Question 1

My friend had a bike accident 8 months ago and got a brain injury with a blood clot. Even though the clot got better, he still has memory and behavior problems and is on medication. Now he's been diagnosed with a fistula and needs surgery. Is it safe to try homeopathy for the fistula while he's still taking his brain injury meds?

Accepted Answer

Homeopathy is not recommended for fistulas with history of trauma‚Äîbest to go with surgical correction after neuro clearance.

Question 2

I've been experiencing a really sharp pain on the left side of my neck that feels like being poked with a big needle. It's been going on for a few days now. Should I be worried? What could be causing this?

Accepted Answer

Considering your symptoms and test results, it's possible that your chest pain is related to:

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Esophageal spasm
Musculoskeletal issue

Consult a gastroenterologist for further evaluation and treatment.

They may recommend additional tests, such as an endoscopy or pH monitoring.

In the meantime, continue with the antiacid and anti-gas medications as prescribed.

Question 3

I've been feeling really dizzy and I've learned it's due to functional vertigo. Could you suggest some exercises or things I can do to help improve this? I'm kinda worried and want to make sure I'm handling it right.

Accepted Answer

Monitoring Cholesterol Levels After Starting Rosuvastatin (Rozat)

_Initial Monitoring_

1. _Baseline check_: Your husband's cholesterol levels were checked in March 2018, providing a baseline measurement.
2. _Starting Rozat_: He was prescribed Rozat 20 mg to manage high cholesterol.

_Follow-Up Schedule_

1. _First follow-up_: Schedule a follow-up lipid profile test 6-8 weeks after starting Rozat to assess the medication's effectiveness.
2. _Subsequent follow-ups_: After the initial follow-up, schedule lipid profile tests every 3-6 months to monitor cholesterol levels and adjust the treatment plan as needed.
3. _Annual check-ups_: Once cholesterol levels are stable, annual check-ups can help maintain optimal cholesterol levels.

_Additional Recommendations_

1. _Lifestyle modifications_: Encourage your husband to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, and stress management.
2. _Medication adherence_: Ensure he takes Rozat as prescribed and attends scheduled follow-up appointments.

It sounds like you may have a nerve-related issue, such as cervical radiculopathy, which can cause pain radiating from the neck to the arm. Avoid heavy lifting, and consider seeing a neurologist or orthopedist for an MRI or detailed evaluation to pinpoint the cause and get relief.

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I've been experiencing a really sharp pain on the left side of my neck that feels like being poked with a big needle. It's been going on for a few days now. Should I be worried? What could be causing this?

I've been feeling really dizzy and I've learned it's due to functional vertigo. Could you suggest some exercises or things I can do to help improve this? I'm kinda worried and want to make sure I'm handling it right.

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