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Sickle Cell Anemia: Managing Pain Crisis Frequency

Patient's Query

I have sickle cell anemia. I have been having pain crisis every 2-3 months frequently. I have been taking hydroxyurea and drinking plenty of water but still pain comes every 2-3 months?

Answered by Dr. Donald Babu

While taking hydroxyurea and staying hydrated are important steps, pain crises can still occur. Following up regularly with an oncologist specialising in blood disorders is crucial to managing your condition and exploring other treatment options.

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I have sickle cell anemia. I have been having pain crisis every 2-3 months frequently. I have been taking hydroxyurea and drinking plenty of water but still pain comes every 2-3 months?

Male | 23

While taking hydroxyurea and staying hydrated are important steps, pain crises can still occur. Following up regularly with an oncologist specialising in blood disorders is crucial to managing your condition and exploring other treatment options.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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I have test creatine Its having less than 0.4 please suggest me anything required

Female | Srilekha

It's good that creatinine levels are below 0.4. Creatinine is a waste product that your kidneys filter out of your blood. If it's too high, it can mean your kidneys aren't working well. Low creatinine levels can happen if someone has less muscle mass or is malnourished. Make sure you have a balanced diet and avoid a diet high in protein, also, be careful so as not to get dehydrated.

Answered on 9th July '24

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I'male 38 I'm always tried I also always feel sick and I'm having night sweats I have headache everyday

Male | 38

Being tired all the time, getting sick a lot, night sweats, and daily headaches can be hard to deal with. These signs might be caused by different things such as infections, hormonal imbalances, or other medical problems. You need to see a doctor who will be able to find out what is wrong and give you the right treatment so that you can start feeling better. 

Answered on 11th June '24

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How to know effect hiv in starting months

Male | 22

During the initial stages of HIV, some individuals might not display any symptoms at all while others may have flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, and body aches. This happens because the virus has already started to weaken their immune system. It is important to test if you suspect that you might have been exposed to HIV. Early treatment onset after diagnosis is necessary for effective management of the virus.

Answered on 23rd May '24

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My alkaline phosphate level is 248. Please tell me if this is normal or not. If not then give me some suggestion.

Male | 19

Having an alkaline phosphate level of 248 is a little high. It may be that your liver or bones are not ok. If you have symptoms such as tiredness, stomach ache, and yellowness of the skin, make sure you seek medical help immediately. A healthcare professional will be able to help establish what is causing this and also advise on the right treatment for you. 

Answered on 12th June '24

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I had T cell lymphoblastic lymphoma in 2018 and all follow ups are now orderd. I' ve got side effects. I need to know what treatments and medical consultations I should get in future. PET scan(2019) *In PET scan(2019) of Cancer hospital they have suggested I have maxillary mucosal disease. No examinations. Ultra Sounds scan (2022) *Pseudo pancreatic cyst(2018 to 2022 examination) 4.4×2.1×3.2 cm *Possible right ovarian cyst (Not treated nor examines after 2022) 2021 Biopsy report and treating terminated *Cutaneous small vessel vasculitis.(No issues aftrr treatments are over) MRI brain(2018 and 2019) *Suggestive of celebral atrophy(Nor examinations or treatment and what to know in detail with relevancy to life expectancy) Manic Episode(2019) Bipolar affective disorder since 2019 *Under treatment of olanzapine 2.5 mg No depressive/manic episodes since 2020 *Keratoconus eye disorder in both eyes since 2019 I am 20 years old by now. To make my life analyzed in the upcoming years I want to know treatments I should get to recover, my life expectancy, seriousness I need to consider, how to response to work I do. I have high academic qualifications by niw no issues in learning but I get so tired with work, muscle pains, lasting headaches, heart beart rate irregulaties with stress in daily basis. What should I do to overcome by now. Please do concern.

Female | 20

It's important to address each of your conditions with a specialist to manage your health effectively. Please consult an ENT specialist and a gastroenterologist for the maxillary mucosal disease and pseudo pancreatic cyst. For your bipolar affective disorder and associated symptoms like fatigue and heart rate irregularities, continue following up with your psychiatrist.

Answered on 4th June '24

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Hi, I did Antibody hiv 1& 2 Elisa test after 30 days of exposure. Then once again I did Insti antibody 1&2 screening tes after 45 days. In both test my result was negative. Should I do further test for my assurance...please kindly suggest me

Male | 39

The tests you took at 30 and 45 days are generally accurate, but for complete peace of mind, it's best to get tested again 3 months after being exposed. This is because it takes time for the immune system to make enough antibodies that can be detected by the test. In the meantime, if you start feeling unwell with symptoms such as fever, rash, sore throat or tiredness, please tell your doctor.

Answered on 7th June '24

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I have been diagnosed with swollen lymph nodes size 14×10 mm in abdomen / presence of Necrosis

Female | 50

Growths of lymph nodes in the abdomen can be your body reacting to an infection. The lymph nodes sometimes blow up half their size, 14 x 10 millimeters, and have dead parts called necrosis. You may experience a feeling of pain or pressure in your abdomen. The doctor can treat you with antibiotics or other remedies according to the cause found as treatment.

Answered on 21st June '24

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My alkaline phos level is 269.1 Is it dangerous

Male | 16

Your alkaline­ phosphatase level of 269.1 is high. This e­nzyme level signals pote­ntial issues with your liver or bones. Fe­eling tired or abdominal pain could be symptoms. Live­r disease, bone disorde­rs, or certain medications raise alkaline­ phosphatase levels. To find the­ root cause and get the right tre­atment, follow up with your doctor. 

Answered on 26th July '24

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I have 16 pea sized lymph nodes I am 57kg my height is 5ft 10 I’ve had them for almost 2 years and they haven’t got bigger or changed I’ve had blood tests previously and they all came back fine. I do have 2 under my jaw that’s a bit bigger than a pea though. Is it a concern? I have no symptoms except bad anxiety. I am highly afraid of cancers

Male | 17

Your lymph nodes not changing size or growing for two years is good. When it comes to cancer we tend to worry a lot due to anxiety. They might remain slightly enlarged sometimes. It’s usually benign but it would be prudent to get the larger ones checked by your doctor. Additionally, work on calming down your nerves because that can also be of help.

Answered on 30th May '24

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I want to know , a chemotherapy patient takes 3 chemo then after 3 days later she has too much fever and pain in stomach. What should I do.

Female | 47

Fever and stomach pain are two of the most common causes of chemo. The fever may be due to the body's immune system being weaker after treatment. Stomach pain can be the result of medication cavitation in the digestive system. It is crucial to reach out to the medical team immediately for help with these symptoms. They may prescribe medicines to decrease the fever or stomach pain. Drinking plenty of water and sleeping will also help.

Answered on 29th July '24

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I went to general check and blood test. I got CEA test level 8.16 I don't smoke or drink. Reason for it. Is it normal

Male | 55

CEA stands for Carcinoembryonic Antigen, a protein produced in the body, and the levels of it in the body may be high because of different causes such as inflammation or infection. Usual symptoms are unusual with a slight increase in CEA levels, but further tests and monitoring are also often necessary. It’s important to visit your healthcare provider to find out the exact reasons for your condition and the best ways to fight it.

Answered on 19th June '24

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Can you tell me the drug to reduce the value of HIV?

Male | 20

HIV is a virus that weakens your immune system. It can cause symptoms such as fever, fatigue and weight loss. The primary method of treating HIV is by using antiretroviral drugs. Your immune system can be protected and the amount of virus in your body can be reduced by these medicines. 

Answered on 5th July '24

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My name islam from Saudi Arabia. My issue is about blood deficiency hgb level 11my weight loss and

Male | 30

You might have anemia, in which you don't have enough good red cells in your blood. The lack of red blood cells in your body can lead to the following symptoms fatigue, weight loss, and weakness. Anemia might be due to low iron intake in your diet, or there might be underlying diseases. So, to fix your case, you should begin to eat food that is rich in iron, you may also take supplements, or you may have some medical consultations for a check-up.

Answered on 23rd July '24

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Is it normal to feel weak and loss of appetite after a week of getting treatment of Bilharzia.

Male | 34

After tre­atment for Bilharzia, feeling we­ak and losing appetite is common. Medicine­s used can cause these­ side effects. We­akness happens as the body fights infe­ction. Drink lots of water and eat healthy foods, de­spite no appetite. If symptoms worse­n or persist, inform your healthcare provide­r.

Answered on 19th July '24

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