also possible you do have something stuck in your esophagus and with the endoscopy it can be identified and removed. Hope this helps. |
Hello doctor my husband is suffering from low sperm count which is 30 million/ml and his motility | HelloThanks for your query. Report of semen analysis of your husband that you have posted which reports sperm count to be 30 million per ml and active motility to be 40% is normal as per WHO standards and there are every chance of natural pregnancy without any assisted reproductive techniques. Following general measures will help to improve sperm count more and to improve morphology of sperms.1) Practice regular exercise for 45 minutes followed by meditation for 1/2 an hour in the morning.2) Take high protein diet rich in vegetables and fruits and vitamin A, C,D, E.and Zinc3)Take anti oxidants like Almonds 5-6 every day.4) Avoid alcohol and smoking. Chat Doctor. |
I am 27-year-old male facing problems of awkward recurrence of thoughts in mind every time. Also, i am suffering a lot from worries. I fear a lot for everything. I am unable to concentrate on anything. Even while eating or doing daily activities awkward thoughts comes in mind and then I fee guilt and will think it again and again. Also, I fear god. | Hi, I read your query and can understand what you might be going through. Repeated occurrence of thoughts which are intrusive, and cause distress are suggestive of obsessions. Obsessions can be in form of repeated thoughts that some harm will occur, regarding contamination, doubts, religion or sex. Most people do repeated acts or perform mental prayers to try to stop such thoughts. I would suggest you consult a psychiatrist for your symptoms. Treatment with medications like fluoxetine, sertraline etc. is effective. In addition, psychotherapeutic treatment with exposure and response prevention is an effective option. Hope this information was helpful. Best wishes. |
My baby[boy] born on 17th Jan 2015. After 4 days i went for doctor checkup, he absorved baby and he told to me a small hole in heart. Can you please tell me how to recover from the issue, either it will cure with food habbits of mother or through medicines please tell me. | As such you need to know size and location of hole in heart. There is inadequate information in your question .but I shall inform you about 2 common holes and its management.1.ASD hole in septum between 2 upper chambers of heart. This has to be operated by the age of 5 yes once child attains weight around 15 to 20\u00a0kg. Exceptionally large hole with high pressure in lungs may need early closure.2.VSD hole in septum between 2 lower chambers of heart. This can have various locations. Amongst all one variety called semimembranosus VSD may close spontaneously by age of 10 yrs. All remaining types need closure depending upon weight gain and pressure in lungs. So you need regular echo assessment to decide timing of surgery. I hope you all the best to child. |
My both overies shows multiple tiny follicles.Right overy measures 3.8*2m.1cms.Left overy measures 3.5*2.5cms.Impression is bilateral olycystic ovaries. My period is regular .my weight is 67 kg.hieght is 5.4 .can i ovulate .and can i pregnent next month. docter is advice me gonadil ,folinol,siotone tablet. Is these tablet is for conceive the baby | Hi, Thanks for the query. Usually poly cystic ovaries will cause problems like irregular menstruation, an ovulation, insulin resistance etc. But as you are having regular cycles probably you are ovulating regularly. The medicines give by your doctor mainly contains vitamins and supplements which will help in increasing general strength and fertilizing capacity. As you are ovulating normally may be because of that your doctor didn't keep any ovulation induction Chat Doctor. Ideally your weight should be around 60kgs. So by decreasing some amount of weight and planning intercourse around the time of ovulation you can increase the chances of conception. Take care. |
Hi Doctor, for about 6- 9 months I have had internal itching in the lower right side of my abdomen. It does not hurt but I need to scratch it. There is no external rash. At times the itch is more intense than other times it seems. Do I need to worry about this? | Hi. Thanks for your query. Itching in the right lower side of the abdomen alone is a rare problem, in fact never heard of till now. The most probable cause of such an occurrence can be |
I am dealing with a fall allergy at this time that is affecting my throat and vocal cords (laryngitis). I have this allergy every year and it lasts several weeks. Previous to that I had a cold. Recently I had a CT scan to see if there were any blockages in my heart. My heart is fine, no blockages. But during that scan, the radiologist noted that my right hilar lymph node was mildly enlarged. My question is | Dear Friend, Hilar lymphadenopathy has various causes prominent among those are infections like bacterial, tuberculosis, aspergilli whicChatDoctormonly leads to Hilary adenopathy...other prominent causes are autoimmune diseases, acidosis, malignancy. You have history of allergy, sinusitis which may point towards some conditions like Wegner granulomatosis which can also cause Hilary adenopathy. I would suggest you to get your CT Scan of your chest. If there is some lesion, will do further workup. Since your radiologist told that its mild. It may be insignificant or may be significant. I am not saying you have a disease, but it's always better to be sure. Lets us know if we can help you in any way or if you have further queries. Stay healthy Chat Doctor. |
I am recovering from a complete proximal humerous fracture. It has been a month. I am out of the sling and was told the bones are to soft for PT but that I can do some exercises on my own. What I don t know is what is good pain that is stretching and strengthening and what is bad pain that can perhaps still move the fractured bones? | Dear Sir/Madam, I thank you for having faith in Chat Doctor and for seeking help on your issue; see good pain do not hurt, but bad pain does, gentle shoulder lifting with the help of your other hand can never cause bad pain, its only when someone else moves your shoulder the pressure can be excessive and painful. I hope I have been able to provide you with a satisfactory solution, if you want to clear any doubts about my opinion, feel free to contact. Special note-Any medication prescribed needs to be taken after consultation with your personal doctor only. Thanks |
I fell backwards and hit the corner of the tail gate of the truck when I landed I gashed my back and landed on my wrist and back. Back is becoming bruised and really sore, and wrist is sore? Do you think it s just bruising or do I need to get xrays done. | Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post are due to the impact as well as accumulation of fluid & blood (Hematoma). Symptomatic relief is obtained by analgesics preparations (like Diclofenac + Serratiopeptidase), ice compression & adequate rest. If it still persists or there are any other associated symptoms like fever, loss of sensation, restriction of movements, discoloration, etc...then it will be better to consult your Doctor. An X-ray of the wrist joint will be needed to rule out any bone fracture or soft tissue injury. Till then, maintain adequate HY Chat Doctor. There is no need to worry, you will be fine. Wishing you a good health. Take care. |
2weeks ago I started zpak for sinus infection. 4days after last pill I was put on 2nd zpack for still blowing green mucous and ill feeling. Today I m on day 3 of 2nd pack and still coughing green, chills, and tight chest.should I worry or wait to finish second round? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely consult pulmonologist and rule out lower respiratory tract infection (LETI - pneumonia). Your symptoms (brown sputum, chest tightness) are commonly seen with pneumonia. Your symptoms are not improving after 2nd round of azithromycin (z pack). So get done chest x-ray. Chest x-ray is must for the diagnosis of pneumonia. You may need higher antibiotics, bucolic and expectorant (N acetyl cysteine) Chat Doctor. |
My son, 9 yr old, has had a spiking fever for the last 48 hours. He has no other symptoms when we get the fever down but when it spikes up to 103-104 he gets a cough... what could that be? Should I take him to the doctor, I mean I have no symptoms but a spiking fever. It takes 1 advil and one tylenol to get it to come down every time. | Hi dear. Lower respiratory infection presents with fever and cough. My advice to you will be. Get a chest X-ray done in App and lateral position to rule put pneumonia or any consolidation, if there are changes Consult a physician.check his CBC, and blood culture. He should be started on antibiotics if his fever persists and congestion .you can continue giving paracetamol for fever .hope this helps. |
Hi, apparently spinal problems run in my family. I recently went to the Chiropractor and he told me that I have no curve in my spine (cervical) and I have early stages of cervical spondylosis. Also, very early formation of a bone spur. (c4-c5) I would like to know how this is going to affect my life in the long run. I plan to go regularly to the chiropractor and do any exercises I need to to try to prevent further progression. I am 22 years old and female by the way. My grandfather had to have several bone spurs removed and my mother and sister also have the same thing! | Thank you for asking Chat Doctor. My name is Chat Doctor. Well cervical spondylosis may cause frequent neck pain along with radiation to one of the arm and fingers(according to nerve distribution).Also, there might be sensations of numbness. If there is disc prolapse between vertebra along with bone spur then there is chance of loss of power of hand progressively. Therefore, kindly get a fresh digital X-ray cervical spine AP and Lateral view, MRI cervical spine with T1& T2 images and visit to neurosurgeon for further intervention needed or not.Meanwhile, you should use Philadelphia Neck collar to restrict neck movements too much which can lead to further worsening of symptoms. Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything is not clear. Thanks. |
my 7 year old daughter has woken up during the night vomiting. she did the same just over a week ago, and the same a week before that so it s been 3 times in 2 weeks. about 8 months ago she did this on and off (once a week) for about a month but then was fine for the 8 months. she is otherwise perfectly well, no other symptoms, no headaches, although she did have abdominal pain and diahorrea with the last episode. I myself suffer from migraines if that helps. | Hello, It seems your kid is having viral diarrhea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kids having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting. There is no need to use antibiotics unless there is blood in the motion. Antibiotics might worsen if unnecessarily used causing antibiotic-associated diarrhea. I suggest you use zinc supplements (Z&D Chat Doctor. |
My legs are hot to the touch, red and swollen. I went to the dr for this twice, 2 rounds of antibiotics...Keflex and Bactrim. They helped while taking them, now its back and worse. I also get what appears to be blisters on my calves - no reason. Been dealing with this about a year or so. | Hello, Thank you for your question. If you did not have any trauma on you toe then I think it as a type of arthritis called gout caused from uric acid crystals deposits in the joint. Your kidney may produce this kind of crystalloid and urine test will confirm or exclude this diagnosis if it is Gout then there is special medication for it such as Allopurinol or Colchicine or others. Wish you quick recovery. |
doctor , whilst walking in the morning today , a street dog just got a hold of my left calves and there is a slight scratch from his teeth , my jogging pants have no hole in them , shd i take an injection?? there is no blood flow , but a slight red swelling .... | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, Rabies is a disease which is transmitted by the dog, which is 100% fatal, but it is 100% preventable by proper and adequate treatment. As you were bitten by a street dog while jogging you should take all the five doses of antirabies vaccine on days 0, 3, 7, 14 and 28.(If the dog is available for observation you can stop the vaccine after the third dose). You need to take In TT, 0.5 ml if you have not taken the tetanus toxic injection in last 5 years. Thank you. |
Hi, Ive been getting swelling (seem to be insect bites) especially on the face (both right and left side), once i developed allergy and my complete face got swollen. Looked for the insect traces in the bed and couldnt find any. First attempt | Hellos you are having swelling over the face right and left side with finger also. Sharing same bed with baby and husband. The new Chat Doctor. e. iron preparation for elevation of hemoglobin. I want to tell you that this swelling is the side effect of ferrous fumarate. As I have noted in my so many patients that iron toxicity also causes pain in all over body with joints pain and swelling (as in your case). Two options are there, 1 Either change the medicine or 2 take some anti allergy medicine. In my opinion consult your treating doctor and get his opinion. Good luck. |
really quite bad gallstone pain, wonder if stone in bile duct, waiting 17 days for ultrasound to confirm docs diagnosis, dont know what to do if pain gets worse tonight, have some pain meds but if I sweat with pain plan to get husband to take me to ER, hope it doesnt happen, any help? | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I am Chat Doctor, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can. In acute phase, you need to take plasmolytic, avoid fatty food and rest. In case of progressive pain, go to ER. Your symptoms may be suggestive of gallbladder stones, so you should do at least ultrasound or CT scan to evaluate it more accurately. This is caused by stone in bile duct and is very common condition. You need to change your dietary habits first. Need to avoid fried food, carbonated Chat Doctor. You should eat more milk products, vegetables and boiled food. If there is no improvement on lifestyle or dietary changes, then surgery is recommended. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. |
I had a heart attack about 3 weeks ago but no blockage, I m having a hard time breathing sometimes and it s terrible, but doesn t do it all the time, and i have very bad pain all over my shoulder, neck and back, I m 61 years old. I need soon relief badly. | Hi, there are no specific remedies to improve breathlessness after an acute heart attack. What we should do is look for the cause of this problem and propose a targeted treatment. First, it is important to explain what it means myocardial infarction. Myocardial infarction, also known as heart attack is when a piece of the heart is destroyed. Once destroyed, that area will no longer contraction function and the rest of the heart will have to work more to ad Chat Doctor. When this piece destroyed is bigger, causes larger contraction deficits, including severe heart dysfunction and can cause death of patients. Second, when there is loss of contractile function of the heart loses some of its ability to pump blood forward and liquids become accumulated in various parts of the body, especially the lungs, causing pulmonary edema. This fluid accumulation in the lungs is responsible for the sensation of breathlessness. Then, I believe the heart attack you had, may have destroyed a large area in your heart, leading to a condition known as heart failure. And there are several treatments for this problem, innuendo cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, medications and visits by multidisciplinary team. I suggest you contact your cardiologist for further information and determine which therapies are needed to solve the problem. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help you. Wish you good health. |
I had a tooth removed sometime last year the dentist did mention something about nasal passages. afterwards my breath began to smell very foul odor. Ive recently this past week had another tooth removed due to an infection and I believed it was the tooth causing the foul odor smell but my breath still stinks horribly? | Hi. Thanks for the query. It looks like you have infection in your sinuses, and it is the cause for bad smell from breath. As the sinuses Chat Doctor. . At times if any piece of root of tooth slips into sinus while removing the tooth it can also cause infection in sinus. So my suggestion is to consult an Oral Surgeon and get evaluated. A sinus x-ray (PNS View x-ray) or CBCT Scan can be done to confirm the diagnosis and treatment can be done accurately. A script of antibiotics, saline nasal irrigation, and steam inhalation can help. As of now do steam inhalation with a few |
Hello Dr, I have been experiencing lower back pressure on each side of my back. Not very painful more of a dull ache and I can feel a pulse in my lower back when sitting or laying down. I also am bloated and have some cramping. This have been going on for about a week now. I have only had runny stools and not very much or often. Do you have any idea what this could be? | Hello. Thanks for writing to us. The lower back pressure that you are feeling could be related to a muscle fatigue due to a recent viral infection or mild deny Chat Doctor. Most of the time this can be taken care of by taking mild painkillers having plenty of fluids and fresh fruits orally. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http |
Respected doctor, my son has dental caries of front four upper tooth, doctor told that he requires pulp therapy, my queries are how long will it take, is doing under general anesthesia good, after pulp therapy will they place an artificial teeth, | Thanks for your query. I have gone through your query. The front teeth can be restored with RCT under local anesthesia if your child is cooperative. If your child is not cooperative then it can be done under general anesthesia. If the teeth are permanent teeth then after treating the teeth endodontically, it can be restored with permanent crowns(ceramic). If the teeth are deciduous teeth, then there is no need for the crowns. I hope my answer will help you, take care. |
Hello doctor, i am really insecure about my self, i mean if im not perfect ( bodyshape, haircut, clothes, social acceptable, many friends etc ) i am slowly getting into a somekind of depression that leads to stay home the whole time and dont feel to do anything. My motivation goes away day per day and i dont answer my friends call or family so its getting worse by the time. What i should do ? | HAI Some people are over concerned about their body that something is not perfect, we call this body dysmorphophobia.It's difficult to reassure them that nothing is wrong with them. This in turn may lead to sad mood, preoccupation about it, social avoidance, etc.subsequent depression may also develop. Its better to consult a psychiatrist who may give you cognitive behavior therapy that changes the way you look at things. If need be, mild antidepressants can also be started. Remember nobody's perfect. Bye |
My two year old boy fell (short distance) from the toilet to the floor. He hit his temple and side of his cheek on the side of our sink cabinet. Cried, hugged and looked at his boo boos and then he was fine. Two small welts one on his temple other on his cheek. Should I be concerned?? He s sleeping now, woke up after an hour crying... Took a couple minutes but he s back to sleep. Please help with advice!! | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The welts on the cheek and temple region can be secondary to the injury, or it can be secondary to fractured bone. Nothing to be panic, consult a pediatric dental surgeon and get it evaluated. You might have to take a radiograph to confirm the diagnosis. Meanwhile you can give tablet or syrup paracetamol. I hope my answer will help you, take care. |
My wife has been detected 2mm Multiple galstone since last 2 months . Kindly advice whether there are any medicine to remove galstones , or surgury is the only option . We have a 5 month old baby . Kindly advice what diet has to taken and how long can we wait for surgury . | If I were your treating doctor I advise for surgery because multiple gall stones means greater chances of complications due to gall stones (pancreatitis, cholangitis, cholecystitis) all these if happen will decrease chances of laparoscopic surgeries(less hospital stay 1-3 days)means you will be going for open cholecystectomy(3-7days hospital stay) if these complications sets in means more hospital stayMedication for dissolving gall stones includes soil, but these have not given satisfactory results, we usually don't prescribe unless patients doesn't want surgery or is unfit for surgery. Diet should be anything but low in fat and cholesterol is advised. How long to wait for surgery - my advice will be just don't wait, go for elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy that's the best until complications sets in. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help. |
I had ultrasound & dr office just called & said I have cyst on liver. I have been having stomach issues and he though may be gall bladder. Didn t get appt to go in to talk to him until 7/18, can you tell me if this is serious. If it was, don t you think he would have referred me to someone? | HelloMostly simple liver cysts are asymptomatic, and it is an incidental finding. It may cause symptoms if there is increase in size or infection inside the cyst. It is important to know present size of cyst. CT scan of abdomen can be done for proper assessment. If cysts are symptomatic then surgical removal can be considered. Generally it is not a serious issue. Get well soon. Take Care Chat Doctor. |
Hi. Happy Monday to you. my gynecologist said I had a UTI on Dec 23rd. They forgot to call me to get an antibiotic until Jan 2nd and by that time I was having lower stomach pain and pressure. I went on the antibiotics and just finished three days ago. Today I am feeling the same symptoms. My bladder feels very irritated. I think I have a bladder infection now.? The antibiotic was Macrobid 100mg. Should I go on another antibiotic? Drink lots of water? Thank you for your help. | Hi, From history it seems that you might be having chronic urinary tract infection and bacteria are resistant to this antibiotic medicine. Go for routine urine check up with culture and sensitivity test to know causative bacteria and antibiotic working against it. After report go for appropriate antibiotic medicine for longer time. Take plenty of water. Keep local hygiene clean and healthy. Ok and take care. |
I am 38 weeks pregnant and for the last 20 minutes my legs have been tingling and kinda burning. So I pulled my pants down to look, and they are very red and splotchy. I do not think it s circulation as I have been laying or sitting most of the day. Nothing I ve done could have caused it. So what is it and what do I do. | Hello, I have studied your case and I think that either it can be due to collection of fluid in the feet (edema) or it can be allergic reaction. I would recommend you to meet your gynecologist and discuss this case with her. If there is allergy reaction she can advise you to take Cetirizine which is an antiallergic medication. Avoid wearing tight clothing or application of any ointment. Do not take any medicine without discussing with your doctor. I hope this answer will be helpful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions. Thanks |
Hi, My husband and I are tco and had sex while I was ovulating last month.I was supposed to start my period on 1/14. I started bleeding 1/20 but was a brownish color, now turned red but much lighter than my normal periods. I have always had a normal 27 or 28 day cycle, this is the first time I have been late. I have taken several test, all negative.I have also had very sore breast , I am very tired, low energy, cramps , constipated and headaches- Could i still be pregnant??? | Hello,First, you should undergo blood test for beta Chat Doctor and TVS scan (around 4 weeks) to confirm or exclude intrauterine pregnancy as early home pregnancy test may give false negative result. Brown vaginal discharge with late period seems to more likely implantation bleeding or sign of miscarriage. In exclusion of conceptional product, other reasons of light spotting are hormonal imbalance, stress/ anxiety, thyroid problem, wt gain/extreme loss, irregular eating habits etc. Do some investigations to rule out underlying pathology like USG lower abdomen, Thyroid profile, other hormonal assay, blood sugar etc. So consult with your doctor and take suggestive measures. Avoid stress, take healthy diet, control body wt and need proper sleep. Sore breast is due to progesterone hormone. Use tight breast support for discomfort and take prime rose cap. If you need further consultation with me, then you can visit http |
48 yo female, no kids, mild GED, well-controlled Asthma, non-smoker. Female woke up (4) days ago with severe mid chest pain, radiating into right shoulder, mid shoulder blades/ upper back, right neck CA & into the right ear. (throbbing sensation just below right ear) Pain has been constant & (in)creases with deep breathing, or lying down. Greatly (in)creased pain when trying to rest on her right side though the pain remains persistent laying on her left side too. Holding her breath (de)creases the pain somewhat but it does not go away. Nausea is present with some mild loss of appetite. General fatigue has set in with no will to thrive. (mostly due to pain while breathing/ movement) Females father died of a stroke at age 52 but he smoked heavily. Females Mat. Grandmother died from Lung Cancer in her 70s but she was also a chronic smoker. No sweating, clammy skin, or shortness of breath while at rest as of yet. Only SOB with prolonged activity. (It feels like a thousand sharp knifes cutting into the wind pipe every time a breath is taken in with radiating pain into right chest, right shoulder, neck & lower right ear. Its like I can feel the air going through the vessels due to the extreme pain, easy to follow the line of the pain? Chest pain radiates across mid chest like a fan opening with each breath. No pain in Left Chest at all unless laying on left side. | Hello, Chest pain can be caused by various reasons, including minor problem such as indigestion or stress, to serious medical emergencies such as a heart attack. Investigations like an Electrocardiogram or Stress Echocardiography can be done to rule out any cardiac involvement. And a Chest X-ray will rule out any pathology in the respiratory system. Other causes of chest pain include |
hai my name is raj,i am 32 years old. few years back after a long time I started exercise,after five days i felt a strong lower right abdominal pain .Its gone automatically after few days without doctor help at that time i stopped exercise. I felt the same problem but not so much strong after 2 years,few days back when i was walking on the stairs I felt strong pain even I was not able to walk or sit.I went to the doctor and he gave me pain killers,I checked up a lot of test all were o.k.but still i feel very light pain 24 hours in abdoman. he advised me to do exercise . Please suggest.......still i am facing problem. | Dear Rajeev, From your question it seems that you must have pulled your abdominal muscles while doing exercise. Do not do exercise with heavy weight. Do warm up exercises before starting exercise. Build your stamina slowly. Start with only five minutes daily and slowly increase the duration by one to two minutes after every three or four days. Take hot water fomentation. If pain is severe take analgesic like Coquitlam. |
i m suffering from chronic nightfall..in starting it was normal but know it coming three days in a week.... i dont do masturbation still it comes i am fed up stomach constipation stress all happening want to get permanent solution please suggest some remedies for thios | HelloThanks for your query, based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have problem of night emission. Night emission is common at the age of adolescence and there is nothing abnormal. Following general measure will help you to boost up your confidence and getting good sleep and improve your health and there by reduce night emission.1) Practice regular exercise for 45 minutes followed by meditation for 1/2 an hour in the morning.2) Take high protein diet rich in vegetables and fruits and vitamin A, C,D, E.and Zinc3)Take anti oxidants like Almonds 5-6 every day.4) Avoid alcohol and smoking. There are no medication that can reduce the night emission. It normally gets cured itself without any treatment. Chat Doctor. |
I Have a hard lump to the left of my right leg shin bone found it about 3 months ago seems to be getting bigger and with that recently my leg started hurting real bad along the shin same area as the lump. I found a huge indention in my shin bone very painful | HI, Dear. Very Good Morning from India. Thanks for your query. I understand your concerns. I studied your query in depth.-I would advise you not to worry. In my opinion its -mostly a-Acute on Chronic Abscess with boil on the shin. Indentation in the shin lump, indicates the reopening infection-with indicated surrounding of the shin lump.-Treatment- a-I would advise-ER Surgeons consultation--Who would first treat it with-Tb-Antibiotic for 5 days time with Tb-NSAIDs, The pain would go and swelling would reduce in 5 days time.-b- If it persists and does not regress with Antibiotic treats-then -INCISION and Chat Doctor. -Hope this reliefs your worry-some query. Welcome for any more queries in time to come. Have a Good Day. |
I have developed what appears to be a sack full of blood in my left nostril. I have tried blowing my nose but it wont come out however as it becomes a little difficult to breathe on two occassion so far I have broken the sack twice and the blood has oozed out. | Hello greetings amass in nostril which bleed on touch or blowing with airway obstruction are commonly observed in nasal polyps such a patient comes to me in my clinic I would rule out nasal polyp first.I would suggest you not to hurt your nose by blowing or scratching very frequently can use decongestant nasal Chat Doctor. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help wish you good health regards |
My sister has been treated with Enbrel for more than 7 years. She is going from dire depression to elation(and bizarre overspending) then she s in the depths of depression and despair. When down, she seems totally paranoid and rages at people, claiming slights and things that did not happen. It seems that she is cycling from one extreme to another within shorter periods. I began to suspect Enbrel when she began to extend the days she went without it(supposedly at her doctors suggestions). Everything seems all right and then within days she is raging and claiming things that did not happen, to justify her rages. It is getting scary. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. From the given details your sister is showing symptoms of delusions, depression, bipolar disorder and of course anxiety. Schizophrenia could be the final diagnosis. Enamel has active ingredients of evanescent. It is often used in rheumatoid arthritis. According to some research conducted by institutions, very few evidences found as it affects the mental health. You should consult a psychiatrist immediately for your sisters' treatment. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http |
hi, I have been having dark pigmentation on the area over my right cheek bone, Dr had given kojic cream and lactocalamine sunscreen but it is of no help. Now pigmentation has started over my nose and left cheek though little bit but Im afraid it may increase. Please.help ... | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, I went through your query and understood your concern. You seem to be having plasma. First you need a better sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and PA protection for UVA. Apply twice daily at 9am and 1pm. At night apply the comic acid prescribed by your physician. Comic acid takes time to show noticeable results, almost 2 months. If the lesion is increasing talk your doctor and get stronger segmenting agents like HY Chat Doctor. If you want faster results, you can also go for glycol peels or laser treatment. Hope I helped |
hi , 39 yrs old and my foreskin f penis dont go back,also have problem while sex would u suggest to do circumcision or any other procedure like using of oil ,cream if not then tell me how much time will take to recover and post surgery 100% cure is possible | Hello, As per your history, it may be due Mitosis. Don't try forcefully to retract foreskin. For that kindly consult with surgeon. You may require surgical intervention after consultation. If it is due to infection then you will get relief after taking antibiotics after consultation. Avoid sexual contact till complete recovery. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hi. I have some sort of rash maybe on my chest . It first appeared some months ago but it was a tiny circle but now there are more of them seemingly spreading. Altogether it looks like cheetah spots. No itching, burning or anything. I noticed when I scratched it, it started to look like dry skin only didn t come off. No idea what this could be | Hi there. I empathize with your skin problem, but dermatology is a visual field & hence it is best you consult with a dermatologist on the ground or if unable to, please upload a clear digital photograph of the region onto this web-site using the upload data icon to the right of your screen. It appears off the cuff to be either a seborrhea dermatitis type of problem or a satyriasis tricolor issue. Given the fact there is no itching, more likely the latter. Please do use a topical 2% ketoconazole cream twice/daily for 1-2 weeks. It should take care of the issue. Couple it with detail moisturizing lotion applied on wet skin daily & you should be fine! Here swishing you good health & a clear skin. Do remember these are only guidelines.do go across & consult your dermatologist @ ground0! Chat Doctor. |
I have a really hard pain in my right Kidney, it started with blood coming out with the urine for like three days even though there was pure blood coming out as drops when I finish peeping (without urine), it used to pain me a lot, by the way I went to a near hospital as an emergency case, they took a sample of my urine and blood and they found that I had a high protein ratio in my urine. After leaving the hospital I felt in pain in my right Kidney and it s still paining me till now even though the blood stopped coming out with my urine since that day but my Kidney is still paining and pain comes in waves. After like two hours I have to go to the hospital for ultrasound picture to my Kidneys, the doctor says that it s an infection while I think it s Kidney stones but he says that it can t be Kidney stones due to my age he thinks it s impossible. I m 16 years old and I just want to ask about what you think that I really have, would be really thankful if you help. | HiT hanks for the query. If you have pain, blood in urine then the common possibilities are infection, stone or obstruction. All of these conditions are seen at all age groups.Thus, you need to do a urine culture which will confirm or rule out infection.Also, an ultrasound is absolutely essential as it can tell if there are underlying stones or obstruction. See a nephrologist who will do further tests to determine why you have these problems. Hope this helps. Good luck. |
a friend of has brain cancer. he had an mri with contrast on tuesday and i believe it has an allergic reaction. he has taken morphine and xanax. he has been totally out of it all night. his blood pressure is 92/55 and 92/61. i am not sure if that is too low and i should take him to the hospital. can you advise | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. Brain tumor are very notorious in presentation and also in response to treatment. They can rapidly grow in brain and compress the surrounding structures. They also cause edema in the brain and cause high intracranial pressure (ICP). Due to this blood supply of brain is hampered and patient looses consciousness and talks irrelevant. So your friend may have all above consequences. So immediately take him to the hospital. He needs urgent MRI to rule out brain edema and compression. He may need operation too, to decrease ICP. |
4 month old baby girl diagnosis Duplex of the left kidney. At 7 months old we rushed to hospital with fever and after Blood, urine, e-ray,and ultrasound tests we were diagnosed with a UTI. The ultrasound was foggy so a month later after infection subsided we had another ultrasound which shows Left Kidney Duplex. She has been on Septra since the first hospital visit. We are now being referred AGAIN by my family doctor for further testing. She hasnt had any other episodes and seems like she is thriving as well as any other healthy baby. I guess my question is a). In clear terms, what could I expect as far as any complications or other problems that could arise other than future UTI s. And, will she ALWAYS have to be on an antibiotic??? | Hi... I have just read through your query. Coming to your questions directly - 1. Duplex system means I understand that it is IFID collecting dust or duplex of renal pelvis which could be a normal finding in many kids. We need to worry we only if there is Mexico ureteric Reflux (OUR). In other terms the urine which has to come down from the Kidneys might sometimes revert and flow upwards from the urinary bladder to the Kidneys. This requires daily antibiotic therapy, but duplex system of the renal pelvis does not require antibiotics. 2. If OUR are found out after doing maturating cystourethrogram (MCU) then the kid needs to be on daily antibiotics for at least 2 years of age. If MCU test is normal then antibiotics can be stopped immediately. Regards - |
Hello... My doctor said i have pityroasis rosea, due what she called a herald patch with little bumps which look like an insect bite... She said i need not worry, it will go away on its own after sometime. My doctor prescribed betamethasone lotion for rash and cetirizine hc for itchiness. My problem is the rash are on my neck and arms now.... How can i make it go away the soonest time possible... I think i have this for more or less 4 weeks and its all over my body... Hope you can help me... Thank you | Hi, Satyriasis rose will usually go away in 6 to 8 weeks without treatment. But as you have itching, you can continue using cetirizine and dexamethasone. You can continue following tips. Avoid taking hot showers or baths. Keep the water as cool as you can tolerate. Try an oatmeal bath, such as Aveiro Colloidal Oatmeal bath, to help relieve itching. Exposing the rash to sunlight may make it go away more quickly. Apply a moisturizer or calamine lotion to the skin while it is damp.[when you stop dexamethasone]. Wear cotton or silk clothing. Avoid wearing wool and acrylic fabrics next to your skin. Use as little soap as possible. Use gentle soaps, such as Basis, Detail, Dove, or Oil of Olay. Avoid deodorant soaps when you have a rash. Take care. Best regards, |
Hi, my crotch has been itching for about 8 months, it only started 8 moths ago, before then no itching. Its mostly my balls and under my balls and the skin very close to the balls nothing else, just the balls. I have been tested for ALL STDs and I am clean, No STDs or HIV. I am a straight male and I havent had sex for 1 year, I have many allergies | Hi Dear !! Thanks for your query to Chat Doctor. Read and reviewed facts of your health query. I understood your health concerns. My Impression-Based on facts of your query, You seem to suffer from-Scrotal skin ringworm with groin infection. Inspite of many food allergies noticed in you, you need to check with Dermatologist to rule out ringworm causing Scrotal itch for last 8 myths. Tab levocetrizine Terminating Tb orally / and locally cream x 4-6 weeks to treat resistant / chronic fungal infection of your crotch area. Good private part hygiene. Tab Zirconia 1 x 4 weeks. Hope this would help to plan treatment with your doctors. Keep Me updated whenever needed, 24 x 7, to help you out by even, online tips for You, on weekly basis. Welcome for any further query in this regard. Good Day!! Chat Doctor. N. Senior Surgical Specialist. S. Genl-CVTS |
hello, My daughter is 2 years and 9 months. This year she has been suggested to many nasal infections which later revealed that her adenoids got bigger. the pediatrician recommended Nasonex spray every morning and Aerius syrup for allergies every night. I always seem to notice that she breathes through her mouth (i can hear her breathing when she is next to me), she drools (sometimes during the day but mostly at night) and her cough is still present. Add to that, I see her rubbing her eyes and she has puffy eyes especially in the morning (which proves that she does have allergies). How long should we undergo the treatment to feel the difference? Should we seek an ENT specialist for further investigations or just give it time since no complications are there? Thank God she is growing as she should, she eats well and plays also but some phoenics when she speaks are not very clear, and sometimes she stops in the middle of the word to breathe | Hi, thank you for choosing Chat Doctor. Your child is having adenoids which are causing obstructive symptoms. How is your child in mornings, is she hyperactive or excessive sleepy?, if so she is not getting enough sleep in night because of the obstruction, and also she is having symptoms in night, so its better you consult ENT specialist to look for the degree of obstruction. The adenoids grow till they are six years old and slowly regress, but as your child is having obstruction she is a candidate for adenoidectomy for which its better you consult your ENT specialist. Hope this has been helpful to you, kindly feel free to contact again for any queries. Kindly rate the answer if so. Take care. Chat Doctor. |
HiI sprained my ankle two weeks and an mri showed I also had a tear. I was in a soft cast for a week and now I m using a walking boot. I have noticed a lump on my shin, on the bone, where I had bruising and there is slight pain when I press on it; should I be concerned? My doctor only focused on my ankle. Thanks in advance for your help! Sincerely, Jessica | Hi, Thanks for your query. From description, it seems to be soft tissue injury or ligament injury. Lumps might be due to haematomaformation(collection of blood). I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray/MRI of the area affected under his/her guidance. Beside icing and elevating it, you can take anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care |
Im experiencing a little dizziness that doesnt seem to go away. Especially if I move quickly or look down or up. If Im laying down and get up quickly, it is at its worst.I had this about a year ago and it went away. Now I cant seem to shake it. Its been about a month now. It started when a dentist put me to sleep to extract a wisdom tooth last month. | Hello, Thanks for posting your query. Constant dizziness followed with extraction of wisdom tooth may be due to-unhealed extraction socket. Overstrained work schedule, anxiety and stress can also cause this. Take adequate rest and avoid anxiety. Irrigate the socket with Betadine and apply eugenol into the socket. I would suggest you to take augmentin-625\u00a0mg as well as analgesic with muscle relaxant. Take nutritious diet as well as plenty of fruits and fluids. Also monitor your blood sugar level and blood pressure. If symptoms persists, please do visit a dentist. Hope this helps. |
Hi, I have been having light fever and sore throat for a few weeks now, it comes for a few days and then I feel ok. It makes me feel ill and tired and my sinus are blocked and I find it difficult to open my eyes. It feels like flu symptoms but Im not coughing.At times I feel that the centre of my skull is quite hot. What do you think it may be please? Thanks a lot. | Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor Team. Understanding your concern. As per your query light fever, sore throat with flu like symptoms along with blockage of sinuses could be because of peritonsillar infection and infection of vocal cords. I would suggest you to visit ENT specialist once and get it examined. Doctor may order certain test like throat swab test, viral culture test or x-ray to confirm the diagnosis and rule out other causes. Take combination of antibiotic preferably Azithromycin or Appoint along with paracetamol for fever relief. Do warm saline gargles. Maintain proper oral hygiene. Take steam inhalation to reduce the congestion of throat. Keep sipping warm water. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, |
I am 41 years old, having dizziness often also had black out while I was pregnant to my daughter due to extra heart beats that I know have had since I was young. Got a bruises on my right lower leg after long period of constant numbness on my big toe and bottom of my right feet. My dad is using anti-coagulants since he was 40, I have tick blood and low pressure usually is around 9-10/70-60 also low puls like 40-52. I am an active person do gym dance and pilates and taking low dose aspirin almost everyday 3 times and vitamins. Wondering having hard and deep breathing mean anything along with the bruises on my right leg. Numbness is there for years now and than.. Thank you. | Hi, I understand your concern and would recommend performing further tests to investigate for possible cardiac arrhythmia or peripheral arthropathy |
I am a female eighteen years old.Because of my pshychiatirc promblem, doctors have put me on lithium 400mg BD, Sertaline 200mg(50 in the morning and 150 at night) This raised my TSH level and I was put on thyroxine 50 microgram. Can I continue Lithium or should it be placed by some other medication. Please help me. | Hi, I read your query and can understand your concern regarding the side effects. Lithium is linked with causing hypothyroidism and increase in TSH levels. Decision regarding continuing or stopping lithium should be taken based on multiple factors, like how effective lithium has been for your condition, any other side effects, treatment resistance to any other Chat Doctor. If you have responded well to lithium, having no other side effects and your TSH levels are normalized with thyroxine, lithium can be continued. Your psychiatrist would be the best judge for deciding regarding it. Hope this information was helpful. Best wishes. |
Hi. I am a 24 yr old female. I have been having symptoms of anxiety, nervousness and irritability. I put this down to stress but I usually can cope with it quite well. Iv experienced panic attacks too. But I have recently learned that hyperthyroidism runs in my family so Im not sure what it could be? | Hi, I can understand your concern regarding your symptoms. The symptoms that you have mentioned can be due to anxiety or depression. A thyroid profile will be needed to rule out if underlying thyroid disorder is the cause for the same. Accordingly, you can be treated for any underlying cause. In addition, it will be recommended that you consult a psychiatrist. Treatment with medications like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors is safe as well as effective for your symptoms. You can also start exercising regularly as that will also help control your symptoms. Hope this information was helpful. Best wishes. |
I have a small bump on my gum and am worried. It has happened twice before and within the last three month. The first time I had a dead tooth without any pain, just the bump. The second time I had to have a root canal. Do I need to see a specialist or what? | Hellooo....going through your query I must say that the bump in gum is due to the dead teeth...though the tooth might be dead from outside, but it might have infected from down...and after root canal also it can be infected...so u might have to take amoxicillin n metronidazole for 5 days and see.still if its increasing...have to better meet the dentist...it's just a usual phenomenon.nothing to panic in this...be happy...everything will be fine...have a nice day!!! |
possible flu? My son who is 3 years old and weights about. 32 pounds started vomiting on thrusday night going into Friday... Stayed home in Friday ate little but did drink a lot of gateriad.. Seemed fine went to bed that night with no issues.. Woke up Saturday with a small pin point rash behind his left ear and grew to his left cheek.. I gave him benadryl and it seemed to not work but the rash did not spread I then put Vasallen on it thinking maybe it was a heat rash from the night before as he did has a low grade temp on Friday... Saturday night my son went to bed and woke up and vomited another 3 times.. Now on Sunday seems fine but had a very distended belly with diahrea... | Hi, I am sorry for the health situation your son is going through. From what you are describing, all his symptoms are suggestive of viral Gastroenteritis. I advise to |
Hey , im a 13 year old female and Ive gotten my period when I was 11 . Ever since I got my period at 11, Iver had this really hard , smooth lump in my left breast. Its as big as a ping pong ball . My breasts are 34B . Im really getting worried about it . Im scared about going to the doctors because of getting the results. Its painful .. but rarely . What do you think it is ? | Welcome to Chat Doctor. 1. As you are saying painful large lump in the breast in your age - I would think in terms of breast abscess.2. Sorry - but you need medical attention. An ultrasound scan will be ideal to start with.3. An ultrasound breast will help to know about the nature of the lump its source and where are its extending.4. If the lesion / lump is small and cystic / abscess usually monitored, but since its big and symptomatic, a small incision and Chat Doctor. 5. It could be inflammation in breast and glandular breast feeling like lump - in that case just a treatment.6. So please make your way to your Doctor and get needful things done. Good luck. Hope I have answered your query.Anything to ask do not hesitate. Thank you. |
This is a bit embarrassing to say, but i recently found a small hole-like opening in the crack of my butt the other day. it doesnt hurt, but it bleeds about once a day with a watery-blood type substance. i am sure this isnt normal, but i was wondering if i should see a doctor for this. by the way i did some research on my own and it seems to be something called a fistula. i am a little worried it could get infected. | Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. Yes, it can be fistula, or it can be sinus. But it can only be known once the clinical examination done. I advise you to visit the nearby surgeon which will guide you regarding the type of channel you have. I advise you to please take the surgery done because surgery is the only treatment option available. If the surgery is taken delayed, there is chance of infection. As the anal area is potentially dirty area there is chance of infection by the bacteria from the intestine. Please maintain the hygiene as it can prevent you from getting infect ion until you visit the nearby surgeon. You can do it with frequent washing and Chat Doctor. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/ |
I woke up with a sharp stabbing pain in my upper back between my shoulder blades, felt short of breathe and haven t felt the best today. my blood pressure is good and oxygen level is good. ive seemed to have heart burn the past few days and diarrhea, was wondering if I should be concerned about it being my heart. the pain in my back by my spine seems to hurt more when I breathe in. thank you | Hi, thank you for briefing the history of you. As you mentioned the sharp stabbing pain in the upper back and in between the shoulder blades, this could be due to two factors. One - the cervical spine disc degenerative changes - inter-scapular muscle spam. The cervical spine disc degenerative changes can be assessed by an MRI scan and some special orthopedic tests. Post which a physical therapy is advised and 99% of cases recover with the same. Correction of the posture is also important. The inter-scapular muscle spasm is related to the poor posture. Due to the poor posture the muscles of the thoracic region becomes weak and then leads to inflammation and pain. For which a physical therapist will help with the therapeutic ultrasound therapy and TENS therapy for pain relief and inflammation reduction. Post which an exercise regimen will be implemented to strengthen the muscles. Correction of the posture is of due importance. 99% cases recover soon. With the grace of God I wish you a Good health. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor. |
I am married 11/2 years back.Now I am 23 now.i got my period on march 20 until now i didn t get my period and i never miss my period before this is the first time .I took pregnancy test 1week after my missed period but its negative.I don t have any symptmps only thing i observe is am feeling very hungry even if am eating food i still feeling hungry.This month i want to travel to India i don t know travelling is safe or not if am pregnant please give advise about my condition Thank you | Hello dear, I understand your concern. Usually the pregnancy test is positive a week after missed period. As the test is negative I suggest you to repeat the test a week. If the repeat test is also negative then there might be no chance of pregnancy. You can even confirm it by doing an ultrasound or serum BChatDoctor test. Usually the pregnancy symptoms like nausea, vomiting, increased urination, sore breasts start 2 weeks after missed period in case of pregnancy. As you don't have any symptoms and the pregnancy test is negative the chances of pregnancy are rare. But as a benefit of doubt you can confirm it by doing serum BChatDoctor test or repeat urine pregnancy test. If the test is negative the missed period can be due to hormonal imbalance induced by stress or any. Nothing to worry as such. Avoid stress. Relax. Hope this helps. Best regards... |
my heart beats between 80 - 100 beats a minute. i m 19, i smoke around 7 cigarettes a day and my body has been out of routine the past 2 years. is my heart rate very bad ?oh, and i m currently having digestive problems but i m getting slight heaviness in the centre and sometimes just on the left side of my chest. i ve also been dry reaching a little bit, but not too much. i m stressed that i m going to have a heart attack and it s causing me great anxiety. my doctor says i m find but i m not too sure | Hi, You have nicotine use in the form of smoking. Smoking directly affects the lung and food pipe and stomach by irritating them. This causes Chat Doctor. Smoking can predispose to a heart attack at a young age too. My suggestion is if your pain increases on walking upstairs then you need to consult Chest pain unit. If not, it is only because of the acidity. The best treatment for it is to quit smoking and to take antacids temporarily. That will work magic on your lung, heart, and stomach. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care |
i recently had bunion surgery, 11 weeks ago, and now have water filled blisters around the scar and sole of my foot. i also have them appear on my palms and side of fingers, yet they do not appear on the opposite foot or anywhere else. Is this likely to be an infection, or allergic reaction to stitches | 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 looking like infection to the surgical site. I advise you should do culture and sensitivity from the stitch site. Once the antibiotics is taken this infection is going to be controlled. If you do not want to take the oral Chat Doctor. I suggest you should do good |
About a month ago I was put on nortriptaline for depression . I am taking 150 ml. I was in the hospital during the time and had my blood pressure and pulse rate checked about three times a day. After a few days both I and the nurses noticed an increase in my heart rate . I asked them to tell my doctor (pysciatrist) and found out they never did. About two weeks ago at my appointment I brought it up... She did a manual test and said it was under 80 bpm. Three hours later I checked it on a blood pressure machine at the pharmacy and it was 134... Checked it again a few days ago and it was 128 and I ve done it manually many times and also have come up with these results. Now I m having mild chest pains and need to know if I should be concerned. I don t want to worry anyone unless absolutely necessary. | Dear Good to talk to increased heart rate and hypertension is very normal phenomena for depressed people. Also becoming obsessive to BP apparatus is also normal. Most probably you are obsessed with your measurement of BP. That is the reason why you are not diagnosed with high heart rate when physician and nurses measure it. Anyway make sure that you don't suffer from any other physical problems. Consult your General Practitioner and rule out cardiac dysfunction and thyroid problems. Then as per his advice consult a psychologist/psychiatrist. Wish speedy recovery |
Hi, during sex with my girlfriend, when i was close to ejaculation i felt that my left testicle had dissapeared. i had found that my left testicle had actually moves to the left, it felt as if it was out of the sack slightly to the left. i was able to move it back into the ball sack with my hand . im not experiencing any pain but i m a little worried about why it happened and if it is anything serious. i am 17 years old. thanks | Degree understand your concerns went through your description and I suggest you not to worry much. The testicle and its sack are virtually not connected to each other. Testicles are almost free to move, and we can notice this early morning and night when the sack is loose enough. Also during the sex, sack loosens a bit to allow the production of sperm and during that time the testicle is again free to move fore and aft. The description you gave is normal and there is nothing to worry about it. Stop worrying about it and concentrate on your studies. You might need psychological counseling., I am more than happy to provide telephone psychological counseling through Chat Doctor. Contact me through customer care, www.ChatDoctor .com. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. |
i had my right kidney removed about 4 weeks ago. I have been doing really well ... no pain in the right side of body ... mostly pain in my left rib area .. but today I am experience really bad pain in the right lower back. I have taken some pain meds but has not relieved the pain. I can take a deep breath and feels the pain in the back ... is there any thoughts about this. Vernelle | Welcome to Chat Doctor After going through your query I think you are suffering from acute backache. It may be due to acute disc prolapse, or it may be muscular pain. Treatment of it is rest and analgesics. Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effective. Sometimes strong analgesic(such as attract three times a day after meals) is required. Omeprazole before meals prevent acidity caused by analgesics. To further investigate MRI of the region is advised. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any further questions then don't hesitate to writing to us. I will be happy to help you. You can also write to me directly on below link |
Hi. I am 29, I had a kidney removed aged 3 due to disease ( hydronephrosis ). Tonight I noticed a twitching/spasming/pulsing in my back, where my remaining kidney is. Doesn t feel muscular,feels deeper inside. I have had quite a lot of alcohol tonight, I m worried that this has done something to my kidney. It s not painful, just uncomfortable. | Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this pain that you are having and for the kidney that was removed at 3\u00a0years. I know how concerned you can be having just a single kidney. The symptoms you have described are very, very nonspecific and cannot be entirely attributed to the kidneys. It could be from the muscles of the back because the kidney wouldn't produce twitching and spasms. Muscles do this. If it were a kidney problem, pain is often inevitable in acute aggression and either constant or intermittent. I don't really think that is the case right now. Because you have just a single kidney, if this problem should persist beyond 24\u00a0hours, please consult a doctor and make sure all is okay especially with the remaining kidney. Excess alcohol consumption is not good for the body. Please, always try to keep your consumption as low as possible. I hope this helps and I wish you well. Thanks for using our services and feel free to ask more questions if need be. |
hi yes i have chest pains headakes and dizzyness that cum an go noww an then also sumtimes my left side of my chest gets really tender wen touched went to my gp he sent me to see a specialist and told me he couldnt find any thin wrong but i no sumuts up inside | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should first rule out cardiac diseases for your symptoms. So consult cardiologist and get done blood pressure monitoring, ECG, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test). If all these are normal then no need to worry about heart diseases. Sometimes, undiagnosed stress and anxiety can also cause similar symptoms. So avoid stress and tension, be relaxed and calm. Consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in your life and start working on its solution. You may need anxiolytic Chat Doctor. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
my granddaughter was born August 18 her bilirubin level reach 17 today. She has the light blanket on nearly 24 hours a day. She has another blood test tomorrow, What are the risks of it going up. Should it go down. She is eating, sleeping, urinating and pooping good. Please help. | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I am Chat Doctor, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can. Thisis so-called physiologic jaundice, and it should improve within 2 months after birth. There is no need to be worried. This is commonly seen and there are no consequences. Only if there is some liver disorder, which is rare, there may be treatment required. Otherwise, all she needs in sunlight for few days ADN it will be fine. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. Chat Doctor. |
i have pain in the outer side of my right foot on top and its just barley blue but it concerns me that it is on the bone. i don t think it is broken because i can push on the bottom and side and it not hurt i can walk on it just barefoot it hurts a little but you never know, what do you think is wrong just bruised bone? and if it was fractured would they cast? boot? crutches? nothing? | HI, Thank you for providing the brief history of you. A thorough musculoskeletal assessment is advised with X-ray. Usually, these symptoms are related to the old fracture or may be a venous insufficiency. By taking an x-ray and clinical examination one can come to the conclusion and look further. If it is a fracture, then based on the type of fracture to apply cast or not will be planned. Also, if it is venous insufficiency than a Doppler can be performed and with simple medications things will be fine. Also, if you are diabetic we need to check the Blood glucose levels too. Usually such kind of discoloration can also be due to improper footwear. Post thorough assessment, the next course of action will be planned Chat Doctor. |
I get intimate with my hubby on 13,14 nov and by the next have took unwanted-72 my last menses are on 31st oct to 3rd nov but till now my periods not came even 28 day cycle is been completed. I m lil worried as dont wanted to have baby right now. Anrwer me there is a chance of pregnancy ? | Hello, Anytime there is a delay in the menstrual periods, it is best to have a pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy. If the pregnancy test comes out negative then the delay in the periods may be due to irregularity caused by the e-pill you have used, and should have your periods within the next couple of weeks. If you do not have the periods within the next couple of weeks you may need to see your doctor. I hope this answers your query. I remain at your disposal in case further medical assistance is needed. |
Hey today after sitting on the couch for about 20 mins I noticed the back of my right hip and the right side of my vagina felt numb. Almost like it was asleep. It s been 4 hours and it still feels numb. Also I have a pain in the right side of my pelvis that feels almost like gas pain but is getting increasingly worse. Any ideas what s going on? | Hello, I have studied your case and I think you have developed neuropraxia. In this condition there is transient pressure on the nerve. It is a reversible condition. I would suggest you to rub that part with mustard oil or ointment like voting gel. You need to take Pregabalin M tablet one time in nighttime. I hope this answer will be useful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions. Thanks |
iam having hperthyroid and polycystic ovaries iam taking thyronorm 75 and glyciphage sr twice daily .now i have tsh value 5.2 .can i get pregnant now .docter had given me siphene 50 mg to take on 3rd day of my period and continue for 4days and said to intercourse after 12 days .i want to know this 12th day from starting of period or from after finishning siphene.and also i am taking medicine for pco from about six months i just want to know is it safe to get pregnant now. | Hi, I think you can become pregnant. Continue the thyroid tablet, but better to increase the dose by 12.5 mcg after discussing with your doctor. The cut-off for TSH in pregnancy is 2.5. Now, regarding the intercourse, you can have intercourse every 2 to 3 days after your periods stop. You can also start that from 12th day counting the starting of your period as day 1, not after finishing Sphere. You can track your ovulation by repeated ultrasound and when follicle is more than 17 to 18 mmm, take injection for rupture. Progesterone will be given for next 2 weeks after rupture is confirmed on ultrasound. Do a urine pregnancy test after that. You can try like that for 3 to 6 cycles. Talk to your doctor regarding this. It is safe to become pregnant now. |
My grandson age 6 complained of a headache yesterday stomach cramps & started vomiting. This morning he woke up shaking. My daughter checked his sugar & he was 63. Her 4 yr old was dignoised with type 1 @ 6 months of age. The 4 yr old is on an insulin pump. My daughter took him to the ER. Blood work normal A1C normal but had large keatones present. Does this mean he is diabetic also??? He will see his dr on monday. I am so upset over this. I have 2 daughters & they each have a child type 1. We have checked family history & no one has this horriable diease. Im so sorry, will wait till monday when we see the dr. I didnt relize I had to pay. Happy Easter to you & yours. | Thanks for posting on Chat Doctor. Wishing you a Happy Easter. Blood sugars below 40 mg/DL indicates hypoglycemia that is low blood sugar although less than 70 mg/DL is considered by some standards as the cutoff. If symptoms are present, I will consider even 63 as hypoglycemic. Symptoms to look out for are |
Hello,I have two small, grey, painless bumps near the opening of my anus. I went to the doctor and she was nondescript about what it exactly was. She vaguely mentioned genital warts and prescribed me a cream. After looking into this more online, I am not completely convinced that is in fact what is, especially since she didn t have test results back. What are other possibilities, and should I get another opinion? Thank you! | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, Your history and the clinical symptoms are suggestive of Congenital Wart or Condyloid Alumina. This is a type of sexual transmitted disease. Wart which is painless and itching are the classical of Congenital Wart or Condyloid Alumina, which is caused by Human Papillomavirus (HPV). Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection can be transmitted to the partner as this is a sexually transmitted disease. This should be diagnosed by physical examination and PAP smear of the scrapping of the wart and confirmed by Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). The treatment for this condition includesCryotherapy- which should be done in the hospital. local application of 0.5% solution of podophyllin, which should be applied twice daily for 3 days and nothing should be applied for next 4 days (7 days cycle). This cycle should be continued for 4 weeks. local application of 5% Imiquimod cream for 3 times in a week for 16 weeks (4 months). Thank you |
I have a strange swollen spot behind my right front tooth. I have no idea what causes it, but I get it every so often. It is not painfull, but it is annoying because when I close my mouth, it touches my tongue, and it also impacts my speech alittle. In terms of looks, it can get somewhat big and white, it looks sortof like another tooth that is behind my right front tooth, except it is soft.I need to know what this is and how to grt rid of it. | Hello thanks for consulting at Chat Doctor.firstly did you have recent trauma to the front tooth.it might have caused pulp injury --this in turn secondarily might have resulted in periapical abscess. You need Iowa radiographs to check for extension of infection in terms of alveolar bone loss. It might also be muscle if trams to that region, since you are describing it as soft and painless. It could also be nasopalatine cyst which is usually present in the above-mentioned region or incisive palatine cyst . If your lower teeth constantly hit the back of the upper front tooth. So you need complete general physical examination of the lesion, please consult an oral physician for the check-up and treatment.hope it helps,take care. |
Hi doc. I am 23 years old and unmarried. I was diagnosed with PCOS about a year and a half ago and was put on metformin and a water pill by the endocronologist. At the time I was diagnosed my BMI was 34.9. A year and a half has gone by and my BMI is at 30.6. (Even though Im still wearing the same size) My partner and I have been having unprotected sex to try to conceive for three years now with no luck. What should I do? I still cant have a normal period without the help of birth control. I am going back to the endocronologist in three months. Should I ask to be put on Clomid? Will he put me on it since I am unmarried? | Hi, You will need to try and further reduce your BMI. This not only increases your chances of a pregnancy but also lesser chance of complications during pregnancy. Also water pill should not be taken during pregnancy as it can affect the baby. This medication has to be changed before you plan a pregnancy. Since you are not having a normal period on your own, you will need ovulation induction with either camphene or injectable gonadotrophin if camphene doesn't work, but before that you need to rule out all other factors, such as male, tubal. Unmarried status should not be an issue. So, first step would be to consult your doctor and change your water pills. Hope this helps. Regards. |
Hello sir good morning i am Sridhar i am suffering this problem last so many years.that time i am 12yrs i am not thinking about that,but now i am 21yrs i am worried about my career.My problem is while i am writing shaking my Hands,Important documents,Bank papers,college fee recipts.and in front of my friends,my faculty members,my parents,and i am alone.Some times i am writing good,but so many times i am embersing this problem.plz sir i am depressed this problem. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Most of the time your \"shaky hands\" syn Chat Doctor. When you are worried that you shall be embarrassed in such a circumstance. Just approach it without apprehension. Think that \"nothing to worry even when your hands shake\". Such ignorance slowly relieves you from the problem itself. 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 doctor I am 37 years old with wieight 107 kg.. I am currently suffering from severe cough. I have consulted a general physician and undergo few tests.It includes IGE Estimation which is 1499.I would like to know whats the root cause and treatment for the same.ThanksAbdul Khader | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. IGE is marker of allergy. And you are having IGE level 1499. This is considered as very high. So possibility of allergy is more in your case. You are also having constant, severe cough. So we should first rule out asthma in your case. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done clinical examination of respiratory system and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test). PFT is must for the diagnosis of asthma. It will also tell you about severity of the disease and treatment of asthma is based on severity only. You may need inhaled bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroid (ICS). Oral combination of antihistamine and anti-allergic Chat Doctor. So consult pulmonologist and discuss all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
My son is almost 4 years old, and he hasn t wet the bed in almost a year. His doctor recently gave him Prednisolone and ever since he started taking it he s wet the bed every night. And it s so unlike him. I don t know if it s the medication, I have read it can cause bed wetting and I need to call the doctor but I cannot do that until tomorrow. Anything I should know about it before then ? | Thanks for putting your query up at Chat Doctor. It is not unlikely that a child of this age may wet the bed. You have not mentioned the reason for which he has been given prednisolone. Rather than the medicine being related, the ailment he is suffering from, for which he has been given prednisolone, may also be behind it. I can only comment with adequate data. You can develop a reward system for your child in order to demote bed-wetting and that might provide relief. Hope that helps. Feel free to revert with further queries if any. |
I am recovering from a respiritory infection and am currently taking Zestim. Yesterday I began experiencing a fluttering of my heart. The intensity seems to vary. Could this be related to testosterone supplemental therapy? I did not experience this before the bug had started. | Hi Dear !! Thanks for your query to Chat Doctor. Read and reviewed your query and health concerns. IN the given situation of Yours, seem to suffer from-Testosterone induced ? Atrial fibrillation. With high levels the Chat Doctor. Try to avoid excessive indulgence in tobacco, alcohol,tea, coffee. Second opinion from Physician and EKG, would resolve this issue. This plan would reduce your dilemma with testosterone. Hope this would help you to plan further of this complex illness of yours. If need be, update any health issue 24 x 7 by a direct question to ME, at following Chat Doctor link-Dear, if satisfied, Dont forget to close this query with YOUR pleasing feedback comments to rate this reply and service, to boost the morale of incoming Emergency patients like YOU, at Chat Doctor services. If you want to update more details and ask more update queries, You are most Welcome herewith !! Good Day!! Wishing Good Healthy Life in time to come!! |
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