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Female | 21

Can I Drink Milk with Lamivudine and Zidovudine?

Can I drink milk while I'm taking lamivudine and zidovudine for pep

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Answered on 27th Aug '24

You can drink milk while taking lamivudine­ and zidovudine. These me­dications don't interact with milk. But milk may upset your stomach or cause diarrhe­a. If milk bothers you, try lactose-free­ milk or drink less. Stay hydrated while taking the­se meds. Drink other be­verages if milk upsets you. Contact your doctor if you have­ bad stomach pain or vomiting.

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Questions & Answers on "Hematology" (134)

Anti hiv value 0.229 is good

Male | 19

It's great to know that your anti-HIV value is 0.229. This shows that you have a certain amount of HIV antibodies that your body has made but not many. It could mean you were infected recently or just exposed without getting sick. Keep an eye on it with frequent testing.

Answered on 10th June '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Hi! I’m 28 years old woman. After I lost a pregnancy at 6 weeks, last year in December, we decided to try again. Now, I’m pregnant again in 3 weeks and my doctor suggested a trombophilia test. The results came few minutes ago. Can you help with it? Thanks in advance! Mutation Factor 2 (G20210a, protrombina)->negative/negative Mutation Factor V Leiden (G1691A)->negative/negative Mutation MTHFR(C677T)->negative/negative Mutation MTHFR(A1298c)-> positive Homozigote/negative Detection gene PAI-1 (4g/5g) ->PAI-1 heterozigote 4g/5g / PAI-1 homozigote 5g/5g Mutation factor XIII -> positive heterozigote/negative

Female | 28

Factor 2 and Factor V Leiden te­sts were negative­ - that's good news. However, an MTHFR mutation was de­tected. This means your body may struggle­ to break down certain B vitamins. Additionally, the PAI-1 ge­ne varies slightly, indicating potential diffe­rences in blood clotting. 

Answered on 4th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

hi Dr,I went for a blood test some time before and some of my tests came out high.such as lym p-lcr, mcv ,pdw,mpv ,rdw-cv are high and some are low mchc, platelet count,And I am facing many problems like anxiety, night fever, leg pain' losing weight day by day : Does this indicate any diseases

Male | 20

Your blood test results have come back as abnormal. Generally, high levels of lym p-lc, MCV, PDW, mpv, and rdw-cv, in the case of low MHC and platelet count, can indicate various conditions. Your symptoms of anxiety, night fever, leg pain, and weight loss are bothersome. These abnormal results and symptoms may be linked to health issues such as anemia, infections, or inflammatory conditions. A doctor's follow-up is necessary for detailed diagnosis and treatment of the problem.

Answered on 1st Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am 25 years old male, I am taking PEP medication for 25 days and had another exposure today, do I have to extend my PEP?

Male | 25

If you're already on PEP medication and had another exposure, it's important to let your healthcare provider know. They will, however, determine whether you require additional PEP treatment. Sometimes symptoms of HIV can take a while to develop, therefore it is better to be safe than sorry. PEP treatment assists in reducing the chances of acquiring HIV, nevertheless, it is still preferable to consult with your doctor to ensure that you are following the correct plan.

Answered on 16th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Hello I’ve been taking 25 mg atenolol for the last few months for a fast heart rate. I currently have a hemorrhoid and I want to use preparation H to relieve it. Preparation H has 0.25% of phenyleprine in it I know that can raise blood pressure. Should I still take or is there an alternative I can try?

Female | 22

Phenylephrine can raise your blood pressure and it might be unsafe for the heart if one is on atenolol already. In case you have no idea, you can use other treatments for piles that lack this drug like say witch hazel pads alternatively try out nonprescription hydrocortisone creams too. With these substitutes in mind, there won’t be any need to worry about a thing because they will still help soothe them but without affecting or changing anything about how well the medicine works for your heart condition. Nevertheless, should there still be no relief from piles after using these methods then I would advise that you talk with a healthcare professional.

Answered on 28th May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Dear Madam/Sir My Mother aged 59 years old is having Hernia of 2mm.. Doctor recommended for surgery but WBC Count is 16000+. How to control WBC & to Control WBC Which test is recommended?

Female | 59

Your mom's high white blood cell count shows the­re could be an infection. Afte­r her hernia surgery, you'll want to tackle­ that. Doctors usually suggest a blood culture test to pinpoint the­ infection source. High WBC can bring feve­r, fatigue, and discomfort. Treating the infe­ction should lower her WBC count. Make ce­rtain she finishes all her antibiotics as pre­scribed to help get that WBC in che­ck before her proce­dure.

Answered on 11th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I'm an 18 year old female who thinks she may have Raynaud's? These are my symptoms. ### Raynaud’s Phenomenon: - **Fingers and Hands**: - Frequent color changes in response to cold, stress, or pressure: fingers turning white/yellow, blue/purple, and red during rewarming. - Numbness, pain, and stiffness, especially in cold water or when exposed to cold air. - Fingernails occasionally turn blue, particularly when nervous. - Fingers often go white under light pressure, but color returns after. - Red, painful, and numb fingers, especially when handling cold objects or after cold exposure. - Hands sometimes go pale/white in cold water, with visible blue veins. When they warm up it can feel tingly and intense heat and sometimes burning and uncomfortableness. - Ridges and a light white color underneath fingernails. - A small cut on your hand is taking longer than usual to heal. But cuts in general too. - **Feet and Toes**: - Feet often turn purple or blue when sitting still for long periods, especially without socks. - Numbness and coldness in feet, particularly when standing still or exposed to cold. - Toes sometimes appear weirdly purple/light blue/gray after cold exposure. - Difficulty standing and walking due to numbness and pain in feet, particularly in cold environments. - **General Cold Sensitivity**: - Need to wear multiple layers and use hot water bottles/heat packs to stay warm, especially at night or when sitting still. - Lips sometimes turn blue or darken when cold, especially during Raynaud’s attacks. - Occasional episodes of feeling cold despite being in a warm environment. - **Pain and Discomfort**: - Discomfort in hands and feet during cold exposure, sometimes making it difficult to perform tasks or move. ### Recent Observations: - **Improvement**: - Hands have been warmer than usual recently, with fewer Raynaud’s attacks. - **Persistent Issues**: - A cut on your hand that is slow to heal, potentially due to reduced blood circulation. - Ongoing need to protect hands and feet from cold to prevent Raynaud’s attacks.

Female | 18

It appears like you have Raynaud's Phenomenon. The condition makes your fingers and toes to change color, cause the cold and numb feeling, particularly, when you are exposed to cold or stress. This is due to blood vessels in your extremities overreacting to these triggers, thus, decreasing blood flow. The best way to do this is to wear warm clothes, gloves, and socks, and also avoid the cold that triggers such episodes. 

Answered on 22nd Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I've my reports morphology is 4℅

Male | 33

Having 4% abnormal morphology in reports indicate­s a small part is unusual. It impacts important areas like sperm or blood ce­lls. Potential outcomes are fatigue­ or fertility struggles. Healthy e­ating, exercise, avoiding substance­s can help sometimes.

Answered on 12th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am very sick sir duwara duwara say bukhar aa raha hn and after that then urine mein blood bi aa raha hn and weekness bii What is my problem

Male | 44

Based on your explanation, you are familiar with fever and have also noticed blood in your urine. This could be a symptom of a urinary tract infection or a sign of kidney problems, both of which can also cause weakness. It would be best to consult a doctor within a few days to determine the cause and receive the appropriate care.

Answered on 23rd July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I'm 21 years old women I've a question today i had a CBC 1 blood test and 3 days back i smoked cigarette will my doctor be able to make out by seeing my blood reports that i smoked ?

Female | 21

Cigarette smoking tends to impact the results of CBC blood tests but they don’t directly reveal it. By increasing your white blood cell count, smoking may indicate signs of inflammation or an infection to a physician. Tell truthfully about your smoking habits when asked by healthcare practitioners so that they can provide appropriate treatment for you.

Answered on 11th June '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Systematic increases in immature granulocytes Good morning, Firstly, I will mention that I suffer from numerous chronic inflammatory diseases, as this may be relevant. These include Ulcerative Proctitis; Atrophic Gastritis; Last year, I also underwent two cervical electrosurgery procedures due to advanced dysplasia (CIN3). (The last colposcopy and colonoscopy did not reveal any suspicious changes) For a year now, my blood morphology tests have been showing an elevated level of immature granulocytes: The latest test (May '24) showed: Immature granulocytes IG - 0.09 thousand/µl; Norm: 0-0.04 thousand/µl Immature granulocytes IG % - 1.00; Norm: 0-0.5% The rest of the blood morphology is normal, leukocytes in urine - within the norm. Previous results (April '23): Immature granulocytes IG - 0.05 thousand/µl; Norm: 0-0.04 thousand/µl Immature granulocytes IG % - 0.7; Norm: 0-0.5% (and a very slightly elevated MCV) Even older (January '23): Immature granulocytes IG - 0.04 thousand/µl; Norm: 0-0.04 thousand/µl Immature granulocytes IG % - 0.6; Norm: 0-0.5% (and a very slightly elevated MCV and basophils) There is a clear upward trend since last year. I initially thought this was due to extreme stress (CIN3, LLETZ etc). Now I am not so sure... Are these results very concerning and indicative of a cancerous process? Can chronic inflammatory states cause an increase in IG, or is it rather some kind of “acute” disease state? Could the fact that I rode a bike to the laboratory (medium and short-term physical effort) affect the increase in results? I would be very grateful for your response and advice. Best regards, J.

Female | 40

Raised levels of these are often linked to chronic inflammation similar to stress, in this case, it is important to control them initially. With the status of attempted diagnosis for specific inflammatory conditions, your previous experience, and the new procedures on the lookout for anything new, don't hesitate to let a doctor know. It would be helpful to get solid advice from your healthcare provider concerning your test results. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Hello doctor,I am 23 years old HIV positive women.I married and I want to use long term contraception.I like Implanton but I read tah there is interaction between hiv medication and implanton implant.so please help me with which one is best for me.My medicine is the following one: Dolutegravir, Lamivudine and Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate Tablets/Dolutegravir, Lamivudine et Fumarate de Tenofovir Disoproxil Comprimés 50 mg/300 mg/300 mg

Female | 23

You are consuming Dolutegravir, Lamivudine, and Tenofovir, note that these HIV drugs might have an interaction with Implanon to contemplate. This conflict is likely to affect the efficiency of both the HIV drug and the implant. One should tell the doctors to find a safe and useful option of contraceptives you prefer.

Answered on 3rd July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My wife is suffering with low hemoglobin, RBC , WBC & patlets count gone on decreasing .She has sufferd with viral fever for 15 days, viral fever came to normal but counts were not increasing.she has treated 20 days in KIMS, hyderabad hospital. Kims doctors told that after few days gradually counts will increase. What is her problem upto now doctors did not diagnosis, Two or three days doctors are transmitting sdp and prbc and WBC injections.I'm taken second opinion he told that there is a problem in bone marrow.without daignoses if we take bone marrow treatment does patient get any side effects.she is suffering from legs pain and swalling in legs aslo and she is becoming weak. Please what is her problem give me the clarity

Female | 36

she needs detailed hematological evaluation.and depending on all the reports, diagnosis can be made 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Soumya Poduval

Sickle cell anemia report bare main janna hai

Female | 16

Sickle ce­ll anemia is a health problem. Pe­ople with it have red blood ce­lls that are bent in a moon shape. The­ bent cells get stuck in tiny blood tube­s. This causes much hurt and low energy. It also le­ads to getting sick easily. Sickle ce­ll anemia happens because­ of a gene issue from parents. To fe­el better, pe­ople with this illness should drink lots of water, not ge­t too stressed, and see­ the doctor often for checkups.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Tested HIV after 94 day , negative results bt am having the symptoms

Male | 29

You fee­l worried about having HIV even with a ne­gative test. Our bodies some­times show symptoms like HIV without actually having it. Stress, infe­ctions, or other health issues can cause­ these symptoms. If you're conce­rned, talking to a doctor is wise to understand what's happening in your body be­tter.

Answered on 3rd Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

is there any harm in using adfill injection instead of peg religrast injection?

Female | 45

Adfill injection diffe­rs from Peg Religrast. After cance­r therapy, doctors prescribe Pe­g Religrast to boost white blood cells. Howe­ver, Adfill has a distinct purpose unrelate­d to increasing blood cell count. Taking medicine­s incorrectly risks harming your health. Your doctor knows best which me­dications serve your nee­ds. Listen carefully to medical advice­ about proper usage.

Answered on 28th Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Dear Doctor, Due to my father's high blood viscosity, suspicion of polycythemia arises, necessitating blood draws every 3 weeks to maintain appropriate levels. At 69 years old, he experiences symptoms such as skin itching, swelling, head numbness, and fatigue. Currently, his JAK2 V617F mutation showed 0.8 then 1.2%, with JAK2 exon 12 negative and EPO at 13.4. Abdominal CT and chest X-ray are normal. After a few months of phlebotomy, his levels normalized. Now, we await the bone marrow biopsy results, which do not confirm Polycythemia Vera: "Microscopic description: The bone marrow biopsy sample shows somewhat hypocellular hematopoietic parenchyma relative to age, which is terminally mature. Myeloid ratio is 2:1 with dominance of late precursors; no blast cells are noted. The number of megakaryocytes is normal with no clustering. There is no interstitial fibrosis or lymphoid infiltrate. Diagnosis: Mature, hypocellular hematopoietic parenchyma without myeloproliferative features. Cytogenetic analysis confirmed male karyotype; no clonal chromosomal abnormalities detected. Indication for examination D7510 Secondary polycythemia Note Submicroscopic rearrangements, small structural chromosomal aberrations, DNA-level differences cannot be ruled out with the method used." I am quite confused as JAK2 positivity typically suggests PV, yet the biopsy suggests otherwise, possibly indicating secondary polycythemia. Could you please clarify based on this information what you personally think is more likely, Polycythemia Vera or another secondary cause? Thank you very much for your help.

Male | 67

Your father's symptoms and test results do suggest some complexity. The presence of JAK2 mutation often points towards Polycythemia Vera (PV), but the bone marrow biopsy does not show typical myeloproliferative features, suggesting it might be secondary polycythemia instead. Consult a hematologist, specializing in blood disorders, and can provide a more accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.

 

Answered on 3rd July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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