"Can Shelcal XT Tablet Be Crushed Before
"Since I am unable to swallow tablets, I put the Shelcal XT tablet in my mouth, take some water, crush it, and then swallow it. Is it okay to take it that way?"
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Dowager’s hump
I have a Dowager’s hump since birth , how can that be treated as it keeps growing now and is very prominant
Safe to walk?
Safe to walk? Like it was a minor hairline undisplaced fracture in the posterior aspect of my lateral malleolus. A stable fracture. And some soft tissue injury too. I have maintained non weight bearing for 25 days. My foot is in a fiberglass cast. Can I start walking 26th day onwards, while still in cast and with rocker shoes and a crutch? Bc the fracture was very minor. Just some chipping. Like partial weight bearing? And pls look at the xrayyy carefully Can I climb stairs too?
Heavy and weak legs
I am preparing for an SI physical test on 10 June. I am experiencing persistent heaviness and weakness in both legs. There is very little pain, but my legs feel fatigued, heavy, and do not generate enough power while running. My endurance and performance have declined significantly, and during long jump my legs get exhausted very quickly. I have consulted multiple doctors. X-rays of my legs and lower back were normal. I have been prescribed Vitamin D supplements, muscle relaxants, recovery supplements, protein, electrolytes, and adequate hydration. Despite this, the heaviness and weakness persist. I have also tried taking complete rest for 2 days as advised, but there was no improvement. In fact, after the rest, I was unable to complete even 1 round of running. The main problem is weakness and heaviness in both legs rather than pain. What could be the possible cause, and what tests would you recommend to identify the root cause? With my physical test on 10 June, what can I do in the
Pain in tailbone
I am suffering from pain in my tailbone for 1.5 year after my c-section delivery. I am in 9-6 sitting job due to which the pain is becoming worse day by day. Please suggest me how can I get rid of it?
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