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I have had dull achy chest pain on the left side for about a week now. It was worse the first time it happened, on Sunday, and occurred more frequently throughout the day. Now it happens once or twice a day at random times. It may be psychosomatic but i sometimes have a weird feeling in my left arm.
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Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Since your chest pain is on left side and is associated with left arm discomfort, we should definitely first rule out heart diseases. So get done ECG, 2d echo and stress test. If all these are normal then no need to worry about heart diseases. This kind of pain is also due to psychosomatic issues like stress and anxiety. So avoid stress and tension, be relaxed and calm. Don't worry, you will be alright but first rule out heart diseases. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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I have had aching pain in my right back sort of under my armpit, i also get crawling sensation in my right shoulder blade in my back. the right armpit pain is causing aching down my right arm and if i touch my armpit and arm at the back its so sore to touch. Please help what could this be?
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Hi, I have read your query. You should get x-ray of cervical spine in AP and Lateral view and x-ray of dorsal spine in AP and Lateral view done. Send me report or discus it with your doctor. Only then your diagnosis be made. Till then take I tablet diclofenac and thiocolchicoside in morning and evening. Apply hot packs for 30 mins in morning and evening. I hope you have got your answer. Thanks. Chat Doctor.
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My wrist was fractured 18 monts ago, it was incorrectly set in a cast an ha healed 33 digs out of line causing quit sever nerve damage I have had a Carpal Tunnel operation which gave some relief how ever the scar tissue caused further complications, I now suffer pain in my ankle an leg at night
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Welcome to Chat Doctor I have gone through your query and understand your concern. For carpal tunnel syn Chat Doctor. You are advised to get it operated. For ankle pain you are advised to get analgesic such as ibuprofen for pain relief. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then don't hesitate to write to us. I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.
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Hello Doctor,My wife was being injected with HMG 150 on day 3rd till day 7, she had produced more eggs than a normal nos of eggs a female should produce. Thereafter her follicular study was done, my wifes doctor had injected her for the eggs get raptured.After that he has advised to take duphaston, Progonova & Susten VT100. she still gets cramps in her lover abdominal partIs she Pregnant. Today she is on her 29th day of her cycle. when should i do my pregnancy test.
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Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Cramps aren't usual symptoms of pregnancy. If she didn't have period you should wait 2 weeks after it and then do pregnancy tests. It is hard to say now is she pregnant. Sometimes is more than 6 months needed for hormonal stimulated ovulation and successful fecundation. I wish you luck, just be patient and tenacious, there is no need to hurry. This therapy can cause unpleasant symptoms such as cramps, vaginal bleeding etc. but this cant be avoided. Wish you good health.
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I VE BEEN DEALING WITH THE BELOW FOR 3 MONTHS. I USED TO THINK IT WAS ALLERGY RELATED BUT KNOW I HAVE MY DOUBTS. I HAD BLOOD WORK DONE 2 MONTHS AGO WHICChatDoctorE BACK NORMAL.OCCASIONAL COUGHOCCASIONAL ITCHY SKINOCCASIONAL CLOUDY VISIONWAKE UP WITH CRUSTY EYES AND REDNESS IN EYESOCCASIONAL NAUSEAOCCASIONAL EAR FULLNESSSTUFFY NOSESTOMACH GROWLCHANGING STOOL
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Hello. Thank you for asking at Chat Doctor. I went through your history and would like to know more details about you like - Do you have any of the symptoms 3 months before in the past? Do you have eye itching? Do you have itching in nose and/or sneezing? From your history, I would like to make following suggestions to you
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Hello Doctor!My son is just 2.5 years old. He has an infection at the root of his tooth (upper, front right tooth). Dentist has advised Clamp Kid antibiotic to him for three days (1 tablet per day dissolving in water and serve). Im not sure if its safe, giving antibiotics to a kid at this age concerns me. What do you recommend.
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Hello, As there is an infection in right upper front tooth which could be due to tooth abscess, infection of overlying gum, cyst around affected tooth and due to food lodgment over there sometimes build pressure and causes pain. As your dentist prescribed with antibiotic course, you should start with proper course of antibiotics as infection will be subsided only after that. You should do warm saline rinses. Once infection will be subsided get child evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigation like x-ray can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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I am a 5 2 35 yo female. I was diagnosed with PCOS when I was 17. I have had 1 pregnancy with 1 birth after clomid treatments. Have had first abnormal pap while pregnant with colpo showing CIN1. that was 11 years ago. I have been having 3-4, extremely painful, periods a month for approx. 1 1/2 years. Went to doc and had another abnormal pap with CIN1 after colpo and biopsy. Doc wants to wait 6 months before any further treatment because she feels it would be easier to treat any spread to the vagina if the cervix is still in tact. This doesn t seem right to me. Is it?
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Hello there, thanks for writing in. IN 1 refers to very mild changes in cervical cells that resolves on its own over time. The risk of IN 1 progressing to higher grades is very low which means 6 months is reasonable to wait expecting spontaneous resolution. However, there are two things that need to be discussed here.1. If you wish to have child Chat Doctor. 2. If you think you have completed your family, you can discuss with your doctor for its treatment as the cervical changes are long-standing. It depends absolutely on your preference and is validated.3. Your doctor may wish to treat you by laser, cry, loop excision which will be discussed in detail before procedure.4. There's nothing wrong to wait for 6 more months before treatment. But yes, it may be preferred to be treated. Hope this helps. Good luck.
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My 32 yr old son has bad tremors/ involuntary movements while drinking alchohol. I have heard of tremors the next day but never heard of anyone shaking while actually drinking. It is quite bad and lasts fot a few minutes. Why is this happening. He has been a heavy drinker for a number of years but not on a daily basis, also he has used different types of drugs.
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Hello, What appears to be bad tremors or involuntary movements can be seizures. The cause could be anything from alcohol, illicit Chat Doctor. To make a definite diagnosis it is important to take detailed medical history along with the details of events that happened when the patient experienced tremor; like loss of consciousness, loss of bladder control, twitching of limbs etc. I would suggest the patient to see a general physician to get examined at the earliest; and take help from anti-addiction clinic/program available in your country. It is crucial to have family and/or friends to encourage, support, help a person fight his/her addiction. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care
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I just got my ultrasound report, it shows that my uterus is 7.7x4.3x.1 cm , anteverted with smooth contour and homogeneous echopattern.My endometrium is 1.2 cm, hyperechoic with intact subendometrial halo compatible with secretory phase. Right ovary measuring 3.4x1.5cm, and left ovary is 3.7x2.5cm both lateral to uterus and both with physiologic follicles. Cervix size is 2.4x1.7cm, closed and homogeneous present with few nabothian cyst. And also with no free fluid in the posterior cul-de-sac...I am almost 7 yrs. in my married life but still have no baby. With the above result, does it shows that I am capable to conceive?
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Hi, Your ultrasound report is essentially normal, but, failure to conceive depends on several other factors also. You would need a couple evaluation which includes your complete hormonal profile, glucose tolerance test, tubal patency, ovulation tests, exclusion of local causes and cervical factors and assessment of your partner. Only then will it be possible to conclude on the management to be taken. Please consult an infertility specialist to get proper advice. Take care.
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I have a baby with a diaper rash or that is what it is being called by our doctor but we have been treating it for 2 weeks with Nystatin and it is not getting better it has blisters that are pus filled and it has spread from the diaper area up toward his waist
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Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor. I understand from your query that your baby has been diagnosed with a diaper rash which is not resolving. You have not mentioned the age of your child. However, with your history and description, I would consider the possibility of Candidiasis. However, it is also important to rule out other rashes which occur in the diaper area like contact dermatitis to diaper itself and an entity called acrodermatitis enteropathica. Candidiasis is a fungal infection commonly occurring in babies in the diaper area. It can be treated with an antifungal like 2% ketoconazole cream applied twice a day. It is very important to keep the area as Chat Doctor. Contact dermatitis to diaper is an allergy to the diaper material. It is mainly confined to the round (convex) areas of the groin where diaper is in close contact with the skin. Use a barrier cream containing zinc oxide every time you change the diaper. Apply generously on the areas where diaper touches the skin. Acrodermatitis enteropathica is a condition which is seen at the period of weaning and is due to zinc deficiency. Zinc levels should be checked in the blood for confirmation. The alternate option is to ask me a direct query by clicking on this short URL https
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I m a 19 year old female and very active. Lately I ve been getting chest pains just on the left side in the evening every night. I also have a lump that is hard, unmovable, large and is near my submandibular lymph node. I noticed it a couple weeks ago and it is getting larger. Are these two things connected and what might either/both of these mean?
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Yellowest pain in left side may be due to many causes like cardio-pulmonary causes, musculoskeletal reasons etc. You need proper clinical examination and few investigations. Investigations include routine hologram, random blood sugar, chest X-ray (PA view). Ultrasound of abdomen and ECG can be done if needed. Cardiac cause is unlikely due to your age. Pain may be due to chest infection, pleural effusion, muscle spasm etc. Enlarged swelling near submandibular gland may be due to infection/inflammation in throat, neck etc. It is most likely not related to left sided chest pain. Get well soon. Take Care Chat Doctor.
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Hi, i went to the doctors last week due to having a dull pain in my back below my right shoulder blade, this happened more frequently when turning to the right and breathing in. I went to my local doctor and was told that it was probably pleuracy, and was told not to worry. However this pain has been on and off over a 3 week period, and at this moment in time i get the often stingy feeling in my back. I also keep feeling the need to go for a poo and have a stuffy nose all of a sudden. I dont know if most of this is anxiety or a serious problem, and would like your feedback on the matter until k make another appointment with my gp. Dean palfreman, 21 years old, 5ft9, 11.4 stone
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Hello, Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor for posting your query. I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through. Yes it is possible that it could be pleurisy as the symptoms mentioned by you fit well into the diagnosis. But there is also a possibility that it could be a vertebral pain as the vertebral pain also causes similar pains. If the symptoms persist then you should get an MRI of the spine done. 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 need any further details about your query, you can use the below-mentioned link
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Hi I have a quick question on bladder infection in men I have a really strange feeling down below clear puss and tingling I am happily married four year now no other sexual partner on either died since we met 6 yr ago. Could this be a bladder infection or something else very confused
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Hellos discharge from penis may indicate infection(UTI). You need proper clinical examination and routine investigations. Investigations include routine hologram, random blood sugar, renal function test, ultrasound of abdomen, urine RE/ME. Gram stain of pus material and culture/sensitivity should also be done. Further investigation depend upon findings. You may be prescribed antibiotics depending upon findings. It is important to rule out STD. Get well soon. Take Care Chat Doctor.
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Hi, I am a 37yr female, in 2006 I had a PE. Over the last 5 days I have been having this pain in the center of my chest. It feels like a lot of presssure and tightness. Almost like I have something stuck in my chest. Ive taken Rolaids, Tums, and Prilosac and NOTHING is relieveing this pain. Should I be concerned?
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Hello there. I have read through your question and would advise you to get an EKG done as soon as possible. Left sided chest pain, with pressure and feeling of tightness all indicate towards myocardial infarction. If it is the case you need to be properly assessed and put on medicines like blood thinners. I would advise you not to delay as it may cause the situation to aggravate. I hope that I was able to answer your question. If you have any other questions please feel free to contact.
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My 10 year old son was having fever last week. When the fever was not controlled with tylenol, he was taken to hospital and started taking ibuprofen 400mg(36.6kg body weight) 6 hourly. The very next day it was found that his lips and gums and swollen and reddish and with pus here and there. He was taken to the hospital again and is now taking Apo-acyclovir 200mg, 6 hourly. It is the second day after staring the medicine. He is showing difficulty in breathing too. What should be reason for the dental disease? He had no problem with the teeth or gum before. I am concerned about this? Why it happened? How we can take care of the teeth and gum, cleaning, at this time? Please suggest.
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The condition of your son at this age is not good and alarms of fungal infection. Fever is due to fungal infection in gums and not the vice versa. Get a full mouth x-ray that is OPG(digital orthopantogram) done of your son. Continue Acyclovir 200\u00a0mg for next 5 days and monitor the changes in the gums. Meanwhile, visit a Periodontist/Periodontist with the OPG as soon as possible. He requires deep scaling and polishing of the gums followed by Chloe mouth rinse twice daily for 1 month. Take adequate nutrition and monitor his dental check up every month for next 3 months. Hope I have helped you.
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Weaning off metropolol. Down to 6.25mg every other day, but BP is up to 145/95. I am 57 and had bypass surgery 4 months ago. I am 5 6 , 130 lbs and very active athletically. I typically bike 20-25 miles/day. Cardiologist had me wean from 6.25 mg twice a day to once a day and now every other day. Any concerns since BP is up?
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Hi I have gone through your question I wonder why your cardiologist weaning u off from metoprolol as beta blocker is a choice of agent in case of coronary artery disease and raise BP second-best choice is ACE inhibitors commonly used lisinopril or perindopril even with ACE inhibitors it is good to use beta blocker so that it will control heart rate which may increase due to vasodilator thanks hope answer your question
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I can not lift my lips to see my teeth when I smile. Is there anything to be done naturally/surgically to fix this? When i smile my mouth moves out at the sides instead of up to reveal teeth like most peoples do. There seems to be the same amount of space between my upper lip and nose as everyone else. My upper lip isnt paralyzed. I can feel it and there is no pain. I can move it just not up. I had braces on and off from kindergarten to eight grade to correct and under bite. I have officially graduated from orthodontics but still wear a retainer at night. Is my mouth just shaped this way or did my use of braces effect my muscles? I was told by a dentist to ask a neurologist.
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Hello there, thanks for consulting at Chat Doctor.since your telling FRM kindergarten you are wearing braces check if all the muscle r intact and either ways only to a certain extent u can move your up lip, but lower lip can be moved a lot below of muscle attachments...all ways take an opinion from a neurologist since your dentist has only opined about it,that mean he has ten a look at u... hope it helps.
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Hi , i am female , age 30 and have 3 kids. i am feeling lower abdominal pain which is on my lower abdomen and left side its almost the exact place where the appendix is. it has been almost a year I am feeling this pain and this pain is not unbearable but some times its sharp and sometimes it goes to my right thigh too and dull pain around my lower back too. I checked with my gynecologist and she took an ultrasound for checking my reproductive system and there was no problem with my reproductive system. then she sent me for an pelvic/lower abdomen cat scan but nothing came out. then my doctor referred me to a Gastroenterologist . which i did t meet yet because of my insurance. I just want to tell one more thing that sometimes I feel that pain just like i feel pain during my periods. I feel that there is something related with my utres but my doctor think i should go see a Gastroenterologist. please guide me.
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Hi welcome to Chat Doctor forum. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor. Forum. You are a female of 30 years, mother of 3 kids. Since 1 year you are getting pain in the left lower abdomen, sometimes coming to right thief, and back. Your gynecologist get U.S.scaling and Cat scan after finding nothing she referred you to gastroenterologist. As it is like the period pain you are thinking it may be related to cynic problem. You should realize that it is mimicking period pain, but it is in absence of the period. Other possibilities, are urinary tract infection, small stones in the urinary tract, or bladder, tuberculosis of the Clio cecal junction etc. I advise you to consult a surgeon for diagnosis and treatment. You may need to have a culture and sensitivity of urine besides other routine tests for confirmation. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Best regards.
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12 year old male with painful tongue, sore throat, swollen, painful lymph node for two days. Family history of Hodgkin predominant lymph node stage 4 with bone marrow transplant. Any thoughts as to what might might be going on. Family is concerned if they should take child to er tonight or wait until a,m, to take to pediatrician
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Hello and Welcome to Ask A Doctor service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. His tongue and throat symptoms might be due to a viral infection known as deranging which is usually associated with fever. Or a herpes infection(non-genital). Where are the swollen, painful lymph nodes located? Anywhere else besides on his neck? Fever? Weight loss? Bleeding into skin? Cough? Because how you describe the boy and with the family history, I urge you to take him to the ER as soon as possible. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Arnold EDD, MD, FLAP
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I have a friend who has been on a drinking binge for the last 2 days, at least. Yesterday he says he did a bunch of cocaine- amount unknown. He was in a fight today (I know this sounds awful) and showed up to my house. Hes now complaining of 4/10 right upper quadrant pain, but it looks like its more than that. Vital signs are OK- BP 130/84. HR slightly elevated. One episode of N&V- no blood.Any thoughts?
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Welcome to the Chat Doctor Here history of trauma present.... Hence, it could be trauma induced muscular strain pain.... But internal bleed or organ injury also has to be rule out... For that examination and x-ray and USG like investigation done needed EKG done Ibuprofen prescribed for five days Hot compress helpful and avoid strenuous work up Take care Consult pulmonologist for examination without delay with keeping my answer in mind
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my name is Archana,NAMAKARAMULU, Sir MY PROBLEM IS BLEEDING , STOMACH PAIN ,MOTIONS,THESE THREE ATTACKED AT A TIME TO ME ,BUT AT NOW , MOTIONS ARE CONTROLLED, MILD STOMOCH PAIN COMES SOMETIMES, BUT BLEEDING IS NOT STOP AND I AM GOING TO NERVOUSNESS ,AFTER GYNACOLOGISTADVISE, SCANNING REPORT SAYS THAT IMPRESSION
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Hi, how are you today. Regarding the scanning report, you need not worry about mild hepatomegaly with grade1 fatty liver. This is because of slight deposition of fat in liver. Please ask your doctor for blood test called Liver Function Test(LFT).if it is normal, you can ignore fatty liver for time being. Regarding left renal calculus, please Chat Doctor. If you developed pain and burning urine in future contact your family physician. So in summary you need not worry about the scan report. Take care and have a good day.
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Hi I have recently been getting palpitating in my left leg, I m not sure if its muscular or vains pulsating. I m not in pain at all but they are irritatingly regular and are usualy when im sitting or lying. I dont smoke or drink and I m 36 and attend the gym 5 times a week. Please can you let me know what it could be and how to relieve it. Thank you
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Hi Thanks for your query and Welcome to Chat Doctor. I am Chat Doctor. Such symptoms can be due to Muscle articulations as a result of muscular fatigue since you have been regularly doing Gym. Also, a neurology opinion needs to be done to rule any neurological cause for your symptoms. Sometimes these symptoms can also be due to a vascular cause, although it is rare. So in my opinion kindly get a Neurophyisician consultation done so that required investigations and evaluation can be done. Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any further assistance/SOS You can also discuss your case and treatment plans with me in a greater detail in a private consultation. Thanks & Regards
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Hello, My daughter is 12 years old and two days ago, she and her sister were fighting and her sister pushed her and she banged her head on a cupboard. I looked to see if she was okay and she said there was pain but it was fine. Today, she said her head hurt so I looked at it and I have realized that her head has now swelled up on the side and is bruised. What should I do?
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Hi, thanks for providing the mechanism of injury. As you said the next day the swelling took place, and it is painful. Swelling is a protective mechanism of human tissue.in case if you find and chances in the texture of the skin color, like black circles near eye, near the ear or jaw etc. you should visit an ER and get checked once. If your daughter has any bleeding from nose or redness of eyes, or bleeding from ear then a neurologist opinion will count. Or else most of the time the swelling subsides on its own when there is no major issue. Still it is recommended on a safer note to get checked once. Regards
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Hi...thank you. Well, I think I have impetigo ... 2 friend dr s ...one a podiatrist and one a plastic surgeon...both dear friends...told me that s what they think it is....but that they are not dermatologist I went to the zoo on a very hot august day and many children were there. I was leaning up on rails and fences a lot to see the great animals. Upon leaving I had a very bad red itchy rash on my arms (mostly wrists) hands and really bad on chest Well, After a month, I cleared up. I also had a chest cold with it all. My foot dr friend prescribed Keflex and Bactroband (not sure of spelling) and it cleared it up. The last week I have been under incredible stress and I have a a bad sore on the left side of my nose, nostrils, and around my mouth...and the skin is very red, like raw...and oozing stuff.. So he prescribed me a refill of the Keflex and ointment. but the ointment is making it burn really bad. it looks like my face was in a fire and I got burned. its very painful. I have no health insurance and do not know what to do.
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Dear friend . Thanks for your query to Chat Doctor ... I read your concern and your symptoms are more favor for impetigo, I would suggest you to gently clean the surface with warm water (do not apply soap / lotion) , remove crusts if any, and applying the prescription-strength antibiotic ointment mupirocin (Bactrian) which is highly effective as prescribed by your Doctor. Augmenting and Reflex has shown improvement if taken for a week, I would like you to take Clindamycin to speed up your recovery from infections. You can ask me father if you have any more doubts ..., Regards Chat Doctor. Kingston John David
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Hi, I am having constant pain below (about an one and half inches below) the naval and am wondering about this pain as it is uncomfortable. Also I have been waking to seriously severe pain in the right lower groin area, artery area? This pain seems to encompass the hip/buttock and on waking in pain feels like it is being crushed? I think the two areas are separate but am unsure. the pain over the artery area seems to radiate down the inner thigh and is felt in the foot. What do you think ? sorry thought that it was general advice, regards
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Hello I have studied your case. There is possibility of kidney stones or crowns ulcerative colitis. You may need to investigate in form of complete blood count, ESR, CRP. Ultrasonography abdomen and pelvis will help. Hip and groin pain can be radiating pain. You may need clinical examination also to confirm diagnosis. Till time, you can start medication and antibiotic consulting your treating doctor. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow-up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care
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I am asking the following question for my daughter who is approx. 8 years old., weight approx. 23 Kgs. 1) What kind of remedy provide to consume udlive 300 2) Is there any side effect, if so what will be? 3) Is this medicine effect on golbloder stone?
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Hi, Udiliv (ursodeoxycholic acid) is commonly prescribed for the treatment of liver diseases including hepatitis, gall stones, cirrhosis and cystic fibrosis. It helps in dissolution of cholesterol rich gallstones. Generally it is well tolerated however, it may cause diarrhea, indigestion, vomiting, headache, and allergic reactions. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Hi yes I brought my daughter who is ten to the doctor yesterday because she had a fever two days in a row fever gone now she has red bumps on her hands feet and now elbows a few on her chin the Dr called it hand foot and mouth Coxsackievirus the bumps seem to be getting worse not going away what should I do
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Hi. Your Chat Doctor. It is hand foot mouth disease. Initially the lesions will increase and then will gradually remit. One more thing I would like to keep you informed.... There might be some skin peeling in 4-6 weeks time. Please do not think its some other disease.... It's a natural course of this viral illness. Do not use any topical agents or emollients as this might aggravate the lesions. There might be severe itching for which you can use HY
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hello I am writing you because today while I was washing my penis, I noticed a split around the bottom of the head. it had a small amount of blood. It is not painful, but I do not know where it came it. could it be that the washcloth I use is too rough or has the skin become thin and sensitive? I am 75 years of age and not sexually active at this time. I do not masturbate. I may shake my penis when I urinate. please help me so that this problem would be one less problem that I have to worry about.
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Hello share your concern Looking at your description this might be caused by rough use of washcloth or an inflectional I would like further details for proper assessment of the conditionComplete medical history like diabetes or any other metabolic disease Are you taking any medicines possible upload me a photographMeanwhile please follow these guidelines1 Wash it with antiseptic solution or soap and keep it clean and moist by applying any moisturizer or antibacterial ointment like mupirocin or soframycin2. Maintain good hygiene and handle with care during washing3. You should take multivitamin and minerals supplementsPlease write back to me. For follow uprising you good health
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I had back muscle spasm last week. Went to the chiropractor and he helped my back pain, but since then I have been having some pain still in my back but the most uncomfortable pain is in my right arm, up into my neck and collar bone. I noticed the pain seemed to be going to a spot on my collar bone area, I then noticed a lump on the right side.
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Hello, Thanks for your query. The low backache is a result of muscle spasm which in itself is a protective mechanism body develops so that the back avoids abnormal posture. For pain to go, it takes not only rest (on a comfortable bed) but also avoidance of particular positions (during work, rest or recreation). Avoid sleeping on sides and stomach in case you do. While on work don't sit in one position for more than an hour and take frequent stretch breaks. Do not bend forward to lift things up, bend the knees and hips for that. Also discontinue any strenuous activity or exercises for some time. Having said that, you might want to consult your orthopaedician for a detailed physical examination and appropriate investigations. It might help with few medications and physiotherapy for a few days. Physiotherapy particularly lumbar traction for a week and back strengthening exercises after pain relief work well. Remember that medicines usually don't play a role in long term treatment, what does are exercises. Few exercises that the therapist will teach you must be done for lifetime. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care
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Hi, ive been pretty ill for the last week. the doctor says its bronchitis, however i am not feeling any better after been on 2 different antibiotics - i feel very weak and i have no energy. Please advise on what should i do to get better.....thank you
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Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. Best treatment for bronchitis is inhaled treatment. Since you are not taking inhaled treatment, you are not improving completely. Better to consult pulmonologist and get done PFT (Pulmonary Function Test).PFT will tell you about severity of the disease and treatment is based on severity only. You will mostly improve with inhaled bronchodilators and inhaled corticosteroid. Chat Doctor.
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I have a weird Smokey sent in my nose I ve had this before about 3 years ago when I was depressed it was constant and now it s coming back I feel fine but nor am I depressed but I have a fear that my depression is coming back because of this Smokey sent, any help?
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Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. As you are already having depression disorder, the smell could just be an obsession. You had that disturbing sensation once. You expected it to happen again and tried. Then you started experiencing it as you were expecting it. Then your body brought the familiar symptom because you are expecting it. Then you started worrying that the symptom is coming again and again and expect it. Body brings it again as you are expecting it. You become worried and so on. That is obsession in simple terms. Ignore it and the problem vanishes. Psychotherapy techniques should suit your requirement. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http
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My daughter is completing 5 months. She s about 5.8kgs. Recently, she s picked up a cough. She has phelgm-y coughs and the congestion when she breathes is audible. I went to a Ped. and she s prescribed Sinarest AF and TAXIM-O(Cefixime) for a 6 day course. It s been 2 days and the cough/phegm does not seem to let up. Is there anything
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Hi... Thank you for consulting in Chat Doctor. Greetings from Chennai. By what you quote I feel what your kid could be having viral associated wheeze or multi triggered wheeze. I have a few questions for you -Questions
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I have a heart murmur & last week I was smoking & I started having a panic attack & passed out I thought I was alright but this Wednesday the same thing happen I started having a panic & called 911, at the hospital they just said I was dehydrated . So I havent been smoking because I have been scared too but yesterday I was just around the smoke & my heart started beating really fast, I am very worried I have a nervous feeling everyday My Question Is What Should I Do ?
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Hello....... Thanks for your query. It is possible that you are suffering from panic attacks. It requires antianxiety medication and psychotherapy interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy are useful in such cases. However, you would need to rule out cardiac problems with ECG and thyroid disorders before psychiatric evaluation. Smoking is not advisable in patents with panic disorder. Hope you found the information useful. Regards Chat Doctor.
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I have a small hard lump under my right ear. Had u/s that showed small nodule next to lymph node. Had CT that did not show that nodule, but only showed lymph node. Went to ENT specialist in April and he said we would just watch and see what it did. Just went back and now scheduled for needle biopsy. No other symptoms. Lump does not appear to have grown.
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Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor, The hard lump can be due to lymph node enlargement. The needle biopsy is an office procedure wherein cells are aspirated using a needle, cells are spread on slide, stained with appropriate stains and examined microscopically. This investigation will determine the origin and nature of the lesion. Treatment will be planned after getting results of the investigation. Thanks and take care Chat Doctor.
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Hi Dr. Grief. Thanks for taking my question. I have a relative with Parkinsons disease. He is currently taking Mirapex 1mg, Sinemet 25/100, Celexa 20mg, & Clonazepam 1mg. His personality is rather confusing all of the sudden; what I mean by that is one minute he seems fine & then all of the sudden he becomes very angry & aggressive & confused. Is this a progrssion of the disease or could it possibly be the combination of the drugs he is taking? He is 60 years old & has had the disease for about 10 years.
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Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor .com I am Chat Doctor. Mariano Into Bruno Mascaras. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. This can be Pseudobulbar PalsyPlease consult a Neurologist or Neurosurgeon immediately Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow-up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in Chat Doctor at http
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Hi I am 47 yrs old and have developed reddish rashes/cracks on the head of the penis. I asked the local pharmacist and he said it s a fungal infection and suggested an athlete s foot cream. I have been using it for three days now but not much of a difference
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Stop using the foot cream, you never know if it is contact dermatitis or infection of fungal or bacterial origin. If it happened after having a sexual intercourse with a particular person, consult a dermatologist immediately and get treated. If it happened after using a condom (some people can have latex allergy), then better not to use such condoms, keep the head of penis clean and Chat Doctor. Do not over use soap or cream to clean, which will worsen the situation. It is recommended that you consult a dermatologist, who will see and do some tests if necessary and diagnose the cause of your Atlantis and treat you accordingly. It is a sensitive area, do not neglect. TC
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hello, i m from india my father has been daigonised with muscle biopsy and other tests like emg , blood tests etc and the cause was polymyositis with vasculitis ..after that medicines were given but no changes or progress has been seen.i can send you his biopsy report and other test reports which are required to you .kindly tell me email adress.assist me what to be done for treatment.
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Hello, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you that such conditions are very chronic conditions. It requires a continuous follow-up with report so being in touch with me helps you. You can take low dose prednisolone, it will improve the condition immediately, but you can send me a report and treatment taken to help you out more. Ask me as a specialist question in Chat Doctor website. I am Chat Doctor, Infectious diseases specialist. Kindly come up with the problem of yours. I will be happy to answer all your future concern. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious disease specialist. Wish you the best health at Chat Doctor.
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Over 8 months ago I was diagnosed with Lymphadentitis. Found out because I vomited blood one morning. I was told that I would be cured after 6 months. I still have sharp pains and have to still be on medication. Ive had major headaches over the past year which has caused me to be on medication aswell. Thursday night my stomach and head started to sharply hurt. The stomach pain is still located in the right side as it was 8 months ago. Friday morning I still had the pain and then my right ear started to hurt. I haven t had much of an appetite. What s wrong?
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Hi Thanks for contacting Chat Doctor. Before answering your question I would like to clear some facts
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hi, my husband has been working an office job for over 25 years and now is doing labour work. Ever since he started about 3 months ago, he has been feeling a sensation of burning and tingling in his hands and arms. He may think this may be carpil tunel. It keeps him awake at night.
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HiT hank you for asking Chat Doctor. I have gone through your query. Your husbands' problem can be due to carpal tunnel syn Chat Doctor. In such case splinting the hands straight will be helpful. Also avoid hands getting cold. Keep warm. Better to check his vitamin b12 levels and if it is low taking it will be helpful also. Giving massage is also good. If there is no improvement then consult an orthopedic surgeon. Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything is not clear. Thanks.
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Hello. Im only 13 and my anal area is irritated, more of itching than anything. Im not bleeding and there is only one spot that burns, but thats only if i touch it. Should i just leave the area be, and wait for it to go away? Is it even a hemorrhoid? Sorry for the bother. Thank you in advance.
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I do not think you have any cause to worry. If you are 13, and you are just experiencing itchiness in your anal area, it does not suggest a hemorrhoid. It must probably be caused by a small wound produced by hard stools passing through the anus. It could also be due to pin worm infestation. The worms can cause itchy anal area. If you see worms you need treatment for that. If not just try to eat vegetarian diet and stool softness for a week and see if it is relieved. You may also apply an anti-inflammatory or antibiotic cream to the area. Please try that and consult again if you need more help. Take care and have a nice day.
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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type My son has developed a dime-sized soft moveable knot on back of his neck by the hairline? He has been doing some strenuous running in cross country-could this be the cause or should I have it checked out?
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Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He may have some enlarged lymph node due to reactive hyperplasia or some soft tissue tumor like lipoma. He should go for examination and if needed go for biopsy of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health.
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My the front of my bottom gum is sore. Not the entire gum, though, just a small area below one tooth. It is a little inflamed and redder than the rest of my gum. There s no real pain unless I touch it. I m not sure what is wrong with it. Should I just take an aspirin or is it more serious than that?
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Hello thanks for consulting at Chat Doctor.the gum in lower front tooth could be due to gingivitis and periodontitis if the etiology is due to tartar or calculus, it could also be due to deep dental caries resulting in periapical abscess, so get an Iowa radiograph done to check for bone loss, depth of caries if any, also take a course of antibiotics and analgesics for the same under the guidance of your physician.hope it helps, take care,
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gud evning sir,i had already 3 missed ab.my last 1 was on 1st feb now its already 4 months passed away.today my dr advised me to go 4 two opt. either i should go for natural pregnancy tht contain risk of missed ab. too or go for ivf.can u suggest me wht should i do
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Hi, I think you should go for evaluation first. Do a thyroid profile and APA profile too. Talk to your doctor regarding this. These tests can help you know the cause of abortions. You can take some extra medicines like progesterone, aspirin and heparin as soon as you get to know about your next pregnancy. You can conceive naturally. In IVF, they will know about the quality of embryos, so chances of abortions are less. But you can give a try to conceive naturally also. Hope I have answered your question. Regards Chat Doctor.
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I WAS DRIVING TO WORK IN THE MORNING AND I FELT LIGHT HEADED THEN MY VISION WENT BLURRY AND GREY AND I PULLED OVER THEN I HAD PALPITATIONS AND OR FLUTTERING IN MY HEART IT LASTED ABOUT 10 SECONDS THEN I WAS FINE ALL DAY. THIS NEVER HAPPENED TO ME BEFORE.
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DearWelcome to ChatDoctorWe understand your concerns went through your details. I can understand. The first question you should ask yourself is where I stressed? Stressed people, when in traffic, or Chat Doctor. Such an external strong stimulus gave you blurred vision, and you got panic and pulled over. Panic is enough to cause you palpitation. When you realized there is nothing wrong, everything became alright. Don't worry. You have not given your age. You may consult your physician and get an EKG to be doubly sure. If you still need my assistance in this regard, please use this link. http
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by mistake i dropped some drops of sperms on my partners vagina. i was in undergarmnets, whereas she was without clothes. Though she has taken Unwanted 72 within 20 hours, is there still a risk of getting pregnant? how would she be confirmed after consuming the pill that she wont get pregnant .We never had sex.
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Hi, When did your partner have her last census. The first seven days and the last seven days of menstrual cycle are considered safe. If you have had sex during this period you need not worry. If you have sex on days other than safe period then there is possibility of pregnancy. Even one sperm is enough to cause pregnancy. So it is good that she took unwanted 72. Unwanted 72 is very effective in preventing pregnancy. If taken within 24 hrs of unprotected sex it is 95% effective. So there is a small possibility of method failure resulting in pregnancy. If her period is delayed for more than a week from her due date she must do pregnancy test. To avoid such unnecessary stress I advise your partner to consult her doctor and start regular contraception like hormonal contraception or intrauterine devise as they are very effective in preventing pregnancy. I also advise you to use barrier method of contraception like condom to protect yourself from STDs. I hope I have answered to your satisfaction. If you have any further queries do contact me through Chat Doctor
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Hi Dr,my 2yr old son,has been having irritating cough,then later on will have an asthma attact is it save to give him Ascoril expectorant syrup.and he has been having an attact it s every month since February this year...won t miss any month till today...please help
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Hello, Thank you for asking at Chat Doctor. I went through your sons history and would like to make suggestions for you as follows
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Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...... hi i have slipped over and hit my whole back of body on concrete. i have a sharp pain in my sternum and at the joints of my shoulder. my chin is also locked up and i have a bad headache. is this serious
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Dear patient you have suffered blunt trauma to chest, shoulder and lock jaw which I think is serious problem. Don't take this lightly and get yourself examined from emergency services personnel. I would like to advise radiograph of chest and skull to rule out bony abnormalities. Also lock jaw required urgent treatment and reduction. Also, you are getting headache which might be due to head injury. If you get vomiting or convulsions kindly do CT scan of skull plain SOS contrast. All the best.
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Iam 56 yrs.old working lady and my height is 5 3 . From the last six month, i am having severe pain in left knee. I have got x-ray of both knee, in left knee gap is seen thin as compared to right knee while walking or standing i am receiving severe pain in my left knee.pls. advise.
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Taking your age in consideration and considering your x-ray picture described by you, I am of opinion that you are suffering from osteoarthritis.It's an age related condition and tends to worsen with activities. Treatment for this condition is both non-operative and operative. Usually people are managed non operative by exercise to strengthen muscles around knee, lifestyle modifications like not to sit cross-legged and abolishing or modifying activities which cause stress in knee joint, Use of walking aids like walking stick and adequate pain relief.However, if nonoperative treatment fails and pain is so severe that affect patients life activities very much we advise surgery In my opinion please visit orthopedic surgeon so that he can assess you clinically, radiologically and provide appropriate treatment considering severity of your illness.
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Dear Sir, My father has complained of dryness in chest and breathlessness. We have admitted him in hospital where doctor has diagnosed his with cardiac problem. My father age is 74 Years and he is chonic Diabities Patient but not on insulin. Please find attahed report and discharge summary and suggest future course of treatment.
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Hello, Your reports are not available here, you need to re-upload it. There is probability of heart failure is there, and he should limit his fluid and salt intake. He should have a healthy lifestyle like avoiding fatty, oily and high calorie diet. Have low salt diet and monitor blood pressure regularly thrice a day for one week then once or twice a week. Regular exercises like brisk walking, jogging according your capacity at least 30 min a day and 5 days a week. Eat lots of green leafy vegetables, fruits, fish once or twice a week, avoid meat. Avoid smoking and alcohol if any. There shouldn't be abdominal fat deposition or obesity. Get your lipid profile tested once. Avoid sweets and refined food. Regular sugar monitoring and HAC should be in a range of 6.5 to 7 or maximum 7-7.5. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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I feel pressure in my head then I feel waves like if I move my head in a certain direction I feel like the inside of my brain moves in slow motion what causes it and does it have a name and how can I stop it from happening it doesn t happens often but when it does it last for a couple to a few days
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Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post can be attributed to pathology in the Vestibular Apparatus in inner ear (it is associated with maintenance of body posture & balance) most probably Labyrinthine or Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. Symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of Vestibular sedatives like Betahistine or Linearizing preparations (to be taken only under the guidance of a Physician). If it still persists, then you need to consult your Physician/ Neurologist & get a complete clinical examination done. Investigations like estimation of blood pressure, blood sugar levels, serum electrolytes & vestibular function tests will be required to rule out any pathological cause for the symptoms. There is no need to worry, you will be fine. Till then, maintain adequate HY Chat Doctor. And also take precautions of getting up from bed slowly & avoid sudden head movements. Wishing you a Good Health. Take care.
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I have a strange vibration sensation in my leg just above my knee. I am 41 and healthy. just had a physical and blood pressure is good as well as cholesterol. I have had more sugar than usual this past week and have been smoking again. I am under the normal amount of stress. This sensation doesn t hurt but it is distracting and annoying. What is going on?
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Hello, The present vibrating sensation just about your knee can be due to either stress or due to recent high blood sugar level. I will advise you to do regular exercise is at morning and avoid high sugar foods. If this level of high sugar continue to be there after 10 or 15 days then I will advise you to consult your doctor and get yourself completely evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care
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hello , my daughter is 21months old and she had a bilateral inguinal hernia repaired when she was 11months.hernia come back both side after the repair then she had second time operation doctors found pea sized lump on her both side and they did a biopsy and also they checked her viginal lenth which is normal . Now i wonder my daughter is born with CAIS ,can somebody clarify for me please
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Hi, Welcome to this forum. Can understand your concerns. Repeated inguinal hernia can occur in a child in cases of postoperative complications, concomitant diseases like to Tuberculosis, premature birth. Sinc, your child has already been operated earlier, we have to keep the possibility of postoperative complications as the first possibility. There are some diseases like tuberculosis, which is present can result in delayed healing of the hernia. This can also lead to repeated inguinal hernia. It is also seen that repeated in one hernia is more common in premature babies. I hope this will help you. Take care. Regards Chat Doctor.
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hello Doctor, My mom is 46 years old.recently she told me she had some pain like symptoms and she told me she feels water fountain like symptoms in her head.we check our family doctor,he get Xray and Ecg and he checked blood pressure. the BP is 80/200 and mom told to the doctor like stomach and chest burning symptoms . after this test he says high pressure and heart weakness.then he gave some tablets then today BP comes normal but he says the bad cholesterol lever is higher . please tell me about is it serious situation or the cholesterol tablet will cure and enough?we are from india. and one more question doctor what foods my mom avoid for BP and cholesterol? thank you
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Welcome at Chat Doctor I have gone through your query and being your physician I completely understand your health concerns. For how long you're suffering from it? Any other associated problem? Like diabetes ? Do u have a family history of heart problems? Based upon your history it appears she has got systemic hypertension. Which Chat Doctor. It will help your doctor to decide about the titration of the dose If I am your attending physician I will definitely look for the other associated problems. I will get her ECG along with ECHO. I will look at his kidney function tests as well as lipid profile.
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my brother has bipolar but refuse to undestand that is sick.he believe that is just a bit depressed and went to the doctor yestarday and refused the monthly injection but is still taking lithium.Is that possible that someone because of the condition the brain can not process that is sick?How can you give someone medication if he believe he does not need it?Is there a way to convince him that he has bipolar ?
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Hello, A patient experiencing a manic or hypomanic phase of Bipolar illness has no insight regarding his or her illness and therefore does not realize that he or she is ill. At least he is taking Lithium which is a good thing because Lithium is a very effective Mood stabilizer which can not only control his depressive or manic phase but can also prevent the future manic / depressive phase of Bipolar illness. Most patients are willing to take medicines once their symptoms are under control, and they realize that they need help to control these symptoms. You can discuss with his doctor about the option of increasing the dose of Lithium if you think that his symptoms are not under control. Once he started responding to medicine his doctor can explain to him the sign and symptoms of Bipolar illness. Please feel free to discuss further if you have any other doubt. Kind regards Vikas
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How serious is this disk problem please ? L3/4 desiccation with broad based central and left inferior foraminal disk protrusion. left foraminal and anterolateral annular tear. facet and ligamentous hypertrophy and right facet joint effusion. relatively severe superior L4 lateral recess narrowing as L4 roots descend and subarticular narrowing which may contact the dorsal left foraminal L3 nerve root.
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Your symptoms have to correlate with MRI findings.if low back pain and radiation is severe, then laminotomy, disectomy and laminectomy and fusion of L4,5 may be decided upon by a spine surgeon. I f no radiation, pain confined to low back moderately, then wearing lumbosacral support brace, Moral tab 1BD,p pregabalin 75\u00a0mg 1BD,methycobalamin 1500 I.u. tab once daily, hot fomentation, application of veteran TPS gel, physical therapy may be advised .
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I had swelling under my armpit a few weeks ago, the swelling has gone down but there is a lump, feels soft around the edges with a pea shaped hard lump in centre. I am 53 years old with a family history of breast cancer. Have had a few biopsies in the past years and all have come back clear. Have very dense breasts also. Having an ultrasound diagnostic mammogram in a few weeks. Should I be overly concerned
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HI, Thanks for the query to Chat Doctor. Treatment for painful lump in armpit-A pea sized lump with dense breast should not worry you much. In my opinion, as the swelling has gone down lately, this lump is mostly-Boil in the armpit. Treatment is needed only if it grows in size again, as its dormant now and harmless to you. Consult a surgeon when it grows, and he would treat it accordingly with antibiotics. As you are going for mammography soon, it would resolve this lump issue also. Hope this would help you to plan treatment with mammography and ER doctor. Welcome for any further query to Chat Doctor. Hit, thanks. Good Day. Chat Doctor. N.
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Hello, My father has been diagnosed with liver cirhossis and HCC. The doctors were to perform a liver transplant but intra-operation we were told that the operation cannot be done as the tumours are more than anticipated. Please advise what to do next.
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Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can. This is serious disease if cirrhosis is present and quitting alcohol is the most important thing that should be done. Also, medications which are hematologic should be avoided. This is necessary to prevent disease progression which is lethal in most cases. At early stages it can be treated with these measures but in case of progression. Diet should be balanced and healthy and get regular exercise. Limit high-carb foods such as bread, grits, rice, potatoes, and corn. And cut down on Chat Doctor.
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hy sir......... i was having pimple on my face from my childhood means teenage.. i tried everything to get rid om pimple and now pimple not there and my face has so many big pores and blackheads.... i jst want to know what are the techniques available for filling up my pores and how much does it cost for my treatment. thank u
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Hi, You have developed atrophic acne scars. These atrophic scars are broadly classified as rolling, ice pick and boxcar type. The treatment modalities will depend on the type of scars you have. Various techniques are
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I am very emotional lately, almost way to much. Everytime me and my boyfriend argue I feel like drastically freaking out including hurting myself. I always cause issues between us and i am constantly changing moods. I him and myself. I am worried about being bipolar or being emotionally unstable. yesterday I was pulling my hair out and giving myself bruises on my legs I m not sure what I should do.
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Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I suggest you not to over read into the symptoms and tag or diagnose self. Self diagnosis is dangerous practice. You are emotional. For sure. You are emotional because of some issues between you and your boyfriend. Due to those issues, you become emotional and obsessive in thoughts. Obsessive thoughts make you disoriented, and you are under manic behavior. The basic is always the \"issues\". What are they? If you are able to solve those issues, such behavior can be avoided for the time being. But still you need to learn not to behave in that way in the future. Experience shall teach you. Talk to your boyfriend or consult a psychological counselor. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe some psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition further. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck.
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About 2.5 years ago I have noticed a lump under my armpit. I went for surgery after 6-7 months I first notices this. After the autopsy it was discovered it was benign tumor. My surgeon told me 3 things about this
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Thanks for sharing your health concern with us!well, it is biopsy and not autopsy which is done after a persons' death...anyway, you are possibly suffering from a hypertrophic scar-like condition and as arm pit is normally wrinkling area, it is more in intensity. Not to worry much an opinion from a plastic surgeon is most welcome otherwise you can use topical lotions/creams with low dose steroid that will help to soften the tissue.all the best!
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our 4 month old son, who is exclusively breast fed, we think is starting to teeth. Recently we saw a little bit of blood in his spit up, and today his spit up had brown in it. He is otherwise happy, not fussing, no fever, and eating normally. Is this just from the teething or should we take him in to be checked for anything else?
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Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query. The bleeding from the mouth can be because of the teething, when the teeth erupt it penetrates the mucosa and can result in bleeding. The other possible cause can be a cut in the oral mucosa. Better to consult an oral physician and get it ruled out. If it is secondary to teethe or a cut, it will reduce in one or two days. After consulting an oral physician you can take topical anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. I hope my answer will help you, take care.
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Hi i had a root canal/stainless steel crown put on a molar tuesday using cement, i also had an extraction of a top tooth on the same side and 3 fillings....i waited until the numbness stopped after the dental work to start eating and i ate soft foods for 3 days, i have avoided chewing on that side of my mouth, ive been brushing my teeth softly, ive been gargling with warm salt water, i have been putting a icepack on the side of my face and i have been taking the ibuprofen prescribed to me....the swelling on the side of my face and soreness was improving..but just a little bit ago i was gargling like i have been doing and severe shooting pain started up for about a minute and a half then eased up until i gargled some more then it started up again for another minute so i stopped gargling, took ibuprofen and put the icepack on, now the pain has eased up again...so im wondering why the pain all of a sudden returned in the form of shooting pain while gargling...because i was doing better and following the instructions from my dentist, i know its only the beginning of the 4th day after the dental work im just afraid i might be having a set back when all i want to do is get back to eating normally...is the random shooting pain while gargling a good reason to worry that i might be having a set back or is my dental work phobia getting the best of me. Thank you in advance for taking time to read my concern and i very much appreciate any feedback.
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Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint sudden shooting pain after dental extraction during gargling that too after 4 days is not normal and can be due to nerve related pain. In case if the nerve is injured during the extraction procedure the slight stimulation can lead to firing of impulses and pain. But it will gradually subside as the healing will proceed. But in case if there are recurring episodes of same problem consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and investigations like x-ray or MRI scan can help in diagnosis. As of now continue to take painkiller like Ibuprofen and follow up with your dentist when you complete 7 days to check for proper healing is taking place or not. Hope this helps. Regards.
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My mother has cancer of the osophagus which has spread to the liver. She has undergone two sessions of chemo & decided not to continue. My mother had cancer some forty years ago also, & had her bladder patched due to the radium treatment for ovarian cancer. Over the last week she has become confused & although she appears well & without pain her memory over small things & she does not join in active conversation gives me cause for concern. She was always prone to water infections, may this be a cause for her confused state. I have made an appmt with her GP but wld like your thoughts on this prior my consultation
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Dear, As per your statement your mother is suffering for m Sage 4 esophageal cancer. Possibly there is spread to brain as well which you should rule out by consulting your physician and doing necessary investigation. Other cause may be senile brain degeneration which your physician will rule out. Chemotherapy in esophageal cancer with metastasis does not show good results. You should manage your mother symptomatically. Truly,
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you have been paid 9/8/15 for answers I requested for pain in my right leg and never got the answer. The doctor was working on the answer but when 28 % was done the program went off and I could not get it back unless I start all over and made another payment.
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Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have severe pain in the leg. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like muscle strains m tendonitis, deep vein thrombosis, arthritis, gout, nerve damage or slipped disk. I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination. Doctor may order certain tests like blood test, CT scan, physical examination and take history. Doctor may recommend physical therapy, which will be very helpful, muscle relaxant, nerve supplement along with stretching exercises. Doctor may also refer you to endocrinologist for diabetes problem or to neurologist for nerve problem. For now put your legs in hot water tub with Epsom salt for 15 minutes daily and take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes,
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Respected Sir, We are married for last 2 and half years and live at Ahmedabad.We are trying for conceiving and took treatment of infertility since then,but no positive outcome.All test came OK including semen test and HSG test. We came to delhi (our home town) and as per Gynac advise, we took D&C and PCR test and found PCR test +ve(NONTUBERCOLOUS MYCOBACTERIUM detected POSITIVE). Dr. Animesh Arya (MD medicine and speciliast in Tuberculousis diseases has advised wife 3 month medicine course for treatment of NTM of uterus. 2. Please advise the success rate of pregnancy after treatment of NTM of uterus. What precuations we need to take during treatment?(Can we make relation or we need to use protection)? Is there SPECIAL DIET regime to be followed ? 3. Please advise Sir. Thanks & Regards
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Hellonon tuberculous mycobacterium detected in menstrual blood have become common these days and with effective treatment it can be completely cured. Though I personally suggest the course of treatment to be 6 months. You can keep relations during the period, but you should use protection as conception is not advised when under treatment. As such there is no specific diet instructions, but you should follow a healthy diet and lifestyle. In case of being overweight you should try to lose some weight as it helps in conception. People usually conceive within 6 months to 1 year after treatment. Please keep in touch with your local doctor.
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The cohort study of coppenhagen city has determined that rbbb is not so benign or innocent in the absence of underlying cause. Please advise if this study is reliable and does it negate all previous studies. Is my benign complete RBBB (as told to me by cardio doc) with qrs
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Thank you for your question. The Copenhagen study that you have mentioned found that complete RBBB should lead the treating physician to look for cardiovascular risk factors and try to treat or modify them. Hence, if you follow a healthy lifestyle and diet, keep your blood pressure and blood sugar under check, and exercise regularly I believe you have no cause for too much concern. Just make sure you follow up with your cardiologist so that he can pick up any problems early if they do occur. I hope this helped and has put you at ease.
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Hi from march to april i had an ectopic pregnancy got treated with methotrexate now my pregnancy shows negative,....Today i am consulting a new doctor as we have shifted to a new place....This time i want to be carefull with my pregnancy so please tell me what questions or test should i ask my doctor to do so that i can know that i will have a good pregnancy for second time. please please help me how should i prepare for this ?
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HelloThanks for your query. Firstly, you need to wait for at least 6 months before attempting your next pregnancy. Take folic acid supplements meanwhile. If you fail to conceive after 3 months of trying to conceive, then consult your doctor and try to assess tubal patency by HSG. Screen yourself for common infections. Get Rubella vaccination done. Chances of repeat ectopic after one ectopic are higher, so have regular antenatal care and ultrasound screening right from the beginning. Take care.
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i am a teen girl. i have been experiencing this weird pain which seems to be in my heart area. it feels like a short stabbing pain and i get it often through the day. it has been worrying me that if its serious or not. also for 2 days now i feel this weird throbbing sensation in my right elbow. it happens about every five minutes. last question, i have been getting daily headaches. sometimes i feel pressure in one area mostly on the left back side. Im worried i might have a brain tumor because i experience blurred vision sometimes and muscle twitching. i am a hypochondriac always worrying about my health. i just want to live my teenage years happy without worrying. could this be stress also? i really appreciate you answering my question!
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Hello their understand your concern You are experiencing some sort of anxiety perhaps on account of a Mitral Valve prolapse syn Chat Doctor. . Please check with a cardiologist to rule it out on an Echo. The abnormal shutting of the valve sometimes creates a thudding effect which is experienced as a pain in the chest and some other variable anxiety arising symptoms.However, it is a benign condition and disappears with Aegean echocardiogram will reveal if it is searched for keeping the MVP in mind Hope I have been able to answer your query well !! Please do get back with your test results. Stay healthy .keep smiling
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Dear doctors, I had cut the side(where two fingers lay on each other) of my fingers while trying to split burgers. I cut was too deep and I could see the bones and tiny strings in my finger. Initially it didn t bleed much, then I felt dizzy I couldn t see well, inside my mouth went numb and cold and i felt so weak ( I wasn t panicking by any mean). Then I went to emergency, after waiting for two hours while bleeding so heavily the doctor decided that my finger doesn t need stitching. Without even cleaning my wound and only with simple bandage dressing they asked me to go home and take care of it. Now In the morning I feel severe pain not in the wound but in the bone of my ring finger. I feel very weak and cold, something like fever coupled with dizziness and lack of appetite. Would it be possible to advise me on this matter or if you think I need to see another doctor based on the mentioned symptoms. Many thanks
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Hi Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. U seem to have injured your soft tissues as well as bones that might be going into infection. Ideally u should get a X-ray done and should get the wound stitched. Consult a good surgeon immediately. Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries, feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks, Take care, God bless.
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two days ago i had really bad pain in my stomach for about 15 minutes and it made it hard to brerath. then it went away. then the nest day i got 2 bloody noses and i felt really hot. today i also feel really hot and had a bloody nose but my temp is 96 degrees
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Hi. You have a history of severe pain in abdomen for half an hour and bloody and feeling hot. The possible reasons are, Porphyria. You have to get a special test of urine, a simple one you can get this done at home. Keep the urine in a clear glass bottle and keep it exposed to sun-if Porphyria this urine will become red or brownish. Another reason can be bleeding in the intestine to cause it go into spasms. Watch for blood in stool or black stool suggestive of galena that is black stools as there is bleeding anywhere in the upper gastrointestinal tracts. You need
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I have this pain on my right upper back by the shoulder blade. The pain radiates to my right arm it feels that my right arm goes numb. I already went to the clinic and was told that I have a knot on my back that it could be a pinched nerve. I was prescribed methocarbamol 500mg, tramadol hcl 50mg, and ibuprofen 600mg. The medication takes away some of the pain for a little bit but I want the pain to go away permanently. I also tried heating and icing but to no avail. This has been going on for 3 days now.
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Hello and Welcome to Chat Doctor, Thanks for writing to us. What you are experiencing is called Radiculopathy. It basically suggests entrapment of a nerve root in your cervical spine in its origin or course. I suggest you to consult an orthopaedician nearby for a detailed examination. You may get the X-ray of the cervical spine under his/her guidance to look for arthritis or other changes in your spine. Your doctor after diagnosing the condition may refer you for physical therapy. The physical therapist will help you reduce your pain using stretches. The therapist will show you how to do exercises that make your neck muscles stronger. Hope this helps you. Wishing you good health... Regards. Chat Doctor. Orthopedic Surgeon.
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When I stand after sitting a while, sometimes I feel whoozie. my arms and legs get shaky, my head feels funny, things get a little dim. But I fight it and it pass. But it feels like I am going to fall with no control of my body. It is not a spinning feeling, Im having a hard time describing it, but it feels like fuzzieness and my legs want to give out nd my arms dont want to hold me up.
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Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Based on your symptoms, you could be suffering from postural hypotension. This refers to a Chat Doctor. This can be verified by checking BP in sitting/lying down position and then again in standing position. Are you using any antihypertensive medications? As some of them could cause similar symptoms. Finally, get your hemoglobin checked up, as low hemoglobin (anemia) could also cause similar symptoms. I hope my answer helps. Please get back if you have any follow-up queries or if you require any additional information. Wishing you good health,
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Hi i had a test in november which shows everything is normal, but i had recently blood test as i had itchiness all over my body for 2 weeks, and the result showed that the liver enzymes are so high, like sgot 529 , and akp 284 and jgt 787 , what can cause this happen?
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Hi thanks for asking question. Do you have done your USG of abdomen ?? Do you have high cholesterol and so on gall stone?? Here USG abdomen done to rule out gall stone and hepatomegaly. It might lead obstructive jaundice and so itching is present. If you have taken outside food then it might be hepatitis A as you have sudden presentation. Viral market done to rule out viral hepatitis. If you have habit of alcohol then also liver enzymes elevated, but presentation is not such a sudden. If having habit then stop alcohol Chat Doctor. Meanwhile, take ursodeoxycholic acid and less fatty diet. Cutt of oil in diet for few days. Fruits taken more.1 teaspoon licorice powder with honey taken daily. Papaiya seed with lemon juice also good herbal remedy. I hope your concern solved. If still need guidance you can provide follow-up report and still further guidance can be given...
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Hi am am 57 year old female and was diagnosed with Costrocondritis by my Gastro Dr, however, I dont know if it is acid reflux or the costocondritis that is giving me the problems my sternum hurts so bad that even the advil doesnt help, so I use heat, but I even have a problem swallowing my food because of the pain in my chest Im confused as to which one I should treat first
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Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, you are mostly having HERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). You are not improving with Advil (ibuprofen - painkiller), so Costco Chat Doctor. You are also having difficulty in swallowing. This also suggest possibility of HERD more. So follow these steps for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid hot and spicy food. 2. Avoid stress and tension. 3. Avoid large meals, instead take frequent small meals. 4. Take antacid like pantoprazole on empty stomach. 5. Quit smoking and Alcohol if you have these habits. 6. Keep 2-3 pillows under head in bed to prevent reflux. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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HI, I have been suffering from extremely painful intercostal neuritis for years after a surgery removing my intestines because they were twisted. Im going to pain mgmt now and because I got pain meds from my family doctor until I could find other help, they wont take over the pain meds. Why? Should I look for a new dr. thanks
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Hello, The whole point of pain management is to manage pain. In particular nerve pain has different Chat Doctor. In injured nerves, the prognosis for non-narcotic treatment is quite good with way better than 50 % having the pain more or less controlled by simple nerve pills like anti-epileptics at low doses. This might also be helped by lidocaine if the nerve is near the skin surface. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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For the last few days my lower back, on both sides has been aching. It seems to be in the kidney areas. Is it common for both kidneys to ache at the same time? No other symptoms. I have increased my water consumption and my urine is clear now. The aching has eased up a bit but still noticable, especially when getting out of bed, or off the floor from sitting. I am female and 56 years old. 155 lbs.I have been doing some lifting lately...
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Hi, Thanks for your query. After going through your query I came to know that you are suffering from chronic backache. It may be due to vitamin and trace element deficiencies specially vitamin D and vitamin B 12. You need to do MRI to rule out other causes. Back exercises, neurotrophic such as mecobalamine and analgesics (DICLOFENAC 100 MG SLOW RELEASE TABLETS) give relief. Sometimes vitamin D deficiency can aggravate this so serum vitamin D test is advised if it is lower than vitamin D supplementation will be required. Avoid long continuous standing. Sit in a straight posture. Eat milk, fruits and green leafy vegetables daily. You can discuss with your treating Doctor about it. I do hope that you have found something helpful, and I will be glad to answer any further query. Take care.
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My daughter has had a lump in her neck for about three weeks or so now. Ive taken her to the dr. Twice and had two sets of antibiotics. The first dr. said it could be there forever, the second said to take her back to the first dr. in two weeks if it wasnt better. Well its still there. Should I get a specialist to check it out?
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Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. The possible cause could be lymph nodal enlargement.2. This enlargement will be seen in presence of any infection / inflammation (it can be localized or generalized) so if you are aware of any issue, please treat the cause.3. The other possible cause could be lymph nodal pathology itself - for which you need to get an FNAC - fine needle aspiration cytology (sample of cells) to confirm.4. In this case I would recommend an ultrasound neck, which will help to evaluate the sours of the swelling, its nature (cystic, solid, mixed) and where all and what all its extending to.5. After that you can treat the possible cause - as many glands, congenital causes involved in this - so evaluate ant treat. Good luck. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you.
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I have a small fleshy growth inside my mouth on the cheek . I had a canker sore near the gum on the same side that has healed. I have gotton canker sores due to stress but this the first time I have found what looks like a skin tag in my mouth thought it was due to stress but it didnt go away when the canker healed. what could it be? thank you
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Hi, Thanks for asking the query, Canker sore can occur due to trauma physical or chemical or even due to stress. I would suggest you to visit to a Dentist and get the checkup done. Take warm saline gargles 3-4 times a day to give a soothing effect. Apply Colonel oral ointment or McCoppin topically over the affected area. Avoid eating of hot and spicy foodstuffs for some days. Take multivitamin tablets. Relief stress if any, relax and take complete rest for 2-3 days. Maintain a good oral hygiene, use antiseptic mouthwash gargles like chlorhexidine mouthwash twice daily to prevent super infection and promote healing. Hope this helps out. Regards...
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fATIQUE, TIRED, ITCHY SKIN ALL OVER, RED DOT RASH, GASSY AND SOME CONSTIPATION i HAVE UNBEARABLE ITCHY WHICH STARTED 2 WEEKS AGO, WENT TO dr AND HE SAID BACTERIAL FOLLICULITIS , HE THOUGHT RECEIVED CORTIZONE SHOT AND BACTERIUM (ANTIBIOTIC ) FOR TEN DAYS. rAISED RED SPOTS ON THIGHS ARE SHRINKINKING BUT ARE NOW STARTING ON MY NECK AND SCALP AREA. i AM SCARED AND MISERABLE
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Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of itchy skin and rashes which seems to be due to allergic reaction leading to dermatitis. Need not worry. I would suggest you to start taking anti allergic medications such as Allegra. You should apply a steroid ointment like cortisone over the rash area for relieving inflammation and itching. Application of calamine lotion will be effective to soothe the skin. Apply cold compresses over itchy rashes. If symptoms still keeps on persisting you should visit dermatologist once and get it examined. You should go for blood tests and start treatment after proper prescription. Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes,
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I recently had my gall bladder removed. All sites healed well apart from my belly button scar. The area is red and inflamed and I can feel a lump when I put my finger into my belly button. It feels quite large. I have lifted my 2 year old quite a few times and I know you shouldnt lift. But hard yo do when uou have a busy family life.
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Hello! Thank you for the query. Hole in belly button is usually the biggest one if it is about laparoscopy. Through this hole the camera is inserted and also gallbladder is taken out. That is why this area can give problems with healing. The large lump you have noticed in your belly button area is most likely hernia. Possible reason of it can be mentioned lifting your baby. Other possible reasons are wound infection, stone left in this area, irritation and inflammation due to stitches. I suggest you to visit your surgeon and have it checked. If it is a hernia, the wound needs to get healed completely and after that it can be repaired (for about 3 months). If this is other mentioned condition, the wound needs to be checked and possible fluid Chat Doctor. Hope this will help. Regards.
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My father has had shingles and the nerve pain is going on two months. Getting a pain shot is taking over a month to get in. Is there any type of numbing spray that he could use so he has a little bit of a life until he can get a pain shot. He has no life right now.
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Thanks for posting your query to Chat Doctor . It is a neuropathic pain, so you can take Preganerve-M two times a day contain pregabalin 75\u00a0mg and mecobalamine 750microgram. Some patient experience nausea after its ingestion so if you feel like this no need to stop medication but take Pentoprazole40mg once in the morning and continue treatment for 1 month. Hope I have answered your question. If you would like some more information I will be happy to provide. You can also write a review for me. Wish you good health. Chat Doctor.
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I woke up last night the air conditioning was on high but that s normal I am in Vegas and it s 112 I was not out in the heat for any length of time but anyway I had these uncontrollable chills I used all blankets turned the air off used a what pak but kept shaking and was SO cold i was aching in the legs and my fingers were so cold it lasted until I feel asleep I have never had anything like that happen before should I be worried?
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Hello, As this should be related to the vascular supply in the lower limbs a physician should be contacted for having a thorough examination of the body. As this kind of chills is common using the AC, but there might even be the possibility of an underlying cause. Fixing up an appointment with a physician should help him to understand the complaints better as what you mention here is too brief to come to a conclusion. Post a thorough examination you may be asked for some basic urine and blood routine. Medicines will be prescribed based on the provisional diagnosis. Rest assured. You should be fine soon. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Jay In Chat Doctor.
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MY NAME IS MANI SAGAR AGED 19 YEARS OLD FROM INDIA...I had the back pain,,,doctors said to take mri ,,ct scan,,x ray etc.,but they are saying nothing is the problem but i am suffering from pain severely for 4 years ......BUT my SPINAL CORD IS IN CURVE SHAPE...
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Hi there, thanks for your question. It is possible to have back pain associated with spinal curvature. Whether it needs treatment or not depends on severity of curvature, any outwards change in appearance and severity of pain. A well-trained spine surgeon can decide about appropriate action. Hence, would suggest you to meet a well-trained spine surgeon dealing with spinal curvatures to treat your back pain. All the best. Regards
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Overnight I noticed red itchy blotches like bites appear on the wrist and spreading towards the top of my right hand ...not in the palms. Its red in color, looks likes bites - but am sure it is not! and yes,it itches. Recently I had applied Thrombophob ointment on the same hand, prescribed by the doctor as I had long IV drips from the same hand. Could it be the result of the same? Doctors, please HELP! Thank you a zillion!
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Hi...dear XXXXX..., Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor., Red colored itchy blotches are due to ..., Irritation of chemicals..., No doubt U can get these lesions due apply of ..., Thrombophob ointment....ok., This is called ....IRRITANT DERMATITIS....,1) Apply Calamine lotion on affected part morning times.,2) Tab . Levocetrizine daily nighttimes.,3) Apply Dexamethasone and gentamicin combination nighttimes.,4) Tab Ofloxacin 200 mg 2 times daily for 3 days.,5) Take plenty of oral fluids and vegetables with fresh fruits.,
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Cant decide to tae out gallbladder having problems for four years but all test are negative hydrascan ultrasound etc i usome sed to drink no more can tolerate foods but not fried some drs want to remove gallbldder to see if it helps im on the fence i
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Welcome at Chat Doctor I have gone through your query and being your physician I completely understand your health concerns.... Based upon the history you have provided it is difficult to diagnose. In your history I failed to appreciate any indication for gall bladder removal. You should visit a gastroenterologist so that you can be investigated and examined properly.... Hope your query is adequately answered Regards Chat Doctor.
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Hello My menstrual cycle is reasonably regular but has been flactuating from 28 to 32 days. My last cycle started Dec 14 2014. Yesterday on the 22nd day while having sex the condom broke with semen getting inside. I am considering taking postinor but would not want to expose my fertility to unnecessary risks as I read that the consequences could be quite unpleasant and dangerous. Information is very different from this medication being absolutely safe to causing infertility.i am 27 so would like to have children in next couple years. Could you please advise. Thank you very uh in advance.
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Hello, Thanks for trusting us with your health concern. Ovulation occurs two weeks prior to the onset of the next menstrual period and this is the fertile phase when pregnancy can occur. Since you have 28-32 day cycles, your ovulation would occur from day 14 to day 18. The ovum lives only for 24 hours. Since you had the intercourse on day 22, you are safe. There is no need to consume the emergency contraceptive pill. The pill contains high dose of progesterone and hence can lead to hormone imbalance. Repeated pill usage can lead to infertility problems in the future. Hope this helps.
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hi iam 28+ female. I am taking betacap tr 40 for 7 days as doctor prescribed me. I went to the doctor and he checked me an found that my bp is 160/100. he told that it is not for blood pressure it isfor fast heart beat. am i a blood pressure patient. How can i reduce my Anxity. Please Help.
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Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Health anxiety is something we should know deeply to help reduce it. You are suffering from health anxiety. When you think about your health negatively, heart rate increases due to the Chat Doctor. Relaxation techniques, knowing that health is not a matter of grave concern but fate etc. shall help you to reduce your anxiety. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this website. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques which should help you cure your condition further. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck.
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I have been diagnosed after years of mis or not diagnosed with tri-geminal neurolgia. I have been given tegretol-xr 100mg 2 times daily. The last episode about six months ago it did not help. This time after the first day it seems to be working as the pain is gone. Should I only take this when the episodes start again. Sometimes I can go for a year or more with none. I dont want to have the liver side effects so only am taking when the pains start again.
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Hi, Thank you for posting your query. Yours is a very good question. Regret only helps relieves the symptom, in this case, pain due to Trigeminal neuralgia. So, it does not make sense to take regret for one year to prevent one episode of pain. So, in your case, you can take it as and when you get the pain. Most people have frequent pain, even on a daily basis, they need to take it every day. Best wishes, Chat Doctor.
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I have pain in my mid rif area in between the bottom of my ribs and down the right side of my abdomen. My abdomen feels stretched and tight and bloated. Feelings of sickness but not actually sick. I have back pain in the middle of my back and constipation. when I go to the toilet my stools have gone dark in colour last few days. I do suffer with high blood pressure and take lisinopril but other than that no other known health problems. Im 34 yrs old. what could be wrong?
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Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! I passed carefully through your question and would explain that your symptoms could be related to irritable bowel syn Chat Doctor. The dark stool may raise suspicions of gastrointestinal bleeding. For this reason, I would recommend performing some tests
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doctor my sis is 23 years old and has no allegy as of now , ven we dont have any family history of allergey.just 1hr before she because of normal cough and cold by mistake she took mobizox understanding that mobizox as paracetamol.now she is having red patches (small) in her body, and itching all throgh. nothing no cogestion or breatnig problem. wat to do. here in india its nyt 1 am and all medical shops are closed wat we can do at home or should i take her to hospital??
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Hello, thanks for your query, as such mobile contains diclofenac, paracetamol and chloraxazone. It's difficult to tell whicChatDoctorponent causing allergy. Its only itching without any chest congestion or respiratory problem, you can give simple tab.cetirizine or tab. Avil or tab.Allegra. One tab now. Like this cases requires observation. Do visit her for farther evaluation and treatment. All the best. Take care.
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When i was small that time my lips was in pink colour, now it has been changed to brown colour. How to get back my old lip colour. Could you please suggest me a way to change it to normal colour. Could you please explain what would be the reason for colour change
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Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. You have not mentioned whether you are a male or female. Most of the time childhood pink color of the lips gets faded. The pink color is due to the profuse vascularity of the area and the thinness of the skin covering it. With age the skin becomes thicker and this results in fading of the pink color. Smoking also causes the lips to become darker due to increased pigmentation. If you are female, apply lips stick which is the only remedy available.
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I have a dime sized lump on the upper art of my tailbone. I have not fallen anytime recently. It is red and it sends out a constant pain through my hips. It hurts to sit or lay down. Even standing is becoming difficult if I m not in a certain position. It s been about four or five days since I first noticed and has gone worse. There is no blood or pus build up and the swollen lump is hard. I saw other similar cases saying it was a pilonidal (sorry if misspelled) cyst, foliculitis, or a bone bruise. Id like to know which dounds the most like my situation. I didn t want to go to the doctor because its an embarrassing area, and if it is not something very concerning I would like to avoid a doctors visit.
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Hi...thanks for asking your question here in this forum... The lump in this region may be due to various reasons follicular. Pilonidal sinus or salacious cyst...I will advise you to see your doctor.he will examine you and give you proper diagnosis and will treat you... I will add that please don't get embarrass of doctor examining you...it's a problem and should be sort out...hope you get your answer. Thanks than
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got bitten at night in bed 5 weeks ago have been given anti biotics three weeks ago which seemed to clear the infection but now have a enflamed hard lump under the skin which is painful to touch. Been to hospital today after referral from doctor for xray what do you think it is as anti biotics cleared at first but this lump as re occurred.
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Hi, Dear,Thanks for your query to Chat Doctor. Dear I read your query and reviewed it with context to your query facts. I understood your health concerns and feel Concerned about them. Based on the facts of your query, you seem to suffer from-Bed Bug Bite with late Abscess at the site of bite. This painful hard lump is caused from the incomplete treated bed bug bite, which got re-infected even after antibiotic treatment 3 weeks ago. I would suggest you to rule out diabetes, as a cause of this recurrence of hard lump. Tab Advil 400 mg x 5 days time and SOS- I/D(Incision and Chat Doctor.
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My heart cat. was normal 05/27/14 .My Dr. James Nutt said I need to see a Lung DR. But he retiried without notice on 05/31/14 before he gave me my referal .He told me I needed to look into disability .That working at the rock querry was out of question . Help I can`t breath. Calvin Massenburg 919/368/4286
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Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. In my opinion since your cardiac work up is normal, we need to rule out pulmonary causes for your breathlessness. So consult pulmonologist and get done1. Chest x ray2. PUT (Pulmonary Function Test)If both of these are normal, I advise you to get done CBC and S.TSH to rule out anemia and thyroid problems. As anemia and thyroid problems can also give breathlessness. So consult pulmonologist and discuss all these.
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Hi! Im 41 yrs of age, hv always had a regular cycle... never a day here or thr..... ive missed my periods this month... im over 5 days now... having bad cramps in my stomach and pain in my lower back.... what can it be> and no im not pregnant as my husband has had a vesectomy done.... plz help
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Welcome to Chat Doctor .1. There are a number of causes which will gives you such symptoms.2. The possibilities are acute gastroenteritis / renal stones / gallbladder pathologies.3.uterine / ovarian pathologies do cause similar symptoms.4. If you are my patient I would start with examination and ultrasound abdomen pelvis done. Which will help me to rule out many causes and narrow down diagnosis.5. Depending on the findings' treatment will start. So I recommend get an appointment and see your GP and do needful things. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? Do not hesitate. Thank you.
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Mass felt to right of anus -- not obstructing having bowel movement but tender to touch. Almost feels like a sore muscle. Had stomach bug with diarrhea for three days - 10 days ago - went to bathroom a lot. Felt like even tho stool was softer than normal, I still strained because I had to go so much. Have slight hemorrhoid issues but never seen dr for. Then this mass showed up.
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Hi, Dear,Welcome to Chat Doctor. Based on the facts of your query, You seem to suffer from-Internal hemorrhoid Mass with sentinel skin tag with fissure in ANO, which seems to be tender to touch. You seem to have parotitis with false frequency. Treatment -Photocopy and Second opinion from Surgeon would fix the diagnosis of the Lump. Possibility of the Rectal Polyp needs to be ruled out.USG and Contrast Barium Enema would confirm any additional Polypoid Cold. Endoscopic resection with Biopsy, by Colonoscopies would resolve this issue. Would be by-Anal Dilation with High Ligation and Excision of the Internal Hemorrhoid Mass.Hope this reply would help you to plan further treatment with your doctors. Contact with a Followup Premium question to ME. Will appreciate your Hitting thanks and writing excellent review comments to help needy patients like you. Good Day!! Chat Doctor. S. Genl-CVTS
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hi , at the weekend i experinced symptoms that seemed like thrush as i have had this before, on monday i took the pill which you put up your vagina and also i use the cream 3 times a day last time i had thrush it got better after taking these however today i am in real bad pain i can barely move and was wondering whether this is normal or could this not be thrush ?
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Hi, this is not normal, and you may be having a different infection from thrush. The pain is definitely not normal. You will need to see your regular doctor for this.1. Pain indicates that the infection that you thought you have treated has worsened. Your doctor will have to do a spectrum exam and maybe send some swabs for further studies. Other infections such as vaginosis have to be considered.2. The other things to look at are hygiene (usage of pH-unfriendly vaginal cleansers, pantyliner, pads etc.) and your sugar control. Impaired sugar control can lead to recurrent infections. 3. Also, have you had your pap smear done regularly? 4. Any possibility and history of STDs? Thank you.
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Hi, my name is Emory. about a month ago I stared having pain in my abdomen and spasms that I could actually see while reclining. the pain was not intense just uncomfortable.. At this time the pain was not up around my ribs. I went to the ER ,they did a CT scan and found that I have gallstones. sense then I have started having pain around the ribs and while lying down can almost pin point the area exactly. But I am also swollen lower in my abdomen lower where I am having spasms. I have a appt. with a Surgeon on Thursday for possible GB surgeryl.I am worried that my GB is not the problem with the spasms. Do you think all stems from gallstones? Or could I I have two different problems, thank you
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Hi, I went through your query. Gall bladder stones often cause pain along lower border of right ribs or at the right shoulder or back. Stones can also result in colicky pain and spasms s in your case. If the stone occludes the neck of gall bladder it can get swollen, and you may feel a lump. But a lump could be there for other serious causes too. But since your CT indicates no other problem it seems gall bladder stones are responsible for your symptoms. Hope this helps.
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For the last few days Ive had a problem with swelling in my labia minor, and its sore and a little red. Theres no irregular discharge. It doesnt really itch constantly, just every now and then like normal, but it hurts to scratch. If I do scratch it quickly becomes irritated and burns a little (probably because its raw). Theres also a good deal of smegma, despite my attempts at washing every day. Whats wrong with me, and how can I fix it?
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helloThanks for query. Swelling of the labia minor with redness and itching strongly suggest infection of Vagina. It could be either a bacterial infection or fungal infection and has to be confirmed by clinical examination by a qualified Gynecologist and Swab test of a discharge from vagina. You need to take antibiotic like Augmenting and antifungal medication like Fluconazole twice daily along with antifungal intro vaginal medication. Maintaining a proper genital hygiene by cleaning vagina with Betadine Vaginal solution is very important to resolve the issue. Chat Doctor.
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Hi I have a lot of weight to lose i also suffer from PCOS , in past years been trying to lose weight My husband and i would like children unfortunatly hubbys sperm count is very low and i am not ovulating had 6 periods in 8 years! Docters solution is for me to lose weight but find it very difficult. Been very low since. I am 30 hubby 31 been trying for 10 years ttc.
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Hello, Loosing weight is very important to regain fertility in a patient of PCs. It is said that even if you are able to shed 10% of your weight, you hall be able to get your periods back. To shed weightage low carboy Chat Doctor. Since patients of PCs have increased insulin resistance, you need METFORMIN to reduce the insulin resistance. Insulin resistance causes a build up of insulin and sugar levels in the blood which results increased production of male hormones in body. These increased levels of male hormones result in acne, infertility and WEIGHT GAIN. You must consult a dietician for the desired result as you are already 30 years and getting old as far as issue of pregnancy is concerned. Consult a Gynecologist or a physician and start taking METFORMIN 500 mg twice a day, under his advice. Thanks
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