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Health Q&A
Glp 1 for weight loss

Am on metformin and sitagliptin for diabetes. Can I use glp 1 for weight loss for a short duration for around 10 kgs. Have tried dieting and working out but no result

Cat nail scratch

Hi doctor I went to my relatives home suddenly a cat ram over my leg and it scratched my leg finger. It is a home grown cat..not vaccinated. Should I take rabies vaccine .. I applied t bact ointment Please advise Thanks

Fever for 4 days with back pain

​Hi Doctor, I’m 13 years old and I’ve had a fever for 4 days now. Yesterday my temperature reached 101.9°F. ​My symptoms are: ​Constant throbbing pain in my back. ​A wet cough (not dry). ​A very blocked nose that makes it hard to sleep. ​I’m currently taking Paracip and Cetcip as prescribed by a doctor yesterday, but the fever is still hanging on. I wanted to check if there’s anything else I should do, especially for the back pain and the nose blockage.

Stomach pain and vomiting

I am having stomach pain for past 2 days and anything I am eating, vomiting happens. Please suggest me the prescription

Rabies vaccine issue

In Sep 2025 i completed 4 Doses of Rabies vaccine and after one month oct 2025 i re-exposed and took 2 more doses ..and now 27 April 2026 ...I re exposed again ..so need more vaccines?...or sufficient

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Symptom Is Not the Disease

A symptom is not a diagnosis, especially in anorectal diseases.  Common symptoms like pain while passing stools, bleeding per rectum, constipation, or pain are often assumed to be piles or haemorrhoids, which is not always true.Reaching a diagnosis without a doctor’s examination ...

When a Lump in the Armpit Turned Out to Be Breast Cancer

During my postgraduate training, a woman who lived in my neighbourhood approached me with a concern. She had noticed a hard lump in her armpit.When I examined her, there was no obvious lump in the breast. Situations like this can sometimes be confusing, but the firm nature of the lump ...

Bleeding per Rectum: A Symptom You Should Never Ignore

Bleeding per rectum means the passage of blood through the anus during or after bowel movements. It is a symptom that often causes fear, embarrassment, or confusion among patients. Some people panic immediately, while others ignore it for months, assuming it is due to piles. Both reactions can ...

Constipation

Constipation, a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder, manifests as infrequent defecation (fewer than three bowel movements per week), hard stools, excessive straining, sensation of incomplete evacuation, or obstruction.� In proctological practice, it often precipitates anorectal conditions ...

Recovering Right: Your Post-Surgery Guide

Advances in surgical care have significantly reduced the physical and emotional trauma of operations. But recovery doesn’t end in the operating room — post-operative care is crucial for a full and healthy comeback. Here’s how to take care of yourself or a loved one after ...

Doctors
Dr. Denis  King - Pediatric Surgeon
Dr. Denis King Pediatric Surgeon (Medical School, Residency, Medical Education, Fellowship in Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, Residency in Surgery (Gen), Class of 1969) 56 years experience The Richard M Ross Heart Hospital
Columbus 43210, COLUMBUS
Dr. Wiley W Souba - General Surgeon
Dr. Wiley W Souba General Surgeon (Fellowship, Residency, Medical School, Internship, Medical degree, DO, Fellowship 2, Residency - ID) 48 years experience Ohio State Brain and Spine Hospital
Weinland Park, COLUMBUS
Dr. JAMES G SIVARD - General Surgeon
Dr. JAMES G SIVARD General Surgeon (Medical School, Internship, Residency) 47 years experience OhioHealth Doctors Hospital
Forest Park West, COLUMBUS
Dr. Robert Russell Brightwell - Vascular Surgeon
Dr. Robert Russell Brightwell Vascular Surgeon (Residency, Medical School, Osteopathic Medical Degree, D.O., Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) 47 years experience OhioHealth Doctors Hospital
Forest Park West, COLUMBUS
Dr. James D Mcmahan - Plastic Surgeon
Dr. James D Mcmahan Plastic Surgeon (Medical School, Fellowship, Residency, Internship, Medical degree, DO, Residency in Plastic Surgery - Integrated, Residency in Surgery (Gen), Internship, Transitional Year, Residency - Plastic Surgery, Class of 1983, Surgery Residency) 43 years experience Advanced Aesthetic And Laser Surgery
Columbus 43214, COLUMBUS