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I have bppv. (Vertigo). I will be traveling up to a very high volcanoe. A very high altitude. I have contolled asthma, but I m hearing I may have problems with me having both of these issues . Can you give me any insight into potential problems and perhaps solutions ? Thank you Shelly | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, at high altitude means up to 10,000 ft all human beings have mechanism to acclimatize to take atmospheric oxygen by hyperventilating. What you're saying is to go at volcano means above 15,000 to 25,000 ft. For patient of Bronchial asthma even on regular treatment with controlled symptoms, it is not medically advisable to go up to this height because even in normal individuals, they have difficulty to acclimatize there and you're also having vertigo.i don't think so u should take any chance. |
Dear Sir,I am john from dubai and my age is 29yrs,am married,weight: 74kg,I have a problem related to my penis skin.Every morning when i retracting my penis foreskin and scrubbing the head of penis with my fingers (for proper washing),a white colour cheese like thing is coming.I dnt have any rashes or red spots or pain on my scrubbing area.For the same I used betadine solution and alchohol swab to remove it.But on the next day morning it will again come.Sir, Is this a fungal infection? Which medicine or ointment I can use for this ? I am much worried about this condition.Kindly advise.Thank You. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. The white color substance is called Sega and is a collection of urine, dust, cloth dust, sperm or semen cells etc. This happens because of lack of hygiene. I suggest you to wash the inner sides of foreskin twice or thrice a day using soap and water. This is not any fungal or other infection and therefore ointment or medicines are not required. You may consult a urologist for confirmation if you wish to do soil you still need my assistance in this regard, please use this link. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Please remember to describe the whole problem with full detail. Hope this answers your query. Please feel free to post follow-up queries. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. Take care. |
mountaineering accident, fall of over 500meters, tumbling and rolling on rocks at the end, happened end of July, several radiographs taken at the time and no broken bones, everything has healed, bruises, hematomas, contusions,etc... but on my left shin that had a small lump at the time of the fall, there now appears to be a mass that seems solid with the shinbone, no discoloration and painful at times after a walk or bike ride or standing for a long time!!! Should I see a doctor or will it disappear?P.S. the mass is as large as a half a grapefruit. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your radiograph is normal so no chance of fracture bone. So it may be some hematoma. It will be healed by itself. No further treatment is required. If it doesn't heal then go for biopsy. 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. |
Hi i have a lump on the right side of my neck just under my jaw that moves around and is soft to touch, i have suffered from toothache for a few weeks and also had blood tests done as i wasnt feeling to good which showed i am low in vitamins and was given folic acid tablets do u know what could be causing this lump | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. Most likely its sailoadenitis (salivary duct) when there is any obstruction to the duct due to calculus may cause the lumpy feeling.2. Other possible causes are submandibular lesion, lymph nodal enlargement and lastly the mandibular cystic lesion (but It's hard in touch).3. If you are my patient I would examine and ask for an ultrasound scan to evaluate the nature of lump, source of existence and extensions.4. Lymph nodal enlargement is seen in case of any underlying medical conditions.5. Recommend you to get an appointment with your doctor and get the needful investigations and treatment done. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you. |
I have a hard lump on my upper back and its been there for over 2 years with no pain and the only reason i know its there is my wife asked me about it one night and asked me what it was and if it hurt at all at the time no it did not hurt but i had a doctor look at it anyway they said it was nothing and not to worry sence there was no pain but about 2 weeks ago it started to become painful when i move my arm or bend over and my wife thinks its getting bigger should i be worried what should i do how do i fix it | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Dear,Thanks for your query to Chat Doctor. Studied your query in full depth of its details. Reviewed it in context of your health concerns. Based On the facts, You seem to suffer from-Lipoma on the Back with Drums Disease Type-A painful version of the Benign Lipoma.or/ it could be a -Sebaceous Cyst with Hematoma and infection-due to excessive handling lately. Or / could be due to Chronic burnt out-Boil with Abscess, increasing lately USG of the lump and FNAC Biopsy if need be, after Surgeons Second Review Opinion, would fix the cause of this Lump on your upper back. Hope this reply would satisfy you and would help you to plan further treatment with your doctor there. Welcome any further query in this regard, which would be replied in next session. Good Day!! Chat Doctor. N. Senior Surgical Specialist. S. Genl-CVTS |
I might have bitten my tongue in my sleep. About 15 yrs ago, I had my salivary gland on the left side of my tongue removed. I recently woke up with a very sore tongue. It hurt to eat, sneeze, cough and talk. the bridge that holds my tongue to the bottom of my jaw is swollen and almost in a bubble. yesterday, I noticed a two small holes that I had already had leftover from my surgery was leaking pus. if I apply pressure more pus comes out. I have been using listerine and salt water gargle. the pain is unbelievable. nothing seems to help. what could this be? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Thanks for asking the query, Sore tongue can be due to accidental biting on the tongue. Apply colonel or McCoppin oral ointment topically over the affected area on the tongue. Maintain a good oral hygiene, use lukewarm saline and antiseptic mouthwash gargles. Take multivitamin tablets. Pus from the surgical side can be due to food accumulation. I would suggest you to visit to the concerned Oral Surgeon and get the checkup done. Avoid eating of hot and spicy food stuffs. Hope this helps out. Regards. |
Hi my husband is heavy set, he get these large lumps under the skin of his inner upper thigh, groin area like 2 times a month. They are painful and they swell up even larger and get very dark red.. He has tryed to squeeze them and sometimes they burst out, with blood mostly. Why do they keep coming back? He has to cover them with patch bandaids so they wont hurt so bad.They usually take about 4 days to stop hurting and flatten out. Any answers? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Welcome to Chat Doctor. 1. It seems like an infective cause with collection and pain.2. In this case if you are my patient I would have examined and send for an ultrasound scan done - which will help to evaluate the nature of the lesion and its content and extensions.3. After that depending on finding and amount of collection treatment will be a small incision followed by an antibiotic treatment.4. As a remedy keep area hygiene, do not disturb the area, no scratching or pressing the lump as that way it will complicate.5. Clean with antiseptic liquid, use soft cloth to avoid irritation to the area. Good luck. Hope I have answered your query.Anything to ask do not hesitate. Thank you. |
hello Doctor, I am addict in eating raw rice. its like a habit. i have been eating this over 10 years. my teeths are affected and removed (4 teeths) & 1 more also affected. not only suffering by teeths but also i cant concentrate on my studies always i feel some sleepy mood or something. i try to control. but i cant. but i want to stop. what can i do? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | 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 be presentation of pica which can occur due to depression or deficiency of certain elements in the body. 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:bit.ly/ Chat Doctor. |
I have a fast growing lump under the jaw (left side) about 12 way back, and it is heading inward and getting larger. Almost getting uncomfortable. It was a small lump for about 2weeks, just thought it was a hair foolivle abcess and would go away, but just last 2 1/2 days started to really get bigger quite fast. My dentist noticed a hardness on on of my saliva glands inside my mouth last year, that sometimes gave me discomfort. Could this all be related, and what is most likey .Thanks | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. Most likely its sailoadenitis (salivary mass) it could be due to the obstruction of the salivary ducts - appears like lump, and a mass arising from the glands. 2. Other possible causes are cystic / sold structures from the bone itself.3. Submandibular gland mass, lymph nodal mass - are other causes.4.If this case I would recommend you to see your doctor, after examination - get an ultrasound neck / lump, helps in evaluation of nature of the lesion and relation with adjacent structures.5. Get an appointment and do what is necessary things done. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you. |
When i think about my girl friend and do check myself the tip of my penis scarily and i notice that it leaks. When i talk with her also it leaks and in some instances when we spend long hours i do get pain on my balls and also leaks. I dont know what is going wrong with me. Is it because of too much of mastrubation done in my past. If yes what is the solution to overcome this problem. I feel very embrasse on these situations. I have heard it decreases memory power as well.Coz I have faced problems like whether i have locked the door properly or not kind of situations. Help me!!!! | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, It seems like premature ejaculation. Please remember it has nothing to do with masturbation. Please do not blame yourself. Try Keel exercise. Avoid smoking and alcohol. Get relaxed. There are some special sex therapy techniques which are helpful. If these fail, you can take some medicines like SSRI to control this. Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care |
I Have been having chest pain on the left side of my chest. Today is the third day and it gets worse when I eat. It almost feels like I can feel the food in my chest. I took heart burn medicine and it didnt help at all. I went to walmart and took my blood pressure and my blood pressure was 130/84 which my blood pressure is ALWAYS 90/60. I am 27 years old. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Greetings. Welcome to Chat Doctor, and thank you for your question. I understand your concern. Clearly, you were preoccupied by this new event or sensation you were experiencing. In various stressful situations, both physical or psychological, heart rate and blood pressure are parameters that increase. Your age is not very consistent with a coronary artery origin of this pain (i.e. a blockage within the coronary arteries - arteries that encompass the heart as a crown, hence the name, and supply the heart muscle with oxygen and important nutrients). However, angina is more like a squeezing or heaviness felt in the mid-chest which radiates to the throat and jay, and left shoulder and left arm, starts on exertion, is not related to the food intake, and is relieved when the exercise is ceased. I am assuming you are an active and healthy 27-year-old, so this kind of pain would be sensed by you during moderate physical activity. There are other origins of this kind of chest pain. And if it is food-related, then the highest probability is that it has a digestive tract origin. I would recommend you a consult with a gastrohepatologist (digestive tract and liver specialist) to further examine whether this pain is coming from a possible esophageal spasm (the tube that connects the pharynx with the stomach) or it is coming from an abnormal process in the stomach or the early part of the small intestine. An upper gastrointestinal endoscopy may be required for properly assessing these issues. I hope I was of help with my answer. Kind regards, |
Could i get pregnant if a day late for getting the depo shot? I have been on depo for two years. My bf and I had unprotected sex. I was due for my depo February 28 2014 and had unprotected sex on March 1 2014. My bf didnt ejaculate inside of me at all. Im not trying to conceive and will be getting the shot In two days or so. Am I still protected by the depo shot? Could I be pregnant? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Thanks for the query. I am Chat Doctor Badge consultant gynecologist and will be answering your queries. You have said in your heading that you will be just one day late but since you had sex on 1st and will be taking the shot 2 days later, it seems that the delay is more than a day. A difference of 1 or 2 days does not make much difference. You were protected on 1st as ovulation will occur only after the effect of the shot was over meaning after 28, and it usually does not occur on the first day. Still I recommend that you take the shot as soon as possible and use another backup method like condom from now up to seven days after taking the shot to ensure complete protection against pregnancy. Pregnancy can be ruled out by a urine test 3 weeks after the suspected unprotected sexual episode. Hope this answered your query. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Have a good day. ChatDoctor BagdeConsultant Obstetrics and Gynecology |
I have lump, the size of a roma tomato, underneath my left breast. I showed it to my doctor last year in my yearly physical. She said it was probably a fatty tumor. Well this thing has grown and is feeling harder than last year. How big do these fatty tumors get and are they usually hard????Since I am being prompted to add my age, weight and such...here it goes. I am 44,five nine and 240 lbs. My medical history consists of high blood pressure since I was 24 and two c-sections. And this lump is under the breast, in the upper rib cage area, not in the breast. And yes I have had a mammogram, it showed nothing. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have soft tissue mass. Your mammography is normal so no need to worry about breast cancer. It can be lipoma, neurofibroma, dermatofibroma or some other mass. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact idea regarding diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/ Chat Doctor. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health. |
Hello... I was prescribed polygynax for 7 days. When I picked up the medication, I only received 6 pills, 2 of which I took orally before realizing they are a suppository. So now I only have 4 left... is it ok to take only the 4? I cannot buy this where I live | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi. It is not effective to treat vaginal infection if taken orally. Polygonal (Aureomycin, Statin and Polymyxin-B) suppository is actually made to treat localized mixed vaginal infection caused by susceptible fungus and bacteria. It is found to be effective only if used at the site of infection such as vagina. When taken orally by mistake it will not serve the purpose of eradicating the vaginal infection. So, it must be taken as a vaginal suppository. Generally it is found to be effective if taken for at least 3-4 days, so you may continue to take it, if there is no improvement you may consult your doctor. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hi doctor, I have a feeling in my crotch area that just wont go away. Its like a tingling feeling and while its not that bad when I stand up or moving around, it starts to kick in once I sit down and if I am down for a while. I also cannot stay erected down there for very long and it goes back to being really small. Any advice? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Degree understand your concerns went through your description. I suggest you not to worry much. The tingling sensation could be due to diabetes or varicose veins. But in those cases, the sensation should have been present almost every time. Another possibility is "could be nothing". Just a sensation. Try massaging the area with sesame oil twice a day and most of the cases should be relieved of the symptoms. If no relief found, consult a physician for further advice. You might need it. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. |
I am a 40 year old woman and sexually active. just got married and trying to conceive. I have a normal 28 days period but last two months a had a 19 days period and this month it was 24 days. i feel nauseous most time. what do i expect. can i conceive naturally with this development? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, and I hope I can help you today.First, your having symptoms of chronic nausea has no effect on trying to get pregnant. However, your age is a factor to be considered. Many women can get pregnant in their 40s but the overall fertility rate is decreased. There is no way to know if you have the ability to conceive in advance without actually trying to get pregnant. However, the majority of women will conceive within one year with regular (at least every 2-3 days) intercourse from the time their period finishes or day 7 of their cycle (whichever comes first) until they start to develop premenstrual symptoms. So yes, it is possible for you to become pregnant, however I would recommend evaluation by a fertility doctor if you have not conceived within 6 months. I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today and that my advice was helpful. Best wishes, |
My mom is 43 years old and has had four kids. she is now pregnant and is a fragile person. She has had two cesearan sections already and has to have a third one, a month early so she doesnt rupture. her docter has retricted her freedom to basically nothing. She isnt even aloud to carry a gallon of milk. She also has a atear in her stomach muscle, and i know that the docter thinks theyr may be a problem with getting her sewn up after the c-section and that it oculd be life or death. but that is as in depth as anybody will tell me. What is the possiblity she wont have a problem getting sewn up, recovering and liveing, verses the fact that this pregnancy and surgery will lead to her death?! | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Your mom definitely has a lot of high risk factor from age 43 years, previous 2 cesareans, abdominal hernia. With previous 2 cesareans the chances of bleeding during surgery is more also if the placenta is attached to the previous scar its separation can be difficult and surgery may be prolonged. But with blood ready for transfusion if required, delivery in a hospital with facilities for uterine artery embolization and ICU beds, the chances of maternal death are extremely rare. The quoted risk of death during cesarean is 1/10,000 which makes it very, very rare. Best if your mom has a detailed discussion about her risks and precautions with her consultant Gynecologist. Hope this alleviates your anxiety. Regards. |
Went to a thai massage parlour. Got massage on genitals. While massaging near groin, got a cut as long as 2cm on skin. She used massage oil. She did repeeatedly massage the wound area and had fingernail contact on it few times again. Is there anything to worry about? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi there, and thank you for your question. I appreciate your concern regarding this matter and I'll try to help where I can. If one sustains a superficial scratch on the skin, then you should look out for signs of infection at around the third day after the injury. These signs include redness around the site of the wound, pus discharging from the wound itself or generalized fever experienced by the patient. If you start to notice these signs, then I would suggest that you see your doctor as soon as you can so that they may prescribe the appropriate treatment for this issue. In order to prevent an infection from occurring you can continue with the following care. You can clean the wound with a saline solution (salt water) 3 times a day until the wound has made a scab over it. You can then let the area granulate on its own. I hope this helps and good luck. |
I have been having tingling in my hands, feet and face/head. I experienced the same thing about 5 days ago. I have recently been exposed to Hand Foot and Mouth (one son and my husband got it). I do not feel sick or have any blisters. Could I be coming down with it or is this tingling likely unrelated and I should explore potential vitamin deficiencies or other problems? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Thanks for writing in. It appears that there might be a condition involving the nervous system in your body. The above symptoms like tingling are associated with conditions of nerves affected in various regions. This can be due to an acute cause or due to chronic problems like neuropathy associated with diabetes or autoimmune disorders. History of any other medical conditions and medications that you are taking is important. Vitamin deficiency states can also appear as non-specific symptoms as described by you. Please consult a neurologist and get a complete neurological examination done. Investigations like MRI scan brain and spinal cord might also be required for you. Treatment is after confirming diagnosis. Please do not worry. |
My sister-in-law had surgery on her back 4 weeks ago. She has been rushed back to the hospital with Seizures: her right arm shakes, her eyes roll back, she loses time does not remember having a termor/seizure and has to wait until she can speak again. Several visits later - the last one On friday , October 3rd , 2014 in which she had in front of the Dr. they got her to a neurologist & they did a weekend analysis (Head items on her head) and told her 4 = 6 weeks until results. They have no idea what is causing this and are not ready to say seizures and or termors at this point. Im very frightened for her, | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I read your question carefully, and I am sorry about the sister in laws troubles. Seizures are not usually related to back issues. They can have many diverse causes like infections, stroke, brain tumor, metabolic alterations of blood and tissue components (electrolytes) etc. So many exams are often needed to find the cause like head CT or MRI, EEG, blood tests, cerebrospinal fluid tests and according to their results the cause is treated. Of course seizure treatment can be started right away without waiting for the results of all the tests, there are many Chat Doctor. Hope things work out for the best. Don't hesitate to come back for further questions. |
My oncologist told me (when I had surgery for breast cancer) that if I took Arimidex there was a 90% chance the cancer would not recur. If I did not take Arimidex there was an 80% chance the cancer would not recur. I this is true, wouldn t it be better not to take that medicine if the side effects are so severe that they cause other problems that are debilitating. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have breast cancer and treated by surgery. You should take criminal. It reduces the chance of recurrence. Side effects are tolerable. No major problems occur with it. So consult your doctor and plan 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. |
do Oxycodone pills have a life span? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, All medicines come with expiration date. Beyond the expiration date, if the pills are taken, chances are there that they will not produce the desired effects or even worse, they may cause adverse reactions that can complicate the health status or cause complication. Thus, Oxycodone pills should not be taken if they have passed the expiration date, and you should go for a new prescription and batch of pills. I hope this answer helps you. Thank you for choosing Chat Doctor. Take care. Best, |
I had my wisdom teeth out in aug 2010 since then i have been getting pain on the right hand side, i get tooth , gum and ear pain and my neck and glands also is in pain. i have seen specialist who have done xrays etc, been given drugs to get rid of pain but none of them have worked. i am getting really frustrated now as the pain is unbelievable at times and is affecting my worklife and sociallife. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello there, As you have mentioned you got your wisdom tooth extracted 2 years back, so we cannot expect any infection arising from the wisdom tooth removal. The problem of pain in the ears, neck and other areas may arise if any residual piece of tooth or one of the roots of the wisdom tooth is left extracted in the socket, this residual piece may undergo infection and spread to adjacent structures. This can only be confirmed by clinical examination and x-ray evaluation. I would suggest you to get an OPG radiograph done which will sow the picture of entire jaw, accordingly treatment can be planned. I hope this helps, take care. |
Hi,Back in November I started having numbness on my right armpit and tingling. My pcp order an emg, of my right arm whicChatDoctore back negative. She then ordered an MRI of my right shoulder and neck. The neck MRI showed mild disc profusion a c5-6. The shoulder MRI showed a 70% of the depth of the tendon of the posterior fibers of the supraspinatus and anterior fibers of the infraspinatus, a type 3 downslopping acromion spur . I saw a PA today but i wasn t totally convinced with his evaluation, to begin he mentioned that the tear was of 50% then I asked about the spur he then told me that with PT the tendon can be deviated from the spur. Im totally confused. should i go for a second opinion? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Dear patient your shoulder MRI is suggestive of partial tear of supraspinatus and infraspinatus muscles extending up to 70 percent of tendon depth. This can progress to complete tear with minor trauma. Your acromion is type 3 meaning curved and might impinge on rotator cuff muscles resulting in pain and tear. You need to be examined by arthroscopic surgeon in details, and he can guide you for proper treatment. Sometimes partial tear needs repair to prevent progression of pain is significant and associated with weakness. Physiotherapy helps in many ways if done properly under supervision of sports physiotherapist. |
I have Lichen Planus of the gums, about a week ago I also had a blister on the inside of my lower front teeth and the gums were sore, I irritated them more by brushing, the pain is subsiding but yesterday I felt a painless lump just below the area, could you tell me what it is | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The blister could be because of lichen plans calledbullous lichen plans or herpes virus infection. The lump be a periapical abscess secondary to tooth infection or gum infection. Consult your oral physician and get it ruled out. If it is because of lichen plans the can use topical steroids. If it is tooth infection take a course of antibiotics and get the tooth treated. I hope my answer will help you. Take care. |
Hello doctor,I had C-section three years ago. My stomach started bulging, so I visited a doctor and had sonography. So came to know that I have mild umbilical hernia 0.7. If I do proper exercise and follow ayurvedic medicine suggested by you, then is this mild hernia curable? Please help me with this. Also, can I climb stairs in mild hernia? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello. I understand your concern. Since you had C-section, you are likely to develop incisional hernia which is a common issue faced post C-sections if proper care is not taken during wound healing. It is not curable with only medicines but it can be preventable from reaching further stages. If you find and center close by which practices post partum care in Ayurveda then get the following done. Apply Dhanvantara taila followed by veshta bandhana (abdominal binder). Avoid lifting weights and too much physical exertion. Take care. |
Hi,My name is Jon. You can consider me as a health freak since the start of this year. The reason being is that I just had an episode of high cholesterol, including stressful situations in office, therefore experiencing heart palpitation, nausea, sweaty hands and hard of breathing.Thank God, I had a change of mindset (coz i dont wanna die) and had to eat proper foods (mainly vegetables, fish, no dairy products,and lots of fruits) and exercise. After 3 months, things got back to normal, except the feeling of anxiety. I thought then its an blood ph imbalance, so i ate more fruits, but to no avail. Ive had my insides/abdomens checked (ultrasound),all are normal, had my liver and kidneys checked, results are normal,had my triglycerides and cholesterol checked, normal,except for LDL (.5 units lower than the lowest in range, i think its caused by lots of jogging). There was this time wherein i physically felt as if the anxiety just turned off without any reason at all, and it lasted for 2.5 weeks, then it turned on again. I hate this feeling. It feels like there s an impending doom, therefore causing me to have sleepless nights. I dont know what kind of doctor do i have to go to, hematologist? endoctrinologist? nutritionist? can you please guide me on this?Jon | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to anxiety. Low cholesterol levels can contribute in sleep disturbances and in anxiety too. Coming to this point, I would recommend consulting with a specialist of this field (psychotherapist or psychiatrist), who can help you to deal with your anxiety professionally. Yoga and meditation can help too. I would also encourage you to continue on your healthy diet and your daily physical activity. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Kind regards, |
I had spinal fusion surgery in April of 2012. I had to have the hardware removed in Feb 2013. I am hurting worse now than before ever having surgery. my dr says the only thing he can do is a spinal stimulation therapy which involves another surgery with a machine installed inside of me. I dont want another surgery especially with the side effects from this particular surgery. what should I do? since this surgery I have also developed RLS.. please help me... | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Thank you for posting your query. It is unfortunate that you did not improve with surgery, in fact, your pain has worsened after the spinal fusion surgery. At this stage, you would benefit from taking neuropathic pain medications such as pregabalin, gabapentin or duloxetine capsules. For RLS, you can take pramipexole tablets. I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow-up queries or if you require any additional information. Wishing you good health, Chat Doctor. Ly/ |
hi m 24 yrs old and i have pcod problem.m married since one n half yrs.i have been under tablets nearly 3-4 yrs .But after my marriage i dint conceive even a single time.Atlast i have undergone ovarian drilling last month and now i have been given siphene 100 for 5 days and the doctor has adviced me to come on my 12th day.Along with this m taking melmet tablets too.Will it be positive this month or how long this process may continue to conceive???? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi welcome to Chat Doctor. I have gone through your question. As in pod polycystic ovarian disease. Small follicles present which not mature up to the mark that can rupture. So these conditions should be treated with medicines, sphere contains camphene which stimulate ovaries to enlarge follicles which after rupture can become fruitful in conceiving. As far as how long it will take to conceive, no one can comment on the exact time. If follicles develop up to 19/20 mm then it can rupture and become fruitful. Hope I answered your question. Would be happy to help you further. Take care. |
Hi doctor,My chickenpox started seven days back. The fever has subsided now.I had been taking:Azithromycin,Acivir 400 DT,Cetzine,vitamin E capsule and,applying Calamine only on spots.A few spots are getting covered with a crust. What should I use at this stage to avoid scars? Looking at the pictures, will it leave any scar? How long will it take to go away? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello. Chickenpox takes around two weeks to get scabbed off. Since as per your query, if it already formed a crust, then now it will scab off soon. Do not touch it or scratch it. Otherwise, there will be high chances for scars on the face. The treatment you were taking is entirely correct, and you need not apply any particular thing on that. Wait for a few days more around a week to get rid of them. As per your photos, I do not think that they may leave a scar. Just you be careful not to touch or scratch. |
Hi my name is Leonard, and I ve been reading a lot about DVT, but I m not sure if that s what I have. For over a year now, I ve been noticing a lot of internal vein growth in my entire body, from my head to my feet, they re even in my throat, that also includes the pelvic area, I feel a lot warmth inside, every so often, my veins have become more visible, my hands and feet and other areas get red spots every once in a while, and my arms have also begun to bother me a lot, and lately I m developing a lot of serious pain, I even feel unusual vein growth in my neck and ears, and around my eyes. I ve gone to every doctor imaginable this past year and a half, and I ve take chest x-rays, ultrasound in the early stages of this, blood tests, urine test, CT scans, and even colonoscopy, but with the exception of hemrroids from the latter, everything has come out as excellent and they all say my health is 100% excellent. There has been a notice of high temperature and irritation on my throat, but other than that, everything has come out as very positive and the medics all say I m fine. But if that s true, why am I feeling this way? Is this a sign of thrombosis, is it any other issue, or is this normal? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi Leonard ! Firstly let me assure you that you do not have a thrombosis. If you can see veins all over your body, you are just seeing your normal anatomy. Your subcutaneous tissue has probably thinned, so you can see your veins better. A vein thrombosis causes pain and swellings of the vein and limb. Now concerning the red spots in your body on and off, check your bleeding time, PT and PTT and if normal, take a course of vitamin C. if the spots recurs(spontaneous bruising), it could be related to thin subcutaneous tissue which by itself is harmless. However, if that is true, you might want to check for homocysteinuria and mar fans s syn Chat Doctor. |
unbearable stomach pains Hi, my name is Monika Kiss, I am a 14 year old girl who is 5ft 3inches tall. I weigh around 136 pounds. Lately I have been having weird things go on that have never happened before. I have this stomach pain that feels like there is a vacum sucking my stomach into my rib cage, it feels like im about to throw up, and I get really hot even though im at a healthy body temperature. my heart also starts beating very fast at random moments, again this just started happening recently(around 2 weeks ago). I feel like I weigh 36pounds when this happenes and it usually happens before I go to bed. whats wrong!!?? I am a fery active person I play soccer and love to ski and swim. I eat healthy but like to include a little junk food ((: whats the problem. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi thanks for asking question in Chat Doctor. Noted you are complaining vacuum sucking pain in stomach... First ulcerative condition or dyspepsia or inflammation of stomach can lead such pain. It might also be by viral flu of stomach or chronic constipation... Take following precautions.1. Take omeprazole for 2 week.2. Chat Doctor. .3.fruits taken more.4. Avoid gas forming food like cauliflower5.chew food properly6. Avoid heavy fatty and junk food meals7. Avoid alcohol and smoke8. Avoid stress.9.take ciprofloxacin for 5 days. If still pain there USG abdomen done or endoscopy to investigate further... If no gastric cause them pain might be referred from nearby rib cage Costco |
Hi Doctor, I have slightly elevated bilirubin levels (Bilirubin-Total by Diazo metho : 1.4 of which Bilirubin-Direct: 0.2 and Bilirubin-Indirect- Serum: 1.2). Also, i have low lymphocytes(18.0 as against normal range of 20.0 to 50.0 %). What could this be an indication of? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi thanks for asking question. Your lymphocytes are only very slightly depleted. Need not much concern. Your bilirubin mild high with increase indirect bilirubin. Here first rule out hemolytic jaundice. For it estimate serum LDH, Relic count and peripheral smear study . If hemoglobinopathy suspected in smear electrophoresis can be done. Secondly rule out fatty liver by USG as it can elevate liver enzyme and bilirubin. If you have alcohol habit then also such finding can occur.Meanwhile, if you develop anorexia, muscle ache, joint pain, headache with fever viral marker done to rule out viral hepatitis. I hope your concern is solved regarding cause for increase bilirubin. Take care.... Chat Doctor. |
Uterus shows a small nabothian cyst at the cervix. Endometrium with a double wall thickness of 9 mm with no endometrial fluid collection or discrete mass. 2. Left ovary apparently has been removed. Prominent pelvic vasculature on the left suggesting pelvic congestion. 3. The right ovary appears to be lobulated or bilobed and measures up to 4.1 cm. There is a simple 7 mm cystic area at the inferior margin of this. The right ovary appears more lobulated than what was seen before. I would suggest close followup with ultrasound in 3-4 months as it is possible that there is a nodular density adjacent to the right ovary as opposed to the ovary appearing bilobed. An endometrioma could have this appearance. Close followup is warranted. No evidence for ovarian torsion on the right. I am 49 years and in overall good health, low BMI and non smoker. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello hope the answer helps you. As your history suggestive findings based on radiology otherwise you are in good state of health with good BMI. For the findings of RT ovary loculated with simple cyst and left oophorectomy done with pelvic congestion or prominent vascular tree suggests benign process as endometrial wall thickness 9 mm which could be endometrium. But you haven't mentioned as what time of cycle this U/S done and any pain along with cycle. You need rightly a close follow-up repeat scan at some other time of cycle as before mensuration after 3-4 months.Also, as you are 49 years near to menopause so likely such findings and complaint will settle also after hormones declined so wait and see policy is the best option as far my little understanding no worries |
My husband just went for a sonogram because his creatinine is 1.9. They said he has fluid by his kidney and asked if he had any implants. He had two hip replacements over ten years ago. I am checking all of his medication and supplements to see if they can be the cause. The sonogram data will be forwarded to his doctor | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Welcome to Chat Doctor. It is better to go for torch test before planning of pregnancy if you have history of miscarriage. Now don't worry this condition is also easily treatable at this stage.CMV is under control but according to me, you have to take kanamycin for at least 20 days to control the rubella infection under guidance of your treating doctor. Regular follow up with USG for fetal well-being is must. Take b12,folic acid, calcium,DHA and other supplements. Avoid to play with any pet animal (cat, dog) if you have. Be relax, go for morning walk. Keep in touch with your doctor. |
I have a raised region on left side just below ribs. I went to the doctor he felt my abdominal region said there was nothing to worry about. However I still have this lump or swollen area. It s not painful but sometimes uncomfortable I have to lift my left shoulder up. I m thinking it could be my posture but this wouldn t cause swelling. It s slightly noticeable what could it be?? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, as mentioned by you, about the swollen or lump area, and also examined by doctor where he said It's nothing to worry.of course I agree to you that how come something comes up like this and is painful. And also how come the swelling is persisting. What I would suggest is to undergo an x-ray and check as it may reveal something with it. Maybe a fluid accumulation. Also, later on an MRI will guide to see what soft tissues are involved in that area leading to swelling. Until we get a picture of the soft tissue abnormality it will be really tough for anyone to examine and comment. As diagnostic holds the strong ground for assistance. I wish you get an MRI done, so we can come to know what sort of soft tissue is involved a muscular or a lung tissue. With the grace of God I wish you a speedy recoveryregardsJay In Chat Doctor. |
my son is 6 years old and has been diagnosed with Asthma. he has been coughing for a month. He has been on antibiotics and steroids. The cough has subsides somewhat but he coughs a lot only when hes eating only. not sure why but he is irritated by it and so are we. He s seen an allergist and was put on Qvar. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Asthma is itself an allergic disease due to cold or dust or pollen or grass etc. irrespective of the triggering factor. You can go for pulmonary function tests if not done. Treatment is mainly symptomatic which might require inhalation steroids, beta agonists, anticholinergics as MDI or rota haler as a regular treatment. To decrease the inflammation of bronchi and bronchioles, your son might be given oral antihistamines with mast cell stabilizers(montelukast or zafirlukast) and steroids (prednisolone) with nebulization and frequently steam inhalation. The best way to cure any allergy is a complete avoidance of allergen or triggering factor. Consult your pulmonologist or pediatrician for further advise. |
Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... Sir I underwent a surgery during 2002 for PUJ obstruction on right side in AIIMS, every thing went right. Now some times I feel some mild pain(akdan) in my back during sleep in night. I also got the ultra sound and obstruction was not there. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Dear patient Since recent ultrasound and was normal you need not worry about renal calculus and obstruction. Mild back pain may be due to muscular origin. I would like to advise radiograph of lumbosacral spine anteroposterior and lateral views to be sure there is no bony pathology. Start tab diclofenac plus thiocolchicoside combination twice a day for pain relief. Do stretch of back before getting out from bed. All the best |
I have four very small lytics tumors in my skull and neck. My plasna cells from bone marrow biopsy is 15 B1. I am negative for Kappa and Lambda light chains. I have no symptoms at present or other labs that are abnormal. I have had IGA gamopathy for 30 years ranging from 1000 to 1600 with no other symptoms. My oncologist want to start induction therapy of Velcade T30 injection under the skin and 40mg of decadrom once a week. Since my case is mild, am I ready for induction thrapy? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, as you are having 4 small lytic tumors and IGA gammopathy for 30 yrs with no other symptoms. You are not candidate for induction therapy. Distinguishing between MM and GUS is critical because patients with GUS are conservatively treated and do not need chemotherapy. In contrast, MM is a uniformly lethal disease that varies from a disease that does not need therapy at first to an advanced or aggressive stage that requires therapy. Thanks |
Does using trichoton forte result in weight being increased. I m using it for one week now, and found my weight has increased suddenly by 2Kg? Am not sure why it has happened. There is no swelling on my legs - to rule out thyroid issues. My age is 37 and am female. Any advise will help. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, It is unlikely to cause weight gain. Crichton Forte is a multivitamin/minerals containing formulation commonly prescribed to treat their deficiency states including that of hair loss. Generally well tolerated however its common side effects include headache, nausea, metallic taste, Chat Doctor. It is unlikely to cause weight gain. Advised to consult your doctor to rule out other causes of weight gain. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
I think my wisdom tooth is coming in and earlier today it was very swollen and just now I rinsed with hot salt water and i looked at it and picked up the flap gum with qtip and pus started coming out so what do I do now? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Ideally a wisdom tooth if not coming out completely or creating difficulty in cleaning due to improper positioning requires extraction by an oral surgeon. Sometimes food gets deposited in between the flap over the erupting wisdom tooth and the tooth itself, and it is almost impossible to clean it out resulting pus formation due to infection. As there is presence of pus in that area you need to do warm saline gargles 3-4 times/day along with a good chlorhexidine mouthwash. You may require antibiotics and an anti inflammatory Chat Doctor. These are temporary measures, I would strongly recommend you to visit your dentist for further treatment i.e.: extraction or operculectomy (cutting of the flap) for better oral hygiene. Regards |
I recently had a rusty nail puncture my hand between my fingers quite deeply, very little blood when it happened but I could see down inside the puncture wound the bits inside. I went to the hospital where they washed my hand in iodine and glued me back together also had my first tetanus jab. now the swelling has mostly subsided I am experiencing shooting pains up along my fingers and a crunching sound in my jaw. the pain in my fingers is quite substantial. do I need an xray to see if any damage has been done | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I value your concern regarding the symptoms. I have gone through your symptoms, and in my opinion you should first take Tab Tramadol 100 mg to relieve you of your pain, then an X-Ray is a must to see if there is any phalanges fracture. Also I would recommend a short course of antibiotics to prevent any infection from the injury. 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. Wishing you good health. Special note-Any medication prescribed needs to be taken after consultation with your personal doctor only. |
I am on Penicillin V for an infected root canal and probably an abcess. At first it seemed like the antii biotic was working (after 24 hrs). But now I am not so sure and I have just looked at my painful gum above the tooth and it is swollen. Probably worse than ever. Shouldnt the anto biotic have had greater effect by now ( after 3 and a half days)? How can a doctor decide whether its time to change to another anti biotic "mid course"?Regards,Rod Woolley | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The pain and swelling over the gum is because of the tooth infection resulting in abscess formation. The abscess will not respond to penicillin. You have to take metronidazole, 400 mg bid for 5 days(if you are not allergic). Once you complete the course of antibiotics for 3 days, get the tooth treated with root canal treatment. Once the treatment is started, the swelling will come down. I hope my answer will help you, take care. |
Hi, I slipped on my kitchen floor and smashed into my dishwasher door that was open so hard it knocked the plates out!The shin bone took the full impact!and the pain was unbearable!It swelled up And turned grey blue very quickly! I put ice on it and raised my leg above my heart for a few hours!ive been to ANE and saw a nurse who said to take painkillers and it will hurt for sometime!No X-ray was done?!?And two days later I m still in pain! | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Pain and swelling is common finding after such a severe blow causing traumatic injury to the soft tissues causing soft tissue tears, bruising and inflammation causing pain. In case if you are able to walk and put your body weight over the leg while walking then chances of any bony fractures are less. But in case if the pain is debilitating, and you cannot put weight then immediately get an X-ray done. If there is no fracture then do cool compresses, take anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen and along with it elevating the leg and avoiding too much exertion should be done. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
I ve had the mirena for almost 3 years now and during sex my boyfriend said he sometimes can feel it poking him, so that made me question has it moved ? Also my periods are starting to last 10 days or more & im not sure if its stress or thr mirena. Sometimes after a few days its barely bleeding jus pinkish or brownish slimy clots I just need to know if I should go and see a doctor about these things . | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Thanks for trusting us with your health concern. In the current scenario, I would suggest a proper clinical evaluation for several reasons. 1. Once the IUD is inserted, periodic check up to see if it is in place is mandatory. 2. As you have noticed abnormal menstrual pattern in recent times, you should get tested for abnormal endometrial pattern, local causes like erosion of the cervix, polyps of the cervix and endometrium, infections etc., and also cysts of the ovary. 3. Coarsening of the threads may lead to the pricking sensation, but, displacement of the IUD should always be considered and excluded. Hope this helps. |
hi i have gallstones and one is in my bile duct i didnt have i have a bowel movement 4 10-14 days been in hospiltal and i have to back on to get it removed from my duct bt the past 2 days i have had no pain and had 3 bowel movements could it of pasted | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I am Chat Doctor and I will try to help you as much as I can. It is possible for gallstones to pass, but this is not common and usually these stay in gallbladder, grow and may cause symptoms in the future. So we recommend surgical removal of the gallbladder which can be done laparoscopically today in most cases. You can also decide to wait and see, but then you risk possible gallbladder inflammation. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. |
Very concerned I have been having a lot of problems lately my body feels really tight and my legs and feet stay swollen I have had liver problems and it even shut down I stay tired it is not like me at all I work a very demanding job and on my feet anywhere from 8 to 12 hrs a day I have tried diets and have cut back in food intake but it seems the More I try the worse my weight and problems get I have been in and out of the er but I don t have heath coverage. So it is hard to get every problem out in a matter of mins do u have any ideas to where to start I have a doctors appt on Tuesday so some insight might help. Ty so much | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Your symptoms could be related to liver failure. For this reason, as you have had liver problems and limb swelling the fist thing to do is performing an abdominal ultrasound and checking liver and renal function tests. Other tests to consider would be a cardiac ultrasound and checking blood electrolytes. In the meantime, I would recommend reducing salt and water intake and taking diuretics (furosemide, spironolactone). Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hi Doctor, I am 25 year old male and I have varicocele on scrotum.. I don t have big ones, I think so... I was alredy with doctor and I have to make some analysis.. But he did t tell me how to save my self? For example: - Wear cotton underwear that allows air flow And my main problem is do I have to wear clothing to be warm down there, or it s not good idea? And should I walk/run, or maybe sit or stand.. Also I read somewhere I should t lift heavy things, or this is for something else? Because I lift little heavy things, and also can I go to health club? I ask many questions I think, but it s because I think it s imortant to know :/ Thanks | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HelloThanks for query. You have Varicocele, however you have not mentioned grade of Varicocele. The grade 1 or 2 Varicocele do not require any active treatment . The discomfort in scrotum can be managed with scrotal support and mild painkillers Avoid heavy exercises that will increase intro abdominal pressure like Wt lifting .pull-ups etc. You can have moderate exercises walk, run . Avoid smoking. Thanks and Regards. Chat Doctor. |
i have a masturbation addiction, i also had a smoking adddiction, but i quit smoking around 2 weeks ago. 2 days after i quit smoking i started masturbating a lot. i masturbated 57 times this week. 57th time was around 3 hours ago, and right now i m having urges to masturbate again. i have this slight pain right above my groin and below my waist line like somewhere in the middle. this pain has got me worried. and i m scared if somehow i manage to bring my masturbation number down, i might start smoking again and i dont want that. please help me overcome both of these problems. thankyou! -Abdullah | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Dear, We understand your concerns went through your details. Excess masturbation is always energy consuming and therefore many areas of your body starts showing the symptoms of lethargy and fluid loss. Among the first symptoms of fluid loss is muscular pain. You should stop masturbation for the time being, for a week. After that reduce your masturbation frequency to three times a week. To stop smoking, you should consult a addiction therapist. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible. Hope this answers your query. Further clarifications are welcome. Good luck. Take care. |
I have been noticing several unexplained bruises on my inner thighs over the past couple weeks. This morning I woke up with 2 the size of a nickel on my right inner thigh and they hurt, unlike the other ones. I was diagnosed with anemia 4 weeks ago but have been faithful with my iron pill everyday. Could this be an side effect of the anemia or something else? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | thanks for your query can feel your concerns spontaneous bruises are not the consequence of anaemiausually they result either due to decrease platelet count or as a result of some clotting factor deficiency would like to know if you have any family history of bleeding disorder?I recommend that you consult your doctor for proper clinical examination have a routeing complete blood count to verify platelet count and coagulation profile after consulting your doctor wishing you speedy recovery am available for your help regards Chat Doctor. |
Since last 1 week all of a sudden i m experiencing excessive hair fall Almost 50 to 70 strands in 1 single stroke of brushing hair. with the widest combbAlso. While shampooing or even when i just casually move my fingers inBetween hair. N hairfall is increasing everyday pls help | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello. Thank you for writing to us at Chat Doctor Sudden/ acute hair fall is known as Halogen Effluvium. Telogen is the resting phase of hair growth cycle and once hair enters Halogen, it is shed over the next few days. There may be various causes for transition to halogen phase. Most of these causes are identifiable in the history of the patient, in the preceding 3-4 months before onset of Halogen. Telogen usually begins 2-3 months after a stressful event/ triggering event. This stressful event can be a preceding medical illness like e.g. dengue, malaria, jaundice etc.; a major surgery is also usually followed by halogen that begins 3-4 months after the stressful event. Other common causes are deficient Iron stores; Weight loss/ dieting; post pregnancy/ postpartum, certain Chat Doctor. These causes if identified can be ad |
hii was eating some porridge n i put it down n my little boy put his hands in it. i didnt notice anythin in his hands but when i took another spoonful i swallowed a nail it is about 1 inch long cos he had the other one in his hand. it felt sharp goin down but thats all; it was about 5 hours ago nowwhat should i do | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Cellophane You for contacting Chat Doctor. Main problem occurs during swallowing. It may get obstruct all the way to stomach or cause erosion. As nothing such occurred so you should not worry. It will itself be excreted via feces but if you feel severe pain in abdomen or feel any unusual symptom then do report to hospital Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow-up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. Wishing you good health. |
My 12 year old son had an infection above one of his teeth with swelling to the face. the dentist scraped the area and suction out the infection and prescribed Amoxicillin. He has taken two of them as of today but the swelling is still increasing to his face and he has a temperature of 101. The dentist did advise that if the swelling should start to increase to the media range to the face to take to the ER. My concern at this moment is should we monitor for tonight or take him to the ER? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Antibiotic treatment usually takes at least 24 hours to be effective. Take all doses at correct prescription times. I suggest taking anti-inflammatory medication along with the antibiotic prescription at regular intervals. If possible, a combination of Tylenol and Advil can be very effective in controlling the spread of inflammation. Consult with your dentist for proper dosage based on weight and age of your child. I suggest calling the dentist to discuss the degree of increased swelling. This should help make the decision since your dentist is familiar with your sons condition. Any severe swelling should be treated at the ER. Sometimes one antibiotic is not effective and needs to be changed. Sometimes a stronger dose are required initially or during treatment to be effective. You must fully complete antibiotic prescriptions. If you are in any doubt about your sons' health, you cannot be wrong by making a trip to the ER. Close monitoring is advised as it is not uncommon for an increase in symptoms before the antibiotic is fully effective. Thank you for your inquiry. I hope your son will feel relief soon. |
I am a 76 yr old woman with PD.....some cognetive problems....slight depression..periodicaly... I find my self singing-humming 85percent of the time. Nearlly uncontrolable......Is this a mental health thing.....I live alone, have never been a singer...... | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. In your case, self humming of songs are not at all a mental health thing. Instead, it is clearly healthy. We often ask people with mental problems to sing or hum songs which they like. Such an exercise keeps their mind away from unnecessary thinking and thereby other related mental troubles. Means, you are healthy otherwise and do not relate the humming with mental illness. Actually it is entertaining. Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe some psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. |
Hi there, I have an ache in my chest- directly in the middle, where my ribs meet (but below the bottom of the breast line) and also have noticed whooshing in my ears when I lie down (it is not constant, just happens for a few seconds and then subsides) as well as some slight aching in my neck and jaw area (which could be attributed to anxiety.) I used to have low blood pressure, but it seems to be normal the last few years, and also I always had low cholesterol, but havent checked it again in years and have been loving things like cheese, eggs and butter... Could this be something serious, or am I just being a hypochondriac? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Dairy seem to read a lot about anxietyChest ache may be summarized due to acidity due to anxiety.Also, the pain around neck and jaw may be attributed to anxiety. Whooshing can also be due to anxiety. But need to read along with your lifestyle, medical history, attributes etc. For which consult a physician first and get rid of your doubts one by one. Self diagnosis can definitely make you anxious. Wish speedy recovery. |
Ive been on birth control for over eight months now a d take them perfectly. Although,my boyfriend and I started having sex last week. Almost a week ago the condom broke and he came inside me. Me, being stupid, I grabbed two birth control pills and swallowed them to be sure. The next day I accidentally took two pills. I know taking more than one pill is dangerous but I wasnt thinking. Anyway, I am on my 6th day of placebo pills and still havent started my period. Is this because of e extra pills? Or a I pregnant this early? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello dear, The emergency birth control pills are considered effective when taken within 72 hours of unprotected sexual intercourse. These pills have high hormonal content. And since you have taken 4 pills accidentally, it can cause hormonal imbalance in the body, resulting in delay of periods. However, to relieve your apprehension, you can get a Pregnancy test done using a Pregnancy kit. In case of pregnancy, it will give positive result within one week. The reasons for delay in periods and spotting can be many such as hormonal imbalance(as already explained), ovulatory cycles, stress, any infection or pathology in the uterus, ovary, etc. So, if pregnancy test is negative & periods are further delayed, kindly consult a Gynecologist & get a proper clinical examination done. Investigations like complete blood count, Ultrasound scan of abdomen and pelvis will be helpful to rule out any pathological cause for your symptoms. Wishing you a good health. Take care. |
Hi, me and my wife are planning to have a baby. her last periods started on 28 jan. we are having unprotected sex since then. three days back she has got a tooth extracted from dentist and has been given crocin and some other tablets for five days. are these safe to have in case she has concieved? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | His can understand your concern for the safety of Cronin during early pregnancy. Yes, Cronin (Paracetamol) is safe during early pregnancy. Since you did not mention the prescribed antibiotics, whether it is used before the tooth extraction or prescribed after the tooth extraction? Generally antibiotics like Amoxicillin, Ampicillin and Cephalexin are safe during pregnancy and should be taken only if there is a genuine indication. Hope this answers your query. |
I got hit with a baseball pitch in my hand. I went and got it checked out and got x-rays done and they said it was just a contusion. They allowed me to play as long as I could bare the pain, so I continued to play and just dealt with some bruising and swelling where I got hit. Now it s about a month later and I have a hard bump on my hand that feels like bone. It s right below the knuckle of my ring finger, but it doesn t hurt at all even when I press down as hard as I can on the bump. What could the bump be? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I have studied your case with diligenceGive rest to hand and wrist. You can apply crêpe bandage for support. You may now need MRI of hand/wrist to rule out any minor fracture. You can consult your doctor by taking appointment, apparently it does not seem like emergency. 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. |
Hi- This is urgent. My niece does this thing- it has happened four times in a year now- She will be normally playing or sitting or eating, and all of a sudden her body turns all pale- her lips are completely white and she goes unresponsive- she is awake and her eyes are open but her breathing becomes shallow and her mom and I blow in her nose which makes her take deep breaths untill emergancy assistance arrives. Then after about 15 minutes she snaps out of it. Today her MRI results came back normal, her EEG was also normal. What is going on?? What other steps can we take to get to the bottem of this scary problem?? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Is the episode preceded by excessive sweating / blurring of vision / nausea? In this setting, two other possibilities to be ruled out are cardiogenic syncope and neural syncope. The former can be ruled out with an ECG. In neural syncope, this happens after prolonged / sudden standing, especially when deny Chat Doctor. Your doctor will guide through this Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hello doctor,I have a dental abscess, and I am 33 weeks pregnant. It is so painful that I cannot eat, sleep, drink, or do anything. My dentist cannot do anything about it until next month. I was wondering if the emergency room can do something about it. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor forum. You could ask your dentist or go to the emergency room to prescribe Antibiotics like Augmentin 625 mg thrice a day for five days along with Tylenol (paracetamol). This will help in pain relief and then go to the dentist to get the tooth extracted. Do not delay, as the pain and infection will affect your baby\s growth as you would be avoiding normal diet and infection would not allow nutrition to pass onto your baby. It is okay to take during pregnancy if so much infection and pain are there. |
hello sir..im 21 yrs old female. i had pulmonary koch before 4-5 yrs. took complete course of anti-tubercular drugs at that time...present chief complaints are:--presence of green colour sputum (sometimes with little amt of blood)chest pain (on left side sometimes--sharp n stabby pain)no h/o fever,cough..sometimes feels breathlessness on physical exertionh/o loss of wt. present...i went to dr.. n in investigations i found fibrotic lesions in my left lung...other reports r normal..i.e CBC,sputum test,urine etc,,,plz advise me wht should i hve to do..i dont wants to take medicines anymore..is there any tx to treat lung fibrosis..???? wht kind of exercises should i hve to do to improve my health condition? and plz give suggestions about diet also?thanx in advance... | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi Dear !! Thanks for your query to Chat Doctor. Read and Reviewed your query in context to your health issues. In the given scenario and history facts, You seem to suffer from-Reactivation of the Pulmonary Koch's with fibrotic lesions in left lung.Don't worry. Dos -suggested-Get Sputum AFB donged IRA test done on Blood and sputum to fix active TB lesions currently. Consult Chest Physician for Repeat Course of Anti-TB for your case. High protein/high carbon, high fat, bland distrusts in plenty. Plenty of fluids -with the medicines, to tolerate them smoothly, Rest for 8 hrs. Tab Zirconia with anti-tb medicines. This would help you to come out of this problem. Dear If you follow above tips, you should not worry about medicines.NO treatment currently without these medicines. Only timely intake of tb medicines with proper care as suggested above would improve your health. Hope this reply would help you to resolve the health issues with help of doctors attending on you. If need be, update any health issue 24 x 7 by a direct question to ME, at following Chat Doctor link-Dear, Don't forget to close this query with YOUR pleasing feedback comments to rate this reply and service, to boost the morale of incoming Emergency patients like YOU, at Chat Doctor services. If you want to update more details and ask more update queries, You are most Welcome herewith !! Good Day!! Wishing Good Healthy Life in time to come!! Chat Doctor. N. Senior Surgical Specialist. S. Genl-CVTS |
Hi I am very uncomfortable as my stomach is distended and feel pressure inside. I also feel slightly sick from this pressure and dont have an appetite. I I have constant vaginal bleeding. I am under a consultant who has suggested a full hysterectomy but I dont want one if I can help it. I also had a endometrial ablation last year in July but started bleeding constantly again in December until present. I also suffered a heavy bleed and had to call out of hours drs to request noriestherone tablets to help stop bleeding. But now I am starting to bleed through these tablets and it not stopping the bleeding completely. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HI. You have a failed treatment for vaginal bleeding with ablation and medicines. This is the major indication for hysterectomy. As you have a history of stomach distension and feeling pressure inside I would suggest such a patient first to undergo CT scan to rule out cancer of the uterus. Go for tests of blood, urine and fitness for surgery and anesthesia. The best treatment for you is Hysterectomy. |
I keep feeling sick to my stomach, tired, cranky, and I feel just like i did when I was pregnant with my son. During that pregnancy, I had a blood test done at about 9 weeks and it was negative...I went to my doc and he did an ultrasound and found a heartbeat. Should I trust the blood test I took or should I get an ultrasound done. My lasy normal period was nov. 22. The 13 of dec i had about half a pad of blood then nothing...? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Thank You for the query at Chat Doctor Quantitative blood Chat Doctor levels are very accurate (more than 97%). But sometimes false negative results are possible, if testing is done very early in pregnancy. Since you haven't had menstrual cycle since last December, I'd recommend repeating blood Chat Doctor levels. If it still comes back negative, Vaginal Ultrasound can confirm the presence/ absence of pregnancy and fetal viability. Hope I was able to help please ad Chat Doctor. |
Hi, My father aged 72y has recently diagnosed Adenosquamous Carcinoma on Primary lung origin i need to know the treatment process and more information about the approach we should take (Surgery, Chemo or radiations). What are key parameters we should focus on. RegardsRizwan | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Adenosquamous carcinoma of lung I'd not that common. Treatment depends on staging of cancer. Staging depends on size of tumor, part of lung involved, distal metastasis present or not, lymph nodes involved or not etc. So better to consult oncologist and get done bone scan, CT brain and abdomen to rule out distal metastasis. According to this stage is decided. Initial stages (stage 1-2) are treated with surgery and chemotherapy. While later stages (stage 3-4) are treated with palliative chemotherapy and radiotherapy. So better to consult oncologist and first determine stage of his cancer. On the basis of staging treatment should be done. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your father. Thanks. |
my small grandson has had a upset tummy and being sick for a week now he has a large red rash around his belly button | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi.dear motive., Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor., Red rash around the waist in the child Chat Doctor. .,usually due to IRRITANT DERMATITIS., This irritation is due to silver waist thread., or Elastic thread in the underwear suit., So evaluate it and try to remove or avoid.,,1) Topical application of ... Calamine lotion in morning times., Dexamethasone and gentamicin cream nighttimes.,2) Syrup...levocetrizine 2 spoonful 3 times daily.,3) Syrup. Ofloxacin 2 Spoonful 2 times daily., ok...than |
hello doctor, got married 1 and a half years before still i didnt get conceive but the day of marriage till now we have intercourse. we undergone some basic test in that my hubby sperm counts are 22ml. its an average rate so doctor suggest him to take fertyl m25g.. want know what it does? how come this is effective? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Thankyou for asking your question at Chat Doctor. I understand your concern Ferry M tablets is used for treating both male and female infertility. It helps in improving sperm count and motility by acting as an antioxidant (removing toxic oxygen radicals from the body) and maintaining hormonal balance. It improves mild decrease in sperm count/motility. Hope I was able to answer your question Please feel free to ad Chat Doctor. |
My feet/toes get so cold when I sit at night. The toes actually hurt and it takes a lot for me to get them warm. Even now when the weather is getting warmer my toes still get so cold. Then when they do get warm it almost feels like a rush of blood going into my feet and then they will get real warm. Could this be a circulation issue? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, I have studied your case and I think that this pain is due to Maynard phenomena. In this there is spasm of the vessels when this is exposed to cold. And as soon as there is warmth vessels get dilated. I would recommend you to avoid cold weather and wear socks all the time. Also, you should wash your feet with warm water whenever there is lushness. If still there are symptoms then you need to show it to a vascular surgeon. Thanks |
Hello doctor,My mother\s BP is always fluctuating. She has high heart rate and was taking tablet Concor cor 2.5 mg. Later the doctor changed it to tablet Telma 40 mg and Ivabrad 5mg. My mother is not feeling well after taking tablet Ivabrad. Can you please suggest some other medication? Thank you in advance. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi I would suggest her to have low salt diet and start doing few mild exercises. Revert back with the information to a general medicine physician online |
I have found a small lump between my lower ribs, I have a constant dull achy pain and tightenness a bit light indigestion. I had a baby September 2010 and thought the pain was related to the muscles being weaker and not regaining their orginal structure, but I recently found a peas sized lump . | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi! Good evening. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. Although it needs a physical examination of the lump, from your history, it seems to be an epigastric hernia, which is protrusion of a small amount of preperitoneal fat through a week point in the line Alba, which might have been caused by the stretching during your last pregnancy. This herniation could give rise to the lump along with the dull achy pain in your case. The treatment of this condition would be a small surgery. However, this has to be examined physically by a general surgeon who would then decide on the course of action and proceed accordingly. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. I wish you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. |
Hello doctor,I am having a history of hypertension for the last 13 years. My BMI is around 39 and recently I found grade 1 diastolic dysfunction. What is your advice on going out to the office? As I am working in a bank and it comes under essential services. What precautions should I take against COVID-19? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Welcome to ChatDoctor. Certainly, you fall into hig-risk category and prevention is very important in your case, so ideally you should avoid going to bank or outside as much as possible. But this may not be possible for essential service providers like you, doctors. If you could not manage to stay home then take full precautions like using mask all the time, keeping distance from all the individuals, using sanitizer frequently, etc. If your BP is remaining above 140/90 mmHg for most of the times then you need to get some more medications added like tablet Cilinidipine 10 mg once or twice daily depending upon the requirement. Also, LDL cholesterol of 181 is too much elevated and you need to be on medication for it as well along with healthy lifestyle like tablet Rosuvastatin 10 mg bedtime for eight weeks. So, you need to take full precautions as you fall into high risk category. I hope this helps. |
Hello! Recently I have been more forgetful and it s increasing. I forget what I was going to do or do something else instead. for example I went to the washroom to wash my face but came out brushing my teeth at middle of the day. sometimes I lose track of what I was doing. Mix up words too. for example I probably wanted to say the food is in the fridge but end up saying in the mircowave. should I be concerned? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, First, you should do some investigations, such as measuring blood pressure, lipid profile in the blood. If they were normal you need to take a vitamin B complex, Chaotic acid, benfotiamine and folic acid. Moreover, you should change your lifestyle, for example, you should stop smoking, Chat Doctor. If you do not respond to these measurements, you should ask a neurologist for further direct investigations. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hello, my name is Zoe and abot 5 days ago my son developed a wierd sort of rash on his chest. It was getting better but on Sat afternoon it spread to his legs. We went to the park not thinking it was anything to serious and while at the park he stepped on a bee and was stung on his foot. Now he has broken out with a severe rash all over his body and has diarrhea. Could this be an allergic reaction, even though he had the rash before the bee sting? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, thank for consulting ChatDoctorAcute, sudden onset diarrhea occurring together with skin symptoms, like itch, tingling, swelling or rash may be caused by: Childhood viral infections, like measles, scarlatina, rubella, chicken pox, infectious mononucleosis. The most common one is the varicella virus, which causes chickenpox. This rash starts as flat red bumps that then become crusted over. They usually start on the face and abdomen or back and then spread to the whole body. Other common viruses that cause rashes have become less common because of vaccination. These include measles and rubella or German measles. Bacterial infections can also cause rashes throughout the body. So as it is before the bee sting consult a pediatrician for further advice. THANK YOU. |
Hello doctor,I have fallen on the floor from about 130 cm high and hit my foot, however, one of my toes has swollen and it hurts so much, So I had an x-ray for my feet and the doctor said it was fine, but what I see on the x-ray photo seems to be a dislocation in a phalanx. Is that normal? Can you have a look at the x-ray? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello. I have seen the x-ray. (attachment removed to protect patient identity). I must agree that the second toe proximal joint does look dislocated. It is, however, difficult to confirm this without having a true AP (anteroposterior) view and true lateral view. Also, what is the toe looking like is bruised, swollen and deformed? What about the fact, do you have pain over the toe? Can you move this like the second toe on the opposite foot? If you say that there is a pain, reduced movements and swollen, then, you will need to repeat the x-ray and if it is dislocated, it needs to be reduced urgently and will need buddy strapping. I hope this helps. |
I have a painful lump on the left side of my jaw. I just noticed this today. It is not painful on the inside on my mouth. It is only painful when pushing on the lump. I am 44 yrs old, 153 lbs., have depression, anxiety and high blood pressure. No other medical history. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. It could be a lump/lesion arising from the mandible. 2. I would ask for an X-ray lateral and anteroposterior view to confirm.3. Onter Differential would be a cystic/ solid mass arising from the submandibular gland. (an ultrasound would help to identify the content of the lesion)4. So get an ultrasound scan after if necessary x-ray. 5.take near possible appointment and get the scans done. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you. |
My mother is 90 years old and has been quite healthy but she has starting having symptoms that I am concerned about...they drained her lungs that had a lot of fluid in them and I have noticed her ankles are very swollen. They did not tell her what may have caused the liquid in her lungs. Her kidneys and bladder have been checked and seem to be okay. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In my opinion she is having cardiac disease mostly age related cardiac failure. Due to old age possibility of underlying cardiac damage is high. Heart is responsible for fluid circulation in the body. So when its function are deteriorating then fluid is accumulated in the dependent part of the body. So edema of lower limbs appear first. Pleural cavity can also fill with fluids. So possibility of cardiac cause is high. Other possible causes are1. Low proteins2. Low hemoglobin.3. Malignancy better to consult cardiologist first and rule out cardiac cause. |
I have a tooth infection(pain as well as swelling) for four days... Three days before I checked wit doctor... He suggested a tab moxikind cv 625 and ruthoheal-d. now I relieved from pain... But swelling is more than that... Im 24 yrs... Having thyroid problem | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi Dear, Swollen gums despite taking Moxikind-CV and Rutoheal-D as per your query seems you have symptoms of gingivitis/periodontitis i.e. inflammation of gums to severe level. It could be due to poor oral hygiene and compromised immunity which is making susceptible to infections. Maintain proper oral hygiene by brushing and flossing daily. Take antimicrobial mouthwash rinses such as Listerine. Take antibiotic such as Azithromycin to prevent further infection. Visit oral physician once and get it examined and go for scaling and root planing of teeth. Chat Doctor. Avoid taking sticky food such as chocolates, toffees and chips. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, |
for the past few years my gums have become sore where my wisdom teeth seem to be pushing the gum but then after a week they retreat and it goes on and on i have a flap of gum that is also in the back lower corner of my mouth where they are supposed to come through and it swells up a lot in that area i have had an Absis before with it being drained by me accidentally while brushing my teeth im currently suffering from swollen gums and a bad taste in my mouth | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello there, you are suffering from peritonitis that is inflammation of gums overlying your wisdom tooth. This flap of loose gums invites accumulation of food debris which leads to fowl mouth odor, bacterial infection and in turn abscess formation. Rinse your mouth regularly with warm saline water till you visit a dentist. X-ray examination of the tooth shows its position and if it's impacted in bone go for surgical removal of tooth. If the tooth seems to erupt in coming time you can go for operculectomy that is excision of the overlying flap to remove the pocket and expose the tooth for eruption. I hope that helps, take care. |
helo doc my friend is suffering from tb , he is taking medicine from 5month , doc advised him to take medicine for 9 months, his dose was myrin p forte three cupsole , 1 inh 50mg, 1 vita 6 tab, after three month doc change his medicine to rimactal inh 300mg, n 1 vita 6, is it right treatment? he often suffers from itching of throat, is it due to tb, or pain , mild pain in the chest, he have showding wid cavitation in the left lung, right lung clear.. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Thanks for your query at Chat Doctor! I am Infectious Disease Specialist! I went through your query! Myrin-P Forte is a fixed-dose combination tablet containing rifampicin (RMP, 150 mg), isoniazid (INH, 75 mg), ethambutol (EMB) HY Chat Doctor. Yes he's getting the right treatment. Yes itching in throat seems to be due to allergy or viral/bacterial infection. Take cetirizine, fexofenadine or loratadine for relief. Get liver enzymes monitored. Happy to take more queries! You can also write a review for me. If you would like some more information, I will be happy to provide. Take care! |
Sunday I woke up with a bad headache and started getting quesy and for the next 14 hours I was throwing up almost every hour and when I was done each time I broke out in a sweat and then got chills. I am still alittle nauseas today but this happened 2 months ago too. Is this a flu? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor It does not sound like the flu. Nausea, vomiting, headache are commonly related to viral or bacterial infection of the stomach. If the intestines are involved may also have diarrhea. In some persons, who have severe reflux, these symptoms may also occur. Treatment(1)Restricting your diet till there is a 4-hour window with no symptoms(2)using meds such as Pepto-Bismol or Chat Doctor. |
my 2 month old is transitioning from breast milk to formula. I was feeding him 1 bottle of similac advance for about 5 or 6 days and the last 2 days after feeding him the bottle he broke out into a bad red rash with white bumps all over his back, arms, face, neck and legs. What could it be? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello. Thank you for asking at Chat Doctor. I went through your sons history and would like to make following suggestions for him:1. He may be reacting to any of the contents of the baby food. Personally I would suggest you to withhold the baby food for a few weeks and then reintroduce under your pediatricians' guidance. If apart from rash, your son has any other symptom like fever, cold limbs, vomiting, diarrhea, not feeding well, lethargy, etc., it may indicate an infection, and please consult your pediatrician immediately.2. For prevention of allergies & infections, only breastfeeding up to 6 months of age and introduction of other foods only after 6 months is the best strategy. So unless necessary, I would not suggest you to introduce any food/formula before 6 months of age. Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you. Wish your son the best of the health. Thank you & Regards. |
i HAVE UGLY BLACK LEGS & ARMS. hOW DO i LIGHTEN UP? i AM FAIR SKINNED OTHERWISE | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello! My dear, whatever may happen never refer to yourself as ugly. Beauty is a perception... and It's not always external.... ! Dark color of your arms and legs could be due to harmful effects of Sun. First and foremost always apply sunscreen. The right method of application is that apply liberally, 10 - 15 min before stepping out into the sun and re apply after 2-3 hours. A broad spectrum sunscreen such as Uncross aqua gel will be good and non-sticky for a tropical climate. For lightening, you can try creams such as Bolivia but considering it is a large body part it is usually not continent to apply creams. You can opt for Chemical peels such as Glycol or TCA peels, for which your cosmetologist can guide you. At home, you can try a mix of gram flour(began) with milk, apply like a paste keep for 5 min and wash it off, you can do this 2-3 times a week and follow it with a moisturizing lotion. Let me know the progress. Take Care Best Chat Doctor. |
Hello, i m a 42yr.old female. I had bld tests done for my symptoms that began 2yrs. Ago. Low complement c3 c4 levels along with very low ferritin were the abnormal findings accompaning my fatigue, low grade fever, joints of fingers, ankles, feet and knee pain with morning stiffness lasting more than 1hr. Ana neg., rheumatoid factor negative. Bone density identified severe osteopenia, | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, I understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor, Infectious diseases specialists, responding to you. Ferritin is the storage of the iron in our body. As iron is not stored in the body. It leads to anemia. This results in weakness and other symptoms of your body. I advise starting iron therapy as per your body iron status, under your Chat Doctor. I will be glad to answer your further query. Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. Wish you the best health. Thank you, ChatDoctor. |
i found a lump under my right breast... and sense I found the lump.. just last sunday it has gotten bigger.. I had a mammogram and a ultra done and they want to send me for a biopsy next monday.. it started out as just a irritant but has grown into a achy pain.. I get shortness of breath and at times half of my right arm will go num.. can that lump press on my lung causing my shortness of breath and why is my arm going num.. plus what can I do to ease the pain.. I got inflamatory med. but cant take it till after biopsy due to its a blood thinner..just taking tylonal right now.. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi. Thanks for your query and an elucidated history. The lump in the breast has to be biopsied, and you have an appointment for it. It is very rare to have the lump to grow into the lungs, so practically impossible for the lump to cause the shortness of breath. There may be a problem in the lung only. The numbness in the right arm can have a reason in the neck or the cervical spine. Form the history you have provided, I would suggest you to go for MRI of the cervical spine and neck soft tissue to watch for either the disc or secondary lymph node. So also to go for CT scan Chest for condition of the lung/ lump and possibility of cancer and its complications. It is not for sure that this is cancer only, but you have to get this ruled out and get a proper treatment at the earliest. |
I have a dry skin type rash on my back and several small unhealing sores on my arms and legs. The rash on my back slightly itches and sticks up a bit. The sores on the rest of my body seem to stay as small open sores, the size of a pimple. How can I treat this naturally? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, You seem to have purity simplex most probably. There is no natural remedies for such problem. You consult dermatologist and have firm diagnosis. It may be due to some cause internal diseases or external factors.allergens or irritants. That can be found out by detailed history and investigations by your doctor. I would suggest antihistamines like levocetirizine and oral steroids in tampering doses. You may apply mild steroid cream on the lesions. And contact with suspected allergens or irritants should be avoided, if internal disease is found, it should be treated. I hope this would help you. Thanks. |
I have bronchitis and the guy gave me a inhaler called asmol and when ever I use it my breathing gets worse what does that mean? And I can t cough laugh or sneeze like before I could do it with my lower abdominal hurting but its gotten to the point where I can t do it now and sometimes I get the same feeling of abdominal pain just under my ribs ? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, If you are suffering from acute bronchitis then you would require antibiotics (quinolones or accolades or cephalosporins or amoxicillin with clavulanic acid) and bronchodilators like beta agonists (albuterol or terbutaline), anticholinergics like ipratropium bromide or aminophylline with nebulization and steam inhalation. Asmol is a albuterol bronchodilator, and it can be used in treatment of bronchospasm. If your breathing gets worsened after taking it then ii could be due to allergy to that particular Chat Doctor. Consult your pulmonologist for further advise. This all above might have to be given for at least 7 to 10 days to resolve the symptoms. Your abdominal pain could be due to your breathing difficulty leading to rise in intra-abdominal pressure. So, dont worry about that. |
Hi doctor, my platelets are decreasing and are now only 40,000 against the minimum level of 150,000. Some giant platelets have been detected via the peripheral smear blood test.Doctor had also advised tests for HIV, HCV, Anti Nuclear Antibody and Anti DNA Antibody DS Tests, which have already been conducted. Reports for HIV and HCV are non reactive. However, Antibodies test results have not come yet.Please suggest or atleast help me out with your opinion, as to what disease the doctor is actually suspecting and do we need to really worry or not. Thanks a ton for your help...!! | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello friend, Thank you for choosing Chat Doctor. I am a Homeopath and so will be answering your question in the view point of Homeopathy. The lab investigations of your blood give value of platelets as below normal. Any biochemical change occurring in your body is not the disease. It is the result of disease or the self defense mechanisms body takes up to keep you healthy. By administering chemical Chat Doctor. Here you have not mentioned what made you to do a routine blood study. What symptoms were there that prompted you to do so? Or since how long you are suffering from that particular symptom? Then you will give a particular event in your life that made you sick. It can be one psychological conflict that made you sick in the organ level. It can also be like this that you had a comparatively innocent symptom in a less serious organ and that was treated by suppressive chemical |
good afternoon sir my name is ABDULLAH AHMAD and i am a male student of age 21 ,sir my question is that my face colour is darker than my body colour due to which i feel shame so sir please suggest me any indian cream for to make the colour balance. good afternoon sir my name is ABDULLAH AHMAD and i am a male student of age 21 ,sir my question is that my face colour is darker than my body colour due to which i feel shame so sir please suggest me any indian cream for to make the colour balance. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HI!abdullahroxy, Welcome To Chat Doctor forum, If the complexion is darker genetically then nothing mush can be done, but if you have developed tanning, then there are some possibilities. You should first start using a good SPF sunscreen daily. Along with this you can use creams like comic acid, glycolic acid, hy Chat Doctor. Procedures like chemical peels and micro dermabrassion are also good for improving the complexion. So consult a dermatologist for the best possible treatment. Regards, |
Hi there! My mum is very obsessive when it comes to cleaning and being very judgemental. Everyday she is moaning about cleaning whether I have done this or not, even at about 6:30 every morning she is constantly asking me to do something which has cleaning involved she will even finish work earlier just so she can do extra cleaning or preparing food. She was raised in a very strict home with parents who are strict, my mother is a bit like my grandmother who believes the women should do all the cleaning and cooking while men just do nothing. However this cleaning disorder has been having a huge effect on me as she thinks I have not been doing enough every day and therefore she is constantly having arguements with me. I have tried not to be at home so often because of this and when I am she never asks me how have I been or how my day has been the first thing is an arguement about cleaning yet again. At home I try my best to help by washing dishes, moping, hoovering, cleaning the garden, maintaing a clean bedroom, dusting and etc... What more could I do? I am to the point where I can t deal with this anymore and I am only 19, my mother doesn t spend any time with me even though I ask to go to the cinema or come out for dinner with me (my treat)... but chooses to clean. Since starting my new job at a Bank I haven t been able to do as much cleaning as I could before, but I still help and because I am finding it quite difficult I have brought up the subject of getting a cleaner and I would pay, however I got laughed at. My dad who isn t together with my mum said that she went to his house and started inspecting it to see if his cleaner had done a good job. I know my mum so well that if I was to get a cleaner to come home she would just do it herself again as she does the same to me after I cleaned the day after or 2 she will go back to cleaning the same spot again. My step dad has not even bothered saying anything as in my view I think he enjoys that she does all the work... and says we do not need a cleaner, but basically my main question is do you think she has a disorder? I have even offered kindly to pay for therapy and she declined saying she does not need it. Not to mention my mum has been on anti depresants before and now I am having to suffer with her cleaning habit and on going arguements with me. Help please?????!!!! | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I understand your emotions. In my opinion naming a disorder for your mothers behavior or obsession is quite easy. It can be called OCD. But is there any requirement to name it? Who is not obsessed? Everyone is with something of others. As long as the obsessions go out of hand and become a behavioral hazard, better not to ad Chat Doctor. Your mother is doing well and finding her own satisfaction level with her current behavior. Let her enjoy. You can pacify her when she gets enraged. Please understand. Starting a psychiatric treatment for OCD may cripple her self-confidence and self-esteem. She does a good job, enjoys it, and never negative about it and is satisfied. What else do you want? Put her in trouble of psychiatric treatment? I shall oppose. Do according to your conscience. God bless you. If you require more of my services, please post a direct query with every Possible details. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. |
Doctor,I Subha, 28 years old. From last 2 days Im suffering breathless problem. already I had medicine, (Muscadol & salbutamol inhel) before I was suffering chest pain also, now no painning more, but still having breathless. (Im working in a Laundry & there are more dust also) from my child hood I have little allergic with dust. but I never suffer asthma or sevier breathless problem | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Dear Subha, Allergies to dust mite increases when you are in a humid atmosphere, and of course with working in a lawn Chat Doctor. I would suggest you also avoid bleaching agents as they release nascent chlorine on contact with water and asthmatics tend to cough more or get an acute attack on such exposure. For the asthma, you need to see a Chest Specialist to start on Budesonide 2 puffs twice daily inhaler or Fluticasone 250 2 puffs twice daily. You need to keep Stalin inhaler for emergency use. Testing for allergies to know what exactly you are allergic to will be required. Best Wishes. |
I have a knot under my left ankle an it is numb all the way from the knot to my little toe to about half way across my foot. There is swelling too an alot of pain. I don t know what i did. All i know i lifted my grandbaby up to put her in her car seat an it started hurting an thats been almost 2 weeks ago an still numb an hurts | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, It looks from your details that most probably you may have stretched a nerve supplying to your foot on inner side of your ankle. At present, you should do following to have relief in this:- Start wearing a below knee brace.- Do rest. Avoid excessive movements.- Keep your limb elevated on a pillow.- Take some nerve supplements like vitamin B12 PREPARATIONS.- There should be improvement in next 5 10 days. If your foot still continue to numb then you should consult to your doctor. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
I am taking Betnesol Forte tablet 1mg (to control my asthma) from last 1 and a half year as i suffer from asthma.Have gained 15kgs and my face has become totally round with double chin. would like to discontinue the tablets as i am having too many health problems due to it.I started taking these pills as when my asthama increases i have a very bad total nose block.so to avoid that i started this tablet and now i am too much used to it.Please its request to help me stop Betnesol Forte and control my asthma too. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Thank you for asking at Chat Doctor. I went through your history and would like to make suggestions for you as follows:1. I would like to know more about you like - your age, since when you have asthma, what are other medications that you are using, what are other medical conditions that you are having, what are your nose symptoms, have you undergone any testing, etc. Based on above details, I would be able to make suggestions more specifically. 2. There are many options to control asthma other than oral steroids (like Benson Forte).3. Were I treating you, I would suggest you lung function testing (spirometry) to know your lung capacity and severity of asthma. It would help me choose your Chat Doctor. 4. I would suggest you intranasal corticosteroids, montelukast and inhaled corticosteroids for at least 1 month. Please note that intranasal and inhaled corticosteroids act locally and have much less side effects as compared to oral corticosteroids.5. I would also suggest you to consult an ENT surgeon who will examine your nose cavity from inside as you have long-standing noes obstruction.6. I would suggest you allergy testing to identify the substances causing symptoms to you. Based on allergy testing report, you can follow avoidance measures and an Allergist-Immunologist may prescribe you allergen specific immunotherapy which is a long term treatment of allergies.7. In general, I would suggest you to avoid exposure to dusts, smokes and air pollution as much as possible.8. I would also suggest you regular exercise and a healthy nutrition which will improve your lung capacity and immunity respectively in a long run.9. I would also suggest you weight reduction as obesity affects asthma adversely. Please consult a professional exercise trainer and dietician to manage your weight problem. Of course, steroids-induced obesity will improve gradually once they are stopped.10. A SPECIFIC CAUTION: As you are taking oral steroids for 1.5 years, please do not stop them immediately - it can cause life-threatening condition. Please consult a physician, he will gradually decrease the dose while increasing other medications and only over long time your oral steroids will be stopped. Sudden stopping oral steroids is dangerous. Hope above suggestions will be helpful to you. Should you have any further query, please feel free to ask at Chat Doctor. Wish you the best of the health ahead and I'm sure with proper consultations and skillful treatment, you will be able to lead a healthy life. Thank you & Regards. |
my feet are swollen from about mid calf through my feet they are also discolored in the same area. they burn and hurt to walk on them. when laying down I can not get right up and walk I need to stand for few minutes before trying to walk. The swelling my disappear one day with out warning or a reason then I will feel short of breath and the swelling will return. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi welcome to the Chat Doctor Don't ignore these symptoms... It seems to be early pulmonary embolism secondary to deep vein thrombosis of leg Work up needed with... -color Doppler -D dimer -CT angiography if needed -2D echocardiography embolism present low molecular weight heparin needed If above work up normal than elective investigation regarding liver disorder, hypoproteinemia, kidney disease and heart failure can be done Hope you will be benefited by my answer Consult pulmonologist or cardiologist for examination Take care |
Hi, I have a hard immovable lump under the skin of my left ear. It is located on the helix and as said is under the skin. I just recently noticed it and have had it for at least two weeks now. It is painless and since I have recognized it, there has been no change in size. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HI. Thanks for good information. This is most probably a Serbia, meaning a collection of blood or serum under the skin. This is so because it is present only for 2 weeks. The treatment is repeated aspiration and to get a compression bandage. Consult only an ENT Surgeon, He only knows the proper treatment. If it fails to resolve, button therapy can be done for a permanent cure wherein a button is stitched to keep this in a compressed position. |
Not sure if it s a sinus infection, cold and/or flu...Sinus pressure-eyes,cheeks/jaw/teeth pressure, headache (same areas and temples), sneezing, chest pressure/congestion/back pain, neck and shoulder (massage/pressure feels good), blowing nose, yet it s stuffy too | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Sinus infections are infections of the air spaces in the skull. Though of similar symptoms a flu is majorly caused by a virus and the sinuses sometimes harbor various organisms that can lead to recurrent bodily infections. U should get a PNS X-ray and follow up in case of repeated symptoms to rule out. If positive findings u would have to start a broad spectrum antibiotic to clear the sinuses and prevent recurrent symptoms. |
Hello doctor,My pregnancy test is negative. But my period is not coming. I checked my pregnancy five times with pregnancy kit. Every time it shows negative. But my period has not started. I take Regesterone 5 mg for three days. I took my last dose two days before but not yet got my periods. So what should I do now? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor forum. Since your urine pregnancy test is negative, there is nothing to worry about. The delay could be because of hormonal changes. After taking Regesterone it will take a week or so to get your periods. So relax and do not worry. Wait for a week or so and if you do not get periods by then get yourself checked by a gynecologist and get a pelvic scan done to rule out the exact cause. Do get back to me with reports so that I can guide you further on. |
My upper front 3-4 (?) teeth bridge is loose for 3 days.I called my doctor and he said that he can only help me to remove my bridge... and it will be my choise to leave his office without teeth. The bridge is not very old, 6-7 years probably. It was done twice by the same doctor due to his mistake - he broke s/g while he was performing some work on my first, original bridge.I have an appt to see the doctor and talk to him but my question is for how long I can stay with loose bridge without any complitacionts?thanks | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Thanks for the question in healthcare magic. If you have a loose bridge in the front teeth, my advice is to replace it as soon as possible as loose bridge will cause you further problems in the underline tooth or the adjacent tooth. Secondly the problem of leaving office can also be taken care of, as the temporary bridge can be made and is available at the interval of 1-2 hrs only. Till that time you can wear the temporary bridge and carry on your office work. I hope my post ID helpful to you. Vishal Jain, Vitaldent Faridabad |
I have had the flu and bronchitis in the last two weeks. I developed a dry cough after I took a round of antibiotics and thought I was well. it hurts in the left side of my chest especially when I sleep. It is a dull pain and has bothered me for the last four or five days. What might I have? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Left-sided chest pain, especially at night, should always be evaluated for heart diseases first. So get done ECG, 2d echo, and stress test (trade mill test). If all these are normal, then no need to worry about heart diseases. Sometimes, musculoskeletal pain can also cause a similar kind of chest pain. You have had a Chat Doctor. It can cause strain on ribs and intercostal muscles. So apply warm water pad on affected areas. Avoid movements causing pain. Take simple painkiller like paracetamol or ibuprofen. Don't worry, you will be alright with all these. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hi From about one and a half months I have been facing abdominal discomfort like gas/pressure is accumulating just under neath my diaphragm. I got a positive ascaris lumbricoides unfertilized egg in my stool test. My chest xray, abdomen erect xray, abdomen ultrasound, cbc blood test were all normal. I took albendazole 4 tablets for the Worms. In addition I was prescribed aristogym syrup, bifilac capsule, sompraz capsules for ten days. Prior to stool test I took parit tablets and ganaton tablets for two weeks. Right now I still have abdominal discomfort and pressure and it increases a bit after eating, I also feel a little burning after food especially spicy food. Can you suggest me next course of action, whether endoscopy is a must and if a barium meal xray would be of any help. Thanks and regards Pranay Gupta | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi welcome to Chat Doctor forum. Thanks for calling Chat Doctor. Forum. You had upper abdominal pain, Not responding to medicines. It appears to be due to gastric irritation due to peptic ulcer, or irritant diet. It also may be due to gall bladder problem. It may also be due to lactose intolerance. I advise you to consult a gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to go for M.R.I., gastrostomy, besides other routine tests for confirmation. I advise you to avoid spices, junk foods, or oily foods, to avoid gastric irritation. Take only junk foods, like bread, curd, etc. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Best regards. |
I have been experiencing chest pain in between my breasts (feels like breastbone or muscle) It feels like a pulling sensation and only happens at night when I move a certain way..last night the pain radiated from my breast to under my arm. I have no shortness of breath or dizziness. I had bronchitis about 3 weeks ago and mostly over it except still coughing up some mucus. Is the pain I am experiencing from the bronchitis or am I experiencing angina? I do smoke, trying to quit, but its been difficult but am down to around 5 cigarettes and I am smoking them at night. I took 2 aspirin and the pain subsided. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi welcome to Chat Doctor... You have chest pain along with radiation of pain toward left side arm ... So it could be coronary artery stenosis like case for ex...angina ... For that investigate with ....1. Blood pressure checking 2. Stress test 3. Echocardiography If coronary stenosis present arbitrate given for relief of stenosis ... And antiplatelet Chat Doctor. ... You have cough and mucus also, so thus could be bronchitis chest pain also ... For that chest x-ray and spirometry done with CBC . If needed antibiotic given for that ... Take care. . Consult pulmonologist for this ..... |
hi! i am 17 and have leucorrhea and anemia. I am taking livong and autrin for the same. But lately, my health does not seem to be in the best condition. My stool has something foamy in it and i also feel thirsty all the time, even if i drink one litre water at one go. The dandruff isnt going either.!! Please tell me what to do. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. You have been suffering from anemia, and you are rightly treated with Limoges and autumn tablets which are iron and vitamin supplements which will help increase your hemoglobin and cure your anemia. Iron tablets can cause gastrointestinal disturbances where patient has gastritis and loose stools. If you are having black tarry stools then you have to consult your doctor for examination. Dan Chat Doctor. Regular oiling and hair wash is necessary. Get in touch with a dermatologist for a prescription of Ant-Man |