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Have severe and constant back pain hi. i suffer from constant and limiting back pain. i have been diagnosed with degenerative disc disease, syringomyelia, schmorels nodes, slight scoliosis and today was diagnosed with scheuermanns disease by a surgeon. can u tell me what scheuermanns disease is, i can only find info a...
Scheuermann's disease is a malformation of the backbones, commonly of the thoracic spine of the mid back. You should pursue a rigorous course of physical therapy, because while some with the condition benefit from surgery, it is very extensive and complicated and should be considered a last resort. Other options with t...
What causes sudden pain in stomach? The other day I was out shopping and suddenly got an extremely bad stomach ach and had to go home the next morning I tried going to work and about an hour into being there the pain was so unbearable I couldn t do anything and had to go home and the same thing happend Sunday morning ...
Hello.Thanks for writing to HCMI will advise to start antacids [proton pump inhibitors like] rabeprazole 20 mg twice a day.Sucralfate will protect gastric mucosa and will give protective covering.Gastric hyperacidity can lead to altered mouth tasteIf hyperacidity is corrected you will be normal.Hope this answers your ...
Stable angina, like seizures mixed with shortness of breath. Prescribed with hydroxyzine pamoate. How to cure? Hi, my girlfriend went to the hospital yesterday, she has stable angina, she has like seizures mixed with shortness of breath/trouble breathing to where I have to give her mouth to mouth. When this happens s...
Hi,Thank you for posting your query.Based on the description, a clear cut diagnosis of your girlfriend's problem has not been made. A successful treatment can only be started once the correct diagnosis is made.Are her seizures due to a brain abnormality or are they non-epileptic? This can be answered if you consult a n...
Have I lost a part of my tooth while flossing as there is crack in back of front teeth? yesterday, while flossing,a chunk fell out and now I have a crack in the back of one of my front teeth. I know I have been stupid in the past to avoid the dentist for so long but I'm really scared. I have booked an appointment for ...
Hello, thank you for consulting with healthcaremagic. I think there is nothing to worry as the tooth structure is the hardest substance in your body which will not just chip out with a floss, it must be the calculus (hard plaque).Yes but in a case when your tooth is infected from a long time in that it becomes brittle ...
Is chemotherapy needed to cure stomach cancer? Hello doctor,my uncle is suffering from stomach cancer .right now his check-up going on tata memorial hospital mumbai.there doctor told me first he give the kemo therapy and after that he operate my uncle. so my father is think before operate we consult 2 more doctor.s...
Hi,Thanks for writing in.Every cancer patient is different and accurate staging is to be done before giving treatment. Tata memorial hospital mumbai is a research center and they might have accurately done staging for your uncle. I guess the doctors want to shrink the tumor with chemotherapy and then proceed with surge...
What could be the lump on mons pubis? I shaved my bikini area and a few days later a lump appeared on my mons pubis. I thought it was a pimple because a little bit of pus came out of it. what can it be?I'm 16 - 17 next month, about 4'11 and a half, and 136 lbs. Im not sexually active, and i exercise weekly
Hi, thanks for writing to HCM!Well, If I were your treating Doctor for this case of a pus-filled mons pubis lump, I would come up with only few possibilities as follows:1. folliculitis2. small sebaceous cyst3. skin infection in minor cut injuryTherefore, Nothing to worry about this condition, but you must take some top...
Cream for acne scar removal i have acne scar, and tried kaya services, 3 -4 yrs back, did not get the desiered results. have gone thr peels with kaya. Have done peels with apollo chennai, 3 times. it was ok for some time then ack to the same issu with scars have tried clindacmicin, retinol etc, all adviced by various ...
whatever treatment u ve mentioned would be beneficial for superficial acne scars, and for deeper scars, surgical modialities are beneficial. for the evaluation of resistant acne it is essential to have a hormonal evaluation. kindly send in pics to give u a better opinion. Dr.Resham Vasani MD, DNB, FCPS, DDV Anand Poly...
Suggest home remedies for swelling and pain in the right eye I experienced some sharp pain in my right eye after working in the garden with eye make-up. Then afterwards I washed my eyes and realised it was a bit red and swollen. I put lots of eye drops since I have dry eyes and occasionally my eyes are watery. Anyw...
Hello Thanks for posting to HCM Eye Drops zoxan home remedies Rose water. eye exercise with regards
What does this MRI report of brain indicate? my wife s MRI plain and contrast reports- a non enhancing cystic lesion in left anterior parietal region? prominent perivascular space. what to do. her pain in rt side of head is 7 yrs old. her age is 43 body wt 58 ht 162 twin sons 16 yrs mother thanks dr rk rawat 0000
Hello,A cystic lesion which is non enhancing is a by chance finding not related to headache. and you need need nothing to do for this cystic lesion. If that has some contents or if it is contrast enhanced in its center or in its peripheries then only it is suspicious or need further workup (which is not in your case).H...
Is it fine to take my tablets at 12 noon before my colonoscopy? On Sunday between 5 and 6 o'clock I will be taking Osmoprep pills and water in preparation for a colonoscopy procedure scheduled for 9 am on Monday. Usually at night before I go to bed I take Anastrozole 1mg, Montelukast sod 10mg, and Zyrtec when needed. ...
Hi and welcome to HCM. Thanks for the query.Yes, it is ok. it will not cause significant change in bowel motility or fulness so you dont have to be worried if you were following recommendations for bowel preparation.Wish you good health. Regards
Q. These two small bumps suddenly turned big. Is this a sebaceous cyst? Hello doctor,I spoke to a dermatologist on here. I had two small bumps about 2 to 3 mm in size ever since I was younger and I am confident it is not a sexually transmitted disease. They were on the tip of the foreskin of the penis. Just two days a...
Hello. I have seen the images sent by you (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Do you have pain or fever? Yes, it definitely looks like a sebaceous cyst. You should take antibiotics as prescribed. When infection and inflammation subsides you will require getting it removed surgically. If swelling and infl...
Is lower abdominal pain and headache common after taking unwanted 72 or is she pregnant ? sir my G.F has taken Unwanted 72 two days ago , no vomitting happened she felt pain in lower abdominal and some headche whole night . but from last one day she is not feeling good , she is feeling headache and there are dark ci...
HiWelcome to Healthcare-MagicGreetings of the dayIf she has taken the unwanted 72 within 72 hours of unprotected sex, its unlikely that she is pregnant.Her symptoms could possibly explained by hormonal pill induced migraine, which causes headache and vomiting.As the vomiting occured days after intake of pill,it will no...
Why do I have irregular periods after removing implanon? I had my Implanon removed about two months ago and I have had completely irregular periods ever since. It started about two weeks after removal and went for about five days, then three weeks later another that lasted seven days and then a week after that another...
Hello,Thanks for trusting us with your health concern. In the current scenario, your abnormal menstrual pattern is more likely due to the withdrawal effect of the hormones since the Implanon is removed. If the disturbance does not settle in a month or two you need to have further evaluation. You can use styptics to con...
What causes a buzzing feeling in the groin while breathing? for about a week now I have had a buzzing feeling in my groin when i breath in and out. I thought it might be my cell phone, then maybe the sound from the TV so i turned everything off or put away in another room, and it still does it when i breath in and out...
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your situation and problem. By your history and description, possibility of inguinal hernia is more. Inguinal hernia is mostly containing bowel loops. These loops are hollow and balloon like structure. During breathing, intra abdominal pressure increases a...
What causes red bumps along the gumline of the teeth? I have small red bumps along the gumline of my teeth. Between my middle two teeth and along the top of one to the side. Its doesn't hurt, Ive also been wearing my retainer and they only appeared after I put the retainer on. I'm supposed to wear it daily but I choos...
thanks for your query, i have gone through your query. the bumps ocuring on the gum line could be secondary to the irritation caused by the retainer or it can be because of gum infection. consult a oral physician and get yourself examined. if any sharp margins are get it trimmed. if it is gum infection then get your te...
What is the recommended dosage for Diof and Vibact in children? Hello,My child is 7yr old with wt about 16 kg. He is ommited two times with stomach ACK. I have diof (oflox 50 mg/5ml and metronidazole 100 mg/5ml) and Vibact (pre and Probiotic granules for oral suspension). Can I give this to child. If yes, please provi...
thanks for asking sandip i gone through your question, your seven year old child is suffering from vomiting and stomach ache.Most common cause of vomiting and stomach ache is stomach up set. If i was your treating pediatrician i would prescribe drug for vomiting like syp domperidome and drug for stomach like antacid ...
What should I do after taking the last pill of minigynon? hey i got the shot on the 26 of october and started taking minigynon of the 2 of november i started my peroid on the 12th of november and it hasnt stopped,i hvnt stopped taking the pills, today is the last pill and i am not sure what to do nx do i continue on t...
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. You should continue your pill and give break as usual. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
What causes pain in breast bone? I have had pain in my right breast bone, under armpit and around to shoulder blade on and off for about a week now. My shoulder blade hurts when I lie down and sometime wakes me up at night. I have taken advil and put on bengay and have gotten some relief. The pain goes away and then c...
Hi. This can be pain from the lungs, lung covering or the ribs. You should be investigated thoroughly to exclude lung infections or bony pathology like metastases (sadly) from other areas in the body. You will have to go to ER and have X-Rays or CT scan if indicated as soon as possible.
Q. Should stitching be done immediately for a gash above the eyebrow? Hello doctor,A 6-year-old boy had an accidental fall while riding a scooter. Got a gash above the eyebrow. He was wearing spectacles, and the lens might have caused the gash. Took him to the nearby hospital, where they have given painkillers and ant...
Hello. It is good if the primary treatment was given immediately. As the wound is on the face, above the eyebrow, it would be advisable that a plastic surgeon does the suturing. As it would be cosmetically better in all aspect. Waiting overnight would not cause any major difference in the remission and healing of the w...
Is pregnancy possible while on birth control pill? hello, when i first started taking my pill i came on evan if i was ten mins late..i recently had sex oin my most fertile day- unprotected..i started again on my pill and havent come on when i took it. this is unusual for me. could you give me some advise or your opini...
Hello,I would like to know if you have discontinued using the oral contraceptive pill for sometime and started using it again after the unprotected intercourse. If so, chances of pregnancy are high and you need to go for a pregnancy test.If you have been regular with your medicines throughout, your cycle is well protec...
Suggest treatment for missing teeth hey my daughter is 15 years old and missing her front tooth. Her tooth has been missing for 7 years now and we really want it to grow back. The dentist say that its up their but its not coming down. Can she get a flipper or denture until we get the money to pay for her mouth?
thankyou for posting in HCM.The impacted tooth can be brought to its position by using orthodontic treatment.you can use a removable denture or artificial tooth till you can afford for the treatment.hope this helps.
What causes itchy bumps on shaft of penis post unprotected sex? I m 33 and have been with my lady for 9 years. We have been having unprotected sex for 8 of them. It s 2014 and since 2012 I have been getting these little bumps on my shaft seems like every 6 months and when I go to the hospital to get them Checked out t...
Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Threre are many cause of the pus filled bump on the penis some of them are herpes, chancroid, granuloma inguinale etc.Exact nature of the infection can only be known once the Grams sta...
Is there any problem when different blood group people marry ? what happens when a person having a1 blood group having an b blood group I am A+ and my boyfriend is A1+ .. is there a problem if we get married ?
Hi, Welcome to Healthcare magic forum, Group does not matter but Rh factor does, If u both are + then no problem for ur married life and ur children, only if u were -ve and ur partner +ve then the chances of problem for ur baby exists, since both are +ve u can go ahead, all the best. Hope I have answered ur question, R...
What causes pain in lower back whenever hungry? I have a pain in my lower back whenever I m hungry. The pain can be in the right or left or both sides. I had tests done and showed that I have overgrown bacteria. I was given Omeprazole 40 mg and Metronidazole 250 mg. It has helped a bit but the problem still exist.
Hi,Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that you has pain in back whenever I am hungry . It suggest that pain is due to acidity. So regularly take omeprazole which you are taking. Also take your food on time so that acidity does not occur. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about ...
Can I conceive with multiple small follicles in both ovaries and irregular periods? day from LMP: 12th day Multiple small follicles in both ovaries (4 - 6 mm.) from the past one year irregular periods am i still capable of conceiving, if possibles which day follicle matures n ruptures since follicle size is 6mm. on 12...
Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. You have irregular periods, since one year. If the cause is the P.C.O.S, it is better to get it treated for good conception. For an woman with regularly irregular periods means every 20 days, or 35 days etc, the day of the ovulat...
Suggest treatment for severe back pain similar to pinched nerve IM 26 5'5 and 230lbs. I've gained alot of weight since having my 2nd child back in 2008. My question is why am I suffering from severe back pains almost like pinched nerves?It hurt so bad I have to crawl on the ground because the slightest pain will send ...
you have severe back ache.more over u are over weight.you didnt mention about any radiating pain to the legs which suggestive of sciatica like pain due to disc prolapse.did you have any history of fall?what is ur occupation?for timebeing take absolute bed rest and analgesics like Flexon-MR(diclofenac&chlorozoxozone)twi...
How to control the high bilirubin count? Hi This is Harish, I 22 years old . I am a software engineer. I am affected by jaundice for last 6 months, my billurubin level is always changing that too excess in indirect count and my direct count is always in normal. (total Bilurubin : 2.7 direct:0.5 indirect : 2.2 lik...
Hi Harish,Looking at the clinical history and excess indirect bilirubin, i would think of hemolysis as the major cause.The RBC is being broken at increased levels, which is more than the liver load, and hence you are having indirect bilirubin in high levels.If you get a "reticulocyte count" test done and it is more, th...
Rash under armpit. No itching or fever. Reason for concern? Hello, my daughter has a rash under her armpit for about two weeks now. i called to make an appointment to have it looked at three days before my vacation and they explained that a rash without fever and itching is not dangerous. I have an appointment for nex...
Hi, As stated by you that the rash does not produce any symptoms, there is nothing to get worried about. There are many diseases which may appear as asymptomatic rash in axilla region like erythrasma, acanthosis nigricans, at times even dermatophytosis may be symptomless. Most of these conditions are treatable. Acantho...
Are recurrent welts on lower abdomen and under arms a sign of lupus? I have wells down my sides ,under my arm my face is swollen , I also have a well on the back of my head and my forehead is sore. I was diagnosis with Lupus is this possible to be Lupus or something else I went to the doctor Monday he gave me cream an...
This looks like urticaria which can be due to lupus or may not be . Your treating doctor will run the required tests and let you know.
What could lumps on jaw suggest? I have a hard, painless, lump under my jaw (towards the back.) It has been there for about 3 months...What could it be? I have spoke with a dentist, who wasn't sure and referred me to an oral surgeon; however, it is taking a long time to get an appointment scheduled...
Hi..Thanks for the query..A hard painless lump under the jaw can be due to a number of reasons like 1. If it is a painless and freely movable lump it can be due to lymph node swelling which is commonly seen in case of near of distant infection in the body..2.If it is a diffused swelling which increase during eating it ...
What causes lump on knee after falling? I fell over a year ago and the area directly after my knee remained with a now noticeable lump on each of my legs, in the exact same spot.I do not have diabetes,high blood pressure or any health issues currently. The swelling does reduce when i took water pills,prescribed after ...
Hi,DEar,thanks for your query to HCM.I studied your query in depth.1-In My opinion the painless lumps on both the knees -post trauma a year back,which reduces on the water-pills(Tb Lasix-?) is mostly a -MB Cyst or the Patellar Bursa-Cyst.2-I dont think it to be from the vein,for which I would advise Surgeons consultat...
Q. I have delayed period and pregnancy test showed white line. Am I pregnant? Hello doctor, I am five days delayed now and feel light to moderate cramping for almost one week and sometimes nausea. I took the pregnancy test, the cheapest one and the result is weird because instead of a pink or red line, it shows a whit...
Hi. You are right. Urine pregnancy test and transvaginal scan are unable to detect very early pregnancy. So, for that, we can use a blood pregnancy test (serum beta hCG). It is clearly detecting pregnancy status. For urine infection, you can have a urinalysis and urine culture, lots of water and cranberry juice. If in...
Q. Is it true? Tooth Infection may cause redness below the eyes? Hi doctor, I have about six broken teeth. They are a mess. I am so scared of the dentist, but I need to see one. I am in constant pain all the time. I have had two abscesses in the last six months. I had eye infections as well on the same side. I am sure...
Hi. Yes, the tooth infection can cause redness below the eyes. Please go to a dentist soon, and there is no need for fear as dentists are very smooth and painless in their treatment methods and you will not even know it. If the tooth is restorable and you can afford it, then root canal treatment is the treatment of cho...
Why am i getting angry? hi this isnt really a health question but in a way it is affecting my health. i have always had a problem with my anger and as a result it is pushing away the people that i love (my partner and my son) im looking into anger managment classes as we speak to try and fix this but there is one thin...
DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I can understand your problem. But this is not a problem at all. What shall be your reaction when there is a sudden traffic jam? When you had to stand in front of your boss when he is upset? When your boss scolds at you? When ...
What causes joints soreness and a swollen thumb? Hi All my joints have been sore and one of my fingers near my thumb is swollen with the swelling going up on the top of the hand My friend just told me that she has shingles Just wondering could there be s chance that I have it to I even feel like the top of my hand nea...
Hi, This is possible it may be gouty arthritis or infectious arthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Get it done serum uric acid, RA factor, ESR, CRP, and X-ray of joint. Use cold and warm compression, use tablet. Indomethacin twice a day for five days. If symptom...
What is the treatment for severe hair loss? hello Doctor, my hair lost faster than normal, i use karala ayurvedic medication for this it only help me out to reduce dandruf and not stop hair fall. before that i am suffering with viral feaver & injuct with staroid. help me to consult proper medication or doctor. my scal...
Hi, I have gone through your query and would recommend you to apply Minoxidil 5% lotion on the affected areas of the scalp twice daily and take hair supplements like tablet Follihair A once daily. This needs to be continued for 4 to 5 months to see significant results. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I ...
What causes abdominal pain, bump in vagina and rectum? About a week ago I was trying to get comfortable to go to sleep and as I was turning in bed something kinda like snapped inside my stomach area, I freaked out but didnt think much about it because it didnt hurt much. Then the next day I had like stabbing pains in ...
Hi.Thanks for your query.Something snapping in the abdomen while turning in bed followed by stabbing pain in the upper abdomen in the morning, now the bumps in outer lip of vagina and inside the skin below the rectum, all indicate that there is a septicemia or bacteriamia may be due to an intestinal infection or so. I ...
Is painful bowel movement related to spondylitis of the lumbar spine? Hi I have spondylithesis of lumbar spine and a degree of spinal stenosis. I am experiencing blockages from time to time in bowels causing excruciating pain on passing this is becoming more frequent say every 3 to 4 days is this because of back probl...
Dear sirHelloWelcome to healthcaremagicI think you are suffering from constipation .To treat constipation you should drink a cup of Hotmilk During sleep.Drink only hot water whole day.Avoid Fine Food (pizza,burger etc) eat fiberous food.Do yoga ,walk,massage .For medication you can take two tablets of ylo tab (a Homoe...
Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill? Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live,...
Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as ...
Does using Montek LC is safe?,was using Asthalin. Hi Doc, I have been using Asthalin inhaler for about 20 years now. I used to use it once a week or 10 days or on emergency. But for the past two years the number of times I get breathing difficulty have increased and am was using Asthalin once every 1- 2 days. Very rec...
Hi,I had gone through your query and understand your concern.Brief answer:Montek LC may be helpful as a controller drug depending on severity.But you need not to continue it forever.Detailed answer:Your history implies that your asthma is not under good control over few months.If I were treating your treating physicia...
Q. I have severe acne in my face. Please suggest a better solution to get a clear face. Hi doctor, I have severe acne in my face. I am using Erytop cream daily at night time for the past three years. Please suggest me a better solution.
Hi. Treatment of acne varies according to the severity of the problem. Topical medicines alone are helpful for mild acne. For moderate to severe grade acne, both oral medication and topical treatment are effective. Topical treatment of acne comprises topical antibacterials like Clindamycin, topical Benzoyl peroxide and...
Q. Will there be any long-term effect of slow weight gain pattern in babies? Hello doctor, I am worried about the weight gain of my baby. She was born three years back and had weight: 3.36 kg, length 51 cm and head circumference 35 cm. We started exclusively breastfeeding. On the 30th day appointment she had weight 4 ...
Hello. The weight of your baby is slightly less. See it is not about the quantity, it is about the frequency of the feeds and the calorie content of each feed. 1. Feeding should be done every two hourly. Even at night. 2. Fortification of the milk can be done by using Simyl MCT oil and HMF sachet in each feed. In fo...
What causes chest pain and faster heart beat? my son had pain in the middle of his chest for like a minute, i asked him what was he feeling and he said that his heart was beating fast and his was like mom maybe a bone is loose in there or something but he was fine not even ask me for tylenol or anything. what should i...
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Chest pain and rapid beating of heart (tachycardia) in young patient are mostly due to arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart). So consult cardiologist and get done 1. Ecg 2. 2d echo 3. Holter monitoring (24 hours continuous recording of ecg...
Pain while swallowing after having wisdom tooth removed. Taken paracetamol, ibuprofen and codeine. What is it? Hi, I am a 30 year old female. had a wisdom tooth removed 5 days ago in a hospital. been experiencing a lot of pain while swallowing . seen a doctor, there isno infection and so been told to use painkillers. ...
Hi, I am Dr. Supriya. i am a dentist.Yes,after removal of wisdom tooth,you will've a lot of pain ,because of surgical removal of that tooth.You have a big wound in that region.It will take time for healing.but you don't worry. Paracetamol, ibuprofen and codein are painkillers. but u can use these S.O.S ,while u'hv to...
Could i be pregnant as i have nausea and dizziness? My LMP was on 1/23/11 and I had some spotting from day 13 to 16. I have been having headaches, light cramping and major dizziness and nausea ever since. I took a PG test today and it was negative, but my period isn't due for another week. Could I really be pregnan...
Hello,It can be premenstrual symptoms. Do take Vertin now and take Meprate for 3 days and stop after withdrawal bleeding.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Sheetal Agarwal
Mirena inserted, getting bloody discharge along with cramps after sex. No sign of any infection hi, Ive had my mirena since august of 2011 with no problems till the past 2 monthes ive had bloody discharge once or twice a week usually after sex. i went in to the doctor and was tested for chlymydia which was negative an...
Hi. Mirena causes irregular bleeding and sometimes spasm also. But with treatment it tends to settle after some time. I will advise you to get one pap smear done for post contact bleeding, to be sure of everything. Consult your Dr. for treatment for pain and it will be settled after few cycles.Mirena is a continuous pr...
Lower back pain and abdominal pressure in groin area. Found few blood spots. Are these signs of passing a kidney stone? Hello my husband has lower back pain yesterday all day & lower abdominal pressure in the groin area. he woke up today w/ a couple of tiny blood spots in the front of his underwear. Plus it hurt from ...
hi there, there is a possiblity that he may have passed the stone out in his urine. The abdominal pain along with the low backache also favours the passing of the stone down the ureter. You can get a urine exam along with an x-ray KUB done for your husband and check with his previous x-ruy as to the position of the sto...
What causes chest pain on right side? 30 year old male poor diet and very overweight. I was active and eating healthy and then stopped and began a poor diet. Now I am having chest pain/tightness for a week or more it is on the right side. What could this be? I know I need to change my diet, and stop drinking. I am...
pain on right side can be due to muscle ache or nerve pain or any pleural disorder.you need to visit a pulmonologist who can request for a chest xray and diagnose the exact cause .for the timebeing you can take a analgesic like paracetamol after disscussing with a general physicianthanksfeel free to ask more questionsm...
Does proteus mirabilis cause pneumonia? My mother was hospitalized Monday and they heard a rattle in her left lung. They did a chest x-ray and it showed pneumonia. She has had wounds and one of the cultures came back proteus mirabilis. Could this have caused the pneumonia? She had proteus mirabilis 6 mths ago when ...
hi welcome to HCM i read your history and i can understand your concern.yes. proteus mirabilis can cause pneumonia.it can be treated with Pencillin.thank you take care
What is the treatment for chest infection? I have terrible cold and feel like my chest is infected, my head also feels like its full of mucus and there areas on my head if I press I feel like mucus trickling down my throat also my tongue got sores and inflamed.I just finished a course of antibiotics amoxylin 500mg for...
HelloAs you explain the history it would be better for you to consult your doctor.RegardsDr.Jolanda
Suggest treatment to conceive after stopping depo shots hello i was on depo injuection for 3 and half years but i have stopped taking it, i last had it in December 2010, and i ahve been getting periods, so can u please suggest me wat should i do? i am 27 yrs old, and i weigh 65kilos and my height is 4`10 i am perfectl...
Hi there, I have understood your concern. I will suggest you the best possible treatment options. As you have stopped taking depo injections and also you have started getting regular cycles, it is for sure that you have resumed your fertile ability. As you might be aware that in a woman with regular cycles day 10 to 20...
What are the symptoms of prostrate cancer? If I am having the aggressive symtoms for prostate cancer. I have been dealing with real bad kick in the groin pain and Lower abdominal pain since I was 23 and I am 2 weeks from being 33. I have had blood in my urine and semen I am currently dealing testicular pain and bloody...
The symptoms of prostate cancer areA frequent need to urinate, especially at nightDifficulty starting or stopping a stream of urineA weak or interrupted urinary streamLeaking of urine when laughing or coughingInability to urinate standing upA painful or burning sensation during urination or ejaculationBlood in urine or...
What causes pressure in chest a week after i ran? Hello, I have a quick question. Last tuesday I went to the gym and ran did some walking, speed walking and then running for the first time in years. I only ran for a couple of minutes as my body isn't used to it. Since that work out, almost a week later, I am still ...
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) related symptoms is more. Your symptoms are more with periods. So possibility of stress related GERD is more.GERD is due to laxity of gastroesophageal sphin...
Reason for pain epigastric pain? I have a query about epigastric disease,just got out from the hospital today and my doctor said I got a epigastric pain,i stayed for 2 nights just observing me by giving me clear diet and soft diet and my pain stopped, so he sent me home with a medication good for 2 weeks and when its ...
Hi.Thanks for your query.Absolutely yes, Upper GI endoscopy must be done as also the ultrasonography to confirm the exact diagnosis. This will surely help a proper treatment too.Continue the medicines , your Doctor would add more as per the findings.
What is the use of taking nuforce 3-kit? i am age of 25 got married for the past 8 months ... in the first month itself i got wound in my penis but i seeked a doctor and it got cured .. it was a minor wound.. after a long gap now for me it is again when i had sex with my wife i found pain in my penis and i went to a d...
Hi Welcome to Healthcaremagic Kit is prescribed to both partners to eradicate infection completely. If your wife alone is treated then you may transfer infection by intercourse and she ll be infected again and vice versa. Take care.
Rode roller coaster non stop. Feeling dizzy, nauseated. Should I be worried? Hi! I ve been to Disneyland this week, and for five days i ve been riding roller coasters, nonstop. I ve always liked roller coasters, and to be honest I didn t ride any for a long time until now. Thing is, I feel so dizzy. I can sleep normal...
DearWelcome to HCMWe understand your concernsI went through your problem description and suggest you not to worry excessively. You start doing your normal day to day activities at your home town and everything should be alright.Such dizziness, nausea etc after an extended episode of roller coaster ride and being at res...
What causes low blood pressure during prostate cancer? My husband's grandfather has prostate cancer that has spread to his bones. Over the past few weeks he has become very weak. We finally got a referral to an Oncolgist which he saw on Monday, who told us that his particular cause was at stage 9 out of 10. Last night...
Prostate cancer per se does not cause low blood pressure. The low pressure could be due to poor oral intake if he has not been eating and drinking well. Or it could be due to an unrelated cause like overdose of an anti-hypertensive. Either way, it should get corrected in a day or two.
What is the reason for sharp pain in glans with redness after circumcision with history of having diabetes? Hi, I'm 36 years old and just had a circumcision. I had phimosis and never exposed my glans, and recently due to a bout of balinitis I discovered I have diabetes. That's why I did the circumcision. It is now day...
Are you taking antibiotics also, as chances of infection are there if you are diabetic. and circumcision wound is getting repeatedly soaked in urine. My advice is you should consult with doctor and take him a look to your surgical wound, If he is ok than no problem, No harm in taking a little dose of antibiotics. If ...
What causes feeling of heaviness under my right rib? I feel like weigh under my right last rib .I think i feel liver enlargement like feeling. I used to drink country wine (original Indian) for last 18 years. I got a job transfer. Now for the last four months I have been drinking Royal Stag. (Original one not availabl...
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, your symptom is mostly related to liver pathology. Liver is situated in the right side under ribs. You are taking alcohol since very long time. And alcohol ingestion is the biggest risk factor for liver diseases like hepatomega...
How to cure mild dystonia? my daughter was born premature 1.3kgs now she is18 months.she is not yet sitting but trying.she rolls side to side started opening hands to hold toys,very alert,speaks 5-6words clearly. doctor said mild dystonia.how long will she take.can ayurveda help?
HiWelcome to the HCMI have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Your child seems to be suffering from motor delay which can be due to mild cerebral affection due to premature birth. Don't worry.She seems to be progressing well in social, emotional and cognitive development. Fine motor skills and gro...
Asthmatic, intermittent rapid heart beats, diagnosed with weak lungs. History of repeated pneumonia during childhood. COPD? My brother who is 35 has been prescribed Formonide 200 and Tiova last week. He went to see a doctor as he thought he was having minor heart attack . His heart was beating faster than normal. This...
Your brother could be suffering from asthma and COPD as there is history of childhood lung infection and smoking both of which are causes of COPD. He may also be suffering from allergy/asthma. He should undergo a PFT test to know the severity of COPD. He must stop smoking as this is the most important part of the treat...
How can strained abdominal muscles be treated? I have what feels like strained abdominal muscles in my lower right quadrant after running two weeks ago. Does not hurt when sitting or laying down. Hurts like a sore muscle when walking or doing pushups. No change in bowel habits. No fever. No bulges in my gut. However, ...
hiit could be a deep muscular spasm (ilio psoas muscle)attached to vertebrae.take anti-inflammatory medicine like advil after meals and do hot fomentation, it could settle, if notconsult a doctorbest wishes
What is the diagnosis of painful abdomen? I'm getting pains in my mid-right abdomen. The pain comes in intervals of roughly 15 minutes to 2 hours. It starts off very subtle then rises to an intense, almost twisting sensation. This happens 3-5 times before going away. What would be the immediate assumed diagnosis?
Hi,From history it is not clear about time since it is there.If it is of recent origine for 1-2 days then it is likely that you might be having intestinal colic giving this problem.This might be due to some indigestion, infection or acid reflux.Take antispasmodic medicine like Meftal spas or Cyclopam to get relief from...
What causes epiglottis during teething? Hi my daughter had what looked like a second tongue but after some research I have found out that it is the epiglottis. She has been drooling a lot lately not sure if it could be from that or teething and also she has been very unhappy and was wondering if I should take her to o...
Hi,Welcome to HCM,I had gone through your question and understand your concerns. Epiglottis can be seen in some, epiglottitis is acute inflammation, it's an emergency, with severe pain and fever ,requires admission, antibiotic and oxygen.I do not feel it's epiglottitis. anyway, visit an ent surgeon for proper evaluatio...
What causes stomach pain in a 8 year old? My 8 yr old son keeps waking up at midnight crying and holding his stomach in pain in the upper left part of his stomach. He says it feels like hard poking and pushing. It gets better for a bit, he tries to go to sleep and wakes up a few times more until he can fall asleep for...
Hello. I just read through your question. The most common reason for the type of abdominal pain you describe in this age group is constipation. Even very mild constipation can cause left sided abdominal pain. I recommend making sure he goes top the bathroom before bedtime and has a bowel movement. If the pain persists,...
Is it normal for Microgestin to prevent period for 2 months ? I have been on Microgestin 1/20 Fe BC for around a year now. This is the second month in a row I haven t had a period. I have this problem in the past and my doctor said its pretty normal but has changed my BC anyways. Both this month and last I ve had very...
The longer that you're on birth control pills the more likely it is that you will cease to have a period. It does not mean that the birth control pill is not effective. On the contrary it is working very well. The lining of the womb has become so thin that there is nothing to shed. In other words the progestin has won ...
What are the side effects of Adderall XR Hi my name is Jeff, Im 15, 5 5, and 125 lbs. I just started to take Adderall XR 20mg and everyday I take it, I sweat uncontrollably especially in my armpits and hands. Its quite embarassing. Im very active and healthy and have never had this problem before now. Is there any sol...
Hello,It is very common to sweat by taking Adderall. You can gradually increase the dose of adderall XR from 5 mg to 20 mg . Some side effects of adderall subsides within a 2 to 3 weeks. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pramod Kokare, General & Family ...
What causes pain in hand after knocked against the wall? so i accidently knocked my hand against the wall a couple days ago. It broke some skin on my knuckle and i thought i might just bruise a bit. But it still hurts, especially when i flex my hand or clench my fist. It s not a bad pain, maybe a 4 on a 1-10 scale but...
hi,thank you for providing the brief description of your history.A thorough hand assessment is advised.As mentioned by you that few days back you have had injury of the knuckle, there might be a small hairline fracture possibility based on the force of the impact. Also by taking an x-ray or a CT or a MRI we can underst...
Q. My hair has become dry and is falling out after getting it straightened. How to make it better? Hi, I straightened my hair for 3 times. After my third time my hair became really dry and curly also there is a lot of hair fall while shampooing.Please let me know whether i can make my hair better
hi, hairs are basically dead keratins only the hair follicle inside the scalp skin from which hair grows is living. so when you straighten them or when you bleach or when you do any styling over them some part of the is always damaged. so that cannot be repaired by the hair itself only the new hair which will grow from...
What could the pain in abdomen and clitoris be related to? I have a pain(every so often) that goes from my belly button down to my clitorus. Usually it happens when I stand up but it feels like something is pulling to the point where it's about to tear and it makes me drop to my knees. Is it something serious? I've ha...
Hi,Thanks for writing to HCM.The pain could be due to post operative adhesions if you have had your child by C-section.To confirm that you need to undergo diagnostic laparoscopy & subsequent release of adhesions if present.Other possibility is of ureteric stone. As they may also present with similer symptoms. For con...
Suggest remedy for lump on my bum cheek Hello, I have a lump on my bum cheek, near the crack but not in it, it kinda looks like a boob, in the sence that it has a bright red dot in the middle and has a pinkish ring round it... Sort of looks like a bite however it is sore, I noticed it earlier when I was walking around...
Hi,Dear,Thanks for the query to HCM. I studied your problem in depth and I understood your concerns. Cause and plan of Treatment-In my opinion on the given data,you seem to have boil due to the bruise on the bum cheek.Red dot in the middle indicates the head formation and would drain in a day or two.Pinkish ring around...
Is calamine lotion harmful for child? While I was helping my 3 yr old get a drink my 10th month old son just got a hold of the Calemine Lotion bottle that was up on the table and was dumping it on his lips and face. I quickly washed out what I saw in his mouth and on his face and he is not currently having any reactio...
Hello I have gone through your question and understand your concern.if calamine lotion is swallowed, gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea and vomiting may occur.Acute exposure to the dust form of zinc oxide can result in coughing, upper respiratory tract irritation, chills, fever, nausea and vomiting.In my opinion the...
What causes exhaling problems with pain, weakness, dizziness and head heaviness? I have been having trouble breathing at night and at day. When I do excercise or when I am even just sitting relaxed, I have trouble exhaling. I can inhale properly but not exhale, and I have been having some pain more than usual for the ...
Hello,In my opinion, we should definitely rule out hypertension for your symptoms. Hypertension can cause sudden blackout, giddiness, headache etcetera. So consult a doctor and get done blood pressure monitoring, ECG and 2d echo. If all these are normal then no need to worry about hypertension and other heart diseases....
Can numbness in arms and chest cramps be nerve related? My left arm always feels a lot weaker than right and can get a numb feeling to it, I often feel sharp pains or cramps over left chest area and back. These sensations tend to be more present when feeling anxious. Could this be nerve related pains and weakness? I h...
Thanks forThanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. No, I don't think these symptoms are nerve related. By your history and description, possibility of stress and anxiety related symptoms is more. But better to rule out heart diseases first because left sided chest and arm discomfort ...
What causes an increase in the blood pressure? im 27 year old male is 16 stone 5 foot 11 and have blood presure of 157 over 96 there is a family history of high blood pressure its reading this presure daily and this is the daily averag reeding can u tell me if this needs to be investigated by a doctor please
hello You being an young hypertensive you ll first need evaluation for cause of blood pressure. You should undergo test like kidney function test, renal artery Doppler, Sr cortisol and 24 hr Urinary metanephrines. Also get lipid profile and sugars tested. Also, if your bp is persistently elevated above 140/90 then yo...
Suggest an alternative to butrans pain patches my family doctor is wanting to put me on the Butrans pain patches but due to another medication that I am taking it can release more of the Butrans into my system than normal. Is there anything else that I can be prescribe? the medicine that it interacts with is Norvir
bah.The level of the drug might be high. BIGDeal.You know what else besides your medicine can change the level of butrans in your system? Everything.You know how we predict the right dose of drug?We can't. Hi! I am a world leader in drug mathematical modeling and have looked into various drug predictive modelingSo, you...
Suggest alternative medicine for chronic pain I Am cucurrentlytaking Oxycontin Cr 30mg 2x Daily for A Cronic Pain Condition And Would Like To Find An Alternative pain Medication. i have Been Able To Lower My Dosage With My Doctors Approval IN the past year BY 50%. My doctor Was Surprised That I Wanted To Do This And N...
Hello, You can take drugs like tramadol for pain relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
How to differentiate between pulled chest muscle and symptoms of heart problem? Hello there, I am trying to find out how to tell the difference between a pulled muscle in the chest or heart problems symptoms. I go to the Gym 3 times a week and NEVER get breathless when training or after I do both cardio and muscular a...
Hi, The difference between a muscular source of chest pain and cardiac problem is that in a muscular chest pain, you can reproduce the pain while palpating the affected areas as well as when moving your left arm around, while the chest pain of cardiac origin is usually triggered by any form of exertion, associated with...
Suggest treatment for permanent stop erection Hello. I have sever hives and are under control. I'am looking for a medication that I can take to prevent an erection permanently but not fuel my hives more. Also I'm on 100mcg synthroid. The reason for this question is for a vow. I don't want chemical castration just a pe...
DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. As far as I know, there are no proven medical or surgical methods to stop erection fully. Please consult an urologist for further advise.If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possib...
What causes red bumps on the pubic area? Hello, my son is two years old and has begun getting red bumps and what appear to be whiteheads in his pubic area. They clear up over time and re emerge again. Recently i saw some under his nose above his lips. We took him to a night clinic and they gave us antifungal cream but...
Hi..by what you quote, I feel that this could be an eczema. The trick of the management is keeping the skin moist and never allowing it to be dry. For this oil massage and lotions like Oilatum will help. Regarding cure options - eczema is a sort of allergy...allergies can only be controlled and can never be cured. But ...
What causes itching, red irritated bumps around vagina? I have had the same boyfriend for about 8 months now and have been consistently sexually active with him. Sometimes my vaginal area is a little sore the next day, but this time it is itchy, red and irritated and I recently felt little bumps or ridges inside my va...
Hi, thanks for sharing your health concerns with HCM!If I were your treating Doctor for this case of this red itchy vaginal lump, I would come up with three possibilities, these include: 1. recent fungal infection possibly carried out from skin on genital area2. Bartholin's cyst like benign vaginal growth/polyp getting...
What does the blood test with cholesterol 264 indicate? I gave blood last week and my cholesteral level was 264. It has been running around 210 to 220 but my HDL was over 75 and my LDL was 130. My ratio is 2.9 should I get it rechecked. My last Dr. Blood test was in Jan. or do you thing the 264 was a fluke. I eat ver...
Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.Your total cholesterol is high. But you have very high HDL cholesterol. You should go for repeat complete lipid profile including LDL, VLDL, HDL, Triglyceride. Then you should take treatment accordingly.Hope I have answered your question, if you h...
How to cure persistent pain and burning sensation in the buttock area? I have a pain in my ass and I fell burning to I when to emergency room they say stay in my home with hot water to my ass and put emmorroit cream I did but the problem persist I feel more burning and I walk but hurts a lot you can help me with this ...
Hello,I have studied your case and I think that there can be nerve compression in spine which can cause such pain. It can be due to coccydynia also.So i would suggest you to visit orthopaedic doctor and consult with him. If there is any nerve compression then MRI is best test to confirm this.I hope this answer will be ...
Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem? Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem?
Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologis...
Suggest treatment for hair loss for last 4 mnth i have been suffering from severe hair loss..abt 200 or more per day, dandruff is also there, i m taking tab folihair n using arcolene shampoo for last 20 days, bt no improvement..2 year back i was diagnosed as tellugen effluvium..bt this time hair loss is to much, plz k...
Hi,Welcome to HCM,Most probably you are suffering from Telogen Effluvium. Keep patience, it will take 3-4 month to stop hair fall and also to grew new hair thereafter.Continue taking Follihair, rinse your hair with ciclopirox oleamine shampoo it will take care of your dandruff.Hope this will help you.Thanks
Can spiking of drinks cause fluctuating blood pressure? Hi I am 32, female, 5,5 and 9 stone, I think my drink was spiked, although I had been drinking alcohol, I kept falling on the floor, then a paramedic came and got me as I was at a music gig, they wheeled me to a nearby ambulance and said my blood pressure was goi...
Its the effect of drinking...try to decrease your amount af drinking to 2 cups per day...and monitor your blood pressure for three days and see
What is causing squeezing feeling in the abdomen? I have been having a squeezing feeling that comes and goes on the left side of my stomach about 2-3 inches from my breast, what can this be. It doesn't hurt, just is annoying. About a week before I was miserable with gas and woke up with sharp pains in my left side, th...
Hi.Thanks for your query.The typical history of gas and sharp pains in the left side about a week back is indicative of a condition called colitis, meaning inflamation of the large bowel in this particular area.I would advise to get a clinical examination by a Surgeon and then also to go for a course of an antibiotic a...
What causes swollen gums after using hcg drops for weight loss? Hi, I am using natural homeopathic hcg drops for weight loss. I am 43, female and have been using the drops for 7 days. My gums have become swollen and sore but this they say may be due to the vitamin b drops so I have stopped taking those and they are ...
thanks for your query, since you are giving history of swollen gums after using those drops it could be allergic stomatitis..or it can be because of the deposits on the teeth. the swollen lump over the lower jaw cheek could be an enlarged lymphnode secondary to gum infection. you can discontinue those drops....consult ...
Q. Can we use Glycerin suppository twice a week, for my 2 month old daughter? Hello doctor, My 2 month old daughter started passing stool irregularly, from the past eight days. She was passing a lot of gas, but it did not smell. Seeing no improvement, we took her to the pediatrician, who said she had gas in her stomac...
Hi. This must probably be your first child, that is why this query. For further queries consult a paediatrician online -->
Q. Please explain the poisonous effect of phenol ingestion. Hello doctor, My friend aged 30 had two drops of phenol mistaking for milk. He vomited and had lot of salt water. Please advice for any side effect.
Hi. I want to assure you not to worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment is opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. 1. No, there is not much problem right now as he vomited and also had a lot of water. It is fine because it...
Suggest treatment for numbness in face after tooth extraction Had a tooth extracted under general and local anesthesia at 8 am. My face is just a numb and lopsided as it was when I got home- still drooling when I try to drink. It's now after midnight and I am not sleepy. I am always asleep by 10. My legs were rest...
Hello,Thanks for consultig HCMRead your query as you have undergone extraction now feel numbness in face this can be due to effect of local anaesthesia . Dont be worried so much dont take stress this effect can last for 10 -12 hours . Take medication prescribed by your dentist and follow post operative instructions if ...
How long does nerve damage in the mouth take to heal? Hi. I had a molar filled last Tuesday. When the dentist gave me the shot I felt a shock go through my tongue. It has been numb on the left side and underneath since. No pain, just numb. I did call the dentist back on Wednesday and he thinks it was nerve damage and ...
Typical nerve injuries during filling will heal in two to three weeks depending upon the extent. Just wait and watch
What causes recurring fever with submandibular swelling? 21months old infant having fever since a week.. Controlled by fever medicines but appears if medicine not given 6 hourly. No cough or cold. submandibular swelling since day second of fever. Heamogram normal. Typhoid negative. Pls suggest what it could be...Urine...
Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. Fever medicine would bring down fever.. but compleate freedom from the problem need removal of basic cause. ( like suitable antibiotic added to fever medicine in case of infection ) Fever with submandibular swelling could be a lymph swelling due to infection ...
What causes pain and weakness in the hand? yesterday I started with lots if pain on my left hand that covered the middle, pointer and thumb fingers. The pain are covered from the middle finger down to the palm and ran down to a bit past the wrist, it traveled around the top of my hand like in a circle. My hand is weak...
Hello and welcome to Ask A Doctor Service. I reviewed your query and here is my answer.Is it pain or numbness as well? The pain in these fingers only shows that your median nerve is compressing somewhere. If it is only involving the area below the wrist, then it is most likely carpal tunnel syndrome. Does your pain ge...
What causes feet, legs and eye twitching, body weakness, dizziness and syncope? Hello, for the past week I have had a variety of odd and new symptoms to my body. Last week I started experiencing twitches in my right foot and my right eye. It later progressed the next day to both feet and legs but same eye. These sympt...
Hi, i did review your concern. I would advice you to consult a neurologist at earliest and get evaluated for myasthenia gravis , huntingtons chorea or other central lesion. there are treatment available for your problems provided they are diagnosed accurately in the early phase. meanwhile do not stay alone for long per...
Are antibiotics safe for a baby? My baby had chest infection she was given cefaclor. She also has eczema. After exactly 2 weeks she got ill again. She is not able to sleep for a single hour through the night. And she s itching like hell. I observed blisters on her thighs and legs. We took her to doctor he said her ecz...
Hi...I sympathize with the kid and understand your concern. As a matter of fact even my kid had this when young. The trick of the management is keeping the skin moist and never allowing it to be dry. For this oil massage and lotions like Oilatum will help. Regarding cure options - eczema is a sort of allergy...allergie...
What is the cause for an infant to refuse solid food? hello doctor my daughter is 1 year old. teething started .she has 2 teeth in the lower and one is coming upper. she likes breast milk. hesitates solid food.. i tried variety of food. even crunchy food to get soothness to her gum. applied bonjela cream. she cries l...
Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic.I take this opportunity to tell you certain scientific facts and relieve your distress - 1. An active is a well kid even if she/ he is not eating well. 2. Development of a kid is as important as or I would say even more important than growth alone.3. As the kids grow t...
Q. There was bleeding from penis tip during sex. Will circumcision cure it? Hello doctor, My husband and I had intercourse on the 25th night and the tip of his penis started bleeding during this. It was the first time he inserted his penis inside. The bleeding stopped the next day but the pain persisted. Today, there ...
Hello. From what you say, it is likely that your husband is suffering from coitus related frenular tear. No ointment can cure or prevent recurrence of the same. A minor procedure like frenuloplasty is still associated with recurrence. Ideally, circumcision and 6 to 8 weeks abstinence are the best treatment options. Kin...
Bumps on lower spine after fall. X-ray normal. Trouble? Hello, I feel out of our 5th wheel in 2007, I went to doctor ect, nothing was wrong. I m 50 and clean house so back is used all the time. However this last May I slipped on a wet tile floor and sense them the pain is getting worse plus it is stopping me from doin...
Hi, Thank you for posting your query. First of all, I would like to reassure you that your symptoms do not suggest a serious problem. The most likely reason for your symptoms could be lumbar spondylitis and muscle spasm at the lower back. Treatment would be with physiotherapy, regular exercises, and use of analgesics s...
What is the treatment for ischemia? I am a patient undertreatment for exercise induced ischemia. I am taking storvas 40 at night.It is heard that Cholostorol medicine may lead to depression.Prolonged administration of statins, the anti-cholesterol drugs, can lead to anxiety disorders and depression in patients and a...
Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You should continue your medicine for cholesterol. You should also take prophylactic aspirin to prevent myocardial infarction. No need to worry about side effects. That side effects are very rare. No need to worry. Just be relaxed. Consult you...