Question 1

I'm having a tough time with an anal fissure over the past few days and its really painful, especially during bowel movements. Are there any home remedies or tips to help ease the pain? Looking for any advice to make things a bit more manageable.

Accepted Answer

drink oral fluids

Question 2

I've been dealing with GERD for about 7 months, and I've been switched between a few different antacids during that time. My symptoms have gotten much better lately, and my appetite is finally good again. But now I'm having issues with my menstrual cyclegoing from amenorrhea to oligomenorrhea over the past monthand I'm also feeling a bit drowsy. Could this be because of the Levosulpiride I'm taking? I'm not sure if I should keep on with the treatment or consider stopping it. What do you think?

Accepted Answer

Levosulpiride can indeed cause hormonal imbalances leading to menstrual irregularities like amenorrhea or oligomenorrhea in some cases. Since you have developed these symptoms after starting Levosulpiride, it is possible that it could be the cause. I recommend discussing this with your doctor to explore alternative medications for your GERD that do not have this side effect.

Question 3

I've been dealing with going to the toilet 10 to 12 times a day, and sometimes it's even more than that. It's been happening for six months now. Any ideas on what might be going on or suggestions on what I should do about it?

Accepted Answer

Dog Bite Incident and Potential Infection Risk

_Assessment:_

1. _Minor wound_: The wound was small and healed quickly.
2. _Prompt wound care_: You washed the wound with Dettol liquid, reducing the risk of infection.
3. _Low-risk bite_: The dog's tooth only grazed the skin, and the wound didn't become infected.

_Precautions and recommendations:_

1. _Monitor for symptoms_: Keep an eye out for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, increased pain, or pus.
2. _Rabies risk is low_: Given the minor nature of the wound and the fact that the dog is still alive and healthy (sleeping in the same place every day), the risk of rabies transmission is low.
3. _Tetanus shot_: If you're not up-to-date on your tetanus vaccinations, consider getting a booster shot.
4. _Consult a doctor_: Schedule a consultation with your primary care physician or an infectious disease specialist to discuss your concerns and determine if any further action is needed.

_No need for:_

1. _Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for rabies_: Given the low-risk nature of the incident.
2. _Immediate antibiotic treatment_: Unless symptoms of infection develop.

I'm a bit worried about my latest blood test results. My total bilirubin came back as 1.7. Is that considered high? Also, my SGPT and SGOT are both 20. Do these numbers mean I might have jaundice? I'm just trying to understand what's going on with my health.

Total bilirubin level of 1.7 is within the normal range (normal range: 0.3-1.9 mgdL). SGPT and SGOT levels of 20 are also within normal range. These values do not indicate jaundice. No treatment is required for these values.

More Gastroenterology/GI medicine Health Queries

I'm having a tough time with an anal fissure over the past few days and its really painful, especially during bowel movements. Are there any home remedies or tips to help ease the pain? Looking for any advice to make things a bit more manageable.

I've been dealing with going to the toilet 10 to 12 times a day, and sometimes it's even more than that. It's been happening for six months now. Any ideas on what might be going on or suggestions on what I should do about it?

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