Question 1

I've developed this habit of eating raw rice every day, even in the middle of the night sometimes. It's like I can't control it. Recently, I've been getting stomach aches and I'm noticing a lot of hair loss. Should I be worried about this? Is there anything I can do to stop these symptoms or this craving?

Accepted Answer

taking raw rice is not good for health

Question 2

I've got this nose piercing I did last month, and now there's this annoying bump with some redness around it that's just not going away. I'm really worried because my wedding is in February, and I want it to heal before then. Could you give me some a...

Accepted Answer

-For the bump and redness, it's important to keep the piercing clean with saline solution and avoid touching it with dirty hands. If it persists or worsens, consider consulting your piercer or a dermatologist to ensure proper healing before your marriage

Question 3

I've been having this issue where sometimes, when I'm sleeping, the blood flow to my hand and fingers seems to stop. It's really starting to worry me. What do you think I should do about it? Any advice would be appreciated!

Accepted Answer

Avoid pressure on your arms or hands,Before going to sleep or upon waking up, try doing some simple stretches to improve blood flow to your hands and fingers.Avoid prolonged sitting or standing in one positionCheck for Underlying Conditions:
Carpal tunnel syndromeperipheral artery disease (PAD), Raynaud's disease, or diabetes can also affect blood circulation, causing numbness or tingling in the hands and fingers.Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle and consult yourdoctor to rule out underlying causes

Question 4

I've had PV malaria three times this year and each time I took Lariago DS. I can't take PQ though, because my G6PD enzyme levels are on the lower side. Is there any permanent way to get rid of this? I'm really worried it might keep coming back.

Accepted Answer

Given your recurrent Plasmodium vivax (PV) malaria and G6PD deficiency, which prevents you from taking primaquine (PQ), consider consulting a specialist for alternative treatment options, such as a higher dose of chloroquine or a combination of chloroquine and other antimalarial medications, and take preventive measures, including using insecticide-treated bed nets, wearing protective clothing, and applying insect repellents to minimize the risk of future infections.

Question 5

I'm wondering how I can tell if I have worms in my stomach. Sometimes it really feels like something's moving in there. What could be causing this sensation?

Accepted Answer

Feeling something moving inside your stomach could be a sign of a parasitic infection such as intestinal worms. To treat this, you can take Albendazole 400mg as a single dose. It is important to consult a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment plan.

Question 6

I've been feeling like my head is spinning all of a sudden, and it's making me feel queasy too. I saw someone about it, and they said it's vertigo. I started taking vertin16mg, and I'm just wondering if that's enough, or should I go back to see the d...

Accepted Answer

take tablet. vertin if you have vertigo, don't take it on regular basis

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