Chris Shirlow

Q - Can Dexilant interfere with sleep?

A - Hello, Dexilent is a very effective medication to treat reflux. It is a proton pump inhibitor. It works by lowering the level of acid in the stomach. Dexilant can change the absorption of ...

Q - Can Sudafed affect urination?

A - Hi, Sudafed is epinephrine, used as a decongestive. It does not typically affect urination. Hope this helps....

Q - Is hypertension related changes seen in an ECG report a serious issue?

A - Hi, It's a sinus rhythm with left axis deviation, regular rhythm. Qrs is of rbbb pattern with corresponding St t changes. No other significant St t abnormalities seen. This is usually a a...

Q - What do I do after I accidentally swallowed the plastic cap to my nose spray along with my vitamins?

A - Hello, Such a small object will easily pass out of the intestines with the stools, please do not worry. You can observe your stools for the next 24 to 48 hours to see if you have passed it o...

Q - How serious are elevated SGOT, SGPT and GGT levels?

A - Hello, Your husband's labs show a mild elevation of SGOT and SGPT, with a more marked elevation of GGT. This pattern is suggestive of a disease process that affects the bile ducts that drain th...

Q - Can I actually lower high MCV?

A - Hello, Kindly let me know the value of MCV, MCHC, HB and other RBC parameters, folate and B12 levels in blood. MCV usually rises due to flow folate or B12 levels. Their supplementation can low...

Q - Why can I feel a lump in my left lower abdomen?

A - Hi, From the details you have provided, you seem to be having symptoms pertaining to Inguinal hernia. You may need to consult with a surgeon for proper examination in order to find the extent ...

Q - Suggest treatment for inexplicable weight gain and nerve pull

A - Hi, Your TSH level is borderline high and thyroid hormones levels were within limit. So for that no treatment is needed as your thyroid hormones are within range and TSH not much high. You ...

Q - What can I do about insomnia while on Diclofenac Potassium and Zolpidem Tartrate?

A - Hello, Well, if it's pain that's bothering you then you can safely take another 25mg (half of the dosage) of Diclofenac. However, please note Zolpidem should not be taken more than the pres...