What are Vaginal Pimples? Vaginal pimples are similar to face pimples or pimples anywhere else on the body. However, they are quite painful and stinging. Look like small, skin colored or may be red, rounded lesions down there. May be single or many. Pimples may or may not be filled with pus. Why do They […]
Tourette’s Syndrome Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurological disorder. It is characterized by tics, which are repetitive, involuntary movements and vocalizations. The early symptoms of Tourette’s syndrome are almost always noticed first in childhood, between the ages of 7 and 10 years. Tourette syndrome occurs in people from all ethnic groups; males are affected about […]
Vertebrobasilar Artery Insufficiency Q: I am a 38 year old male and a medical lab technician. I have been having tinnitus in right ear since 2001. Before that I faced problem with double vision. Now my symptoms include vertigo, giddiness, headache and vomiting sensation. I consulted neuro-physician. He checked my BP, which was 140/92, and […]
Pearly Penile Papules or Hirsuties Papillaris Genitalis Coronae Glandis Pearly penile papules are very small globular growths on the ridge of the glans of the male genital organs. The condition is medically called Hirsuties coronae glandis or Hirsuties Papillaris Genitalis. It is a absolutely harmless condition, just a variation from normal. They are found significantly […]
Pearly Penile Papule- Treatment and Removal Surgical methods are available for removal of pearly penile papule. They are: Laser CO2 Method for PPP removal The bumps are dissolved using targeted CO2 laser. The patient is hospitalized for 2 to 3 weeks. This procedure is quite expensive. The recovery period is about a month or more. […]
Get Rid of Pearly Penile Papules by Home Remedies There are some natural methods of treatment and removal of Pearly penile papules. They are- Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) Low concentration of AHA cream has to be applied over the affected area without spreading into the outer areas. The cream may be applied twice a day […]
Guidelines for TSH Level in Pregnancy With Reference Range Q: Follow-up of a hypothyroid patient trying to get pregnant. Reply: Since you are positive for AMA, just remember that you are prone to be hypothyroid after getting pregnant. Presence of AMA in one’s body increases the risk of repeated autoimmune disturbances. You understand that thyroid […]
Effect of Thyroid on Pregnancy Follow up of a case of miscarriage at 11 weeks. Q: I truly appreciate your prompt response to my query. I forgot to mention that I am under treatment for thyroid, however we planned pregnancy only after it was completely under control. During pregnancy, TSH test was well under normal […]
Thyroid Gland and Its Disorders What Is Thyroid Disease? Thyroid disorder is abnormal functioning of the thyroid gland. Sometimes the body produces too much or too little thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, that is, the way the body uses energy. So it affects nearly every organ in the body. If the body secretes too […]
Managing Thyroid Hormone Levels in Pregnancy Thyroid hormone plays a critical role during pregnancy both in the development of a healthy baby and in maintaining the health of the mother. Read about functions of the thyroid gland. Women with thyroid problems need to understand thyroid’s effect on pregnancy. Also, throughout pregnancy, it is necessary to […]
