Question 1

I've been told I have Marginal Hepatomegaly with diffuse fatty changes, but my liver function test is normal. My liver is 14.8 cm, I'm 30, Indian male, 5.6 feet tall, and I weigh 86 kg. I don't drink alcohol, soft drinks, or tea, and I walk for 30 minutes every day. I do take allergy meds. What should I do to get my liver back to normal?

Accepted Answer

Focus on weight loss through healthy eating and regular exercise.
Eat a balanced, nutrient-rich diet high in fiber and antioxidants.
Continue walking daily, and aim to increase physical activity gradually.
Keep a healthy lifestyle with no alcohol and limiting processed sugars.
Regularly follow up with your doctor for liver health monitoring and tests.

Question 2

I'm a 47-year-old man, pretty healthy overall, but I've noticed my hemoglobin level is on the lower side at 12.5. I love running and typically do a half marathon once a month. I'm trying to boost my iron intake naturally, but I'm curious about iron s...

Accepted Answer

-As a runner with low hemoglobin, it's important to boost your iron levels with a well-absorbed form of iron, like ferrous bisglycinate or ferrous sulfate. You can take 1 tablet (typically 65 mg of elemental iron) once daily with vitamin C to enhance abso

Question 3

Is it okay to take paracetamol before getting a COVID test? I'm worried if it might mess with the results. Can I take paracetamol on the day of the test too?

Accepted Answer

don't worry take paracetmol

Question 4

I'm a bit worried about a cat bite I got recently. Can you tell me how long the anti-rabies vaccination stays effective? And is it necessary to get a tetanus shot after a cat bite too? I've had some vaccinations before, but I'm not sure if I'm still ...

Accepted Answer

A full course of Rabies vaccination may provide protection for upto 5 years. Estimation of anti-rabies antibody level in the blood may help in this regard. A single booster dose of rabies vaccine once a year for those at high risk is harmless and may provide adequate protection.
Tetanus vaccine is needed when there is open wound. But a single booster dose can be protective for upto 5 years.

Question 5

I've been dealing with an anal fissure for about a week now and I'm using Soframycin, but it hasn't really helped. I noticed some bleeding at first, but that's stopped, although it's still tough to sit down comfortably. Could you suggest any medicine...

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

I'm really concerned about my wife. She started having sudden shivering at night, and it's the third day of her monthly period. There's no fever, so I gave her hot milk and a 650 mg dose of paracetamol. I'm trying to understand what might be causing ...

Accepted Answer

Shivering may be caused due to hormonal imbalance or dehydration and muscle cramps. It is advisable to get a blood test done for safety, but there should be no major cause for concern.

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