Question 1

I had an episode of vomiting with blood yesterday, and I'm a regular smoker and drinker. Could you help me understand why that might have happened and what kind of doctor I should reach out to?

Accepted Answer

Back pain from prolonged sitting is common.

Shelcal 500 mg (Calcium and Vitamin D3) may help alleviate back pain by:

1. Supporting bone health
2. Relaxing muscles
3. Reducing muscle spasms

However, consider the following:

1. Consult your doctor before starting any new supplements.
2. Shelcal 500 mg is primarily for calcium and vitamin D supplementation, not specifically for back pain relief.
3. Everyday intake may lead to excessive calcium consumption.

Recommendation:

1. Consult an orthopedic specialist or physical therapist to address underlying causes of back pain.
2. Maintain good posture, take regular breaks, and stretch while sitting.
3. Consider exercises strengthening your core and back muscles.

Discuss Shelcal 500 mg with your doctor, and follow their guidance.

Question 2

My wife has an 18 mm stone in her gall bladder and sometimes she feels pain because of it. I'm wondering if there are ayurvedic treatments for this or if she will have to rely only on allopathic medicine.

Accepted Answer

For an 18 mm gallbladder stone, Ayurvedic treatments like certain herbs (e.g., Gokshura, Triphala) may help manage symptoms, but they might not dissolve large stones. Allopathic treatment, including possible surgery or non-invasive methods like lithotripsy, is usually recommended for stones of this size. It's best to consult a doctor for a personalized approach.

Question 3

I'm having some trouble with gastric issues and I'm trying to figure out if itopride is a safe option. Also, are the modes of action for itopride and levosulpride the same or are there some differences I should be aware of?

Accepted Answer

itopride is primarily used for gastrointestinal motility issues and has fewer neurological side effects.
Levosulpiride is also used for gastrointestinal issues but can affect mood and has stronger sedative effects at higher doses due to its impact on dopamine and serotonin.Both drugs block dopamine D2 receptors, but Itopride also has cholinergic effects, stimulating acetylcholine release to aid digestion. This may make Itopride somewhat more specific for treating GI conditions.
Levosulpiride, in addition to its prokinetic effects, has a neuropsychiatric effect, which makes it more effective for treating conditions like anxiety or depression at higher doses

what's the average cost for bile diversion surgery and which hospitals or specialists would you recommend for this procedure can you also explain how it works and what to expect during recovery

Cost of Different Types of Gallbladder Stone Surgery Type of treatment Average Cost Maximum Cost Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy ‚Çπ175,000 ‚Çπ260,000 Cholecystectomy ‚Çπ180,000 ‚Çπ300,000 Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography-ERCP ‚Çπ50,000 ‚Çπ100,000

More Gastroenterology/GI medicine Health Queries

I had an episode of vomiting with blood yesterday, and I'm a regular smoker and drinker. Could you help me understand why that might have happened and what kind of doctor I should reach out to?

My wife has an 18 mm stone in her gall bladder and sometimes she feels pain because of it. I'm wondering if there are ayurvedic treatments for this or if she will have to rely only on allopathic medicine.

I'm having some trouble with gastric issues and I'm trying to figure out if itopride is a safe option. Also, are the modes of action for itopride and levosulpride the same or are there some differences I should be aware of?

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