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I just started a new medication carvedilol 12.5 along with on going med . benazpril hcl 10 mg & amlodipine 5 mg. Have experienced light headedness and tired. Took med about 11/2 hrs ago. B/p is 124/56 is the 56 dangerous and do I need to see a doctor? | Hello! Thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! I understand your concern and would explain that your diastolic blood pressure is below the normal limits, which is indicative of low blood pressure (your symptoms confirm this). This changes may be related to your antihypertensive therapy, though all these Chat Doctor. I recommend consult with your attending physician to perform a physical examination, a resting ECG and a cardiac ultrasound (to exclude any possible cardiac related cause of low diastolic blood pressure). If your cardiac ultrasound is normal, you should discuss with your doctor the possibility of making some changes to your antihypertensive therapy, to avoid further diastolic blood pressure decrease. Meanwhile, I recommend taking plenty of fluids and laying down. Hope to have been helpful! Best wishes, |
Dear Sir/Madame, Im writing to you because I was diagnosed with ureaplasma urealyticum abroad (routine STD testing) - no symptoms. I was prescribed seemingly strong antibiotics (looking at what other diseases it is used to treat), doxycyclin. I have learned that in some countries this is not considered an STD since its presenton 70% of people. I also found a study online that advises against treating ureaplasma without any symptoms (because of the development of bacteria resistance), but also found articles that says that its a very dangerous infection which can lead to infertility or joint problems. So Im properly confused as what to do about it. Should I take the antibiotics? What about my partner? I dont want to develop antibiotics resistance either, or well I dont want the bacterias in me to do that at least. Can you please share your thoughts about this with me? Thank you, S | Hello, Urea plasma urealyticum is a common bacterium that lives in the vagina. Usually, it does not cause any problems, and while it has been suspected to cause many kinds of infection, it is hard to say whether these bacteria were responsible, or if it was due to another bacteria. While it is possible that it could cause an infection that would lead to infertility or many other problems, if you are not having any symptoms, such as vaginal discharge, fever, or pain, then it is not causing any damage, and there is no reason you need to treat it. So I would recommend not taking the antibiotics unless you have any symptoms that suggest an infection. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor. |
Is it possible for a sacroiliac joint sprain to cause numbness/tingling in the calf and the second toe? This tingling didn t really start until I went to the chiropractor and he adjusted me. The adjustment did someone help with the pain but now my right calf is constantly tingling whenever I sit. | Hello, As you have been diagnosed with sacroiliac joint dysfunction you need to take up the call of a multi-specialty team approach which includes an orthopedist and a physiotherapist. You may be advised to take the MRI of the Lumbar spine which will help us understand if any nerve root entrapment is present or not. If so then the symptoms you mentioned above about tingling and pain in the calf muscle should be due to the nerve root entrapment. Usually, in my clinical practice of 12 years, a multi-specialty team approach of orthopedist and physiotherapist has helped the patient regain maximum outcome score. Exercise plays a crucial role in the sacroiliac joint dysfunction and helps improve the quality of life. Exercises will be guided by a physiotherapist after a team discussion on your case. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Jay In Chat Doctor. |
hi doctor, would u tell me pl. on a cat bitten case to my child (6 yrs age) two days ago by a known cat who have been watched since that day. he just scratched by his nail or teeth having a little bit of blood . my question is shall i only watch the cat for 14 days whether he is affected by the fatal disease or showing any symptoms of infection , then go for the treatment.. | Hello, Your child was scratched by a cat and should receive anti rabies vaccine. There are 5 doses of vaccine which need to be given over a period of a month. If the cat is under observation and is fine after 10 days then your child need not receive the remaining doses. But you cannot take a risk of observing the cat first and then starting treatment. Rabies is a highly deadly disease and once a person is affected with it, there is no definitive cure. Hope that helps. Preeti |
I am MD FARUK ANSARI,AGE 21+,74 KG WT & 5FT 8 INCHS HEIGHT.LAST 5 MONTHS I FACE SOME SEXUAL PROBLEM .NORMALLY I AM OK.BUT WHEN I GET A LITTLE SEXUAL EXITEMENT,SEMEN IS COMING OUT .ONLY SEMEN NOT SPURM.BUT MY SEXUAL POWER IS VERY STRONG AND SEXUAL EXCITEMENT GROW MORE TO MORE NOW.SO,I WANT TO KNOW ,IS IT A PROBLEM OR NOT? | Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. No Farouk it is not a problem, but it is lack of masturbation. If you regularly practice masturbation you will ejaculate your sperm. But if you do not do than it will accumulate and will discharge with slight arousal. So in my advice you are not having any disease. Regular masturbation practice can solve all your problem. Masturbation is not at all harmful indeed it is beneficial. So start doing it. Only thing you have to take care for is the hygiene. Please do it with clean hand. You can eat the antioxidant food like fruits green leafy vegetables etc. This will help boost the semen and sperm count. Take enough sleep, avoid stress. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/ Chat Doctor. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious diseases specialist, ChatDoctor. |
i had been advised with epilex chrono 500 mg twice a day and was taking the tablets from June 2003 to November 2007- From December 2007 to Jan. 2009, once a day. Now the gums of my mouth has gone and almost i lost half the numbers of teeth.... i saved four teeth by grafting and almost every sixth month, a tooth problem recurs. My dentist say it is because of the prolonged treatment for epilepsy...tell me whether this is true .....now i am not suffering with seizures. Iam aged 51 years....not taking medicines on any continuous treatment...but now suffering with liver enlargement and gall bladdr stones.. feel totaly depressed of my health problems...please tell me how to get rid of all the problems | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I am Chat Doctor, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can. Your symptoms may be suggestive of gallbladder stones, so you should do at least ultrasound or CT scan to evaluate it more accurately. This is caused by stone in bile duct and is very common condition. Stones are seen more commonly in obese people and those with diabetes. You need to change your dietary habits first. Need to avoid fried food, carbonated Chat Doctor. You should eat more milk products, vegetables and boiled food. If there is no improvement on lifestyle or dietary changes, then surgery is recommended. Other causes include pancreatitis or pleuordinia and should be considered if gallbladder stones are ruled out. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. |
My daughter went to Mozambique Africa for 3 months. While there she began getting abscesses on various parts of her body. Since returning home last week, she has gotten another one. She was prescribed 4 different antibiotics while in Africa. They obviously havent gotten rid of the source, which we expect to be a parasite or staph infection. Once returning to the States, she had blood and stool tests done to check for parasites. All negative. Had a culture taken of an abscess to check for staph. Negative. Im trying to find out how a person determines the source of these recurring abscesses so we can solve this problem. | HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor She should consider seeing an infection control specialist. They are doctors that specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of infections. They should be able to help determine what is causing the repeated infections. Your doctor should be able to refer her to one, or she can locate one in her area using Healthgrades, ZocDoc or WebMD physician directory. I hope this helps |
Ive had col rectal cancer chemo radiation then surgery then more chemo ports resections etc... now my eyes are very swollen so i had a T4 FREE 3.13 H TSH .01 L return. I dont feel good. is this Graves disease? Dr office not called me back yet so i picked up my lab report | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your TSH is low and T4 is high, so you have hyperthyroidism. You should take treatment of that. Propylthiouracil or carbimezole can be useful. It is prescription based medicine so consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Moreover, if you have any thyroid swelling then go for ultrasound neck to look for the cause. 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 have a thick, reddish-brown slime on my tongue after having a tooth extracted. Ive cleaned my tongue off with a tongue-brush multiple times today and it keeps returning. Im concerned that my gums might still be bleeding slightly, or that this is an early sign of infection. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The thick reddish slime on the tongue could be because of the bleeding from the extraction socket. Consult an oral physician to rule out bleeding from the extraction site. You can keep a cotton dipped (squeezed in saline) over the extraction socket for 30\u00a0min by biting on the cotton. This prevents any bleeding from the socket. I hope my answer will help you, take care. |
Hi dr, I was down with viral last week and was under medication. I was diagonized negative for dengue and typhoid . However the dr said my liver was slightly affected and i should go for a liver test after the course of medicine. Which I plan to tomorrow. I now I have loose motions for the last 5 days and still a little weak. Is there possibility of jaundice ? | Hello Santa. You show know that Jaundice is just a symptom and not the disease. It would largely benefit us if we could have a look at your blood reports and help in directing you to the right test. This is the season for Dengue due to the weather, but viral infections' life Dengue have an impact on your platelets. Platelets are a parameter found in your blood, which can easily be detected in a routine CBC investigation (which is the most common and basic investigation). The Liver is affected in most viral infections. Typhoid has many other symptoms like diarrhea (pea soup stool), a rash, and a step-ladder pattern of fever. You could get an abdominal scan, called a USG Abdomen and pelvis, which could help determine the condition of the liver and other organs in the abdominal cavity. You could also go for an LFT (liver function test) and a Hepatitis profile, which could also cause symptoms of Jaundice (yellowing of skin, conjunctiva, etc.) Also, do let me know which medications you were prescribed. |
im 15 and im findig it hard to do anything. iv been really down for the past 2 years and i havent done anything about it, i cant talk to my parents and my friends just think that im like anyother kid, but i know im not. im thinking like i said about suicide and i know im NOT going to go through with it. deffinatelly not. i just feel so helpless and needy lately. I really want to know whats wrong with me | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. The description you are giving here do correspond to mental distress or disorder. You are just 15, and you are a kid definitely. Not matured enough or matured enough and seen life. But you must also understand these symptoms also happen due to disappointment in life. Disappointment happen when something negative happens and catch us unaware. Imagine, suddenly you are fired from your current job position. Disappointment triggers stress, anxiety, apprehension, lethargy, irritation, anger, suicidal thinking and all these emotions do trigger tiredness. Therefore, do not conclude yourself. Please consult a psychologist or If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http |
I dont have a health query.. Rather i guess its a mental problem. I am a 28years old girl married happily married. I hav a mother and a sister who are dependent on me. My husband wants to settle outside.. So he expects me to go along with him while my mother and sister want i dont go and stay with them as they consider his devision to be wrong. My husbandcwants to move outside as it will boom his career. I am in the middle of this and undergoing huge amount of tension and sometimes thinking of attempting suicide as am unable to take my devision. I dont know what to do as both are equally important people in my life. I am stuck. Please help me out | Hello are a 28 years old married female and are in dilemma for care of your mother and about your husbands' carrier. You are in chronic stress and this is causing depressive features in you. The depressive features are the reason behind huge tension and suicidal thoughts. If you are not able to find any solution to these problems then I would advise you to please consult a marriage counselor. Visit a psychiatrist for suicidal thoughts as it may be a sign of severe depression. Thanks |
I have had pain in the left calf for about a year. I had an ultrasound but nothing showed. Now, I have swelling and pain in the same ankle. Yesterday, I went swimming and when I went to kick my left leg hurt soo bad in the calf. what could this be? Is the ultrasound full proof finding a blood clot? | Hello, As ultrasound sound scanning is good for finding any blood clot in the calf region. Since its negative I think you may have a muscle imbalance which is not allowing the biomechanics of the muscles of the leg to have a proper contraction. I will advise you to start the balance board training is one, then try doing reverse jogging, reverse walking, and picking the marbles with the help of the toes. This will help improve the muscle imbalance in the lower legs and improve you sports activities too. Also, please have a check to your footwear as it may have some differences which aren't matching the requirements of the foot. In my clinical practice of over 12 years, this complains are often, and we treat accordingly after having a clinical examination but balance board training has found to be more effective. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Jay In Chat Doctor. |
I am having a chest pain in mid of the upper chest since 3 days due to smoking, also the amount of cough is higher , each and everytime i spit ,i spit cough on it. Can u suggest me some solution , of some medical test and all to be assured that everything is normal. Also, please suggest me a remedy to improve my immunity. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In my opinion you are having bronchitis and chest infection. As chances of both are high when patient is smoker. So better to get done 1. Chest x ray2. Pulmonary Function Test (PFT). This will help you in diagnosis of bronchitis and also to rule out infection. Treatment of bronchitis is antibiotics and inhaled bronchodilators. But first and foremost you need to quit smoking. About improving immunity, you should go for pulmonary vaccines like pneumococcal and h.influenza for prevention of lung infection. And quitting smoking will also boost your immunity. |
hi, my gums are very tickley and bleeding under my bottom left canines when ever i brush them, what does this mean? And do i keep brushing even though its eye-wateringly sensitive? Also is there any products i can try which may prevent the sensitivity and bleeding? | The tingling sensation in the lower canine can be because of the attrition secondary to bruise or malocclusion like deep bite. The other possible cause can be because of the cervical abrasion due to abnormal forces while brushing, or it can be secondary to gingival recession because of gum infection. Nothing to be panic, Consult an oral physician and get it ruled out. If it is an attrition secondary to malocclusion, it has to be treated with braces. If it is secondary to the cervical abrasion then it can be restored with glass monomer cement. If it is a gum infection, then the teeth has to be cleaned.Meanwhile till you consult your dentist you can use desensitizing toothpaste like strontium chloride(sensor or lanolin), apply on the teeth and leave it for two minutes and brush it with normal brush. Instead of normal toothpaste you can use this. The bleeding can be secondary to gum infection, get the teeth cleaned and use gum astringents like stolen gum paint. I hope my answer will help you, take care. |
i get a rapid heart beat that i can feel pulsating throughout my body. it is such a hard beating that it feels like it is actually moving me with each beat. i begin to get dizzy and think that i might faint. it started with my first pregnancy, which i think put extra strain on my heart- that caused me to become symptomatic. it happens at completely random times; therefore, I do not believe that it is associated with anxiety or panic. When I get tachycardic, I know that I should count my pulse- but once it starts, I generally feel like I just need to lay down- Quickly! I find a dark room to decrease all stimulation and lie on my left side for better circulation, still it takes usually 15-25 min for the episode to resolve. any idea what could be causing this? | Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! I carefully passed through your question and would explain that your symptoms are not related to any cardiac disorder. Anxiety or high blood pressure could be the cause of this symptomatology. Have you measured your blood pressure during these episodes? I would also recommend performing a complete blood count for anemia and thyroid hormone levels for possible thyroid dysfunction which can mimic this symptomatology. If the above tests result normal, and your blood pressure is normal too, you should consider anxiety as the main cause of your symptoms. In such case, I would advise consulting with a specialist of this field, in order to help you manage better your anxiety. Psychotherapy and an antidepressant could be helpful! Hope you will find this answer helpful! Best wishes, |
I m a 51 year old male in good health. I don t drink or smoke and exercise 4 day s a week. In the past two weeks my fingers have been cramping up with the longest duration lasting today for 10 seconds. I know it s not a hydration issues- I drink plenty of water. What else could it be? | Dear Patient, Welcome, and thanks for sharing your concern I went through your query, and I feel, these could be vitamin deficiency or neurological disorders, you need to inform of any other associated condition you have, any history of illness in the past, history of increased blood pressure, I feel you should consult a neurologist early. I hope my advice would have been useful, in decision-making regarding your treatment, still if you have any clarifications or doubts feel free to contact back. Thanks. |
I had a CAT scan on my abdomen last week because I was experiencing intense abdominal pain. It turned out that I had kidney stones. My husband and I are currently trying to get pregnant and I ovulate tomorrow. Is it safe to try to conceive right after a CAT scan? If not, how many cycles should we wait? | HelloThanks for writing to us with your health concern.TO answer your question in one word - YES, it is absolutely safe to try and conceive tomorrow. A single CAT scan, even if you were ALREADY pregnant, would never harm your fetus.And you haven't even begun trying yet ! So please go ahead and do not worry. There would be no lingering or dangerous effects of such minimal radiation. Hope you are taking your prenatal supplements regularly.Wishing you all the best with your attempts. Take care. |
my son, 25 years old has big big outbursts of anger,throwing things, blaming every one on his bad things in life, very poor cleaniness, very low enery, no job, now lives with grandparents. he makes his sister feel sooo bad, he blames her for most things. early on there were very close. she has a job, and doing well. I had his birdthday last nite with cake and pizza, thought had a good time but he thought it wasnt enough. He is middle child older brother 30 and sister 21. I have been divorced from their father for about 19 years. he was drug and achol aburser. | I appreciate your concern on Chat Doctor. The symptoms you mentioned such as low energy, poor cleanliness, anger, no job and your divorce point towards that your son may be suffering from depression in which a person loses interest in life, develops mood changes and decreased energy levels. Treatment is available and up to 70% people recover. Self-help treatment includes self-help cognitive behavioral therapy and professional help includes antidepressants and psychotherapy. I hope you find this helpful. |
hi there, i just wanted to ask what remedy to cure for swollen gum and check where the affected site is located. i cant see any pus around the teeth canine and incisor teeth of my dad. we give him mefenamic 500 and amoxacillin 500mg. How ever after taking those pills after 24 hours he just complain bloody urine output. what is the indication of that. Swelling is still noted both gums and check. i need your help asap thank you | Hello, Thanks for posting your query. I understand that your dad is suffering from swollen gums and cheek. Did his urine output increase or did he get blood in the urine? If there was blood this needs to be sorted out with a nephrologist[kidney specialist]. For the swelling there is definitely a decayed tooth or a serious infection in the gums which has lead to spread of infection in the spaces. Did he apply anything hot on his cheeks? Avoid any hot application as it can increase the swelling. Visit a dentist immediately. Take Care Chat Doctor. |
i am 34yrs with a history of two ectopic and two failed icsi. My doctor told to do an icsi on november. Befor that to take ovigyn d tablets thrice a day for two months and follic acid. Why she suggested me ovigyn d tablets will it help me. In my previous icsi i got 8 eggs all got fertilised and 4 for et.but leftover 4 was slow,so not frozen.will explain me why to take ovigyn d tablets | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, For any assisted fertilization technique to be successful, adequate ova/ eggs should be available to allow the appropriate technique (CSI in your case). Ovigyn d is a Chat Doctor containing preparation. It is used to induce ovulation for a ample supply of eggs/ ova. Folic acid is needed in pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects in fetus. Ovigyn does not affect the subsequent growth and development of the zygote. It only helps in induction of ovulation. Thanks and take care Chat Doctor. |
My daughter is 28 and has no appetite a fever for her of 99.9, states she is cold, the temperature is 70 degrees outside. Her blood pressure was 123/78 with a heart rate of 96. She is 5 9 and weighs 250. She has no other complaints, just cold and fast heart rate. Her gall bladder was removed 6 yr ago. She is not on any medication, does not smoke and only drinks occasionally. I gave her Vernor s and a multi-symptom cold pill. Is there anything else I can do? | HelloWelcome to ChatDoctorI understand your concern but you haven't mentioned age of your daughter 28 weeks,28 months or 28 years??? You mean to tell her body temperature is 99.9 F means mild fever, but again you mentioned she is cold and outside temperature is 70 degrees (Sorry to say, but it is difficult for human being to survive at temperature of 70 degrees)Again your daughters weight is 250 lb or 250 kg? Sorry to say overall confusing question. You must go near by physician for appropriate examination with treatment. All the best. Regards Chat Doctor. [email protected] |
Hello docter. I tripped over a pallet at work about 2 weeks ago and my ankle was very painful and swollen, plus my foot also. Most of the pain is gone but the ankle and foot is still swollen up until now. I just put Arnica pain cream on it twice a day. Will it get better soon or should I see a doctor because of maybe underlying injury? Any answer is greatly appreciated. Thanks. John B. | Dear Sir/Madam, I thank you for having faith in Chat Doctor and for seeking help on your issue; I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion, the x-ray screening of your ankle and foot is a must. In such cases there can be ligamentous injuries which need physical examination and then only things become diagnosed. Please consult your or tho doctor hope I have been able to provide you with a satisfactory solution, if you want to clear any doubts about my opinion, feel free to contact. Special note-Any medication prescribed needs to be taken after consultation with your personal doctor only. Thanks |
`hi im a 25 yr old male and im having severe chest pains, mostly left side. its been two days and its been consistantly painful, it hurts only when i breathe in and it hurts the worst where my ribs meet the breast plate.ive been feeling feverish but im not running a fever, i cant get health ins because i have eosinaphylic esophogitis(sorry if i spelled that wrong) and they all turned me down. what should i do? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Eosinophilic esophagitis is inflammation of esophagus by eosinophil (blood cells). Eosinophilic inflammation is mostly seen with allergies. And your chest is due to esophagitis only. So take following Chat Doctor. 1. Take montelukast (anti-allergic) and fexofenadine (antihistamine) combination at nighttime before going to sleep.2. Take antacid (pantoprazole) on empty stomach twice daily. You will mostly improve with all these. Better to avoid hot and spicy food, junk food and large meals. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
Hi. I have a problem with my sister.. since i was a kid, she used to eat uncooked rice . it s like an addiction . right now, she s having a problem in her gall bladder .. the doctor said that according to the xray result, he saw a crystal parts in her gall bladder and he thought that it s the raw rice.. we don t know how to prevent this kind of an addiction.. can you help me about this? thanks. | Hi there. It appears to be that your sister is habituated to consuming raw rice. This can be prevented by firstly avoiding raw rice lying around in the house. Give her cooked rice well flavored so that she may forget about raw rice. She may try alternative like chewing gum or licorice sticks as their consistency may engage her curiosity similar to the experience with raw rice. Usually gall bladder showing crystals indicate growth of possible gall bladder stones. Do get her blood tested for cholesterol. Rice does not show as crystal as it would be digested in the stomach by acids. If the technique does not work, kindly do approach a Psychiatrist and Behavior therapist who will be able to evaluate her and decide proper management of this problem. |
Hi keep getting sore lumps on the roof of my mouth at t back each side that keep coming up & wont go unless i have strong tablets from the doctor, they go down but then the next months they are back up sore again, i find it really sore to swollow, talk when i have theses lumps, what do you think is causing them to come up each month please. | Hello, Thank you for consulting with Chat Doctor. There can be two reasons for these sore lumps on the roof of the mouth every month,1. First it can be possible that there is some infection in the upper back teeth, and now it is spreading to the gums and cause soreness.2. Second it can be possible that the bone in the roof in infected and causing this soreness. To get it confirmed you have to visit a dentist and get a full mouth x-ray done which will show the area of infection. Hope it will help you. |
Hi I have been extremely tired, slightly dizzy, have had shortness of breath, lower back and side pain and abdonimal pain and frequent urination. this has been going on for the past couple of days. but the tired and dizziness has been longer. Just wanting another opinion. | Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! I understand your concern and would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to a possible viral infection. A urinary tract infection can not be excluded too. Have you measured your blood pressure during this period? What are the values? I recommend consulting with your GP for a careful physical exam, a resting ECG, a chest X-ray study, a urinalysis (for infection), an abdominal ultrasound (for the kidneys and liver) and some blood lab tests |
Iam 23 yes old married ,I had sex 15 days before and after sex my husband gave me unwanted 72 pill ...on the next day morning I had a little pain in my abdominal. Tomorrow my period is about to come....I had severe pain last night for one hour....is it normal? | Hello, It is not normal to experience severe abdominal pain, whatever the cause may be. I cannot for sure correlate your pain with an impending period. The use of an emergency contraceptive pill creates hormone imbalance, hence there can be a delay in the next natural period. Pain can be due to a possible cyst in the ovary, pelvic congestion, or an undetected pregnancy. I would ask you to have a proper evaluation if you miss your period by a week. Prefer regular contraception in the future. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
i am 35 years old female, generally healthy until 2 months back when i was diagnosed with pneumonitis, took treatment and after that i am having pain under my right breast, it is mainly noticed when i am lying down and turning to right side and getting up, got some medicines from PCP thinking costochondriitis for 3 days but that pain never went away, what is it? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Pneumonia is common cause for pleuritic chest pain. In some cases it can cause pleural effusion and prolonged pleural inflammation (pleurisy). And both these can cause chest pain after pneumonia. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respiratory system 2. Chest x-ray. If chest x-ray is normal then no need to worry about these complications. Apply warm water pad on affected areas. Avoid movements causing pain. Avoid bad postures in sleep. Start painkiller and muscle relaxant Chat Doctor. Don't worry, you will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
hello. I just had an mri done, it says multilevel disk disease and degenerative changes, most pronounced at c5-6 level where there is mild central canal stenosis and mild to moderate left neural foraminal narrowing. I had a car accident 3 yrs ago. I have never had any neck pain going into right arm with tingling and numbness till about 1 week after accident. so, I am 40, and if this is common from what I read, did or can the accident make it worse? Im so confused.. never had any issues before. and can this be fixed? I also had eeg done, and showed right hand, wrist carpal tunnel. can that affect the pain in elbow up to the whole right part of my shoulder and neck area? thank u for your time. | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. I have noted your complaints as well as MRI and NCS findings. The findings in the MRI are minor abnormalities and there is no need to worry about them. There is pinching of the nerve at one level in the neck, and it can lead to neck pain, and pain in the arms. Accident could have led to this problem, or made an already existing problem worse. Carpal tunnel syn Chat Doctor. This usually leads to pain and tingling in the hands. Treatment would consist of pregabalin or gabapentin capsules and physiotherapy. I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you require any additional information. Wishing you good health, |
My boyfriend is almost always hard and I want to know if it is unhealthy for him and could possibly prevent us from having children? We have had a couple of miscarriages I m not sure if it is me because I have had one before him but Iconstantly worry about him. We have talked about it and he becomes hard randomly. He becomes hard even when he isn t aroused. Also after we have sex and he has cum he continues to stay hard. He tells me not to worry but I do. Does he need to see a doctor about this? | Hallow Dear, At the outset, let me assure you that frequent erecting dos not cause abortions nor does it affect conception. Erection is possible without sexual arousal (libido) even with tight underclothes or position. If you find him still erected even after ejaculation, you may not terminate the intercourse; continue to have the penis still in the vagina. After some time you will again start getting orgasm, this time within the vagina from what is called as G point. This is called as vaginal orgasm which hardly less than 10% of the women experience in their life. Continue the intercourse in the second innings and enjoy your vaginal orgasm. I do not feel he needs a medical intervention for his frequent erection and libido. Just cooperate with him. I hope this convinces you. |
have had an internal examination of bowel with ultrasound and was advised may feel a tingle down my legs suggesting nerve involvement in the event only sensation I experienced was the throb of heart beat could this be indicative of nerve damage? thankyou | Hello! Thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! I understand your concern, and would like to explain that it is normal to feel a throbbing heart beat during this examination. It is not related to any nerve damage, and all the healthy persons experience this feeling. It may be related to anxiety and to the abdominal pressure during the examination. As far as you didn't feel any tingling in your legs, it means that your nerves are not affected by any disorder (or compressed). So there is nothing to worry about! Hope to have been helpful! Feel free to ask any other questions, whenever you need! Greetings! |
Hi there I have a lump in my groin that has been there for over a year and it only bleeds during menstruation. I have stage 5 endometriosis and I am concerned this could be external endo. It s is sore and bleeds on contact with underwear no pus and has never responded to anti biotic creams tablets etc please help as I am fed up with it now. | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, A lump that bleeds during menstruation and a history of endometriosis indicates that the lump in the groin is due to endometriosis. Endometriosis is known to occur at many unusual sites. Excision of the groin lump is required to be followed by histopathological examination for confirmation. Consult your gynecologist and surgeon for further work up. In the meanwhile, treatment of endometriosis will be helpful in controlling the bleeding from endometriosis site. Thanks and take care Chat Doctor. |
I am in the midst of a very long root canal procedure in South Korea. A tooth which had been filled twice became very sore and sensitive, so I saw a dentist and he said I would need a root canal. I have gone to him 2 times a week for two months now. Because I still feel pain at the apex of the tooth, he keeps filing a little at a time. I currently have some temporary filling in to see if Im ready for the next step, but this is causing swelling and pressure/pain in the gums above and what seems like my sinuses on the left side of my face. I am not sick with a cold or anything like that, but my cheek seems swollen and hurts. | Hello, There may be additional complications concerning this tooth such as a fracture or hidden canal. There could be a fistula witChatDoctormunication into the sinus. There is a surgical procedure known as an apicoectomy that can be considered if the non-surgical method cannot resolve the apical area. Visiting an endodontist that specializes in difficult root canal therapy should be considered due to the difficulties that you are experiencing. You often need an antibiotic to control the spread of infection while treating the source with root canal therapy. I commonly prescribe amoxicillin. Some resistant infections can require a different antibiotic prescription. Anti-inflammatory medications offer relief during treatment as well. I suggest ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Thank you for your inquiry. |
I had balloon compression surgery for trigeminal surgery in October and ever since I have numbness in my mouth, gums and tongue on the right side. Also in the upper and lower lips. My neurosurgeon says he was not near this area. I do have slight numbness in right cheek area as predicted. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The numbness in the cheeks, lips, and gums can be because of the injury to the trigeminal nerve. Even a slight touch or contact of the nerve during balloon compression can result in nerve injury. Nothing to be panic, it takes few months to recover. Meanwhile you can take nerve regenerating Chat Doctor. I hope I have answered your query, take care. |
HiI am a heathy 42 year old woman who have suffered with very high blood pressure for the pass three years....my highest being 249/189 .....I am on medication but nothing seems to work....my doctor keeps telling me that we need to bring it down but nothing works...I have been admitted to hospital a few times but yet again everything that they suggestion or new meds that I have been put on do not work.....my last reading today was 190/121......any suggestions? | Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! I understand your concern and would explain that your symptoms are indicative of a secondary hypertension. At your age, these values of high blood pressure may be related to a secondary problem (metabolic disorder, kidney impairment, etc.). At this point the most important thing to do would be to investigate for the possible cause of uncontrolled high blood pressure. So I recommend consulting with your GP for a careful physical examination, a resting ECG, a chest X-ray study, an abdominal ultrasound and some blood lab tests |
HIBEFORE FEW DAYS EXACTLY 4 DAYS I ATE QUICKLY A HOT(HIGH TEMPRATURE) PASTERY AND COMING TO MY BED SUDDENLY I FELT SOMETHING IN MY SOFT PALATE AND I SAW IT DIRECTLY THROUGH SIMPLE MIRROR IT WAS A SMALL CYST OF BLOOD AND I PUNCTURE IT BY MY TONGUE AND ALL BLOOD COME OUT AND I FELT COMFORTABLE BUT THE AREA IS STILL RED WITH WHITISH COLORATION AND RED MARGINS BUT IT IS SMALLER THAN BEFORE | Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Read your query. Signs and symptoms mentioned suggests a healing burn which has been caused by the high temperature. Continue with an antiseptic mouthwash gargling. Apply a coat of any oral topical anesthetic agent on the lesion. It should take a week or so to heal completely. If persistent consult your doctor. Avoid too hot or spicy food. Hope this was useful. Thanks and regards. |
I have rheumatoid arthritis for past 12 years after the delivery of my child. I am on western medicines pednisilone, mtx and was also on ayurved treatment. My ra factor is been on increase from 130 to 250. I have deformities on fingures and feet over the period. Can u suggest and advise. Regards chitra . | Hello, As the RA you have been having from long I assume you have the full knowledge of the condition. As in this condition, there is inflammation of the joints and due to pain, there will be deformity of the joints. Like the one, you have in fingers. I will advise continuing medicine. Try to take medicine only when you have the pain or maximum try to avoid the painkillers as this may over long run trouble the kidneys. Also, I will advise keeping the body warm as much as possible, so the pain does not increase. Taking help from a Physiotherapist who can help you to regain the muscle property by which the joint inflammation can be reduced and also the normalcy of joints is achieved. For finger deformity, we need to assess the grade of deformation if we can make it correct with the help of exercise and splints we should do it at the earliest. With medication, and Physiotherapy you should be benefited. Jay In Chat Doctor. |
I have a hard non-movable lump on the right side of my neck about the size of a pinto bean. It feels like it may be attached to the larynx? I have been suffering from joint pain (knees, shoulders and right large toe) and swelling mainly in my knees. I seem to have lost strength in my knees due to swelling and muscle tenderness around joints, I am loosing more hair than normal, awful cramps in right callf at night, I get hot flashes but then I get cold and can t get warm, I have no energy, my skin is very dry to the point of tingling. | Hi, Thanks for the query.1-Its very interesting story. In my opinion small lump on right of your larynx needs to be investigated with thyro-profile tests.2-Your general health have derailed over a period and suggests that you have-hypo-thyroid with associate rheumatic complaints in knee JT and muscles surrounding it.3-I would advise you to have your thyroid test done with other blood tests.4-I would advise medical treatment with the physician nearby.5-Thereafter-If the lump doesn't regress after the specific thyroid treatment, the lump-may need excision-in the later period....but don't worry about it-as it's a remote possibility.6-So concentrate with treating the thyroid disease-which is the most probable solution for your problem to resolve. Hope I have solved your query. Any more queries in this matter are welcome.!! Thnks |
Hello Doctor, My name is Dave, i m 25 years old, my height is 5.5 FT, my body weight is 29 KG only,and I m from India. I dont know why i m so skinny. Any person whoever looks at me comments me that I m the live skeleton.I had TB in 1991 and Chickenpox by 1993. My mom and dad tried lots of specialists, and I have had the lots of tonics by last year I went to GYM and there I gained about 3 kgs in 2 months but after 5 months my joins started paining so I quit from Gym. I dont know what to do. Please suggest me what kind of treatment will cure my problems, so that I can look like an average person atleast. Please let me know if any kind of tests I have to do to find out if any kind of virus is living me and that may be the bottleneck. Thanks | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. You are underweight and need to undergo tests to rule out the reason for this weight loss. Weight loss is very common in chronic infections, any kind of cancers and few viral infections. You have had TB and have you got complete treatment for that? If you have not completed full course of treatment for TB, then you might not gain weight. As far as viral infections are concerned, the most common viral infection associated with weight loss is HIV. But getting infected with HIV is most commonly through unsafe sexual intercourse. If you have had any such episodes, you should get yourself tested for the same. For now, I suggest you get yourself screened for any malignancies and untreated TB. As for your exercise schedule, try starting with low intensity stretches and then later switch to muscle building exercises. Please do not put much stress on your body. Your body needs to get used to exercise. Do not expect sudden results. As for your diet, you need to gradually increase your protein and fat intake. Get in touch with a dietician for proper diet advice. Thanks. |
My 26yo son is in hospital with low heamaglobin he had a colonoscopy last friday and they found a 50cent coin lodged in his bowel which has been there for over a year (he thought it had passed) at the lodgement site they found a large mass behind the coin which is being tested as they dont know what it is. Can the coin lodgement cause bowel cancer? | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thanks for the query. Basically it can't cause cancer. It can cause granulomas or fibrous tumors if there was inflammation around this coin. These are benign structures which extremely rarely can alternate to malignancy. But if it continues to grow it may cause bowel obstruction so you should be aware of it and if this happens surgery may be necessary. Wish you good health. Regards |
hi, I have got sinusitus and my doctor prescribed Zinnat & Rhinocort Aqua for me to take for 7 days. I m 21 week pregnancy and I am so worried about the safety of the 2 medicines. Pls kindly tell me that is there any side effects to my baby. thanh you very much | Hi, Both of these medicines are considered to be safe during pregnancy. Innate is commonly prescribed to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is not known to cause any harmful effects on your growing baby. Rhinoceros aqua nasal spray is commonly prescribed to treat allergic rhinitis and is also considered to be safe during pregnancy. There is nothing to worry take them as prescribed by your doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
hello doctor I sagar gall blader surzary had been done before 6 yers seens then i am well but some times my sgpt grew high cbc ceruloplasmi ant ittg hepatitis a b&c sgot alkaline phosphate all are normal but sgpt now110/u/l sence alkaline phosphate and sgpt grew high before surzary but after 4 yerars now i am faceing such problem. if this is dangerus for liver or life. please help. | Dears agar, as I understand you are concerned about your Sept levels. I don't think that it is associated with your previous surgery except some kind of liver blood vessels and bile ducts were injured. SGPT is elevated in hepatitis, diabetes, congestive heart failure, liver damage, bile duct problems, infectious mononucleosis and the best way to rule these disorders out is to do ultrasound or CT scan of liver. Also liver biopsy can be done. But mildly elevation of SGPT only isn't something to be concerned about, and it is not a threatening for your life. You should check your bilirubin levels and red cells count too. Wish you good health. Chat Doctor. |
Dear Doctor, I have dandruff and i can see white flakes falling from my head and there are no red spots in my head.I want to know about dosage, directions and how to use ARCOLANE(ketoconazole 2% scalp solution).I need to know amount to be applied(i have cut my hair very short to have good improvement on application of scalp solution) and time to massage and soak time before rinsing. thank you-it will be of very great use to me and many of my friends. | Hi, Wet your hair and scalp well with water. Apply the shampoo to the scalp fully and Work up a good lather and leave it in place for 5 minutes. Rinse your hair and scalp well with warm water, and Chat Doctor. Use the lotion twice a week. Continue the lotion until prescribed period even if you feel symptomatically better. This will ensure completion of treatment. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hi I am 35 married female suffering from hyperpigmentation on cheeks and uneven spots all over face . Have tried every treatement except laser and the problem doesnt go. I am not on contraceptives either. Please help You answer doesnt help since diagnosis might be wrong. Please note I dont have a baby yet nor I am on contraceptive... nope nothing wrong with me in this area, its just that I just got married | Hi!, Welcome to Chat Doctor forum, According to your history, it seems that you have PLASMA, since you quoted that you are not on oral contraceptive pills, and you have not had any issues either. These questions you would have faced by many doctors. It is true that such pigmentation is often seen after pregnancy or one who is on OCS. But we have been seeing such pigmentation on those who have not had such a history either. So, even if you never had a baby, one can have such pigmentation problem, just because of slight shift in the hormones in the body. It is the estrogen level in the blood which is more responsible for such pigmentation. If this is plasma, we are dealing with a very chronic problem. It can wax and vain also. Sunlight & stress also has a big role to play. The best advise here would be to use a triple combination cream to begin with, and then gradually taper it off.Don't use it for more than 2 weeks. As you taper it gradually starts using HY Chat Doctor. Along with this also start using comic acid & it c based creams in day and evening. But please don't forget to use a good SPF sunscreen daily thrice. Sunscreen is mandatory. You can even undergo chemical peeling from an experienced dermatologist. Results of this all might vary from patient to patient. Now being a laser expert I've myself done the number of cases with lasers too. The best of the laser for this is Q-switched Nd |
Hi,I have numbness in my right thigh and there is a serious pain in my both knee when i wake up in morning and after taking some rest. I have high blood pressure also. What is the reason for that. I have consulted a local doctor and tested for D25 hydroxy and he said i have deficiency for vitmin d. Now i am taking medicine for Vit D for 10 days but there is no improvment at all. Please suggest | Hithank you for providing the brief history of you. A thorough neuromuscular assessment and musculoskeletal assessment is advised. As you have a numbness in the later aspect of the thigh, this could be related to the pinched nerve in the spine as to assess this a thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised post which is needed an MRI will be guided. Also, for you pain in knee a thorough musculoskeletal assessment is guided post which is needed than an MRI to detect the soft tissue status needs to be viewed. Based on the diagnosis, with simple medication and physical therapy should help you much better. Usually, if vitamin D medicine is taken, it should act in 7 days of time, if it doesn't than need of sunbath is advised. If still the pain and numbness persist than the MRI comes to existence. I see cases with such numbness and such, but the problem I usually confirm from the pinched nerve in the spine and vitamin D is just a deficiency and may not give major symptoms. I advise my patient physical therapy and they respond well. RegardsJay In Chat Doctor. |
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...Hai Im coming to 38 yrs old ,,Im qt tall and big size I had a lower left pain that start from the back ,,, I feels like menses cramp but Im not having it ,I already did x/Ray to chck of stones but the results is gd I also do pelvic ultra sound and no cycst or fibroids .. Lately I feel like going toilet to pass motion when I sit too long mu stomach feel gassy and uncomfortable ,, what can this be... It getting worst after 2 weeks of menses I only feel it on my left back and lower left abdomen | Hi. Thanks for your query and an elucidated history. Your symptoms are related to the gastrointestinal system as you have a history of lower left pain that starts from the back, and you feel gassy and uncomfortable when you go to toilet for passing motion. I would suggest the following |
i got married on 1st feb. ,during first month of my marriage i didnt had any problem during sex, but frm second month i see little blood during our intercourse. after examination the doc said thr is a small mole/poly or anything.so the doc advised tat it should be romed immediately.I havent understood the reason for this and also in ultra sound report its seen tat a calculus is seen in mird 3rd of right kidney measuring 3.3 mm in size, thr are features of endocervictis, small cortical cyst is seen in both the ovaries and minimal collection is seen in POD? what should i do now, what are the remedies? will i have any problem in conceiving a child???pls help?? | Hi, Thank you for your query. You have not mentioned the location of the mole/polyp. If it is on the cervix then it should be removed. Endocervicitis can be controlled by appropriate medications. The kidney problems should not be a cause for worry if the kidney functions are within normal limits. The doctor shall be seeing to this aspect. Cortical cyst in ovaries and minimal collection of fluid in the POD are normal. These should not cause any problem for you to conceive. However, you need to be under constant medical supervision for your renal problems. I hope I have answered your query to your satisfaction. Wishing you all the best. Rajiv K Khandelwalhttp |
MRI L S SPINE IMPRESSION | Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. MRI findings are suggestive for degenerative disc and column disease. Disc bulging means early stage of herniated disc disease, bones involvement means spondylitis. You need treatment with rest, NSAID Chat Doctor. There's no need yet for surgery. Appropriate treatment may subside need for surgery. Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. |
I have really bad sciatica starts in my sacra area and into my left hip and terrible pain into the knee and down into my ankle bone of that same side. sitting is the worst standing okay and lying down flat what exercises should i be doing to elevate the pain want to get it right as travelling on long flight in a couple of weeks time | Hello ! I read your question and understand your concern. I would first recommend a lumbar CT scan to examine better the disks in this region. If I were your doctor I would recommend holding a lumbar brace, have a lot of physiotherapy, take Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen three times daily for 10 days. I would advise you to avoid standing in sitting position for long periods, as it can aggravate the problem. If the pain is disabling most of the time you may need to consult a surgeon. Hope to have been helpful. Best wishes |
I hit the front of my ankle really hard at a playground. I was sliding across one of the thugs and my legs swung into the platform on the other side. I got immediate pain and it turned red. I got home and it was swollen and bruised slightly. When I flexed my foot back it hurt and in some positions of my foot it hurts. I can walk on it fine. I have an ankle brave on it and iced it the night it happened because I couldnt get ice on it right away | Hello, Thank you for using Chat Doctor. I read your question and understood your concern. Since you can walk fine that mean that there should not be an ankle fracture so would treat that as ankle sprain. You can do 4 things RICE. Rest the leg bus using ankle brace as you are doing for at least 3 weeks Ice it for the first 48 hours 15 minutes on and off. Compression with elastic bandage or ankle braceElevation of the leg above the heart level. After 3 weeks you may need physical therapy for muscle strength. Wish you quick recovery. |
my 17 year old had a primary spontaneous pneumothorax on left lung in october which we resolved using a chest tube. this week he had a primary spontaneous pneumothorax in the right lung and has a chest tube in that lung. CT scan shows presence of blebs in right lung. what are the chances that these blebs will pop vs heal on their own? what are the chances that a 17 year old will develop more blebs in either lung? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion your son is having bulbous lung disease. In this disease, bilateral multiple ballad and bless are present. And recurrent pneumothorax is common presenting feature in these patients. And chances of future pneumothorax are high in such patients. So it is always advised to get done VATS (Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery). In this technique bless and ballad are ligated and pleurodesis (adhesion of pleura) is done. So that potential space for pneumothorax can be obliterated thus future risk of pneumothorax can be avoided. So consult pulmonologist and discuss these therapeutic options. |
6 days ago i developed a rash on my ears, they are swollen, hot to the touch, inflamed, very painful and itchy. i have been prescribed antibiotics and steroid cream but it does not seem to be helping at all the rash is now spreading to the back of my neck and down my back. I dont seem to have a fever but have a slight sore throat . Any idea what this might be? | Hello, Thanks for the query. You might have developed cellulitis. It is deep bacterial infection. Treatment is with antibiotics, but the choice of antibiotics should be based on culture and sensitivity tests. I would like to know is there only a rash or pus formation is also there. If there is pus culture and sensitivity can be done. Please meet a dermatologist for exact diagnosis. Let me know if you have any other doubt. You can ask a direct question to me on this forum, following the below link.https |
Hi, I just want to ask why is my left side of the nape hurting? the cartilage part of my nape is the one in pain. I checked my BP last night, and it was 140/90. my normal bp is just 120/80. Im 32 yrs old. is this just ok? Hope you can help. Thanks. | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your blood pressure is high. You should take salt restricted diet and measure your blood pressure again. If it comes high for 2 to 3 times then antihypertensive medicine like losartan or atenolol should be taken. 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. |
my husbands lft test is done yesterday for the third time. first lft was done on march 26th,, that time bilirubin was 1.3 and sgpt 74, sgot 39 . after that doc gave him some meds and asked him to lft again after 1 week . after 1 week billirubin was 0.6 and sgpt 77 sgot 45. then doc suggested to do the tests after 40 days.. now ahain day b4 yesterday v had the lft test and now sgot 80 sgpt 142 alkaline phosphtase 362 and ggt 67. is it alarmimg ?? what to do?? m really scared... | Hi thanks for contacting Chat Doctor .... Here liver enzymes value are high. These enzymes present in hepatocytes and in bile calculi.... So affection of them can lead release of enzymes in blood and so value high.... So cause has to be searched for....USG abdomen can be done.... It will help in find out fatty liver, gall stone or cholestatsis like condition. If history of eaten outside food then hepatitis A rule out by viral marker study for that by ELISA .... If history of unsafe sex or blood transfusion or operation hepatitis b and c ruled out by ELISA..... If positive cardiac history or muscular problem then also enzymes can elevate. If cause undiagnosed then liver biopsy can be done to rule out cause. With keeping this in mind consult gastroenterologist. Take care.... Chat Doctor. |
hi doctor iam married.iam trying to get pregnant. but i have irregular periods.i consulted doctor.she gave me deviry,siphene to get irregular period as well as to get pregnant.this month i got regular period.but how can we know when will ovum is released.we concieve from 10th 20th of my last month period but we failed.so i want to know when will egg produce if we use deviry and siphene tablets | Hi, I think you should go for follicular monitoring. In this, you can take sphere and track your follicles' growth by repeated ultrasound and when your follicles is more than 17 to 18 mm, take injection for rupturing the follicles. Be in contact with your husband for 2 to 3 days after injection. Take progesterone for next 2 weeks. I think devilry is not a good option in progesterone. You can take some other progesterone like phaeton or Austen. Talk to your doctor regarding this. Do a urine pregnancy test at home after taking 2 weeks of progesterone. You can try like that for 3 to 6 months. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Chat Doctor. |
My name is Andrea Salazar I have a slip disc in my back for the last month I have a special needs son I take care of he is 15 an 50 pounds not mobile so lifting my son is the only way to get him anywhere. My back has taken the pain of it which is constant. | After going through your query I think your You are suffering from lumbar disc prolapse. Treatment is rest in position of relief(generally lateral position with both knee bend), NUROKIND GOLD ONCE DAILY and analgesics (Diclofenac three times a day after meals is effective). Sometimes strong analgesic(such as attract three times a day after meals) is required. OMEPRAZOLE 20 MG before meals prevent acidity caused by analgesics. This needs patience as it take longer treatment sometimes up to 6 months. I think your query answered. Welcome to any follow-up query |
I have a problem with my head. There is this bump on the side of my head which is sorta like a bone, I am not sure what it is. My mom told me it is a bone that sticks out, it really disturbs me just to see the sides of my head are uneven... Is there any help where to fix bones or even the head out? | Hi, Dear,Thanks for your query to Chat Doctor virtual Clinic. I studied your query in all the details put forth by you. I understood your health concerns about the head lump. The asymmetry caused by this lump is disturbing you quite a lot, it seems. Cause of the health problems you queried-As your mom said it to be normal bone, I would advise a second opinion from your family doctor. If in case it's really a hard lump on sides of your head, get it checked on the following possibilities from your doctor or From ER Surgeon. This lump could be with following possibilities-Epidermoid tumor/dermatofibroma(Benign)/neoplastic tumor(locally malignant)/Sebaceous Cyst at the side of your head. Possibility of this lump being cancerous could be ruled out only after Biopsy with HPR study. As I don't have any direct photo of the lump / or not many details from you, I would advise you to consult ER Surgeon.Hence, I would advise you to consult ER Surgeon, who would differentiate from other possible causes for the lump in that area. Hope this would resolve your query with full satisfaction. Welcome for any further query in this regard to ME by direct question at Chat Doctor. Write excellent review and hit thanks, to narrate your experience, which would improve my rating for many other visitors to Chat Doctor. Wishing you fast recovery. Have a good day. Chat Doctor. N. Senior Surgical Consultant. M.S. Genl-CVTS |
I get short of breath sometimes at night when just sitting down, my pulse is usually under 60per min more under 57per min should I be concerned?.. I do go to the gym and do cardio exercises x 3 per week and I dont get short of breath then. I take atacand 4mgs mane | Hi Their read your query and understanding your concern. See, as you are following a very good routine of doing cardio and you don't feel breathless at that time that means you need not worry about your cardiac part. People who are physically active can have Heart Rate around 55-60. If you are not feeling any dizziness or syncope like thing then you should not worry about heart rate part too. You can get your ECG done to check for rhythm abnormality, most likely it should not be there. Sometime candesarten (Atacama) can cause dizziness, bronchitis or cough. So preferably you can ask your treating doctor to put you on some alternative medicine for your Blood Pressure. Hopefully I answered all your queries Good Luck and Take care |
Hello, I sometimes develop an odd rash on my penis. Ive only had it three times ever. Twice on my Penis head and once on the skin just below the head, where the foreskin was removed. It seems to happen when i masturbate frequently with lotion but im still worried its something else. There arent any blisters, but the skin is red and dry. only slight itching sometimes. it seems to be worse when i masturbate without lotion. During the day it mostly goes away, but if i masturbate it will get very dry and cracked and flaky. What could this be? | Howell come to ChatDoctorThe condition could be due to lotion and the friction these could cause the hypersensitivity reaction, because of the tender skin of the penis such reaction would be very likely, in my opinion better to stop using the lotion and even stop the masturbating too, if the condition of rash is still there then this can be treated with Mometasone furnace cream, three time in day, hope this information helps, take care. |
My 6 year old has silver caps on all his molars. One if his molars with the cap was coming completely loose. He is getting some other molars in and I thought because of those it may have loosened the cap. Well now it s completely off with the tooth inside it. I m thinking it s an infection because the area looks inflamed. He is not in any pain but is this common for the molar to come out at well at such a young age? | Hi your child is 6 yrs (mixed dentition stage)and it's the age of eruption of the first lower permanent molar tooth. Since you haven't mentioned how long has the present tooth been capped I am presuming it to be a primary tooth, which is actually approaching it's time to shed off in a couple of months to a year time. I suggest you to visit a dentist who will evaluate the stage of exfoliation of the particular tooth. The cap can be refined if there is still time. Regarding the inflammation you mentioned, it is a very common symptom while tooth eruption, and it can be put on limit by proper cleaning regimen both by parental supervision and professional help by a dentist. Hope this was helpful. Take care. |
Hi In the last few weeks my hair has been shedding excessively when I wash and brush my hair. I also have loads of hair all over my clothes when I open my hair. I am desperate for help as this has never happened to me before. I am taking biotin and iron supplements. My hair has also become noticebly thinner its like I only have half my hair left! | Hello, Thank you for posting on Chat Doctor. I appreciate your concern regarding hair fall. Hair fall is usually ascribed to multiple factors like diet and nutrition, hormones, stress, acute or chronic medical conditions, Chat Doctor. Since you have not mentioned relevant history and description like sex, pattern of hair loss(patchy/diffuse), family history etc., It's difficult to put a definitive diagnosis. Still, it seems you are suffering from either An |
Seven weeks ago an old filling fell out from my top left first bicuspid. The filling was replaced but it fell out again and the dentist decided to readjust/enlarge the cavity so a new filling would stay. This procedure was done under local anaesthetic. Once the effect of the anaesthetic wore off, my tooth was very sensitive. I suffered very unpleasant sharp pain especially when drinking and eating either hot or cold. Back to the dentist to readjust the tooth (with carbon). But this didn t help. I gave it 10 days or so to see if time would heal and went back to the dentist. By that time I was using only my right side to chew . The dentist suspected that the filling was putting pressure on the tooth. They took the material away, investigated inside to check the root canal was alright and replaced the filing using less pressure (I think they also changed the type of material) and in two parts so it would impart less pressure. It did relieve the pain I was having to some extent but I was still experiencing pain regularly. Still chewing using the right side only, I began to develop pain in my jaw and cheek bones and basically, for a while, across all my teeth and my whole mouth. This lasted a week or more. I was taking pain killers (although with no efect) and had to blend my dinner as I couldn t chew properly because of the pain. Back to the dentist. I described all the symptoms mentioned above. The treated tooth was the source of the most pain | Hello there. I'm sorry to hear you are experiencing such problems. I will try to help. First and foremost I cannot make any definitive decisions or a definitive diagnosis without considering your full history and undertaking a full examination, but I will use to above information to try and advice you accordingly. Pain around a tooth can either originate from the tooth itself or from the tissues surrounding the tooth. 1 -If the pain originates from the tooth itself it is usually either due to decay which is encroaching onto the pulp (the nerve chamber) or the filling is so deep that it is close to the nerve and some constituents of the filling material are stimulating pain as they find their way through the identical tubules into the nerve chamber. Another possibility is that a composite resin material was used (white filling) and as it contracts when cured (hardened) it pulls against the walls of the cavity which causes pain. One final possibility is that you may have a fracture through the tooth. I know you say this was ruled out, but in fact it is very difficult to rule out fractures in teeth. They certainly don't show up very well on radiographs (X-rays) and they are hard to identified clinically (in the mouth) unless they are extensive. I would like to see the radiographs if possible. Solutions to the above problems involve removing the existing filling, check the base of the cavity, placing a sedative Chat Doctor. This sedative |
i masterbate while seeing porn and fantasize very bad things and totally go mad about it, i also masturbate continuosly like mad for many days and it has also ruined my life very badly as i m doing this from last 14 to 15 years and right now i m suffering from many mental and physical problems | Hi, The very first thing is not to see porn anymore. Thus, you will not fantasize such bad things. Furthermore, try to stay occupied with work, thus, you won't have to think over masturbating. Next, get engaged. You will get better while sharing your things with another partner. If no improvement, should talk with a psychologist/sexologist to run psycho-therapy s\u00e9ances to get improved. Hope it helped! Chat Doctor. |
I have a friend who can t find answers of what has been happening and his doctor told him he should of been dead by now..he doesn t know ho to turn too or talk to..he is young in his late 40 s ..I m so concerned about him and I cry so much ..he needs help . This is his plea PLEASE HELP any the nurses or Dr s on my fb my specialists have no idea going on as along heart failure this is neurological. I have had CT scans and other brain scans can t see a brain symptoms slurred speech, dazed, extreme tiredness, weakness in left side and un co-ordination, legs give way from under me, it comes on fast like a seizure then seems to subside wth is going on ??? | Hi, thanks for mentioning brief history of your friend. It is sad to hear he is not well with so many symptoms. As you mentioned the slurred speech, tiredness, weakness in left side and no coordination it is related to disturbance in the brain activity. You need to meet a neurologist and plan an MRI which will help to open some hidden answers. Your neurologist will help you with the proper medication which will be of help. Later on you can look forward with the physical therapy which will help your friend to make the muscles stronger, coordinating exercises will help improve coordination. For the slurred speech a speech therapist is of the help. I wish your friend a speedy recovery and blessings of God |
I have a small lump on the back of my right calf. Today was first day I noticed it. It is painful and swollen. And when I stand, it protrudes. I am diabetic on an insulin pump. I had mrsa, but am clear as of this past February. Should I be worried . No amount of ibuprofen or Motrin or Advil takes pain away. | Dear Friend. Hi, I am Chat Doctor, I have read your query in detail, I understand your concern. It might be an abscess since you are a diabetic. I would advise you to get a checkup by your doctor, if it is abscess, it might require incision and Chat Doctor. This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you want to discuss your issues further, you may please ask stay Healthy. Chat Doctor, MD |
Last night I started having a toothache on my upper left side. The only thing that would alleviate the pain was cold water, and this morning I woke up and it feels even worse. I have taken ibuprofen but it hasn t helped much. I am 20 years old and have not had my wisdom teeth removed (The pain is not towards the back though). | Hi, i read your problem, you did not tell about hot water response. As you have pain when you woke up in the morning was even worse, it may be due to bruise. But you did not give the proper dental history. So I will suggest you please go to a dentist and go for the whole mouth examination done and radiographs too., and please follow all the given instructions. Nothing to get worried go for proper treatment do not leave the treatment in between as you will get relief. Take care Chat Doctor. |
Hi Doctor,I have 9 and half month old baby girl. Her wight is 8.7 Kg, length 71 cm and head circumference is 46.5 cm. doctor said me that the head circumference is little bit more than average. could you please suggest me what i should do.Regards,Fahim | Hello the head circumference(HC) of your baby should have increased by 10-11 CMS from birth. Check the birth card for head circumference and add 11 CMS to it if it comes 0.5cms plus or minus 46.5\u00a0cm, then the HC is within normal range, and you should not worry. Generally babies are born with HC of 35-36 CMS, in that case as you can calculate its in normal range. But if you are suspecting enlarging head measure HC monthly, it should not increase more than 0.5 cm monthly. |
Intend to donate my kidney to my son .iam 5 years old and my blood pressure is 138/88 is it ok?. are there risks in doing a kidney transplant at ikdrc using the stem cell treatment or is the conventional transplant better | Hi, thanks for query.First get your self thoroughly examined. Your both kidneys must be properly functioning. Stem cell us an upcoming thing, but at present there are very few centers in world does this. The best thing is talk to your doctor and discuss this at length. There are no problems to the donor in future if his other kidney is doing well. You are asking about transplant at Ahmedabad kidney institute, which is one of the premier institute for this, there is no need to worry about this. Still if you have some queries in your mind, please write me a [email protected], I practice in Ahmadabad only.bye. |
My husband had the Whipple procedure for pancreatic cancer and still has diarrhea issues 8 months later. He lost 60 lbs and is gaining it back slowly. On TPN food bags for the last 2 months and still on them and I would like to start using a juicer for him but dont know what fruits or veggies to use for this type of cancer. Presently his CA19-9 tumor markers are at 160 after surgery they were at 24. This concerns me. Any ideas to get those tumor markers down? He has already gone through the radiation and chemo treatments. Thank you. Dawn Skiba | Hi and thank you so much for this query am so sorry to hear about this persistent diarrhea and the rising tumor markers. The rising tumor markers mean that the tumor was not completely removed and nothing else can be done to ad Chat Doctor. It is rather unfortunate but a majority of persons with incompletely excised pancreatic cancer would most likely not be alive after 6\u00a0months. There is nothing that can be done about this diarrhea as it is due to digestive secretions that flow through especially bile. About starting a juicer, talk to his treating doctor to give his accord. I hope this ad |
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Hi, I have a small lump about the size of a prune about 2 inches above the ankle. I noticed it about 2 weeks ago, and It does not hurt at all. What do you think it is? I m a little concerned because my friend was just diagnosed with soft tissue tumor. Is that an area for me to be concerned? | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some soft tissue tumor like lipoma, neurofibroma or dermatofibroma. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health. |
Hello, my boyfriend found small cracks on his penis head a few months ago. We ignored them. They are getting much worse and very painful especially after intercourse. We have used a special lotion which helped to heal the cuts but right after sex it would only get worse and worse. He is worried he may have caught something, although I know he has not. We have no idea what this could be. Now the pain is so bad he can hardly handle any touch to it. | Hi, I have gone through your query. Cracks on penis is usually suggestive of fungal infection(Picture of the lesion is necessary for actual diagnosis). These can be painful and spread if ignored. He was using ointment for healing cuts. These ointments contain antibacterial, so there is no response. I advise him to use ointment containing antifungal like clotrimazole, maintain proper hygiene of the area and keep the cracks Chat Doctor. Ibuprofen can be taken to reduce pain. Do consider positive feedback as a credit to my work. Let me know if you have any further questions. You can contact me on my page http |
May 27 2014.After a week in hospital with acute pancreatitis (11 visits in 2013) the attending doctor suggested that we try treating the attacks at home using hydromorphone IR, rather going to emergency and then being admitted.Our pharmacist has advised us that this drug is no longer produced; is this correct? Alan Cullum | Hello! Thanks for putting your query in Chat Doctor. I am a Gastroenterologist. HY Chat Doctor. Recurrent acute pancreatitis has many causes like alcohol intake, gallstone, abnormality in pancreatic duct. So first these causes should be ruled out. If you take alcohol then stop it, gallbladder surgery if there is gallstone etc. Even if no cause is found as it may be possible in around 30% of the acute pancreatitis then pain can be controlled in most patients with tramadol and paracetamol only. I don't think there is any need of HY |
Sir, I am Shiv Dutt Mishra (age-31) facing problem of unusual short breathing time to time and seems something stacked in chest portion ,major at sleeping hrs.I got clear ECG report from cardiologist.I consulted doctor again and he provided me tuspel Plus srup. Now whenever I am getting problem i feel relief from the same. Can u please tell me that anything i have to go for test or cause of the problem? | Hello dear, thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your situation and problem. You are having periodic breathlessness. It is seen commonly with asthma and allergic bronchitis. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (pulmonary function test) to rule out asthma and allergic bronchitis. PFT will also tell you about severity of the disease. And treatment is based on severity only. So consult pulmonologist and get done PFT to search for the cause. |
Mrs. SUMITA DEY 45 Yrs Kolkata India 15 days ago, Blood Report Shows Serum | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor!can you please highlight your past medical, surgical and Chat Doctor. It is very unusual for a 45 years old female to have such high renal function tests. Do you have any underlying chronic disease like diabetes, hypertension, etc? Did you have repeated episodes of urinary tract infections? Or any chronic backache issues? Any history of renal calculi(stones). I would also like to see your urine R/E report, whether there is any proteinuria(proteins in urine) or hematuria(blood in urine) also an Ultrasound of kidneys is of great importance here(kidney size, echogenicity and cortico-medullary differentiation is of importance here). Serum calcium, albumin and phosphate levels should be known. Serum creatinine of 9 is really high and merits dialysis (unless it is due to deny |
Hi, I am a 27 year old male and an avid workout enthusiast. I recently completed a 19 week training program and noticed a lump above my belly button when I pushed inward. It is not protruding outward and does not hurt to touch or move. It also has not limited my range of motion in any manner. Over the course of the week I have rested and the lump has decreased. I initially thought hernia, but could it be an abdominal strain? | HI, Good Evening.@My current impression of your case is -Epigastric Hernia due to the defect in the Line Alba, which protrudes due to increased Intra-abdominal pressures during the work-out.-Other possibility could be -Para-umbilical Hernia due to the defect just above belly button-Pre-peritoneal fat herniation without any entrappment-or/ non-trapped pre-peritoneal fat.-abdominal strain is the cause of the above three diseases. I would advise Sports Medicine-doctor-to help you out on the corrective steps to relive of this problemRevert after 2 was for review of your case at Chat Doctor by direct private query. Hope this resolves your issues with your health ailment. Write strong recommendations without fail ASAP. Good Night from INDIA. With Regards Chat Doctor. N. Super-specialist in NCCD-Non-Curable Chronic Disorders and Rejuvenation therapies in tissue and organ failures |
Hello Doctor, I am in very big trouble please help me. My mother is 58 years old and she feels burning sensation in legs, hands and on stomach. We have consulted dermatologist, skin specialist but nothing came in reports. We have already performed urine, blood test, ecg, Blood pressure and so many other test but everything is normal. Now we are in confusion what shall we do so that she can sleep properly. Every night she doesn t sleep well. Can it be related to nervous system disorder? And if yes then what shall be do? | Hello, I have studied your case. I think that following can because of her symptoms.1. Serum B 12 deficiency2. Low calcium and b 123. Diabetes or thyroid4. Nerve compression in spine I would suggest you to get her serum B12 and vitamin D-3 level estimation. I f there is any deficiency than you need to supplement those Chat Doctor. If there is compression in the spine than she will need pregabalin m tablet daily. If nerve compression is more than 50 % than it will need surgery. I hope this answer will be useful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions. Thanks |
my daughter has a strong fishy smell when she pees. she also says it hurts to pee. she has had at least 2 uti in the last 2 months. she gets her medicine and it clears up but then it comes back. is it a uti or is there something else wrong? she is 10 years old. | Hi, It seems that she is having recurrent urinary tract infection. This might be due to resistant bacteria or less sensitive to antibiotics. This might be due to poor local hygiene. Go for routine and microscopic urine check up.If you require go for culture and sensitivity test. Go for ultrasound of kidneys for having any problem in kidneys. After reports go for treatment accordingly. Clean the genital parts properly while giving shower. Give her enough water. Ok and take care. |
My son has a platelet count of 71 is asymptomatic, however tested positive to CMV & glandular fever. How long do platelets take to regenerate? If positive to the virus, could this be a cause of persistent thrombocytopenia? Autoimmune disorders have all tested negative. Thanks | Hi, yes many viral infections are known to cause thrombocytopenia(decrease of platelets) due to their direct effect on bone marrow and decreased production.glandular fever is generally caused by ABV.CMV is not a routine causative.treatment with valgancyclovir is good for CMV infection.as soon as the infection comes down the platelet counts start raising.in fact there is an excess production in the initial recovery.hope my answer helps you if you have any more queries I would be happy to answer. |
hi, i am on the implanon birth control and have been smoking weed for about three months now. i havent had my period in over two yrs but about two weeks ago i had a light pink discharge when i wiped. after that day i have been feeling sick n have nausea . could the weed be taking off the effect of my birthcontrol? could i be pregnant? i also been having alot of headaches | Hello there. Implant is a hormonal device. Side effects of implant use include lighter, irregular and infrequent bleeding. Sometimes there are no periods at all which is not accountable to pregnancy if the device was used in the right way. So your pink discharge can be due to the side effect of implant. Nausea, headache, sore breasts and weight gain are also seen with implant use. Smoking does not affect the contraceptive efficacy of implant, but it does predispose you to serious side effects associated with implant like stroke and blood clots. So it is better if you stop smoking with implant in situ. You can test for pregnancy just to be sure. Secondly I want you to visit your gynecologist for an internal examination to rule out other causes of unexpected vaginal bleeding (pink discharge). A Pap smear is also mandatory if you have not done in the past one year. TAKE CARE. |
Do I have anxiety?! I am a 17 year old female in Grade 12, about to graduate this year. I started getting these feelings in grade 11- around the end of the year. I felt as if my confidence had completely been wiped out. I used to be an outgoing person, I loved to be outside, I loved to do things with my friends, and family. I loved to be around people. I feel these feelings started after I was kicked out of my house. I had moved in with some friends and my boyfriend. I felt depressed for a little while after that; I then felt like uneasyness around other people. I thought maybe it was just because I was around people I didnt really know, or thought were familiar. I feel its been getting worse---over moderation. It comes for a little while, then dies off... and I feel normal, but I somehow I think of that feeling again, and I know its lurking.. and it will be back. I feel uneasy around people, I cant look some people in the eyes; for a long time, its even hard sometimes for a short amount of time. I feel so judged by other people, and Its like im scared what people think of me, or what they say. I twitch sometimes, I feel really uneasy when people look at me, or stare at me. I also get shakes sometimes, I feel cold . I walk around a feel a skip in my steps, and I feel like my legs arent a part of me. I just feel so awkward and out of place, I don t know what to do; I know I should go to the doctor---- but please someone tell me what I should say or do? can anyone answer me please. I know for a fact that I am not crazy. I need some hope. the only person I can feel normal around is my boyfriend, but lately I have been getting the feelings AROUND HIM! AND I hate it, because right now I feel he is all I have.. SOMEONE ANSWER PLEASE! | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. For other people, you may sound crazy, but for us, you are perfect. You are a teenager. You have some developmental tasks such as role identification, which is a bit confusing. Conflicting. Don't worry. Every teenager goes through these paths. You are just disappointed with your current life. Avoiding others and avoiding going between people, are behavior which are part of these conflicts. Don't misunderstand. Forget and ignore these problems and concentrate on your studies and career. In case if you need more explanation in this regard, please post a direct query to me in this website. I am happy to explain. Hope this answers your concerns. Good luck. |
My daughter was diagnosed with klierkoors two days ago, she keeps on complaining that she is very hot, but her skin is cold, she hardly eats anything and also do not drink a lot. she is also nausea and her stomach aches, which causes her to refuse to drink her medicine, is this normal? | Scarlet FeverScarlet fever is caused by certain types of bacteria diestreptokokkus. It usually occurs in child Chat Doctor. The child usually complains suddenly have a sore throat, headache enmaagpyn and a high fever. A rash appears after two to three days, until the armholes groin, on the body and limbs. The skin folds are a darker red. The cheeks are red and isbleekheid the mouth. The tongue first with white and later lagiebedek strawberry. The glands in the neck is tender and enlarged. Without treatment the temperature after about ten days. The face, body and especially the hands and feet peeling. \"NAntibiotikum is necessary to eradicate the infection, and the first choice is still penicillin - by injection, orally, and in severe cases intravenously. A child who is allergic to penicillin should eritromisienontvang. Paracetamol relieves sore throat and reduce daiquiri. Scarlet fever can be dangerous, though ditdeesdae considered less serious. Possible komplikasiessluit in tonsil abscess, sinusitis and ear infections, rheumatic fever nierontstekingen. The child from the other child |
I am a 5 year survivor of nasopharygeal carcinoma. My worse side affect is the breathing issues that I am now having. I also have a deviated spectrum. The muscus is so bad and thick and I rinse with nasal rinse 7-8 times a day. Any suggestions to help with this, and when talking to others what is the medical turn used for this issue? Thanks for any suggestions! | Thanks for your question I completely understand your question you may be suffering from upper / lower resp tract infection along with rhino sinusitis you need to consult a pulmonologist to evaluate the condition and to rule out other causes like Mets. Pulmonologist may start you on some broad spectrum antibiotics and nasal decongestants like lifetime and fexofenadinesteam inhalation three times ll help you can discuss the above-mentioned diagnosis and treatment with the pulmonologist who will guide u regarding the disease and prescribe you the treatment thanks feel free to ask more questions may god bless you with good health |
my mother has been suffering from low HB level for past 2 yrs. A week back she got some tests done which indicate kidney disease. She also got and X ray of skull done which says sella is widened anterioposteriorly with thinning of posterior clinoid processes . We are awaiting few more test results, after which Doctor will prescribe medicine. MEanwhile her urea , creatinine level are v high. 24 hr urine test has shown v high protein level. She is suffering from UTI as well. What do u think can be diagnisis? What does all this indicate? I understand stages of CKD , what stage wud this be? Is Skull test related to CKD? How can we establish what is causing what? | Dear friend, welcome to Chat Doctor. How old is your mother?diabetic? Recurrent Otis?yes, the picture looks like that of CKD, probably a UTI related AKA (acute kidney injury). This could be stage L or E of RIFLE criteria. Pl. let me know the results of all the tests to comment meaningfully. Enlarge sell is not typical in CKD. Could be unrelated or calcium metabolism related .pl. follow your nephrologists advice and keep me posted on the progress. Detailed evaluation including, USG, urine culture, probably kidney biopsy in due course will be done. Hope I have answered you satisfactorily. Good luck! |
i was put on a 2.5 bystolic blood pressure pill Jan 5, when my company wanted it below 90 on the bottom for me to drive. it was 140/108 at 1 pm. I have been under a good deal of stress due to a friend committing suicide. I was sitting last night typing an email and my heart went to beating faster than ever.....I had earlier in day been shopping, ate a steak and had a margarita. I drove back to my parents 45 miles...then had relaxed for about 1hr. I am 57. my blood pressure was 103/62 pulse 89 during the heart racing. My normal blood pressure is 127/78.....I havent taken a blood pressure pill for 5 days.....Will this cause the problem.....it was scary feeling. I have not been on a blood pressure pill for over 15 years ago....which I only took 6 months. I do not smoke at all. | The blood pressures that you report most recently are not high. You should let your doctor know that you have stopped taking medication. The racing sensation is probably not related to medication. Blood pressure recording should not be sporadic. Single measures are not very helpful. Decisions are best made from an average value from a two-week span. Record your blood pressure on a schedule every day. When you meet with your doctor again, bring the record to help determine the need for medicine. |
hi doctor me bhot time se pimples ki problm se suffer ho rahi hu mere pimples bhot red ho jate he and pus wale pain wale and blood bhi nikalata he me erytop ointment use karti hu kya aap bata sakte he vo sahi he ya nahi or me absolute 3g tablts bhi leti hu pls give a solution of my problem my age is 25 years | Hi.dear Anisha., Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor., Pimples are common problem in everywhere., Pain and pus with pimples called PUSTULES., It is 3rd grade of ACNE VULGARISM., So follow ....1) Tab Isotretinoin 20 mg daily for 2 months.,2) Tab.AZITHROMYCIN 250 mg daily nighttimes for 1 week.,3) 1% Clindamycin (DECLINE) ...apply on face.2 times daily...,4) Take plenty of vegetables and fresh fruits.ok.than |
hi, i fractured the radial head on my right arm 4 days ago now. i have had a few issues with temp casts until i can get into the fracture clinic (not for another 10days). i am now out of a cast in a sling strapped to my body and have a sock type thing supporting my arm also. i am a little worried about this tingly numb feeling im getting in my arm but mostly my hand. my fingers and palm still feel numb and have noticed my thumb and index finger are going slightly yellow too. this is making me little anxious but have mentioned the numbness already and nothing was really said about it. i have been have anxiety attacks over the past 2 days which ive never had before but im finding it all a bit overwhelming | Hi, as you mentioned you have fractured your radial bone. And you are not into the cast as well. Usually there will be a little of nerve irritation which is giving you a feeling of numbness, tingling, pain, etc. symptoms. Now depending on which side of the hand you are getting this sensation is important to note. You can go back to hospital and meet the physician and discuss it. Usually if the nerve is irritated we need to actually wait for the nerve to respond. Now the type of fracture you haven't mention here. So if it's a compound fracture it might be something to look into for and if it's a simple fracture then need to take a CT or MRI scan to find out the extent of injury it has happened and if any nerve is irritated. I hope you will visit the physician and discuss the same. With the grace of God I wish you a speedy recovery |
My cousins child had been identified with dengue fever last week and admitted in hospital with platelet count around 1lakh. She got discharged 3 days back and started having loose motion green in color from that night itself. dr gave medicine for diarrhea; the color has changed but still she is passing stools very frequently and they are very loose. What could be the reason? | Reclothe acute episode of uncomplicated dengue fever usually last for a week. This diarrhea is not related to dengue illness. The loose stool may persist for 5-7 days. The main aim of management in diarrhea is to prevent deny Chat Doctor. Give her Zinc syrup with some probiotic for early recovery. If there is decreased urinary frequency or decreased oral acceptance consult your doctor immediately. Regards |
Hello sir/madam I am sharad I have a problem that my gums is bleeding and gums curve not around teeth when I smile it looks very bad so what should I do please help me. | Hell, Thanks for posting your query. From the details produced, your gums are heavily infected and swollen. Get thorough scaling done. If required, shaping of gums can be done. Rinse your mouth after every meal to prevent plaque accumulation. Brush your teeth twice daily. Use chlorhexidine mouth rinse to gargle. Use soft bristled toothbrush and clean your teeth in back-forth, up-down motion. Take care. |
Hi. I have been sick for about a week, my sides hurt from coughing and I am having a hard time breahing, and when I breathe in it feels cold, I havent ate in four days and I have been couhging to the point of throwing up and I am weak and have been coughing so bad I feel like I am going to pass out. I have the shakes and I am freezing but my temperature is at 38.4Celcious. I have been to the emergency in my town and they sent me home and siad it was nothing, any suggestions? | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your situation and problem. In my opinion you should immediately consult pulmonologist and get done1. Clinical examination of respiratory system.2. Chest x ray3. PUT (pulmonary function test). There are few possibilities in your case. Like1. Lower respiratory tract infection (LETI) like pneumonia or tuberculosis.2. Bronchitis. So, chest x-ray is needed to rule out lung infection.PFT is needed to rule out bronchitis. So better to first consult pulmonologist, diagnose yourself and then start appropriate treatment.Don't worry, you will be alright. |
hi doc. 2 months ago i once noted upon movement of my left leg while sitting down a sudden shooting pain on my inner thigh. i was so in pain that i have to hold my left thigh just to position in back because i might have wrongly turned it. since then i have slight pain in my left thigh when walking. my mother noticed i was walking awkwardly. i searched the internet and it was a positive trendelenburg sign. but when i take pain relievers like mefenamic the pain subsides and somehow i managed to walk a bit straight when theres no pain. i also noticed i cannot do a straight leg raise on my left leg while lying in supine position. when i try to raise my left leg i can see the muscles of my thigh twitching all over like they are not in synchrony. | Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of nerve root there is pain in your thigh. Another possibility of hip pathology. I will advise you to do MRI spine and hip after clinical examination. For these symptoms analgesic and neurotrophic medication can be started. Till time, avoid lifting weights, Sit with support to back. You can consult physiotherapist for help. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and inferential therapy will give quick relief. I will advise checking your it B12 and it D3 level. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care. |
my dad has copd. over the weekend he got too hot and passed out if you will. he got light headed and we sat him in a chair and his eyes rolled back, and he started shaking and sweating. he does not remember anything. he came to in about 5 to 7 seconds later, could this be some type of seizure? or is this common in patients with copd?? thank you in advance for your response. | Hello, Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor for posting your query. I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through. It could very well be a seizure. That will require detailed evaluation using an EEG. Hope I am able to answer your concerns. If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you. In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below-mentioned link |
Hi, i had a tooth taken out about a month ago ,the cause started with receeding gums,which caused infection,and became to loose to save, i also have a recceding gum on a front tooth, i had never had problems with it before, but now my lower front gums are stinging,i brush mt teeth twice daily,and use a mouth wash 3 times a day, | Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Read your query. The loose teeth, recession , inflammation all shows signs of chronic periodontitis. Using the mouth wash thrice will not help as it may cause over usage and in turn stain the teeth. I would advise you to visit a periodontist in your area and get your teeth cleaned professionally and then use the mouth wash for a few days. Use the proper technique of brushing. Use a desensitizing paste for a while. Once the teeth are cleaned and maintained well, the recession and mobility may reduce. If still persistent recession, the periodontist will plan the next treatment for recession. Hope this was useful. Thanks and regards. |
I have been having pain in my lower back for several days and nights. Did not fall or bang it on anything. could it be kidneys? Both sides. Hurts to lie down, get up,always. thanks Did not realize there was a charge for this. Please disregard. | Hello and Welcome to Ask A Doctor service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Sir kindly get your self examined and get ultrasound abdomen done also MRI spine to rule out of you have any disc prolapse. Without examination or investigation it's difficult for us advise for few problems. Hope you understand the constraints of online consultation. I hope this info Helps You Sort out your problems and if you feel its helpful kindly give me user thank vote happy health! Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hi is a posterior annular disc tear in the L5-S1 worst than a torn tendon? I was a customer service rep for 17 years, sitting at my desk for 8 hours (the 8 hours was mandatory to meet my daily statistics) could the 17 years of sitting have caused the torn disc? and if the torn disc resulted from being a customer service rep for 17 years if i went back to work will the tear reoccur. thanks for your time. | Hello, Discs do undergo degenerative changes with age and may be difficult to pinpoint it to the sitting at desk for 8 hours. However, sometimes abnormal postures while sitting at desk pose excessive strain on the vertebrae which can and should be avoided. The tear takes some time to heal, and you can go back to work. Once it has torn there remains a possibility of it recurring irrespective of the job that you do. Learn some physiotherapy, avoid unhealthy postures and everything should be fine. Good luck. |
I have twins who was born after 31.5 week pregnancy by cesarean section. They stayed inside incubator for one month. They are 3 months old now, the second twin has started stretching her neck backward as result of colic or cramp as I note if there is another reason I don t know. The twins are fed by infant formula (artifitial milk) S-26. the second twins starts stretching her neck backward for 6 hours every day, crying as well, I want to know is this as result of lacking some digestive enzymes or there is another problems, I make her burp after feeding her, I used feeding bottle that prevents gas entering beside anti-colic medicine, but I don t see any results, what should I do? | HI...by what you quote I feel that the infant is having severe form of GER (gastroesophageal reflux). The stiffening and stretching of neck backwards is called Sanders syn Chat Doctor. Your daughter will need - 1. Antireflux therapy - Proton pump inhibitors + antiemetics2. Always make her lie down in a propped up position - as in the care seat. She should not be sleeping completely flatly.3. Avoid heavy feeding and feeding more times and in small liquors.4. This type of GER is the root cause for the constipation she is having. She needs expert gastroenterology consultation. Regards - |
My father (age 75) has mouth disease symptoms like purpule blue colour appreance in one side of toung and gingivitis and pain in chest , he cant able to eat any soild food. pls give me your valuble guidlines and treatment required for this ? | Hi Elumalai, How are your fathers general health? BP/diabetes/cardiac/renal problems? Visit an Oral medicine specialist ASAP to ascertain what the cause of his problems are. Once oral infection is cleared, he will be able to eat better. Meanwhile, use TATUM mouthwash/McCoppin ointment 20\u00a0min before meals to prevent discomfort. Oral infection has been known to aggravate chest/heart problems so do not delay the Chat Doctor. Thanks & best wishes to your father |
Hi i am 62 male builder by trade .for the last six months i have been so tired.so bad i can fall asleep standing up if i lean on something.i dont smoke. drink sometimes eat well 5foot 9 .weigh 92 kilos.i have been to my doctor no problems heart blood pressure.only thing has come to lite is my psa level is higher than he would like .any ideas please its driving me nuts .thanx Ray | Hello, THX to contact us. I understand your concern. If I am your doctor I suggest you that it is suggestive of malignancy of prostate. PSA is Prostate Specific Antigen it is produced by the cancer cells of the prostate. So if their level is increasing it is necessary to do Trans rectal ultrasonography of the prostate. I will be happy to answer more of your concerns, kindly know me, Wish you a very good health at Chat Doctor. Chat Doctor. Infectious Disease. |
Hi this is Jayanta from Mumbai,i have a chronic lower back pain named lumbar spine, do regular streching exercise on back helps me little, walking more than 10 minutes starts paining on my left foot is now showing little numbness. What would be remedies Pl. advice.I have multiple gall bladder stones too is this a harmfull or causing this problem. | Hi Samantha, After going through your history, I strongly suspect it could be lumbar spondylosis. In lumbar spondylosis, there will be pain due to nerve compression in between the vertebra. Back pain with pain and numbness in the area where the nerve supplies is commonly seen. I would advise you to get an x-ray done for confirmation. I can advise you the following |
Hai doctor I am 22 year old and my husband 26 , I am suffering from pcod but I have a normal ovulation and regular periods . A detailed semen analysis of my husband shows sperm count -10millions, active motility -10%, sluggish motility 40% dead -50%, morphology 15% . according this report how much chance to get pregnant | Hello, Thanks for the query to H.CM. Forum. Let me explain to you the fertility and infertility. Normal fertility associated with > 48 million /mL sperm counts (in your husband case it is 10 million/mL). Motility more than 63 % with > 13 % normal morphology. Sub fertility associated with less than 13 million/mL., motility of In my opinion consult a sex specialist and get his opinion as sperm count is less. Good luck. |
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