I'm really concerned about my dad. He's 42 and has been noticing a bit of blood when he spits, especially in the morning before he brushes his teeth. Any idea what might be causing this?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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That's capillary bleed and could be due to dryness take water before bed that would help you

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm experiencing this weird sensation where it feels like air is going through my right ear, but only when I'm at home in Bangalore. It's been happening for around 9 months, and recently I've started feeling dizzy, mostly in the evenings. It doesn't happen if I travel to other places, so I'm curious if this is something I should be worried about. What could be causing this?

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My 4.6-year-old son has been struggling with adenoid issues for a year now and sometimes can't breathe properly through his mouth. The doctor recommended surgery but I'm unsure what's the latest and safest type of adenoidectomy available? Is going for surgery the right choice for his age?

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I'm dealing with a sore throat that comes and goes. I do smoke a bit like one or two cigarettes a day, but it's not a lot. Can I take cefix 200 even though it expired last month?

No you can't take that medicine.

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