Question 1

I'm allergic to penicillin, and I've been taking Augmentin 625, but I guess I need to find an alternative. Is there another good antibiotic that I could safely use instead? I'd love some guidance here since I'm a bit concerned about what my options are.

Accepted Answer

A diagnosis of Drug allergy needs formal testing in which small amount of the drug is injected into the skin over the forearm and we wait till any reaction develop to the drug like:
Hypotension (sudden fall in BP)
Tachycardia (fast heart beat )
Shortness of breath
Rashes all over the body .
Next Steps
if you are truly tested as penicillin allergic then the answer to your question is erythromycin you can use it as an alternative to agumentin.

Question 2

I've noticed some swelling in my armpits recently, and when I press in, I can feel some tissue and nerves. Could you help me understand what's going on and how I might be able to reduce it? I'm really hoping to get things back to normal.

Accepted Answer

Feeling feverish for 3-4 days, despite consulting a doctor, can be concerning. It's essential to revisit your doctor or consider a second opinion to rule out any underlying conditions.

In the meantime, here are some possible reasons why your fever persists:

- *Infections*: Bacterial or viral infections, such as the flu, can cause persistent fever .
- *Anxiety or stress*: Stress and anxiety can cause feverish symptoms, including a feeling of warmth or chills .
- *Underlying medical conditions*: Certain conditions, like hypothyroidism, hypoglycemia, or kidney stones, can cause persistent fever .

To manage your symptoms, make sure to:

- *Stay hydrated*: Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broths, or electrolyte-rich beverages .
- *Rest*: Get plenty of rest to help your body recover .
- *Monitor your temperature*: Keep track of your temperature and report any changes to your doctor.

Question 3

I'm really worried because I've had a fever for the past 5 days, and after seeing a doctor, I found out that my white blood cell count is down to 2300 and my platelets are at 0.81 lakhs. I did a dengue test today, and it came back positive, but I haven't noticed any improvement yet. My doctor mentioned something about starting treatment on the 5th day. Can you please help me understand what kind of treatment to expect for dengue?

Accepted Answer

Hi there I understand your concern... There is no specific treatment for dengue its just supportive and symptomatic...treatment is mainly to reduce fever, prevent dehydration and to observe patient carefully...if you are not having spontaneous bleeding nothing to worry... Just consult nearest physician and get your platelets checked daily as count bellow 20k may lead to dengue shock syndrome in that case you will require platelets transfusion...

I'm worried because last night, I had really severe symptoms and ended up taking both Wikoryl and Dolo 650. Is it okay to take them together, or should I be concerned about any potential problems or side effects from combining these medications?

no problem its safe

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I'm allergic to penicillin, and I've been taking Augmentin 625, but I guess I need to find an alternative. Is there another good antibiotic that I could safely use instead? I'd love some guidance here since I'm a bit concerned about what my options are.

I've noticed some swelling in my armpits recently, and when I press in, I can feel some tissue and nerves. Could you help me understand what's going on and how I might be able to reduce it? I'm really hoping to get things back to normal.