Question 1

I'm really concerned about my uncle who's 60 years old. He's been occasionally running a fever for the past month and has lost weight. He was 78 kg, but now has reduced a bit over the last few months. The chest CT scan results and AFB test both came back negative. Can you help me understand what might be causing these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

do CBNAAT to confirm Tuberculosis

Question 2

I'm really worried about my dad. For the past few days, he's been complaining of severe back pain and just seems super tired. He's also been having trouble breathing normally, like he has to take deep breaths and it's kinda like he's struggling. Plus, he feels like he might vomit but hasn't actually thrown up. Everything else seems okay, like his bathroom habits and appetite, but you can just tell by looking at him that he's exhausted. What could be going on with him?

Accepted Answer

That could be GERD, visit Gastroenterologist for appropriate treatment.

Question 3

I've been taking Evion for a liver infection, just like I did two years ago for about a month, and didn't have any issues back then. But this time, after starting Evion again, I've been getting headaches for a couple of days. Once I stopped, the headaches went away. Why would Evion cause headaches now when it didn't before?

Accepted Answer

Short-Term Wysolone (Prednisolone) Use: Immune System Impact

_Wysolone 20mg for 6 days:_

1. *Immune system suppression*: Prednisolone can weaken the immune system, making you more susceptible to infections.
2. *Impact on normal body functioning*: Short-term use is unlikely to cause significant long-term effects, but may lead to:
    - Mood changes
    - Insomnia
    - Increased appetite
    - Water retention

_Infection risk:_

1. *Increased risk*: Yes, taking Wysolone for 6 days can increase your risk of developing infections, particularly:
    - Respiratory infections
    - Urinary tract infections
    - Skin infections
2. *Duration of increased risk*: The risk of infection may persist for several weeks after stopping Wysolone.

_Recovery of immunity:_

1. *Timeframe*: Immune function typically recovers within 2-4 weeks after stopping Wysolone.
2. *Supporting immune recovery*: To help your immune system recover:
    - Get plenty of rest
    - Stay hydrated
    - Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains
    - Avoid close contact with people who are sick
    - Practice good hygiene (e.g., frequent handwashing)

-The continuous hiccups your father is experiencing might be a side effect of the medication he's been receiving. Hiccups can sometimes result from irritation to the diaphragm or the nervous system. To help stop them, try giving him a small sip of cold wa

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