Question 1

I'm really concerned about my 4-year-old daughter's cough. She's been having it repeatedly for the past 45 months. Sometimes it's dry and other times it's wet. It often happens in the middle of the night or early morning. We tried homeopathy, which helped a little for a while, but it didn't fix it permanently. Is there a chance for a permanent cure, or is it something not to worry too much about?

Accepted Answer

can be cured give antibiotics

Question 2

My 5-month-old baby has been having loose motions for the past 23 days. We've been giving her Enterogermina, Neopeptine, and Rantop, but she's still experiencing it about 23 times a day. I'm really worried and was wondering if you have any suggestions on what we could do to help her get better quickly.

Accepted Answer

refer to pediatrician

Question 3

I'm feeling really concerned about my 3-year-old son after getting his ultrasound results. It says his liver is mildly enlarged but has normal echotexture, with no focal lesion or dilation of intrahepatic biliary channels, and the portal vein and CBD are normal. He seems to have weak stamina and gets tired really quickly. What steps should I take to help him get better or should I be more worried about these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Elevated Mean Platelet Volume (MPV) can be a concern, especially with Type 1 diabetes and hyperglycemia.

_Causes of elevated MPV:_

1. _Inflammation_: Chronic inflammation, often seen in diabetes, can increase MPV.
2. _Oxidative stress_: High blood sugar levels can lead to oxidative stress, which may contribute to elevated MPV.
3. _Platelet activation_: Hyperglycemia can activate platelets, leading to increased MPV.

_Ways to reduce MPV:_

1. _Improve blood sugar control_: Tighten your blood sugar control to reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.
2. _Increase omega-3 fatty acids_: Omega-3 rich foods like fatty fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts can help reduce inflammation.
3. _Antioxidant-rich foods_: Consume antioxidant-rich foods like berries, leafy greens, and other fruits and vegetables.
4. _Exercise regularly_: Regular physical activity can help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce inflammation.
5. _Consider supplements_: Certain supplements like turmeric, ginger, and vitamin D may help reduce inflammation and MPV. However, consult your doctor before adding any supplements.

_Monitor and adjust:_

1. _Regularly check your MPV_: Monitor your MPV levels regularly to track changes.
2. _Adjust your treatment plan_: Work with your healthcare provider to adjust your treatment plan as needed to achieve better blood sugar control and reduce MPV.

I'm on the third day of having chickenpox and while some of the blisters are starting to dry, I've been getting a high fever every evening and feeling really weak. What should I do about this?

take paracetamol

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