Question 1

I'm really worried about my friend who's been on TB meds for about 20 days now. Suddenly, he started having nonstop vomiting, can't eat or drink, and is super dehydrated. The doctor suggested stopping his TB pills for a week. They're giving him Taxim injections for the next 5 to 6 days along with some other injections. Do you think this break in TB treatment is something we should be concerned about?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is the side-effects of anti-tubercular therapy. Pls continue inj taxim for 5 days.Post antibiotic course ATT can be started .

Question 2

I'm really worried about her constant gas and acidity issues. Could you guide me on finding a great doctor who specializes in this? It's been a persistent problem, and any advice would be really appreciated.

Accepted Answer

refer to Gastrologist

Question 3

I've been having this pain on the right side of my abdomen for about a week. At first, I thought it might just be gas pains and noticed I've been a bit constipated, so I took some stool softeners. But now, my stool has turned a light clay color. I read somewhere that this could be linked to gallstones. I tried to find out if the stool color change might be due to the stool softeners, but I couldn't find much information. Should I be worried and see a doctor right away, or should I wait to see if it continues?

Accepted Answer

Light clay-colored stool can indicate several possibilities:

Common Causes

1. Stool softeners (as you suspected)
2. Malabsorption (e.g., lactose intolerance, celiac disease)
3. Bile duct obstruction (unlikely with stool softeners)
4. Gastrointestinal infections (e.g., giardiasis)
5. Medication side effects (e.g., antibiotics, antacids)

When to Seek Medical Attention

1. Persistent or worsening abdominal pain
2. Diarrhea or vomiting
3. Blood in stool or vomit
4. Fever above 101.5F (38.6C)
5. Significant weight loss
   6. Persistent clay-colored stool beyond 2 weeks  SELF CARE                                            
1. Continue stool softeners only if prescribed.
2. Monitor stool color, consistency, and frequency.
3. Maintain a balanced diet.
4. Stay hydrated.

I've been having stomach burning and gas issues, so I got an abdominal ultrasound that showed gallbladder polyps. Is there any homeopathy medicine that can help with this without needing surgery?

No. Some kinds of polyps do, but not gallbladder polyps. They are more likely to grow over time in both size and numbers. There is no way to remove them without surgery.

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