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PCOS, trying for baby, prescribed Ferrous Ascorbate, Folic acid, Glycomet. Safe ?

Hello Dr.AAAA, I am 32 yrs old last September I got married we both expecting baby earlier .. I am having polycystic ovaries in both left and right my doc prescribed me ferrous Ascorbate & Folic acid tablet and glycomet tab on last july can I continue this in future . This month my period started on 5th when I want to go to Gynecologist to check my ovalation?

Hi,Glycomet helps to induce ovulation by lowering insulin resistance in PCOD. This will help in regularizing the cycles in the majority. If you have had your cycle on the 5th, You are likely to ovulate around 18th-20th if you have a 28-30 day cycle. So, you can see your gynecologist after you finish your period for a follow up. You can also track your ovulation status through BBT chart and ovulation kits. Hope you find this information useful. Take care.

Will thalassemia spread to our kids?

Hi, my name is zarnab i'm 25 year old and i'm a thalassemia minor. I got married few months early and after my marriage we both got to know that my partner is thallasemia minor too. We want our own child what should we do? Please, help me with your kind suggestion.

There is heredity principle in thalassemia and risk is increased in your kids but it can't be calculated precisely

What causes faster heart beat and tight feeling in throat?

Lately my heart has episodes of beating so strongly it feels like something pounding on my chest and my throat feels a little tight and breathing somewhat constricted. I have had this occasionally in the past but it happens several times a day now for the past three or four days. I have never had cardiac problems.

hello, I have gone through your query. Thanks for using HCM. I need to know following details before guiding you properly. 1.What is your age ? 2.Do you have high blood pressure,high cholesterol or Diabetes? 3.Do you have family history of heart disease? once i get this information i shall be able to guide you,Meanwhile get and ECG done to know about possibility of heart problem. My best wishes Dr.Rajesh Teli,MD.

Suggest treatment for headache and abdomen pain

a boy 16 yrs . presents with h/o severe headache,irritability,appetite excess or low,occasional heavy perspiration pain abdomen off and on.clinically nothing significant found. invest. mri brain ,cerebral angio ruledout any neuro problem.hemodynamices and thyroid function normal.usg abd. reveales rt. pu junction narrowing with hydronephrosis . what next investigations may be done?what may be the probable diagnosis?pl. reply>

Hai.with most of the stronger investigation done already ur neurological, abdominal system look normal.my strong suspicion is regarding juvenile diabetes (iddm),or any kifney disorder.U can go for these investigations:fasting blood sugars, hba1c, post prandial levels, serum creatinine, blood urea,Ct kub to rule any obstructionSerum electrolytes, Most probably the diagnosis could be kidney parenchmal disease, relating to diabetes.Good luck take care

Suggest treatment for mucus cyst on lips

Hi,A year ago a mucus cyst developed on the inside of my bottom lip. I consulted a specialist and got the cyst surgically removed soon after. Months after my surgery I felt like the cyst may be coming back so went back to my surgeon who reassured me some scar tissue had developed, which was disappointing, but nothing to worry about. Whenever I consume marijuana,which is very rarely, I feel as though the area where I had the cyst removed begins to swell up in size, if only for a couple of hours. Can you help me with this? I'm not sure what it could mean and whether it might bring it back on?Thank you,Karla

Dear Carla,avoid marijuana. Maybe it supresses your imune sistem or some other smoking material is creating "local alergic" reaction. Even fungus like Candida is posiable, so you sholud check that with doctor, to take swab in mouth.All te best.

Suggest remedy for narrow sinus with difficulty sucking

During what was expected to be normal vag delivery,baby is born no heart beat . Respiratory distress vented, she was. Put into induced coma, 10 day hospitalization,sent home normal m.r.i. After 15 days was taking feelings. Now at 2 months dr found some syndrome she has narrow sinus, affected mouth palate, some difficulty sucking, she will get only 1 front tooth. Can you tell us more? Thank you

Hi...it is very difficult to comment with this minimal information and that too without seeing the patient directly. But by what you quote I feel that this is a congenital anomaly with a mid facial defect. The only thing I can say now is that she will need - 1. Chromosomal analysis - karyotyping.2. Genetic opinion.3. Complete metabolic work up including renal and liver function tests.4. Developmental follow up.5. Opthalmological follow up.6. Hearing evaluationRegards - Dr. Sumanth

What causes shortness of breath and snoring?

i have been eating rajnigandha paan masala for last 14/15 years.......in between stopped for some time.......now i am facing snoring , dryness of mouth specially in the night ...getting up in the night after 2-3 hours of sleep for urination........overall not very sound sleep....also getting breathless in short climbing ladders which was not before.....palpitation near larynx (voice box) on small ladder climbing..my age 42 years ,male,height 180 cmm weight 104 kg and an indian.please help

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of sleep apnea is more. Sleep apnea is due to obstruction of the air passage during sleep. It can be obstructive pathology or due to excessive fat in the neck. Since you are eating rajanigandha, possibility of Upper Airway obstructive lesion is more. You are also obese (weight 104 kg), so fat related obstruction is absolute a chance. So better to consult ENT and get done clinical examination of throat and lyrnx and sleep study. Sleep study is must for confirmation of sleep apnea. You have to loose weight and stop rajanigandha. You may need CPAP machine at night. Consult ENT doctor and discuss all these. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

Suggest remedy for frequent cold, running nose and cough

Hello doctor, Im from chennai. My son is 2.5 yrs old, height-87cm, weight-11.5kg. He is often getting cold continued by running nose, cough and also that sound from chest. This occurs aleast once in a month. Iam giving medicines prescribed by doctor like moxikind tab, ambrolin, omnacortil, chericoff, cefolac not all in a single time but in some combination prescribed by doctor. Is it ok like i can proceed with these medicine, if in future my son gets ill? What is the reason for frequent illness? and how can i avoid it? Will this create any seroius problem for my son in future? Is he healthy orelse give me a good diet chart for him.

A child 2.5 years old is susceptible to changing weather and given that his immunity is not strong, is likely to get frequent such attacks.The medicines you are giving are best for quick but temporary relief but will not boost immunity in your child, neither will cure the problem. But that's not anybody's mistake. Quick acting medicine have its own uses.Since you are in India, you may get the advantage of Ayurveda. Bachaturbhadrika chooran - a combo of four herbs is a specially designed classical Ayurveda treatment for small children. Safe, no side effects. To be given with honey.You may also give Septilin drops or syrup and mix about 60 mg Rigshring bhasm to this sy. To be given twice a day for 1-2 weeks. Give steam inhalation also if possible.So Bachaturbhadrika, Septilin, mrigshring bhasm will settle everything normally causing trouble to a small child. Very safe.Hope it helps.For any further query, pl write direct question.

Q. I masturbate only by rubbing the tip of the penis. Is it a wrong way?

Hi doctor, During masturbation I just rub the tip of the penis and not the entire penis. Is it a wrong way of doing? I do not get excited during sex and unable to ejaculate. Only, rubbing the tip of the penis gives me excitement. Also, two weeks ago, I have undergone circumcision as my foreskin did not retract. Before circumcision too, I have the same problem. Please help.

Hi. For further doubts consult a sexologist online -->

Suggest treatment for constant diarrhea and diaper rash

Hi my name 22 month old has had constant diarea for the last week and battling diaper rash. this is not normal for him. no other symptoms. tonite he just had a watery dark colored and cried from the pain. have tried changing his diet and lots lots of water...he hurts everytime i change him and he poops every couple hours plzz help thank you

Hi,Diaper rash can be really troublesome and irritating for the kid. You can use SILODERM ointment for external application for relief of pain and it can be soothing. It seems your kid is having viral diarrhea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kid's having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting. You need not worry. I suggest you use zinc supplements (Z&D drops 1ml once daily for 14 days) and ORS (each small packet mixed in 200 ml of potable water and keep giving sip by sip) as hydration is very important and crucial part of treatment. If there is vomiting you can use Syrup Ondansetron (as prescribed by your paediatrician). Regarding diet - You can use cerelac. Any flavour will do. Avoid fruit juices as they might aggravate diarrhea. You can give zinc supplements and ORS apart from normal vegetarian porridges and soups. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards,Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).

Q. My mom is suffering blood in urine. Is it due to UTI or Xarelto?

Hi doctor, This deals with my mother, who has a history of chronic E. coli bladder infections. She has been on preventative antibiotics and topical estrogen. Recently, she was eight months UTI free with being on 2000 mg mannose sugar daily. Her eGFR was 65 around six months ago. I reduced the sugar down to 1500 mg. About a week ago, she developed some UTI symptoms. Historically, she would get incontinence, urgency and a distinctive radiating pain shooting up torso when she peed. However, this week, she had only the symptom lightly once in two days in a row. Otherwise, she had no other symptoms. I have attached the urine sample report. I also have urinalysis strips. On the day of the laboratory sample, the strip was positive for nitrites, but nothing for RBCs or leukocytes. We increased her mannose to 3 g for two days and then 2 g for three days. Then, the dipstick test showed leukocytes, nitrites and RBCS 200. Today, two tests showed traces or negative nitrites (3 hours bladder retention). However, the RBCs are still high at 200 and the urine sample showed a pink tinge. I have been given approval by a urologist to give my mother Fosfomycin. My mother's E. coli in the past have shown resistance to Bactrim, Amoxicillin, Ampicillin, etc. She has no symptoms at this point other than being more tired and she is 90. Someone told me if nitrites are getting less, she might be able to get over this incident without a formal antibiotic. She does take 15 mg Xarelto daily. It was ceased last night, but taken today again. Is Xarelto playing a factor here? She also used to take estrogen cream more regularly, but now once a week if she remembers it. She had spot bleeding on her underwear a few months ago around once or twice and an ultrasound showed nothing. She has an ovarian cyst.She drinks 1 to 1.25 liters of water daily. We are just trying to gauge the significance of the blood in the urine. She has no specific urinary symptoms, but more sleepy overall. Thank you.

Hi. I have gone through the history and the reports sent by you (attachment removed to protect patient identity). For further information consult a urologist online -->

How to cure blister like spots filled with pus on inner sole of foot?

blister type spots filled with white pus on inner sole of foot and pressure points. Spots develop from red itchy skin and gradually come to a head over a week or so, painful to touch and only disappearing once they have popped or i pierce them to relieve pressure. I am 44, 5 foot 4 and 10 stone in weight.

Thanks for posting you query to health care magic.As i understand pus filled blister are due to infection .you should not pierce them as it increases infection .If it is a large blister you should contect to surgeon for proper surgical drainage and dressing .If it is small you can take antibiotic to eradicate infection , further you should investigate for your pus to culture and sensitivity .presently you can take1. antibiotic Amoxicillin 500 mg with clavulanic acid 125 mg 3 tmis a day for 5 days .2. Diclophenac sodium 50 mg with serratiopeptidase 10 mg 2 times a day.for pain releief.hope you would be satisfied with my answer . feel free to communicate if any query .regards,Dr.Manish PurohitInfectious disease specialist

Dizziness, sweating face and palms, shaky. Checked blood sugar, pressure and thyroid. What could be this?

Today out of no where I got really dizzy and felt like I was going to pass out, then my ears satrted ringing,and my face and palms started to sweat but I felt really cold, I also felt really shaky afterwards, this has happened in the pastand my doctor has checked my blood pressure, my sugar levels, and even my thyroid what could it be?

Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Your symptoms are suggestive of pre-syncope. In this condition, the above mentioned symptoms happen due to transient lack of blood flow to brain. This in turn can happen because of strain, exhaustion, fatigue, low sugar, infection, etc. If all above are normal, then a cardiac evaluation may be useful. Please get back if you require any additional information. Best wishes, Dr Sudhir Kumar MD (Internal Medicine), DM (Neurology) Senior Consultant Neurologist Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, My personal URL on this website: My email: [email protected]

What causes chest pain with sweating and dizziness?

I m 56 year old not overweight woman who just had a session with pain in the middle of my chest and it caused profuse sweating and dizziness. I almost passed out from it. It lasted maybe 5 - 10 minutes. I was sitting at my desk so no exertion involved. What could it be?

Thanks for your question on HCM. The way you describe your symptoms like chest pain, sweating, dizziness, feeling of passing away, point towards cardiac cause more.And risk factors for cardiac cause in your case are1. Age more than 552. Post menopausal status. (CardioProtective effect of estrogen is gone in this age).So better to rule out cardiac cause first. Get done1. ECG2. 2D Echo. Possibility of heart attack is more with such symptoms. So consult cardiologist and discuss all these.

Q. is there any medicines for dysmenorrhea ?

Hello doctor, I am a 24 year old female, who was diagnosed with dysmenorrhea about two years ago. Last year I was given Mefenamic acid by my doctor to take for the pain and nausea. But, the medicine is not helping me, I still have pain and vomiting. Is there anything else I can take for this?

Hi. Dysmenorrhea is not a diagnosis, it is only a symptom. Let me put few possible causes and their evaluation and treatment forward. At this young age, the most common cause is spasmodic dysmenorrhea. The cervix is tight and the blood when trying to make its way during periods, will stretch the canal and cause pain. Pain is only during periods, on day 1 and 2. After that, the main bleeding is over, and pain disappears. If the amount of bleeding is more than normal, you can get a scan to rule out any masses or adhesions. The pain can be controlled by taking birth control pills for six months or more. It will stop ovulation, reduce the amount of blood loss and has no side effects, and it can be taken for any number of years. If you are sexually active, then it can be infection around the uterus know as PID (pelvic inflammatory disease). Vaginal infection is transmitted during sex, so both you and your partner have to be treated at the same time, or else you will get infected again. You may have white or yellow or grayish discharge with or without itching, foul smell, pain during sex. Before treatment, confirm that you are not pregnant. I suggest you try taking the following. Do treat it, as delay may send the infection inwards and may affect both of you. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines after their consent. Another possibility is endometriosis, every month the blood flows out, but a small fraction also flows into the abdomen through the tubes. This can settle around the uterus and cause adhesions onto the surrounding muscles, ligaments, and bones. This causes throbbing lower abdomen pain before periods, which gradually increases and stays even after periods are over. Sex is very painful. A scan can be done and the restricted mobility of uterus can be seen. This can be solved by reducing flow or stopping periods with hormone pills. Get an ultrasound scan of the pelvis, to rule out any uterine polyp or fibroids. There may be nothing but pain only, gradually increasing every month. Hope I have clarified your doubts, do write back. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online -->

Sudden bouts of severe abdominal pain. CT scan shows intestinal inflammation, capsule study showed road rash. Treatment?

Hello, I have been experiencing sudden bouts of such severe abdominal pain that it knocks me out sometimes. This is a condition that has lasted since Nov-2011, and doctors can t figure out what the issue is. Multiple CT scans show nothing, with just a few showing inflammation in my intestines. A capsule study showed road rash as the doctor called it in my GI tract. Colonoscopy showed nothing. The pain is very severe and requires powerful painkillers to subdue, but I do not want to rely on these painkillers ( Oxycontin , Percocet , etc.) as I can t get anything done on them. However, when I do think i need them, I can t ask for them for fear as being labeled as a drug seeker...any advice on what I can do?

Hello, the.man.coolness, You say that you have had this condition for over a year now. Other than the severe abdominal pain, if you are also experiencing bouts of diarrhea or constipation, we can think of different conditions. But, I am concerned about the finding of inflammation, patchy in nature in your intestines, probably in your small bowel. Your colonoscopy was negative according to you. One condition that would show these types of changes is "Crohn's Disease ". This is more common between the ages of teens to the thirtty plus, although can occur at any age. Depending on the extent of small bowel involvement, the symptoms can vary. Diarrhea, weight loss due to malabsorption, vitamin and mineral deficiencies can be present. Anemia, joint pains, skin and eye problems also are associated with this. If you have a family history of Crohn's or ulcerative colitis, your risk is greater to have this. You did not mention any x-ray studies , like upper GI and small bowel x-rays (Not CT-Scan). How about all your blood tests ? Stool studies ? We need more information. If the pain is severe enough that you need strong pain killers, I think you need additional work up. Hope to hear from you with more information. Wish you well.

After treatment for cystic lesion mother experiencing toungue tingling and numbness. What could be the reason ?

Her age is 48 yrs, weight is 83 Kgs.Sir my mom is having benign cystic lesion on her left hand side of the face . But my treatment and excerise it is almost covered 75%. Only she is having problem in her left tonque like tingling and numbness . We have started the treatment of neuro surgeons doctors also they told it will take time. Request you to answer does is recover or she will have problem life long. Please anwer on [email protected] Her age is 48 yrs, weight is 83 Kgs.Sir my mom is having benign cystic lesion on her left hand side of the face. But my treatment and excerise it is almost covered 75%. Only she is having problem in her left tonque like tingling and numbness. We have started the treatment of neuro surgeons doctors also they told it will take time. Request you to answer does is recover or she will have problem life long. Please anwer on [email protected]

Hi, Thanks for query, I ask one question the cystic lesion you mentioned,what neurophysician diagnosed? if it is in connection with nervous system then it is likely that there is some nerves are damaged causing symptoms in the tongue.this will take some more time to recover. But this problem is due to pressure on nerves due to lesion,after relieving of pressure she will have fast recovery. ok and bye.

Can I conceive with Folliden and Duphaston medication ?

Hi, hello doctor i was on a follicle scan traetment from doctor and with 4- 5 doses of hcg 75 iu injection On day 15th my follice size was 19 mm and endo with 9 mm then was given an injection for follicle to rupture and they asked us to try for the next 3 days and asked me to get back on 19th day again , when i went for scan on 19th day she said there is free fluid , and egg is been released aand endometrium is 11 mm and she asked me to stop the rest of the tablets am taking and just take folliden(0-1-0) , duphaston(1-0-1),and ecosprin(0-1-0) ,diamet sr 500 mg(1-0-1) is this medication right and will thsi help to me to concieve, are there good chances for me to concieve in this cycle? and doctor husband s semen report is normal doctor said tehre is no problem even i had undergone many hormone tests and evrything was normal except tat i had pcos so tat is when she told sbout follicluar study are there chances of pregnancy and shall i take arg9 or dont want

Hi, Thanks for query, You have to go for repeated ovulation studies and you will definitely succeed. You continue the treatment and follow your gynacologist guidence. ok and bye.

What does lump above collar bone indicate?

I found a lump above my collar bone yesterday and today my neck down to my upper chest feels weird. It s not really sore but it just feels tight. When I move my arm a certain way I can feel something moving in there. Could I have pulled something when I was working out, or is it an infection and my lymph node is swollen?

Hi,From history it seems that there might be having enlarged, tender supra clavicular lymph node giving this problem.You might require one course ofantibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicine for 5 days.Consult your doctor and get examined.Ok and take care.

Discomfort, depressed. Unprotected sex. Taken Plan B. Suggest?

I took the Plan B one step pill a few days ago, because I had unprotected sex. I ve been having all of the symptoms, some more than others, but I still feel really bad about everything. Is that normal? To feel depressed, humiliated and almost ashamed to have taken the morning after pill? I can t really describe it, I just feel sort of uncomfortable with the whole situation. Do you think it s because of the side effects still, or is this normal in others too?

Hi there ~ It is a normal feeling and it may be a good idea to get yourself tested if you have not had your menstrual cycles on times despite taking the morning after pill. I hope this relieves your anxiety. Take care and have a lovely day !

What are the suitable condition for conception?

Hi, we got married 1 yr ago and the first 3 months my wife used i-pill few times. After that we completely stopped and trying for a baby now. We are consulting with CMH doctors but we are not convinced with their treatment and it's too crowded also. Overall my wife is not getting conceived till date. Please suggest me a very good gynacologist who can take 100% care about the issue?

HiGREETINGS First of all get your semen analysis. If it is normal consult any gynaecologist and get the hormonal analysis and a basic ultrasound scan to rule out any abnormalities of uterus and ovaries. If all are normal then the tubal patency has to be checked.Am not aware of any body in your area.Hope you are convinced. Regards

How can muscle pain in the lower back while on Nityam churna be treated?

Hi Doctor I am using Librax 10 once after meals at night for last 1 and a half years, this was prescribed due to my irritable bowel sydrome where I use to feel constipated. I have started taking an Ayurvedic medicine Nityam churna which has Triphala as main ingredient for stool softening. I have been facing muscle pains in the lower back region since then. Please advice

Hi, You can take analgesics like Ibuprofen or Diclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist you can consult an orthopedic and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain

What causes swelling in inner thighs and legs?

It started behind my husbands knee now has gone to his inner thighs on both sides his legs swell and some times it is hard for him to move his leg my husband is only 28 what would cause this and how can I help hum releave the swelling and pain plz help thank u

Hi, Since the swelling started behind the knees it can be baker's cyst. The swelling & stiffness is because of the inflammation. Get your husband physically examined to rule out inguinal hernia, DVT, muscle sprains & tears, kidney stones. He will have to go through some tests & MRI to detect any blood clot or deep vein thrombosis. Sometimes, DVT, also has similar symptoms. In the meantime, he can take pain medications like Ibuprofen, acetaminophen. Can make use of brace or cane. Get evaluated of the illness so that treatment can be done at the earliest with either medication or surgery depending upon the severity of the disease detected. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician

Can hair loss due to chemotherapy be regained?

I have hair loss due to chemo therapy. Most people's hair returns rather quickly. I finished chemo April 2010 and still stuggle with hair growth. I think it has something to do with the sebacious glands getting stopped up. could that be possible. But also had MRSA when I had a double mastectomy. When my hair comes in I have a small pus pocket I pop. I have then every day. Could this be MRSA?

Hi.As per your case history of hairfall.My treatment advice is – 1. Take good nutritious diet full of green leafy vegetables and milk.2. Use a good herbal shampoo and coconut hair oil for regular use.3. Take an iron supplement once daily and vitamin b12 supplement once daily for 3 months.4. Other treatment options are topical minoxidil, oral finasteride and mesotherpy done by a dermatologist.Thanks.Dr.Harshit Bhachech.MBBS, DDVL.

What causes shock in my left leg while doing squats and leg press?

Hey, I have a problem with my right leg and also my traps. So since november or december i was working out doing squats and leg press and i felt a shock in my left leg, i didnt think of much untill it went a bit numb. After that i told my wrestling coach and he sent me to see an osteo and they said it is a nerve pinch and said it is fine. I continued the rest of my wrestling season and didnt feel any shocks cause i didnt workout in the gym during the season that much. But now the season has finished and im back in the gym, when i squated today i felt a shock in my right leg and also i felt a little shock in my trap. The leg didnt really go numb but my trap sorta did.So now im super scared and wondering if this is something you guys have seen or know anything about.

Dear Sir/MadamI have gone through your query and read your symptoms.In my opinion, you are suffering from PIVD which simply means that, you have disc problem impinging on your cord, please do not repeat it again and again , as repeated episodes, will cause you to keep the disc herniated and would prevent its going back to space, Take some rest and than under guidance of a good physio start spinal muscle building exercises, so that this does not reoccur. Avoid lifting heavy wights, and stop your gym at present and only resule after your doctors advise.I hope that answers your query. If you want any more clarification, contact me back.

I have reoccurring scaly patches in my face,nose and forehead. Is it a psoriasis ?

hi i have a read scaly patches in my face near my nose rigft and left and in between my forhead and my nose bridge and also under my ear for about 9 months already it will disappear when i will take celestamine but after a month it will come back again is it a psoriasis

Hi, Thanks for query, You might have dermatitis,teneasis,or allergy to cosmetics. Take celestamine as and when required. Apply triple action cream. If there is no improvement then consult dermatologist. Ok and bye.

Is xanogen intake effective for cornh s disease?

Hi, could xanogen give any type of bad side efects? i m worried in taking it, because i have some health problems; cronh s disease and i m intorelante of milk. if you have any Knowledge about this disease please tell me if i m safe in taking xanogen. thanks

Hello, High intake of zinc was associated with a reduced risk of Crohn's disease but not of ulcerative colitis. The effect was more prominent for zinc intake from diet when compared with zinc consumed as supplements. Further studies on the effect of zinc to modify disease outcomes are warranted. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician

Suggest treatment for crumbling spine

My daughter, who is 39, has been told she has a crumbling spine affecting the lower back, some curvature and that this is going to get worse. She can bearly walk and has an assortment of pain killers which are morphine based and I am concerned about the quality of her life. At present she tries to function as a mother during the day, but is heavily drugged up once they are home from school, fed and watered. Is there anything that can be done surgically?

Hi, Treatment for crumbling spine or collapse vertebrae depends on the degree and cause for the same. In case it is traumatic single level and more then 40% kyphoplasty will be done while in case of multiple collapsed vertebrae fixation will be done, for crumbling spine of non-traumatic origin treatments aims at primary cause for the same. Your daughter needs to get thoroughly examined and investigated before line of treatment would be decided. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rohan Shanker Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon

Q. Every time I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Why?

Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I am 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weigh 255 pounds. When I eat spicy food, I poop blood. Sometimes when I have constipation as well, I poop a little bit of blood. I am really scared that I have colon cancer. I do have diarrhea often. I do not have a family history of colon cancer. I got blood tests done last night. Please find my reports attached.

Hello. I have gone through your information and test reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). So, in view of that, there are a couple of things that I can opine upon: Hope that helps. For more information consult a general surgeon online -->

What causes pain during chiari malformation type 1 ?

HI, IVE BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH CHIARI MALFORMATION TYPE 1. THIS DIAGNOSIS WAS MADE SEVERAL YRS AGO AND SURGERY WAS RECOMMEDED, I NEVER GOT IT DONE BECAUSE I WAS AFRAID. I AM ALSO SIGNIFICANTLY OVERWEIGHT, AND WAS THINKING THE PAIN WAS DUE TO DIABETES. I GOT MY LAB TESTS DONE, AND I DO NOT HAVE DIABETES. WHAT COULD BE THE CAUSE OF THIS PAIN

The problem chiari malformation may or may not require surgery depending on severity and it's effects. Nevertheless it isn't clear which part of your body is experiencing pain and the nature of pain?

What causes small lumps all over body?

I have little small lumps all over my body underneath the skin. They are not painful however I notice that they are spreading more than ever. I have had this for about 5 or 6 years now and it is concerning, a dermatologist told me they were calcium deposits but I am begging to differ. I had one in the center of my chest that just formed a head and began to ooz puss out of it. Help PLease!!

Dear friend,You have multiple small lumps all over body and one lump at your chest. As per your description both condition are different. A multiple lump all over body since 5-6 years most likely a lipoma. Multiple subcutaneous lipoma is common condition and doesn't need any treatment until few of them going to be painful. A chest swelling with pus discharge may be either simple abscess or a infected sebaceous cyst. It needs antibiotics and surgical drainage if not cures with antibiotics.Thank You.Get Well Soon.

What is the treatment for injured toe?

I slightly stubbed my big toe and now my whole area around the toe is swollen and I can barely walk...its quite painful, especially on top of the foot around the big toe. The injury was extremely minor at the time and seems to have gotten worse without any further injury. What Should I do to treat it?

Hello,Your pain and swelling following trauma, requires further evaluation with x-ray to rule out fracture. Please be advised to follow-up with an orthopedician to get an x-ray done. Meanwhile, apply cold compress to the affected area, elevate the leg, take adequate rest and Ibuprofen (if not allergic) for pain. Toe fracture is treated with immobilization of toe with cast/buddy tape.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal

Ribs aching, watery and sensitive eyes after eating high fat food. GI test shows hernia, gall bladder removed but problem persist

49 year old female. When I eat some foods high in fat or ingredients, When I have stress, when I exercise and when I take vitamins. I get a aching feeling under right rib,my eyes water and will get a sensitivity around my eyes with very dark circles under them, even the skin on the top of my arms will feel sensitive. I always feel ill and tired. Upper G.I test showed small hernia and I had a inflamed gallbladder that was removed a year ago but I am still ill. My doctor did food allergy test it came back negative.Blood work never shows up anything. She has not been able to find out why I am sick. almost three years now. feeling like I will always be sick with this unknown disease. Please help

KINDLY GIVE INFORMATION AS WHAT GI TEST WAS PERFORMED. IF GI ENDOSCOPY WAS DONE AND CONFIRMED SMALL HIATUS HERNIA THEN NO IMMEDIATE CAUSE TO WORRY.TAKE PPI GROUP OF DRUG(TAB PAN-D 40 MG 1/2 H BEFORE MEAL),DONOT LIE DOWN FOR AT LEAST 45 MIN AFTER MEALS.IF HERNIA IS IN POST CHOLECYSTECTOMY SCAR THEN HERNIOPLASTY SURGERY IS INDICATED.

How will cycling impact to get pregnant?

Hi, i am 26 years old female.i got married one year before.now we are trying to get pregnant.After marriage, i weigh 70 kg before that i was 60 kg. and my height is 5.3.Now i am thinking of doing some exercise at home using exercise cycle.I would like to know whether cycling (exercise cycle) for one hour everyday will have any problem in getting pregnant.In anyway will this affect me in getting pregnant?I am worried, please let me know your guidance and advices.Thanks a lot

Hello dearI understand your concernIf you have normal menstruation, normal maturation and rupture of follicle, patent fallopian tube and normal semen parameter of partner then definitely you will become pregnant.Cycling for one hour does not cause any problem in getting pregnant.You can also do running, swimming, skipping, walking, yoga.But avoid excessive exercise that cause any type of injuryDo daily exercise for 45-60 minutes in morningTake small frequent meal rather than large mealAvoid: excessive sweet, fatty/oily/spicy food, alcohol, smokingEat healthy diet and drink plenty of water Hope this may help youContact further if follow up neededBest regardsDr. Sagar

Suggest treatment for swelling and pain on the knees with knee replacement

I am in a lot of pain in my knees and legs, my feet swell. I just got a test back that my C-reactive protein is at 19. I have a full knee replacement on my right knee and a partial on my left. I also get nauseated about everyday at some time or another. My family doctor wants me to go to my orthopedic doctor and can t get into him for a week. Any advice?

hi,thank-you for providing the brief history of you.a thorough neuromuscular assessment is advised. Also, as you mentioned your creatinine levels are high, are you diabetic? are you been taking alot of pain killers? well, if so, the pain killers needs reduction. as the creatinine levels are too high as per me.Also, since you do not have a ortho available, you can visit a physical therapy, who will help you with exercises and ultrasound therapy to reduce pain and swelling.Also, maintain you fluid intake and output. as to help reduce swelling further.In my clinical practice I have seen cases with similar complaints. with physical therapy they respond well and with diet management.RegardsJay Indravadan Patel

How can depression and anxiety be treated?

My Dr. claims I have depression, but it seems more like anxiety? I m in treatment and feeling better! Do you have any suggestions I could try on my own? I am elderly, and my past life has had a lot of loss, losing close relatives, many surgeries when I turned 70, and my second husband was very abusive. Now, I am very happy with my current husband.

Hello,I would advise you to start on antidepressants like escitalopram, to combat your symptoms. I can say that your symptoms are mainly due to family stresses and your situation. So, please consult your doctor regarding this. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Soujanya

Child with chronic kidney disease. Feeling nausea, palpitation and stomach and back cramps after blood transfusion. Reaction?

Hi Doctor, my dau has CKD just rec d 2 units PRBC for hgb 7.1. Cr was 3.66 after first unit (they were checking K+) Cr was 4.4. My question is whether this is an accurate Cr since it was diluted by (new) blood(?). We just got home and she is very nauseous and heart racing, cramps in back and stomach . Could she still develop a reaction to the transfusion?

creatinine is index on renal function, and one unit doesn't dilute creatinine level. For symptoms of backache,nausea etc,some minor effects on transfusion are some times there when mild anti-allergic drugs may be used to suppress minor allergic reactions.,common but not serious.Clinical evaluation for all vital parameters by physician should be done and observation for 2 days willresolvetransfusion related problems

Exteme bruises, very small red spots on lower extremities. History of diagnsis of ITP and spleen removal in childhood. Remission?

Hi Dr. When I was 6 ( almost 40yrs ago) I was diagnosed with ITP. The Dr. caring for me at that time removed my spleen and told my parents I was in remission. My concern now is that I am starting to bruise extremly easy and starting to get very small red spots on my lower extremities (several). I'm worried that I may be out of remission. Is this something I should be concerned with? Should I see my local Dr? Thank you, Concerned in Kansas

Hi,Thank you for your query on Healthcare Magic.Getting bruises and red spots may be a sign of an underlying bleeding into the skin which is seen in bleeding problems such as idiopathic thrombocytopenia.You need investigations such as complete blood picture, platelet count, and other clotting studies.Hence I advise you to consult the doctor for physical examination and investigations.Hope I have answered your query.Regards.

Suggest remedies for infection in belly button

My 21 yr old son has been commenting on his smelly bellybutton but it was only yesterday that he explained that he has a very deep belly button which I hadn't realized. it gets infected, obviously and it would be impossible to clean. What is the solution? l would appreciate your advice.

Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..As per your complain it seems that he has infection in the belly button or the umbilicus and it can be due to accumulation of moisture and water in that area and also bacterial growth..He can take a short course of antibiotics like Ciprofloxacin and metronidazole and clean he area with an antiseptic solution and apply triple antibiotic ointment over it..Keep the area dry and clean and do not let water and moisture to accumulate in that area..You can also use a small piece of cotton or gauze and clean the belly button with it by dipping in antiseptic solution even when infection is not present to prevent infection..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.

What causes the stomach to bloat?

Hi, my daughter is 4 years old and she oftentimes has a very bloated stomach. She is super skinny in the morning, but as the day progresses her stomach gets more and more bloated. She does not complain of stomach pain, nor does she have problems emptying her bowels; however she passes gas very frequently. Any idea what is going on with her? Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Hi, Thanks for writing to Healthcare magicDoes she drink a lot of milk or milk products?I would suggest either cut down on those items or add LACTASE drops to milk before you give her milk. The lactose in milk might be causing this problem. Also get the child's stool tested for Reducing substances,Hope this helps

MRI done for poly cystic kidney disease. Stomach bloated and left plank pain. Hospital?

Hello, I had a MRI done in 2010 and the results read that I was too young to have so many cysts. I should be checked for Adult polycystic Kidney Disease. No one has ever did anything about it. Yesterday Afternoon I started to have severe left flank pain. I have had it before. Now today the pain is still, there my stomach is bloated, it hurts to stand, it hurts to sit, it severely hurts to touch my side and stomach. Should I go to the hospital? YYYY@YYYY

HI Thank for asking to HCMAs such you have history of Poly cystic kidney, then you must not take any chance better to hospitalize, but for sure your present complain might not be because of you kidney, take care have nice day.

Why does my 5 year old son s hands get curled up and mouth goes crooked?

i have a friend that lives in mexico that has a five year old son they have spent thousands of dollars getting test done and nothing is found.. my friend told me since he could walk his body would just go wobbly and since about three years ago his mouth would go crooked and his hands will curl up crooked and im just tryin to help out my friends to find out whats going on with their son.. my name is Tiffany

Hello, Tiffany, I feel your friend should consult a development specialist pediatrician. and also a pediatric neurologist

Why is the placenta low?

Hi i am 22 wks pregnant and had my 20wk scan 2 wks ago. Everything fine with the baby but they found out my placenta is low.......i have been worried since! do i have reason to worry? This is my fourth child and i had no problems with the other 3 pregnancies. I also had bleeding when i was 12 wks and they said this could be the cause.

Hi,Placenta can be found to be low lying in 1/5 pregnancies at 20 week scans. This usually migrates by itself in most of them, by term. I would like to know if all your previous deliveries were normal or cesareans.Because if they were cesareans and the placenta was anterior, you may require further tests. A repeat scan at 32 weeks will help further to decide the mode of delivery, and usually if all previous pregnancies are normal most of the placenta are found in upper part of the womb, as they migrate, and normal delivery can be considered.Hope this helps.Regards.

Bleeding from roof of mouth after taking Voltairen for arthritis pain. Taking steroid injections. Help

Hi Doctor. I appreciate any help you can give me without actually SEEING me. I'll try to explain my problem the best I can... I am a 57 year old female. I smoke, approx. 1/2-3/4 of a pack of cigarettes a day. I NEVER drink alcohol. My primary doctor has retired and I have not been able to find a replacement yet... however, I do have a specialist that I go to for arthritis pain... she has been absolutely NO help with this at all. My problem started almost 7 months ago. I was just sitting at the computer and all of a sudden my mouth started FILLING with blood. I had my daughter look at the inside of my mouth and she saw a small (approx. 2mm) raised spot where the blood was coming from, on the roof of my mouth... that first time it happened, and I had just started using a new prescription, Voltairen (sp?) Cream for arthritis pain... I was told by my specialist that the main side effect of this cream was excessive bleeding, so I was kind of leery about using it too often, and didn't... but every time I did use it the sore on the roof of my mouth would open up and it would start bleeding again... the bleeding would last off & on for 2- 3 days and then stop as quickly and unexpectedly as it started. Needless to say, I stopped using the cream and have not used it at all for at least 8 weeks. Then today the sore opened up and has been bleeding off and on all day, so it was NOT the cream, although I do not have as MUCH bleeding as I did when I was using it. Also, I get steroid injections in my back approx. every 3-4 months and just had one last week, but nothing else new or different. The slightly raised sore is located on the roof of my mouth, in the center & it feels like it's on the hard, not soft part... it hurts only if I put pressure on it. It stops bleeding when I use ice chips or rinse my mouth with cold ice water. I have also been under a great deal of stress this past week, and it also seems like whenever this problem has occurred in the past is when I'm having some type of stress or another. If it was not for the bleeding I wouldn't even know there was a problem, because it is so small and not raised or open until it's already started to bleed. I can't eat anything or drink anything hot or it will bleed. Please let me know what you think it is, or since I don't have a doctor, if I should go to the emergency room to at least have some tests done? Thanks, M~

Hello,Thanks for your detailed information.Initially,the cause of bleeding from floor of mouth has to be evaluated.Discontinue and replace the drug causing allergic reactions.I would advice you to get a clinical evaluation by a dentist to rule out any chance of periodontal infection or deep caries associated.Maintain oral hygiene well.Plenty of fruits as well as vitamin c supplements has to be administered.Discontinue smoking.Take care.

What causes pain in gums/face after having wisdom tooth removal?

A month ago I had a lower right wisdom tooth pulled. I'm 54 years old -- very traumatic. For the past week I'm been having pain in my upper and lower gums and side of my face, opposite the surgery site. It feels a bit like a migraine. What do you suggest it could be? Thank you.

Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The pain on the face could be because of the disc displacement in the Temporomandibular joint secondary to opening your mouth during extraction causing damage to the joint. The pain in the gums can be because of the gum or tooth infection.Consult a oral physician and get it diagnosed.If i am your tyreating doctor, i would suggest you to take anti inflammatory drugs like piroxicam 20mg twice daily on first day and twice daily on next 6 days. You can also take muscle relaxants like chlorzoxazone for joint problem. You can give hot fomentation over the joints. Do not eat hard things, do not open your mouth too wide. take soft diet.Regarding your gum or tooth infection, you can take a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin 500mg and metronidazole 400mg tid for 5 days (if you are not allergic). After that you can get the tooth or gums treated.I hope my answer will help you, take care.

What does tongue & vaginal ulcers & blisters with cold suggest?

Hello. I have had tongue ulcers for over 1 year and 8 months now. They are continuous and located on the edges of my tongue. They range from pin prick size to dime size. The big ones leave deep holes in my tongue once they heal. I also get vaginal ulcers to the point they scarred the area and have eaten away my urethra. My eyes swell and get bloody sometimes. And about 1 year after those symptoms appeared I started to get large painful bumps under my skin that created bruises. These bruise bumps leave a divot after they heal. At the same time as this I started to get blister sores almost pimple like on my skin to the point that if they gather in patches the skin is raw to and purple red. These leave permanent purple red marks when healed. My elbows also started the last 4 months to get hot and hurt a lot. All of these symptoms get worse in the cold months. Odd but I have not actually gotten a cold or flue since this began. I have never been sexually active. Please help me figure out what I have.

Good day and thanks for your question. From what you said, it usually get worse during cold seasons. You could be having a moderate - severe form of Cold Urticaria. Kindly see your dermatologist and know your HIV status (its not only through sex you can contact HIV).Hope it helps. Thank you.

What causes back, stomach, chest, armpit, groin and neck spots?

Hi there My 7 year old son woke up last night with red spots on his back (mostly), stomach, chest, under rigtht arm and neck. There are also a couple above the groin. There were more appearing yesterday afternoon, but it doesn t look like more today. The school thinks it is chicken pox, however they don t appear to be itchy and are not containing fluid... any ideas?

Hello, The sudden appearance of red spots without itching.. ould be due to low platelets please go to nearby pediatrician and get your son checked for ITP. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Prasanna Lakshmi, Pediatrician

Q. I have swelling on tongue and feet with history of kidney problem, HTN, and diabetes. Please help.

Hello doctor, I have swelling on my feet and tongue as well. KFT report was normal only my creatinin was 1.6. It is a chronic problem. I have already used Lasilactone 50 mg and Torsemide 10 mg. But no relief. I use insulin Mixtard 40 units twice and Galvus Met 50/850 1 bd for my diabetes type 2. Maybe Galvus causing swelling so I stopped it recently and want to switch over to Janumet.

Hello. According to your statement, you are suffering from chronic kidney disease. Now you have swelling on feet, ankles, and tongues. You have DM (diabetes mellitus) for 20 years. Do you suffer from an allergy? Or are you allergic to some foods, medications, irritants, etc? Hypersensitivity reaction can be a cause for your present swelling. Again you are a patient of chronic kidney disease, so you can suffer from anemia either caused by chronic disease or vitamin B12 deficiency due to taking Metformin for DM. If you have anemia, you can suffer from the present swelling too. Again you are using drug like Solitral for BPH, Telma for HTN (hypertension) can cause swelling as their side effects and hypersensitivity reaction. In case of heart failure, liver diseases, obstructive uropathy, hormonal problem, etc., can cause swelling too. So you should undergo some investigations like CBC (complete blood count), HB% (hemoglobin), ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) to detect anemia status at present, USG (ultrasound) to detect obstructive uropathy or any other abnormalities. Skin prick test, RAST test to detect hypersensitivity or allergens, thyroid hormone (T3, T4, TSH) to detect hormonal deficiency, CXR (chest x-ray) to detect any abnormality in the chest, ECG (electrocardiogram) for cardiac status, liver function test, serum electrolytes, etc. At first, we should find out the causes that are responsible for the swelling and then treat them accordingly. So you should continue your current medications and inform me after getting the investigation results in your hand, then I will try to treat you further.

Q. For how long should I take Kalachikai powder to overcome PCOD problem?

Hello doctor,As I have PCOD problem and also cyst, I take tablets for period. My friend suggested Kalachikai powder. I used it for 30 days continuously, but no use. How many days should I take that powder and how to overcome this problem?

Hello. For PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease), powder Kalachikai has a good effect, but the duration of treatment is long (more than three months). For proper evaluation of disease, please go for USG whole abdomen and other investigations. If the size and number of cysts are more, then I suggest consulting a gynecologist as you may require surgery. If the number and size of cysts are less, you may continue treatment along with syrup Evecare 10 ml BD and Kanchnar Guggulu two BD. For more information consult an ayurveda specialist online -->

What causes back pain?

Hi I m 13 years old and I live in Ireland. At the moment my back has been hurting a lot but me and my friend have been fighting a lot and I also work with children in a school. Also my friends parents are getting a divorce and my uncle and aunty that I m close with are getting a divorce too. My parents got divorced when I was 5 and they fight about once a month. My back had been hurting below my shoulder blades and at the bottom and occasionly in the middle, it s been hurting for a while and it starts to hurt every day

There are many causes of back pain, so in order to make an accurate diagnosis it's critical that you see a physician skilled in working with teens. Stress can express as back pain, but so can scoliosis, bad posturing, flat feet, and a host of other serious and non-serious conditions. Because there are so many causes of back pain, seeing your doctor is the best place to start.

How can I get a circumcision done?

male circumcisionhi my name is cedrick I am a 22 year's of age athletic build weighing 180lbs, I am interested in this subject mainly because when I have sexual intercourse with my lady partner I am uncircumcised and always seem to get cut all the time and when getting cleaning seems to get difficult. and the healing process is taking longer reason why I am asking this is because I am looking into getting circumcised, for myself and my partner is there anything I should do or should no where I can go and get this done.

DearWe understand your concernsI went through your details. Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin, the tissue covering the head(glans) of the penis. Sometimes there's a medical need for circumcision, such as when the foreskin is too tight to be pulled back (retracted) over the glans.Circumcision might have various health benefits, including Decreased risk of urinary tract infections, hygiene, Decreased risk of sexually transmitted infections, prevention of penile problems and Decreased risk of penile cancer. Please consult a surgeon to get yourself circumcised. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.Good luck.

Suggest medication for high bp

should i be taking amlodipine, and lisinopril/hydrochlorithyozide ?I am a 55yr old woman apx 5ft10in. wt. is 240lbs. have had high blood pressure for apx. 10 yrs. high was apx. 162/105 before treatment. Also take synthroid because thyroids were removed in 1992. take chlorestorol med. pravastatin. level is apx. 184 was apx 220 before treatment.

Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.You certainly need medicine and you are on fairly appropriate medicine. Continue with the same. However keep monitoring your blood pressure regularly. Also have low salt and sugar diet, and regular exercises. Avoid smoking if any. I guess sugars must have been tested.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Sagar Makode

What causes swelling in the gums while treating a sinus infection?

I had a sinus infection and took Levequin for 10 days. 5 days later I noticed that I have swelling in the gum. No pain or sensitive reaction. Is it just fluid from the sinus, because I have been rinsing my nasal with salt & water at night? Should I see a?

Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain painless swelling of the gums with a history of sinus infection that has been treated with antibiotics dos not seems to be due to rinsing of the sinuses with fluid rather it can be due to infection in the gums, side effects of medications if you are taking any, hormonal imbalances, idiopathic enlargement that is due to unknown cause, allergic reaction etc..I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like x ray, biopsy, blood test etc can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly..As of now you can do salt water rinses..Do cool compresses over the gums..Take a soft diet to avoid irritation and bleeding..Drink plenty of water..Use a soft toothbrush to brush your teeth..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.

On antibiotics after molar extraction. Pain in the jaw, hot flashes and fatigue. Are these symptoms of healing?

I just had 6 molars extracted out of my mouth on Friday morning. It is now Sunday night. I had an infection in 2 of the molars on the bottom right side. I finished a full prescription of antibiotics before the teeth were pulled, but i do believe that the infection was still there a little bit. Well, it is now the third day after the teeth were pulled, and the one side seems like it is healing just fine, where the other side, where i had 4 teeth pulled, 2 on top, and 2 on bottom, seems to be healing differently. There is a thick white film over the two teeth that had the infection, covering the hole where the teeth were pulled from, and all i can see is white. Is that normal?? Also, my jaw is hurting, when i open my mouth it hurts a little bit as well. yesterday i didn t really have any of this pain, and now it seems today it seems I m getting these pains. I also have a bad taste in my mouth. I have been rinsing with warm salt water, and eating what i can. I have been brushing my teeth, but not the extracted areas. I m just really worried about getting a dry socket. I m getting hot flashes tonight , and i m just constantly tired. I think i am going to go back to the dentist tomorrow morning, but in the meantime, can you let me know if all this is normal in the healing process? Thanks so much

Hello Welcome to HCM I would like to tell you that getting 6 molar extracted takes a long time & patience for healing.Many post extraction effects that are seen like:- -pain -swelling -difficulty in opening mouth -fever -malaise You don't need to worry for any of these symptoms. The whitish film that you observe is a part of healing known as granulation tissue.You don't worry for that & regarding dry socket i would like to ask you that whether you have history of smoking? The blood clot’s formation can be slowed down when a person smokes, either from the suction done during the smoking action, or from the chemical toxins that come from a cigarette. This can lead to complications such as a dry socket, which is a temporary and very painful condition that occurs when the blood clot forms slowly. Take some rest & start with amoxiclav-625 twice a day along with zerodol-SP twice a day.Also take some multivitamin & antacid like rabeprazole 20 mg if acidity persists.Also do warm saline rinses 3-4 times a day. Visit your dentist for regular check-up. Take Care Regards Dr.Neha

How long should Clindamycin be taken to control lower jaw infection?

Hello! I am a dentist. My patient was on Amoxicillin after I did open flap surgery to control the infection on her lower jaw. I switched it to Clindamycin 300mg 2 stat 1PO q6h three days later because her swelling became worse. Today is the 4th day since she took the Clindamycin. She said the facial swelling went down a lot but now she is concerned that her stomach is hurting today. I like to know whether I need to tell her to stop taking the Clindamycin immediately? I hope I can put her on the medication for few more days to control the infection because I do not want the facial swelling to return. What is the minimum number of days to control infection?

Hi..Thanks for the query..Well, your patient has side effect of antibiotic Clindamycin and first of all you can start proton pump inhibitors like Omeprazole or Pantoprazole empty stomach in the morning till your patient is on antibiotics..Or else he can take the same twice a day half an hour before meals..Also advise him to take antacids..Eating plenty of probiotics like Yogurt can help..Avoid spicy and heavy meals..Drink plenty of water..In case of still there is no improvement then switch to lower doses or change the antibiotic..Infection control can depend on severity of infection, however a week to ten days can go for severe Infection..Injectable antibiotics can be another option..Hope this helps..Regards..

What causes chest pain and difficulty in swallowing?

Hello, my mum who is 42 years of age and 4ft 11, has just started suffering with chest pains. she explains it's quite hard to swallow and breathe. She looks very uncomfortable, and has now become very emotional. She suffers with lupus and arthritis. Would you have any idea why these chest pains have occured? Could it be stress? Or something more serious? thankyou. Kerry.

Hello and thank you for asking.In the situation of your mother that she suffer from lupus and arthritis the doctor should be very careful with the complains she has.Difficulty in swallowing might be one of the complication of the lupus diseases.For the chest pain and the difficulty in breathing it would be better to do a chest X ray,Spirometry with Dlco in order to see if the lung tissue is compromised.So i think that a reconsultation with the rheumatologist specialist should be done.Thank youDr.JolandaPulmonologist

What causes uncomfortable urination after intercourse?

After sex realised condom was broken,went to toilet and it felt uncomfortable peeing, not stinging or burning STI's are generally ment to take about two days to start showing symptoms if at all, Would you consider it a sign of STI or simply strain from sex - she said she got tested month ago and is in all clear sti wise

Hello. Uncomfortable urination immediately after sexual intercourse where condom break, simply signifies inflammation of your ureter. That is an immediate effect and it should die down within 24 hours. Your case may be different. I suggest you consult a doctor for physical investigation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr K. V. Anand, Psychologist

Suggest treatment for pain in shoulder blade close to spine

Woke up this morning with a very sore neck but mostly the pain is in my right shoulder blade close to my spine. Didn t do anything physical to cause injury but every time I try to lift my head my neck can t seem to support it. Also when I take a deep breath I feel a popping at the top of my spine/bottom of my neck.

you have muscle spasm in neck. take muscle ralaxent myospas d one tab two times for 5 day. avoid sudden neck turning.

What could be the lump with pus on armpit?

lump on armpit that is really after days of getting loads of pus out its really painful my girlfriend tried getting out what we perceived 2 be a ingrown hair due 2 the fact of black dots tried with a tweezers but its still sore she reckons there is something under the skin it really smells when the pus is squeezed out any ideas

Hi,Dear,thanks for your query to Health Care Magic.I studied your query indepth.In my opinion the recurring lump after loads of pus for many days,is a Chronic Furuncle- i.e.abscess in hair-follicle in armpit, with surrounding cellulitis due to-chronic infection.Something underneath-is the feel due to the indurated hair-follicle and the thick abscess wall of the chronic furuncle in the armpitis.Hope this answers your query and solves your causative- query for the armpit lump.Hope this would clarify the worry you had.Would love to Wellcome your queries to HCM.

What is the best cure for cold and cough which might lead to asthma ?

hi iam suffering from cold and cough doctor say light asthma since dec2010 which medicine it cure age is 25 so fast bcz my parents where seeing matches form me thier worry for this problem

Hi dear SubbaRao , Welcome to HealthcareMagic. In many people with asthma , the person is allergic to a sustance and that initiates the reaction and so cough , cold , breathlessness.The best way to treat is to find out the substance you are allergic to and stay away from it. When you have the episodes of cold and cough , approach for medical advise immediately and get treated promptly. Asthma can be treated effectively by bronchodilators and steroid inhaltional puffs which will be given by your Chest Physician. If you are a smoker please try to quit smoking. Good luck . Have a happy and Healthy life.

What causes dizzy feelings with pain in abdomen?

Ive been getting strange dizzy feelings off and on for about a month now. I would estimate about 5 times in this past month. The last occurance included a sharp cramp like pain on my left side under the ribs. Are these linked together or coincendence? Should I be concerned? What should have my doctor check for?

The symptoms are possibly linked and there are causes for concern.Kindly check the following:1. your blod pressure2. Blood sugar, fasting and PP3. ECG and CHEST X-RAY4. Lipid profileand consult a general physician first!regards,

What causes fever with high blood pressure?

I've recently been told and further confirmed by home testing that my blood pressure is high and I've had a low grade fever. I have not been able to see my Dr. because my health insurance has not kicked in yet. Do you know if these symptoms could be related to each other?

Hi,Usually high blood pressure and temperature have no relationship. They can be two separate diseases. So the cause for the temperature should be find out.Hope I could help you Wishing you good healthIn case of further questions don't hesitate to askRegards,

Can the feeling of ice cold water running down the leg be associated with the herniated discs?

I have been told by my orto surgeon that I need lumbar microdiscectomy surgery to correct a herniated disc that is pressing on a nerve. A couple of days ago I started to feel ice cold water running down my left leg. Could this be associated with the herniated discs?

Hi !I read carefully your query.You should run to do vascular doppler ultrasound to exclude any vascular pathology and than than to do lumbar spine MRI to evaluate for disc herniated and evaluated nerve pathology.Depend from the pathology you should treatment from specialist for the first from angiologyst and second from neurologist or rheumatologist but it depend a lot of you because you should do sport activity like swimming in quiet phase.Wish you fast recovery.Dr Ilirian Laci

Periods delayed. Genital contact, no penetration, semen dripped near vagina. Spotting with pink discharge. Pregnancy chances?

Hi need an urgent reply about this. . . My period was due two days ago but didn t show up. My period is kind of irregular though and shows up maybe a few days late sometimes. Thing is, two days ago I also got intimate with my partner. We had genital contact but no penetration, however a lot of semen dripped onto my thigh and near my vagina entry. I m afraid that while washing the area I may have pushed some in instead and am now considering taking an emergency contraceptive pill (which I just bought at a pharmacy) as I ve read online that sperm near the entry of the vagina can in fact make its way to the fallopian tubes and can even stay alive for up to a week. However, today I see pink discharge spotting and am expecting that my period is arriving. Is it possible for me to have my period if I got pregnant? Should I take the contraceptive pill or not? This would be my first time and I haven t had penetrative sex yet. Please help, thanks.

Hello,There is no chance of pregnancy in above type of sexual activity just prior to period due date (2 days ago). 1-7 days period date alteration is normal thing. You may take contraceptive pill to take extra protection against pregnancy but literally it is not necessary in this context. Also pill may cause next cycle delayed or earlier due to hormonal imbalance.As you are getting spotting or pink discharge now, it indicates that your period starts shortly. It is impossible to be pregnant during period. Therefore I suggest to wait at least 7 days before proceeding to investigation of irregular period. In such cases, you need to consult with your gynecologist.Avoid stress, take healthy diet with iron supplements, control body wt and take a sound sleep. Practice safe sex in future to avoid unwanted pregnancy.Be well & take care.

Having uterus tuberculosis. Feels uncomfortable, giddiness, heaviness and hot after medication. What diet should be taken?

My mother is 68 yrs and her weight is 76kg ,she is been diagonosed as having TB of uterus . The medicine which are prescribed by doctors are very powerful she has to take 5 capsules each is 900mg ,after taking medicine she is very uncomfortable ,feels giddiness,heavyness and feel very hot. Pls suggect a good physician with whom I can consult regarding this here in Delhi/ncr. What kind of diet she should take?

consult any general physician .you are right the drugs fot TB are powerful .The body needs sufficient amount of vitamins, minerals and protein to fight with the TB bacteria in the body. Hence one must include a fair share of green leafy vegetables and seasonal fruits in the diet. Additional vitamin supplements may be prescribed by the doctor. One must completely avoid caffeine, tobacco, alcohol as well as fried and fatty foods.

Suffering from regular blood loss, low haemoglobin levels, all reports normal. Suggestions?

hello dr , i am abhishek from india (u.p),i want advice for my 61 yrs old uncle who is suffering from regular blood loss and hemoglobin counts below 6 due to blood loss,we have consult the local gastrologist and all the tests like ct scan , indioscopy,chlonoscopy, biopsy ,urine test,stool tests, liver function test etc. but all the reports are normal and there are no symptoms of blood loss. kindly please suggests us regarding with our problem for future consultation.

Hi Abhisheik, Where is the blood loss from ? Is it from the motions ? If yes and the endoscopy and colonoscopy are normal then you need to go for something that is known as capsule endoscopy. In UP , SGPGI lucknow probably has it ... if the hemoglobin is really Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help Regards Dr. Om Lakhani

Suggest treatment for face pain after tooth filling

Hellow Docter My question is as follow I took my 6 yrs old to the dentis to because me son has a cavety. When he got home he complain pain in face sodenly he went to sleep at 7:00PM to the next day he woke up at 6AM,I have him ice pad. what are the side effects of the anesthesia. kind regards.

Hi..Welcome to HCM..As per your complain pain on face after weaning off the anaesthesia post treatment of tooth is not an uncommon finding and can be controlled with post treatment painkillers..Sleeping can be due to exertion caused due to treatment and pain and not a side effect of anaesthesia..I would suggest you to consult your dentist and get evaluated and he can advise him painkillers for relieving pain and the pain will eventually subside.Don't stop the treatment if there are further sittings left and continue it completely..Also if there is recurring episodes of pain then get an x-ray of tooth done and then treatment can be done accordingly..Hope this helps..Regards,

Suggest remedy for pain and infection due to wound in finger

I cut myself with an orange peel and now my finger hurts really bad it burns and has infection coming out of it and ive washed it quite a few times. I don't now if this is a serious problem but my hole hand hurts what should I do? whats making this little cut so bad?

Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concern..As per your complain in case if there is infection in your injured finger, the pain is being caused due to infection and pain in hand is radiating pain from injury site..I would suggest you to start taking a course of antibiotics like Sulphamethoxazole and Trimethoprim..Take painkillers like Advil or Motrin or diclofenac..Clean the area with an antiseptic solution and try to drain out pus if present..Apply Triple antibiotic ointment along with steroid ointment over it..You should avoid exposing the area to water..Keep it dry and clean..In case if still it does not improve consult a General Physician and get evaluated..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..

Is prescribed dosage of Susten compulsory for Frozen embryo transfer?

Hi I just underwent a Frozen embryo transfer on the 10 of December.My doc advised me Susten Vaginal Tablets 400 mg 4 times a day.I dont recollect if I have taken the 3rd dose today or not. Will that be a problem? I did day 3 transfer.Pls help as I am really worried.thanks,Hema

Hi Hema,Thanks for writing to HCM .It is ok if you have missed one or two doses of susten. Ideally you shouldn't miss but in circumstances it is ok. No need to worry. Normally body start secreting progesterone once conception occurs. Susten is progesterone given to help in maintenance of early pregnancy. It increases local progesterone level. Also it prevents early abortions. So if you miss one dose your body will cover up. Just don't miss again and again. Be stress free. Hope I have been helpful .RegardsDr.Deepika Patil

Swelling in the face and head. Due to psychiatric problem?

My mother has internal swelling on her face and head .... she has consulted a neurologist , he suggested to contact a psychiatrist . Now, when she consulted a psychiatrist , he said its cz of tension . He wrote so many medicines . She has so many medicines to eat but the swelling is still there . I cannot see her like this please help.

Hi, Welcome to HealthcareMagic Forum Cases for only swelling is not referred to psychiatrist. There may be other issues too, affecting her condition. Many time these cases are difficult to solve. In person history, mental status examination and general physical examination are needed to diagnose and treat such cases. Many time treatment with psychotropic medicines take 4-6 weeks to show response, so if treatment is started recently, then wait for some time to see response. Wish you Good Health and all the best. Regards, Dr. Ashish Mittal www.99doctor.com

Is difficulty in ejaculating normal at the age of 70?

I am just coming up to my 70 th birthday dont smoke drink occasionally still feel like sex but have difficulty in ejaculating. When ejaculating have semen but only oozes out no force behind ejaculation is this common at my age? Also seem to have slight pain in my testicles ,

HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have noticed that you have difficulty in ejaculation and the quantity of semen is very less.With increasing age production of semen is reduced due to low serum testosterone levels.This is normal at the age of 70 and nothing to be worried about.The pain while ejaculating could be due to Prostatitis which can be controlled by taking antibiotics like Doxycycline for two weeks.Dr.Patil.

What is the discharge from my wound?

Hello! About three days ago I got a deep cut on my right arm (about two inches from the elbow on the top of my arm to be exact) I have been putting bandages on it and changing the bandages daily. Today when I checked the bandages there was a bit of orange/yellow discharge from the wound, is this normal?

there is infection in wound yellow orange meen infected material mixed with blood use antibiotics course to clear infectionuse antiseptic dreesing with antiseptic ointment/powderanalgesic ss keep dry

Suggest treatment for difficulty in breathing

My fourteen year old son has a chest cold but no fluid in his lungs according to his pediatrician and he claimed gasping for air and not being able to breathe which is the worst at night. Last night he woke out of a sound sleep gasping for air and not getting any. he was able to start breathing slowly in a minute but I have never seen all air cut off from a chest cold. What are my options? Is there an inhaler I can buy until I can get him to an ENT DR. which is 2 weeks away? Thanks.

Hello, thank you for posting at Health Care Magic. From your post, I surmise that your son has a wheeze which will make breathing at night or early morning harder, and possibly a nose block due to drying up of secretions in his nose overnight. My suggestion would be:1. Put saline nose drops to clear the secretions and do steam inhalation (works beautifully to relieve stuffy nose)2. Get him an inhaler like Salbutamol or Levosalbutamol if he is having excess cough or fast breathing/difficulty breathing. He should get relief from that. Learn how to use it and give 6 puffs(with a minute between puffs) three times with a 20 minute interval between each set of 6 puffs in case of difficulty breathing. 6puffs--(20 mins)--6puffs---(20 mins)-----6 puffsHope he gets better soon. Take care

What effect can the suppository medicine, Polygnax, have if taken orally?

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

Hi.It is not effective to treat vaginal infection if taken orally. Polygnax (Neomycin, Nystatin 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. Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician

What could be causing fever?

hi doctor i have five year old daughter who have a fever, she was hospitalised for seven days, they said a viral illness, i out of hospital now ahd they gave me advil for her three time a day with food, but when the medication dies out the fever come back what can i do

Hi,Welcome to Hcm,Fever for so long can be a prolonged viral fever which needs no specific treatment especially if no focus of infection anywhere. However, because fever is persistent for so long your child needs to investigated properly before coming down for any conclusion. There are many other possibilities in such scenario like typhoid, urinary tract infection, malaria etc. So I would suggest you consult a good pediatrician and get evaluation done properly. Wish your child a good health. Take care.

What could be the lump near the tubes of testicle which is painful while squeezing?

I have had a lump near the tubes of my right testical, might even be on the testical, either way it's been there since I was 12 or 13. Hasn't been all to alarming to this point. If I squeeze it, it's just as painful as squeezing a testical... What could this be and should I be alarmed?

HIThank for asking to HCMI can understand your worry if this lump is not hurting you then need to touch it this could be a lymph node, and could be normal one, hope this information helps you have a good day.

Dizzy spurts, leg aches and numbness are symptoms of some kidney problem?

I had a ureteral reconstruction surgery a year and a half ago. Recently I have had dizzy spurts and my right leg sometimes aches. Its like a dull numb ache. The right side was also the side I had surgery on. Could these symptoms be a sign something is going on with my kidney again? Or is it something else completely?

Hi, welcome to HCM. Looking to your history, such symptoms are usually not related directly to kidney disease. you can check basic urine report, S.creatinine and sonography. consult with your urologist ir you can get bacj to me with above reports.Best wishes. tc.Dr Jay Patel.

Suggest right diet for 8 month old

Hello , My son is 8months old, we are feeding him Idli in morning, smashed vegetables(carrot, beans and potato) before lunch, rice kanji by afternoon , wheat ceralac in the evening and again rice kanji in the night. My son is just weighs 7.6Kg at this time..could you pls suggest me changes , if any for my sons diet, pls note am feeding him while night time , since am a office goer

You are doing the right thing by giving the child mashed diet with idli which is rice based, just give it in properly mashed form. You can also give diet prepared by boiling rice together with pulses and vegetables and then mashing them up. You may add chicken and eggs but in mashed form. You may give fruits in grated or mashed form - no need to boil them. Biscuits or other cereal based foods may be given in mashed or softened form. These items are more nutritive than formula like cerelac. Continue breast milk upto 1 year of age even if it is at night. No other milk needs to be given but is optional. Curd or yogurt is good and may be given.The birth weight is supposed to double by 5 months of age and triple by 10-12 months of age. Please compare with the birth weight of the child and you will understand if the child is growing fine.

What causes tightness in the jaw and chest aches?

I have been experiencing an array of symptoms for some while now but especially severly in the last three weeks. I have face and jaw tightness, chest aches and upper back aches. I sometimes get fluttery feelings in my legs. I have had an ECG and no problems were detected. Does anyone have any idea what might be wrong?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern.Your all symptoms are more suggestive of arrhythmia. Ecg can be normal in arrhythmia (rhythm disturbances in heart). So normal ecg can not rule out heart diseases in your case.So get done 2d echo and Holter monitoring (24 hours continuous recording of Ecg).If both these are normal then no need to worry for arrhythmia or other heart diseases.Sometimes undiagnosed stress and anxiety can also cause similar symptoms.So avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. You may need anxiolytic drugs too.Don't worry, you will be alright.Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.

Suggest treatment for sinus congestion

I have a sensation of pressure in the upper pec area on the right side just below the collar bone. Along with it, I have soreness through my right lats as well as a great deal of sinus congestion. THere is not any pain just discomfort and soreness. I have not worked out in nearly a wekk due to travels so it seems out of line to think this is fitness related. Any thoughts?

Hi.I would suggest an xray of the neck to look for a cervical rib which causes heavines and pain in that area plus numbness and pain in arm or forearm or hand.U should consult thoracic surgeon for it.For sinus fullness i would suggest an antihistamine such as ebastine or cetrizine.Steam inhalation with application of some balm or vicks over the nose.You can have anti histamines on prescription.Thanks

Suggest remedy for getting pregnant

hai...i am 26 year old...i misscarrige 6 times...we done genetic tests of us...result was normal...on my 5th pregnency we done carryotape of misscarried one its 18th crromosome was abnormal....now am taking ecosprin 75.now planning for next pregnency .advice me sir...

Hi, I think if you want to try naturally, do a first trimester screening. Do a NT scan between 11 and 14 weeks. If everything is fine, you can be sure it is a normal pregnancy. Also do a APLA profile and thyroid levels to rule out other causes of abortions. Also you may need daily injections of heparin. Discuss with your doctor regarding this. If it doesn't work, then you can go for IVF with a peri implantation genetic diagnosis of the embryos. Hope I have answered your question.Regards Dr khushboo

Q. How long should my husband and I wait to try for a baby if we did cocaine?

Hello doctor,I am trying to conceive but my husband and I did cocaine a week ago. How long should my husband and I wait to safely continue to try to get pregnant? How long until it is out of our system? How long does cocaine stay in sperm? Thanks in advance.

Hello, Wellcome to iclinq.com. There are few researches/studies on cocaine use by males and its effect on pregnancy. Few suggest that cocaine by itself has limited effects as most of the time it is taken along with other drugs or as a cocktail of alcohol and cigarette (tobacco). So, most of the people take not just cocaine but a combination of drugs. Cocaine narrows blood vessels (vasoconstriction). It can lead to erectile dysfunction. Few studies suggest that it has receptors on testicles and sperm. So, it can degenerate testicular tissues/or sperm quality, transfer from sperm to female egg and can lead to early miscarriage. Cocaine is a very fast acting drug which affects the nervous system and produces short-lived euphoric attitude for 15 minutes to an hour, but causes long-term damage to the body and brain like anxiety, depression, aggression, impairment of logic and critical thinking, heart problem, hypertension and decrease in bone density. Its half-life is an hour. So, it takes about an hour for half of the cocaine consumed to leave the body. But, with long-term use, the drug starts to accumulate in the blood and body tissues allowing certain tests to detect it in the system for an extended period of time. After a single use of cocaine, agents created by its metabolism can be detected in the urine for two to four days, and in chronic users, cocaine can be detected up to 12 days and highly concentrated cocaine can be detected in the urine up to three weeks. It can be detected in the saliva and blood for an average 12-48 hours. In hairs and sweat for an extended period of time, it can be detected. So, after all the above description, I do not know how your husband had cocaine, as a cocktail along with other drugs, or just cocaine? Secondly, how long he has been taking it? For you, have you been on alcohol, cocaine or smoking? If you had taken in the past, better to quit completely. My advice is, try to avoid drugs like cocaine, alcohol, ketamine, and MDMA completely for a couple of months before trying for pregnancy. Because, if the mother has an addiction, it has psychosocial effects on the fetus in addition to the drugs' side effects itself. Best of luck. For more information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online -->

Is L montus safe to use for long terms?

I have allergy sinus problems. Like itchy nose and eyes, sneezing etc. I was advised by my doctor to have Lmontus for 2 weeks. I had it and stopped. two days later my allersy comes back. Can I have L montus for longer periods...how long can I have it for without causing any side effects?

Hello.L-montus is a very safe drug. Side effects from it's long-term use are very rare.I have seen patients using it daily for many years also.However, it treats symptoms of allergy, it does not treat the allergy itself. That's why you will need to take it for long time. Wish you the best health.Regards.

What is the treatment for severe back pain and constipation?

Hi, so....at around 10 AM today (eight hours ago), I noticed this pain in my lower back, on the left side, sort of above my hip a little, I don't know how to locate it more precisely. Around that time, I also kind of felt this feeling like there was something in my penis, as when I am desperately holding back urine, trying not to pee, But when I tried to pee, only little dribbles would come out. I sort of assumed that this was some kind of constipation problem, because I was trying to move my bowels too, without that much success, even though I had eaten a fair amount yesterday. But it didn't quite feel like constipation. As these last eight hours progressed, the pain in my lower back became increasingly intense (although it went away at times, particularly when I was lying on my back or on my left side, or when I had walked around a little). At some point I got the idea that it was a kidney stone, so I started drinking water. I also took ibuprofen, and, about, two hours ago, Nyquil (I was thinking it might knock me out and make me sleep through this whole terrifying ordeal). I was trying to use the bathroom every five or ten minutes, but nothing was happening, other than some dribbles, and a few little bits of fecal matter, and some farting...but nothing really substantial. About an hour ago, I noticed that the pain had substantially decreased. I went to pee and a good healthy stream came out. My questions are as follows: i) how likely was it that what I had / have was a kidney stone?; ii) what should I do in terms of following up on this?; iii) how likely is it -- given that I still feel a kind of dull ache in that place in my back (but much less, and of a different kind, than before) -- that I am at least temporarily done with this ailment, whatever it was?

Hey..I'm pretty much sure that this isn't a case of kidney stone. But is surely a case of constipation....due to the increased abdominal pressure required to pass stools you get lower back ache. I advise you to take a laxative and consume high fibre food. Laxative to be taken- Macrogol granules --2 teaspoon in a glass of water at night. For lower back ache --Zerodol P tablet twice a day after food for 5 days and tablet Esogard twice a day before food for 5 days.

What causes pain in left testicle and lower abdomen?

Why would I have a pain in left testicle and a pain in lower abdomen? The pain in abdomen has been constant for several days and the pain in testicle comes and goes. Also I feel that I need to have a bowel movement and the sensation to urinate constantly?

Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum Your symptoms are suggestive of urinary tract infection leading to pain, frequency of urination. And left testicular and abdominal pain may also be due to varicocele as it is very common on left side. So, please visit a doctor for physical examination & further investigating the cause for your pain with urine analysis. All the best.

Should I go for surgery to cure bilateral varicocele?

Hello doctor, I am suffering from bilateral vericocele. I got married 2.5 years back and still don't have children. My last report says 18 Millon sperm count, far less then the range specified in the report. I consulted a urologist and he advised me a 3 months course ( 1 year back). I believe there is no difference. Do you advice me surgery for the same or there is any other cure for this problem.

HelloThanks for query.You are facing problem of infertility due to Oligospermia .You have been detected to have Bilateral Varicocele ..Varicocele is one of the factors that causes Oligospermia (Low Sperm Count) do to temperature imbalance that affects spermatogenesis ( production of sperms) by testis ..Operating Varicocele improves sperm production in 30 to 40 % of cases to have pregnancy .Please go ahead and get operated .Dr.Patil. .

What are the symptoms of kidney infection or a UTI?

I am 33 yrs old, had a hysterectomy at 32 years old (over a year ago) and it was a total hyst. I just went to the bathroom and my urine appeared to be of normal color however when I wiped there was pink on my toilet paper after wiping three times. The last time I had sex with my husband was approx. 3 days ago so I know he did not rip me or scratch anything (I normally tear). I have had a little cramping but nothing major. What could this be caused from? Could it be a bladder, kidney infection or a UTI or something else more so serious as they took my uterus and ovaries? Thanks!

Helloyes it can be due to UTI though it most commonly causes BURNING SENSATION DURING MICTURITION...u should get a complete urine examination and ultrasound of kub region

Suggest treatment for vomiting and constipation

my son age is 3 month 6 days, last 1 month he is doing potty every 4 days after giving him glycerine suppository, and doctor also have suggested a oral solution name-lactulose USP 3.40 gm for 3 time every day. but last 5 days he is vomiting and doing no potty, i am really ? cud u plz suggest me wht sould do now? how aften a child do potty?

Hi...please stop all the medicines which you are using for constipation. This type of not passing stools is quite common in this age group. This should not be treated as constipation.This type of symptoms can be there till 6 months too. Unless the kid has stopped feeding completely or has severe abdominal distension, you need not worry.Regards - Dr. Sumanth

Q. What is the white lesion in my mouth?

Hello doctor, I have one white lesion in my mouth. I do not know whether it is painful or not because it is very deep and also, how long it has been there. Kindly guide me and also tell me if there is any need to worry or it is just only aphthous ulcer. I am not sexually active since 1.5 years. I do not have any problem with this like bad breathing, sore throat, etc.

Hi. I have seen the pictures attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You are probably having a tonsillolith. It occurs in chronic tonsillitis. It is not an ulcerative lesion at all. There is nothing to be worried about. Use Hexidine gargles. For more information consult an ENT otolaryngologist online -->

Suggest medication for vomiting, loose motiom after taking Pantasem

sir, Day before yesterday i had an oil fried item snacks and also chappathi with homemade cauliflower , but prepared in the morning. I also had my dinner at 10 p.m. . The next day morning when i got up i was not feeling comfortable. After coming from school i took a tablet pantasem , after that i had vomitingand loose motion for nearly six or seven times . Then i went to a doctor who gave two injectionsone for fever and the other on i do not know.He also prescribe few tablets of three doses pavosem mufsail, rogo Race stat ( I am not sure with spellings). Till morning i did not have any problem , after getting and after taking the tablets i am ha ving the same problem . So, now i took cyclopam and aceloc-150mg. I think i am little ok now . what i should do ?

Hi, You suffer from some colon infection due to food poisoning. In addition to Cyclopam and acecloc-150mg, you can take tab oflox-ornidazole and tab albendazole 400mg single dose with advise of your doctor. Take Oral re-hydrating Solution if you feel dehydrating because of loose motion and vomiting. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Pramod Kokare, General & Family Physician

Pain in lower back after a fall, burning on bending. Should I undergo any test?

So I fell about 3 months ago at work. I fell when I was walking towards one of the freezers at work and fell in the sitting position. I remember immediately my lower back right below the mid back it took my breath away it hurt so much I couldn t get up right away but managed to after a couple of minutes. I went to the break area and tried to sit down but that only made things worse. work told me to go take the rest of the day off and I went to the Chiropractor he did ex-rays and told me I sprained and strained the lower back. Now that brings me to today I am now in physical therapy been doing it for 3 weeks. Now that brings me to my question since this has happended lately I have been experiencing Lower back pressure and burning when I bend to much and also my lower back has been cracking which has never happened and after it cracks sharp pain right in the middle lower back. Should I get more testing done or should I just continue to do PT and hope it gets better?

get an MRI Lumbosacral spine done.

What causes severe back pain and headache?

Hi Ive been having blood in ny urine on and off since february. I have done urine samples and they just cone back saying that there s blood in them but nothing else like calcium or anything ti indicate an infection. I suffer alot with muscular pain in my back and down my legs. I was also hospitalised before christmas with severe headaches much worse than the migraines I usually get. Could it all be linked?

Blood in urine xannbe related to kidney or urethra problem also. I suggest to visit nephro and urologist for proper testing and evaluation.Now due to kidney problem also pain can be there at your back but it will not radiate to your legs. Here since you have radiating pain to legs also it can be related to nerve or disc level issue at your back. How ever the conformation will be done by MRI scan of spine.Here based on MRI scan report if it is showing major problem at disc level then orthopedic doctor will suggest for surgical correction. And if there is no major problem then doctor will guide you for medication for muscle relaxation and anti inflammation. As well doctor will also suggest for physiotherapy treatment which will help for pain relief and relaxation of soft tissue at your back.Along with this, also do spinal exercises this will help you for improving strength and stamina of your spine.You can also use hot and cold pack at home for some more pain relief along with muscle relaxation.You have ask here for headache also, let me tell you if there is a problem at cervical spine level then headache is possible. But not always. So even after relieving spinal pain if headache is present then you need to consult neuro physician and take needed treatment.Take care.

What causes c3/c4 spinal cord compression?

i had a mri in 2010 that showed abnormal t-2 cord weight. 2011 mri that showed signal alteration in the odontoid process, 2011 2 level acdf, 20113 mri abnormal signal and 2014 degenrative signal alteration in the anterior/inferior corner of the c-3. i currently have c3/4 spinal cord compression and facet overgrowth, what might be going on with me/

u seem to have CV junction anamoly. In such cases surgical correction is needed if there is weakness of limbs or urinary problems.if disease is not involving spinal cord.....then no need to worry.....

Q. Can Yasmin birth control pill be used as an emergency contraceptive pill?

Hello doctor, My fiancee and I had unprotected sex a few days back, but I did not ejaculate inside her. Just to be on the safer side, we wanted to use the emergency contraceptive pill. But due to some restriction in the country where we live, Plan B or emergency contraceptive pills are not available. I read that Yasmin, which is used as a regular contraceptive pill can be used as an emergency contraceptive pill at a higher dosage. Can Yasmin be used as an emergency contraceptive pill? And at what dosage?

Hi. How are you doing? Yes, as you have heard, Yasmin can be used as an emergency pill. Even if you have not ejaculated into her, she stands a chance of pregnancy if the pre-seminal fluid, the clear fluid that comes out before semen, which is rich in young healthy sperms, comes in contact with her genitals. As soon as possible, earlier the better, I suggest taking four tablets of Yasmin (combination of Ethinyl Estradiol and Drospirenone) at the time, repeat four more tablets after 12 hours. This being a high dose of hormones, it will suddenly increase the inner lining of the uterus. Then as it is a single dose, the inner lining will fall off. This makes it unfavorable for the possible embryo or baby to settle into the uterus. She will get her periods within 7 to 10 days of the last pill. But do not keep repeating this frequently, it can disturb the hormonal balance and can reduce the effectiveness of the pill. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and start taking the medicines after their consent. This is an old method, but it is an effective emergency method. Just do not delay the pills. As time passes by, the effectiveness reduces. Hope I have clarified your query, do write back. All the best. For further queries consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online -->

Have esophageal cancer, spreaded to spine, got tumor. Permanent cure?

My husband was diagnosed with esophageal cancer . He was in a clinical trial. Six months of chemo followed by surgery. He was on many different chemo drugs. After about 5 years or so it spread to his spine . It started with his right hand becoming weak and unable to grasp things. He had surgery to remove part of the tumor followed by radiation . The radiation did not shrink the tumor. He stood up one day & fell down. The right side of his body was weak. The surgeon did a second surgery to remove the tumor again as it grew back after 3 weeks. He was finally put into hospice. He had a pet scan before the surgery onhis spine & it did not show any tumor growth. How could this have spread so rapidly. He was on erbitux, and many other chemo drugs. He was put on ketamine for pain. It was the only drug that relieved his pain.

Hello,thanks for using health care magicI feel touched for your husband. Cancer is not just an ordinary disease; the pain, disability, thoughts and all the discomfort, really sad and so i must congratulate you for enduring and being there for him because he needs you now more than ever.The discovery of a metastasis (spread of a cancer to another location) generally indicates that the disease is advanced and at this stage, the spread is rapid. The sad thing about cancer is that most cancers at the time of diagnosis are already advanced and making treatment options very limitedIt is hard to say which treatment is best or the permanent cure but the best thing to do will be to stick with his treating oncologist as his case is a little difficult due to the metastases.All the bestDr Achuo

Is Amway products helpful in diabetes ?

My sister is 70,has Diabetes for about 5 years. She wants to choose AMway Prodocts to reduction in that disease. Could you please tell me , is it OK? Hight 168cm, weight 65kg. She does not like much medical ,only looking for some good health food.

Dear,no one likes to take medicines regularly.But please keep in mind that in diabetes the medicines are advised to control the disease,we are not curing the disease.so whether she likes it or not but she has to take medicines life long.Most of the amway products are food supplements they may help may not,but at any time they can replace medicines.So please take care and take medicines regularly.

Is it possible for a toddler to exhibit different levels of prader willie syndrome?

I have a grandaughter who just turned 3 and weighs 55 lbs. I have been researching Prader Willie Syndrome and I am pretty sure that is what she has. Is it possible for kiddo s this young to demonstrate different levels of the disease? ie; she is not short in statue but was slow to feed; had several weight checks and failure to thrive up until she was appx 15 months, now she is OBESE and can t stop eating. I have had to bring this to our Pediatrician s attention?? Her LDL-C is 142? I just don t know where to turn.

I suggest you to consult your doctor for this obesity. obesity in children have many causes and it may not be prader willie syndrome. most common cause of obesity is overnutrition, which is suggested by overgrowth in both hight and weight. we consider other cause if child has short stature, mental retardation or other endocrine abnormalities

What causes peripheral edema from knees to down?

My husband is 60 has CLL, has had it for 12 years with no progression and no treatment -he quit smoking a few months ago and also stopped working(he was a letter carrier and walked a lot) and gained a significant amount of weight- 30-40 lbs, he started on Lipitor in the beginning of March and for the past month he developed peripheral edema from knees down....? cause

There are many things that can cause swelling below the knee, known as edema. It is usually a result of fluid retention, and can be caused by several different health conditions.

Suggest medication for severe chapped lips

Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...My daughter is 2 years old and has the worst cast of chapped lips, they are cracking! I have used Vaseline and chap stick but it's not working. It looks like she may have an infection in one of the cracks. Please help!

Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain it seems that your daughter is suffering Chapped lips leading to making them dry and cracked....In toddlers it is commonly due to dehydration, lip licking habit, excessive dry or cold weather etc..I would suggest you to start applying thick coat of petroleum jelly over the lips and do it frequently throughout the day..It will help in locking moisture and prevent dryness by providing lubrication..Beeswax containing lip balm is also helpful..Avoid excess sun exposure or exposure to very dry and cold wind..She should drink plenty of water..Do cool compresses over her lips..In case if there is no resolution in a week consult a Paediatrician from the lips to check for infection and treatment can be done accordingly..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.

Is it dangerous to have a tiny matallic ball stuck in the trachea?

The other week I swallowed the ball of my tongue ring and it feels like it may have gotten stuck in my trachea. Is that a possibility and could it still be there because it feels like it is and has felt that way since it happened. It feels like it moved down a little the past 2 days. It is metal so will it cause problems if it is in there? Thank you!!

Hi and welcome to HCM. Thanks for the query. Yes, it could cause problems so it would be smart to visit ENT doctor to see where exactly it is. it is probably in pharinx or esophagus, not trachea but it should be move down or removed by doctor since it could cause some serious infections if stay in your body..Wish you good health. Regards