Question 1

I'm having some concerns and need advice. Yesterday morning, I took an ascazin tab and since then I've been feeling bloated or like my belly is full even without eating. Could it be the ascazin tab causing this, or maybe it's related to the MMR vaccine? Later in the evening on the same day, I also started experiencing shortness of breath and feeling lightheaded. I'm really worried because I have no fever, cough, or cold. Can you help figure out what's going on with my stomach?

Accepted Answer

This needs evaluation,visit Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

Question 2

I'm really worried about my mom. We just got her ultrasound report and it says her liver is enlarged at 21.1 cm with increased echo texture, but there aren't any focal lesions. She has diabetes and high blood pressure too. Could this be related, or is it something different we should be concerned about? What might be causing these changes in her liver?

Accepted Answer

HIV Transmission through Mucous Membranes_

1. _Mucous membranes*: Eyes, nose, mouth, and genital areas are lined with mucous membranes.
2. _HIV transmission risk*: HIV can potentially enter the body through mucous membranes, but the risk is relatively low.

_Eye as a Route for HIV Transmission_

1. _Low risk*: The eyes are considered a low-risk route for HIV transmission.
2. _No documented cases*: There are no documented cases of HIV transmission through eye exposure to infected blood.
3. _Mucous membrane protection*: The eyes have natural protective mechanisms, such as tears and eyelids, which reduce the risk of HIV transmission.

_Precautions and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)_

1. _Wear protective gear*: Always wear gloves, goggles, and a face shield when handling patient blood.
2. _Report incidents*: If you experience a splash or exposure, report it to your supervisor and seek medical attention.
3. _PEP*: If you're exposed to HIV-infected blood, PEP medication may be prescribed to reduce the risk of transmission.

Question 3

I've been dealing with black and bloody stools with mucus for about 10 days now, and it's really worrying me. I also get this dull pain in the middle of my stomach after meals and usually see the blood in my stool 2 to 3 hours after eating. I'm having 3 to 4 bowel movements a day with blood and mucus, and it's exhausting. Besides that, I feel really full, weak, and tired all the time, and even breathing seems a bit harder. I've already seen a doctor who prescribed me Enteroquinol and Revkzole, but it's been four days and there's no relief. Could this be something serious? Should I consider getting a second opinion, or maybe ask for more tests?

Accepted Answer

Your symptoms are suggestive of IBS ,visit Gastroenterologist for evaluation and appropriate managemnet,consume bland diet and take more fluids to avoid dehydration

Found a 12 mm liver haemangioma in the left lobe on my ultrasound report. I've been having abdominal pain with nausea and vomiting can this be managed with meds or will I need surgery?

Yes, Sx is better option but still for final please consult surgeon for full P/E.

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