Question 1

I'm really worried about my husband. He's been feeling this weird stickiness around his anus for the past few months and he's also mentioning some light pain around his abdomen that just seems to move around. It's really affecting his mood and he's getting pretty down about it. Are there any home remedies or tips you could suggest for some quick relief?

Accepted Answer

Tetanus toxoid protection duration:

For adults with incomplete or unknown vaccination history:

- 2-4 doses, given within 2 years (2016-2017), provide protection for approximately 5-10 years.
- Booster shots are recommended every 10 years to maintain immunity.

Consult your doctor for personalized advice and to determine if a booster shot is needed.

Question 2

I've just gotten over a bout of chickenpox and it seems like I'm all cured now after about 15 days. I'm wondering how long I should wait before it's safe to have sex with my wife. What do you think?

Accepted Answer

yes you can do because Chickenpox is contagious for one to two days before the appearance of the rash and until the blisters have dried and become scabs.

Question 3

I'm really curious about something. I had surgery for a benign pituitary macroadenoma back in 2014, and I've been on cabergoline 0.25mg once a week since then. I just had a baby, but my lactation seems to be completely suppressed. Do you think it mig...

Accepted Answer

It may take one week to one month to restore the normal lactation after stopping the drug

Question 4

I've been having really bad gas pain in my chest and back since last night, and it's been pretty unbearable. I also know I have a gall bladder stone that's about 12 mm and I struggle with acidity problems too. Can you help me figure out what I should...

Accepted Answer

It sounds like the gas pain might be linked to your gallbladder stone and acidity. Avoid spicy, fatty foods, and eat small, frequent meals. For immediate relief, take an antacid and consult a gastroenterologist soon to discuss options like dietary management or surgery for the stone.

Question 5

I've just had a chest X-ray, and while most of it looks good, there's this one finding that says "tenting of the left diaphragm grade 1.1." What exactly does that mean? Is it something I should be worried about health-wise? Could there be a link to m...

Accepted Answer

Based on your symptoms and self-examination, it's possible that you may have:

1. Anal fissure
2. Sentinel pile (a type of hemorrhoid)
3. Anal abscess

Consult a gastroenterologist, proctologist, or a general surgeon for a proper evaluation and diagnosis. They may recommend:

1. Digital rectal examination (DRE)
2. Anoscopy
3. Imaging tests (e.g., ultrasound, MRI)

In the meantime, consider:

- Increasing fiber intake
- Staying hydrated
- Avoiding straining during bowel movements
- Applying topical creams or ointments (e.g., hydrocortisone) for symptom relief

Question 6

I'm really worried because I've had HH for the last 10 years and been on medication, specifically nexpre 20 plain, every day and it's been manageable. But for the last 5 or 6 years, I've noticed blood in my stool occasionally which goes away after a ...

Accepted Answer

That couldbe hemorrhoids,visit Gastro surgeon for evaluation and appropriate management.

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