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Q - Can Dexilant interfere with sleep?

A - Hello, Dexilent is a very effective medication to treat reflux. It is a proton pump inhibitor. It works by lowering the level of acid in the stomach. Dexilant can change the absorption of other medicines based on the effects that it has on stomach acid. If you can help me with more information...

Q - Can Sudafed affect urination?

A - Hi, Sudafed is epinephrine, used as a decongestive. It does not typically affect urination. Hope this helps.

Q - Is hypertension related changes seen in an ECG report a serious issue?

A - Hi, It's a sinus rhythm with left axis deviation, regular rhythm. Qrs is of rbbb pattern with corresponding St t changes. No other significant St t abnormalities seen. This is usually a age or hypertension related change, however possibility of IHD should be ruled out with further evaluation....

Q - What do I do after I accidentally swallowed the plastic cap to my nose...

A - Hello, Such a small object will easily pass out of the intestines with the stools, please do not worry. You can observe your stools for the next 24 to 48 hours to see if you have passed it off, and meanwhile if you develop any pain in the tummy then you must consult a general surgeon. As of now...

Q - How serious are elevated SGOT, SGPT and GGT levels?

A - Hello, Your husband's labs show a mild elevation of SGOT and SGPT, with a more marked elevation of GGT. This pattern is suggestive of a disease process that affects the bile ducts that drain the liver and the gall bladder into the intestine. There are many causes for this, some serious (such as...

Q - Can I actually lower high MCV?

A - Hello, Kindly let me know the value of MCV, MCHC, HB and other RBC parameters, folate and B12 levels in blood. MCV usually rises due to flow folate or B12 levels. Their supplementation can lower its value. Other causes like liver problem, Liver disease, Alcohol abuse, Myelodysplasia, Post-splenectomy...

Q - Why can I feel a lump in my left lower abdomen?

A - Hi, From the details you have provided, you seem to be having symptoms pertaining to Inguinal hernia. You may need to consult with a surgeon for proper examination in order to find the extent of the hernia and the different characteristics. If it is a small hernia which is not causing you any...

Q - Suggest treatment for inexplicable weight gain and nerve pull

A - Hi, Your TSH level is borderline high and thyroid hormones levels were within limit. So for that no treatment is needed as your thyroid hormones are within range and TSH not much high. You have to repeat TSH estimation and free T4 estimation after one month and revert back with that reports....

Q - What can I do about insomnia while on Diclofenac Potassium and Zolpidem...

A - Hello, Well, if it's pain that's bothering you then you can safely take another 25mg (half of the dosage) of Diclofenac. However, please note Zolpidem should not be taken more than the prescribed dose. The maximum permissible limit in your case would be 12.5mg, means you can take another 2.5mg...