Cold Sores Treatment

Cold sores occur as small blisters near the mouth and lips, caused by the herpes virus. If infection spreads to the eyes then blindness may also occur. Fever and swollen lymph nodes are also found in cold sores.

Cold sores occur as small blisters near the mouth and lips, caused by the herpes virus. If infection spreads to the eyes then blindness may also occur. Fever and swollen lymph nodes are also found in cold sores. ... More

Health Q&A
Bitter metalic taste

I have a bit metallic taste in my mouth in several days, which is not going away, despite taking proper oral healthcare and taking reflux medicine What is the quick way to fix this taste?

Inflammation in body

Hi, I’m a 34-year-old female. My ESR and CRP are high, and I weigh 71 kg. I’m not able to lose weight. I’m 5’1” tall and have inflammation in my body. What could be the reason?Following diet but weight not reducing

Weakness, foamy urine & scalp bumps

I have been feeling weak from last 3-4 months. Sometimes I notice foam or bubbles in my urine. I also get painful, pimple-like bumps on my scalp/head, especially when I feel stressed. They are painful when I touch them. I would like to know what might be causing these symptoms and whether I need any blood or urine tests.

Febur 99 to 100

For the past two months, I have been running a fever ranging from 99°F to 100°F. I have undergone various tests—such as CBC, urine culture, routine urine analysis, CT scan, and tests for malaria and typhoid—and all the results came back normal. I have been tracking my temperature daily, and it consistently stays between 99°F and 100°F. What should I do next?

Clamp 625 mg...

Hlo dr , I have a query that I am 34 kg only at age 26 years old and my dr prescribed me antibiotics of 625 mg for infection ...can I take safely because it is of high dose and my weight is low...

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