Healthcare & Treatments

Does ipill delay periods? Yes if taken properly as prescribed periods delay due to ipill. The effectiveness of the i-pill decreases the longer you wait to take it and taking it within 48-72 hours is the most effective time frame.If your concerned do a pregnancy test around 2-3 weeks after the date of the last unprotected intercourse. This will give the most accurate result.

If your ECG is normal then the pain may be due to muscle strain, anxiety or acid reflux. If medicines are not giving permanent relief, then talk to a doctor again, they may suggest few tests to find the exact reason of pain.

It generally suggest to avoid traveling for at least one to two weeks after a miscarriage, especially if you had a surgical procedure or experienced complications. 

Weight loss is influenced by genetics, hormones, and lifestyle habits. In your case, chronic constipation could be contributing to your difficulty in losing weight. Consult with a bariatic surgeon or gastroenterologist, to address your constipation and for weight loss.

Nipple discharge is caused by hormonal imbalances or medication side effects. While its not necessarily an indicator of pregnancy. And if you are taking contraceptive pills regularly and as directed, it's less likely that you are pregnant. Check with a gynecologist to confirm.

If you had active outbreak there are chances that the virus can be transmitted even if the blister was not fully developed. Avoid intercourse during outbreaks to reduce the risk of transmission. Communicate with your gynec about how to manage your outbreaks and reduce the risk of transmission to your partner.

Mostly post-infectious irritable bowel syndrome after having food poisoning causes abdominal pain and discomfort, as well as changes in bowel movements. Talk to your doctor and get proper treatment.

The pain you are experiencing is because of pneumonia. Follow up with your doctor to evaluate and ensure that the pneumonia has been fully treated. Your pulmonologist may perform additional tests or imaging to know the cause of your pain and provide appropriate treatment.

Lower back pain can be caused by muscle strain, poor posture or a sprain. See a neurologist or a physical therapist for proper treatment. Avoid activities that aggravate pain, do gentle exercises or stretches.

Sometimes women do have irregular periods because of stress, hormonal imbalances, changes in weight, thyroid disorders, etc. It's important to consult a gynecologist to identify the cause of your irregular bleeding.

I would advise you to consult with an orthopedic specialist or a physical therapist who can evaluate your current condition and provide you with a tailored treatment plan to regain your mobility and function.

It is not advisable to continue taking TB medication without consulting a doctor. COnsult a pulmonologist to take further treatment.

Mechanical valves are safe for most patients, even for those who are 65 years old but there are some risks. Patients with mechanical valves need to take blood thinning medication for the rest of their lives to prevent blood clots from forming on the valve, which can be a serious complication.

Based on the ultrasound results, it seems that you have gallstones in your gallbladder, which  is causing abdominal and back pain, nausea, and headache. And  endoscopy is not required to diagnose or treat gallstones. But in some cases, an endoscopic ultrasound is used to get a better view of the gallbladder and surrounding structures. I recommend consulting with a gastroenterologist or a surgeon for further evaluation and treatment options.