Question 1

I'm really concerned about my dad. He has a calcification in his liver that's about 6mm big. On top of that, he's been frequently getting cold and cough. He's already on medication for his heart condition and diabetes. What should we be doing about this? Is there anything specific we should watch out for or any additional treatment options we could consider?

Accepted Answer

Considering the calcification in the liver (6mm) and recurring cold and cough, consult a hepatologist or gastroenterologist for:

Diagnostic Tests

1. Liver Function Tests (LFTs)
2. Ultrasound or CT scan to assess calcification size and location
3. Blood tests: Complete Blood Count (CBC), Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN), Creatinine
4. Echocardiogram (for heart condition)
5. Pulmonary function tests (for respiratory issues)

Management

1. Monitor liver function and calcification size
2. Adjust diabetes and heart medications as needed
3. Treat respiratory infections with antibiotics (if bacterial)
4. Consider antiviral medications (if viral infection suspected)
5. Lifestyle modifications:
- Healthy diet
- Regular exercise
- Stress management
- Adequate sleep

Potential Concerns

1. Hepatitis B or C infection
2. Liver cancer risk
3. Metabolic syndrome
4. Pulmonary embolism risk (due to calcification)

Question 2

I'm kind of worried about a small wound on my finger. I'm not sure if it's from my dog biting or scratching me while we were playing. I even saw a little blood near my dog's nose, which made me start thinking. I read online that rabies symptoms can t...

Accepted Answer

Since you are unsure if it was a dog bite or scratch, it's important to clean the wound thoroughly with soap and water. To be safe, you should consult a healthcare professional for further evaluation and possible rabies vaccination. In the meantime, you can take a tetanus shot to prevent any infection from developing.

Question 3

I've been thinking a lot since they found a stone in my gall bladder during an ultrasound last month. There's been a bit of pain that's bothering me, and I'm kind of worried. Is surgery to remove the gall bladder the only way to deal with this, or ar...

Accepted Answer

Yes surgical removal of the gall bladder is the only solution for this,visit Gastro surgeon and plan for surgery

Question 4

I've just gotten my LFT and Lipid profile test results, and I'm kind of worried because the numbers seem high. My total bilirubin is at 2.1 mgdl, direct bilirubin is 0.5 mgdl, and the indirect bilirubin is 1.6 mgdl. Can you help me understand what th...

Accepted Answer

Based on these results, you may benefit from taking Ursodeoxycholic acid to help lower your bilirubin levels.

Question 5

I recently found out I have HSV1, but I tested negative for HSV2. I think my partner also has HSV1 and not HSV2. If he performs oral sex on me when he's not having an outbreak, is there a chance I'd end up with HSV2 genital herpes, or would it just b...

Accepted Answer

Since you and your partner both have HSV-1, the risk of transmitting HSV-1 to your genitals through oral sex is present, but you will not contract HSV-2; if infected, you may develop genital herpes caused by HSV-1, which tends to be less severe and less likely to recur compared to HSV-2.

Question 6

I'm really curious about the best methods for birth control. Are birth control pills actually safe for women? And if they are, which pill is considered the best with the least side effects? I've heard a lot of conflicting information and would love s...

Accepted Answer

Thats unusual,visit General Physician for appropriate approach.and maintain balanced diet and healthy lifestyle

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