Question 1

I'm a bit worried because a monkey just grazed my right hand with its teeth, and there's a small mark, but luckily no blood. I've already gotten a TT shot, but should I also get a rabies vaccine? Can you advise me on what to do next?

Accepted Answer

As a smoker, you're at risk for respiratory issues. The white mucus could be a sign of:

- Chronic Bronchitis: inflammation of the bronchial tubes
- Smoker's Cough: irritation of the lungs and airways

The black mucus could indicate:

- Carbon deposits from smoking
- Fungal or bacterial infection (less likely)

_Action Plan_

1. _Quit smoking_: Aim to stop smoking entirely to reduce further damage.
2. _Consult a doctor_: Discuss your symptoms with a healthcare professional to rule out underlying conditions.
3. _Get a check-up_: Schedule a physical examination, including a chest X-ray and lung function tests, if recommended by your doctor.

Question 2

What exactly is this viral load thing I've been hearing about? I'm stressing about my health a lot. Is hepatitis B something that can be cured? My test results came back saying HBsAg is provisionally reactive, and the lab suggested I get an HBsAg con...

Accepted Answer

Viral load refers to the amount of hepatitis B virus (HBV) present in your blood; a confirmatory test will determine if you're infected; Hepatitis B can be managed, but not completely cured; symptoms like fatigue and weight loss can occur, but it's essential to consult a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment; acute HBV is typically self-limiting, while chronic HBV requires ongoing management; it's not immediately life-threatening, but if left untreated, can lead to liver damage or cancer; schedule an appointment with a hepatologist or gastroenterologist to discuss your results, determine the stage of infection, and develop a treatment plan.

Question 3

I've been taking Allegra daily, but when I try to stop suddenly, I get really bad itching. How should I taper off the dosage to avoid this withdrawal effect? Should I switch to taking it once a week or maybe every other week? How long should I contin...

Accepted Answer

-To taper off Allegra, it's best to gradually reduce the dose to avoid withdrawal symptoms like severe itching. You can start by taking one tablet every other day, then reduce to once a week, and eventually stop. This process could take 2-3 weeks, dependi

Question 4

Can bilateral tubal blockage be cleared with Ayurveda, and how long might it take? I'm concerned about having hydrosalpinx, which I understand is fluid blocking my fallopian tubes. Any insights on this would be really helpful!

Accepted Answer

better to go for medical treatment

Question 5

I'm really worried because I took the ipill about 20 hours after having unprotected sex back in April, but now I've taken a pregnancy test twice, and both times it's come back positive. I also visited my doctor, and she confirmed the pregnancy throug...

Accepted Answer

-It's understandable to feel worried, but the i-pill is unlikely to affect your pregnancy since it was taken early on, and it generally doesn't harm a developing baby. As for the past abortion, it typically doesn't impact your current pregnancy, but it's

Question 6

I'm dealing with a varicocele and I'm wondering if I can still go to the gym and continue working out. Could you let me know what to expect with exercises and whether they could affect my condition?

Accepted Answer

Not all varicoceles require surgery. Surgery has the potential to cause testicular damage.....

However, the primary treatment of varicoceles is surgery and indications include:

Pain....infertility ...To prevent testicular atrophy..... All methods involve ligation of veins to prevent abnormal blood flow. The recurrence rate is usually less than 10%....
Consult urologist......

I'm a bit worried because a monkey just grazed my right hand with its teeth, and there's a small mark, but luckily no blood. I've already gotten a TT shot, but should I also get a rabies vaccine? Can you advise me on what to do next?

I'm a bit worried because a monkey just grazed my right hand with its teeth, and there's a small mark, but luckily no blood. I've already gotten a TT shot, but should I also get a rabies vaccine? Can you advise me on what to do next?

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