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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? my name is pegah , I am 32 years old and this is my first pregnancy. I have never had miscarriages but when I started bleeding (hematoma) at 12 weeks my Dr decided to give me Proluton depot 500 mg injections. I have had 9 of them and the last one was week 20 (i think)...the hematoma was gone by week 19. i also take prenatal vitamins, extra iron, and a baby aspirin 80 which my Doc will not let me come off just yet. I am now 32 weeks pregnant and all scans have been good so far. I read on WWW.WWWW.WW that proluton 500 mg is category D and it has horrible side effects on the baby. i have not slept since then and have been crying as I am so scared i have permenantly damaged my baby. why would they adminster such a horrible drug? what are the chances that my baby may have future defects? I know my Dr gave me the shots cause it took me 2 years and a month of Clomet to get pregnant and she was and is paranoid I might lose the baby so she did everything to keep the child. But if I knew the side effects of proluton I would never agree to it. Please give me your opinion as I am going crazy and have no one to turn to. Please help. I also read that this drug is not given in any of the advanced countries anymore (i live in Iran). | Hi, Please do not worry, Proton is given in pregnancy to prevent miscarriage and preterm births, you need not worry about any side effects to the baby. It is routinely given and is also recommended by the American college of obstetrics and Gynecology for use in pregnancy to prevent preterm delivery. You need not worry. Baby aspirin can be taken up till delivery without any harm to baby. Hope this helps. Regards. |
my 4 month old has a lump behind each ear. 1 is more noticible than the other. i first saw them 2 weeks ago. been to doctor who felt them and said they feel normal and he has had a cold so from that. But Im still so worried about lymphona- silly i know but hes my world. am i worrying for nothing? | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He may have some enlarged lymph node. It can be due to reactive hyperplasia, tuberculosis or lymphoma. Hr should take a course of antibiotics. If it doesn't respond to treatment then biopsy diagnosis is advisable. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health. |
I had an Upper Gastric Hernia repaired a few years ago. I have been having trouble with pain and swelling in my upper stomach area and my Gastro Dr. said it felt like the Mesh slipped and he could feel the hernia, then he sent me to another Specialist and that Dr. said I have Muscle Fascia Laxity and never explained it to me...I have been having a harder time digesting foods more lately. What is Muscle Fascia Laxity in my upper stomach area? | Hi ! Good evening. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. Muscle fascia laxity is otherwise known as dimerization of recto which is not infrequently seen in obese persons, post delivery ladies, and emaciated persons. This is not a hernia, but clinically feels like one. The pain in the upper abdomen could be due to the hernia, or due to many other causes like a gall stone disease, peptic ulcer disease, etc. If I were your doctor, I would have advised you for an ultrasound abdomen to rule out few intro abdominal conditions. Till then, you can go for a proton pump inhibitor Chat Doctor. Avoid alcoholic beverages, and smoking. Further management would depend on the report of the ultrasound. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. |
Hi, I have a pain in my stomach it feels like a fist gripping me inside or like the feeling after youve been punched in the stomach I just want to know if it could be something serious that I may need to have the light run down my throat and have checked out what do you think it could be? | Hi. Thanks for your query. You have a history of fist griping in the stomach or as if punched in the stomach. I do not think that passing the light down the throat (endoscopy you mean it seems) may be helpful if this is stomach volumes or duodenal problems. I would advise you to visit ER ASAP, get a simple X-ray of the abdomen in the standing position, ultrasonography to get an idea about the diagnosis and get further investigated like |
i am 68 year old man. i HAD GOT KIDNEY TRANSPLANTATION IN YEAR 2003. NOW MY ALBUMIN LEVEL IS HIGH DUE TO THAT MY DOCTER SUGGESTED TO ME TO DO KIDNEY BIOPSY SO I HAVE UNDERGONE BIOPSY BEFORE TWO DAYS. THE BIOPSY WAS NOT SUCCESSFUL AFTER THAT I HAVE GOT PROBLEM IN URINATION. I HAVE FEELING OF URINATION BUT URIN DOESNOT PASSING. KINDLY GIVE SUGGESTION TO ME WHAT I HAVE TO DO NOW.THANKING YOU,R. L. RATHOREINDIA | HiT hanks for the query. I assume that your urine albumin levels were high and that is why a biopsy was advice. If you have difficulty in passing urine now it may be due to a blood clot in the bladder which may be seen due to post biopsy bleeding. So I Suggest that you should get an ultrasound of the kidney and bladder and a urinalysis. Based on the results your nephrologist can discuss further treatment options with you. Hope this helps Good luck. |
I am 56 and female. Have experienced past 5 years of anemia that was very critical. Constant weakness and bleeding. For the past 6 months no cycle except one day recently with one period of clot loss. Nerves have been on edge and took Tylenol for a couple of years for back pain. Have curvature of the spine and dislocated pelvic bone on right side. Lately am experiencing constant fluttering in legs, thighs, feet and even in head and sometimes in ears. WHAT may be wrong with me? I also occasionally take an antidepressant. Perhaps one every three weeks or so. | Hi, Thanks for asking. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows.1. Anemia due to It B12 deficiency can present with neurological manifestations.2. It B12 assay can confirm the diagnosis. The anemia would be microcytic anemia.3. Occasional anti-depressant would not cause these symptoms. Possibly, It B12 deficiency induced peripheral neuropathy manifestations. Further tests necessary for confirmation. Hope it helps. Any further queries, happy to help again. |
hi i have sgot 59 and sgpt 193 ul/l my ultara sound report and other biochemical test are with in limitcould you guide some drug to come down sgpt and sgot in normal range.age 32, hight 163 cm, weight 80 kg. medical history recently used miconzol tables 5 doses weelky once | Hi thanks for asking question. Noted you have mild liver enzymes' elevation with normal reports.... With the use of Chat Doctor. . Here nothing seems serious. Reduce your weight with taking low fat diet. Regular follow up is necessary.... Rule out heart condition, myositis, celiac disease etc.as they can elevate enzymes... If still elevated complete LFT profile done with viral marker... Hope your concern overtake care. |
Is it possible to get condyloma in the eyes. have recently had a small patch removed on lower abdomin with laser surgery, but now have a tiny brown spot with what looks like a blister on top on it inside the lower eye lid. Eye runs and seems irritated all of the time for the past two months. Thanks | Hello. Welcome to Chat Doctor. I am Chat Doctor. I will be answering your query. You must be aware that condyloid is a skin lesion caused by HPV. As it is transmitted by sexual route its lesions are found mostly around the genital areas. But there are rare cases which have been reported to have condylomata lesion in conjunctiva. In your it can't be denied, so you should go to a specialist doctor and get the diagnosis done by PCR method. Further management will be done only after diagnosis. I hope I have justified answered. Do let me know once it is confirmed. Wish you a healthy life ahead. Regards. |
I am having significant pain in my right leg above the knee and below the hip. It s at its worst the first thing in the morning (very difficult to walk) and gets a little better as the day wears on but recurs if I start walking very much. It s generally OK when I am off my feet. Is that the sciatic nerve? Can this clear up by itself? Can meds clear it up? | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I am Chat Doctor and I will try to help you as much as I can. It may be arthrosis or sciatic nerve issue, so you should do at least X-rays and xerography for further evaluation. In some cases it can be treated by medications for lifetime, but also surgery may be required for hip replacement. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. |
I have been experiencing heart palpitations for almost 2 years.I have visited a heart specialist and it was recommended that I have a holter attached for 24 hrs. in order to observe the symtoms. The first time irregularities showed and it seemingly was connected to the leaking mitral valve I have , however, there appeared to be no deterioration of the valve so It was suggested that I monitor the symtoms and go back if necessary-whilst making some life style changes etc. I had to go back to have another holter attached some months later, which again showed palpitations occuring--was told not to worry and if they continued may have to go on beta blockers. The thing is, I do not experience severe symptoms during the 24hr holter phase ,however,palpitations can last for up to 8 hrs at times --leaving me totally exhausted. I was awoken last evening at midnight and experience them for the remainder of the night sleeping a little . I am going to go back to the heart specialist (very soon) but as i was doing some research I came across this site. An observation and comment would be welcome. | Hi Welcome to Chat Doctor. I understand your query and concern. Rapid heart rate and Dizzy spells can be a definite feature of heart rhythm disturbances. Irregular heartbeat is known to alter the blood supply to the brain leading to impaired function in a transient way. Few Chat Doctor. I advise you to have a complete 24 hr holder ECG which can accurately determine the cardiac conduction abnormalities. Monitor your blood pressure and heart rate. |
I just turned 70 and on oxygen. Even when napping my heart rate rarely gets below 90. Sitting here it is 95 and gets up to 122 - 124 when sweepin, etc. Is this dangerous? I weigh 135 at 5\"4 which is the most I have ever weighed. I take Advair and Spriva. My lung collasped on 1-21-2011. | Hayes chronic elevated heart rate is problematic. One of the reasons is you are on inhaler adverse, it has albuterol which can increase heart so discuss with your physician if possible to decrease that content from inhaler. Do u snore, do u have interrupted sleep, daytime sleepiness. If yes you probably have OSA and needs treatment for it. Also get oxygen level checked once, is it low if yes you will need home oxygen for that. |
I had a nasty fall in August and badly bruised my out thigh the bruise went within 3weeks but I am still tender around the area 4months later and have now notices a small pea like lump when I press deep into my thigh where the bruise was, is this normal | Hi, Dear thanks for the query to Chat Doctor virtual clinic. I studied your query in full details updated from you. I understood your health concerns. Based on your query data, In my opinion it's all due to resolved and calcified hematoma 4 myths old after the nasty fall in August.Don't worry. X-ray of the thigh would resolve the worry. Consult for Second Opinion with your Surgeon or GP Doctor. Hope this would resolve your query. Welcome for any further query in this regard to ME. I would love to help you outwriting for any further query. Wish you fast recovery from this intriguing health problem. Have a Good Day. Chat Doctor. N.M.S. Genl-CVTS -Senior Surgical Consultant |
dental enquiry | Hello! Thank you for posting in Chat Doctor. You did not mention if you are suffering adenoid problem. Please get it treated with your general physician first. Yes, this can be treated with braces as you are 23 years old. This can cost anywhere between 20,000 Rs to 35,000 Rs depending on the severity of the proclamation you have, and if a surgery is necessary. Do not feel depressed regarding your looks. Believe me, no one is perfect as such. Hope this helps. |
I had a baby 6months ago and in may of this year I got the depo shot (I have had it many times before with no problems) and now my period has been lasting for 3 weeks or longer and still coming every month. I dont know whats wrong. I have not had the depo shot since may | HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor There are some persons who have bleeding issues in response to demo proverb. These issues can last till weeks or months after the shot has been discontinued. There are medications that your doctor can give you to help decrease the bleeding e.g. primal. Your doctor may also suggest imaging of uterus to see if there are any other causes of prolonged bleeding such as fibroid or endometriosis. I hope this helps |
For about 7 or 8 days now , I ve been feeling completely empty and just pure emotional numbness , I can t seem to get excited or passionate about anything anymore and haven t felt myself for over a week , it s very frustrating and I really don t want to feel like this anymore , I miss having feelings and being able to think about things and go out and socialize with my friends and my natural excitement and enthusiasm about things. I went to the hospital , because the first few days I had really bad feverish symptoms and felt horrible and nauseous and a really rapid heartbeat, they said they found blood and a weird type of protein in my urine that spread and may of possibly caused an infection, so they put me on a drip and injected an anti sickness drug into my body and then gave me a course of anti biotics. But I ve been taking these anti biotics and I still have the complete same emptiness and feeling disconnected. | Degree understand your concerns went through your description. I suggest you not to worry too much. I don't understand why thinks negatively where such thinking is not at all advisable. Everyone goes through periods of illness. Everyone feels as you. Emotional numbness or some sort of uneasy feelings. Body and mind is related. If body is ill mind also feels the brunt, and it is applicable in reverse also. Thinking also needs energy and body wants to conserve energy to have more effective work inside the body. Understand the body chemistry and it answers your questions. Worrying increases the worry itself. You will be cured for sure. Your doctors are doing their best. Also, god is with you. God cannot leave you. Be happy. 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. |
so i have been on nuva ring for almost a year now...this past month i became sick and was prescribed a z-pac. My boyfriend and i were having sex (the first day of my period) and the condom broke, some of his sperm was inside me... what do you think is the likelyhood of getting pregnant? should I even be worried? | Hello, and I hope I can help you today. The Nearing used alone is greater than 99 percent effective in preventing pregnancy. Many women use it without a backup method of birth control. In addition, because the Nearing is absorbed through the skin of the vagina, its effectiveness it is not reduced by antibiotics because the medication is not swallowed, so it is not metabolized in your liver like oral birth control. In addition, the majority of women do not ovulate during their menstrual cycle even off birth control. So I really do not think you are at risk of pregnancy in your situation. I hope I was able to answer your question and that this information was reassuring. Best wishes, |
I cant feel pain any where, even when I scratch myself really hard or bite my tongue as hard as I can, when I cry, I cant feel my tears, when I eat or drink I can barely taste, I cant feel my son. Ive gotten barely any sleep the past couple days, but I can barely tell. Sometimes I feel like my skin is missing even when its not. When I have intercourse I dont feel it, but Im still able to orgasm. Whats wrong with me? | Hello, I can understand your concern. What you are describing can be shortly described as severe numbness all over your body including oral cavity. If it was a localized area, I would have suggested you to consult a neurologist to rule out nerve related problems. However, generalized problems lead to assumption of vitamin D or Vitamin B12 deficiency as it may cause generalized nerve related problems. In addition, I would advise you to rule out diabetes. Thus, I recommend blood tests to determine level of vitamin D, Vitamin B12 and for sugar. After the test results, you can get back to me or visit a physician for further advise. I hope this answer helps you. Thank you for choosing Chat Doctor. Take care. Best, |
I have been getting very hot lately and randomly I will sweat a lot like A LOT my face and hands will lose all color turn white or green ish I can barely talk because I get tunnel Vision then I usually passout or throw up or both then its all better later on. Only thing I have noticed is Im not hydrating that much the days it happens | Hello! Thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! Regarding your concern, I would explain that these symptoms could be related to different disorders |
Hi doctor, good evening. how are you tonight? I am Belinda from Rochester, NY. I ve been experiencing some chest pain, in the middle. esp. when I cough. having a little bit of dizziness and shortness of breath when taking a plight of steps. However, I do some plank challenge exercise at home and tried to go to the gym for Zumba, yoga and one time lately bootcamp. I have a history of chest pain but they released me bec. during that time I was taking an herb tea diet which affected my pancreas; that was their findings. Just noticed lately that again having symptoms of pain in my center chest. What could this be? I am taking low dose losartan pills and levothyroxine for the thyroid destructed already. i am overweight and obese bec of my height? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In my opinion you are having HERD (Castro esophageal reflux disease) mostly. But since you are hypertensive we need to rule out cardiac cause first. So get done ECG and 2D echo to rule out cardiac cause. If both of these are normal than you may have HERD only. Try to follow these for better control of HERD.1. Avoid hot and spicy food.2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.3. Avoid stress and anxiety. 4. Loose some weight.5. Take proton pump inhibitors. 6. Go for walk after meals.7. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed.8. Quit habits if you have any. |
I have a small reoccurring lump under the skin at my tailbone. When it first comes on it is extremely itchy, then a few days it will become kind of slimy and smell really bad and then disappear. When it opens and becomes come what slimy it hurts. What could this be? | HI, Dear, Thanks for the query from you for your painful lump in rt inner-thigh .1-I am happy that you are serious to know why this leg -lump is having painful spasms?2-In my opinion this lump at the tail bone with repeated cropping up with slimy discharge with bad smell and with itching, is -Colonial sinus.3-Though you have not told the duration, and how long it is recurring,4- In my opinion-possibility of infecting and re-infecting Colonial sinus-with slimy abscess is very strong, as from the facts provided by your query.5-I would advise Surgeons opinion.6-Hence You should be panicky and worried, and go Ugly go to ER -Surgeon doctor.7-You should haveX-ray of the area and the sinogram-to arrive at the cause of the recurring painful lump at the tail bone.8-Hope this would solve your worry of the painful rec curing tailbone lump.9-So ugly take -the advice from the ER Surgeon.10-Wellcome to Chat Doctor for any more query. |
Had numbness with almost a menthol sensation from my foot to my face on July 5th...all on my right side...included leg, outer torso, arm and half my face...lasted approx 5 hours. Have also had numbness/tingling around my eyes and nose over the last year...none of these symptoms caused blurred vision or slurred speech and was able to function normally. Had an MRI on July 21st...Here are the findings | Hello Small hyperintense focus in deep white matter of brain may be due to ischemic changes resulting from involvement of small blood vessels(vasculitis), demyelination, post Lyme infection,post-traumatic etc. Ischemic changes resulting from blood vessels changes in diseases like hypertension, diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia. So, you need monitoring of conditions that leads to ischemic changes like hypertension, altered lipid profile, diabetes mellitus so that further progression of disease can be halted. You need investigations like routine hologram, RBS,LFT, RFT, Lipid profile, ultrasound of abdomen. Proper treatment depend upon findings. You also need follow up scan. Multiple sclerosis(MS) is associated with many findings, it needs clinical correlation. Take Care Chat Doctor. |
Hi there. I m a male and I had a kidney stone removed two days ago. I really don t wish to go through all that again, so the doctor s advised me to drink lots of water. Does the pH level or amount of sodium in my bottled water matter or will any tap or bottle water do? Any other advice would be appreciated. Thank you. | Hi thanks for your question. Neither the bottled water, tap water, sodium content or pH of bottled water is going to form stone again. Kidney stones are usually calcium stones and rarely phosphates and low urinary pH facilitates stone formation. That is why your Doctor has advised you to take plenty of water to raise urinary pH. Food containing high content of calcium should be avoided. Hope this answers your question. |
my 4 yr old daughter has been crying off and on for 1 month about her stomach she has regular bowel movements and can only eat a little bit at a time till she starts crying that her belly hurts and after aboui20 min she is up playing again .. she complains 1st thing in am and several times through the day and before bed call dr. he said keep her diet bland no milk products did that for 4 days and she still complained any ideas | Thanks for follow up . The most common cause of pain is infection. Pain is signal of inflammation. You should react. Try to give to her antibacterial medicine - nights 1 tab 3 times 3 days if good effect-then continue, if it will not help give antibiotic - definite. For absorption of toxins you can give charcoal 1 tab for night. For relief of pain- spy Cyclops(dicyclomine), follow light diet, give blended food and soup every 4\u00a0hours. Recovery soon Chat Doctor. |
my 19 yo son was lifting weights (doing legs)... said he felt a pop in his head... like when your ears pop... said he than got a h/a, nauseated, along with dizziness... he came home and stated his headache was a little better... he took creatine prework-out before his work out... also had eaten a peanut butter sandwich with water before his work out... he came home and vomited... I checked his bilateral light reflexes and they are fine; he doesn t have facial droop, nor does he have any speech problems... should I just continue to watch him... | Hello dear, Considering the fact that the basic CNS evaluation of your son is within normal limits, the symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to pathology in the Vestibular Apparatus in inner ear (it is associated with maintenance of body posture & balance) most probably Labyrinthine or Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Vestibular sedatives like Betahistine or Linearizing preparations (to be taken only under the guidance of a Physician). So, kindly consult his Physician/ ENT Specialist & get a complete clinical examination done. Investigations like complete blood count, estimation of serum electrolytes & vestibular function tests will be required to rule out any pathological cause for the symptoms. There is no need to worry, your son will be fine. Till then, he should maintain adequate HY Chat Doctor. And also take precautions like getting up from bed slowly & avoid sudden head movements. Wishing him a Good Health. Take care. |
remind 40 6 1 245 pounds. lumps growing around the base of my spine. loss of muscle in legs and forearms. loss of muscle in my legs and forearms. chronic lower back pain with lumps around the base of my spine. I am 42 years old 6 foot 2 245 pounds. I believe the lobes are causing the pain in my spine and I m having problems standing. | Hi.it is best if you consult with a neurosurgeon or an orthopedic surgeon with specialization on spine, for clinical evaluation. Medical and physical examination will be done. Diagnostics (such as imaging and a possible tissue biopsy of the mass) will be requested as needed. We could not tell specifically what kind of lesion that is unless a biopsy is done. Management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly. Hope this helps. Good day!!~ Chat Doctor. |
Hello. I am a 49 yr old female; currently 2 years in remission w NHL.( neck area & chest)I recently found a lump on the back of my knee. Its red and slightly tender to the touch. I have had some recent night sweats, more tired than usual and some unusual stomach pains. Any cause for alarm or can I wait a few months for my next check up at Fox Chase? Thank you | HI, Dear,Thanks for the inquisitive query to Chat Doctor.1-I studied your query in depth.2-In my opinion, this lump behind knee with night sweats is most probably be due to the NHL-of the popliteal lymph nodes, indicating the recurrence of the symptoms indicating uncontrolled NHL.3-I would advise you to consult your doctor Ugly, as it indicates that dosage for the control of your NHL needs to be revised, as you had stomach pains with night sweats-indicating systemic disturbances, which could disturb your health to critical levels.4-Hope this would solve your query .5-Wellcome for more queries to me On Chat Doctor.6-Thnks once again for your inquisitive query. Have a Good Day.!! |
Hi I have been trying to get pregnant and 2 months ago I went to a gynecologist she prescribed 2 Dimet 500 per day along with eve care and Folic acid 1 per day I was not tested for blood sugar and haven t had blood sugar in my life I just turned 32 last month pls advise. I got my period 12 days late the day I went to see the doc that was the first time it was irregular ... | Welcome to Chat Doctor Most probably you are suffering from PCs which is the common reason for delayed periods and infertility. Insulin resistance is one of the underlying pathology leading to PCs, so many clinicians prescribe metformin as empirical treatment. You may not find your blood sugar raised but still there may be intrinsic problem like insulin resistance leading to PCs. If you are overweight try to lose weight by diet control and exercise. You need to undergo few hormonal tests to come at diagnosis. Trust your doctor and continue treatment. Take care |
My daughter was at the doc today and suspected sinus infection. 102 fevers, vomiting, nausea when fever is up. Feels well while fever is below 100. I am having trouble keeping her fever below 101 even with Ibuprofen. She also has had recent pyelonephritis in June. neg. UA today but she acts just like when she had that in June. She is 6 yrs old weighs about 45lbs. They started her on Amox. today 800mg BID. She took Omnicef for the pyelo in June. She just presents so much like she did with the pyelo. I can keep her drinking if her temp stays 100 or below but right now with Ibuprofen 2 hrs ago, it is still 101. What else can I do? Should she have vomiting when her temp rises with a sinus infection? | Very high fever and vomiting is more in favor of pyelonephritis than a sinus infection. If the fever and vomiting continues or gets worse, please get her admitted to a hospital. Oral antibiotics will not be enough. She will most probably need IV Antibiotics and hospital care for the high fever. Very high fevers can be damaging to the body. Since she is only 6 years old, pyelonephritis can progress very fast and damage her kidneys too. Not saying this to alarm you, but I really think your daughter needs to be taken to a hospital and treated as an inpatient until her fever breaks. She will need additional blood and urine tests. Fevers, vomiting and headaches is also a presentation of meningitis, and you can never be too careful. Please take care. Good day to you. |
hi i am wonering what is good for my skin care hi i am a 15 year old teen i care about my looks i have light skin color . im not white white looking butt not tan looking .. im in between more white than tan. i have brown eyes butt i HAVE to wear green contacts. what makeup is best for my skin? which make up helps to not break out? or helps you have a non soily skin? which eye shodow or eyeliner would help my eyes stand out? what kind of facials and lotions are good for my face care? how can have a healthy looking skin? please give me some good eauty tips thatll help me have a healthy nice face and all =) thank you | Welcome to Chat Doctor You can use good face wash and try not to apply make up, but you can apply sunscreen for protection from tanning and ill effects of UV rays. Use Clearasil Ultra face wash it keeps skin clear and oil free. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and green leafy vegetables. It has antioxidants which improve skin a lot. Chat Doctor. Exercise every day to improve circulatory system to make your skin glow. |
hello,my father is a diabetic patient.It was well controlled,before he had chickenguniya 2 and a half weeks back,rt now he has severe joint pains and swellings on knee joints,still fever comes once or twice a day,bloodsugar level increased 200 random what to do?reports r normal | Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. No, chikunguniya virus never causes rise in blood sugar. Chikunguniya virus belongs to the Flavius group of virus, which has prime target of joint tissues. So joint pain is obvious in the chikunguniya virus. Blood sugar may fluctuate because of the fever associated with infection. Fever may catabolize large amount of the sugar may increase the sugar level. Pelase take the diclofenac and paracetamol tablet for pain control. Please consult your doctor before you take the Chat Doctor. Steroids can be taken once or twice if joint pain is excruciating. But this requires doctors guidance. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/ |
Hello Sir, I am going to ask something about the kidney stone.., now a days my Mummy (age 55) is suffering from kidney stone problem, I am also have the fear about her,we already scanned & we had the scan reports in that it mention around 9 nos of stones. 5 nos are in left side and 4 nos are in the right side kidney.that the dimensions are (1 no-8 mm),(2 nos-6 mm),(3 nos-5 mm) ,(2 nos-3 mm) & (1 no-1.8 mm). So,for these stone removal what kind of treatment will be follow is theres any necessary for open surgery,by drinking more water, by in taking trips or any other spl & simple treatment is there for the kidney stone removal. Thanks in advance for your swift reply.--Have a nice DayThanks & RgdsAAAAAA.SAAAAAAA | Hello Padmanaban, Welcome to Chat Doctor, and thanks for posting your query here. Kidney stones or renal calculus is an aggregation of minerals which will pass through the urine in common. The symptoms of renal colic are nausea, vomiting, fever, excruciating pain in the flank radiating to the groin, and sometimes with vague abdominal pain. If stones grow to a maximum size more than 3-4\u00a0mm they will obstruct the urinary passage and may cause HY Chat Doctor. This in turn affects the urinary outflow and its filtration. Renal stones may be of calcium, oxalate or uric acid, service stone composition. The treatment depends on the size, number and site of the stones. Stones below 4-5\u00a0mm size usually pass through the urine. But larger stones may get obstructed in the renal pelvis, or ureter. Common modes of medical treatment is using diuretics with a |
My Son is 2 and a half and layely he has had a red rash over his entire body that is only slightly raised. He is not showing any syptoms, no fever, coughing, stuffy nose, breathing problems, ect. Only when is he gets hot or heats up ( such as when he got out of a hot bath or was running around our home) the rash seems to get more raised and getes even redder. | Hi... Thank you for consulting in Chat Doctor. By what you quote it should be an urticaria or a simple skin allergy. You can use HY Chat Doctor. Most important thing to be remembered is that it has a propensity to recur (called as second crop) within 10-14 days. If this happens, you can start using the same medicine, but I suggest you get the kid evaluated with your pediatrician. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Chat Doctor are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish your kid good health. |
i have had a heaviness in my right lung. 2 years ago I had bronchitis and they heavy feeling went away partly but recently it is back with no cough but some sharp pains. I am not a smoker and it worries me that 30 years ago I had a summer job that cleaned asbestos lined tank for a couple of weeks. What could this be? | Hi thanks for asking question in Chat Doctor .... Your work is related to asbestos.... So pneumoconiosis can be there ... For that chest x-ray done.... It is occupational lung disease .... It is form of restrictive disease... Asbestose can lead to fibrosis or mesothelioma like problem.... Even it can lead malignant mesothelioma. So regular follow up done for this asbestos related lung disease.... Take care.... Avoid smoking as it can lead fibrosis... Chat Doctor. |
I have a sprained neck but going into the doctor i though it was bulging disk because i have a large bump on my lower neck. I have been in physical therapy for 6 weeks and i got better for a week and now it hurts like it did before i started treatment. i really think its a bulging disk. Reagan Turmon 15 95pounds 5 4 | Hi! Good morning. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. No - the large bump on your lower neck might not be due to a bulging disc and could be an independent entity, possibly benign which could be known by a clinical examination and other investigations like an FNAC if indicated. The pain in your neck could be due to other problems related to the spine like a cervical spondylitis which is more common especially if your job involves staring at computers for long hours without any break. If I were your doctor, I would advise you to continue physiotherapy from a qualified physiotherapist along with use of a cervical collar, go for a short course of anti-inflammatory along with a proton pump inhibitor for a symptomatic relief. In case of no relief, you could consult an orthopedic surgeon in your area, who might advise you for an MRI to rule out a disc prolapse or otherwise. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. |
I recently had a PFT done and found out that my total lung capacity is only 64% and my lung age is 66 years. I am a 23 year old female who rarely ever smokes. I have also been experiencing lung tightness, shortness of breath, which is sometimes when bad associated with a cough and inability to talk well to others. Could this indeed be asthma as pulmonologist stated was possible? Though he did say he didnt think it was likely in my case. | Yes, It could be possible that because of all this symptoms like chest tightness, SOB,cough might reduce our total lung capacity when the person has chronic breathing difficulty. You must start regular treatment with bronchodilators. You may also require inhalation steroids, beta agonists, anticholinergics as MDI or rota haler as a regular treatment. To decrease the inflammation of bronchi and bronchioles, you might be given oral antihistamines with mast cell stabilizers(montelukast) and steroids (prednisolone) with nebulization and frequently steam inhalation. Your pulmonologist is absolutely right. |
I was diagnosed with viral infection. She gave me Doxycycline Hyclate 100mg 2x daily. I ve been taking zinc Tues and I am still coughing and have a lot of sinus issues. Can t eat much just chicken noodle soup. Should I get a second opion. I use inhalers and coughing up phlem. Sorry about my lungs. | Hello, It seems that Doxycycline is not the right treatment. Please note that antibiotics, such as Doxycycline, are not effective against viruses and viral infections. They are given in order to prevent a viral infection to be complicated by a bacterial infection and usually, such treatment is based on the judgment of your physician. Your doctor has prescribed you the right dose of Doxycycline. If your symptoms does not ease in 2-3 days, then you will need to change the antibiotic. It is possible that your disease is exacerbated by Streptococcus, a kind of bacteria that has developed high rates of resistance to Doxycycline. Therefore, your doctor might need to change the antibiotic for you, and suggest Cephalosporins for example. If the fever is high (39 Celsius degrees or higher) and cough persists or deepens, then you will have to see your doctor again. The difficulties in swallowing could be due to the involvement of tonsils. Change of antibiotic will help ease these symptoms too. Gargling with salt water several times a day could help your tonsils recover and enhance the healing process. Also, please keep HY Chat Doctor. |
Hi could you help me? My problem is I urinate a lot. I dont think it is overactive bladder because I pee good amount if i have to. Any liquid I consume, mostly water i have to go to restroom right away. If i drink less water i dont have that problem. I have dealt with kidney stone before so i dont wanna drink less water. What should I do. Please help. | Hello. There are various diagnosis to consider |
I am a patient in a hospital now. And I am Epileptic and 44 female. The past 2 weeks I have had at least 5 Grand Mal. seizures, 2 operations on my left wrist with nuts and bolts coming out. No feeling in my thumb or 2 fingers. I was meant to of had brain surgery at Westmead Hospital 10 days ago but couldn t because these seizures came on. The Doctors don t know what to do with me. I don t live in this area and seen my brain surgery has changed to 22 May 2017 the doctors won t send me down to Westmead Hospital as I my dressing needs changing every 3 days and I could be rehabilitated as well as be watched with my seizures before my brain surgery with Doctor Mark Dexter. I m at Manning Hospital and I didn t ask for my left wrist to happen, have 8 stitches in my chin and my jaw not being able to eat properly. Please help me as it has been 2 weeks in this hospital. Thank you Michelle Reid. | Hi, I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms are probably related to a trauma, caused by the seizures. Coming to this point, it is important to have a full recovery from the trauma, in order to be sure that you do not have any further seizures. Some changes in anti-epileptic Chat Doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hello, I hav a very good friend who is about to get her daughter back and just about two weeks ago her daughter ran away from the group home she was staying at. My friend very stressed and getting no sleep called her psych doc and was advised to double up on her Geodon in the morning, this ment she was told to take 4 300mg capsules of Geodon. She took the four one day and went out and ran some errands . She was fine for hours and then after she got into her car after loading groceries in her car, she pulled out of the parking lot and she was at a stop light and her blood pressure went down to 40/20 and her left lung colapsed . The hospital is saying that she Over Dosed on Benzodiazopines. and it was a Suicide attempt. I know for a fact she was not trying to commit suicide as she is getting her daughter back soon and would not do that to her. She also takes Lamictal , Topamax, Gabapentin, Sanada or Sonada for sleep, Remron, IB profen , prozac and Tramadol. and clonidine . ...might be missing a couple but not sure. These are the ones I know of. Would and of these show up as a false positive in a drug test at the hospital ER? please let me know, this could mean she wont get her daughter back, and this little girl is very troubled and needs her Mother. Thank you so much for you time. | Hi, thanks for the query. Your friend is prescribed a lot of medications (I am not sure for what plethora of conditions) & I need to understand the exact reasons that she is taking so many medications. Secondly, maximum permissible dose of Geodon (ziprasidone) is 120\u00a0mg per day. In overdose, Gordon uses a condition called as QT prolongation which can manifest as lowering blood pressure & collapse (which your friend suffered). She is also taking clonidine which also decreases blood pressure & collapse due to syncope. Her other medications like topiramate are rarely associated with activation of suicidal ideas. Hence, we need to reassess her to decide whether she really needs all these medications. You can get back to me if you need further help. Good luck |
I have been coughing for six months now, after two months of coughing i went to the clinic and i was told it was bronchiotis and i was given 10 injections and some aral medicine. this just cooled the cough but it didnt cure completely. a month later i went back to the clinic and an X-ray was taken, but it didnt show any thing and i was told my lungs are ok,hence the doctor just gave me some anti biotic.my cough reduced but not completely cured again. i went bank now in the 6th month, and the doctor examined my chest and again told me that the lungs were ok.and i was told the problem was bronchiotis and resparatory infection,and i was give 7 injections and aral medicine.i have just finishe the medicine, and i am still feeling like i am not completely cured, though i now feel much better,So please can the doctors tell me what exactly is wrong with me | Hi, As your complaint is since long it requires some investigation to come on proper diagnosis. Apparently it looks allergic bronchitis but many a time in Eosinophilic one gets this type of long-standing bronchitis. Go for complete blood checking like TC, DC, ESR and Eosinophil count. If Eosinophilic is there then simple one course of Di ethyl Carbamide for 7-10 days will give you complete cure. Go for deep breathing exercises daily. Ok and take care. |
I had a tooth filled sept 24 it abcessed I developed a cough shortly after was put on antibiotics had to have tooth pulled last wk but still had chronic cough ..Im very asthmatic nothing is working for cough a d now metallic taste aftertaste when I cough | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. You were having infected tooth and this can cause aspiration of pus in the lungs and development of lung Infection. So we should get done chest x-ray to rule out lung infection as a cause for your coughing. Your metallic taste is due to antibiotics you are taking. If chest x-ray is normal than no need to worry much for cough. Take antihistamine and anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
i believe that if fainted from low bp. i hit my head, causing multiple lacerations, and then had a seizure. 4 days later i had another seizure. i was started on keppra 500mg twice a day. no more seizures in 4 months. how will i know when i can get off this medicine. i dont like the side effects, but have been told they are less then many ani-sizure medicines. | Dear Kendra is one of the best treatment for epilepsy because it has less side effects than any other anti-epileptic Chat Doctor. Anyway the decision to stop taking medication is on your neurologist and It's decided if no seizure occurs for 3 years, at least 2 and if EEG is normal. In my opinion 1000\u00a0mg is a small dosage so you don't have nothing to worry! Wish you all the best, don't hesitate to contact for further questions. |
I am a 25 year old white female. History of thyroid cancer in 2008, had my gallbladder removed in 2011 and I am a type 1 diabetic. What started as sporadic in nature is pretty much consistent. Right after I eat I feel a bubble like feeling on my left side that goes down to my lower ribs. If I eat it is more obvious but its almost always there now, just easier to feel after eating. It is not fixed by taking a gas reliever and it is not painful, just weird and uncomfortable. | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your quarry. It sounds like stomach issue. All this is caused by high acid secretion which is found in gastritis, HERD or hiatus hernia. These disorders can cause such difficulties, and you should do gastrostomy to evaluate this. Symptoms that are experienced in such conditions are pain and tightness in upper stomach, bloating, breathing difficulties, heartburn, feeling of lump and sore in throat, gurgling sound in throat, fatigue and loss of appetite. Symptoms are aggravated after meal, long sitting, leaning forward, stress and anxiety. In the beginning this is treated by changing dietary habits. You should avoid alcohol, coffee, smoking, fats and fast food, carbonated Chat Doctor. 1 hour after meal you should not sit or lay. Also lay with elevated upper body. If you are overweight you should do often exercise. Secondly, there are antacid medicines which are usually helpful, you should consult your GP about this. If symptoms persist, you should do gastrostomy and stomach biopsy to verify is there Helicobacter pylori infection which can be treated then. Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help |
I was diagnosed 5 days ago with sinus infection & bronchitis. Have been taking a strong antibiotic since. Sinus problems much better but still residual and still have some wheezing and chest tightness. I have a compromised immune system due to meds for RA and Sjogrens. I also have mild asthma. Due to fly out tomorrow - wonder if its wise. | Hi Ideally, you are not supposed to fly when you are having an Upper respiratory tract infection (such as sinusitis & flu). If it is very necessary, you can follow few measures such as |
I have a 14 year old daughter. She just had a strange issue. She said she hiccuped, felt chest pain, then couldn t breathe and was sitting down. She said she was essentially paralyzed, probably by fear, and then she slid down her desk and on the floor. She has a bump on her eyebrow, cheek, and a chipped tooth. What could have caused this. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of Psychiatric illness like anxiety disorder is more. But better to rule heart and lung related diseases first. So get done ECG and 2d echo to rule out heart diseases. Get done chest x-ray and PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) to rule out lung diseases. If all these are normal then possibility of anxiety disorder is more. So consult psychiatrist and get done counselling sessions. Try to identify stressor in her life and start working on its solution. She may need anxiolytic Chat Doctor. Don't worry, she will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your daughter. Thanks. |
Hi I have a weird Bac, infection that was treated once with pen -vk but came right back in a few days after I was done, The Infec, is in my glands under my jaw and even goes down my neck, but am not sick with anything, I do have two antibiotics right now Doxcycine and Eryth, are these good ? | Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint first you should get properly evaluated for the exact cause of infection and the structures involved. In case if there is swollen lymph nodes then it can be commonly due to infections in head and neck region and resolution in the size of lymph nodes will depend upon the resolution of the infection. If the infection is in the salivary gland then antibiotics will only be advised. Although both doxycycline and erythromycin are efficient enough to treat bacterial infections but should only be taken after a thorough clinical evaluation and a confirmatory diagnosis. In case of lymph nodes a biopsy can be done to rule out the exact cause of swelling while in case of salivary gland a cross-sectional x-ray or an MRI can help in diagnosis of whether there is infection or duct obstruction due to stone formation. Hope this information helps. Thanks and regards. Chat Doctor. |
Okay my left ribcage has like a small dent in it, i always had a small dent in my chest i thought it was a small pectus excavatum but i recenly noticed it was only a small dent on my left ribcage. What could it be? Im a 16 y/o M Thank you for taking your time to read this. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. Pectus excavated is chest wall anomaly, and it is usually asymptomatic. Some patients may have cosmetic problem. It is actually seen since birth but noticed only after 10-11 years. The causes of this can be 1. Congenital malformation2. Vitamin D deficiency3. Calcium deficiency4. Vitamin deficiency etc better not to worry about this as it is asymptomatic. If you have cosmetic problem than corrective surgery is needed. |
My baby is 2 1/2 months old. He is pooping green since three weeks and the from past three days he is pooping green with small portion of black color stool and also he is fusing while taking feed both time while breastfeeding and bottle feeding. I even changed the nipple size but there is no effect. He is taking 400ml per day maximum. I went to see the doctor he prescribed him Phena syrup three times a day and also colicaid. 1-i wanted to know that phena syrup is used for what? Can I follow what doctor has prescribed? 2-can u plz help me to know what s wrong happening to my baby? I m soo much tensed not getting the satisfactory answer. Also suggest what should I do to make my baby should start taking feed as per his age. Three weeks it s a long time to see such a small baby in hunger. I will be very thankful to you.. | Hi, I am Chat Doctor. 400 ml of top feed along with breastfeed, I think is sufficient for baby. How many times is he passing urine, what is frequency of urine, is baby active or dull, which formula feed or top feed is being given ? What is weight gain of baby during this period. If stools are more watery and large , changing to low lactose or zero lactose formula along with breastfeed may help. Pena Syrup contains promethium used for vomiting and irritability also. If you babies weight gain is appropriate (at least 500 gm in these 3 weeks) , passing urine adequately, no large and watery stools, you can be assured there is no big issue. Otherwise he needs a proper evaluation to pinpoint cause for same. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questionsTake care. |
I have a severe spinal stenosis of the T3 T4 parts of my spine. I am going to hospital on Sunday 30 for an anaesthetic test and will presumably be admitted for surgery. I am now experiencing extreme and almost constant leg shake in my right leg an some in my left leg. Is there any medicine I can ask my GP to give me for this final 10 days or so? | HIT hank for asking to ChatDoctorI really appreciate your concern if you do not have any major problem like sever pain, fever, then you can ask for the medicine otherwise no need to take any medicine for the problem that you have stated here, constant shaking of leg, this could be because of the, functional elements that you might be having, try to keep your stress level very low and no need to worry about this, take care and have nice day. |
Hi I had my gallbladder removed 5 weeks ago after 2-3 weeks I felt great. The last week I have had the worst pains which are coming and going. Below my bellybutton I have a burning sensation if I bend or lift it takes my breath away its that painful, I am also getting sharp stabbing pains to the right hand side of my lower stomach which are coming and going. If I cough, sneeze or am in the car they will appear again they literally make me gasp for breath with the pain but will only last a few seconds. I am meant to be going on holiday on Tuesday, do you think this could be anything to worry about? | Hi.noted history of recent cholecystectomy and post-operative symptoms. It is best if you do a follow-up consult with your surgeon for physical examination and clinical evaluation. Post-operative pain or discomfort usually happens during post-operative course, but pain is tolerable, resolving spontaneously. Even those who has been operated on several years ago, occasionally experiences this. But to be sure, a consultation is best to rule out any underlying or new pathology for the presenting symptoms. Diagnostics and management will be directed accordingly. Analgesics and low fat diet is also recommended. Hope this helps. Good day!!~ Chat Doctor. |
Hi, my 82.5 year old father with a 4- month old pacemaker recently had his gallblatter removed. He was in the hospital for an entire week because he 1) filled up with fluid on his left lung and 2) E. coli was found in his blood. After a week in the hospital he was sent home with a potent antibiotic that is administered via a pic(?). My question....what question(s) should we be asking his infectious doctor and surgical doctors at his one week follow up appointment. Thank you Liz PS. ertapenem IV antibiotic | Hi. I have read your query. It's not common to fluid filled lung and E.cold infection after gallbladder removal. Your fathers' surgery got complicated, and he got E.cold infection from the hospital. You should ask the following questions from your Doctor.1. Should we get a diagnostic pleural tap? (fluid taken from the lungs for analysis)2. Should we get culture and sensitivity test run on the fluid?3. What is the result of the Blood Culture and Sensitivity test?4. Change the antibiotic according to the sensitivity report?5. Ask about a repeat Chest X-ray to see if the fluid has decreased?6. Can your father be put on oral antibiotics according to the sensitivity of E.cold? These are the questions that your doctor should answer as these tests and their results are very important for the health of your father. |
Hi,My name is anusha age 21, from India.i had an unsafe sex with my boy friend on 16 of this month resulted in delay of my periods which occurs on 20th of every month.After using some medicines from two days Yesterday in the noon my periods started with little amount of bleeding and until now i didnt noticed any of the waste blood coming out.I need to know weather there is any chance of pregnancy ?In that case what i have to do to overcome the problem ? | Hello, Thanks for your query. Please get a urine pregnancy test done. And to overcome any problem kindly visit gynecologist to rule out any incomplete abortion. You need to undergo a scan also. I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. In case of any doubt, I will be available for follow-ups. If you like my answer kindly rate my answer and write a review as well. Thank you, Wish you good health. Chat Doctor. Chat Doctor .com/doctors/ |
Im 22 years old with weight 52kgs height 52 .I got my mantoux test done with results 20/22 ,so is that tuberculosis for sure? I get fever upto 104F in evening and upto 100-101F in morning with loss of appetite and vomits on eating .Kindly guide me please coz doctors here are giving different opinions ......thanking you | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Manitou test is now diagnostic of tuberculosis. Only on the basis on Manitou test result, anti-tubercular Chat Doctor. This test is used for only screening purpose. It is just given additional information about having TB infection. So tuberculosis should not be diagnosed by Manitou positive. You symptoms like loss of appetite, evening rise fever, vomiting etc. can be due to intestinal infection. So better to get done blood reports, ultrasound examination of abdomen and chest x-ray to rule out other possible causes. Don't start anti-tubercular |
I have a painful lump above my left hip bone. I m a female and it hurts when I bend down to pick something up and suck in my stomach. I m not sure what this is and how concerned I should be. I only noticed it yesterday when I felt the pain above my hip as I bent down. As I palpated the area I noticed a small lump. | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, A lump above the hip bone which hurts on bending is suggestive of soft tissue swelling. Since, the lump is painful on movement, a muscular origin of the lump is suggested. A clinical assessment of the lump is required. Imaging study of the region will help to determine the site of origin of the lump. An aspiration cytology of the lump will further help to know the site of origin and nature of the lesion. Further management of the lump can be planned after result of investigation is obtained. Consult your primary healthcare provider for further work up. Thanks and take care Chat Doctor. |
My 2year old boy was complaining about upper stomach pain and so I gave him Enterogermina... After a while i gave him some milk which he vommitted (foul smelling) and so i gave him coliza D suspension 5ml... Its been 4 hours now and he has no stomach pain but he drank milk right now which he again vomitted... Please tell me how can make him feel comfortable P.s | Hi, the child could be suffering from Indigestion or gastritis. This causes pain abdomen and vomiting and indigestion. Give your child Syrup Rant ac 1 ml twice daily before feeds. Syrup ODEM 5 ml once daily to prevent nausea and vomiting. Give plenty of fluids in form of juice and ORS solution to keep his HY Chat Doctor. Avoid spicy and oily food. Semi-solid feeds like mashed banana, curd, probiotics like Similar syrup. If he continues with these symptoms, give him antibiotic course like Oflox-Oz twice daily(depending on his weight) for 3-5 days. Keep a check on his |
my 10 month old baby boy has had breathing problems since birth, he has been diagnosed with brain tissue damage and as a result can not use his right hand as a normal baby would, the doctor says its a chest infection but refuses to do an allergy test, - have changed his milk powder today from s26 gold to isomil as I suspect he is allergic to dairy, is there anythin else I can do to help him. He has a lot of phlegm which he can not cough out | It's very important to answer the following questions |
Hello. My name is Tim. I have been having extreme lower stomach pain and constant diahhrea. The pain prevents me from eating and is extreme. It has seemed to settle in my pelvic area all the way around. I went to a GI and had an upper and lower scope. They told me nothing except for moderately inflamed stomach (unexplained). Take pepcid and maalox. No effect of course. None of this happened until I had two back surgeries. A failed laminectomy and a double fusion later in the L4-5 S5-1 discs. They just tell me to go back to my GI (in their group), but it seems a waste of cash since work fired me for my back injury, so no insurance. I am also under psychiatric care for bipolar/manic depressive conditions. Any ideas? I am also getting constant leg and hand cramps/spasms. Sometimes my hand will clamp up and I have to stretch it and wait it out. The leg spasms make me jump out of bed thrashing until it stops. Pls help if possible. It feels like I have a piece of metal lodged in my gut/upper duodenal area. | Dear Tim, I have gone through your case history very carefully. As your upper and lower scope result is normal it seems that nothing is so serious about your gut. The pain and diarrhea can be due to excessive acid secretion. So this can be cured by taking medicines like sanitizing regularly .then as far as your pain and spasm in legs are concern it is because the spinal nerves have been affected by failed laminectomy and later double fusion in L45 and L5S1 region.to get relief from this pain try some home regimen of back muscle relieving exercise like flexion exercise. But certainly you should continue your treatment for Bipolar/manic depressive condition. Otherwise it will aggravate your pain.my best wishes for you in coming days. Thank you. |
Hi ... My mom has been diagnosed with high cretinine levels. Since last 3 months she is on medicines. She has no problem in passing urine and feels hungry too but even with medicines the creatinine level is shooting up. She started with 4.5 level and now it is around 7. The doc says with med it increases but should come down then. In between it came down too a couple of times. But since last 2-3 days it has shoopted up to 6-7 levels. Earlier it was between 5 and 5.5 10 days back. Now doc has suggested renolog med for 3 weeks and see if it comes down else suggested dialysis . Please help as if the med is ok or not. Before renolog he even gave Cudo Forte for 10 days which helped in geeting the levels down from 5.8 to 5.1 | Hello Saurabh, greetings from Chat Doctor.come am Chat Doctor. Your mother has been diagnosed with high creatinine levels recently less than a year, you have not mentioned her blood urea and uric acid levels which is very important in your mothers case. Also, I would like to inquire about her co morbid conditions like diabetes, because we have to rule out any medicinal cause of increase in creatinine. You have not mentioned the age of your mother but if she is less than 50 years then please get ultrasonography of whole abdomen with renal Doppler study, which will rule out any structural abnormality. We have to be sure it is primarily a kidney disease and not secondary to other cause, as if your other have kidney disease then she has to lead very disciplined life also need a lot of support from family members. If she is an established case of chronic kidney disease I ask you to restrict protein in her as it may lead to increase in creatinine. The medicines you mentioned are new supportive medicine which is used to renal health. Although no substantial trials have been publishes, small trials with some patients have revealed it to be beneficial in preserving kidney function and prevent further damage. There is lot to discuss kidney disease and I have tried to give some idea relevant to your mom. For more information discuss with her doctor. Hope Io have been lucid in her approach. Take care |
my testicle is swelling 10 months ago and when i had FNA tb orchitis is the cause and i have taken 8 months tb theraphy the swelling is reduce but i have a stomach cramp, my intestine always disturb and there is a swell on my left abdomen is the stomach and the swelling have any connection with the tb orchtis | Hello Thank you for trusting Chat Doctor Dear you need examination of the swelling to know which plain it is situated(cutaneous, subcutaneous, muscular or intro abdominal etc.), consistency (soft or hard) mobility (mobile or non-mobile), pulsating or reusable, bulging with cough or not etc. Sometimes it may need FNAC, ultrasound etc. then only will come to know the cause for the swelling or what type of swelling. Please consult your surgeon he will examine and treat you accordingly. |
Not every time but most of the time when I sneeze, cough, or when I start to stand up from a sitting position I get a really severe tearing pain in my lower right part of my stomach it has done this for several years an it hurts so bad that your afraid to even move much less sneeze, cough or stand. Can you please tell me why this is? | Hi, It appears to be due to hernia, that is why when that part of intestine is stretched by moving, or sneezing, it is stretched, and you are getting pain. I advise you to consult a surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have U.S.scaling for confirmation. Probably you need to have surgery for complete relief. I usually prescribe a combination of melanic acid and dicyclomine HY Chat Doctor. Thank you. |
Hi. My mom is bipolar, and she doesn t take any medication. So when she gets angry she takes it out on me. Because of this I ve become very sad and almost like emotionally unstable. I ve had trouble sleeping and staying awake. During school its like everything comes back to me of what happens at home and I start crying uncontrollably. She has made it really hard to stay focused and its affecting my grades, social life, happiness, and etc. I don t know what I should do or what s wrong with me. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. Your mom is bipolar, she vents her emotions at you often. Fine. I am not going to sympathize on you because sympathy usually makes people more weak. I can understand your emotions. Furthermore, I suggest you to consult a psychiatrist for your mother and get her treated for bipolar disorder. Furthermore, I also suggest you to shift to a hostel (as an interim measure) only if your mother will be able to manage alone or with others at your home. For the time being I am concerned about your education. Finish your education and after getting a job, you can look after your mother well. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http |
Hi, My ultrasound result shows about my liver as; Normal size with sharp edge and smooth contour, Has brighter parenchymal echo, No evidence of focal liver lesion seen, and finally conclude as fatty liver. What does it mean? What should I do? what are the causes | Hello. Fatty liver is a chronic pathology. The pathology is an excessive accumulation of fat in the liver. Causes related to fatty liver are obesity, alcohol consumption and high cholesterol levels. People with fatty liver must control your weight, avoid alcohol, reduce the intake of fatty foods and practice physical exercise. If you follow the referred recommendations and your doctor controls your cholesterol, GOT and GPT levels in blood , probably you will avoid the appearance of fatty liver complications. I wish you good health.(If the answer has helped you, please indicate this) |
I have had a persistent cough for 4 weeks and was on prednisone. My cough improved a bit with a cough medicine but I am still coughing. I was put on more prednisone and antibiotics. I dont feel much better and my right ear feels blocked occasionally. Any suggestions as to what might be causing this. I am asthmatic. | Hello, Thanks for the query to Chat Doctor. Forum. Cough from 4 weeks, right ear blocked, asthma, As Eustachian tube (in ear have direct connection with throat so any infection of allergy first block this tube) has direct link with throat, so blockage is very common in this area due to allergy. Prednisolone is the most potent steroid, and it should be used only in emergency cases. Anyhow, I suggest you please consult a physician and get his opinion regarding cough, which is from 1 month. May be due to, Tuberculosis, allergy,lung infection with allergy. X-ray chest pa view is necessary. Hope I have answered your question. If further any question I will help. Good luck. |
hi, i had a blood test the other day and the nurse pulled the needle out harsh, i had pain in my whole arm for a while very bad and my arm is bruised and has a cut where the needle was. Ive been getting random bad wrist pains since and when they appear the vein in my wrist goes huge then the pain stops and the vein goes back down. This comes and goes and Im unsure of what it is or if it is something that could be potentially dangerous? | Hello! Welcome on Chat Doctor ! Your symptoms could be related to a pinched nerve, although not typical. For this reason, I recommend consulting with your GP for a physical exam and a nerve conduction study. Some blood lab tests (complete blood count, PCR, sedimentation rate) for inflammation or infection are needed. If these tests result normal, there is nothing to worry about. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Best wishes, |
I m a 71 year old mail, very healthy. twice in the last 6 weeks I ve felt very lightheaded. fainted once and broke a chair. Second slumped to the floor and crawled to a rug where I rested for a minute or two before climbing up on a couch. After @ 20 minutes I got up, feeling fine, rest of the day has been fine. I ve worked without incident. | Hello! Welcome on Chat Doctor ! Your symptoms could be related to different possible causes (low blood pressure, orthostatic hypotension, a cardiac arrhythmia, chronic degeneration of the cervical spine, vertebro-basilar insufficiency, etc.). For this reason, I would recommend consulting with your GP for a careful physical exam and performing some tests |
I m 22 years old, married, and have not been taking any steps to prevent pregnancy. My last period was on Sept. 19. I typically have a period every 4-5 weeks. I took a pregancy test on Oct. 30 and it was negative, but still no period. I don t have any signs of morning sickness, cravings, or the typical pregnancy indicators. The only chronic condition I have is ulcerative colitis. Could I have taken the test too early, therefore getting a false negative? I plan on taking another test on Nov. 7. If I still haven t started my period and I still get a negative pregnancy reading, should I make an appointment with a doctor? | Hello, I have gone through your query. In the current scenario, I would recommend a proper clinical evaluation by an expert along with an estimation of the serum beta-ChatDoctor titles and a trans-vaginal sonogram to know the status of the pelvic organs. This will help to definitely conclude on the status of your possible pregnancy. If negative, you need to think of hormonal imbalances and a possible flare up of your ulcerative colitis causing disrupted cycles. If this is so, specific management is necessary to correct the situation. Maintenance of a healthy weight is very important. Hope your query has been clarified. Wish you good health. |
i was at a party last night had some alcoholic beverages after i had two slices of pizza .this morning the burnint sensation in my chest coming up to my throat woke me my chest burnt so much even my heart started fluctuate i drank some milk n it calm down throughout the day now im getting the burning feeling after eating brown stew fish what do you think is my problem doc please help me thank you much | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion you are having HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). It is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphincter. Because of this, the acid of the stomach tends to come up in the esophagus and cause the symptoms like burning epigastric, central chest pain. So try to follow these steps for better symptomatic relief.1. Avoid hot and spicy food.2. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals.3. Avoid stress and anxiety.4. Start proton pump inhibitor.5. Go for walk after meals.6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent acid reflux.7. Avoid alcohol and smoking if you have these habits. |
I have a daughter who is 15 months old and she has been having this rednes from the anus to the vagina and she itches a lot have tried so many medicines and nothing seems to work,the anti fugal medicines and even creams what might be her problem?Now she has been having diarrhea for the last one month what might be her problem? | Hi...by what you quote I feel that she might be having a condition called Acrodermatitis Enteropathica where in due to zinc deficiency there will be skin changes like what you have mentioned along with diarrhea. The kid might not also gain weight well. If it is simple fungal infection then it should have gotten better with antifungal creams. Moreover, it will not cause diarrhea of 1 month duration like this. I suggest you consult your pediatrician or pediatric gastroenterologist with this tip. Regards - |
Hi Doc I am 21 year old man...and I recently saw this itching spots they appear whitish below and arund my penis I thought I t was something normal so I really didint pay attention to it but Doc its been only a couple of Weeks and they have spred widely and I think its getting serious...I need help | Thank you for query. It may be due to fungal infection. Please take following precautions. Use loose cotton clothes. Keep area Chat Doctor. Clean area with warm water twice daily. Apply antifungals like clotrimazole cream. Take oral antifungal like fluconazole 150 mg weekly once for 4 weeks. Check for diabetes if any and have a good control to prevent recurrence. Treat the partner also with antifungals. Consult doctor if it does not subside. You can get back to me for any clarifications with the photos. |
I have mainly lower jaw pain that come on just maybe once every day or two and then leaves after about an hour but my jaw joints remain a little tender. My lower front teeth ache and my top front teeth ache also. I visit the dentist every six months and I also sleep with a cpap machine but the pain seems to come on in the evening | Hello, There are some possibilities that come to mind |
My Mom had galbladder surgeory and one kidney removed in May due to a mass on the kidney. When she went back for her check up there was a mass on the liver in stage 4, she had chemo for 9 wks we were informed that the treatment did not reduce the mass when she began treatment the mass was 12cm now it is 13cm and the mass has spreaded to the stomach , they began a chemo treament with Avastin. What does this medicine do and will it help. | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor, thank you for your query.it is chemotherapeutic which fight against tumor cells. Unfortunately it won't cure and results are not so good It may only prolong his life for several weeks or months, but also sometime it is not helpful at all. However, she should take it as doctors recommended since this is the only way to fight against his disease. Wish you good health. Regards. |
A week ago tomorrow I had four teeth pulled including a wisdom tooth that was ajacent to a rotten tooth. This required stitches both of the stitches have fallen out but I have a long piece of skin hanging that resembles chicken fat that seems to still be attached to the socket. | Hello, Welcome Thanks for consulting Chat Doctor, I have gone through your query, as you have mentioned that you have undergone extraction now you feel like skin hanging from socket don't worry it is Periodontal flap of tooth extracted. Do warm saline gargle two - three times a day. Take proper antibiotic course prescribed by your dentist. Consult your dentist again for Follow up after one week. Hope this will help you. |
Hi, I have a really dark area around the corner of my mouth - its quite large on one side of my mouth. Its not on the lips or on the upper lip (moustache area). Its really noticeable. Is it because of the chapped lips I had? It isnt sore/painful. What can I/should I use? consult any good ointment | Hello than for consisting at Chat Doctor. Natural home remedy using 1) lemon juice and turmeric powder |
hello. lately,almost a week now i guess, i keep having slight fever/feel uncomfortable every evening onwards. By uncomfortable i mean my body feels kinda warm especially around the neck area. My head feels slightly heavy as well. No coughing, no flu or whatever.im having my final exams anyway. can this be related to exam stress or something else? quite worry.thanks. | Hi, Thanks for writing your query. After reading your post, it seems that you are having your symptoms seems to be due to excessive straining of neck muscles while studying. This can be due to wrong posture while studying. Following precautions will be helpful |
Is BP reading of 143/63 normal,This is of my mothers who is 57yrs old and has diabetis and hyperthyroid and BP too.From last three days she is not feeling like having food and has vomiting once/twice a day.the last 2 days the BP reading were normalBut today morning it was found 143/60 when tested at home. | Hello, Very high blood pressure can cause vomiting, However the blood pressure reading you have mentioned w should not cause vomiting. The 2 most probable reasons are. Diabetes related. Keto acidosis. If the diabetes is very high or rather if it's staying in control but continuous vomiting with no intake of food and decreased water. Just check ketone in her urine. A strip is available at all medical stores. A bad stomach. If there is history of food at an outside joint, abdominal cramps and some change in stool consistency. I would pursue that you visit your family doctor as its already 3 days. Regards Chat Doctor. |
hi i am 63 year old man i have lack of facial hair no hair apart from head and genital area. i am slightly overweight and have developed breasts. i get frequent aching in right groin and right testes. i have always been in good health. do i have a testes problem do you think | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I can understand. Aging is the process of slackening of muscles, especially tight muscles of chest and other areas slackens, and you feel them as development of breasts. Your pain should be investigated by a physician. Please consult a physician. If you still need my assistance in this regard, please use this link. http |
I have slight harden bloody nose. would that be a sign of lung cancer??? 76 yrs old, copd diagnosis, smoked until 6.5 years ago. worked with molten plastic and also on a knife bevel lathe, both with out protection. Am on 2 level oxygen. grew up in a smoking household, most members of my family were smokers, I am only one with a problem. | Hi, Thanks for writing in. A slight hardened nose is unlikely to be a lung cancer. Symptoms of lung cancer might include the following. Cough which does not improve on treatments of weight more than 10 percent in 2 monthsBlood in sputum which cannot be explainedLumps around the exchange in voiceRegular respiratory infectionPlease get a cancer screening done at your nearest hospital and also have chest X-ray done. Please do not worry. |
hi, my mother started facing problem while talking.Earlier there was no problem at all...but from last 3-4 days while speaking her tounge gets stable for1-2 seconds & thus she can t speak clearly.I am bit worried coz don t know what to do??...she is diabetic n BP patient | Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms of your mother can be related to peripheral neuropathy due to diabetes. I suggest trying an anti-inflammatory medication such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms. If the symptoms continue, I suggest using a prescription painkiller such as Gabapentin. Hope my answer was helpful. If you have further queries feel free to contact me again. Kind regards! Chat Doctor. |
Not sure how to describe this pain area but I have an awful pain in the lower buttocks area not the muscle but the bone. Its not hemorrhoids but whenever i sit its a pressure that is at times unbearable to handle also I use the restroom regular so its not constipation. Can you tell me what can possibly be or what type of exam must I request | Hi, Thanks for your query. You are suffering from coccydynia- inflammation of the bony area (tailbone or coccyx)Cure for your coccyx pain-1. Use a well-padded seat when sitting and avoid long periods of sitting when possible.2. Do site bath-take warm water in a tub and sit in this. It will relax the muscles around the coccyx.3. Do exercises that will strengthen your tailbones supporting muscles and stretch ligaments near the pain. Consult a physiotherapist for this. Therapists may perform a combination of |
I have of sever abdominal pain. I work swing shift so he ate lunch at 8pm which consisted of a peanut butter and honey taco wrap. I had a bowel movement at noon but not since then. I puke bile when I go to try and use the bathroom for a bowel movement. I m assuming due to trying to force it. Symptoms occurred about a half hour after lunch. what could this be? | Hi, Severe pain in abdomen associated with vomiting bile after lunch should not be ignored. I would advise you the following in such a situation to confirm or rule out any cause. Rush to the nearest Hospital or ER. X-ray of abdomen in standing position. Ultrasonography of abdomen and pelvis. Tests of blood, stool and urine. Clinical evaluation by a Doctor, preferably a General Surgeon can help to get the probable diagnosis and to be correlated with investigations. If there is a surgical cause like intestinal obstruction or perforation you may need surgery. IF the cause is medical like gastroenteritis or so then medical management will help you. Maintain HY Chat Doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
I have firm knot to the right of my spine in my mid to lower section of my back not painful to the touch although I do get lower back pain sometimes but I am am not that active and I have not tried to rehab this at all I fell a couple years ago and messed up my back I think not sure if it s serious or not should I be worried if it s not something that s chronic high level of pain | Hi thank you for trusting ChatDoctorI read your query and understand your concerns don't see reason to be worried too muchAnyway further evaluation is needed In my opinion your symptoms lead to minor discography problems or muscular disorder A thoracic-lumbar CT scam will clarify the cause of your painMeanwhile NSAID are recommended to avoid pain Hope I have been of helps healthyRegards Chat Doctor. |
have a sharp pain on the upper section in the right breast arm goes num at least twice over night had follow up mammograms for at least three years every six months and was told it was fibrosis had a ultra sound perform and the lump is still there cut on the caffene completly | Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. It looks like a suspicious mass lesion in the breast for which your doctor asked for a followup mammograms/ultrasound.2. If you still feel the lump and pain - approach to the same doctor with a fresh ultrasound (to find out the extension of the lesion)3.then the needful action will be taken.4. Yes, if required an excision/mastectomy -complete or partial depends on the involvement and type of the lesion. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you. |
My son bumped his mouth with his arm and a hot wheel car. Now the gum above his front tooth is hanging and bloody and I can see the upper part of his tooth that would normally be concealed by his gum. Does he need to see the dentist or will this heal on its own? I feel that a flap of gum would not just reattach itself and probably needs a stitch ... | Hello Welcome to ChatDoctorYou didn't mention age of your child. It's really important to consult your dentist because if child is 10-13, teeth are in erupting stage & trauma at that time may lead to developmental anomaly in eruption. One thing is very clear that your child has got a soft tissue injury & has lost some bone covering. So It's necessary to consult dentist for getting stitches if required. Along with that antibiotic & analgesics are required. Also do take care of his oral hygiene. Take Disregards Chat Doctor. |
Hello, My name is Greg. I am 29 years of age. Ive been having chest pains since Friday on and off, and my left arm has been feeling weird, like a tingling feeling at times. My mental health doctor was concerned because the last time I was there he said my blood pressure reading was 138/100. Im curious because my dad has heart problems, and my dads dad passed from a massive heart attack. Thank-You Greg | Hello Gregory for your father. As you described your chest pain that is radiating to left arm. Generally chest pain of constricting or squeezing type with radiation is likely to be pain from heart. But the sensitivity and specificity of symptoms are very low to confirm the diagnosis. As you have family history and your diastolic BP and you did not mention regarding other high risks like smoking, dyslipidemia, BMI. So in my opinion, kindly contact Physician and get an ECG done to rule out any heart pathology. Thank you. |
I had a sharp swelling pain on my left heel yesterday. It happened in intervals. It disappeared and after dinner it reappeared again.i had to release gas and go to the bathroom and it disappeared again. But after years I felt like I had bp again. Checked it was 154/68 | Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have intermittent and sharp heel pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query Achilles tendon rupture, bursitis, fibromyalgia, gout, plantar fasciitis, rheumatoid arthritis or tendinitis. I would suggest you to Chat Doctor. Consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination. Doctor may order x-ray, CT scan and physical examination. Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant, anti-inflammatory or sometimes recommend surgery to correct the deformity. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, |
Hi, I am a 50-year old female. 4 days ago, I slipped and fell. I hurt my back and have been asked to be on a 6-weeks bed rest and to wear a back brace throughout this period (x-ray says the my bone got slightly move due to the fall). However, since the fall I have been having stomach pains, which hasn t diminished in 4 days. Is it because I have been taking calcium tablets and should stop them? Or it is somehow related to the fall? | Hi, In my opinion you don't have to worry at all that is very common with all patients using painkillers or analgesic containing NSAIDs you may need to use an alternative or decrease the dosing and use it when needed or just decrease it from 3 times per day to 2 or such that won't affect your treatment it may cause less analgesia and by the way calcium tabs doesn't cause gastric pathology. I recommend using sanitizing before meals which may help some say olive oil, milk, yogurt helps with gastric acidity also Maalox sachets now are available. Please consider some positive feedback if the information was helpful. Hope the above information helps you. Any further clarifications feel free to ask. |
I was diagnosed with mono in July-3rd time I ve had it. I continue to have swollen, painful lymph nodes in my neck, headache that is not my typical migraine & not relieved with acetaminophen or Ibuprofen, extreme fatigue, fever, night sweats (may be premenopausal), bruises on abdomen one that was particularly bad & left a knot, right lower back flank pain. Ive had fibromyalgia for years but this is something different. Family doctor continues to say mono. Help ?! | Hi madam...first you should know that painful lymph node swollen with fever doe snot mean accurate infectious mononucleosis...mononucleosis is caused by virus called ABV ...its symptoms is fever headache Blanche, fatigue, sore throat, painful swollen lymph node ....my advice to you to do investigation for that...test monospot test and ABV hydrophilic abs test, and you must know that abs test not appear except after 3rd week.....investigations is required to be assured for diagnosis as these symptoms may be caused by bacterial infection also.....don't worry about that and take plenty of fluids bed rest and follow investigative test.....take care of your health...thanks for contacting us |
Goodmorning docotorWhom I concernI got chest pain from last two months i went normal clinic but I can not cured final doctor referring me for general physician he sant for ct scan now I got my repot from radiologist after that he suggest me to met onclogiset | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of lung cancer is more. Lung cancer can cause chronic chest pain. And lung cancer is detected by CT thorax. So your general physician referred you to oncologist (cancer specialist) after CT thorax. Your might be having lung cancer on CT thorax, so your physician referred you to oncologist for further pain management. So consult oncologist and start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
thtr | Hi welcome to Chat Doctor. Shape, texture,outline of uterus normal & same for the myometrium. So fibroid or other growth is not there.ovaries are normal.no fluid in Cul de Sac means you have no pelvic inflammation. Irregular cycle may be due to various reasons depending upon what type of irregularity it is. Depending upon the history a gynecologist can elaborate the causes.don't worry.1\u00a0month irregular bleed is not uncommon. May be physiological also. Good luck. |
I am active, healthy and strong, just turned 51, female, exercise class twice a week, pretty busy, no allergies or medications. For the past two weeks my muscles and joints are achy and actually hurt. They feel stiff like I did a new exercise and then did not stretch. Have a big red bump that I thought was a black fly bite, it is sore and hard on my shin like I bumped it. Does not look like a tick bite. Any ideas why the aches? | Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have muscle & joint pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like bursitis, gout, infectious diseases, tendinitis or fibromyalgia. I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test like blood test, check vitals, take history and physical examination. Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant, anti-inflammatory along with vitamin supplement and physical therapy. For now take proper rest, apply warm compresses and Chat Doctor. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, |
Hi, My name is Leeanne. I have had a hard lump grown on the inside of my left knee. It protrudes out more when I bend it. Diameter 2cms. I did have xrays on it years ago because I had pain.I had played a lot of sport years ago & still to this day I bend down a lot in my work. I have even in my insteps on my feet have lumps on them due to driving continuesly. Just reading & looking up Bursitis. I know its not a fluid sac because it feels like a bone. Thankyou . | Hello I have studied your case. There is possibility of bursa leading to knee swelling. MRI or ultrasound knee will help in diagnosis. If bursa is painful surgical excision is treatment. If you want temporary relief intramural injection can be given which will give long term pain relief. There may be recurrence of pain after injection. Consult your doctor for investigation and treatment. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care. |
well i dont konw if it has to do with bronchtis but tonight while sleeping i woke up to an intense pain right underneath my left breast. it is like an intense pain right underneath. it hurts more when i take deep breaths. i was wondereing if it could be from being sick cuz i do have the flu so whats going on?? im so scared!! | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Yes, bronchitis can cause chest pain. Bronchitis can cause pleurisy (inflammation of pleura) and this can cause chest pain on breathing. But in my opinion, we should rule out heart diseases because you are having midnight left sided severe chest pain which is more common in heart diseases. So first get done ECG and 2d echo. If both these are normal then no need to worry about heart diseases. Take simple painkiller and anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. This will also give symptomatic relief.Don't worry, you will be alright but first rule out heart diseases. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
My daughter has been on two different medications for strep . She does not have any symptoms other than a small cough and constant clearing of her throat. When she goes to volleyball practice and they do conditioning, she has having asthma attacks. The Dr. said her lung capacity is good. He put her on Cefdinir and she took it for 12 days. She has now been off of the Cefdinir for 5 days and today she had worse asthma attacks at practice. What is going on? She takes zyrtec, singulair and an inhaler ever day. | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor, After going through your daughters' history she has asthma and recently suffered a chest infection, post infection her asthma may have worsened and requirement of anti-inflammatory and bronchodilator Chat Doctor. She should monitor her condition with an instrument called PEER meter with the help of chest Physician and treatment can be modified accordingly she may require a course of oral corticosteroids for this acute episode. Please do not worry she will improve soon. Please continue preventive medicines and worsening can be treated easily and this is the nature of the disease to have acute attacks and then remission. Please take care Good Luck |
I am taking letrozole for almost 3 months now after my mastectomy as I was diagnosed with Stage 1 breast cancer. I have bleeding in my gums, several times a day, even as I wake up and I gargle there are blood clots which means I have bleeding gums even while asleep. What does this mean? Thank you | Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor. I read your query. Metronome is actually a hormonal therapy used for blood cancer in post menopausal women. Among its other effects are vaginal bleeding and gum bleeding. You need to consult your physician if you can have some change in medicine (which is highly unlikely). Maintain good oral hygiene. Brush twice daily using extra soft brush and toothpaste with tannin acid. Take healthy diet with iron, vitamin C. Ask your physician for multivitamin and mineral supplants for you. Use mouthwash twice a day. Rinse well after eating. Visit your dentist every 3-6 months and get oral prophylaxis regularly. Massage gums with a mild gum paint or mustard oil for healthy circulation. Hope the answer helps you. Thank you! |
Dear sir, i am from bangladesh. my mother who is 43 years old. she is suffering from CIDP . she has weakness in both limb for 2 years and geadually progressing weakness. doctor prescribe prednisolon and plasma exchange. prednisolon is continuing but plasma exchange has not yet done. her symtoms is increasing day by day . what should i do now. please suggest . my e mail id YYYY@YYYY | Hi, Thank you for posting your query.CDP (chronic inflammatory desalinating polyradiculoneuropathy) is an autoimmune disease, which results in weakness of all four limbs, including legs and arms. However, there are excellent treatments available to treat this condition. Corticosteriods are helpful in most, however, those who do not improve or worsen with steroids, should receive better treatment. These include plasmapheresis and immunoglobulins. These are safe treatments and are available in most good centers. Please discuss this with your neurologist. I hope it helps. Please get back if you require any further information. Best wishes, Chat Doctor. Ly/ |
Just noticed spots on my 7 year olds front and back -- red spots with white top....almost looks like tiny scrapes. No fever. Some sneezing but not much. No real cold symptoms. Has complained, without vigor about earache once or twice and sore throat once. Tonsils and Adenoids have been removed. | Hi, I understand your concern. The red spots with white headed on your 7-year-old boy s front and back are due to skin infection. Please send a photo of the red spots to me for further evaluation and a more specific advice. Keep good local hygiene, wash with water and antibacterial soap. Apply antibiotic ointment locally (e.g. juridic acid). If no improvement, consult further with dermatologist. Wish fast recovery. |
My upper back and neck sometimes crack when I breathe in heavily. Also If I just slightly tilt my back to the right it will crack (the amount varies) should I be worried and see someone or is this normal? I take adderall and I know that can cause stiffness... | Hello, The crackling sound what you hear is due to spondylitis of the joints in the neck and spine, although you have not told me your age. It is a common condition in patients aged above forty. The diagnosis can confirm on x-rays after consultation with your physician. In the meanwhile, you can start physiotherapy with gentle spinal strengthen ING exercises. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hi, my name is jaan from UAE. i am 37 years old married person. i have some weakness in my sexual life. 1st my pines size is 4.5 inches. 2nd, my pines is not come hard during intercourse. 3rd, i discharge very quickly. please give me some advise to get my site back. thanks | HelloThanks for your query, based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have problem of Erectile Dysfunction and Premature Ejaculation . In absence of any major health issue cause of ED and Premature Ejaculation is mind related and due to what is a called as Performance anxiety. Following measure will help you to boost up your confidence and getting good erection. And delay ejaculation.1) Practice regular exercise for 45 minutes followed by meditation for 1/2 an hour in the morning.2) Take high protein diet rich in vegetables and fruits and vitamin A, C,D, E.and Zinc3)Take anti oxidants like Almonds 5-6 every day.4) Avoid alcohol and smoking. Taking medications Sildenafil(Viagra) on demand will help to get good hard erection and delay ejaculation. Please consult your family Physician to get prescription and to know timing and dosage of the Chat Doctor. |
Dear Sir, my son is two years and 3 months old. I still breast feed him but only at night. He does not eat any food with interest and I have to force him to do so. His weight is 10.2 kg. and height is 88 cms. According to my doctor I must stop breast feeding him and then immediately start these medicines for improving his weight. The medicines are Syp Sucrafil DS 5 ml twice and Syp Neogadine Mikros 5ml twice. Please suggest me whether if these two medications are safe and should I give them after stopping the breast feeding. Can I continue to breast feed him at night or stop. Please advise me. | If you ask me. Its absolutely normal to continue breastfeeding. It is advantageous both to you and your baby. His weight should be more than 12 kg, height is within normal range. Give him Nero Granules once daily in morning for 1 month. SYR Capon 5 ml once daily for 15 days. Both this will his wellbeing and appetite. Child Chat Doctor. Try to feed him from your plate while you are feeding instead of running after him with some tasteless boiled food. |
Is it bad for an 8 year old boy to sleep with a large fan (on high) about a foot away from the bed (all night long)? My boyfriend allows his son to sleep like this each night and I personally dont think it is a good thing, but wanted to get an expert opinion. | Hi. It depends on each person's preferences. Each person has a different metabolism based on which his/her preference for surrounding temperature and air flow changes. The person in question is in the best position to judge what he wants. So you may ask the boy what he prefers and how he is feeling after getting up in the morning. In summer, when weather is hot, there is nothing wrong in seeping near the fan with high speed. In winters and other days when it is cold, it's better to avoid high speed fan as it may cool the body too much and predispose to infections. |
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