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My grandfather (77yo) suffered internal bleeding in his brain. A blood clot formed and it went to the part of his brain that's responsible for bodily movement, speech, sight etc. He was rushed to the ICU 3 days ago. Although he has had bypass surgery, his heart is fine. By now, he needs ventilator support for breathing and his legs are jerking spor

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Euthanasia is not allowed legally in india ...  Read More

What should be do for long life of black and strong hair ?give some tips and diet for it And also for long life of skin

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Hi Drink a decoction of curry leaves 4-5 boiled in water everyday.Have more green leafy vegetables and increase protein content in diet.Hair skin n nails are made of collagen n they r all proteins.Eat ...  Read More

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He is turning nine months tomorrow. He can sitsunsupported but not for long only few minutes while which he engages in play and falls to sides or front or back. Is this normal he was 2.9kgs at birth and 10kgs now. He can roll both directions. Also he can Belly crawl or move. Also when held in lap he is trying to put weight on legs stand. Is this a

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He should sit steadily at 9 months. But overall other milestones are normal. Nothing to worry about ...  Read More

My mom's skin burn with skin lite cream and her face near cheeks are become burnt black spots after use this melrio cream my mom's face was little much better can my mom use this cream for long if not what to do..to cure the burnt spots..

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Greetings - no pls do not use that cream for very long duration - if u have used it for 3 to 4 weeks - please stop - and then please see a qualified dermatologist near you for further treatment . Peel ...  Read More

Hello sir / medam , OCD medication needed for life long or when can stop medication. After stopping medication again OCD problem will come back ?

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I understand your concern. In my experience most of the patients suffering from OCD needs longterm treatment. And we need to assess benefits of continuing treatment over stopping it. It is a shared d ...  Read More

Dear Doctor Sir/Madam. I have 2 general doubts kindly guide and clear this issues. I am male 38 Years old. 1.Can u human being can consume alcohol in the life. I heard in the newspapers and internet frequent consuming wine /vodkas can help long life living I heard it is true sir. 2 question is can we can take non veg. If yes weekly how many t

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Take veg and non veg food regularly along with fresh fruits ...  Read More

Sir If I used foracort rotacap inhaler it became life long habit or it can stop after sometime. They suggest me for 1 month for bronchitis or bronchial asthma...

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its not habitual..its a month..u might not need after some period..if not using despite indicated can leave permanent imapirement in your lungs..and can complicate things. follow up regularly with a p ...  Read More

Sir/Maam, Can I use hydroxyl mouthwash for life long by diluting it with water ? I am using it from last 1 year and it help in keeping my lower teeth stains light.

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Because of prolonged use of mouthwash u can use 2 times in a week mouthwash ...  Read More

Hiii sir am 17yrs old am using skin shine cream i jst use that cream for 18 days is this correct to me or not the colour after using this cream is life long or not

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It's a very harmful cream. contains steroids. Would l;ead to side effects. Please stop using it. ...  Read More

Upon doing some test I have thyroid 16.00 in the month of april this year and doctor has put me on Thyronorm 50 MCG, I have total cholestrol of 234 and I m doing regular exercise and at present my cholestrol was within normal range and Thyroid was also come back to normal 4.33, Is thyroid medicine has to be continues for life long or should I stop.

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You will need to continue the medicine for life. You should check your TSH 3 monthly and based on the report doses of Thyroxin needs to be adjusted by the doctor. ...  Read More

My mother, 69, had spinal fusion and decompression surgery, about a year ago and the doctor prescribed 'MBTRON PLUS' as a lifelong medication and my mother has been continuously taking this medicine since last year following the said surgery. According to recent blood results, all vitamins, calcium and electrolytes are within a normal range, thus t

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There will be no problem with medication for life . As her age is 68 she will need B12 and Calcium ...  Read More

Hi sir / medam, I am 30 years old recently married . I am not getting hard erection which is enough for sex. Can I use PDFIL - 5 ( Tadalafil Ip 5mg) life long to get hard erections and to cure ED problem. How to cure ED problem permeanently ? Can you please help me on this ?

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Consult for discussion and treatment ...  Read More

My daughter is 21 months not standing and walking with support nicely without support having fear ...she was bottom shuffler.plz relpy I will be thanks ...after give calcium and vitamin syrup taking 2 to 3 steps ..but not fully walking with out support..but she climbs on bed.

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Her complete development needs to be checked. Please visit a senior pediatrician or pediatric neurologist. ...  Read More

Is arch support insole good for daily use For example frido arch support insoles And does it help with knee pains more than

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Yes it’s helpful No guarantee of knee pain relief ...  Read More

Had missed abortion one year back. This cycle My eggs were 22 mm and 20 mm after taking letrozole from day 3 to 7. Then the doctor gave me HCG injection on day 13 and both eggs ruptured on day 15.Then she asked me to take progesterone and estrogen for 15 days. It's 32nd day today still a negative pregnancy test. Should I stop taking progesterone su

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Connect ...  Read More

My son just completed 9 th month He is not sitting without support. Sits for 1 or 2 min without support and then fall . Is this delay

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Will have to check for other developmental milestones. ...  Read More

I want to take injection for three day as per doctor's advice, can I get nurse support to home as I am unable to reach hospital

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Kindly contact any big hospital near you, they mostly give home nursing service ...  Read More

I am married female 35yrs old. I am undergoing depression as I am not able to share things with anyone. This is affecting my personal life and mental health.feeling like to b alone and getting lot of negative thoughts to mind. Dono wat to do. Need guidance.

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Please connect with a therapist . They are a safe space. You may choose directive or non directive one as per your preference. Bottling up emotions only make things worse. Take charge of your life a ...  Read More

Dear doctor ,i'm on my 8th week pregnancy ,i have very bad nausea an vomiting even though taking vomiting tablet,doctor has given me tablet to take through vagina to support pregancy for 2 months an i took for 4 days ,I don't want to take it ,is it ok to stop ?, pls tell me ,Thank you

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Oral progesterone are available too. But with vomiting it will be difficult to take orally. Continue the tablet as your obstetrician's advice ...  Read More

My mother aged 68 years unable to stand longer (say more than 20 seconds )without support, also can't be able to walk longer without any support and this is since last one year. MRI brain and spine both normal, vitamin b12, d also normal,bp & sugar also normal. No back pain as well. Also, upper limb is fully working normal. Just problem with lo

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Hi Her lower limb muscle are weak So start physiotherapy and do take proper and regular treatment Definitely you will get result ...  Read More

Am a mother of 6 months old. I've been giving mixed feed of breastfeeding and lactogen to my baby till now. Now my milk supply has become very much low and struggling to feed my baby. I have started taking galact granules for supporting milk supply. kindly guide me with any medications for breastmilk increase if possible please

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Connect ...  Read More

Hi , i have a query regarding uncle who is able to able to walk properly, no pain at all , but while getting up he needs support , what could be the issue

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Age related arthritis ...  Read More

I am suffering with grave hyperthyroid and Atrial Fibrillation (AF) for 22 months . I get episodes of high bp n pulse (pulse rises to over 110 and bp over 150) after a gap of 4 months, 2 months and some times after 15 days. Question 1: is AF a life long medical problem and i have to take blood thinner and bp/pulse tablets whole life? Queastion 2: i

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As long as you have AF blood thinners are required. Yes high chance of AF remission, if hyperthyroidism is cured. Yes there are devices for long term Monitoring like ELR, ILR. ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with Depression Phychosis 7 years back and am taking allopathic medicine Solian since 7 years. Along with this, can I take Manasa Mitra tablet also for longer period? Say life long. Does Manasa Mitra tablet have any side effects? Other question is, is Phychosis curable in Ayurveda? Allopathy is only suppressing the condition a

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Kindly don't self medicate or mix the two, choose one and modality and stick with it ...  Read More

Hi, I've had a really tough time this year, quitting well paying job in the March, then having a really bad sleep cycle and didn't feel like working or doing anything, and got disconnected my parents. Now, I'm feeling much better, I workout daily, study for some hours, listen to music and watch some series. But I feel I need emotional support now,

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It's better to make a goal and engage in it ...  Read More

Need medication support based on the reports. Looks like iron deficiency and less hemoglobin. Hence needed support

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Kindly consult for treatment ...  Read More

I am a heavy stress taker, for no reason it automatically starts my stress. I don't know what is the point, why it is happening and what causes this issue. And i am taking to much serious about my life. Each and every thing in life i am overthinking about current and most of the time taking stress of future about financials and family matters. I am

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You have Anxiety problem.you need consultation .You get psychological consultation , Counseling.you can consult me I will give you positive affirmations. ...  Read More

How do u get relieve from varicose veins while driving for long hours. Only when i drive for hours that time it cause pain or discomfort.

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Hello, Weight management, change in lifestyle factors. Contact me online for the detailed diet chart ...  Read More

I need therapy support from a psychologist to control my anxiety and panic disorder . Currently iam under medication and can't stop medication because of absence of therapy .In the present situation i can't afford the fees charged per session . Any one here to help me to treat my symptoms ?

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I understand you must be feeling stressed and out of place. You can share your thoughts and feelings in a session with me. I would like to help you and understand in details. You can contact me throu ...  Read More

11.5 months. All milestones reached as expected. Able to hold onto something and get up and stand with support and move to the sides with support. Not able to stand without support though. Is it normal

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Yes, give the baby some time more to carry his weight. It's normal ...  Read More

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