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question:My mother was given a phenehren injection. Immediately after the injection a white spot with a red and black ring came up. Shortly after the center turned black. Now 2 days later she has a nickle size white spot with a red edge. There is no drainage but seems to be hard under skin. What could this be?
answer:Phenergan Injection can cause severe chemical irritation and damage to tissues regardless of the route of administration. Irritation and damage can result from perivascular extravasation, unintentional intra-arterial injection, and intraneuronal or perineuronal infiltration. Adverse reactions include burning, pain, thrombophlebitis, tissue necrosis, and gangrene. In some cases, surgical intervention, including fasciotomy, skin graft, and/or amputation have been required
question:HELLO! MY NAME IS LOLA AND IM CONCERNED ABOUT THAT I MAY HAVE LUPUS. AND MY FAMILY DOCTOR IS TRYING TO FIND A RHEUMATOLOGISTS TO TAKE ME.I JUST WANT TO RULE IT OUT BECAUSE I HAVE HAD A ROUGH TIME WITH MY HEALTH.13 YEARS AGO I HAD BOTH TEST FOR LUPUS AND THE ONR TEST WAS BY PERSENTAGE WAS RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE- I CANT FIND A DOCTOR TO RUN THE TEST OVER AND DONT KNOW WHERE TO GET HELP. MY MOTHER,SISTER,UNCLE,AND 4 COUSINS THAT DO HAVE LUPUS. PLEASE CALL ME IF YOU CAN HELP.989-464-4034
answer:lupus called as systemic lupus erythematosis is chronic inflammatory mulisystemic disease which mainly includes-feverarthritis(inflammation of joints)rashes(malar rash),maculopapular rash due to photosenstivityoral ulceryour physician would diagnose it clinically based on above mentioned symptoms.you should undergo following test -ANA (anti nuclear antibody)Anti ds DNAmeanwhile you can take following medicine to relieve pain-tab voveron sr100 twice daily for 5 daystab pan 40 once daily before breakfast.if you are diagnosed with lupus,your doctor will start appropriate course of specific drugs to treat lupus. thankyou and take care.
question:Test Name HSV 1 IGG, AB HERPESELECT In Range Out Of Range Reference Range Lab TBR HSV 2 IGG, AB HERPESELECT 0.14 0.00-0.89 INDEX Interpretation -------------- Negative Equivocal Positive TBR Value ----- 0.90-1.10 1.10 This assay utilizes recombinant type-specific antigens to differentiate HSV-1 from HSV-2 infections. A positive result cannot distinguish between recent and past infection. If recent HSV infection is suspected but the results are negative or equivocal, the assay should be repeated in 4-6 weeks. The performance characteristics of the assay have not been established for pediatric populations, immunocompromised patients, or neonatal screening. This assay utilizes recombinant type-specific antigens to differentiate HSV-1 from HSV-2 infections. A positive result cannot distinguish between recent and past infection. If recent HSV infection is suspected but the results are negative or equivocal, the assay should be repeated in 4-6 weeks. The performance characteristics of the assay have not been established for pediatric populations, immunocompromised patients, or neonatal screening. PERFORMING SITE: TBR Quest Diagnostics, One Malcolm Avenue, Teterboro, NJ 07608 Laboratory Director: Janet Piscitelli, M.D., CLIA: 31D0000 what does this mean
answer:Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is the virus that causes cold sores around the mouth and also can cause sores in the genitals. Type 1 tends to live near the mouth and type 2 tends to live near the genitals but they can live in either place. The symptoms usually are burning or pain followed by a sore which can look like a little collection of bubbles or bumps with some redness around it. The sores will heal on their own but you can take medicine to help this along. The sores can come back and tend to do this when you are run down, tired, stressed or the immune system is not working right. Some people take medicine every day to prevent outbreaks of the sores. You can have a positive blood test for herpes but no sores. This means you have been exposed to the virus and may be carrying it. Everyone is different. Some people get lots of sores and others may never get an outbreak again after the first one. The best thing you can do is take care of yourself. Minimize stress, get enough sleep, eat well, etc.
question:my 3 year old son has mrsa staff infection, he has had it since he was a fer hours old, its been months since seas has a a break out, and since it is the time of the year for outside play i was wondering what would happen if he as exsposed to poison ivy? what should be done and since he does have mrsa are there any serious risk? thank you for your time i do highly appreciate it!!
answer:MRSA infection can be treated with few certain antibiotics that needs regular observation and monitoring by specialist because these drugs have potential side effects .i am mentioning the name of few drugs which are effective in treatment of MRSA but i suggest you to use the drugs under observation of specialist doctor.vancomycinteicoplanin linezolidthese drugs are usually administered by intravenous route and requires regular monitoring. thankyiu and take care.
question:I am 15 and female. My whole left side feels numb and tingly. I feel like I m having hot flashes and can feel my heart racing. I m dizzy and feel like I m going to faint. No appetite. My mom said it s in my head but it feels real to me. What do you think?
answer:Hello, After going through your medical query I understand your concern and I would like to tell you that your symptoms can be because of anxiety but dizziness with racing heart rate needs a proper evaluation to avoid any life-threatening event. It’s recommended for you to get an ECG and echocardiography done and consult a physician for proper physical evaluation and further management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
question:Hello Doctor My Father is admitted to the Hospital. He was suffering from Loose Motions, later his BP went down to round abt 25 and was admitted,also he is having diabetes. It was observed that his left leg the Feet part was swollen upon investigation it was revealed that he had a Shoe Bite due to which he got infected with Septicemia, WBC count was also high around 31,000. Last week he had a surgery on his leg by which the toxins were removed. Now the Doctors say we might need to do a surgery again by tomorrow i.e. 06 July 2010as the toxins are getting created again. It's been a week since the admission date. Now his condition is, BP is normal, Loose Motions are settled down, Hemoglobin count is low, Platelets count is low, Neck (part below the Chin) is swollen.Please advice.
answer:is he on any antibiotics he will need this second debridement followed by broad spectrum antibiotics