Calcified Granulomatous Lesions of Brain Whenever an inflammation occurs, the tissue affected respond producing an inflammatory exudate and a granuloma is formed. A granuloma in the brain is nothing but a localized area of inflammation. This inflammation may be due to some infection, vascular problem, injury or any other trigger. Products of inflammation are formed […]
How to Avoid Getting Bumps While Shaving Your Bikini Area? So often you see bumps or rashes over the groin area after shaving it. Why do these occur? There are reasons why some of us get them and others don’t. These lesions are commonly called razor bumps. They are red. May itch or burn. Let’s […]
Causes of Pilonidal Cyst at the Base of Spine Q: Near the base of my spine/tailbone, I noticed what I thought was a small cyst a few days ago. It has now gotten bigger, probably at least the size of a golf ball but not necessarily circular. There is pain while sitting up straight or […]
Simple Ways to Get Rid of Bad Odor From Vaginal Area Q: I am a 17 year old female and I have this weird smell in my down there area. I have tried taking showers and washing really well. But it seems like I have this smell even right after I get out of the shower. The […]
Normal Male Hormone Values and Factors Affecting Them Q: What is the normal testosterone level? By: Shihab Reply: The normal range of testosterone level in a male is 260 -1080 ng/dl. Any value within this range is considered normal and requires no treatment. The value range of this hormone is quite broad. This is because […]
Recommendations on Frequency of Pap Test Q: How often should we women get a pap done? Reply: What Is Pap Smear Test Done? It is a simple test which checks the changes in the cells of your cervix. The purpose of the Paps is to screen out any abnormality in the cells of the cervix […]
Rule Out Autoimmune Disease If Multiple Systems Are Involved Q: I’m 53, male, no significant medical history. I was very active physically; I was doing ultra marathons, multi-day treks and sports. Ten years ago I became chronically exhausted and unable to recover from exercise or any physical exertion. I was having non-restorative sleep, joint pain […]
When to Resume Intercourse After Ovarian Surgery? Q: Hi I am Helen. As I mentioned in my previous mails, now it has been 4 weeks since I removed my ovarian cyst (for serous cystadenoma of the ovary). Please advice when to expect my period and is it safe if I have sex now? I mean […]
Lump of Epididymis Could Be Spermatocele Q: I’m 23 and I noticed that I had some pain few months ago. I’ve been having unprotected intercourse with my girlfriend for 3 years and she has not got pregnant. I found a small lump in my left testicle that hurts when squeezed or touched. My abdomen aches […]
Dealing With Depressive Thoughts by Routine Activities Q: Dear sir, I am 37 years old and married. I have a 2 years old daughter. I have been taking treatment for depression since many years. I prefer to stay alone. I do not like company of even my father or mother. I had medical problem of […]
