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My father is heart patient and he also has fluid retention problem he is taking all the necessary medicine and treatments but sometimes his energy levels are down he is not able to regular activities which he use to what I want to ask it is common factor or there is specific reason behind it also is there any surgery for this treatment ? Please adv

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You may have it share previous reports and medication details to understand and guide you better.kindly share details and consult online directly. ...  Read More

My father is 72 year old already a heart patient past he is diagnosed with new problem fluid retention in lungs all the necessity medicine has been going on and treat with a cardiologist is on but still we are not satisfied he is not able to sleep properly and his food intake has been less he is getting weak ,what should be do should we concern to

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Dear Madam, Fluid retention in the lungs - the term used by your doctors is usually a layman's term for pulmonary oedema Now there can be several reasons for the same, the commonest being Left vent ...  Read More

Hi I've been suffering from fluid retention in my finger from 5-6 months. It comes and goes itself. I didn't meet with any injury or something else. Please suggest any cure for this.

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Kindly consult online with relevant photographs for proper diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

Recently I hv gone thru bursitis surgery. After that also my face, fingers and legs become swollen in the morning. Kindly advice

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Consult the doctor who did bariatrics surgery ...  Read More

Is it common to have a catheter inserted after nasal surgery (General Anaesthetic) for Urine Retention or very unlikely?

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It’s not uncommon. It will be removed in 3-4 days after starting medication. ...  Read More

Bloating before 12 days of periods,water retention in body in fingers,ankles,and abdomen.i s there will be treatment for this.

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These are symptoms of PMS consult a gynaecologist for treatment ...  Read More

I have frequent urination (12-15 times a day) for last couple of years. I have been lately experiencing water retention on face (not in feet and ankles) in mornings. Should I get tested for potential kidney related problems?

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Yes better needs urologist & nephrologist consultation both ...  Read More

I had my 29 week scan yesterday and i was told there is fluid in baby brain right lateral ventricle measuring 8.8mm and left lateral ventricle measuring 5.6 mm .what does this mean. Pls help im worried

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Connect ...  Read More

During my chemo fluid got accumulated in my stomach and legs, my oncologist saod its bcz of protein deficiency and told to have more protein. But due to swollen legs n stomach i am unable to have anything. Please suggest

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Hello.. Please consult a physician and discuss your issue as ascites can pose serious problems too and cause difficulty in breathing ...  Read More

My dad aged around 75yrs suffering from Pneumonia, fluid accumulation in the lungs, abdomen,hands and legs, suffered with a stroke but CT revelled it's of age related .LFT,KFT,Echo all are normal,But Albumin is 2.5. Kindly share ur valuable suggestions.

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Anasarca may be secondary to low albumin And it's prognosis depends on stage of liver disease. ...  Read More

Plz suggest what to do when my father's bp getting low after his heart surgery He is also sugar patient. Want to know immediate first aid what should I follow

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- [x] According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as - - [x] Please take consultation for better evaluation ...  Read More

My brother had an open heart surgery when he was 5 years. Now he is 22.He is currently working and physically fit and not taking any kind of treatments or medicines. But when it Comes to medical clearance for work visa it is getting rejected due to only the scar visible in xray... What's the remedy.. After a full body examination can he get a medic

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Share the x ray first ...  Read More

3 days back i had undergone laproscopic gall surgery. Drainage bag has been placed. From 2nd day onwards I am noticing yellow fluid with blood. Yellow comes at night. Total fluid output in 24 hrs may be approx 30ml. Is this yellow fluid normal ? What is it ? Check attached image please. Many thanks.

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Check the attached image please. This is the color of fluid in drainage on 3rd day of keyhole cholecystectomy. Total daily volume must be approx 25- 30 ml. Yellowish fluid comes only while sleeping at night. It is red during the day. Is everything ok ? Can drainage be removed now ?

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It’s absolutely normal. ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, My father, age 67, had underwent the angiogram 10 days ago. It is identified 3 blockages in the heart . He is having diabetes . Coming monday doctor is ready to do surgery. Is it fine to do surgery on coming monday? Is it recommended to proceed to surgery as angiogram was done recently? Please suggest. Thank you so much.

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Elective Bypass surgery is 99% safe in good hands. ...  Read More

My mother had undergone infraumblical ventral hernia surgery (mesh repair) before 10days. But after surgery there is watery thin discharge from surgical site ( doctor didn't closed one stitch and remain open for fluid drainage) our doctor said it's fatty Serous fluid discharge but we are worried for how many days it will come because it's approx 50

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Usually serious discharge will not be that much,please consult your doc ...  Read More

Hello doc, Is open heart surgery safe process? Also is there a safe alternative for same. Request to suggest a good heart specialist in Pune. Thank you in advance

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Share details about the patient. ...  Read More

35mm asd heart surgery patient 25 female After surgery is it okay to have normal life or any complications???

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Yes patient can have a normal life after ASD surgery ...  Read More

My father ( age 76 ) has a grade 2 enlarged prostate gland. Around two weeks back his urine wasn't coming out. Then he got a cathedral and started taking Rapilif 8 mg daily at night. His PSA test was 3.8 , which is normal. USG test was normal baring the enlarged prostate gland of grade 2 and 40/45 gm in size. He isn't diabetic. He take blood press

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it can cause....plz detailed consultation needed ...  Read More

My fatheropt open heart surgery in Thursday after that he can't see anything what was the reason? Please guide me help me out what is the actual prolem happen?

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Hi Your father will need a comprehensive eye examination as soon as possible. It could be compromised blood flow to the nerve of the eye. ...  Read More

Doctor has put urine drainage bag bcz he has urinary retention problem .he god surgery of prostate gland 3 year back and he has problem in prostate from so long like 20 years

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Ur Q is not clear. Plus pt profile is 80 yr old female. Whereas prostate is seen in males ...  Read More

My nephew is three years old and had a block and a hole in his heart. There was an open heart surgery on Tuesday. He is been kept in a ventilator till then. Today they said that there is some bleeding. Then said the child has seizures. Now they asked to buy epicetam injection. Why is this happening. Is this usual. The surgery was conducted in p.g.i

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Any open cardiac surgery is a major surgery and post surgery there can be multiple issues which can happen to any patient. That is why the intensive care doctors take care in the ICU and things change ...  Read More

Her whole body gets swollen up. And doctor said it's due to heart enlargement and fluid is getting filled in it. She could only be healthy and will not get swollen if she is on a regular medicines and injections to bring out the fluid from the heart. I want to know the name of this problem and how severe it has gone , what all can be done for her p

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Sir ..do share the patient's report and consult directly online so as to advise you appropriately. Dr Anand Lingan. ...  Read More

My mother was in heart patient and she did the open heart surgery on 15 days back. and we went check up on last week and doctor said everything ok but the heart beats only getting low, so they suggested to us go for a pacemaker surgery. My question is the only way to increase the heartbeat rate pacemaker surgery or any other way we can, someone hel

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If after an open heart surgery even after 2 weeks if the heart beat is very low..it is indicated for pacemaker implantation. There may not be another option if heart rate has not recovered within two ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, My brother complained about chest pain. We consulted the doctor, he advised to do CT Angiography. I have attached the report. Can you please let's know if there is any blockage? Does he need to undergo any heart surgery? We would really appreciate your valuable guidance. Thanks, Fani Bhushan

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There are significant blockages, need to do conventional angiography as that is the gold standard, treatment is also decided with conventional angiography only not by CT angio ...  Read More

I know a person in our circle who is having a hole in heart. He is just 21 years old. And it seems that he has to undergo a major surgery for it. Can heart hole be treated without surgery? Are there not any system of medicine that can treat this hole in heart without surgery?

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Hole can be treated by pinhole procedure called device closure if they are suitable. More details are needed before it can be commented upon ...  Read More

My mother is heart patient. Her all the veins of heart are blocked.Doctor has suggested for open heart surgery. So anyone please can suggest me that will it be safe ?? And what are the advantages & disadvantages of this surgery?? My mother is very worried. Everything will be alright na ??

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Don't worry These days heart surgery is very safe ...  Read More

Fluid comes in right lung after ca-esophagus surgery about 20 days around.how we can reduce the fluid.plz suggest me

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Please share your surgery details ...  Read More

Sir my grandfather becomes ill.. and he is a very patient of tb and lungs retention... yesterday one dr. removes fluid from lungs but now his legs became swell.. so sir is it possible to get swollen on legs..

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Swelling on legs is not related to the pleural tapping.... it may be associated with other issues. Get a complete physical examination for your grand father ...  Read More

I have ascites due to right heart failure earlier it started with rheumatoid arthritis and later said I have a pulmonary artery hypertension now fluid retention is major problem

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Hi. I understand your concern s. You will need to undergo a detailed examination and investigation. Needs a regular follow up with a pulmonologist for treatment options. ...  Read More

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