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What could red swollen penis be with irritation on itching?
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I have a red swollen penis. The head of my penis and the foreskin that laps the head of my penis is red and swollen to it can be irratating by being itch, i went in the bath and pulled foreskin back and it was like the head of my penis was peeling, what is this? And is this serious?
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HelloThanks for your query,based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have infection of glans penis and foreskin (Ballono-Posthatitis).It could be due to unprotected sex or Diabetes .Please get your blood sugars level on empty stomach and 2 hours after lunch done to rule out the same.You need to take broad spectrum antibiotic like Cefexine along and anti fungal medicine like Fluconozone and topical anti fungal jelly for local application.with anti inflammatory drug like Diclofenac twice daily.Ensure to wash your genitals with warm water twice dailyEnsure to avoid sexual encounters till it heals up completely.Dr.Patil.
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What causes severe pain under the breast and shoulder?
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Hello I was having pain on my left side it was running from under my to above my breast I m a 52 year old women with COPD and diabetes my pain leave was at about a 4 now it is gone the pain was mostly there when I in healed I v been have pain in my back left shoulder for about 2 weeks now...no other pain or any other sign of a heart attack
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Hello, I have studied your case. I think you are having impingement of the tendon with frozen shoulder. It would be good if you get a MRI of the shoulder to confirm your diagnosis.You would be benefitted from arthroscopic surgery. In which pressure of the nerve is removed.Also you will need to do physiotherapy after this.I hope this answer will be useful for you. let me know if there is any other followup questions. thanks
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Is taking Folic acid effective to help get pregnant?
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i have been taking folic acid 5mg for three months now before falling preganant, however i recently read that this dose is usually only used for woman who have a risk of health problems like diabetes etc. is this safe for the baby when i do fall pregnant?
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Hello, and I hope I can help you today.Folic acid, a B vitamin, is involved in proper development of an unborn fetus and efficiency of folic acid has been shown to be associated with an increased risk of certain kinds of birth defects, called neural tube defects.Is recommended by the CDC (centers for disease control) that women planning pregnancy take at least 400 mcg (micrograms) of folic acid daily. This is the minimum nutritional requirement recommended for this vitamin during pregnancy.Folic acid can also be prescribed up to 4 mg (milligrams)per day for women who are at increased risk for neural tube defects. These people include women who have to take certain medications during pregnancy that deplete folic acid, a family history of previously affected infant with a neural tube defect, and other inherited forms of clotting disorders.However folic acid is a water-soluble vitamin, meaning that any excess in your system be washed out in your urine and there are no harmful effects on your body or the baby's if you are taking higher than the recommended dose.So 5 mg is higher than the standard dose for pregnancy, however it really will not do you or the baby any harm. If anything you can cut the tablets in half and still have the adequate dose for supplementation and prevention of birth defects.I hope I was able to adequately answer your question today, and that my advice was helpful.Best wishes, Dr. Brown
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What do high cholesterol levels despite healthy food intake indicate?
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I am a 60 year old female, short and thin. I live in NYC, so I walk a lot. I limit my intake of sweets, meat, dairy and processed food In general. I have diabetes on both sides of my family. My recent check up said I have high cholesterol and sugar. It doesn t seem right to me, but my doctor did not test me for diabetes. Could diabetes result in high cholesterol and sugar? Thank you
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Hello there I have read through your question and would like to tell you that if you have diabetes running in your family then you have higher chances of having it. High blood sugar that is fasting sugar above 100 and post prandial sugar above 140 is diagnostic of diabetes. But I would advise you to get an HBA1C test done to confirm the diagnoses. Also high cholesterol levels can also be due to Diabetes or It can be an isolated occurence. If you have diabetes you may need to take oral hypoglycemics depending on the level of your blood sugar. I hope that answers your question. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.
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Does dry cough occur due to diabetes or lung infection?
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my father is diabetic and obstruction in heart left valve, now he his effected with lungs infection, he his taking treatment for lungs, one week it given relief but now again he his getting continues cough. please tell me the dry cough because of lungs or heart problem?
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just check whether he takes ACE inhibitor for heart problems, dry cough may be side effect of ACE inhibitor. if so he need to switch to other medication
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Can taking hydrochlorothiazide lead to swelling of ankles?
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Hello DR. GRIEF: MY ANKLES ARE SWELLING. IT NEVER HAPPENED BEFOR I STARTED A TEMP JOB, WHERE I SIT DOWN FOR MOST OF THE DAY. I DON T EAT ALOT OF SALT, HOWEVER, I DO TAKE A WATERPILL EVERYDAY, AND I VE BEEN TAKING IT FOR ABOUT 5 YEARS. IT S HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE 25 MG. WHY IS THIS HAPPENING?
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Hi, Thanks for your question. After going through your question, I can understand your concern. For better opinion I want to know- Your age and gender. - why are you taking water pill. - Is there any diabetes, heart disease, Blood pressure or cholesterol problem. - Habits like smoking, alcohol. - Associated symptoms like fever, change in color of skin over feet, breathing difficulties. There may be following causes for swelling in your case - - Prolonged sitting. But other causes related to heart, Kidney, Liver disease need to be ruled out. Following investigation may help in diagnosis - - ECG, 2DEcho. - Complete Blood Count. - Renal function test. - Liver function test. - Urine examination including urinary protein. Depending upon clinical examination and above test results appreciate management can be planned. Hope this helps you, if so do vote as helpful.
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How to treat breakthrough pain?
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hi thanks for your time my question is what is best for breakthrough pain i am taking 145mg methadone in two daily split oses it does help but i get bad electric shocks down back and front of my right leg and my knee is real sore too as is my big toe and on thge outside of my foot it is sort of pins and needles and my bum goes to sleep but atm its the burning and the shocks that are killing me i believe i dislocated l4,l5 facet joints and think i may also have nerve root involvement i am miserable
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Hi, Welcome to Health care magic forum. As you describe it appears to be the neuralgia, may be secondary to the hypertension, diabetes,anemia, deficiency of vitamins,or calcium. The other cause may be the pressure on the nerves of the leg. I advise you to consult a neurologist for diagnosis and treatment. I usually prescribe to my patient with such symptoms neurotropic injections for 10 consecutive days, and then periodically. calcium supplements, and pain killers. Avoid taking potato, other tubers, tomato,egg, chicken, and sea foods. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you.
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Suggest any conventional method to decrease nondipping nocturnal hypertension
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Hello Doc, Do you know any holistic or conventional method that will help me to decrease my nondipping nocturnal hypertension? I take my drugs (ARB and Beta Blocker) in the afternoon and ½ tablet of diuretic in the morning. At my 87 years I do not have high LDL and diabetes, but suffer of CKD 3d stage with anemia and proteinuria.
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Hello, Thanks for posting your query on Healthcare Magic...* Brief Answer: Increasing the dosage, spacing the drugs or adding a calcium channel blocker are good for non dippers plus regular measures.*Explanation: My opinion is that high blood pressure on many occasions is an indication for control .That happens on many levels. First, be sure that high blood pressure is not secondary to any other diseases as Cushing or renal failure.Then ,Diet with low salt and less fat content is crucial. Exercise and other healthy activities are also a mean to control blood pressure. If all that dose not help, medications are a must .That is usually decided by your doctor according to your condition and comorbidities .Some drugs that are perfect for patients are not necessary good for others.Regular blood pressure monitoring is as important as starting treatment so that we could assess efficacy of the medication we started.I suggest my patients the following : add a calcium channel blocker at night and avoid any caffeinated drinks .*Conclusion: I suggest you consult your physician about your medications. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help, If not, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish you good health.
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Is it safe to take tablets when I am pregnant at this time?
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Hi,I am in my 27 th week of pregnancy.My BP reading is 96/144.I developed Gestational Diabetes during my 22nd week.Am taking insulin shot of 6 units everyday.Now I have beed asked to take Nebi 2.5 to control the blood pressure.Please suggest whether it is safe to take this tablet during pregnancy
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Hi & Welcome.I can understand your concern for the safety of Nebi 2.5 during pregnancy.It is not safe to take Nebi tablet during pregnancy.Nebi (Nebivolol) is a highly selective beta blocker commonly used to treat hypertension.As far as pregnancy is concerned Nebivolol has been designated as a Pregnancy C category medication because of its various effects noted in animal studies. Because of the potential for beta blockers to produce serious adverse effect like decreased heart beats (bradycardia), it is usually not recommended to treat hypertension during pregnancy.To treat hypertension during pregnancy Methyldopa or Hydralazine are the preferred drugs and hence commonly used.You are therefore advised to consult your obstetrician to review the prescribed medications.Hope this answers your query.
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Suggest healthy food diet to recover from typhoid fever
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Hi doctor, My father in law has diabetes and he is suffering with typhoid fever and jaundice. Can you please suggest what food need to take care to cure those. And one more thing he is tooooo weak. Please suggest to increase his energy level which diet need to take. Thanks in advance
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Hello.Welcome to Healthcare Magic.After typhoid disease and fever there is too much weakness due to low diet during that period with indigestion.There is more weight loss as on mainly liquid diets.So most important things in recovery phase is weight gain, maintain immunity and proper diet planning.Please avoid oily and spicy diet with fast foods.Avoid bread, jam, pow biscuits etc.Take green veg and fresh fruits more.Fresh fruits are superior than fruit juices.Also take lemon and orange more with honey which is anti infective and give energy.Take protein rich diet like beans, peas, eggs etc, will help in increasing your immunity.Take rice,dhal, porridge, butter milk more in diet.Strictly follow this for 15-20 days.Do some exercise too.Hope these all will help you a lot.Thanks for contacting us.Take care...
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How can erectile dysfunction be treated when Viagra does not work?
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I have erectile dysfunction, age 65, heart bypass, pacemaker, type 2 diabetes. do not smoke or drink. Viagra does not work. My urologist says that it is possible that when I do achieve en erection with a pump, and attempt insertion, that my penile blood vessels let the blood flow back out of my penis and I lose my erection. Can this be helped?
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Hello,Thanks for the query.Erectile dysfunction is common in elderly people. As the sildenafil( viagra) has failed, the pump device is the next option.You can also try for intracavernosal imjecioyafter discussing with your urologist.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Suggest medications for chronic pancreatitis
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my father is diagnosis from acute on chronic calcification pancreatities.. he has been taking creon 25000 and selvit cp recomended by doctors of asian institue of gastroentrology hydrabad. As this selvit cp is not available in ranchi.. what we can give him inplace of dat in emergency as he is starting feeling pain after having any light meal..
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Hello dear,my name is dr,Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.Chronic pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas that impairs the body’s ability to digest food and regulate blood sugar. Medication consist in:-artificial digestive enzymes if your enzyme levels are too low to digest food normallysuch as creon-pain medication such as tylenol-insulin in case of diabetes-selvit or another multivitamin with antioxidant propertiesYou should consult a gastrohepatologyst if he doesnt get better.Hope my answer was helpful,if you have any other question I will be glad to answer,thanks!
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Suggest remedy for scabs due to flies bite
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I have been bitten by yellow flies while caring for numerous rabbits near Panama ity, FL. It looks like my flesh has been eaten inside above right ankle. The other bites are very deep with scabs and infection is coming out terribly. I do not have insurance and am unemployed this is why I do not seek medical care. I have type II diabetes also.
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Hello dear,Thank you for your contact to health care magic.I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.Some wild flies can bite you such terribly.As you are diabetic this wound probably is infected.I understand that you don't have money. You can go for the Grams staining, culture and sensitivity from the wound discharge.This can guide us for possible treatment. Once the antibiotics is taken accordingly than you can be recovers from the infections at earliest.Please take good care of wound hygiene as it is equally important in treating the infection. Please do regular cleaning and dressing for the wound. Betadine and dettol can be used for the dressing and polysporin used as anti biotic ointment.Please make a good habit of hand washing this will prevent future infection as well as treat the present one earliest.Avoid further injury to get rapid recovery.I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.Thank you,Dr Arun TankInfectious diseases specialist,HCM.
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What would be the survival rate of a dementia patient?
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My family has been told that my mom has dementia and she's only 65 yrs old. She very heavy and did not control her diabetes level, thyroid , and blood pressure. She has being hospitalized and treated for six/seven weeks now and all diseases are now under controlled at a descent levels besides her mind is very much stuck 30-35 years ago. Plus she doesn't walk and get around well. So, my question is; in your opinion; what do you feel would be her survival rate?
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Hello,Thanks for choosing health care magic for posting your query.I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through.the survival of dementia patients depends on the stage of illness. ones severe dementia sets in, the survival period is anywhere between 3-8 years.Hope I am able to answer your concerns.If you have any further query, I would be glad to help you.In future if you wish to contact me directly, you can use the below mentioned link:bit.ly/dr-srikanth-reddy
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What could be the cause for increase in blood pressure during nighttime?
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I take benzapril 10-20 mg. My blood pressure rises at night when I lay down. I’ve been doing this for almost a year. About 2 1/2 months ago I started having pain in knees, legs and ankles. Some swelling in right foot. However cutting down on salt consumption has stopped the swelling. I still have leg pain and the worst is at night when I go to bed. The most pain is in the back of the leg behind the knees. I’ve had blood work for kidneys and diabetes and liver. Also an ultra sound for liver. All good.
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Hello, During a nightmare, an increase of blood pressure occurs due to anxiety, nervousness, sleep disorders, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, etc. However, you are suggested to get thoroughly examined. Get blood & Imaging tests done. Your treatment will depend upon the pathology detected. Cut on alcohol, smoking, addictions if any. Certain medications may also cause an increase in blood pressure. Get nightmares, depressions, PTSD, heart diseases, sleep deprivation & obesity be treated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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What causes pain behind the knee?
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My good friend has been down since yesterday with pain in the muscle behind his left knee. He put ice on it thinking it could be a torn muscle, Cannot bend the knee because of major pain behind it. Later today he suddenly lost all feelings in that area and fell on the floor and could not lift himself back up. He has two stints in his arteries, had several previous heart attacks and is taking insulin for diabetes. Can this be connected to a cardio vascular problem or diabetes or both or could this a clogged artery in his leg that causes all that pain. He will be seeing a VA doctor tomorrow, but as a friend I am trying to acquaint with these type of symptoms.
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Hello!You must see Your friend and consider several symptoms:is 1. calf hot/red+swolen or 2. white/coldIf theres one of symptom group, You must go to emergency ward!
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How to treat hemangioma liver?
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hi ,i have type 1 diabetes and an auto immune doctor leaning to psoriatic arthirits.will not put me on immune suppressants , o haveliver enzym AP LEVEL 314 .but i also have hemangioma liver.my diabetes is well controlled at 5.8 3 month blood w0rk .but doctors insist on livert byopsy.
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Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.Hemagioma should be treated if it is larger than 10cm or there are symptoms present. Otherwise, it should not be surgically removed since there is no risk of complications. YOur high ALP may be caused by hemagioma if it presses biliary duct but also some other causes of obstuction should be ruled out with ct scan or biligraphy.I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time.Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.DR. Ivan Rommstein
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What causes orange semen while having type 2 diabetes?
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i am a type 11 diabetic who has just completed 6 months treatment for hep c with inteferon and ribavrin.the treatment has been successful.my diabetes is controlled by diet and 2x 200mg metformin morning and night. my sex drive has been non existent now for 14 months with poor erectile function. i noticed this morning that after ejeculating my semen was orange in colour and i am quite worried about this.,should i see my gp or is this likely to be from lack of sexual activity?
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thankyou for your queryGet your semen tested for occult blood.This might be physiological due to long abstinence from sexual intercourse, but is the symptoms persists then you have to seek urologist advice.God Bless
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Raised reddish rash on the lower leg. Infected ingrown hair?
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I am 46 female and I have a sore on the front of my lower leg that is raised with a red ring around it and it hurts as well. It also has like a scab in the middle. I pulled a hair out of it because I thought it could be an infected in grown hair. The hair was stuck in there but it didnt seem to help any. Im just worried cause it doesn t look any better. Any ideas?
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Hi, Welcome to HCM, It seems that you have got infection with cellulitis on left lower leg. Consult your doctor and get examined. With antibiotic you will be alright. Rule out Diabetes. Ok and bye.
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Suggest treatment for memory loss,difficultly in opening the mouth and inactiveness
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My mother has 71 years now and has developed Parkinsons before 4 years. Started with an involantary lip/mouth movement without any movement disorder and started taking 4 syndopa. Now she is taking 4 syndopa+ and 1.5 Pacitane daily. But most of time she is inactive and cant able to walk and many times she sits closing her eyes and sometimes she has no proper memory. Many times she urinates in chair and agitates to take food. She cant properly open her mouth and not even hear(or not pay attentiion) and respond to our requests. Sir, I am totally confused and I suspect that this may be a mis diagnosis of Parkinsons because of memory problem and not (sometimes) responding to Syndopa. I request you an expert advice regarding this
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hello... welcome to health care magic... as after reviewing your mother's case, there is need to perform MRI BRAIN to rule out any history of cerebrovascular stroke- ischaemia / infarction to brain . 2nd differential diagnosis , it may be dementia - cerebral cortical atrophic changes that can also be seem in MRI BRAIN. First, I would like to know if your mother has comorbid hypertension or diabetes, as in presence of this , possibility of 2 differential diagnosis increases much. If there is presence of infarction than need to add anticoagulant like aspirin, clopidogrel & cognitive enhancers like piracetam / citicholine . If there is advance dementia than need to add rivastigmine / donepezil to preserve acetyl choline reserve for memory. kindly do brain imaging & follow afterwards advice. I am sure it would be helpful to get better from current clinical condition. see you. bye...
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What is the chest pain in spite of normal EKG and cardiac enzymes?
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My mother is a 77 y/o women with diabetes and CAD. Several weeks ago a full cardiac work up was done due to chest pains and irregular heart beat. An implantable debrillator was placed on 4/15. Discharged from the hospital on 4/17/11. Saw the MD and cardiologist on 5/2 and they said everything is fine. On 5/3 started having chest pains went to the emergency room and was admitted. What would can be causing chest pains if your cardiac enzymes and EKG are normal?
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hello, Sometimes, these things can be normal and still it can be cardiac pain, especially if it is occurring on exertion and relieving on rest. So if it like this, she should have one echo and stress thallium test, in order to be more sure. Also, I need to know more about the symptoms, like precipitating factors, factors that increases pain etc. Mostly it's a gastritis and reflux disease. Do you upper abdominal pain, nausea, bloating, burping, increase in pain on food, sour water feeling in throat or chest burning, if yes it further supports the diagnosis. You should avoid fatty, oily and high calorie diet. Have some walk after having food instead of taking rest. Have multiple small meals instead of heavy meals. Have regular sleep habits and avoid stress. Lots of green leafy vegetables, fruits. Avoid smoking and alcohol if any. You can get prescribed tab Pan DSR 40 mg beforebreakfast once a day for 2 weeks. Secondly does this pain increases on applying pressure over the area, if yes it could be costochondritis and it's a musculoskeletal type of pain and needs prolonged nsaid therapy. Does this pain increases on deep breathing and coughing etc. if yes it a pain arising from lining of lungs and needs nsaids treatment and evaluation.
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Suggest treatment for calcified ribcage
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My brother was originally diagnosed with a possible heart condition, but was, afetr tests, diagnosed with a calclfied ribcage. He gets weak very quickly and cant even stand for long. He is 53 years old with dietry diabetes. Can you tell me what causes the calcification and possible remedies?
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.Most common causes of rib calcification are : 1. Age-related 2. Adolescent hyperthyroidism 3. Advanced bone maturation by toxic hormone 4. Exposure to corticoids5. Adrenogenital syndrome6. PorphyriaTreatment will be according to disease. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards, Dr. Chandra Shekhar
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What causes pain in head surrounding ear?
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I am 42 female 5'4" I weigh about 195lbs. I have a history of chronic bronchitis. I quit smoking about 7 yrs ago. I have a family history of Stoke, Cardiac arrest, Heart disease and Diabetes although I don not have any signs of these dieases myself. I have noticed a couple of small varicose veins located behind my Left ear. Ever since I have seen them I have been experiencing superficial pain in the head surrounding the ear. I have also had an increase in dandruff. Should this be cause for alarm?
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hai,having all that history in the background,regarding stroke,diabetes & so on,please try to change your lifestyle.this veins can be due to the dilated veins around the ear due to many reasons.or u can be suffering from migrane too,or any local mastoid infection,trigeminall neuralgiaplease meet an ent surgeon & neurophysician to get evaluated for the same.dandruff problem can be solved with the dermatologist.please get ur sugar levels & cholesterol levels checkedtake care
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Is it possible to control passing stools 3 times a day after gall bladder removal?
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I am 65 year old male with hypertension and type 2 diabetes - both under control . My gallbladder was removed 6 years ago due to gall stone. Now i am passing motion motion 2 to 3 times after breakfast every day .Stool is semisolid. Is it possible to control this problem on diet or I have to consult a doctor
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Hi thanks for contacting HCM....You are passing stool two to three times a day ....And stool is semisolid ....So no need for much worry....Here it might be because you are taking fatty foods and no bile reservoir that is gall bladder present....So here first dietary modification done first....Take low fat diet....Heavy fatty meal avoided....Just now no drug needed....If stool frequency increases or severe diarrhea there then consult gastroenterologist.....Take care.
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What causes stiff tongue while talking with diabetes and high BP?
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hi, my mother started facing problem while talking.Earlier there was no problem at all...but from last 3-4 days while speaking her tounge gets stable for1-2 seconds & thus she can t speak clearly.I am bit worried coz don t know what to do??...she is diabetic n BP patient
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Hello,I read carefully your query and understand your concern. The symptoms of your mother can be related to peripheral neuropathy due to diabetes. I suggest to try an anti inflammatory medication such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms. If the symptoms continue, I suggest using a prescription painkiller such as Gabapentin. Hope my answer was helpful.If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician
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Suggest a diet chart and exercises to keep diabetes under control
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I have been receiving treatment for an elevated A1c 2 years ago I was at 7.9. In the past 2 years I am still at a 7.7, it has been as low as 7.1. I am currently taking 1000mg of Metformin twice a day and 30 mg of Actose once a day and have been recently prescribed 100mg of Invokana. I am tired of all this and want to stop all medications and try my own exercise and diet program. Any Advice?
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hi bro according to your medication and blood test it is very much diabetes is controlled. I think if you are doing work out heavily under some good trainer then you can reduce your medicine after doctor consultation.good luck.
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Irregular BP, cold limbs, low oxygen level, nausea, dizziness after stone removal. Reason?
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hi doctor iam a male of 42 years of age ai had last week a stone removal by eswl the stone was 6mm and it has oassed out with urine ,but since it oassed i have irregular blood pressure 136/96 ,cold hands and feet.low oxygene level nausea and diziniess could you explain me plz and if you kindly answer me for free it my first trial
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Hi, thanks for writing to HCM.Though there is a possible risk of developing Diabetes and Hypertension in the long run in people who undergo ESWL, there is no documentary evidence to say that develop within a week of ESWL.So, I think that your symptoms are unrelated to ESWL. I suggest you to consult a General physician for a detailed evaluation and further management.Hope this information is helpful. Good day
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How can osteomyelitis be prevented while suffering from diabetes?
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hello i have had osteomyelitis in my humerus about 5 years ago I was treated with surgery to remove dead bone and given IV vancomycin along with abx beads to affected area in bones I am now 49 I hover around with prediabetic to diabetic type 2 thank you how common is to come back thank you
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Hello,Osteomyelitis is common in diabetics but also occurs in other. It may occur from infection from overlying skin or any distant infective focus.So recurrence cannot be predicted, it may or may not happen again. Just take care of sugar level and any infection.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Varinder Joshi
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What could cause itching on the legs?
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Hi itching like mad. Started about ten days ago on legs, now on arms. I'm 41, diabetic, started metformin about 6 weeks ago. No one else in family suffering. Not changed any lotions or laundry products etc. itching so hard causing underlying rash. Driving me mad
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Hi,Itching among diabetics is very common complain.Take antihistamine like cetrizine or Benadryl as and when required.If body skin is dry, apply Vaseline or branded moisturizing lotion.Keep diabetes under control.Ok and take care.
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What could sudden dizziness, feeling of blacking out, vomiting and cold sweat?
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What causes some one to get all dizzy, and everything goes black, they feel as if they are going to vomit, they get all hot and lay on the ground and then after it all happens they break out in a cold sweat? is this blacking out or fainting?Read more: What causes some one to get all dizzy, and everything goes black, they feel as if they are going to vomit, they get all hot and lay on the ground and then after it all happens they break out in a cold sweat? is this blacking out or fainting? | Answerbag WWW.WWWW.WW
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Hi, Thanks for your question. After going through your question, there is likely possibility of syncope. Sudden black out and fainting is a part of syncope. There are different causes for it - 1) Postural hypotension : fall in blood pressure on standing may cause similar symptoms. It may be due to medicine for blood pressure or due to autonomic neuropathy. 2) Cardiac arrhythmia : Abnormal electrical activity of heart. It may be due to heart disease electrolyte abnormalities, Degenerative changes in conduction system of heart. 3) TIA (Transient Ischemic Attack) : Transient decreases in blood supply to brain due to occlusion in blood vessels may cause similar complaints. 4) Hypoglycemia : (low blood sugar) this is possible in patient with diabetes on treatment. In such cases, There may be need for - 1) Detailed clinical Examination. 2) ECG, electrophysiological study of heart, Holter's monitoring, 2DEcho of heart. 3) Blood tests : Complete blood count, kidney and liver function tests, serum calcium, magnesium. 4) Brain imaging with angiography. Hope this helps you, if so do vote.
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What causes short breath, high heart rate and swollen legs inspite of being on medications?
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Hi, Dr. Grief. Lately, whenever I walk a short distance I become short of breath, my heart start heart racing, my arms and legs feel swollen with fluid like I have on a blood pressure cup. What s wrong with me? Brief History: I am a 44 black female with diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol. I am on an insulin pump. Since starting the insulin pump I have notice my body retains fluids and I swells. Feb. 19, 2014 my Endo diagnosed me with High Blood Pressure. She started me on Metoprolol 25MG, Losartan 50mg, and vitamin D. She stated once my pressure is down my cholesterol will come down. After taking the losartan I had an allergic reaction to it and they increased the Metoprolol to 75 MG one 25mg at night and 50MG in the Am. She put me on hydrochlorothiazide 25gmg daily.....my blood pressure is still 154/96 heart rate 98.......What s wrong with me,,,,,,I am taking the meds. Why is my blood pressure still high? How come when I walk a few steps I am short of breath and my arms and feet feels like a blood pressure pump is on me? I am not understanding what s going on with my body.
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that is dyspnoea on exertion and feet swelling may be due to heart problem once u check with ur physician and if u have malignant hypertension then also bp can't be controlled check for renal pathology
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Is the live52 Ds Himalaya herbal tablet effective in treating diabetes?
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I am a Diabetic last 12 years and on Metformine sr 500 bd with Glipizide completing 75. HBa1c is raised ton8.00 sept 2014 report. Recently I have started taking 1 piece of ladies finger veg. okra.fasting and post lower down. Can I take live 52 Ds Himalaya herbal tablet along with above medicines as my digestion system is not proper having mucous and often gets loose motions followed by foul smell.suggest.
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dear friend, liv 52 ds is herbal product having hepatoprotective properties against chemically-induced hepatotoxicity. it is good for liver health, increases appetite and improves health of digestive system. so you can take it simultaneously with your medicines for diabetes. there is no problem. you said that you having complain of mucous and loose motion, in this you can use 'diarex' tablet which is also a product of himalaya helpful in acute and chronic diarrhea,and as an adjuvant to the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).hope this answer will be helpful to you.for more queries plz don't hassitate to ask.get well soon dear friend
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Suggest treatment for peripheral neuropathy with leg weakness
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HELLO DOCTOR- MY NAME IS ALEJANDRO . I AM 68 YEARS OLD AND HAVE SEVERAL MEDICAL PROBLEMS INCLUDING EDS. I AM A VIET NAM VET AND SERVED IN KOREA 1968 TO 69. WHILE THERE WITH USARMY ENGINEERS, I WITH OTHERS WERE IN WATER AND CONTAMINATED RICE PADDIES WITH WHAT I NOW KNOW AS AGENT ORANGE . WHEN I REACHED 40, I FOUND OUT I HAD TYPE II DIABETES, HIGH BLOOD PREASURE, CATARACTS, PERYPHERAL NEORAPATHY, QUADRUPLE BI-PASS IN 2003, AND EDS SINCE THEN. THE VA HAS REJECTED MY CLAIM FOR AGENT ORANGE OR SERVICE CONNECTED. I HAVE NEVER SMOKED IN MY LIFE, NEVER TRIED ANY ILLEGAL DRUG, NEVER HAD MORE THAN 2 BEERS A MONTH, AND ALWAYS STAYED IN SHAPE BY JOGGIN, WALKING, PUSH UPS AND SITUPS UNTILL 2003 I HAD THE CHEST PAIN ON THE TRACK. I HAVE NEVER BEEN OBEASE, I AM 5 9 AND WEIGH 165 LBS AT THAT TIME. NOW I CAN HARDLY WALK 50 FEET. I GET EXHAUSTED AND THE FEET HURT . THE VA WILL not ACCEPT THAT IT WAS THE AGENT ORANGE WHERE MY AILMENTS BEGAN. CHECK OUT AGENTORANGEKOREA.COM SO YOU CAN SEE WHAT MANY US MILITARY VETERANS MY AGE ARE GOING THROUGH. YOUR HELP WILL REALLY HELP US VETS. THANK YOU VERY MUCH. AM
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Thanks for query, Peripheral neuropathy due to various causes can be managed accordingly.Your neuropathy with leg weakness is due to long standing diabetes.I advise you to vigorous control of blood sugar in close follow up with endocrinologist.Kindly go for following tests 1. NCV both lower limbs 2. B/L VPT lower limbs 3. EMG 4. Colour doppler both lower limbs. Kindly get your eye check up for r/o diabetic retinopathy. Treatment -Tab Pregabalin 75 mg 1 hs . Best wishes
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Suggest treatment for weakness and body pain
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my daughter is 19 years old over the past year she has developed symptoms that are concerning to me. she is always tired, has body pain and weakness. No matter how much or little sleep she gets it never changes. What type of doctor would you recommend she see? She has been diagnosed with PODS syndrome and alopecia areata.
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Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have weakness and body pain. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral syndrome , hypothyroidism , sleep deprivation , diabetes , dehydration or anemia. I would suggest you to consult general practitioner for proper examination . Doctor may order certain test like blood test , urine test , check vitals and take history . Doctor may prescribe iron supplement along with order sleep study . Doctor may also refer you to endocrinologist for thyroid problem or diabetes . Also consult cardiologist for PODS syndrome.Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What does yellowish brown ejaculated semen imply?
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Me and my boyfriend were having intercourse when it came time to ejaculate it was a yellowish brownish substance... but he s been complaining about his diabetes and not taking his meds like he should! And sometimes he want even get stiff and his eyes are very yellowish and brownish as well!! Is him not treating his diabetes properly the cause of these things?
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Thanks for asking in healthcaremagic forum Usually colour of the semen is greyish white. If there is any change in colour. Please go for semen analysis to rule out infection. All the best.
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How can depression and anxiety along with severe fatigue be treated?
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please compare lexapro, prozac, wellbutrin, & celexa. I have taken these at different times in my life. I have taken wellbutrin most recently. What is recommended ...I am female, 65 in june. I feel like i have less energy, and eat more w/ wellbutrin. I go to a new Dr. tomorrow in Round Rock because I had to change insurance this year and Lonestar Circle of Care will take new insurance. Thank you, Martha
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your concern regarding comparison of Lexapro, Prozac, Wellbutrin, Celexa. All the drugs almost have similar efficacy in their mechanism of action but there are differences in preference in patient point of view like. Lexapro is generally preferred when there are other issues like hypertension, Diabetes etc as this has minimal interactions with other drugs. Prozac is mostly preferred in adolescent depression as it is highly alerting drug among all, initial anxiety might be a concern with Prozac. Wellbutrin is little less efficacious than other drugs but it mainly increases the pleasure and has additional properties that it can be added to other drugs as augmenting agent, so of you are not feeling better with any other single drug, Wellbutrin can be added(under supervision of your Psychiatrist). Tablet Celexa is not preferable generally as it has effects related to cardiac system. And regarding fatigue person suffering from severe depression and/or depression generally has dull mood, lack of energy which makes a person feel easily fatigue. And additionally has low appetite and digestion capacity, absorption capacity, utilization of absorbed materials will also be very low which ultimately causes fatigue. So, adequate treatment of underlying conditions like depression, anxiety might make you reduce your fatigue. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Will surgery help the chronic pancreatis?
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I have been diagnosed with gall stones and chronic pancritis. I am 85 and do not have pain,but they suggest that I have surgery to remove the stones. I also have Diabetes (no meds) just diet and exercise to keep the blood sugar down. It is fine. Will the surgery help the chronic pancritis? That worries me more than the stones. I have a small cyst on the Pancreas which they say is benign.
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Hi, I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.You see, chronic pancreatitis is characterised by calcification of the pancreas, hence the stones.It often destroys the insulin secreting apparatus and hence often worsens the blood glucose control mechanism . There are many operations like Puestow's operation , distal pancreatectomy , Whipple's operation depending on the portion of the pancreas affected. Surgeries definitely help in chronic pancreatitis.The cyst in the pancreas is probably a sequale to the acute pancreatitis which you had initially. Do not worry about that.Do not worry.I would suggest you to visit a gastro-surgeon. He/she can examine you and correlate clinically and guide on the management options.Hope this answers your question. If you have additional questions or follow up questions then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your questions. Wishing you good health.
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What causes low eosinophils count in blood test results?
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My blood test showed absolute eosinophils of 4. I have diabetes and chronic inflammation (arthritis) always. What could cause such a low number? My A1C is always about 5.8 or so, tested every 3 months so I'm pretty sure it's not my diabetes. But could my arthritis be a result of that?
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Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Low eosinophil count may be due to steroids treatment. However low eosinophil count is mot a cause of concern no need to worry about that. Just be relaxed. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health. Don't forget to click thank you.
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Having Hepatitis C, diabetes, high BP. Having soreness, discomfort in the lower left abdomen. Reason?
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I have Hep C,Type II Diabetes and HiBldPres. I am 66 yrs old. I am under doctor's care. I have been experiencing discomfort on my left side about 3-4" from my belly button. I started feeling "soreness" in the area about a month ago. I am now feeling annoying discomfort. My middle area is extending which I believe is from my Hep C, ascites(sic) as well. I feel discomfort when I walk and sit. I don't feel discomfort when I lie down. I believe that I should see my doctor (duh) but I am hoping not to. I will see her on 7/2 for my Diabetes, prescription renewal and 3 month glucose testing. Teri
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Hello,You're an elderly person with Diabetes, hypertension and hepatitis C.The abdominal discomfort may be from Hepatitis C.But in long standing Diabetes patients develop a complication called Diabetic Gastroparesis in which there may be a similar complaints.Consult you doctor for more information and help.
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What causes vomiting in a diabetic while on Metronidazole and Cipro?
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My daughter is on Cipro for a severe intestinal bacterial infection. Also on Metronidazole for infection and takes Metformin for diabetes. Started Cipro and Met. last Wed. and is to be on it for 10 days. Last night vomited aprox. 5 hours after dinner. Could it be the meds?
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HelloI have gone through your question.I can understand your concern.Antibiotics are medicines that can cause nausea or vomiting.So,i can say that Metronidasole and Cipro could be potential causes of her symptom.At the other side,nausea, vomiting and diarrhea are some of the most common side effects people have when they first start taking metformin.We can exclude metformine ,if this is not the first time that your daughter take this drug.My advice for you is:Call the doctor who prescribed the medicine to your daughter,to find out whether you should stop taking it or take a different one.Hope this information is helpful.If you have otehr doubts,feel free and ask.Best regards.
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Suggest treatment for pain in testicle,burning while urinating and trouble in erection
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I have nocturnal enuresis, I was diagnosed with overactive bladder a few years ago and my resent urinalysis showed blood.im 30 and male. I have pain that starts with the tube coming fr om my testicles and then it works it s way around my lower abdomen. The tip of my penis burns and is red when I pee after ejaculation. Then it hurts when I hold in my urine and when I finally make it to the bathroom it feels as though I am peeing through a straw. I have also been having troubles keeping an erection. Please help The doctors have gone to can t find anything wrong. I have started wearing protection after a few incidents one in particular where Iwas sitting on the couch watching TV and iI got up to get and drink and my pants were soaked and I have no recollection of wetting myself I was wide awake.
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HelloI share your concern This could be related to UTI ( urine infection) or passage of concentrated urine or epididymorchitisI would like further information to help you better likeYour age and relevant medical history like diabetes or kidney diseaseSince how long you have this problem?In my opinion you should get your urine test for culture and sensitivity test and color doppler of the testisfor erection trouble, there are medicines available for erectile dysfunction, you need not to worry you can ask your doctor for sildenafil group of drugsIn my opinion you need not to worry,this is not a serious problemIf it gets even thinner or lumpy than it could be urethral discharge You should consult your doctor for seven analysis or urine culture to rule out the possibility of UTIHave plenty of fluids maintain good hygieneMultivitamin and food supplements to boost your heath and vitalityPlease revert back to me with details ,I will definitely help you out in best possible way.Thanks and regards
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What is the treatment for cough?
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my x ray shows patchy inhomogenous opacities in right lower zone and prominent bronchovascular markings bilatarelly. I have cough for the past 2 months and have been on antibiotic treatment.iam 51yrs old male,diabetic, taking B.p. and cholestrol medications.
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. Upper lobe infiltrate on chest x ray is commonly seen in tuberculosis. And you are having chronic cough, not improving with routine antibiotics, so possibility of tuberculosis is high in your case. Diabetes is also a risk factor for tuberculosis because diabetes can cause immunosuppression. So better to get done sputum examination for AFB (acid fast bacilli-bacteria causing tuberculosis). You may require six to eight months of anti tb treatment. So consult doctor and discuss all these. First rule out tuberculosis in your case. Hope I have solved your query. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Diabetic patient can take ovulac tablets?
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hi sir gud ming in 1 half month before i have take abersion tablets that time 2 till i have bleeding till now after 1 week before i meet a doctor and doctor precribed me the tablets of ovuloc and one think am the suger pacient.to take this tablets is there any side effect pls tell sir
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Hello, Ovuloc can be used in diabetes but only monitoring by your doctor because it increases blood sugar and have many side effects like increasing risk of stroke hypertension osteoporosis etc. Monitor your blood sugar levels. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Blerina Pasho, General & Family Physician
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What causes hair loss and can it be cured?
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Hi doctor,I'm having frequent hair loss and my hair has lost its color and started thinning since 2 years , moreover i'm having diabetes and i masturbate daily. Do the above mentioned problem persists because of diabetes or masturbation.Can it be cured.Will my hair regain its natural health and strength?
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Hi,Welcome to HCM...You seem to have androgenetic alopecia. It is also called male pattern baldness. The disease is testosterone influenced inherited disease. There may be history of similar disease in your father or members of maternal or paternal side.Diabetes does not influence hairloss,but let it be controlled.And masturbation does not affect hair. However, it may be done in limit. You consult dermatologist for firm diagnosis.Still, I would like to give you few suggestions regarding management of your disease as follow..- take finesteride 1 mg tab daily in morning as you are taking- take biotin 10 mg daily at night- take vitamin E cap 400 mg- apply minoxidil 10% solution twice a day- cleanse the scalp with ketoconazole shampoo- continue treatment for few months to few years- have patience for the good resultI hope this would help you in managing your disease.Thanks.Dr. Ilyas Patel MD
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What causes unusual thick discharges during urination?
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My 3 year old daughter has what looks like little pea sized doughie substance which is at the bottom off the toilet when she goes #1. Hardly noticeable. It s happened a few times now only when she urines. Someone told me that she might have diabetes and to get her urine tested. Got the container, so I m doing that tomorrow since the doctor couldn t see us today. Was told not to worry to much, but it s my kid and that s what I do. Please let me know your thoughts on the matter. Thanks.
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Hello,It could be a urinary tract infection. You can go for culture study of the discharge. Nothing much to worry as most of the cases respond well to antibiotics.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Suggest cause & remedy for heart mumor & chest pain in diabetic patients
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HELLOW MY NAME IS KAREN AND IM A TYPE 1 DIABETE AND WITH THYROID DISEASE. I HAVE HEART MUMOR. SOMETIMES I WILL LAUGH AND I GET A SHARP PAIN IN MY CHEST LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE.IT ONLY LAST ABOUT 14 SECONDS. BUT IT BOTHERS ME WHEN I HAVE THEM.CAN YOU HELP ME A LITTLE PLEASE. HAD DIABETES ABOUT 40 YEARS 4 SHOTS A DAY. I JUST TURN 47. THANK YOU.
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. You are at risk of heart diseases because of diabetes and heart murmur. So better to consult first consult cardiologist and get done 1. Blood pressure monitoring 2. Ecg 3. 2d echo 4. Holter monitoring (24 hours continuous recording of ecg). 5. Stress test (trade mill test). All these tests are needed two rule out heart diseases. So better to first diagnose yourself and then start appropriate treatment. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Does heart attack may be the reason for heart and chest pain?
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Everytime i cough my heart hurts. its not my chest it feels like its just my heart. also for the last month or so my chest has been hurting with pains in my left arm and through my shoulder blade. i am only a 28 yr old female. could i maybe be have a heart attack
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Hi, Thanks for your question. After going through your question, I can understand your concern. Left side chest pain radiating to left shoulder and arm (as in your case, it was present in last month) is most likely related to heart. Chest pain associated with deep breathing or cough may be related to respiratory system. In your case you need evaluation for heart disease. Though you are of 28 years, presence of diabetes,Blood or cholesterol problem or family history of heart disease increases the possibility of heart disease.I will advise you to consult your physician for detailed clinical Examination. Following investigation may help on making appropriate diagnosis and treatment - 1) ECG 2) 2DEcho. 3) Lipid profile. 4) Chest xray. 5) Complete blood count. Hope this helps you, if so do vote as helpful.
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Have occlusion in carotid. Had stroke. All test done. Isn t there any cure for this?
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I recently had a Stroke september 13 2012. The drs said it was a stroke not TIA. Since my stroke they have tested me with tee and they say its all normal. In nov 2012 they did an MRA of my neck brain and heart found, my right carotid has a frank occlusion and are telling me there is nothing anyone can do. I can lib=ve like this????They say no one has attempted to repair a collapsed artery only blocked. They also say it had nothing to do with my stroke. I’m very confused. Robert Baba
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Prevention is better than cure.Try to control your risk factors like lipids,diabetes,hypertensionetc if any.I need your detailed history to comment upon.your age,Family History,Personal History,etc. copy of your reports.........Presently you are advised to go for aggressive medical management
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Can Ultram or Cyclobenzaprine which has not been used for a long time be used for intense back spasms now?
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HI I am having intense back spasms and haven't used my prescription on ultram or cyclobenzaprine for a couple of months. Now that I have been taking zoloft 25mg for a month, can I still use either one of these for back spasms and muscle tension. Thanks for any advice. Christian
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Hello,It is not advisable to use the prescription which is given before a month ie. Old prescription.Because the cause for your back pain need further evaluation by physician to find the correct diagnosis.I do not recommend my patients to use medicines on their own without any medical advice.In addition you may land in unwanted side effects and interactions.Some tablets may increase the risk of preexisting diseases like hypertension, diabetes.Thus always consult your treating physician before taking any drugs. Hope this helps.Please write back for further queries.Wishing you good health.
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What causes frequent urination and nose bleeds while suffering from hypertension and diabetes?
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Im stage 3 hypertension, diabetic. My problem is I cant sleep at night. I'm up every 60 to 90 minutes to urinate. I have this problem all day long too. The urge to urinate comes on real fast and I'd better be near a bathroom or else. Also lately I've had problems with nose bleeds . I'll be standing there or even asleep and the blood will just start running. Sometimes I can stop it quickly sometimes not.
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Frequent urination may be due to high glucose levels or the presence of any urinary infection. You need to keep your blood sugar and blood pressure under control. Bleeding may be caused by high blood pressure or low platelet level. A urine culture and whole blood count are needed. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Can motor control be regained in a paralyzed hand which has touch sensations?
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My brother suffered a stroke during surgery resulting in complete paralysis of the left arm among other complications, but has some touch sensations remaining in the hand. It s been 3 weeks since the stroke. Can motor control be regained once complete paralysis is present?
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Hello,Recovery post stroke depends on many factors likeArea of brain damageHow much big is the damagelevel of spasticityage of patientpresence of diabetes or any other diseaseSince your brother have sensations with physiotherapy rehabilitation and assistive devices it is possible to achieve at least 60℅ of activities.He can regain most of the movements at shoulder,elbow and wrist but control on fingers will take long time comparatively.Also if he takes active participation in the rehab with strictly following the home protocol the faster recovery he will achieveHope this helps you and for any further assistance feel free to write backthank you
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Suggest treatment for sperm discharge with urine
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I am 35 and unmarried. probably in next 3-4 months I will marry but for last one year I get sperm in urine and some time without urinate, it comes out. I am very much worried about my sexual life because I never had physical relation with any girl. please help me out with some home remedies. thanks.
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Hi, It can due to urinary tract infection, diabetes, retrograde ejaculation and prostate infection. you can conform by taking urine complete test. Based on the diagnosis only the treatment can be given.Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. S. R. Raveendran, Sexologist
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Can stable angina be cured by medication?
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Hi, I am diagnosed with stable angina. The doctor prescribed me Vastarel MR and Concor 2,5, I wish to know if this is the correct medication I need? The doctor also talked about a possible surgery. I feel that this a little bit too drastic. Can the prblem be fixed/stabilized only with medication ? I am a male, 70 years old, in perfect physical conditions. Many thanks.
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. No need for surgery at present. You should first take anti angina drugs and see for results. If you are controlled with drugs, no need for surgery. Surgery is needed only in resistant cases where drugs are not giving symptomatic relief. You are taking correct drugs for angina. So continue them. You will mostly improve with drugs only. Along with anti angina drugs you should follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid heavy exertion. Start light exercise. 2. Strict control of blood pressure if you are hypertensive. 3. Strict control of diabetes if you are diabetic. 4. Avoid oil, fat and salt from food. Don't worry, you will be alright with drugs only, surgery is not needed in your case. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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Blood in sputum, headache. Using inhaler and allergy medication. What is the treatment?
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Sir, My age 24 female .the Last two years often very small amount blood comes through the sputum in the morning not regluarly. i did check ups 2 or three times.they says that it may be due to some cold seasons. .before 2months ago i had cough and small breathing problem i took medicines and i used inhaler also.that problem also cured.In the past two weeks i had a horrible head ache on the left side only. with that all part of left side upto neck is painful. left mouth left eye,left head,left nose.when that starts it will last for almost 6-8 hrs. i consult an ENT docotr.He says it may be due to some allergic resons and i took medicines too.On yesterday evening i had head ache and blooded sputum coming through the mouth 7times and a small amount of blood coming through nose too once.what should i do?
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Hello sachu , From the description of your disease it appears that blood was coming not from your lung , but from the back of your nose or the sinuses. During sleep this blood would be collected in throat and coughed out on waking up. Probably you are having bacterial or fungal infection of the sinuses ( paranasal sinuses) on left side. it is causing pain on left eye, nose , forehead. You will require treatment with antibiotics and nasal drops that will help open up the sinus openings. The disease can be confirmed by proper examination of nasal cavity , by xray of sinuses , or by nasal endoscopy. Sometimes CT scan of sinuses will be required. You will require treatment fro an ENT surgeon. Sometimes minor surgical procedure may be required to remove pus from sinuses. Also investigate for risk factors like diabetes
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Suggest treatment for discomfort below solar plexus
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Hi I recently has blood test and for the most part all was within normal range except ALT which is 64. I have noticed some discomfort below solar plexus and am feeling lower back pain. I have historically drank lite beer rather in abundance but recently stopped cold turkey as a result of this test result. I have an appointment after the new year. Should I be over concerned or let things go till after the new year? I also have been taking B12.
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Hello, Dear pain at the solar plexus may be due to: 1.anxiety. 2.Acid reflux due to alcohol. 3.Pulled muscle. 4.Trauma. 5.diabetes. 6.pancreatitis. 7.Hepatitis etc. Until examination is done it is difficult to say what it is. Avoid spicy food and alcohol. Use tablet Pantoprazole before breakfast for one week. If symptoms not improved please consult your gastroentrologist he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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PCOD, irregular periods. Want to have a baby. Advise ?
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My name is AAAAAA Age (24), Weight 63, height 5.0 and My Hubby name is AAAAAA, Age (27), his weight is 60, hight 5.5. Marriage - 4 years. His health condition is normal. NO baby for me. My health problem is PCO . irregular periods (more than 2 - 3 months). I want baby. I want clear my irregular periods. I like childrens but i can nt. Please any tips for my health
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Hi, Tips for your health 1. Avoid oily, spicy food. 2. Eat plenty of green leafy vegetables. 3. Do at least 30min. of sweat inducing exercise daily (Walking/Running/Skipping/swimming) Above 3 things will help reduce your weight. Even if your weight is not reduced much, these will help in making periods regular, also help in avoiding diabetes (PCO women are at high risk for diabetes). Regarding infertility problem, you are having irregular periods & mostly not making eggs monthly(anovulation), for which you can try ovulation induction with simple tablets in consultation with your doctor if your tubes are OK & husband's semen analysis is fine. This advice should help you getting pregnant fast.
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Should a Hep C suffering person should not go out to sun?
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Hi I have Hep-C.I m a combat nam vet,64,+ known about the hep since 92. For last 15 years 2 DR s have refused too treat me based on there oppinions rather than reality. Now thers a new Drug for cure.FDA approved.Yet Dr? wont let me join FREE PIll Program..15years I can t be in Sun ,Go fishing etc.because 2 woman say so ???
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Welcome at HCM I have gone through your query and being your physician I completely understand your health concerns.... What is ur age? Do u HV any other co morbidities like diabetes or hypertension? As far as hepatitis c is concerned you should get its treatment. You should meet hepatologist so that you can be appropriately managed. Do discuss the new drug name sovaldi for hepatitis c. Its a pill need to taken for at least six months. Meet your doctor . you need to get your FBC LFTs hcv PCR as well as genotyping of HCV.... I don't think there z any contraindication of going in sun with hepatitis c.... Enjoy your life and get well soonRegardsDr saad sultan
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What causes difficulty in speaking after a Ischemic stroke?
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I am 70 years old and in good health. I was diagnosed with an acute infarction left insular cortex as well as left frontal-parietal cortex (Ischemic Stroke) I was admitted to the emergency room difficulty forming a sentence.The speech corrected itself and was sent home with a aspirin.Weight, Blood Pressure, and Cholesterol are all normal Stopped smoking and exercise.I feel that I need to do more. Thank you
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Hirehabilitative exercises should be done.it is normal to feel angry, anxious or depressed after a stroke. Rehabilitation is about getting back to normal life and living as independent a life as possible. It involves taking an active approach to ensure that your life goes on. This can mean learning new skills or relearning old ones. It may involve adapting to new limitations and post-stroke conditionas you would be on all particular medicine so i will talk about rehabilitation here-try to walk dont overexert ,set small goals and try to fullfill thema strict control of blood pressre less then 130/70 is the target, you an go to a speach therapist and a physiotherapist. keep a strict control over blood pressre diabetes,changed due to stroke takes time to recovercognitive enhancers like ginko biloba and nootropil can be tried thank you
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Woke up dizzy last night with dull ache on right side and diarrhoea, cold sweats. Suffering from type two diabetes. What are the signs of appendicitis?
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I had an episode last night . I woke up very dizzy, with a dull ache in my right side. It was accompanied with diarrhea . And cold sweats. The pain is still there. I am a 55 year old woman. With type two diabetes . Moderately controlled. My question is what are the signs of appendicitis? I am also having discomfort in my upper torso.
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Hi Kcheyenne6. Thank you very much for your excellent question. The sign of appendicitis are pain in the right illiac fossa associated with nausea,vomiting and sometimes high rise of temperature there are 60% patients who had history of constipation but some have diarrhea and on clinical examination tenderness on Mcburneys point is almost diagnostic but for definite diagnosis and planning for operation you have to do imaging and sometimes barium xray. Best Wishes
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Suggest treatment for right kidney enlargement
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ct sacan report are enlarged right kidney with heterogenous enhancement multipale ill defined focal hypodence areas with multiple air pockets are seen within the right kidney and pelvicalyceal system suggesting abscesses associated with perinephric abscess extended along the right psoas muscle inferiorly extending into the pelvic f/s/o emphysematous pyelonephritis poor right rencal contrast extending seen hepatomegaly minimal sacites mening and treatment
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Good day and thank you for being with healthcare magic!!!This CT Scan showed a severe life threatening infection of the right kidney. This is usually seen in patients with uncontrolled diabetes mellitus. Treatment is administration of strong antibiotics and if there is no relief then removal of the right kidney and drainage of the abscess (pockets full of pus) so the patient would heal and be rid of infection.
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How can tightening of muscles causing severe pain in the legs at night be treated?
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In the middle of the night, the muscles in my legs tighten up and I can t move them, it s usually in my right leg though. It is extremely painful and it lasts for about 2-3 minutes. The only way to get I to stop is if i run my leg. What s wrong with me? How can i treat and prevent it?
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Due you have Diabetes Mellitus, or lower limb Nuropathy due to Lumbar disc prolapse? In such case the symptoms you are experiencing is nuropathic Parasthesia. Other than getting investigated for Diabetes Mellitis and X Ray of the lumbo-sacral spine, please also get nerve conduction studies of the lower limb. Please do get back to me with the reports, or you may consult a Podiatric Surgeon.
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What causes severe muscle cramps in legs?
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What causes severe muscle cramps...they are getting worse, in my legs, lower and upper, my feet - not just toes - but entire foot cramps into a turned in position. I also have them in my upper arms, when I comb my hair. the most painful cramps are in my upper leg...thigh
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Diabetes , low calcium levels , antidepressants drugs , amyloid lateral sclerosis, spine arthritis can cause those crampsi suggest you start by blood test to eliminate the possibilities one by oneGood Luck
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Are HDL and LDL levels of 0.93 and 3.35 respectively normal?
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Are my cholesterol levels good bad, what do I need to Improve on? My HDL is 0.93 My LDL is 3.35 Weight is 206 pounds Height is 6ft 3 I am a Canadian. How are my levels, are they dangerous, safe, what should I do to fix them. My age is 55
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Hello,the cholesterol targets depend largely on your medical history. If you're healthy (no diabetes, no heart events, no hypertension, etc) then your HDL and LDL are fairly OK. Your HDL would be better if it were higher though.I'll mention a few things you can do to raise it:- quit smoking (if you smoke)- consult your cardiologist for approval and start a mild daily exercise program- avoid saturated fat- prefer olive oil (when using oil for cooking)- avoid fried food- loose some weightI hope I've helped!Contact me again, if you'd like further clarifications.Kind regards!
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Got cardiac arrest with arteries blocked, underdone angioplasty, stenting, creatinine high. Can it lead to kidney problem?
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Hi.. Good noon.. My brother is 41 year old, just fifteen days before he got a cardiac arrest with two arteries blocked and now undergone with angioplasty and stenting.. now he is recovering himself.. but doctor also asked us to meet nephrologist because his Urea creatinine was high ie. 3.7 and my brother even undergone dialysis because of the same reason... As per the diagnosis we consulted nephrologist too. but they were not very clear about the kidney problem. max to max they could bring down Urea creatinine to 2.6, so I just want to know that whether my brother really has a kidney problem, whether it is acute or chronic.. and even his sugar levels are not decreasing and he is been prescribed to take insulin for sugars(ie..Human Actrapid insulin 3 times and Human insulatard 1 time a day).. Please do carify my doubts and do the needfu
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welcome to the forum. There could have pre-existing damage due to diabetes. In addition, he has developed contrast nephropathy due to i.v contrast. Only time can say how much his kidney will recover. Keep in touch with your nephrologist. best regards
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Suggest remedy for itchy rashes during the night in diabetic males
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Hi, my father is 79 years old and is experiencing severe, nightly itching and discomfort of his feet. He also cannot get them comfortable. Lotions and Benadryl provides temporary relief, but he can t sleep once the symptoms return. I m in NC and he s in MI, so can t see firsthand. He is also diabetic.Thanks
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Hi, I have gone through your complaints and itching can occur due to senile pruritus or diabetes. I would recommend him to frequently apply a moisturizer lotion. Also take antihistaminic like tablet Cetirizine once or twice daily depending on the intensity of itching. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney, Dermatologist
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What are the causes & treatment for Glomerulonephritis?
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Good day! Yesterday we noticed that my wife's feet were very swollen, we took het to the DR's office and they said she has protein in her blood. we have both been tested for hiv and both -. They said it was prob Glomerulonephritis: what is this? how do you get it? what do we do..... please help!
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Hello and welcome to HCM.As an Urologist, i can understand your concern.The kidney (nephron) is made up of 1 million glomeruli.Glomerulus is a unit of the kidney, which carries out filtration of body fluids.Glomerulo-nephritis is inflammation of the kidney,due to various causes.Diabetes and Hypertension (high B.P.), are the leading causes.After examination by a doctor, tests to be done are : urine routine and culture;blood routine;creatinine;RBS;LFT;platelets;s.proteins;albumin and globulin;urine-ACR;Restrict salt and protein intake,take all medication.Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
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Suggest treatment for leg cramps at night and tiredness
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Hi doctor, I am 24 years old girl. I am suffering from leg cramps and extreme pain in legs at night. I feel tiring. Also I have dark circles under eye and have constipation problem.I worked in MNC as a software engineer and my working hours are 9 hours per day for 5 days in a week.Please guide me for the above mentioned problems.Thanks and Regards,Lochana
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Hi Dear,Welcome to HCM.Understanding your concern. As per your query you have fluid build up in legs/feet . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like spinal stenosis , blood pressure drugs , diuretics , cholesterol-lowering drugs , nerve damage , hyperthyroidism , hypothyroidism or diabetes . Sometimes such symptoms can also occur due to deficiency of vitamins like vitamin B12 or E . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examinatiuon . Doctor may order certain test like blood test , nerve conduction test along with physical examination and take history . Doctor may recommend physical therapy , stretching exercises along with neurobion forte and vitamin supplement like B 12 and E . For now eat healthy , drink plenty of water and massage gently . Hope your concern has been resolved.Get Well Soon.Best Wishes,Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What to do if abcess on neck has increased after removing the pus in a Koch's TB patient?
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My mom (age- 57;height - 5 feet 4inches;weight-60kg; normal blood pressure, no diabetes, no other medical history)has been diagnosed with cox tb.she has an absess on the neck.doc mentioned that this is due to some food or milk article consumed has given medicines.due to the medicines the absess has generated pus.is the treatment on the right track?are these indications of recovery ?the absess has increased after removing the pus.hence the doubt on whether its going in recovery or not.
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. No, this is not suggestive of improvement. With treatment, either the size of abscess should remain same or should decrease. But since it is increasing, this is not sign of improvement. Sometimes, there is infection with drug resistant tubercular bacteria. In this case, even with routine anti TB drugs, patient is not improving. Another cause for this is secondary bacterial infection. Sometimes along with tb infection, there is infection with other bacteria. So we have to give other broad spectrum antibiotic along with anti tubercular drugs. So better to consult tb specialist and get done abscess fluid culture and sensitivity report to rule out above mentioned causes. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your mother. Thanks.
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Can Glycomet-500 SR intake be stopped post a reduction of blood sugar levels?
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Sir,Good morning. I am Kannan from Ernakulam. Last week i checked my blood and result is FBS 122, PPBS 149 and HB A1C 7.2. Doctor advised to take Glycomet SR 500. If any side effect for this or if my count is reduced, can i stop this medicine.
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HiI am Dr Mittal.I have read your message.I will try to help you.First, your reports are indeed suggestive of Diabetes mellitus.So you need to understand that the reduction in sugars is going to be due to the effect of the tablet.Besides, there are many problems that arise out of untreated diabetes.So I would suggest not to stop the medicine, if the sugars are better- because that is the effect of the medicine.Of course, if you have side effects, the medicine can be CHANGED. It will not be stopped. The medicine will have to change.Of course, monitor your diet, and perform regular physical exercises and loose weight. This may help reduce the dose of the medicine.I have tried to make it as simple as possible. Feel free to ask a follow up question if you have any doubts. Best of luck, Dr Saumya Mittal
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What is the best method to get pregnant?
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Hello Doctor, I am 29years old.Got married four years back. Has a baby boy of 3yrs.After pregnancy I never lost my additional weight. During early prgnancy i was 80kilos. By the end of pregnancy i was 94 and evennow I am the same. Iam suffering from PCOS post pregnancy.was on metformin hydrocloride 500mg twicw a day for a period of one year and more. I dont hv regular menstrual cycle n has excess facial hair growth and the skin round my neck is so darkened.Every now and then I get head ache.I had a master check up twice. but then all that I hv is PCOS n migrane.Now i hv endometric cyst aswell.To make my cycles regular i took krimson-35 for 3months. now i am getting my cycles regularly but then bleeding is very less.now i am taking benforce-m once a day and an iron supplement aswell. how do i become pregnant now. do i have ample chances?what is the best method to become pregnant?
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Hello dear,I understand your concern.In my opinion PCOD is one of the treatable causes of infertility.The problem in PCOD is absence of ovulation,male type of hair distribution like excess facial hair etc.So the ovulation induction drugs like clomiphene are helpful increases the chances of ovulation upto 70% to 80%.The laparoscopic ovarian drilling also offers best treatment for PCOD and increases the success rates upto 90%.you are on correct line of treatment.Continue metformin and benforce m.Adapt healthy lifestyle like exercise and healthy nutritional diet.Also get blood evaluation done to rule out diabetes,any thyroid abnormalities.I suggest you to disscuss regarding the laparoscopic ovarian drilling with your doctor.Nothing to worry.Avoid stress and anxiety regarding the pregnancy as they cause infertility and delay the pregnancy furthur.Relax.Hope this helps.Best regards...Dr.Srilatha
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Why are ants attracted to urine despite testing negative for presence of sugar?
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hi goodafternoon..i want to ask regarding of my urine...i have checked my blood and urine twice...fbs= 122.80 mg/dl or 6.8 Hba1c= 5.7 first test urine=negative in sugar after two days second test urine= negative in sugarquestio n: Why it still ants going to my urine again in again? even my urine doesnt found sugar.
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.As you have mentioned FBG is 122 mg, (which is not normal, it falls in the prediabetic range that is 108 mg to 125 mg/100 mL), and HbA1c is 5.7 (which is normal), there is no overt diabetes. But if after food blood glucose does go above the kidney threshold (160 to 180 mg), some glucose is filtered in urine, even though there may be no overt diabetes.Secondly, sometimes there is renal glycosuria as kidney threshold may have come down.My suggestion, please get your after food blood glucose and urinary glucose tested, which should help to clarify the doubt. Plus looking at your fasting level, you need to take necessary precautions so as to avoid becoming diabetic.The precautions include regular exercise, weight control and avoiding sweets, junk foods, deep fried foods, aerated sweetened drinks (colas), pastries, and bakery items.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Prabhakar Laxman Jathar
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How to reduce water level during pregnancy?
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Iam on the 8th month I feel my stomatch always fully tight & when we had a scan doctor told that the water level is high than the normal, kindly suggest what to do to reduce the water level & be normal, what are the reason for increase in water level & how should I take care
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HiDr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.1] I will suggest you to do blood sugar levels- fasting and 2 hours after food.2] The main concern is to rule out diabetes during pregnancy.3] I am sure your previous USG reports have shown normal growth of the baby, please request USG doctor to look for stomach bubble.4] Usually if all reports are ok, please do not worry. Only thing that you should be concerned is starting labour pains before dates. SO take rest, report to medical center if pains start before 37 weeks.I hope my answer helps you.Thanks.
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What causes throbbing pain in the neck?
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I am 5'4'' tall and weigh 260lbs. I have htn, diabetes, and hyperlipidemia. I sometimes have a throbbing pain in my neck near the base of my skull. It feels a lot like my pulse but it is painful. I can sometimes feel the same feelimg in my lower back on each side in the area where my kidneys are. It is not a constant pain, but comes and goes at times. I also take HCTZ for swelling in my ankles. When I take this medicine and I urinate a lot it seems to help with the throbbing pain in my neck. Could this be a result of CHF or fluid retention?
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. Yes, this type of throbbing pain can be due to congestive heart failure, fluid retention and aortic aneurysm. Your symptoms are improving with diuretics, so possibility of fluid retention and heart failure is more. Hypertension can cause aortic aneurysm. You are having throbbing sensation near kidneys and neck. So we're should also rule out aortic aneurysm. So better to consult doctor and get done 1. Ecg, 2d echo to rule out heart failure. 2. CT abdominal angiography for aortic aneurysm. If all these reports are normal then no need to worry much. Sometimes, stress and anxiety can also cause throbbing type of sensations. So avoid stress and tension, be relax and calm. 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.
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Bubbling noise on left side of spine. Headache and neck pain. Doctor says due to anxiety and sent to chiropractor
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Dr, I am having the following symptoms: Fizzing, bubbling noise on left side of spine in the back of my neck to the base of my head. Sometimes it is more active and I will hear it over and over again, somestimes just one good fizz . Feels like it goes straight up sometimes, other times it shoots off in different directions with the fizzing always shooting up . When I have this I always have a headache and severe neck pain, sometimes causing me to lay down and not function. I feel like I cannot carry my head. My Dr. Sent me to a chiropractor and that didnt work so I quit going. My chest seems to ache and taking deep breaths calms the pains, I am not stressed when this occurs. I find myself being really ancy. My stomach is always upset with a small quarter sized tender spot to the right of my belly button. I have loose stool more often than not. I do not throw up, but I constantly feel tired. I need to know what is going on, I feel crazy and my family doctor just always says it is something I know it isnt. She has pawned it off as UTI s, a stomach ulcer, gas, anxiety, and sent me to a chiropractor.
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Hi, thank you for posting.I understood that your problem is related with vertebral column disease, neck.Vertebral column is easily affected by Spondiloarthrosis, but neck is easiest affected. The damage of neck vertebra affects all your symptoms. -So you should make neck x-ray. If it is necessary this procedure can be followed by CT scan that gives you more detailed information.-Also you need blood test and erythrocyte sedimentation rate.-Make glycemic test to eliminate the possibility of diabetes mellitus.-Urine culture.However your treatment will contain Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs), also neck pain relieves medicines and anxiolitic(amitriptilin).If the urine culture is positive you should take antibiotics.Best Wishes.
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Why is my father s arm losing strength?
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Hi, I am looking for an answer to why my fathers left arm has lost strength he had a recent mri that showed everything normal but the power he had not to long ago is no longer there. any possible conditions that may be causing this? he is 46 and a diabetic
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Hi, A little more history would have been appreciated. Well, you mentioned your father is 46 and he is losing strength in the arms. I feel if we know that the diabetes level is under control or poor control. MRI of what region is done is missing from history. Any signs of pain or other things need to be checked out. If any nerve entrapment is present in the cervical region than chances of losing strength is but obvious due to pain. Trying the exercise in a slow and progressive manner for upper limb should help ease the symptoms. If you provide more details I will be definitely able to provide more insights into the case. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Jay Indravadan Patel, Physical Therapist or Physiotherapist
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What causes nausea along with dry cough and shortness of breath while sleeping?
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I was sleeping in a day and suddenly when I got up I start to feel vomiting as vomiting have not come out.i felt the vomiting.im not pregnant I checked it and first time I felt after sudden wake up.then I forced myself to sleep after I went back to sleep and again got up it was ok.may I know why it happened.im 31 yrs old female with no diabetes and blood pressure.And also when I try to sleep I start to cough which is dry and also feel short of breath.pls let me know the replies of both thanks fareena
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Hi..just a single time, feeling of nauseating, needs no caution most of time...probably last night spicy food effect or other reasons which leads to gastritis had done the effect..dont worry for it.& for your 2nd question, if you feel coughing & breathless at night, it could be allergic asthma or bronchitis related...just need not to worry & go to a chest specialist & get your chest xray & pulmonary function test done..that will help finding the disease..
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Is missing few doses of Insulin harmful?
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I had to reduce the amount of Levemir that I take because I have to wait for the Low Income clinic to send me my prescription and I won't have any insulin until Wednesday afternoon. I need to know what will happen while I wait for my insulin. I used to be able to get it at the pharmacy in town but Humana never told me that they will only allow a certain number of times to refill and now my cost is $161.00 for it. It used to be $47.00. I was told to eat only things that had no or very low carbs, no sweets whatsoever and cut down more than half of my dose of insulin which I used twice a day.
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Well come to HCMThank for asking I really appreciate your concern, if you are missing the dose of insulin no matter what is the cause for that you are not taking the medicine or insulin dose, then the level of glucose will go increasing in system the plasma glucose level will be too high some time it may cause the ketoacidosis, (Diabetic coma) but it takes few days and it may not happens at once or it is not the sudden onset of diabetic emergency, if it is not the type one diabetes then you can try oral hypoglycemic agent, hope this information helps.
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Suggest treatment for pain in waistline and numbness in legs
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I experience pain in my waistline, numbness in my thigh and legs after sitting or lying for any period (about 1 hour). I have DISH, Diabetes, Hypertension and rashes on the right side of my leg (near the knee area (getting treatment since last September).
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treatment for pain in waistline and numbness in legs is amytryptyline, pregabalin, gabapantine,nortryptyline, carbamazepine
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What could be the reason behind problem in urinating out though having full bladder?
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I can hardly urinate mmy blatter is full and it hurts at nite I wake up all the time having to go but cant,when I can start a stream it starts weak always and goes for a short time and stops and i cant start it again im going crazy what can I do amd i dont have an infection ,had a test,this goes on 24 hrs a day, I have a appt to see a specialist but hecant see me for amonth and ahalf, so far away
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Hello & welcome To HCM,Your history is not complete.Please let me know about your age, sex, duration of the problem, any history of diabetes, kidney stone or any urinary bladder problem.But till now you can do one thing, ultrasound of lower abdomen.After knowing the complete history ,doctor can suggest you the correct treatment. Hope so you are getting the answer of your problem.Thanks & RegardsDr Soni VermaHomoeopathic physician, Psychologist & Life style counselor.
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Could swollen, painful lymph node under jaw be due to an infection?
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Hi, I have a swollen lymph node under my jaw line on my right side, it is stationary and very painful. Could this just be from an infection as i cut my gum when brushing the other day and it is swallon too. On a second note this would be the 4th infection i have had in 2 months (eye, finger, hip)
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Hi,It seems that enlarged tender sub mandibular lymph not might be due to having infection in gum due to injury by a brush.Go for one antibiotic ad anti-inflammatory meidicine course for 3-5 days.Rule out diabetes as you are more prone to infection.Ok and take care.
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What causes burning sensation in the feet while suffering from diabetes?
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I have diabetes i have a place on my foot that busted open about a week ago now it burns an is very sore i notice a small red line coming up from the side of my foot 2 days ago today it is going across the top of my foot an almost up to my ankle area should i go to the emergency room right now or is it fine????
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This is definitely a sign of infection. get it treated on emergency basis. Because with time it may get uncontrollable and severe complications.Blood sugar level must be brought under control , and foot should be examined for patency of blood vessels and nerve conduction.
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Can watery vaginal discharge and feet swelling be due to diabetes?
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I have recently been diagnosed with a non obstructive kidney stone. I was diagnosed with lupus about 15 years ago. Currently, I am battling a watery vaginal discharge, changed vision, swelling in feet/ankles/lower legs, UTI symptoms although no bacteria shows up in culture if I don t drink plenty of water. I am overweight and am beginning to think I need to request that I be tested for diabetes.
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Hello,I have gone carefully through your concern.Yes, blood glucose should be checked as soon as possible as you are overweight and have symptoms suggesting for Diabetes.HbA1c is also recommended, to have a better diagnosis.Will be a pleasure too help you further.Kind regards,Dr.Mirjeta.
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What can cause cough,back ache and excess sweating?
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hii doc...im 21 female....i just want to ask regarding my father's condition....my father have high bp and diabetes mellitus....but lately he had coughing, back ache and very high sweating even though in a cold place...may i know all of these can lead to any disease???
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Hi, Considering his history need to think of respiratory infection/cardiac failure. Share more details, breathing difficulty, chest pain, swelling in face / legs. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr S.R.Raveendran, Sexologist
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How to determine if one has inherited the Widow Maker heart condition?
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we were just informed that my brother -in -law age 55 has the widow maker heart disease..he had a double bypass.. Both my husband and he were adopted and we just learned from his real mother's aunt that both his mother's brother and her father died from the same disease.. My husband age 52 has a very stressful job and has diabetes plus he is about 25 pounds overweight. Do you think he could have possibly inherited this disease
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Hello. Thank you for your question and welcome to HCM. I understand your concern. I would like to tell you that the coronary artery disease has several risk factors. One of them, a strong one, is the genetic factor. Having blood-related people in the family that have had myocardial infarction or coronary arter disease without infarction, is a strong risk factor that descendents also will have coronary artery disease. There is a little data about the genetic inheritance of the ''widow maker'' artery disease, but ther all are inconclusive. For example, you husband has these risk factors: age above 45, diabetes, overweight and genetic inheritance of the coronary heart disease. With or without the ''widow maker'' in this scenario, I would recommend a cardiac check up for him: EKG, echocardiogram and cardiac stress test. I hope I was clear and helpful. Take care. Kind regards, Dr. Meriton
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Does Adderall cause infection?
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Yes, I am a 45 year old female who works out at the gym and I wear nylon stretch pants. I recently started taking adderall and developed a yeast infection in the last two days. Is it possible that the adderall may be causing the infection. Admittingly, I deal with some stress, but have been working out frequently for about a month now and again, only recently developed the yeast infection. The adderall, I've only been taking for one week. Can you help?
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Thanks for contacting HCM. Dear patient you have been exercising wearing nylon stretch pants. The exercise basics is to wear cotton. Sweat and nylon don't go hand in hand. your yeast infection is because of nylon pants during exercise. Adderall doesn't cause yeast infection but is a drug which should not be taken without medical advise as it has serious physical and psychological side effects and can cause dependence. Also please get yourself checked for diabetes as fungal infections are more common in diabetics. Regards
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Suggest treatment for muscle spasms
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muscle spasms I have been having muscle spasms for as long as i can remember there only getting worse there causing me to not be able to walk or breath right I have 3 different doctors and nobody knows the answer my msg was super high and they don t know the answer to anything else i am 25yr 330lbs my eyesight is getting worse also i have high blood pressure no diabetes i just need a answer its effecting my quality of life
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Hello,It may be due to muscle spasm. For that you may require muscle relaxant after physician consultation. Till then you can take tablet acetaminophen. Apply diclofenac gel or ointment locally. Heating pads also helps. In case of not getting relief you may require MRI after orthopedician consultation Hope I have answered your query.. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Shyam Kale Family and general physician
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What are the symptoms of asthma?
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Have asthma, ihss, diabetes.numbness in face, pain around glands, hard to swallow, chills, but no fever...I find myself doing pill rubbing with thumb and finger..can t lift or have arms up or I will get very out of breath...same with bending down. Dizziness and can t process information..written or oral...all these come and go..asthma symptoms are constant
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A patient with your symptoms visiting my clinic then I would like have some more details like age , gender , duration of illness and other things. You probably are suffering from parkinsonism with symptoms mentioned by you. You asthma would also suggests that it is not under control. You will require a lung function test and based on which you will require a controller inhaler for regular use to control your asthma symptoms.
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What are the symptoms of Alzheimer s disease?
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I recently saw a neurologist and had an MRI and neuro-psychometric testing for Alzheimer s (which my father developed in his mid-60s and died from at age 74). They saw brain shrinkage greater than average for my age, but were not concerned about that, and considered the testing average. They told me I do not have Alzheimer s. Nonetheless, my symptoms continue to worsen. My performance on the testing was far below what I was capable of five years ago. My IQ was listed at 114, but that is 18 points lower than my IQ was. I am quite distraught over the worsening symptoms. Is there anything else I can do? (I will be 65 in two months.)
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Hello and thanks for using HCM.I have read your question and understand your concerns.Since there is decrease in mentation in a period of five years, even if this doesn't mean that psychometric tests were positive, is better to take precautions to prevent dementia, because heredity is an important factor.Prevention measures include evaluation and treatment of heart and vessels conditions such high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes.Lifestyle changes that include avoiding smoking and drinking ( if any), exercise continuously, and diet modifications such less red meat, more vegetables, fish, fruits, whole grains etc.Staying socially connected and active also needed as a preventive measure.An important point is prevention of head trauma, because of strong relationship between head trauma and future Alzheimer's.Medical follow up is of paramount value also.Hope you found the answer helpful.Take care.
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How to regain energy after angiogram?
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Hello ,My father now aged 72 yrs, weight 105 kg,admitted to hospital in 2004 and in 2011 ,in both occasion he was found deficiency of sodium and high potassium content,in 2004 he only gone through angiogram but doctor not strongly recommended for angioplasty ,but in 2011 we put two stunts in his heart now. He is feeling very less energetic since then,he was very active person earlier used to do physical activities now even he misses for going morning walk 2/3 times a week due to less energy level. His sugar level is moderate(more than normal) and bp is also not too high .He is continuing medicine prescribed by doctors for bp and diabetes. But he is feeling less energetic,will you recommend some food or medicine which will provide him more energy now ? Thanking you. Biswamitra
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hello there I understand your concernYou need to give him Vit D and calcium supplements after discussing with your physicianCo q will also helpCheck for depressive state and Electrolyte levels along with protein levels in the blood They could be a cause tooHope that helps
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How long does permanent dental implants last?
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Hi,I have severe gum disease i have already lost four of my front teeth on my top jaw i now noticed a have a few coming a little loose on the front of my lower jaw.Ive been online and saw a few companies who do dental implants i dont think the outlook is very good for myself i would say in a few years time i would probably lose the majority of my teeth i have left i have contacted a company about a possible extractions of most of my remaining teeth and replacing them with implant on permant bridges on both my lower and upper jaw this would probably cost around £25000 to complete the whole process i have asked about the life span of this procedure but go no real positive answer i would not like to spend this money on a precedure if its only going to last a couple of years i would expect them to last closer to a lifetime as i am only 35 would someone be able to give me some indication of the predicted life span of this procedure i get the feeling the company are trying to get me to proceed with this knowing that is not a permant solution?
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Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The success rate of the implants in a ideal condition without any medical disorder and good bone support could be around 95-97%.If the medically compromised like diabetes, if you have the habit of smoking or any bone disorders, then the success rate will decrease proportionately.Consult a good oral implantologist and get a CT done to rule out the the bone level and density, if it is good enough then you can go for implants. The success rate depends upon the above said conditions. in a normal condition, the implant can last for 10+ years. Alternatively you can consider, dental tourism in India, you can get the whole treatment done at a fraction of the cost what has been estimated including your traveling and other expenses.I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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Suggest treatment for blockage below shoulder
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three to four days back my father felt to much pain in his left hand. After that doctor admit him and done the engeography. In engeography he found that just below the solder in left hand their is a 100% blockage due to which blood supply is not proper in left hand. My father was admit for two days and doctor done the treatment and now doctor is suggestim my father for vascular surgery. So pls suggest me what could be the best treatment and where it could be done.
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Hi welcome to the health care magic Whenever vascular blockage is present it can lead pain because of less blood supply... Low molecular heparin and antiplatelet agent might prescribed during hospital admission.... Now if for clot surgery is needed then in any of mega city you can Consult vascular surgeon doctor for surgical management..... Cause for thrombosis also should be searched like high blood pressure, diabetes, High cholesterol, hyperhomocystenemia etc.... Take care Hope your concern solved
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Blood infection. WBC count abnormal, blood borne. Is it genetically inherited?
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hi doctor, my nephew who is 3 months old has a blood infection .. his WBC is 25,000 .. according to some expertise , it is a blood-borne . he got it from his mom. my question is why does he got it from his mom? what particular disease/illness does he mom have that he transferred it to his son .. thank you so much .. hoping for your favorable response ..
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hello welcome to health care magic blood infection is nothing but septicemia that means infection spread all over the body through blood... it doesnot mean that infection came from mother... a 3 month old baby infected means,may be because of your faulty practices like feeding the baby with cow or buffalo milk instead of mother's milk..try to avoid that give the baby only breast milk,,it will decreases the chances of getting diabetes in the future to the baby.. normal wbc count for infant is upto 15000 .. consult a pediatrician for further measures..hope you understand my suggestion,, thank you Dr siddartha
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What causes burning sensation between chin and lower lip?
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Hi, i am 22 years old. In the middle of the day i found burning sensation in the area between my chin and lower lip.next day i found red rash over there.when ever i touch over there i feel like my skin is burning. can i use dermovate for that. please suggest me..
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Hi. What u r trying to say is termed as a paresthesia in medical field.if u are having skin rash too then u need to see dermatologist urgently.See common causes are sun burn,heat burn,neuropathy,diabetes etc..If problem persists then first contact your dermatologist and then physician if required
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Back ache, neck pain, was choked for a while, in severe pain. What can help?
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I am located in Kankakee, IL. I am having extremly bad back pains, and neck pains. I went to the ER when I was hurting so bad I could barely walk, then was put on pain meds, and sent to a pain specialist. Dr. Hasan. I went back to work about a week later, after seeing Hasan and getting ready for PT. I was injured at work, I work with mentally handicaped individuals, and was attacked by one. He had me in a very strong choke hold, was on my back with his knees, and obviously made my pain worse. Hasan said he couldnt treat me due to my injury at work, and now I am in a lot of pain, and I am about to go back to the ER, but I need a dr who is going to be there consistently, and help me. This is torture, and I am stuck.
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Hello, Sure this seems to be an injury which has produced this Pain. It does need an evaluation fro sure. A few queries would be helpful, any back pain in the past ? any associated medical problems like diabetes, hypertension, urinary infections, fever??Yes to begin with pain killers with local ice compress / hot water fomentation would be helpful, and then you will need physiotherapy. Some moderation of work and physical activity will be required till u r pain free. to complement this a pain killer would be helpful. share some more information, as above, and then we can take it further. with best wishesj nanda
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How to lower elevated microalbumin level in kidney?
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Hi, Savita this side I got to know that my father has detected elevated microalbumin in Kidney due to Diabetis, pleaze tell me some precuation. According to the net, range should be 20 n my father report has detected 32.5 pleaze advise something asap.
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Hi,Thanks for writing in.By definition it corresponds to an albumin excretion rate of 20 to 200 microg/min (30 to 300 mg/day) or an albumin to creatinine ratio (mg/mmol) of 2.5 to 25 in males and 3.5 to 35 in females. Microalbuminuria is an important clinical finding because it is not only associated with an increased risk of progression to overt proteinuria (macroalbuminuria) and renal failure, but also cardiovascular events.A stricter control of diabetes and any heart disease is required and please follow up regularly with your doctor.
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Pain below ribcage, MRI clear. Have diabetes. Taking Losartan. Could this pain be my pancreas?
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Hi I am 48 year old Female I have been having mild easy to deal with to saver pain just below and under my right lower ribcage for over 2 years now. At time this pain drops me to my knees. The pain can intensify at any time weather I am at rest or working, weither I have eaten or not. I have had an upper scope a MRI had some nuclear science test done, ultrasound they say it s not the liver , the gallbladder , the lung , the ribs or the kidney s. I had also been diagnosed diabetic in 89 but dietary controlled I controlled my sugar well until 2009 I then got put on Metformin . I was told in June of last year that I would have to start taking a new pill with this it is Losartan. Could this pain be my pancrea or something we are totally unaware of?
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Hello,If you have got ultrasound and MRI abdomen done recently and they are normal, then it is unlikely that there is any thing seriously wrong with pancreas.Peripheral neuropathy is a complication of diabetes and needs to be evaluated carefully.It could be that you are experiencing peripheral neuropathy. This needs to be completely evaluated by a neurologist.However, peripheral neuropathy is just a possibility.Hope this helps.
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What causes undescended testes and thoracic scoliosis in a child?
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Hi my son is 1 year old. he has bimanual synkinesis, (mirrored hands)undescended testes, he is very small (0.4th centile for all measurements) and has idiopathic thoracic scoliosis. Is it a possibility he has Kallmanns syndrome? Should I ask the doctor to perform any tests for this?
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Kindly do sweat chloride test to rule out cystic fibrosis, and nasal potential test..Is there any family history of asthma/ diabetes/ pancreatitis/jaundice or history of abortion or sterility in family?
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Does duplex kidney syndrome cause dehydration?
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Hi I have had a duplex kidney since birth and have had a pain across my middle for the last week. The problem I have is my boss banned drinks on our desks last week and I used to have a bottle of water my wee is dark now and is usually clear. Should I go to the doctor to get a doctors note so I can drink the water. I am wondering if I am dehydrated due to my condition
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Duplex kidney won’t cause dehydration. If the renal function is normal, the duplex kidneys won’t harm you. Consult a physician and get evytonfkmd out the cause for dehydration and excessive water intake. Make sure that your blood sugar level is well controlled as diabetes can be a cause similar symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain
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Need medication for jock itch
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Hello, a few months ago I think I got jock itch it was not to bad and when I put powder on it it got better... But it was not really going away and I got busy and forgot about it... They don't itch very often now but everyone in a while... I have felt pain on the left and right side every once in a while (similar to them being hit but not nearly as intense, just a dull pain) but I have gotton this pain everyday for the past 4 days now.. Random times of the day and only for a couple seconds... My testies also have looked purple for a while (unless they are really warm) but sitting on the toilet or before the shower they look purple
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Hello and .As an Urologist, i must advise you, stop applying powder on your scrotal area.This can cause severe itching and an allergic reaction. Then don't try to itch over that area, or apply a lot of soap while bathing.The purple color may be also be an early change of the same reaction, in which case, you'll need to show it to a dermatologist, or skin specialist.If you're above 40 years age or have a family history of diabetes, check your blood sugar. Wear only cotton jocks.If you want my expert opinion on any doubt, send it as a direct question.Dr.Matthew J. Mangat.
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How to stabilize fluctuating BP levels?
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I am 70, male, 190lbs, 5'10" I have been doing some hard work cleaning mildew from the sides of my house. BP in the morning before starting 135/82, after working hard my heart rate is 100 and BP is 84/65. I have had no serious health problems. I have been a type 2 for about 4 yrs. Am on Glipiside and Metformin.
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Unfortunately, this is concerning. Your blood pressure and heart rate should increase with activity. You should have your heart examined throughly. A drop in blood pressure like this could be from valvular disease, arrhythmias, dehydration, or vascular disease from diabetes. Additionally, it could be caused by cardiomyopathy which is damage or dysfunction of the heart muscle. I would continue taking your medication as prescribed. Drink plenty of fluids. If you get dizzy or lightheaded, then you need to rest. If you have chest pain, you should be evaluated at the emergency room.
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