Question 1

I've noticed that every time I try to stand on one leg with my eyes closed, I lose my balance. Should I be worried about a nervous disorder? Everything's fine when both legs are on the ground or if I have my eyes open standing on one leg. Plus, I'm having a tough time concentrating and remembering things, like names of old friends and terms from books, which started about a year ago. Could these be related?

Accepted Answer

Post-Dengue Elevated Liver Enzymes

_Common phenomenon_: Elevated liver enzymes, especially SGPT (ALT), are common after dengue fever.

_Possible causes_:

1. _Liver inflammation_: Dengue virus can cause liver inflammation, leading to elevated liver enzymes.
2. _Hepatocyte injury_: The virus can damage liver cells, causing enzyme leaks.

_SGPT level of 168 UL_:

1. _Mildly elevated_: This level is mildly elevated, but it's essential to monitor it to ensure it returns to normal.

_SGOT level of 40 UL_:

1. _Within normal range_: This level is within the normal range (0-40 UL).

_Recommendations_:

1. _Monitor liver enzymes_: Regularly check your liver enzymes to ensure they return to normal.
2. _Follow-up with your doctor_: Schedule a follow-up appointment with your doctor to monitor your liver health.
3. _Maintain a healthy lifestyle_: Engage in regular exercise, eat a balanced diet, and avoid alcohol to support liver health.

_No specific treatment_: Usually, no specific treatment is required for elevated liver enzymes post-dengue. However, your doctor may recommend liver function tests to monitor your liver health.

Question 2

I'm a 38 year old with severe neck pain that's shooting down into my left hand my doctor suggested a steroid course starting with predmet 16mg and tapering off but mentioned surgery as the next step if that doesn't work does this sound like the right approach for my condition

Accepted Answer

Usually steroid course is given in carpal tunnel syndrome patients. First of all if ur symptoms r due to CTS ,then only it will work.it will be diagnosed based on nerve conduction studies done by trained neurologist.(surgery will be dobe for severe CTS ) If due to cervical spondylitic( needs mri c.spine ) radiculopathy,stetoids wont be of use . So better to be seen by neurologist and get evaluated properly.(surgery will be done in only severe compression

Question 3

I've been dealing with some issues after testing positive for COVID-19 back in September. Initially, I only lost my taste and smell, and while I did test negative after two weeks, I'm still having trouble. It's been over a month now, and although my sense of taste is slowly coming back, it's nowhere near normal. Plus, I keep getting headaches. Could you give me some advice on what might be going on and how to recover fully?

Accepted Answer

That needs further evaluation,visit neurophysician for the same and appropriate management

Why do I forget things?

Severe stress, depression, a vitamin B-12 deficiency, insufficient sleep, some prescription drugs and infections can all play a role.

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