Question 1

My dad, who's 73, just started taking Torkast FX along with some other meds for the past two days. We've kind of forgotten whether he should be taking it before or after eating. The prescription is all smudged, and we can't make it out. Could you help us figure out the right way to take this medicine?

Accepted Answer

after food

Question 2

My grandma's been struggling with some serious leg aches, and she's been on Ketanov for a while. We can't find those tablets now, so what can she take instead? Any alternatives would be really helpful.

Accepted Answer

Nasal polyps management without surgery:
 
 *Non-surgical options:*
 
 1. Nasal corticosteroid sprays:
 - Flonase (fluticasone)
 - Nasacort (triamcinolone)
 - Replace Otrivin with these sprays.
 2. Oral corticosteroids (short-term):
 - Prednisone
 - Methylprednisolone
 3. Antileukotriene agents:
 - Montelukast
 - Zafirlukast
 4. Saline nasal rinses:
 - Daily, using a neti pot or squeeze bottle.
 5. Humidifiers: Add moisture to the air.
 
 *Lifestyle modifications:*
 
 1. Avoid triggers:
 - Hot drinks
 - Spicy food
 - Allergens (dust, pollen)
 2. Maintain nasal hygiene.
 3. Elevate head while sleeping.
 
 *Natural remedies:*
 
 1. Quercetin
 2. Turmeric (curcumin)
 3. Omega-3 fatty acids
 
 *Monitor and adjust:*
 
 1. Regular follow-ups with an ENT specialist.
 2. Adjust treatment based on symptoms.
 
 *Surgery consideration:*
 
 If symptoms persist or worsen, consider consulting an ENT specialist for surgical options (e.g., endoscopic sinus surgery).

Question 3

My grandmother has a small wet wound near her hip, and I think it might be a pressure sore since she can only sleep in one position after her hip replacement surgery three years ago. What kind of medication or topical cream can we use for this? Also, should we do any special dressing? She's not very mobile, so taking her to a doctor is difficult right now.

Accepted Answer

yes advised.

At what age does your immune system weaken?

One's immune system is said to grow weak by passing age. Although there's no one number which applies for all, most research showed that commonly by 65 years our immune system may decline allowing for more infections and diseases to take hold.

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