I've been doing some ab exercises, but I realized I wasn't breathing properly during them. Now, the veins in my neck hurt and I've got a headache just on the right side of my head. It's been about 6 hours since I first noticed this. How can I tell if any of the veins got damaged or ruptured?

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-It's unlikely that the veins in your neck were damaged or ruptured from holding your breath during exercise. The pain could be from muscle strain or tension. If the pain persists or worsens, or if you notice swelling, bruising, or difficulty moving your

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I'm dealing with this twitching on my left index finger that started a couple of days ago. It's just that one finger and it only lasts a few minutes, but it keeps happening. I'm kind of worried about what could be causing it and wondering if it's something serious. Is there a way to sort this out on my own, or do I need to see a doctor? Any insights would be really helpful.

The twitching in your left index finger could be due to minor causes such as fatigue, caffeine or nicotine consumption, nutrient deficiencies (magnesium, potassium, or calcium), or temporary nerve irritation, but in rare cases, it could be an early sign of a neurological condition like benign fasciculation syndrome, peripheral neuropathy, or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

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I recently had a seizure and even though my ECG came back normal, the doctor now wants me to get a 2D echo. Its quite expensive, so I'm wondering if it's really necessary. Can you help me understand why this test might be needed?

ECHO as a prognostic test is advised

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I've been dealing with really bad pain in my buttocks that makes sitting and walking tough. My MRI showed issues in the lumbar spine, and surgery was suggested, but I went for Ayurveda treatment instead. The pain's only gone down by half what should I do about the remaining pain?

yes surgery is advised to the patient.

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