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If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | distended, uncomfortable bellyfor the last couple months (worse in the last week) I have had a bloated, uncomfortable abdomen. it is distended. I have cramps that come and go. my bowel movements are inconsistent. sometimes they are small and hard, sometimes the strain causes small amounts of blood. when I have a bowel ... | HI. The causes of the bloating and pain in abdomen with all the other problems you have told can be due to :Intestinal infection, IBS or diseases like tuberculosis. First undergo a course of an antibiotic and Metronidazole for 5 to 7 days along with probiotics you are already taking. IF there is a complete relief, noth... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I broke 2 of my toes a few years ago, and over the weekend I went to NYC and walked for 9-11 hours, the back of the bone it very tender. It s not swollen or discolored, just tender when I walk or when I touch the toes near beginning of the bone connected to the foot. Toes are the 2 close to big toe. Thanks | Hello, Even after you break a bone, and it heals, it is never exactly the same bone as it was before. In your case, there may have been some built up scar tissue that made itself known after walking around NYC all day. The best thing to do would be to make sure you have good fitting shoes that are wide around the toe... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have what I think is a cyst on my butt that is very painful never gos away and when it does it comes back like two weeks later in the same spot its little on the surface but it has like a swollen tunnel to the anal Benn going on like this for about a year | Welcome to MediTalk. 1. The most possible thing is - hair follicle infection / inflammation with collection of pus within. 2. In this case first thing do not disturb the lump in any manner, maintain local hygiene. 3. Clean the area with antiseptic liquid and avoid cloths which gives constant irritation.4. If it is on g... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | 13 month old with a temperature up to 38.8 goes down with tylonol now back down to normal today then woke up screaming uncontrollably (never cries) what could this be? she has alot of teeth esp the side big ones all came in at once a bit ago. could it be possible that its a sign of two year molers? | Hi... Thank you for consulting in MediTalk. Fever of few days without any localizing signs could as well a viral illness. Usually rather than fever, what is more important is the activity of the child, in between 2 fever episodes on the same day. If the kid is active and playing around when there is no fever, it is pro... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | i get lightheaded when i drink water and it doesn t happen with any other drink. It is only momentary while I m drinking/ swallowing and not breathing . As soon as I take a breath it goes away. I m just curious because I can drink any other liquid the same way and it doesn t have this effect. It s always happened to me... | Thanks for your query, Lightheadedness usually is not a cause for concern unless it is severe, does not go away, or occurs with other symptoms such as an irregular heartbeat or fainting. Lightheadedness can lead to falls and other injuries. Protect yourself from injury if you feel lightheaded: Lie down for a minute or ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hallo sir my name is mrs vinita patel age of 28 years i have a problem of seveior lower abdomen pain since one month for which i was admitted in hospitals after relief from pain i was discharge from hospital but after 3 days i am facing the same problems. according the doctors the blood report , urine report , ultrasou... | Hello and thanks for the querulous pain may be related to the infection or inflammation of the intestine due to bad eating habits or UTI. Repeat USG of abdomen can help to find out other causes which has being missed in previous report. Take your diet at proper time and only fresh and light diet. Take antacids like END... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My baby is 6 months 15 days old. She is suffering from loose motion for last 2 days (7-8 times per days). I have given her Taxim-O, but as it was not working, I have given her OFM Suspension last night and today morning. But still She has the motion for 2 times from morning till now. What I will do now. Please suggest. | Hi... Thank you for consulting in MediTalk. It seems your kid is having viral diarrhea. Once it starts it will take 5-7 days to completely get better. Unless the kids having low urine output or very dull or excessively sleepy or blood in motion or green bilious vomiting...you need not worry. There is no need to use ant... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have got g4 2 011 First was prenatal death 2nd 3yr living 3rd and 4th second trimister iud Every time i conceive there a complication arises in second trimister or further my aminotic fluid reduces causing no fetul heartbeat. What may be d reason for it and what test should i undergo to diagnose the problem. plz sugg... | Hi, Thank you for asking question on MediTalk. Cardiotachometry will detect abnormal heart rates and assess fetal well-being. To assess the well-being of the fetus, you have to do the nonstress monitoring. If this test is unrewarding, she should be subjected to Oxytocin challenge test. Hope this answer will serve your ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I just had my appendix out on oct 2, since then have been experiencing bouts of severe stomach pain with diarrhea nausea and now pain between my shoulder blades and under my right breast. The did an ultrasound the week after my surgery which showed nothing but these symptoms seem to point to gallbladder . I am wonderin... | Hi, the main link between gallbladder and appendix is that both lie in the same intraperitoneal plane of the body and both are on the right side of the abdomen. The pain which you are experiencing now may be related to some collection at the operated site-leading to diarrhea, and nausea. However, a possibility of calcu... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I just recently received an ultrasound and the findings were that I have subcentimeter ovarian cysts and a 1.6x1.26x2 cm right sided fundal fibroid. I have had this very painful dull pain in the lower right side of my abdomen, sometimes I bleed when I have intercourse, I have very painful periods with alot of clotting ... | Hi. You are absolutely right, everything is not fine. The bleeding during intercourse can be coming from the uterus or there can have a lesion on the cervix. Fungal fibroid can cause the pain and bleeding if it has eroded the internal wall of the uterus and clots and cramping. Ovarian cysts of this small size usually d... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi I am a 27yr old Female suffering from bladder and kidney reflux aswell as severe kidney problems .I have been going through this disease for 6 years now. It started off as severe continual kidney infections which I was hospitalised for each time and doctors could not explain why I was continually getting infections.... | Hello and welcome to MediTalk. As a Urologist, I can fully understand the trauma you're undergoing. If you can send the latest discharge summary with scans, kidney function tests, and the aerodynamic tests and all reports, present medication, I can certainly give you an expert opinion regarding further treatment. Failu... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I got up from my recliner and my knee would not bend and was painful. I attempted to walk, but only with a stiff leg. It had swelling on top of my knee and behind my knee. I have not injured it, what could have happened. That was two days ago. thanks in advance for your assistance | Hi, Thanks for your query. It seems that you had a muscle pull. Take proper rest. Hot fomentation and application of pain relieving gel will give you some relief in pain. You can take painkiller like Ibuprofen one tablet twice a day after meals with antacid Omeprazole 20 mg along with muscle relaxant like chloraxazone.... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, I am a 50 year old woman and I need help, please! I had oral surgery on 4/10/14, was given versed, lots of swelling, everything seemed to go well, on hydrocodone, Advil. Got a bad head cold and took OTC cold meds, decongestants, antihistamine, nasal spray, Tylenol etc. A few days later I m crying all the time, I... | Hello, Thanks for choosing MediTalk for posting your query. I have gone through your question in detail and I can understand what you are going through. Yes diazepam is indicated for treatment of anxiety disorders. However, along with it other MediTalk. Hope I am able to answer your concerns. If you have any further q... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Dear sir, I am 31years old.my husband is 36yrs.i had pco (found nov2013)doctor gave me dibetasr500.renerve plus.i lost my wt 5kg.now my wt i 55kg.and now i have regular periods.but my huband s sperm motility is very low.he is taking fertisure for last4 months.but i am not pregnent yet.so please give reply. | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. He should go for semen wash. It will help to increase the motility. If it does not work then you can go for artificial insemination techniques. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have do... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have osteoporosis and have tried Forteo which made me have muscle and bone pain, diarrhea and low blood pressure . I fainted from the low pressure and then decided I couldn t take it. What medicine might be better for me and what kind of doctor would be a specialist in the area of osteoporosis? | Hello, Thank you for using MediTalk. I read your question and understood your concern. The osteoporosis is treated by the rheumatology specialist. There are many kinds of treatment regimes for osteoporosis depending on your other accompanying disease or conditions (if you have), so your doctor will discuss with you all... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have chronic pancreatitis and I have 3 cysts in my stomach, I have recently had a stent put in my pancreas for a few weeks, then removed. I have been getting severe abdominal pain since, and at the moment I have severe lower left side abdominal pain. I can do very little, and will be going to see the surgeon in out p... | Hi. It is true, pancreatic conditions are quite complicating to begin with and treatment is slow and not always successful. The pancreas is an important organ and removal is not contemplated unless conditions become extreme. In the given circumstances painkillers would be advised, but from personal experience with a fe... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | A month ago I was having trouble breathing with pains in my chest. I had a series of test done and all came back normal. I also have a instal hernia and had the endoscopy done. Well, about a week ago, I was still having chest discomfort and my doctor prescribed medium twice a day. Now, I have noticed these small, sore ... | Thanks for your question completely understand your question chest pain can be due to a variety of reasons whether it be cardiac, lung related or just gastritis, peptic ulcer.in your case as small swellings are present a FNAC of the swelling should be done, and accordingly it can lead to a diagnosis histologically .it ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Age:26 yrs,Height-5.6,Weight-70 kgs.medical history:I have experienced 2 missed abortions one in the year 2009 at 5 weeks pre embryonic loss,G sac seen,D & C done, and 2nd in the year June 2010 8.6 weeks fetal heart beat seen,11weeks fetal heart beat absent. D& C done.Anti D was given both times.Have done all hormonal ... | Dear Madam, I have gone through your history and do empathize with your feelings. Early pregnancy loss most of the time could be due to chromosomal abnormalities. However, your karyotyping is normal. I would advise you to report to a foeto-maternal specialist to get yourself evaluated thoroughly for any other possible ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Recently i have been experiencing acute abdominal pain after eating meals with hot peppers. I am 54 years old, and this has never been a problem before. The pains feel like Ive been punched in the belly many times. Can you explain whats going on? | Hello, thanks for using MediTalk It is likely that you are suffering from a peptic ulcer disease (PUD).PUD is a disease in which there is irritation of the gastric or duodenal mucosal wall. Earlier satiety, bloating, vomiting, pains after eating etc. are all symptoms that could be found in patients with PUD. Pepper in ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am from PAKISTAN. My mother is having hole in her left ear and gets infection every month. she visited many ent specialists they give medicines to eat and drops to put into ears. but after some time again water starts coming out. today she has again infection in her ear. she cant hear when we speak normally. and uses... | Hi, From history it seems that she might be having chronic middle ear infection producing perforation in her ear MediTalk. Go for culture and sensitivity test of ear discharge. This will give information about organisms causing this infection and antibiotic medicine very effective against this organism. After report yo... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | i Have been taking this drug for quite a while ,for bipolar. i have headaches, i already have back trouble.have had 2 major surgeries and still have a lot of pain and one of side effects is added back pain. should i try something else? ok answer please | Dear serve understand your concerns went through your details. As you are already aware, bipolar disorder is psychological disorder which is characterized by mood swings ranging from depressive low to manic high. Proper diagnosis is required for treatment. The symptoms could point to even uni-polar disorder for which t... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | There is a noticeable lump prutruding on my forhead just slightly between and slightly above my eyebrows, is this something to worry about? I actually felt a difference there about two to three weeks ago. Could this be a cyst? As of now there is no sign that it is a pimple. It is about the size of a dime when touched. ... | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You may have some benign cyst or soft tissue tumor like lipoma, neurofibroma or dermatofibroma or some other mass. You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology of that lump. It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment ac... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here...Hi, my seven year old has red eruptions on face and even black heads. On her butocks I find dried erupions. she is very suceptible to cold and cough and takes ages to get rid of it. her blood ess always come normal. The recent one in october... | Hi Dear, Understanding your concern. As per your query your child have symptoms of frequent blisters on face which is mainly due to allergic reaction and contact dermatitis. Need not worry. I would suggest you to :- You should clean affected area only with cold water, avoid rubbing of skin to prevent skin damage and co... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My husband was diagnosed with stage 3 renal cell carcinoma 6/2011. His left kidney was removed. In 3/2012 a second surgery removing more of the renal vein was necessary and was found to be cancer; however it was deemed successful because margins were negative. Two spots in lungs were found this January a repeat ct scan... | Dear Ma'am, Sorry to hear about your husbands condition. Considering that he is suffering from metastatic renal cancer, the presence of hypodense lesions in the liver can be suggestive of cancer. The only way to confirm this would be by doing a PET scan or a USG guided biopsy (which is not required because he already h... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi,My mom is suffering from Lung cancer which is spreaded to brain. The clots was of about 3mm in lungs. we took her for the brain radiation as advised by the doctors. as of now she has received 6 Chemo and 10 radiations of brain and as per doctors her condition is imroving. But my question is related to the clots whic... | Dear Shubham, Lung cancer spread to brain is a 4th stage cancer. For lesions in the brain the best treatment is whole brain radiation which your mother is already getting. Yes there is limit to this form of treatment. Maximum treatment is 15 to 20 fractions of radiation. She will definitely improve, but this improvemen... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I had an ultrasound in Nov that showed that I had several stomes/polyps lagest one 5mm. Repeated ultrasound in March & showed several polyps largest one 8mm. Makes me wonder if that 5mm grew that quick or measurements not correct. Considering removing gallblader but unsure. | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have multiple polyps in gall bladder. Largest was 5 mm in November and now its 8 mm. It may be slightly increased and 1 to 2 mm variation is common so it's not a big difference. Whether it is 5 mm or 8 mm it doesn't make any difference in tre... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi I am 29 weeks pregnant and been told by physio that I have SPD. I experience pain in my left bum check, lower back and inside of my thighs. She gave me a support belt, exercises and I have been perscribed some pain killers. She has now discharged me and told me to deal with the pain. However I feel it is just gettin... | Hi, Symphysio public dysfunction will get worse as pregnancy advances, and the treatment is rest and if its too bad braces to help you move around. Painkillers are also helpful, but you have to realize that all these are of only limited help. This pain will get away once you deliver. It is not a serious condition and d... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hiii My dad is of age 51,and T.B is diagnosed to him.We had done the MRI yesterday in which as per orthopadecian his vertebrae 3 is effected as well as few of the ribs get involved.Docter suggested him 3 months complete bed rest with few medicine.I want to know in the bed rest can he goes to toilet for doing urinal and... | Hello, Hiatus hernia, not Giannis hernia is a causative factor for gastroesophageal reflux disease, which is associated with all the symptoms you have mentioned earlier. Apart from these symptoms it also leads to metaplastic changes in esophagus. Temporary relief is obtained by having antacids, but for advanced cases s... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I accidentally pricked myself with a name tag that I picked up off the floor at an event. It caused a tiny bit of blood when I squeezed my finger but has since dried completely. I am being a bit paranoid, but I am wondering if there is any chance of transmission of hepatitis or HIV through such an act. Thanks. | Hello, I understand your concern. I am MediTalk, infectious diseases specialist, answering your query. In my opinion you should allay fear of this infection because it won't be transferred by this way. The only chance of possibility of the infections is if suppose previously infected person having this viral infection ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am 8 weeks pregant and have bleeding since 2 days.. only if i wipe after the urine. This bleeding is started more or less same time of my period cycle. This is not like period bledding... i see it only wiped. Also i feel like period like pain.Kindly consult | Hi, Thanks for the query. I understand your concern. You should consult your doctor to get physically examined & decide weather blood in urine & bleeding is vaginal. Blood in urine needs further investigations & specific management with doctors advise. At two weeks bleeding with slight cramps in abdomen may be possi... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi I am undergoing root canal treatment and it happened that my dentist inserted her file beyond my teeth which caused me an intense pain due to injury to my gums so she prescribed me with Emanzen-D but i am not feeling its effective as my pain does not subside so will Enzoflam be of any help | Hi! Welcome to MediTalk. I went through your query. Since you had over extension of file during RCT, it leads to injury in periapical area of tooth. Emanzen-D is a combination of Serratiopeptidase and Diclofenac sodium, which helps in faster healing of injury as well as controls pain. While Enzoflam has Paracetamol in ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | i was squeezing a staple gun for about 3 and a half hours at work today and when i got home my fiance tried massaging my left wrist because it was a little sore.... when he did that he squeezed too hard and the tips of his fingers went too far into my veins and now they hurt so bad (did he do more damage than good?) we... | Hello, I have studied your case. Due to compression of nerve root there can be pain in wrist, or local nerve compression like in carpal tunnel syn MediTalk. Cold fingers indicate towards vascular occlusion. Wrist pain can be due to tenosynovitis, clinical examination can help in diagnosis and further investigation can ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I was having sexual intercourse approximately 60 hours ago. I am male. After approximately 15-20 minute, the urgency to ejaculate came upon me and to prevent it, I withdrew and changed positions. When doing so, I small amount of ejaculate (semen) was discharged. I continue to have sex but slowly lost my erection an... | Hi, I have gone through your query. In your case it is due to retrograde ejaculation, you are experiencing semen coming out with urine. At the time of ejaculation you prevented it to come out, semen is redirected to the urinary bladder with back pressure to testicle area resulting in painful testis. There is no need to... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am having back pain for some time now nearly two years back i had serious back ache Doctor expected slip disc and asked X-ray x ray revealed Crack (Gap) in D12 I had no history of falling or an accident Doctror asked for Neuclear scanning for hips shoulder and spine and it was declared to have lowe BMD (-2.3 ) Is tak... | Hello understand your complaint. You explain very well the situation. My opinion is that it would be good to see the cardiologist again. If he excluded any heart problem related with the breathlessness the next step is to control more your lungs. For example a chest X-Ray, arterial blood gases and a DCO test with is do... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Static Buzzing and fizzing, I m glad I m not alone, but it would be nice if someone could give this thing. Ok I get sleep paralysis very often, this drives me nuts i do often try to drink a lot to knock myself out and avoid the whole paralysis terror stuff. One of the worst SP incidents i had invovled this static buzzi... | Hello, If you suffer from SLEEP PARALYSIS I would recommend your seeing a SLEEP SPECIALIST in order to obtain a SLEEP STUDY since you may be suffering from a sleep disorder which could be related to or even NARCOLEPSY for which there is a specific medication that can help if not place into remission. The other possibl... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | a friend of mine in Kenya went to dentist with tooth ache. He found swollen nodes. She had a test and results are tuberculosis of lymph nodes. Tuberculous Lymphadenitis. Has this got anything to do with the Aids Virus? Is it contagious? Can this be easily treated? What would the treatment be? Thankyou. Mandy. | Hi and thanks for this query. I am so sorry to hear that your friend has TB amenities. TB of the lymph nodes is not contagious. It can be easily treated using a combination of 4 medications for a duration of at least 6 months. TB amenities is not related to the AIDS virus, but a weak immune system helps TB to carry on ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello. I am 3/4 of the way through root canal treatment and I currently have a temporary filling in place for 2 weeks. The root canal is completed, the last step being the crown being cemented down permenantly. I am however, experiencing some pain around the area and the area surrounding it. It is a dull ache which see... | Hi Dear, Welcome to MediTalk. Understanding your concern. As per your query pain and sensitivity after root canal treatment occurs due to two reasons firstly there can be an infection which causes pain, that remain after root canal. Secondly sensitivity is caused due to periapical periodontal fibers. You should not go ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I went to the hospital and they told me I have lymph cancer but sent me home. Days later, now my left arm is numb and I have huge like lump round size of my palm between my left boob and collarbone. It kinda goes into my arm pit. Any idea what that could be? im not to sure if i have a lymph node right there that could ... | Hi ! Good morning and wish you a New Year 2014. I am MediTalk answering your query. In your history, you have not mentioned the reasons and investigations basing on which your doctor diagnosed you as having a lymph cancer. In case it is a confirmed diagnosis, then the swelling what you have got might be an extension of... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi...I have a bubbly rash appear on my chest,,back and arms and hands there like small pimples and red.. i started a new job in a hospital tuesday and when i got back from work i noticed them.. when i went back in on thur and fri they told me it may be a allergic reaction but it has got worse and also ive been being si... | Hello. Thanks for writing to us at heallthcaremagicJudging from the information that you have provided I will keep a possibility of a viral exanthem. I would specifically like to rule out Chicken pox, since as you say that the rash is composed of fluid filled lesions. Chicken pox classically presents with red lesions w... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi.i woke up this morning with my right shoulder blade hurting badly. it was sharp and constant. it has gotten worse all day....and is now unbearable. it has spread to the left side of my neck and shooting pain down my right Arm and hand. I can t lift anything, turn my head, bend, breath deeply w/o a worse sharp stabbi... | Hi, thank you for providing the brief history of you As per your history it looks like the cervical disc degenerative disease. A nerve impingement is possible on the nerve root leading to pain radiating to the shoulder blades, shoulder joint, arm, forearm and hand. This is a classical symptom of nerve root impingement ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have a soft but pain full lump on my anus. And my dog has worms and I dont know if its possible for me to get it but I went to the bathroom bowel movements and I poop out some jelly mucus smelly stuff. I would like to know if that is a sign if any thing | Hi ! Good evening. I am MediTalk answering your query. From your history, it seems that you have got either a perianal abscess, or a fistula. This needs to be assessed by a general surgeon, and so I would advise you to get an appointment with a general surgeon at the earliest to avoid further complications. Till then, ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Over many years I have low iron levels on & off, very cold feet that turn blue & cold hands most of the time, tired, hip pain, headaches, cough in the mornings, itching, bruise easily. Am on Efexor for stress etc. No one has ever been able to find out why my levels drop. I was tested for Pernious Anemia many years ago ... | Depressed iron level occurs when your body doesn't have enough iron. Iron is important because it helps you get enough oxygen throughout your body. Your body uses iron to make hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is a part of your red blood cells. Hemoglobin carries oxygen through your body. If you do not have enough iron, your body... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Ive had a really sore tailbone for nearly a week no, i assumed i banged it in the bath. there was a growing bump around it, and today it started weeping. i drained it, and it took about 10 mins, still very sore and weepy. should i see a doctor or just assume its a spot? | Hi. Welcome to MediTalk . I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. As per your complaint a sore lump on tailbone can be due to most commonly formation of a Colonial cyst that is seen to be commonly caused due to either an ingrown hair or traumatic injury in the lower tailbone area. I would sugge... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Sir iam suffering with typhoid from last 5 months .....still now iam in same state when i found that i am suffering with typhoid ...i consulted many doctors and taken many antibiotics nearly (50-60) tab ....when will my disease cure is there any other disease under this | Reclothe entire of treatment of typhoid is 2 to 4 weeks depending upon the nature of MediTalk. Previously salmonella type were sensitive to chloramphenicol 500 mg four times in day for 15 days. Nowadays when such type of patient visit in my clinic I usually prescribe ciprofloxacin 500 mg twice in day for 14 days. If t... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am under your consultaincy for last three years my next appoint is on 28 of this month and my no is 57 my question is should i get a chance on the 28 or on 29 in any case i should submit my paper on which date as iaam an outsider suffering from parkinson please consider my case | Hi, as you mentioned you have Parkinson's disease I will try to help you with my knowledge. Since Parkinson is a disease where the brain has an imbalance by the dopamine secretion. For this the Neurologist will prescribe you medicine and your symptoms like tremor, rigidity will be controlled. Treatment will be symptoma... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hey Im 24 years old. Im always tense and I feel like Im always angry. I really dislike people and I feel like if given the oppurtunity I would really do some harm to people who have done me wrong. I dont feel like its a normal reaction I feel like Im seriosly degrading another persons life.I love my girlfriend atleast ... | Degree understand your concerns went through your detailed description. I suggest you to immediately find a psychiatrist in your area for further treatment. If your description is truly what is actually happening, you must be suffering from multiple personality disorder, impulse control disorder and possible schizophre... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Sir, I am 46 years old, having Epilepsy since 2006. I am taking Enchorate Chrono 600 mg twice a day for 8 years. I also have Diabetes for 4 years and taking Melmet SR 500 mg + 1 mg Glimperide in the morning and Melmet SR in the evening and Astat 5 mg also in the evening. A few days ago, I consulted my doctor and he | Hello! Valerie acid (anchorage throne) is a well-known anticonvulsant. It is indicated for complex partial seizures. It is also used as a mood stabilizer in bipolar disorder and in preventive treatment of migraine. Valerie acid has many side effects like gastrointestinal discomfort and complaints (nausea more frequent,... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have very dry patches appearing suddenly on my body. My knees, foot, ankle. They dont itch or hurt and are not red. Just very very dry rough patches. Should I be concerned? I live in Florida but havent been out in the sun much this summer. Thank you! | Hello, Thanks for the query, Probably you have developed psoriasis. Your description matches with that. Psoriasis cannot be totally cured. It can be only controlled. You can use steroid creams to control this. Please meet a dermatologist for exact diagnosis. And get the medication prescribed. Let me know if you have an... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | We have never had to use condoms before as I have always been on the pill or used the ring. the both effect me and I no longer want to feel awful. My husband can not finish in a condom. Weve tried different ones,sizes all to no avail. any advice? | Hi, There could be many reasons for this. Psychological, insufficient lubrication, material and thickness of the condom and relative insensitivity of the receptors. You can use alternative methods of contraception but rest of the ,methods don't provide protection against STDs. Good lubrication is another method you can... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi doctors, great site that i hope everybody get benfit of it.My wife has a Homogenous Texture in the liver which increased from 22X20MM to 30X25MM from 16/10/2010 until 3/3/2012.It is seen in right Lobe echogenic focal lesion with the above mentioned measure, no billiary radicle dilatation were detected. | Hi.noted history of liver lesion on imaging study. Is your wife experiencing any abdominal symptoms (like pain, fullness, nausea, vomiting) or systemic symptoms (like weight loss, fever, fatigue)? Does she have any history of hepatitis or other types of liver infection? It is best if you tell your wife to consult with ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | i am 34.history of infertility for 3 years. i had first conception with twins in august 2011. premature birth in feb. due to cervical incompetence .i have pcod. what r my chances for second conception. what treatment should i take. | Hellowelcome to MediTalk As you have conceived earlier the chances to get pregnant are good. In case of twin pregnancy the risk of preterm birth is high when compared to singleton pregnancies. Care should be taken during pregnancy as the risk of preterm birth is about 20 - 25% If the pregnancy was lost in the 2nd trime... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello doctor, I am having pain in lower part of abdomen for the last 5 days. I am a female 31 years of age married and my weight is 41 kg.My ultrasound of whole abdomen shows: "Liver is enlarged 15.5 cm in span with mildly bright echotexture s/o fatty infiltration of liver.IMPRESSION: Mild hepatomegaly with mild fatty ... | Thank you for posting query at MediTalk. Presentation of fatty liver. Try to monitor your thyroid profile (hormone) especially TSH.you're maybe needing an increase in the thyroxine dose, and you may also be required a medication to lower cholesterol (statin MediTalk. Bag (if NOT vaccinated against HBV) 2. Anti Meanwhi... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi Im a male, and have developed tenderness around my right nipple which has been present for the past few months as of late Im starting to feel a stinging sensation around the same area, any idea what this could be? daniel YYYY@YYYY | Hi. Welcome to MediTalk. Well, it needs a clinical examination to come to the exact diagnosis.However, the differential diagnosis for pain and stinging sensation in one nipple may be.1. Bacterial mastitis.2. Local trauma.3. Hematoma formation.4. Boil. And accordingly you may have to use a good analgesic along with oral... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | 10 days ago I had voilent vomiting..since then, pain in my upper left abdominal region and still having waves of nausea and increased pain. just had ct scan and x-ray , no kidney stones (I have no appendix or gall bladder ). Today, i haven t been able to push bowel movements out & the pain is starting to radiate downwa... | HelloYour symptoms are very characteristic for kidney stones which are migrating downward a ureter. Both CT scan and X-ray may not reveal kidney stones, as it is very hard to visualize them in a urinary tract (especially in ureter). Urine tests need to be performed. Sometimes a pain radiating to a toe can appear when ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am 23 yr old male 170 lbs. about 5 hrs ago I noticed a baseball size bruise on the inside of my left thigh with a pea size lump in the middle... There is no pain like a normal bruise and I didn t hit it on anything. Do I need to be worried about a bite or would the area be worse by now if it were dangerous? | Hi, Dear,Good afternoon. Thanks for the query to my MediTalk online-clinic. I studied your query in-depth.-In my opinion the painless bruise of baseball size-is mostly due to the groin fungal infection with mild-secondary infection causing lump on inside your groin.--Cause of lump-Possibility of insect bite needs to be... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... My blood pressure has been high all day, but it has really spiked since I started laying down to go to sleep. It has gotten up to 193/118, but then once I am up for a while, it drops. The last reading was 160/100, but now my machine i... | Hi Thereafter going through your query I understand your concern. I would like to tell you that Blood pressure more than 180/120 is an emergency condition but looks like your machine is giving fake readings. Check your BP on different machine and if it is actually more than 180/120 then go to ER.Don't take pills until ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My mother has end stage Multiple Myeloma. She has become very confused & disorientated due to Hypercalciemia & a Urniary Tract Infection. In the last few days she hasnt been able to toilet herself or feed herself. Does this mean she only has days left to live | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Multiple myeloma leads to hyperkalemia and chronic renal failure. She may have high creatinine level. This all lead to disorientation and other symptoms. Prognosis of multiple myeloma is very poor at this stage. So plan accordingly. Hope I hav... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I was lying down and had a pain in my chest . I drank some seven up and burped, the chest pain stopped .Then I massaged my breast and noticed a lump on my breast bone. I had a cold and fever. I don t feel ill other wise except I still have a runny nose. | Hi, I think it's just a small thing to look into. But still if you have some sort of pain or discomfort you need to just have an opinion from a physician. You should have helped us by giving your age too or any specific detail taking the lump. As seen in the message provided which contains less detail, so I don't think... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello! I sprained my foot about four days ago as I was coming down the stairs. I did not hear any popping noise or feel any severe pain. Just an instant aching and my foot became very stiff and hurt to stretch it. It never bruised and has had barely noticeable swelling. My main symptom is that I was instantly unable to... | Dear patient You have got twisting injury to your ankle and its mostly sprain. Sprain usually heals with rest and protection in brace. You need to apply crêpe bandage to your ankle and foot for 3 weeks and keep it elevated on pillow. Avoid putting weight on involved ankle if possible during this period. Take tab diclof... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am having abdominal distention including area above my pubic bone. I have pain and heaviness in this area. When I m standing it is worse and I have pressure that feels as if something is hanging inside. What ate these symptoms attributed to? Please Jennifer | Hello, I have studied your case. I think that this pain can be due to either any infection in urinary bladder or otherwise it can be due to gut infection. I would suggest you following.1. Get ultrasound of the abdomen.2.urinary examination both routine and microscopic. If there is any infection or any abnormality of th... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, may I answer your health queries I am 44 with controlled diabets, hypertension and moderate sleepm apnea. I have been having a hard time with taking a deep breath. I have no edema. I did a chest xray for pre-op and it showed minimal cardiomegaly. Should I be overly concerned? | Thanks for your question on MediTalk. I can understand your concern. You should definitely rule out heart diseases for your breathing difficulty. You are having the following risk factors for heart diseases. 1. Diabetes2. Hypertension3. Cardiomegaly on chest x rays better to consult cardiologist and get done blood pres... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am a 37 yr old man. After a recent abdominal/pelvis MRI with contrast I was told that I had a 5mm benign cyst in the right lobe of my liver. How can they be sure it is benign, simply via MRI Imaging? I had one CT of the Abdomen/Pelvis 2 years prior and another 5 years prior. Neither of these CTs showed this cyst. Why... | Hi, How are you? I am sorry to hear about your diagnosis, but I would not worry about it. Cysts in the liver are a fairly frequent finding on scans of the abdomen. Most often these cysts tend to be "simple cysts" and do not cause any trouble whatsoever to the patient. That is one of the reason why they can grow up to 2... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have been sick for about 2 weeks with a congested cough and nose. I may have had 2 colds concurrently from two separate sources. Now, in the mornings and evenings my throat and ears hurt very badly, but this pain goes away almost entirely during the day. If I lean my head forward, the pain in my ears increases dramat... | HelloWelcome to MediTalk, The history and symptoms are suggestive of some viral infection affecting your respiratory system and the eyes. The constitutional symptoms are maybe a flu like symptoms which will subside by itself. If the symptoms are not improving you may need lab investigations. For the present symptoms I ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi my name is hodan and i would like to find out about zyncet syrum and its side effects and dossage. my daughter is about 2.5 and is taking this medications. she has tonsils and thats what was prescribed for her but i have my doubts as she has no allergies. thank you | Hello, I read carefully your query and understand your concern. Lancet 5 MG Syrup is a very effective and potent medication to treat allergic symptoms. So, if the symptoms are related to an allergy, this medication is correct. In other case, the medication may only help in relieving the symptoms. Hope my answer was hel... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My baby is 2 months old. He is suffering from loose motion for last 5/6 days. Dr has given a stool test and found micro organism present there... The Dr. has prescribed Zanocin liquid 50mg/5 ml twice a day for 7 days. shall I should go for it? And is the doses are ok? Please advice. | Hello, No need for Lanolin (ofloxacin) antibiotic for 2 months baby. Stop it. Continue breast milk. The stool is an excreta, and it will contain bacteria of course. You can give probiotic sachets mixed with warm water/milk. No need for antibiotics at present. If you see blood in the stool only you can give antibiotics... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am on chemo and slipped in tub 1 week ago, banging my lower leg on inside about an inch from shin. It just bruised first with no swelling. It still doesn t appear swollen externally, although slightly bruised still, but I noticed that it feels lumpy under the skin. Could this be a blood clot? | Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have history of injury. You may have some hematoma formation due to extravasation of blood. Furthermore, you may have chance of some internal injuries. Furthermore, you should go for x-ray or MRI to rule out any internal injuries. Furtherm... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi,I am starting to have dizzy spells more frequently recently. I used to have them a lot before,to the point where I would black out.that stopped years ago,dizzy spells reduced. And now its back,everyday,specially when i stretch.Ive had my blood pressure checked and it was normal. | Hello! Thank you for asking on MediTalk! Regarding your concern, you should know that your symptoms could be related to epilepsy seizures or low blood pressure. I recommend you to closely monitor your blood pressure frequently during the day. Some tests are needed to investigate for the possible causes: - an EEG-comple... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hello sir i have a big problem from many days i can say from many months that if i talk to any girl are to my girl friend on mobile my sperm come out automatically and if i watch any sex movie are at least a romantic kiss the water comes out and in a week 2 to 3 times night fall happens and my size also not increasing ... | Degree understand your concerns went through your descriptions. I suggest you not to worry much. Ejaculation on talking to a girl is not actual ejaculation. It is just lubrication. It happens to every man. Nothing to worry. Night fall happens because body want to eject the excess sperm. You are very romantic and sensua... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am a 53 year old female. I have had a cough....sometimes dry, but mostly productive....for going on 9 weeks. Wheezing often accompanies the cough and seems to be worse upon inhaling. I have been to the doctor 3 times during this period. I have had 3 rounds of antibiotics (Ceftin, Amoxicillin, and Levoquin), a cortiso... | Hello As you mentioned that you are having cough ( MediTalk. Cough is accompanied by wheeze. In my opinion such type of cough may be due to these possibilities, these include :1 Asthmatic allergic bronchitis, when such patient visit my clinic I only prescribe them to take montelukast+ albuterol, one tablet once in the... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | hi, I am suffering from cough and flu cold for more than 20 days, i am healthy person weighing 80 kgs height 59 and i can do lots of exercises without getting tired but these days once i step on to treadmill i cant even jog for 5 mins getting, i get problem of breathing and i struggle for normal breathing as if i got a... | Hi, You need to get evaluated for respiratory system once for asthma or pneumonia or only upper respiratory tract infection as these are mainly responsible for acute onset of illness. So you need evaluation once using X-ray chest and examination. Till then take anti-inflammatory MediTalk. These will help you. Hope thi... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My Dad is suffering from a typical problem now a days, his blood pressure i shooting up upto 175/90 in the night time and he feels restlessness. He is on medication , but we are curious to know what could be the reason for this happening in night time? | HelloThanks for your query. I will try my best to provide you with the best possible professional recommendations to your questions. One of the basic reasons for a spike in blood pressure levels at night is due to nighttime noises which can range from traffic on the roads, to airplanes flying over-head to stray animals... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I had an MRI done about a month go on my right knee. They found red marrow from my femur. I and all different blood tests done and found nothing. My doctor said its normal. Now my entire leg hurts. Feels like a toothache in my legend don t know what it could be. Could it be sciatica? | Hellhole pain may be due to sciatica. Your condition may need clinical evaluation and further investigations. As routine investigations have been done, I suggest for MRI of L/S spine. It is important to assess nerve root compression, disc prolapse etc. It is important to assess radiation of pain etc. This may indicate ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HiyaI have some chest pain. It feels like I have an obstruction just left of my right breast but behind my ribs. When I lie down at night the pain gets much worse and I get shooting pains across my chest and then up to my neck. It does not feel like a pulsating pain with my heart beat, but while I am sat here now I can... | Thanks for your question on MediTalk. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of musculoskeletal pain is more likely. So do following things for better symptomatic relief. 1. Avoid heavyweight lifting and strenuous exercise. 2. Avoid movements causing pain.3. Take painkiller and musc... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am 44 years old, female, I have had ovarian cancer but removed with surgery15 years ago. Boyhood of my grandmothers died before 40 with cancer. I am now suffering from a single sore on my scalp at the hair line. It has healed and returned for almost 6 months now. I also have swollen painful lymph nodes on both sides ... | Hi, Welcome to MediTalk, It seems that you have got some infection on scalp giving rise to painful enlarge lymph nodes on both sides of neck. Treat the scalp lesion with oral antibiotic medicine, and you will be alright. Apply antibiotic cream on sore part after proper cleaning with antiseptic lotion. Go for treatment ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi. I have a query regarding a STD infection, Gonorrhea , sexually active in the last 7 days and noticed a light green milky discharge from my penis 2 days ago. Classic Gonorrhea symptom. So have self medicated with Ciprobay 750mg in the last 24 hours. All is well, however slight nasal congestion , fever, bad breathe (... | HelloThanks for your query, based on the facts that you have posted it appears that you have varied symptoms associated with greenish urethral discharge suggestive of active Gonococcal infection. The symptoms that you have are not due to side effects of Ciprofloxacin but part ODF active Gonococcal infection. Please con... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hello, recently I have been having this warm pinchy feeling in my left lung, it feels more uncomferable then painful, but also it feels like a lump on my left side again but on my back and I cant lay on my back. My spine has burned a little I smoke about 25 Ciggarettes a day for about 6 years now | Thanks for your question on MediTalk. I can understand your situation and problem. Since you are smoker, possibility of either lung infection or bronchitis is more. In both these conditions, uncomfortable feeling with back pain are seen. So better to consult pulmonologist and get done 1. Clinical examination of respira... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I was diagnosed with bacterial vaginosis and I was on antibiotic for 7days 2pills a day and I took my last dose and woke up the next day with a itch swollen clit they prescribed me a stronger antibiotic is it normal for it to be itchy and swollen your clit? | Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to MediTalk. I read and understand your concern. I am MediTalk answering your concern. No, if your vaginosis is cured you never has swollen clitoris. In my advice your infection is not cured yet. You can take metronidazole and clindamycin tablet under your doctors' guidance. If yo... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I ve been having a high prolactin levels for over a year and my doctors doesn t want to put me on medication to lower it. Me and my fiance I have been trying to conceive for 7 months and nothing has happened.. And I was wondering if you can level scan be a cause of not getting pregnant and what I could do to lower them... | Hello dairy understand your concerning prolactin cause menstrual irregularity and infertility problem. High prolactin could be due to PCs, hypothyroidism, liver and kidney disease. I would suggest consulting gynecologist and undergo other reproductive and thyroid hormone analysis, USG scan, ovarian follicle study, LFT,... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | MY HUSBAND IS 82 AND FELL AND BLEED IN BETWEEN HIS FINGERS AND THE PINKY FINGER OF COURSE IS BOTHERING HIM. I PUT ICE RIGHT AWAY AND NEOSPORIN AND PUT ON A BANDAGE AND A LOOSE BAND AID. IT NOW IS BLACK AND BLUE AND SWOLLEN COULD THAT BE THAT HIS FINGER IS BROKEN. HE TAKES PERCECOT AND HAS SPINAL STENOIS, AND HAS DEMENT... | Hello, It is just a minor inflammation at the wound site: As a first line management, you can take analgesics/anti-inflammatory combination like diclofenac/serratiopeptidase for symptomatic relief. Generally, the symptoms will settle in a couple of days. If symptoms persist better to consult a physician and get evalua... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My younger son age 3 yrs, got skin rashesget started first in hand..then started on legs, cheeks.. i am more worried now to go for 2nd opinion, ..already treatment was going from last one month..nothing more improved on this..please suggest on this.. | Hi, Your son has rash on face, hands and legs for more than a month, as you said. There may be itching also. And the rash may be papulovesicular and there may be eczematisation. Treatment is given, but with poor response, right? I feel that your son may be having atomic dermatitis. There may be itchy reddish and edemat... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My husband and I have the flu - temperatures, body aches, dizziness etc. I am currently breastfeeding our 10 week old baby and weve just noticed today that he is coughing a fair bit. He doesnt have a temperature but he is moaning in his sleep which is unusual. He has also vomited a couple of times today. Should we be w... | Hello. Welcome. At this age these symptoms are normal and should not possess any risk. As i Lactation Consultant I would suggest you to breastfeed your baby as much as you can because even if he has the flu your antibodies found in your breast milk will heal your baby and make him feel better. If the baby shows others ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | my progesterone is 72 my doctoer wont give me clomid as it will give me false hope why is that Hi im 36,4years ago i had a laparoscopy & dye put through my tubes & found out i had a patent left tube & my right tube is fine..my progesterone levels were 72,i asked the doctor at the time if i could have clomid & they refu... | Hi, thanks for query. You should take second opinion. You have got all right to know about your test results and planning of treatment. You should discuss this with your doctor. Clomid is given to induce ovulation in cases where there is no ovulation. Once you are already pregnant in past your chances of pregnancy are ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Sometimes semen leaks out of my penis (It usually leaks after I pee but it doesn t happen all the time, it usually happens if I ve had an erection earlier) and afterwards there is a pain in the shaft. The pain usually goes away on it s own or if I get an erection and after the erection has subsidized the pain will go a... | Dear, We understand your concerns went through your details. Semen leakage is a normal and involuntary process and there is nothing to worry about it. As you are already aware, the semen is being produced when you are sexually aroused. The produced semen is stored within your body as a waste product. Body needs to ejec... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I am wondering why I have another upper respiratory infection? I was diagnosed with bronchitis this fall and it finally went away after 3 rounds of different antibiotics. A chest xray was taken and they said it was fine. Should I be concerned? It took me almost 3 months to be completely recover from bronchitis. I ... | Thanks for your question completely understand your question actually in chronic bronchitis cough will remain either less or more through output if cough with expectoration, that too if sputum is yellow or green or foul smelling that means there is a secondary bacterial infection which happen edit can be associated wit... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi my name is Jessica Potvin and i have family members in my family whom are bipolar and i am experiencing alot of problems within the last year that i would like to ask. First off i am 25 years old and i have 3 little boys. I am constantly fighting with my Husband over stupid things. I tend to cry alot when he says so... | Hi dear, thank you for your query.First as your family member is suffering from bipolar illness, so there may be chance of bipolar disorder in you than other. But for proper diagnosis detail and mental status examination is necessary. What ever you described about you is suggestive of you have depression and due to tha... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, may I answer your health queries right now ? Please type your query here... hello, my son is 7 months old and i just realised yesterday that he has a swollen penis and i tried putting sudocream and not wearing nappies for him but he still has a swollen penis as at now. am really concerned and i dont know what to do... | Hi, The swollen penis is due to infection under the foreskin. It is called Atlantis. You need to clean the foreskin properly during bathing. Can you be able to retract the foreskin? If it is tight you may need to dilate the prepuce. Some time insect and ant bite may cause penile swelling. You have to consult pediatrici... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | HI Doctor, Last month i got my periods on Jan 9th but i have skipped my periods for Feb month. I performed pergnancy test at home and the result showed positive. But we do not have plans for a baby at this point in time. I was suggested with Regestrone tablet for 2 times for 5 days. Is this safe or is there any other o... | Hello dear, I understand your concern. In my opinion the progesterone is prescribed for the onset of periods when the periods are delayed due to some other cause other than pregnancy. So it is not the right choice. Usually the termination of pregnancy is done by medical and surgical procedures. Medical termination of p... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, last week i found much blood in my semen and again after 3 days same happened. (i had gap of 3 days for intercourse) and again today too. it seems that it occur every time when the semen comes out. semen qty is also less and thicker than before. I have no pain at all. Pls give me quick solution something like antib... | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. Finding blood in semen after ejaculating can be a cause of concern for men. Blood in the semen can be referred as haematospermia or haemospermia. Blood in the semen can come from several sources like inflammation of prostrate, urethra, seminal vesicles, trauma,... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I am Kamal. I have been smoking for 14 Years..Daily an average 5 cigarettes. Now I am planning to quit. I would like to diagnose my body for the effects of smoking..what are the diagnostics available today? Also please suggest which doctor( specialization) to consult? | Hi welcome to MediTalk... According to history you are heavy and chronic smoker ... Smoking can release elastane, and it can damage lung elastic tissue .... Smoker can develop following disease ....1. Bronchitis and emphysema (COPD)2. Restrictive lung disease 3. Interstitial lung fibrosis 4. Lung cancer 5. Smoker more ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have a pain that wont leave me at rest, doctors havent found the issue, other than there was two gallbladder polyps , and I have this stomach pain that is presistent, all they give me for pain is percocet , and I live with it until these doctors can find the issue with my stomach, hard to believe other folks must hav... | Hello. Polyps of the gallbladder typically do not cause symptoms. What are the size of the polyps? What type of abdominal pain is it? Does the pain worsen with food or more on empty stomach? Please get evaluation with upper GI endoscopy done if pain is persisting. If you are symptomatic with biliary pain and no other c... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I hit my knee on a metal hinge getting into a 4wheeler. It hurts to the touch and walking. Sitting down low like on a toilet is excruciating. However I can straighten it and can walk. I vied it for thirty minutes and now it hurts worse. That was iced it. | HelloYour condition need proper clinical evaluation. You may need X-ray of knee(AP/Lateral view). It will exclude bony fracture. You are rightly taking conservative treatment. You may take analgesics and proton pump inhibitor. MRI of knee may be advised after clinical evaluation. MRI will exclude ligament, meniscus inj... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Monday I was diagnosed with Strep throat. Given an antibiotic. My symptoms have worsened. The uvula is swollen, white spots, laying on the back of my tongue and is raw. Swiping with a q-tip reveals some traces of blood. My throat is so sore that it is difficult to swallow. My glands are swollen and I have lots of white... | Hi, Thanks for asking. All the symptoms you have suggested streptococcal infection. Penicillin or Mobil are antibiotics of first choice. If you are allergic to penicillin, you can be given- Azithromycin, Cyclosporine, Clarithromycin, clindamycin... A prolonged therapy may be needed as per severity of infection by tre... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My BP is 109 by 67. Blood Sugar Fasting is 98 and 2 hours after breakfast is 124. I weigh 78 KG. I am 59 year old. I do moderate exercise ( A 3-4 KM MORNING WALK 6 TIMES A WEEK FOR 45 MINUTES) and am a vegetarian. My food habits are timely (breakfast at 8:30, lunch 1 PM, Dinner at 9 PM, I might snack around 6 PM which ... | Hello and thank you for using MediTalk. I carefully read your question and I understand your concern. I will try to explain you something. There are different reasons that might cause palpitations. In general, they are caused by electrical issues in the heart. It may be just an elevated heart rate above 100/beat for mi... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Greetings, I just recently had a EKG and it was reported as slight inferior repolarization disturbance, consider ischemia, LV overload aspecific change Boarderline ECG. I am 53 y.o., and very athletic. My cholesterol readings were a bit high but it was due to my HDL being higher than normal. (Cholesterol-210, HDL-74, L... | Hi, Though I wish I could see the actual ECG, the report you mention is often given when there is a small abnormality in the T wave. Most often this is a normal variant, meaning that there is nothing wrong with your heart, some people just have this abnormality. Your cardiologist will probably ask you about any symptom... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My 8 year old has developed a splotchy red rash over entire body except his face. He has had no other symptoms and says only one arm itches. We have not changed any cleaning products and he had not tried any new foods or taken any medication. He is a frequent swimmer at the community pool. Could this be swimmer s itch ... | Thanks for posting at MediTalk. Your son seems to have developed allergic reaction to something he is exposed to in the swimming pool, a phenomenon commonly referred to as swimmers itch. It is basically a contact dermatitis and staying away from the stimulus for some time should help in relieving the situation. Some st... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I use to consume alcohol on all weekends, and I have been using montair LC for past 6 years, please advice me will it cause any allergic reaction or any serious side affects ( will it knock out my Liver? #liver cirrhosis? I am having serious & scary bad dreams almost all night after consuming montair LC and I am sick w... | Hello, The montage LC usually doesn't cause cirrhosis like liver affection. But alcohol can induce liver cirrhosis like irreversible condition. So I suggest you stop alcohol gradually. The montage LC on long term affection can cause chest tightness, gastritis and many other side effects. So stop it and find cause for... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | My wife is suffering from emotional breakdowns due to my son s studies. She is about 35 years of age and my son is 7 years old. I wish her to take some psychoanalysis as this may help her to overcome this problem. She has a history of such emotional disorder on her mother s side. pls help with suitable contacts in kolk... | Degree understand your concerns went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. I sincerely wish you away from your conceptualization. She must be getting a bit more angry and emotional than the usual. You should not try to give mental disorder color to her behavior. Talk to her regarding this. Take her to... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I fell asleep in chair by my computer Wed. night and felt out of it landing on my right side. My chest landed on my bent arm. Knocked the wind out of me and hurt while getting up but I figured I maybe just lightly bruised the chest and ribs. Pain has been horrendous trying to move, breath, cough, sneeze, etc...my wh... | Thanks for your question on MediTalk. I can understand your concern. Yes, you should definitely go to ER now, don't afraid of being late. You had blunt chest trauma and your symptoms are mostly due to any of the following. 1. Rib fracture 2. Pneumothorax 3. Pulmonary confusions. 4. Musculoskeletal injury. So better to ... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | I have been battling a groin infection for the past nine days. The culture just came back as proteus mirabilis and I have taken a prescription of Cephalexin which did not help much. I am currently on my fourth day of Clyndamycin. The abscess is still draining a very smelly fluid and it is going on the eighth day of ... | Hi, Welcome to MediTalk. Proteus Mirabilis is one of the bacteria which is normally present in the intestine and is excreted in the stool. It commonly causes urinary tract infection in persons with bad personal hygiene. It can cause wound infections and rarely abscesses. In your case I would suggest you get the abscess... |
If you are a doctor, please answer the medical questions based on the patient's description. | Hi, I need to know if YAZ contraceptives are strong enough to delay menstrual period? I delayed my period for a week by continuing to take the pink pills, but the past two my period so very slightly marked twice and then nothing and I want to know if i should consider that period or are the YAZ pills strong enough to p... | Hello, thanks for sharing your concern, For women who choose the Pill for birth control, Baal and YAM are approved to:Prevent pregnancy - 99% effective when taken as directedTreat premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)Baal and YAM are not approved to treat Premenstrual Syn MediTalk. Folate lowers the risk of having ra... |
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