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Male | 63

What can improve left leg weakness post-surgery?

I had surgery LEFT L4-5 HEMILAMINECTOMY & MICRODISCECTOMY My left foot dropped and after 3 months it has not improved and I feel weaker in my left leg. Is there something that can be done to improve this condition?

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Answered on 23rd May '24

You should see your neurosurgeon who operated on you as soon as possible. Your history is suggestive of possible nerve injury, which should be thoroughly assessed by a specialist. 

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My daughter age7months and7day and issue is brain jhutke doctor advice for MRI test in report HIE so please suggest

Female | 7

Your daughter's MRI re­vealed HIE, meaning he­r brain lacked oxygen during birth. This condition, hypoxic-ischemic e­ncephalopathy, can lead to seizure­s, feeding difficulties, and de­velopmental delays. The­rapies and medications may help he­r brain recover. Regular che­ckups will monitor her progress closely. Though conce­rning, staying positive and following medical advice is crucial for he­r development.

Answered on 2nd July '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

I'm having stroke symptoms

Female | 19

It is essential to recognize any unusual signs your body shows if you suspect you may be experiencing stroke symptoms. These signs can include sudden numbness or weakness in your face, arms, or legs. A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when your brain doesn’t receive enough blood, usually due to an artery being blocked by a blood clot. If you notice these symptoms, call emergency services immediately.

Answered on 13th Nov '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Treatment for parkinson disease

Male | 44

Treatment for Parkinson's disease focuses on managing symptoms and improving quality of life. This typically involves medication to increase dopamine levels, physical therapy to improve mobility, occupational therapy to enhance daily living skills, and speech therapy for speech and swallowing difficulties. 
In advanced cases, deep brain stimulation may be considered. Exercise and stress management, are also important. The treatment approach is normally tailored to each individual's needs and may require regular adjustments and monitoring.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

How long can post stroke fatigue last?

Male | 36

Post-stroke fatigue is the feeling of being extremely tired or weak after a stroke. It may last for a few weeks to several months. This weariness can interfere with the ability to perform routine tasks. While it is important to rest, mild exercise and a healthy diet may help alleviate its effects. If you still experience significant tiredness, consult your doctor for further assistance.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

MY QUESTION IS ON BEHALF OF MY MOTHER MY MOTHER HAS SEVERE FIBROMYALGIA SO MY QUESTION IS IT STILL IMPORTANT FOR A PERSON WITH SEVERE FIBROMYALGIA TO GO TO BED TO TRY TO GET TO SLEEP FROM BEFORE 12:00 AM . AND ALSO. IMPORTANT. FOR. THEM. TO START THEIR SLEEP ROUTINE 3 OR 4 HOURS BEFORE 12 AM . SO THAT. THEY CAN HAVE ENOUGH TIME TO TRY TO FALL ASLEEP BEFORE 12 AM. INCASE THEY HAVE ANY TROUBLE STRUGGLING TO TRY TO FALL A SLEEP TO BEGIN WITH AND BY DOING SO BY STARTING . A SLEEP . ROUTINE . THAT WAY .TO BE ABLE TO GET AS MANY HOURS OF SLEEP BEFORE MIDNIGHT 12:00 AM. ALSO BY DOING A SLEEP ROUTINE THAT. WAY FALLING ASLEEP BEFORE 12 AM TO MAKE IT EASIER TO STAY A SLEEP. THROUGH. THE ENTIRE AMOUNT OF HOURS THAT ANY PERSON NEEDS SLEEP FOR , EIGHT HOURS THE AVERAGE AMOUNT OF SLEEP AND. 9 HOURS OR 10 HOURS. OF. SLEEP. DEPENDING ON WHAT THE INDIVIDUAL PERSON NEEDS. FOR SLEEP IS ALSO IMPORTANT. FOR A PERSON WHO HAS. SEVERE FIBROMYALGIA TO START A SLEEP ROUTINE. 3 OR 4 HOURS BEFORE 12 AM . FOR ALL THE REASONS THAT. I HAVE SAID BEFORE BUT ALSO TO HELP WITH DECREASING THE AMOUNT OF PAIN THEY COULD HAVE TO GO THROUGH DURING THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE DAY OF. AWAKE HOURS AND TO HELP TO DECREASE THE AMOUNT OF FATIGUE THAT THEY COULD HAVE TO GO THROUGH DURING THE ENTIRE DAY OF AWAKE HOURS. AND TO HELP TO PREVENT FLARE-UPS. THE REASONS I ASKED THIS IS BECAUSE MY MOTHER'S SLEEP ROUTINE HAS BEEN HER GOING TO BED AT 4AM OR 5AM IN THE MORNING FOR YEARS AND GETTING. UP AT 2 PM AND 3PM IN THE. AFTERNOON . SHE STRUGGLES TERRIBLE FOR SLEEP BECAUSE OF THIS , SHE. STRUGGLES. TO. GET TO SLEEP TO BEGIN WITH AND WHEN SHE DOES GET TO SLEEP SHE CAN END UP WAKENING UP. 2 OR 3 THROUGH THE HOURS SHE TRIES TO SLEEP FOR AND IS. UP AND DOWN TO THE TOILET 2 OR. 3 TIMES THROUGHOUT THOSE HOURS. ALSO BECAUSE OF THIS SHE GETS ALMOST SIX HOURS OF SLEEP ON A DAILY EVERY WEEKLY BASIS. AND. WHEN I TRY TO ENCOURAGE HER TO START A SLEEP ROUTINE 3 OR FOUR HOURS BEFORE 12:00 AM . SHE WOULD ALWAYS COME UP WITH AN EXCUSE WHEN I SAY IT'S ALSO IMPORTANT FOR REM SLEEP AND THE RECOVERY. PERIOD AND HER SAYING THERE'S IS NO. POINT PEOPLE WITH SEVERE FIBROMYALGIA. NEVER GO INTO A DEEP SLEEP TO BE ABLE TO GET. REM SLEEP. AND THE RECOVERY PERIOD BY. HER. SAYING. THAT. MAKING IT. SEEM. AS. IF. THERE. NO IMPORTANCE. OF. HER. EVEN TRYING. TO. GET. TO. SLEEP BEFORE. 12AM. AND. START. A. START ROUTINE. 3 OR 4 HOURS. 12AM. FOR ANY. REASONS. AT. ALL. FOR. HERSELF DOCTOR. IF. YOU COULD. GIVE. ME. YOUR THOUGHTS. ON. EACH. PART OF. MY. ENTIRE QUESTION. WRITTEN. ABOVE. ABOUT IS THERE. STILL. ANY IMPORTANCE. FOR ALL. REASONS THAT. HAVE. WRITTEN ABOVE. ON. A IMPORTANCE FOR A. PERSON. WITH. SEVERE FIBROMYALGIA. STARTING. A. SLEEP ROUNTINE. 3. OR. 4. HOURS BEFORE. 12AM. TO. TRY. TO GET. TO. FOR BEFORE. 12AM. PLEASE. INCUSE. THE TYPING. MISTAKES. MY. KEYBOARD. IN BETWEEN WORDS. MISTAKINGLY PUTS. OUT. FULL STOPS DOTS PLEASE. IGNORE. THOSE IF. YOU ARE HAVING. TROUBLE. GETTING BACK. TO. ME. IN. RESPONSE MY PHONE NUMBER ON WHATSAPP IS 07955535740 AND. EMAIL ADDRESS IS jasminepatterson1091@gmail.com

Female | 61

A daytime sleep schedule not only helps a patient with fibromyalgia to get better but is also of paramount importance to them to avoid sleeping after midnight. Sleep can aggravate or diminish pain, tiredness, and even exacerbations. Adjusting the sleep schedule 3-4 hours before midnight might be a good way to augment sleep quality. Convince your mother to give sleep a priority so that she can not only reduce what she is experiencing but also have better overall health.

Answered on 3rd Sept '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

I used tap water to flush my nose out as I was congested before realising and then about 1 hour later used boiled water as I know it shouldn’t be tap water I’m In Northern Ireland what are chances of me getting brain infection I’m worried now No symptoms it was 2 days ago when will I know if I’m clear of infection

Female | 31

Using tap water to flush your nose­ can be unsafe. Tap water may have­ bad germs. But, do not worry too much about it. Getting a brain infection from this is ve­ry rare. Since you used boile­d water later, you are like­ly safe. If you have no signs after two days, you are­ likely okay. But, look out for bad headaches, fe­ver, or stiff neck. These­ could mean infection. 

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Day before yesterday high pressure happened admitted to the hospital they injection some medicine and control the pressure after that they are sleeping tired not wakeup properly I ask to eat but they have not wakeup up they sleep only why what happened how to do next or how many days it can happened to recover

Male | 50

It is usual to have the side effects of tiredness and drowsiness after use of such drugs. But if they are unable to come to life properly, it may be an indicator that the dosage of the medication needs to be modified. The first few days may be hard for them but then they will start to improve and feel normal again. Make sure they get plenty of sleep and drink lots of water. If the symptoms continue or become more severe, get in touch with their doctor for further instructions.

Answered on 9th Sept '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

I am a 23 year old female who has been having headaches since I've given birth but still no changes of it going away even If I use painkillers. I'm alsohaving chest pain and throat pain for two weeks now, what should I do?

Female | 23

It is quite normal to experience headaches due to hormonal changes and lack of sleep after childbirth. However, headache shooting coupled with chest and throat pain should not be ignored. It is essential to eliminate the fear of serious conditions, such as postpartum preeclampsia or infections. You should go for a medical evaluation as soon as possible to find out the cause and the right treatment.

Answered on 3rd Sept '24

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

Dr. Gurneet Sawhney

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