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My dad has been becoming more forgetful recently and has a family history of Alzheimer s Disease with a sister who had advanced stages when she died. I ve been researching Axona and was curious if it would have any effect on someone without a diagnosis of Alzheimer s or if it could even be prescribed in his case. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | None of the medications we use for Alzheimer's is preventative. They were not researched in that way nor are they indicated for prophylactic use. Axon is actually a medical food supplement and should not be used in people with metabolic issues such as diabetes as it can cause ethnic shock and coma in extreme cases. I would not recommend the use of Axon in anybody without a diagnosis of Alzheimer's dementia and only under the direction of an experienced physician due to its side effects which in some cases can be severe enough for people to go the ER. Good luck. |
my husband has a cyst on his neck got it lance 3rd june, went back into hospital got it drain on 3rd july and he is for surgery today as it has got very big, the opening is still there but there is a lump fill up again below where it was lance.he has a cough with this i just notice the last 5 weeks, they are going to do a biospy today on | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I understand your health concern, if I am your doctor I suggest you that definitive treatment can only be possible after the biopsy. But after at all surgical therapy is the definitive treatment for all the lump. So you should be prepared for it. I will be happy to answer all your future concern. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious disease specialist. Wish you the best health at Chat Doctor. |
I have been diagnosed with mono. I have not taken any of the penicillin related drugs that aften cause a rash. However, I have broken out into a horrible rash that started as red raised bumps and is now turning purple it is extremely itchy and I cannot seem to get relief. Is this normal with mono. I have been to a doctor and have been put on a steriod which is not helping | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello dear, Thank you for your question. Infectious Mononucleosis, in the majority of cases, presents with mild rash. But in distinct cases the rash tends to be more severe, and these cases require a steroid regimen. Steroid therapy might need a few days to provide a visible effect. If you feel that the rash doesn't improve despite the therapy I recommend you consult an infection diseases specialist. I hope this helped. Best wishes, |
Hi. For the past 2 weeks i have had a very bad cough from which i ve experienced wheezing . I also had what felt like a sinus infection as my nose is clogged on one side at night and i ve had a yellow mucus from my nose and from my cough. When i went to the doctor he didn t prescribe antibiotics but inhalers for my cough. While the inhalers have helped 1 week later i still have the cough, wheezing, sinus congestion and now one ear is plugged. Is there anything I can do? Should i go back to my doctor? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | You should take a good Antibiotic witChatDoctorbination of Caroline like Azithromycin and Quinolone like Levofloxacin. You have to add Antihistamine like Levocetrizine with Montelukast and Anti-inflammatory Chat Doctor. Steam inhalation will be helpful. If the symptoms still persist even after above treatment, consult your Doctor and get X-ray PNS and X-ray chest, and proceed accordingly. Wish you speedy recovery |
my granddaughter was born August 18 her bilirubin level reach 17 today. She has the light blanket on nearly 24 hours a day. She has another blood test tomorrow, What are the risks of it going up. Should it go down. She is eating, sleeping, urinating and pooping good. Please help. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi and welcome to Chat Doctor. Thank you for your query. I am Chat Doctor, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can. Thisis so-called physiologic jaundice, and it should improve within 2 months after birth. There is no need to be worried. This is commonly seen and there are no consequences. Only if there is some liver disorder, which is rare, there may be treatment required. Otherwise, all she needs in sunlight for few days ADN it will be fine. I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time. Kindly regards. Wish you a good health. Chat Doctor. |
my son is 4 years old and i didn t know that my mother in law had alendronate sodium pills just laying out and he got ahold of them and told me he put one in his mouth but spit it out right away because it tasted nasty...is he okay or should i take him to the hospital? please respond as soon as possible very worried mother!!!! | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello dear! As your history suggest, he took a bit of a tablet and threw that too because of the taste. I think i completely safe in this aspect.i don't think there is any need of taking him to the hospital. The toxic dose is very high of this Chat Doctor. There won't be any side effect.Don't you worry. Hope it will help. Wishing your child good health :-) |
Hi I have been feeling very sick since yesterday morning and not really had an appetite due to feeling so sick. I was woken up at 5 this morning will a sharp ache in my right neck/ shoulder and I could not settle because of the pain. Eventually I found a position it didn t hurt in. But it is still giving me a lot of pain today. My boyfriend thinks its muscular but I don t know. It is making ne feel sick and it is hurting when I stand, move, and breathe but only stood up. I was due on my period Thursday and still have yet to come on. I am new into a full time job and can sometimes be a little stressed. Is all this connected? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, As a first line management, you can take analgesics like paracetamol or diclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persist better to consult an orthopedic and plan for an MRI neck to rule out possible causes like cervical spondylitis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
Hello doc, During summer there are itchy red allergy that appears on my both hands, the moment i scratch it the swelling start and it become bigger round with water inside, but after summer they disappeared.I want to know the cause and remedy or does it have something to do with food intake,Waiting for reply.thank you | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello.thanks a lot for your query on Chat Doctor, looks like you are allergic to sun.it does happen to some people like that...better as a matter of precaution, do be protected from direct sunlight...wear long sleeve clothes.apply sunscreen lotion with good SPF, apply some cream to it.food also may lead to such a thing, but as it does not happen to you in winter rules out that possibilities.try out the safety measures.things will improve gradually |
Hi! So there is a boy in my class and I am very curious about what his disorder is so I can be more understanding of his outbursts. Sometimes, he will make random comments, have loud, uncontrollable laughter, or be quiet and rock back and forth. He doesn t have friends but is extremely intellegent and can hold an intellectual conversation. Although, today he was punching himself in the face. Do these symptoms lead up to any disorders? Please let me know. Thank you. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi.well this may be an impulse control disorder, a form of seizure disorder or a rare disorder called Tourette syn Chat Doctor. .whatever it is, he requires a detailed evaluation by a psychiatrist or neurologist.because these are curable although jeopardizing.you can talk to him about the issues if he is ready to listen.thus you can help.thanks |
yes thank you doctor sab, i have suffered active duodonal 3 cm ulcer before 30 months , for the diagnosis, i consumed omerprazole 2 months, antibiotic 15 days & avoid food , around 12 months i avoided the food like oily, hot & sour, drinks , but sometimes i want to drink al;cohol during party , is it ok or .......... | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor. Alcohol is a known causative factor for peptic ulcer. As you are a known case of peptic ulcer, whenever you consume alcohol you will have relapse of your symptoms. So, now it is up to you weather to have symptoms or not. Wishing good health for you. |
Hello, i am going for an operation on 4th sept 2012 as i have pre cancel cells that need removing and treating. I started with a light chesty cough on thursday but im hardly coughing at all and just feel it in my chest. Also i have hot sweats too. Ive been taking day and night nurse from the chemist and seems to be helping. Would i still be ok To go ahead with my operation or do i need to ring the doctor and ask or cancel? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | The information that you have provided is insufficient to give you reasonable advice. First, there is no surgery to remove pre-cancerous cells from the body. Second, none of your symptoms suggest that you have cancer or even pre-cancer. You seem to be suffering from a bout Cory and common cold. If you could provide information regarding any investigations that you have undergone or the nature of the surgery that you have been advised, I am may be able to enlighten you further. It would be a good idea to ask your doctor about this |
hello Dr I am a house wife 44 old and I am studding firs time Online from Aug 2013 first time my pain low back without frozen legs last Dec 2013 and my MIR showed multilevel degenerative disc with the most sever disease at the level of L4-5 . then I took methylprednisolone for 1 week and backed my healthy I really was so happy for 1 month and I Continued swimming up to now and but second time last week ago No Reason again pain my back start with frozen legs up to now and with swimming or Exercise relieve pain for 15 and again starting Difference pain and then I don t want to use methylprednisolone again . Also I never use Physiotherapy because of donot believe physiotherapy treatment What do you think I am ? Thank yo | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi it seems you have slip disc problem.in your query you have mentioned frozen legs what does it actually mean do you have numbness/tingling sensation in legs?please clear. As far as backache is concerned all you need is exercises for back. Take care. |
I have emphysema which has caused right side ventricular heart failure with cor-pulmonale, I have mild twinges on the left side of chest, they are stronger with exertion, but can feel movement when sitting still. I become short of breath with very little exertion, tire easly | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Thanks for your question on Chat Doctor. I can understand your concern. In my opinion, we should rule out left sided heart failure in your case. Right sided heart failure and cor pulmonale can lead to left sided heart failure. And this can cause left sided twinges, breathlessness on exertion and tiredness. So get done ECG, 2d echo and stress test (trade mill test). You may need diuretic Chat Doctor. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks. |
Hi I have felt small chest pains for a couple of days lately, comes on intermittently, and not really painful. Tonight I was having it every few seconds. It s a dull pain, and it seems to be mostly my right side, though a few times on the left. Should I be worried? I m 20 yrs., female, 145 lbs. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | NO, NOT TO WORRY precautionary go for X-ray chest PA........................................................................... |
Hi Doctor.I am feeling pain in my chest and back and also left hand and shoulder. I have checked with a local doctor who examined and removed an ECG. the ecg report and blood pressure was normal. Doctor said its bcoz of acidity and gave me a medicine. I am thirty years old. Can you please advise what is causing the pain??? Is it something to do with my lungs??? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi. The pain in your chest back and arm area could be originating from your neck. If upper neck bones are not free to move enough then there will be associated tightness in the muscles connecting neck and shoulder...which might be referred to chest and back if untreated... It is not necessary that you should have pain in your neck as well, you might have stiffness sometimes... If I were your treating doctor... I would like to examine your neck for intervertebral mobility and find out the facet joint or nerve getting irritated..... Mobilise your neck muscles and improve intervertebral mobility... I would recommend you to Keep icing your neck shoulder area especially around side of the neck... shoulder frequently... Gently knead the area to make out painful area over neck and shoulder and concentrate on kneading those areas... Keep your neck supported while sleeping... Maintain posture while working... especially if you happen to do desk job.not to bend too much time take frequent breaks. Ergonomic adjustments to be made to workstation to avoid prolonged neck bending... Gently stretch the neck and shoulder... to receive spasm and regain length of the muscles... If you have an Anti-inflammatory medication prescribed to you earlier than have them for 3 days... Take rest. Avoid lying on the affected side.... shoulder... Once pain reduced you can start with neck isometric exercises...ABD shoulder strengthening.... Hope this is helpful for you... Kindly revert in case you need any further assistance.... |
I have an allergy to acyclovir there is blistering and skin feels on fire dwellings on throat area ear broken out up into hair line Got antihistamine but doesn t seem to be working can t touch skin really painful I am sensitive to all medicines is there anything I can do to relief pain and burning | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Welcome to Chat Doctor, If antihistamines are not controlling the rash and blister caused by acyclovir. Some individuals may be allergic to acyclovir. I would suggest you1. Stop taking the Chat Doctor. You can apply cold packs on the lesions3. Moisturizing Creams like calamine lotion4. Oral steroids for 4-5 days. If your symptoms are not improving you can consult your doctor for further suggestions. Hope you find the answer in it. Thank you. |
My mom is cancer patient,previously we consulting doctors in Tata hospital Mumbai but due to low weight and over age they didnt given chemotherapy after once.they installed a plastic pipe to pass jaundice.n now she is not having any meal or proprietary food not using toilet also.what should we doshould i go to a doctor.if there is a hope to see her back goodplease tell me. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, welcome to Chat Doctor forum. I am sorry to know of your mothers' health, I can't give you un necessary hopes, and unnecessary advises, by taking her in and out of the house. I suggest some homemade remedies for just to prolong for some days, I advise you to give her fresh juice of palatable vegetables twice a day. Also give her glucose 10 spoons, in 50 ml of water as frequently as possible. Wishing for a quick and complete recovery. Thank you. |
I have been experiencing brain fog. Light headed, unable to concentrate. When out I experience anxiety because I feel I cannot concentrate on what people are saying. Headaches, fatigue, bloating , are also symptoms. I had blood work and ct and MRI were all normal. I am scheduled to see a neurologist this week. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello! Thank you for asking on Chat Doctor! Your symptoms seem to be related to the beginning of depression or just anxiety. Lack of concentration is typical of anxiety. As all your tests have shown a normal brain structure, many serious neurological disorders have been excluded. That is why I would recommend consulting with a psychiatrist instead of a neurologist, who is specialist of this field. A psychotherapist could also help improve your situation. Meanwhile, I recommend avoiding caffeine and perform a lot of physical activity (Yoga, sports, swimming, tennis, etc.) which can improve your situation. Hope you will find this answer helpful! Wishing all the best! |
my 19 year old son who has high blood pressure for years due to solitary kidney , with only small amount of kidney damage is complaining of left side back pain along with urine frequency, but no pain to urinate.... a complete feeling of not well..... he tested his sugar ( 15 ) but after a light meal..... im very concerned as there is a strong history of diabeties in the family .... he is also spills a lot of protein in his urine..... im trying to get him to call his kidney specialist but he refuses and says he will test sugar in morning.... concerned mother | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor. Looking to your sons' history, it seems that he has high BP due to kidney problem. Protein leakage in urine require quantification by 24 hour urine protein measurement. Check S. creatinine and sonography. Diabetes can be ruled out by fasting blood sugar and HbA1c measurement. Back pain may be due to other problem also-like spine related. If sonography of kidney is normal, you can do spine X-ray and consult orthopedic for that. I think this would be helpful to you. Best wishes. TC. Chat Doctor. |
Hello, My husband had his widsom teeth removed on Thursday and he experienced several complications. When they removed his widsom teeth they cut a part of his gum and the side of his lip. They had to give him stitchs and he is supposed to return on Friday. They prescribed a antibotic every 8 hours but I am concerned of the possible long term effects. I have read online where people have died from getting their wisdom teeth removed and I am very concerned and I am not sure if he should go to the same office or see a specialist as they dont seem to know what they are doing. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Antibiotics are very necessary after extraction of any tooth most commonly it is given only for five day its may be two times in day or three times in day it is depends on the types of antibiotics .in the case of wisdom tooth extraction there is some complications are seen most common are swelling on the respected side it may be subsided with in two to three day .if you take proper medicine at the time and worm saline rinses done 4-5 times in day there is no requirement to meet the specialist for this case. |
Hi, DOC, I have cough with Phlegm and difficulty to breath specially at night, i took so many sirop for cough but doesn t work, i think i need strong medicine like antibiotics but i don t like it because some of them i took before give me skin allergy , please can you suggest any antibiotic without this side effect?? Thank you | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Welcome to ChatDoctorYou are having cough with sputum more so in night, there is possibility that you have chest infection along with bronchospasm and inflammatory reaction (Bronchitis). I suggest you to visit a Physician who will examine you and this is very easy to diagnose and if required Blood count and X-ray chest and Lung function test may be performed. Then proper treatment of antibiotic, bronchodialators, steroids oral if required may be prescribed to you, and you will improve in few days. If Asthmatic reaction is there inhalation therapy is of great help. You can always say which antibiotic you have allergy as there are many other groups from which safe antibiotic may be given. It would be unethical to advise Chat Doctor. Please visit a Physician you will be taken care. Good Luck |
My CPK was tested an it is very high its 1073 and CK MB is ok at 05. I have had this for sometime now. I find it a bit difficult to walk. My leg musles are weak. How can I get over this. I know its not going to asimple solution. I will be happy if you can direct me towards a solution. Thank you Franklin | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, High CPK can be there due to following reasons:- Some medicines like statins, vibrates, antiretroviral, beta blockers etc.- 24 hr after severe exercise- Polymyositis, dermatomyositis and other connective tissue disorders-Cardiac problems like infarction- Endocrine disorders like hypo or hyperthyroidism- Viral infections If muscle weakness is only symptoms you are not getting relief from any treatment then you should get a complete evaluation including endocrine disorders and should have a muscle biopsy to rule out myopathies. Meanwhile, you can do following:- Take a good analgesic like ibuprofen.- Chat Doctor. - Take supplements of vitamin E with L Carnitine. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
I am suffering from wheezing issue from four months now. I am adviced to take Montek LC tablet. I get itching sensation and also I think it does not help as still I have bad cold and cough. I cough so much that again wheezing starts. Nibulization is also not helping me. I am tired of meeting doctors and changing medicines. Please help. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | YOU ARE ALLERGIC TO SOME AILMENTS.THE CAUSE.IT MAY BE INDOOR PLANTS, ANIMALS,DUST,Housefly, EGG,MILK, ANIMAL, SMOKE, FUMES,BLOOD TEST FOR, TOTAL EOSINOPHIL COUNT, IGE, SUGAR,URINALYSIS.STOOL EXAM.FOR OVA & CYST.IF NOT CURED, I WOULD ADVISE TO GO FOR ALLERGY BLOOD TESTS, SKIN TESTS, TREATMENT DEPEND ON CAUSE.MONTE CAC FOR LONG PERIOD IS NOT EFFECTIVE RATHER HARMFUL.YOU CAN TRY BEN Chat Doctor. CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR FOR MORE OPTIONS.FEEDBACK TO Chat Doctor. |
I am currently being treated for carcinoid which started in my colon with mets to liver. On the last MRI there appeared a 1.3cm nodule on the upper portion of the pancreas. Although it has not grown within 6mo. would you recommend an ERCP to evaluate/biopsy or keep it on the watchlist ? It s possible to do an octreotide scan but that would only rule out if it was an endocrine tumor. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Good morning Sorry to hear about your ill health would definitely not put you to ERCPInfact, I would like to perform EUS and FNAC of the nodule detected on MRI scan. This would clinch the diagnosis. Octreotide scan would highly suggest an endocrine tumor but cannot confirm ITECH is usually used to evaluate and/ or bile duct obstruction and pancreatitis hope this would answer your question wish you speedy recovery |
My husband is 57 years old, 179 kg., 6 5 who has had pneumonia over the past 4 or 5 winters. He was diagnosed with non-Hodgkins B-cell mediastinal lymphoma. The tumor begins at the base of his diaphragm and extended into his neck, compressing on his neck in several places causing him to feel as if he were being strangled. He also has SVC syndrome with the SVC being 95% occluded. His left arm and chest were greatly swollen with swelling in both legs as well, but less severe than in his left chest and arm. He was given one round of chemo using the R-CHOP, but in less than 48 hours he started feeling a tightness and pain in his left chest. He was given pain medicine and a CT was done. Cardiologist, Pulmonologist, and Radiologist were consulted. Multiple PEs were found in the lungs and a DVT was found near his left ankle. Previous testing before R-CHOP showed heart to have no problems. After chemo, PEs, and DVT, testing showed right side of his heart was enlarged due to PEs, entire body, including face swelled tremendously -- his face was unrecognizable for several days. Doctor started heparin for PEs and DVT. Also, his neck became swollen and had what we called a doughnut around it -- it eventually resolved along with the choking sensation. Within a day or two of the heparin being started, he developed a bleed in his back, near T-10 -- as if the pain in his chest went straight through to his back. This caused him tremendous pain. As the pain increased in his back, it decreased in his chest. Before the second round of R-CHOP two weeks later, my husband expressed his concern that if he were given the chemo before the hematoma in his back resolved that he would bleed again expanding the bleed. The doctor said he did not think that would be a problem, but that if it did, he would give zinecard to avoid muscle damage. The morning following the second round of chemo (a Sunday), my husband had a severe burning pain in his back (he was still on pain meds due to the pain in his chest) and he felt and we could see a huge mass in his left lower back that was very warm to the touch. Dr. on call said zinecard would not be helpful and refused to give it and only authorized increased frequency of pain medicine. This, of course, did nothing for shrinking the mass and did little for the pain. The blood began tracking down his back and a new bleed started down low, just above his backside crack and then began spreading below that onto his bottom. His entire lower back was black, blue, and deep red and then it started tracking to both sides. He felt like he was on fire. Nothing else was being done for him. We were horrified and aghast and no one had any answers for us, but they wanted to do chemo again in two weeks. Needless to say, my husband was NOT agreeable to that as he feared he would bleed again. His red blood count numbers dropped to 6.4 and 18. In the hospital, we put large hospital ice packs on his back and sides -- it took 12 of them and we had to keep refilling them about every 5 to 6 hours. The cold would bring on muscle spasms, so he was given a muscle relaxer as well. That was 6 weeks ago -- the mass in his back is still the same size and my husband is still in terrible pain. Some of the swelling has gone down in his left arm and chest and tremendously in his feet and legs. He has not received any other treatment and the doctors seem to have no clue as to what caused the bleed in his back or how to proceed. After the second round of chemo, we were told that the tumor shrunk by 30% and that the SVC had opened up some, but no one knows why he is still swollen or why the huge hematoma is not resolving. The tracked blood in his back has mostly resolved, but the area is darkened where the blood had been. The lung has created new pathways through the PEs and there is no word on the DVT. After 32 days in the hospital, my husband was released and is still on large doses of pain medicine, Zofran, and Lovenox. He is nauseated, in terrible pain, and is not eating. Four weeks ago, his blood tests showed that he has low protein and low albumen. Nothing is being done about this and my husband now has hanging skin from losing too much weight too quickly. I have brought this to the doctor s attention several times, but he has done nothing about it. My husband has dropped almost 30 kg in 2 months and the doctor has not adjusted his Lovenox dose, which is weight based, and he has not even gotten a weight on him. Our last visit was 3 weeks ago. My husband lies in bed all day feeling sick and in pain. He was once a very strong man who endured lots of pain without a word of complaint. In 30 years of knowing him, he used pain medicine only when his wisdom tooth was extracted years ago and when he broke his RIGHT (NOT LEFT) ankle 25 years ago. He says that it is a burning, searing pain in his back and he and I believe that the chemo is in his muscle and affecting his nerves as well. It is very difficult for him to walk because he can t lift his legs. I have to physically help him move his legs. Can somebody please tell us what to do BEFORE he becomes paralyzed and the tumor starts growing again from lack of treatment. We are getting NO HELP from the doctors. The doctor now wants him to do radiation and we have an appointment scheduled for Thursday with the Radiation Oncologist. I doubt that he will even be able to get out of bed to get there. For the last 2 weeks, he has become incredibly nauseated and for no apparent reason, he has started losing his hair again -- it is all over his pillow. This seems to us to indicate that he still has that chemo sitting in his body. He also has lost all of the hair under his left arm (which is the side that is still quite swollen). His bowel became impacted last week and our doctor told us to go to the ER and said that my husband would get a neuro work-up while he was there. He indicated that my husband would be admitted because he asked us to go to a different hospital than the one we wanted to go to because he preferred the Oncology service there -- there is no Oncology in the ER, only on the Oncology/Hematology floor of the hospital. After spending 15 hours in the ER with no water given to my husband (even though I had requested that the nurse give him some as he could not urinate for them to test it and he was losing a ton of fluid through his bowel), the ER released him with only running an MRI, but he was NOT admitted nor was any neuro testing such as a nerve-conduction study done or recommended. My husband was taken out of our vehicle when we arrived at the ER directly onto a bed because he is so incredibley weak and wasted. We were told that the MRI showed no change and I asked no change from what because my husband had never had an MRI before. The nurse could not answer the question. My husband now has no control over his bowel --his stools are liquid and just runs out of him. He is wearing diapers to be on the safe side. We fear that the chemo has damaged his bowel, which we wonder is what maybe caused the impaction in the first place. He has lost all sensation in his left arm, hand, and fingers and his chest and arm are still swollen on that side. He has lost the sensation in his right arm, hand and 3 fingers on his right hand. He has lost sensation in both of his legs and feet. He feels numb and has tingling sensations in all arms, hands, legs, and feet. We feel he is becoming permantently paralyzed. We also fear him getting radiation because we do not know if he still has chemo agents still in that swollen mass and muscle in his back. Is it safe to have radiation if chemo is still in the body? Is radiation 5 days a week for 5 weeks straight safe or usual? Also, since chemo was injected directly into his vein and was carried through the blood and the bleed in his back restarted within hours of the second round of chemo and chemo was still in his blood, can you please explain why the doctor insists that there was no chemo leaking into my husband s back? Does it somehow magically disappear? We fear that my husband has been chemically burned on the inside and that his muscles and nerves and maybe tissues have been and are still being destroyed by the chemo. Is there anyway to get that stuff out of his back at this point? Is there an expert out there that can help us? We are so DESPERATE!! He needs to be seen by someone who can help him!! He feels like he is slowly dying. PLEASE, PLEASE HELP US!! We still have children at home and we do NOT want them growing up without a Daddy (like both of us had to). Thank you so much!! | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | You can opt for HomoeopatChatDoctorode of management. As Homeopathy is side effectless and very mild to act in oncological cases where immunity gets very heavily deranged. Homoeopathy treatment needs a thorough Case taking to select proper Medicine which needs thorough detailed Case history and reports. HOMOEOPATHY MAY WORK WONDER IN THIS CASE IF TREATED CAREFULLY. |
hi im having abdominal pain but i have been having this pain for a while i have went to the hospital n they did ultra sounds and ct scans and didnt find anything but the past couple of days i havent had any pain maybe because i was on my period but the day it was over the pain came back | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi. Good thing is son and CT is normal. There are many diseases which do not show on these investigations. You may please try a full course of an antibiotic and metronidazole and antispasmodic tablets as advised by a Doctor as this needs a prescription. What are the other symptoms you have? |
Our 30 year old son is 6 ft. 5, overweight 320. Smokes cigarettes , probably at least a pack. He has been unemployed for 2 years, has mental health issues & gives plasma for money. Recently he has been turned down because of high blood pressure (160/90 a few times then 130/90) and for the last month a pulse rate of at least 103 & more often 108. He is on state aid healthcare & has an appointment for December 15 with a doctor. He works out at the gym intermittently, starting back a few weeks ago. Does the elliptical machine & then dances & stretches. He has at least two cavities & is in need of deep cleaning, but most not covers by his healthcare & he is resistant to our advice to go to a dental school & we will help pay. My most immediate concern is his pulse rate & blood pressure. I read somewhere that he should go to emergency that it is dangerous. Could you let me know your thoughts. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | High BP of his level when sustained for along time can cause problems and is not an emergency. His high pulse rate is only because of lack of regular exercise. He should give up smoking completely and lose weight at least about 50 lb. He should restrict salt in his diet. |
My daug ht er will be 12 months old tomorrow and we switches her to whole milk abput a month ago when I found out I was pregnant again. She was a breast fed baby. She seemed to be doing ok with the whole milk until 2 days ago. Now after.she drinks it she throws up and it looks like cottage cheese and smells really bad. Whats causing this? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Better start some formula milk as whole milk is not suiting your baby most formula milk with multinational brand are better |
I am an alcoholic and have been sober 6 years. While drinking I was told I had fatty liver after an ultrasound to evaluate why my liver enzymes were so elevated. My enzymes are still slightly elevated so i was sent for another ultrasound and the fatty liver remains though I m not overweight. I have been referred to a specialist and guess they may do a biopsy to determine if this is simple fatty liver or intrinsic liver disease . Since the liver still appears fatty after all this time, is it evidence of cirrhosis? I have no symptoms, but am nervous. I m a 58 year old woman. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi there, Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Fatty liver and cirrhosis are two different things. Fatty liver is at one end of the spectrum and cirrhosis on the other end. Alcohol intake for long period of time can cause both these conditions. It would start with fatty liver and would lead to hepatitis and eventually to cirrhosis. A fibrosis or a liver biopsy may be done to see whether you have developed cirrhosis. Is this answer helpful? |
I get cramps or cramp like symptoms in my legs even though I know I am well hydrated. It feels like the cramps are in my tendons and not muscles. Sometimes they go from my feet all the way up my legs and into my hips. Sometimes I get them in both legs at the same time. It is extremely painful and makes it impossible to walk or move. Any thoughts | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Thanks for your query. Your description suggests that you are getting cramps in the calf muscles. Cramps are painful spasms in a muscle and are often caused by overuse, deny Chat Doctor. Following measure will help-* |
I just started taking femodene today after consulting with a family planning nurse since the cerazette i was previously taking was not working with me. I just read up that femodene has caused alot of deaths and now i am panicked about the serious side effects and want to return to my cerazette.. what can I do? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi dear, and thanks for your query. As other birth control pills and phenomena has many side effects. But serious side effects need time from its use. Take it as prescribed from your doctor and don't worry. All the best |
Last One month i am geting shooting pain in abdomen and it starts early morning at 3.30 to 4 am. Dr asked me to do sonography and OGD scoppy. It is done and observations are : Fatty lever and gastritis/ lax cardia . Dr. has prescrived ursocol 150 and rabonik and sparacid, i am taking all these medicines but no relief yet, any more investigations required ??? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Gastritis will take some time to settle. Due to lax cardiac there may be gastric regurgitation and you problems. You may continue the medicine and wait for some more time before going for any further investigations. |
Hello Doctor, My Son is 4 years old.He always sneezes in the morning and is always has mucus in his nose.I have tried all medications but his cold never seems to reduce.Is it got anything to do with eosinophil count or any food allergies.What do I do | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, thank you for choosing Chat Doctor. Is your child having itching near his nose and picks his nose? If so he may be suffering from allergic rhinitis which is causing all the symptoms. You can try simple anti-allergic medication like Levocetrizine or montelukast for a few weeks after consulting your pediatrician. If they are showing no response your can also try intranasal steroid puffs. Hope this has helped you. Your vote of thanks is appreciated, Good luck, Chat Doctor. |
I have a history of kidney stones and I have one, possibly more passing. I usually do not go see the doctor for them as I have passed more than twenty at this point and I just deal with it. I was recently diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes and usually it is well controlled. Today my sugar has been consistently over 200. Could the kidney stone be causing my sugar to spike? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, no there is no way a kidney stone can cause your sugars to go high. For your problem of recurring kidney stone which according to what you said are not troubling you, you could just consult a dietician because many times modifying diet also can reduce recurrence of kidney stones. For high blood sugars also you need to modify your diet and should have low sugar diet and moderate amount of exercise. I feel you should consult a dietician for your both problems. If blood sugars don't get controlled even after proper diet then you should consult a doctor for anti-diabetic medications. |
For the past 2 months I have been having rectal bleeding with mucous and blood clots. I have the urgency to have BM s continously thru the day but upon applying pressure its just blood. I am 54 yo female student and have no insurance at this time. I have been taking Miralax daily as well as the probiotics for colon health. I have been experiencing abdominal pain primarily right side radiating to my back along with peridioc colickly abd.pain. Its very bad today should I go to ER. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello! Your symptoms are very serious, and a colonoscopy should be done as soon as possible. This might be signs of colorectal cancer and should not be ignored. Abdomen ultrasound or CT should be performed and blood tests as well. Hope this will helpRegards |
My 10 year old son had a sudden onset of stomach ache with fever of 101.6 and body aches. No vomiting or diahrea. He is very misreable which I am sure is partly related to fever. Gave him tylenol. Do you think this is a virus or could it be related to something he ate? I worry about ecoli. He is about 4 feet 4 inches and 65lbs. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, From history it seems that he might be having stomach virus giving rise fever and generalized body-ache. Continue giving Tylenol as and when required. Give him plenty of water and liquids. Give him light food. Ok and take care. |
I got bit in the palm of the hand by a dog 6 mons ago and have developed a trigger finger(middle one) with swelling & pain in the palm plus a rather large lump & scar. using a splint at night & stretching plus anti inflammatory drugs but not working. whats next? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to Chat Doctor. I read and understand your concern. I am Chat Doctor answering your concern. All measures you have taken is right and appropriate. I advise you to take good care of all the things you are taking right now. If even after a month or so if trigger finger is not released than you should think of surgical repair. Remember that surgical repair is always a last option to take care for. I advise you should first try out manually if it's not possible than its surgery. Physiotherapy always play a great role in the management of such case. Even after surgery doing physiotherapy can help you. You should also think for electrotherapy. It is also a part of physiotherapy and helped a lot to many people. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/ Chat Doctor. Thank you, ChatDoctorInfectious diseases specialist, ChatDoctor |
hi i have burning under my right shoulder im pretty sure its nerve pain its been going on for eleven weeks now had a mri at 6 weeks witch said i had a t7/t8 right paracentral disc protrusion resulting in mild canal stenosis everything else seems ok now but the burning pain wont go away how long to that pain goes ? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Most probably it will be due to neuropathic causes. As a first step, you can take analgesics like Gabapentin for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist better to consult a neurologist and get evaluated. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
I am trying for a baby since 3 months,but not able to ejaculate inside her.For now i am masturbating and when i reach climax i put head of penis inside her and will release sperms. then i will raise her back by keeping a pillow to make sure the sperms flow downwards. Is this the right method.Can my wife become pregnant with this. Please give us a solution. We are really worried. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Your way of ejaculation inside the vagina is perfect if there is no ejaculation by normal sexual intercourse. Anyhow sperms enter into the vagina and so also move upwards cervix and in uterus and travel to fallopian tube for fertilization. Everything is perfect, so need not worry at all, since only three months passed. Wait for another six to nine months for getting pregnancy. Still, if you are very eager then get in semen analysis and then deal according to condition. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. |
I just received test results back from some lab work I had done for Life Insurance. It shows that my total Biliruben levels were considered "High." It has my level reading a 2.02. I did make an appointment with my PCP, but I am a bit upset and concerned. I know that Biliruben is important in liver and pancreatic functions. The only other two tests that were a bit off were my specific gravity 1.035 (High) and my glucose 60 (Low). Should I be concerned? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi if you have only high bilirubin without high liver enzymes or without gallbladder and pancreatic problem, you should not be worried. If you have done abdominal ultrasound and gallbladder and pancreas are normal and liver panel are normal we can say that it may be Gilbert syn Chat Doctor. Gilbert syn |
Hello. This is in regards to the CPAP machine that I have been using faithfully for at least 3 years. My question is can it cause dizziness, some breathlessness and mild palpitations. Recently I had a nuclear stress test after experiencing dizziness and some palpitations while walking outdoors. The test revealed unequivocally that there was narrowing in one of the veins. That I may have small vessel disease. My heart doctor one of the best if not the best in the state disagreed with these findings. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | no, these problems are unrelated to the use of CPAP u should get an ECG echo 24 hr holder and if required a tilt table test done |
I had bilateral pulmonary emboli 3 months ago following an emergency colectomy. Since then I have been diagnosed with a genetic clotting disorder and I have small vessel cardiac disease. I am 65, female and like to smoke small amounts of marijuana for the anxiolitic effects. How safe/unsafe is this? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, dear. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your genetic clotting disorder is there from long time. It's just diagnosed because of pulmonary embolism. And surgery is the risk factor for that. That is the reason why you have diagnosed at that time. Marijuana is not safe so try to avoid it. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health. |
Hi I am Donna: I have a cold and my lower back is really sore, making it difficult to move. I tried heat and that seemed to make it worse, so now I am using cold packs and advil which is helping. But I wonder if I should try the hot and cold method. It has been 3 days, with some improvement. any other ideas. What would massage do?Thanks | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | You can take hot compression and along with take analgesic anti infantry tablets like Coquitlam tablet two times daily after food. Apply analgesic ointment like relay ointment over lower back |
I have come down with a cold and my neck is very painful on the left side from my jaw to my shoulder. It hurts to move and if I am jarred. There seems to be a small hump on my neck behind my ear. I do not have a fever or rash. I have been treating with Advil and ice but it is not getting better. Any suggestions? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, I have studied your case. I think you are having neck muscle spasm along witChatDoctormon cold. I would suggest you to follow This advises.1. Hot water fomentation of the neck.2. Volini gel local application.3. Myoril or MySpace tablet for muscle spasm.4. Decongestant like win cold tablet or levocetrizine tablet. I HPE these steps will be helpful for you. Let me know if there is any other followup questions. Thanks |
Hello, I am a recent kidney transplant recepient and over the last day or so my gums are hurting and appear to be swollen. I had called my transplant coordinator and she said that she really didnt think it had anything to do with the medication I was on. She did say that prednisone may cause a delay in healing....so the question is, why else would my gums be painful and swollen? I have flossed several times but didnt find anything up near the sore gums. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor. As a Urologist and kidney transplant surgeon, i understand your concern. After a recent transplant, youre on a regime of steroids and immunosuppressants. Swelling of gums is a minor issue. Maintain good oral hygiene, and brush your teeth, twice daily. Also, using a mouthwash helps. You may use Chlorhexidine gel over swollen areas, with a gentle massage. The swelling will subside gradually, as the dosage of steroids also is reduced. If you've any other doubt, send it as a direct question to me. Chat Doctor. Manga. |
Hi my grandfather has been in the hospital for hip surgery for the last 3 1/2 weeks. Following the surgery, he started to have explosive diarrhea even though he has not really had much of an appetite . He has always been one to have a hearty appetite so we thought that it was just stress from surgery. We chalked the diarrhea up to a reaction to the post surgery antibiotics . However, it has been non stop now. Every night. And it is mostly liquid. However, the other night, mixed with the liquid were these perfectly round, marble sized balls which looked white/off white in color. Any idea what this could be? Thanks | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, This is surely because of antibiotics. Marble sized stools are due to his inactivity and being lying down. White color is due to reduced bile in stools. I think this should resolve when he gets ambulatory and antibiotics are stopped. Meanwhile maintaining HY Chat Doctor. |
I am a 45 year old female. Generally healthy, but have suffered from bilateral reocurring kidney stones for several years. Slightly anemic. Was tired most of the weekend, woke up this morning with sore throat , runny nose, plugged up ears, sneezing and oddly - swollen gums specifically on around bottom four front teeth. Feeling progressively worse through the day. No sores in mouth and gums were fine last night. No fever. Had a flu shot a week ago. Had teeth cleaned about 4 weeks ago and had no issues with them. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, a delayed reaction to the flu shot is a possibility although unlikely, but you are definitely having release of histamine with the sore throat, runny nose, plugged ears and angioedema (swelling) affecting the mouth. Delayed reaction to mouth washes at the dentist is more unlikely. A skin prick or specific IGE blood test would elucidate if you have any allergies particularly dust mite. Stopping smoking is a priority (if you do) for several reasons. Antihistamines such as cetirizine should suffice (taken one daily for 7 days). If you are on any blood pressure pills, do get these checked as ACE-i Chat Doctor. Thanks. |
I have a friend who recently is having dizzy spells. We have sort of figured if he ate to much sugar then stand up he gets dizzy. This does not happen all the time. He does have a drain tube in for gall bladder that is to be removed. Could this be causing the problem? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, Thanks for your question. After going through your question, there are following possibilities for your friends symptoms-1) Reactive hypoglycemia - this is due to sudden release of insulin after sugar intake which lead to low blood sugar level (hypoglycemia) which can be confirmed by doing blood sugar level during episode of dizziness.2) Postural Hypotension - fall in blood pressure after standing from lying down or sitting position. Which can be confirmed by checking blood pressure in lying down and standing position.3) Other rare possible causes may be - - Syncope. - Deny Chat Doctor. - Inadequate nutrition. It may not be related to his gall bladder |
I have just finished 1.75 years of Forteo. My doctor recommended I take a follow-up drug, but my insurance doesn t cover it. My choices are: Actos, Fosamax, Actonel, & Boniva. After researching them, I m not convinced that Boniva or Fosamax are right for me. I don t want to take anything that will cause weight gain as I gained 20 pounds in the month after I went off Forteo and am having trouble losing it. What would you recommend I take? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HiTeriparatide (brand name Forte) and abaloparatide (brand name Tempos) are medications used to treat osteoporosis. Forte is a lab-made version of human parathyroid hormone (PTH). Tymlos is a version of human parathyroid hormone-protein. These two Chat Doctor. This |
I had my veins stripped in Aug. 1 of the 7 incisions did not heal. In Oct. my Dr. put me on a 5 day antibiotic because it was so red, swollen, warm to the touch, and I was getting sharp pains. The pain stopped slightly, when I called him back, he said he would send me to a wound care specialist. I am still waiting for the appt. Last night I noticed another incision site further up my leg was red all around it, warm to the touch, and a hard bump underneath the skin. So now I have 2 different areas that are red all around it, warm to the touch. Are they related? What do I do? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello! I have been through your question. According your concern I think the diagnosis for the two cases is erysipelas. It is an infection of the upper and deeper dermis and superficial lymphatics, usually caused by Streptococcus bacteria on scratches or otherwise infected areas. It appears as a red, swollen, warm, and painful rash, similar in consistency to an orange peel. More severe infections can result in vesicles, blisters, and petechial. The infection may occur on any part of the skin, including the face, arms, fingers, legs, and toes, but usually it tends to favor the extremities. You should know that people with immune deficiency, diabetes, alcoholism, fungal infections, and impaired lymphatic Chat Doctor. So, what I suggest in your case is a physical examination by an Infection Disease Specialist to find the proper reasons of this situation, to do a differential diagnosis with cellulitis and in the same time you should start antibiotics (usually I prescribe ampicillin or amoxicillin, or penicillin if you aren't allergic) prescribe by your doctor. Furthermore, you should try to rest as much as possible with the leg elevated above your hip (you may support your leg on some cushions while lying down). It is also important to |
I have a small, hard lump on the left side of my Adams apple (thyroid?). I have no other disturbing symptoms (pain, difficulty breathing or swallowing, weight loss, sweating), but my vein right below my jaw on the left side feels tighter than the one on the right. I noticed this about 1,5 weeks ago, any reason to be worried? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi! Good morning. I am Chat Doctor answering your query. If I were your doctor, with a hard lump I would at the earliest refer you to either a ENT specialist or a general surgeon for a clinical examination and related investigations like a thyroid function test, an ultrasound of the thyroid and neck region, and an FNAC of the hard lump. Further management would depend on the results of physical examination and reports of the investigations. I hope this information would help you in discussing with your family physician/treating doctor in further management of your problem. Please do not hesitate to ask in case of any further doubts. Thanks for choosing Chat Doctor to clear doubts on your health problems. Wishing you an early recovery. Chat Doctor. |
Hi, my brother is a patient at the ENT section of the Johannesburg General hospital. he has been diagnosed with throat cancer. They have inserted a tube into his throat for oxygen. He cannot eat and has been there for a while. He is in terrible pain and seldom receives medication. He basically is left to himself. What is the possible solution to his disease. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your brother has throat cancer. Treatment depends on stage of cancer. In early stage surgery is helpful. In late stage surgery is not helpful and chemotherapy and radiotherapy remains the treatment options. Consult your doctor and start treatment according to stage and spread off cancer. Hope I have answered your question, if you have any doubts then contact me at bit.ly/ Chat Doctor. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health. |
hello doctor my name yoselin, im 27. My winsdom tooth seems like its coming out its been hurting little bit since a week ago, my gum is swollen and seems like a gap on it with some blood sometimes it looks really weird and 3 days ago i got a little bump in my tongue a really tiny little bump that it bothers but doesnt hurt as much. what can i do? other than get it removed to avoid infection? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, thanks for your query. The problem you have been suffering is called peritonitis. This is caused due to accumulation of food under gingival of the erupted tooth, resulting in infection of the gingival. Extraction is indicated in this case. The tiny little bump on tongue is oral ulcer which can be cured by having multivitamin tablets. Visit dentist for further treatment. Hope this is helpful. |
Apart from very few people i avoid social interaction. I m 20. I love being alone. I don t like crowded areas they drain me. I avoid parties they make me feel a little alone. I m an artist so most of my downtime i sketch in my little notebook. I don t involve in group projects, i avoid giving opinions and mostly sit at the back of the class. Stage presentations make me nervous and i d rather workout all day than give a presentation which seems more tiresome to me. I have these two three friends i enjoy my time with or go out for a walk or get a cup of tea or watch a movie. I m usually the last person if asked for volunteer. Most of time i have heads free on so i can avoid small talks with people. I have trust issues. I really don t trust anyone. I keep my stuff to my self be it good or bad. Alone time makes me feel good. I do have a little sensitivity to negative emotions so i have a short temper. I m a little shy so i prefer to remain quiet rather engage in some talk that will end in an awkward silence. I actually am a little active on social sites not that i interact with anyone much, i run my art pages and i have quite a fan base. and yes i am wearing braces so i struggle with smiling most of time and it gets so awkward. Is this all normal? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello! Welcome to Chat Doctor ! In my opinion it is normal to feel anxious and in social situations. If it is effecting your day-to-day routine, then it is very important to go on cognitive behavioral therapy with a trained therapist. Creating hierarchy of situations from lower to higher ones that cause anxiety and face those step-by-step basis is important. Hope this clarifies your concerns. Thank you for the query. Take care |
Hi, I have a bit of swollen forehead and general awareness of my forehead area. I was working hard yesterday in our crawl space to deal with and clean up a water issue. I noticed that I was sneezing some in the evening but thought it may have been some dust, etc. I was not in the space for many hours, perhaps an hour total over the course of the day. It was the hottest day we ve had thus far in Raleigh, NC at 98 degrees. I have also been somewhat prone to dehydration over the years. I am 45 and am a professional engineer in the office most of the time. Should I just rest, get water? No significant pain just a full type feeling in the forehead area along with the visual. I m not sure if it feels warm but maybe a bit. Any advice greatly appreciated. Thank you. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi Dear, Welcome to Chat Doctor. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling and weird feeling in forehead. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral syn Chat Doctor. Such symptoms can also appear due to allergic reaction or sun stroke. I would suggest you to consult neurologist for proper examination. Doctor may order certain test to confirm the diagnosis like CT scan MRI. Doctor may order blood test along with checking vitals. Doctor may prescribe antiviral like acyclovir along with anti-inflammatory, grosgrain, beta blockers, furosemide and physical therapy of neck. Doctor may also refer you to ENT specialist for sinusitis like problem. For now take paracetamol along with taking proper rest. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, |
My brother in- law have Kidney stone (7.2 mm) and blood suger having about 400 and by Insulin injection it falls down to 130. He has also renal infection and temperature was also high and now normal. During investigation stone was found a fews days ago. He he is now under treatment. Now please advisie me whether operation should be done to remove the stone or medicine to be taken to dissolve the stone and for renal infection. | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HelloThanks for query. Your brother-in-law has Diabetes with kidney stone of a size of 7.2 mm with infection. I would suggest following line of treatment 1) Control his diabetes with Insulin and proper monitoring of sugar levels.2) Treat UTI with appropriate antibiotics after doing his urine culture 3)The stone of a size of 7.2 mm is likely to pass down spontaneously.4)Once his diabetes and infection is well controlled repeat Ultrasound scanning after 2 weeks and if the stone is in a same position he may go for Extra Corporeal Shock Wave Lithography to fragment the stone so that the gravel will pass out through urine. Chat Doctor. |
Sir/Mam, I am 22 and suffering from Erectile Dis-function and premature ejaculation.I don t know why but i have too much desire of sex. I have been masturbating since i was 14. But now i have stopped it. can You please tell me is it curable ? I am also suffering from hairfall since last 2 year.. and i have lost around 50% of my hair. should i use minidoxil 5% ? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello and welcome to Chat Doctor. Masturbation is not a disease. It's a way of expression of sexual energy in the absence of a sexual partner. There are no long term health problems reported with it except for fatigue. If you want to control it, try yoga and meditation. Using Chat Doctor. About erectile dysfunction, it can be psychogenic or vascular problems or due to hormonal imbalances, diabetes etc. My advice is to visit an |
Hi Dr. I have been getting frequent and continous sneezing in the mornings and some times in the evening, this happens once I get up from the bed, immly, my nose will get blocked and I will have atleast 25-30 hard sneezing, along with running nose, some times 2-3 drops of blood and some times sneezing is so hard that, me ears will get sucked or squeezed.....most of the time, my nose is blocked or iam having running nose.... I have shown to ENT dr, but they have told it is due to some allergy .....but it has not cured with their treatment..... pls advice as what should I do to get rid of this allergic.... Regards | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello dear... The symptoms as mentioned in your post suggest that you might be having Allergic rhinitis. Management includes:1. Antihistamine preparations can be taken for symptomatic relief.2. Montelukast preparations, as a maintenance therapy to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies & asthma.3. Maintain adequate HY Chat Doctor. 4. Also make sure that you are well protected from cold, dust & other allergens. Wishing you a good health. Thanks & take care. |
my mom has carcenoid tumors metastasized to brain and ectopic cushing syndromes. she is 77 and has lost 15 kg. last 10 days she has been having seizures continuously. both generalized and focal. she has been on glucose drip and midazolam injections since past 10 days. no other medication or artificial respiration is being given any more. how long she will survive | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, In your mothers case, there are several factors that indicate a reserved prognosis. These factors are metastases, seizures, and the age. So, I think that even with medical support the prognosis is very reserved. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Chat Doctor. |
I have pain in the palm of my hand, below the thumb when I golf, type or try to unscrew something hard. My physician thought it could be carpal tunnel and gave me a wrist brace to wear at night. It s been about 2 months wearing the brace, the pain is better than before but still there. Your thoughts? | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello I have studied your case, I consider that there was no injury/trauma to your wrist. As per your history there is possibility of De Quarries tenosynovitis. Physiotherapy like USG and TENS will help in relieving symptoms. Avoid twisting activity of wrist. Till time continue your medication. If not relieved local steroid injection will help, you can take that after consulting your treating doctor. Last aspect remains surgical release as long term cure. Another probability of carpal tunnel can be considered in which there is swelling over wrist. There is nerve compression near wrist which leads to pain on movement. 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 |
i am vijay,25 varied myself about my habit masturbation. Please tell me is it bad for health? if so what is the side effects? how can i control,i tried a lot,but minimum per 2 time a day i have to do it.please guide me how to stop this,up to what age it may happen?any medicine please... | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. Don't worry. Masturbation is natural, normal and is not harmful for your health. Masturbation in moderation cannot harm your health directly. There are no health related side effects. But if you masturbate more than essential, it may cause tiredness and related stress and anxiety. I suggest masturbation thrice a week. You can engage in physical exercises, outdoor games, education, career, entertainment with friends etc. to keep yourself away from masturbation. Become so tired that you cannot masturbate. If you require more of my help in this aspect, please use this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute detail possible. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck. Take care. |
Sir, i born at 1981.i am suffering from Epilepsy from 1996.in mines family side nobody having this problem. in childhood time, i faced 3 times head injuries.From 1996 onwards,i went to so many specialist doctors.But, till now also i am facing the same problem.so please advise to what to do. Thanking you.M.RAVIKUMAR0000 | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Thanks for coming to Chat Doctor. You need to get a EEG done, as also a CT/MRI scan brain if required, which will help diagnose the type of seizures you are having. A good neurologist would be the best person to guide you, Avoid bright flashing lights, loud music, stress and anxiety. Antiepileptic Chat Doctor. The |
im 25 years old ..i started using mtp kit on 5th of august. and the bleeding started on 7th of aug for two days which was heavy...but after 1 month i didnt get my regular periods yet...I did check for pregnancy after the abortion and the test was positive...im tensed now...plz help me... | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Thanks for letting us know your health concern. If you self-medicated for inducing the abortion, you should see a specialist for further help. You also need a sonogram of the pelvis preferably in the trans-vaginal route to clarify. Any retained products would have caused persistent bleeding/infection and so on. Ineffective abortion can lead to continuation of the pregnancy, but, since you had heavy bleeding after medication, this is unlikely. Pregnancy test remains positive for sometime after the abortion since the hormone levels take time to decline. The test can be repeated now. Hope this helps. |
Within the past few hours, my husband has developed a rash that covers his back, neck, and upper arms. He seems to have no other symptoms. He has been taking antibiotics (Levaquin, sorry about the spelling) and just finished the last one today. Was in the hospital last week for 2 days with bronchitis / pneumonia. Has also been taking Mucinex. He has gone to bed in the last few minutes and is sleeping peacefully. I was very nervous about the rash and wondered what I should do, as there seem to be no other symptoms.Thank you.Brenda Wooten YYYY@YYYY | If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, Thank you for posting on Chat Doctor. The condition your husband is having is called Urticaria or hives. It's an allergic manifestation of skin, where an allergen leads to release of certain substances from your blood, leading to itchy skin rash and swelling over soft tissues. Its proper management requires thorough history, clinical and laboratory work-up. You may have to go for specific tests like patch test, food prick test, IGE antibody levels etc. As for treatment part, best would be the avoidance of allergen as far as possible. Try to eliminate possible triggering foods from diet. I would also advise you various antihistamines for long duration(at least 3 months) with or without oral corticosteroids. For non-responding cases there are many other Chat Doctor. Hope this will help you in resolving your query. Thank you |