Q - Is polyhydramnios a cause for concern during pregnancy?

A - Hi, I have gone through your question and understand the concerns. Increased amniotic fluid or polyhydramnios is defined as Amniotic fluid index more than 25. The normal range is between 8-25. Increased AFI can be due to gestational diabetes, any anomaly in the fetus or idiopathic (no cause...

Q - Suggest a diet plan to stop the progression of macular degeneration

A - Hi, There is a cure for age-related macular degeneration, but treatment may delay its progression and improve vision. Treatments for macular degeneration depend on whether the disease is a dry form or in the more advanced, wet form. Please mention that. Maintaining a diet rich in omega-3 fatty...

Q - What causes the feeling of passing out after taking Losartan Potassium?

A - Hello! I understand your concern and would explain that the fainting feeling could be related to low blood pressure. Have you measured your blood pressure today? If your blood pressure is low, I would recommend reducing the dose to 25mg daily or even stop taking losartan as long as your blood...

Q - What causes severe nausea and sweet-smelling urine?

A - Hello, this symptom is not specific enough to diagnose anything, so more information would be required to consider any diagnosis. Other associated symptoms may help like abdominal pain, dizziness, fever, diarrhea, etc. Extreme low-carb diets may sometimes cause some dizziness and perhaps...

Q - Suggest alternative medication in place of Tricor

A - Hello, "very high cholesterol" is not an accurate way to describe cholesterol levels because it may be perceived differently by different individuals/doctors. We usually prescribe treatment when cardiovascular risk exceeds a certain level. The cardiovascular risk also depends on the patient's...

Q - Can hookworms protect against diabetes?

A - Hi, Hello and thank you for asking! There are e few studies that confirm the improvement of insulin resistance and thus of glucose levels in patients infected by hookworms, but nothing is improved by FDA (food and drug administration) and is not recommended by physicians. Of course, parasite...

Q - What causes burning sensation in the bladder after taking Tamiflu?

A - Hello, Thanks for query. Burning sensation in the bladder that you are getting after taking Tamiflu is not due to side effect of Tamiflu. It could be mostly due to UTI. Get your routine urine test and urine culture has done to find out the organisms causing this infection and their antibiotics...

Q - Suggest treatment for chronic naevoid psoriasis

A - Hi, If I was your treating doctor I would recommend you to apply an ointment containing a combination of clobetasol propionate and Salicylic acid (Halox S ointment) on the affected areas along with the application of a moisturising lotion containing white soft paraffin (moisture soft lotion). If...

Q - How can bone density values be improved while breastfeeding?

A - Hi, Hi, I understand your concern. It's definitely low, but can be recovered easily. Since you are on breastfeeding, you need calcium supplementation. I would recommend you following: 1. Cap GEMCAL DS. 2. Cap Uprise D3. 3. Increase the consumption of milk, eggs, and protein in the diet. 4. Do...