Question 1

Just had an ultrasound that showed multiple gallstones, biggest one is 8mm. Is there any ayurvedic medicine that can dissolve these stones so I don't need surgery? Really worried about going under the knife.

Accepted Answer

Ayurvedic herbs like bhumi amla and kalmegh are promoted but lack strong evidence. If gallstones are symptomatic, surgery remains the gold standard.

Question 2

I'm wondering about this 17 mm stone in my gall bladder that I recently found out about. I'm not in any pain right now, even though it's pretty big. I'm 42 years old and a bit unsure about what to do. Should I get the surgery done right away, or is it okay to wait a year or so since I'm not feeling any discomfort at the moment? I understand surgery is necessary eventually, but I'm curious if there's any harm in waiting a bit given my current situation.

Accepted Answer

Based on your symptoms, it's possible that you're experiencing a combination of musculoskeletal and gastrointestinal issues. Here's a breakdown:

*Possible Causes*

1. *Musculoskeletal issues*: The discomfort in your left arm, shoulder joint pain, and wrist pain could be related to:
    - Poor posture
    - Muscle strain or overuse
    - Tendinitis or bursitis
2. *Gastrointestinal issues*: The left-side chest pain that comes and goes, accompanied by burping, might be related to:
    - Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
    - Acid reflux
    - Stomach ulcers or inflammation
3. *Other possibilities*: Although less likely, given your previous heart checkup results, other potential causes could include:
    - Costochondritis (inflammation of the cartilage that connects the ribs to the breastbone)
    - Precordial catch syndrome (a benign condition that causes chest pain)

*Recommendations*

1. *Consult your doctor*: Schedule an appointment with your primary care physician to discuss your symptoms.
2. *Gastrointestinal evaluation*: Your doctor may recommend:
    - Upper endoscopy
    - Barium swallow
    - Ambulatory acid probe test
3. *Musculoskeletal evaluation*: Your doctor may suggest:
    - Physical therapy
    - Stretching exercises
    - Pain management medication
4. *Lifestyle changes*: Consider:
    - Improving your posture
    - Avoiding heavy lifting or bending
    - Managing stress
    - Avoiding trigger foods that can exacerbate acid reflux

Question 3

I'm really worried about my grandmother. She's 56 and has diabetes. Last year, while she was swallowing her prescribed pills, one got stuck in her food pipe. This went unnoticed until it happened a second time, so we thought it might be a stroke. We took her to an ENT specialist and all tests, like the CT scan, came back normal. But now it has happened twice again, first with pills and then with food. This time the doctor has suggested an endoscopy. We haven't done it yet. Could you help me understand what might be going on with her?

Accepted Answer

Usually in adults foreign body inside windpipe or lower down are expelled by powerful cough reflex. It's unlikely that it will stay in airway without any symptoms. Probably you have injured your upper airway while coughing. Usually it will resolve on its own within few days

Visit your Physician for evaluation and appropriate management

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