Question 1

I'm really worried about my 14-month-old daughter; she's not walking yet, just crawling, and her weight seems quite low at 7.2 kg. She was 2.8 kg at birth. I'm not breastfeeding anymore and I've been giving her cow's milk along with soft food three times a day. She eats well, but she's having stools 2 to 3 times daily. The doctor recommended Bevcon syrup for a month, but I'm not sure if that's enough. Could you suggest what else I should consider or if there's another syrup that might help?

Accepted Answer

Congratulations on your recent marriage!

A 26-27 day menstrual cycle is considered normal. Typical menstrual cycle length: 21-35 days.

However, your recent weight gain (8kg in 3 months) may affect hormone levels and fertility. Consider:

- Healthy eating habits
- Regular exercise
- Consult your gynecologist for personalized advice

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle will benefit your overall well-being and reproductive health.

Question 2

I'm really worried about my son. He got tested positive for TB a couple of months back. He had a cough and fever then, and hes also been dealing with asthma and diarrhea for about two months. So, the doctor said its TB, IBD, and asthma, and hes on medication for all of it. Just last week, he had a mild fever and dry cough again, and now he's positive for COVID. I'm really confused about when he'll be eligible for the COVID vaccine and if it's safe for him to go back to school without it. Can you advise on what steps we should take next?

Accepted Answer

Pulmonologist opinion is advised to the patient.

Question 3

I'm pretty worried about my 7-year-old daughter. Her CRP level came back at 65 during a blood test, and that seems pretty high to me. The doctor gave her antibiotics for three days, but I'm anxious about how serious this is. Is this level of CRP dangerous, and what kind of effects can it have? The weird thing is there doesn't seem to be any inflammation in her body. Is this normal? Can it be taken care of easily? I'd really appreciate any advice you can give.

Accepted Answer

A CRP (C-Reactive Protein) level of 65 is elevated, indicating inflammation or infection. However, it's not necessarily dangerous, especially since your daughter doesn't have any visible inflammation.

_What does an elevated CRP level mean?_

1. Infection: Bacterial or viral infections can cause elevated CRP levels.
2. Inflammation: CRP levels can rise in response to inflammation, even if there's no visible inflammation.

_Antibiotics and Treatment_

1. The doctor's prescription of antibiotics for 3 days is a standard approach to treating potential bacterial infections.
2. Monitor your daughter's condition and CRP levels after completing the antibiotic course.

_When to Worry_

1. If your daughter's CRP levels remain elevated or increase despite treatment.
2. If she develops symptoms like fever, vomiting, or severe abdominal pain.
3. If she has a history of underlying medical conditions or weakened immunity.

_Next Steps_

1. Complete the antibiotic course as prescribed.
2. Schedule a follow-up appointment with your doctor to re-check CRP levels and assess your daughter's condition.
3. Keep an eye on your daughter's overall health and watch for any concerning symptoms.

I'm a bit worried because I put T Minic drops in my 4-month-old baby's nose and she cried afterward. She eventually calmed down, but could this be something I should be worried about?

usually there is no problem after giving t mimic drop but consult ent if there is any bleeding from nose or any nasal problrms

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