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Rectal Prolapse Causes, Signs & Symptoms | Treatment

What is rectal prolapse?

Rectal prolapse is a condition in which the walls of the rectum protrude through the anus and are visible outside the body. Rectal prolapse is commonly seen in elderly people and is rare among children.

What are the signs and symptoms of rectal prolapse?

There is a sensation as if something is protruding out from the anus

Bleeding or mucus discharge from the protruding tissue may be present

Pain during bowel movements, and discomfort

Involuntary bowel movements

The feeling as if bowels are not completely evacuated

Itching, irritation, and pain in the anal region

Sensation to push back the rectum inside

What are the causes of rectal prolapse?

The ligaments and muscles of the rectum become weak which result in rectal prolapse

History of chronic constipation is the major cause of rectal prolapse

Straining during defecation

Increasing age

Malnutrition

Sphincter paralysis

Congenital bowel disorders like Neuronal Intestinal Dysplasia and Hirschsprung’s Disease

A whooping cough

Pregnancy

Stress of childbirth

History of previous surgery

Spinal injury or back injury

Cystic fibrosis

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

Irritable bowel syndrome(IBS)

Hemorrhoids

Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy

What are the types of rectal prolapse?

There are 3 main types of rectal prolapse; Partial, complete and internal prolapse.

— Partial prolapse

In the case of partial rectal prolapse, the lining of the rectum protrudes out of the anus. It mainly occurs after straining during a bowel movement.

— Complete prolapse

In case of complete prolapse, the entire wall of the rectum protrudes out of the anus. Initially, it may occur during bowel movements.

Complete prolapse over time may occur while standing or walking.

— Internal prolapse

In internal prolapse, a part of the large intestine or rectum may slide over another part of the rectum, this condition is called intussusception.

In this case, the rectum does not protrude out of the anus.

How to investigate the rectal prolapse?

History of the patient & family history

Physical examination

Sigmoidoscopy

Barium enema

Colonoscopy

What is the differential diagnosis of rectal prolapse? How to treat rectal prolapse?

If the patient is suffering from constipation, the stool softeners are used to reduce the pain and straining during the bowel movement.

In severe cases, surgery is required.

How to manage the case of rectal prolapse?

Avoid constipation

Avoid straining during bowel movement

Kegel exercises

Diet should include high fiber content to avoid straining during defecation

Drink plenty of water

Can homeopathy help in this case?

Yes, homeopathy can help in this case. It depends upon person to person. Some of the homeopathic medicines which can help in rectal prolapse are:

What are the complications of rectal prolapse?

Infection

Bleeding

Fissure

Intestinal injury

Bladder and sexual function alterations

Constipation

Outlet obstruction

Originally published at https://www.drthindhomeopathy.com on November 9, 2020.

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COVID and CBC | Dr. Thind’s Homeopathy

What is CBC? What is the relation between COVID and CBC? Why is the test done? Everything around this, that you should know, in this post and of course our doctors always there to help you.

What is CBC?

The complete blood count (CBC) is a group of tests that evaluate the cells that circulate in the blood which includes red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), and platelets (PLTs). The CBC can evaluate the overall health of a person and detect a variety of diseases and conditions, such as infections, anemia, and leukemia, etc. The Blood cells are produced and then, they mature in the bone marrow primarily and under normal circumstances are released into the bloodstream as required.

What is the function of RBC’s, WBC’s, and Platelets?

The three types of cells that can be evaluated by the CBC include:

1) RED BLOOD CELLS: Red blood cells are also known as erythrocytes, are produced in the bone marrow and then released into the bloodstream when they mature. They contain hemoglobin. Hemoglobin is a protein that transports oxygen throughout the body. Many conditions can affect RBCs, such an example is Anemia which results from low red blood cell counts and low hemoglobin. Other diseases can also lead to anemia, so additional tests are often required to determine the cause.

2)WHITE BLOOD CELLS: White blood cells are also known as leukocytes. These are the cells that exist in the blood, the lymphatic system, and tissues and are an important part of the body’s natural defense (immune) system. These cells help in protecting against infections and also have a role in inflammation and allergic reactions. There are five different types of WBCs and each type has a different function. They include neutrophils, lymphocytes, basophils, eosinophils, and monocytes.

3)PLATELETS: Platelets are also known as thrombocytes. Platelets are the tiny cell fragments that circulate in the blood and are essential for normal blood clotting. When there is an injury and the bleeding begins, platelets help to stop the bleeding by adhering to the injury site and clumping together to form a temporary plug. They also release chemical signals that attract and help to promote the clumping of additional platelets and eventually become part of a stable blood clot at the site of the injury that remains in place until the injury heals. Therefore, platelets help to prevent the body from bleeding and bruising easily. This test is usually performed to check for a blood infection.

Which tests are included in a Complete blood count test?

A standard CBC includes: 1)Red blood cell (RBC) tests: Red blood cell tests further include: a) Red blood cell (RBC) count b)Hemoglobin c)Hematocrit measures the percentage of your total blood volume that consists of red blood cells. d)Red blood cell indices also provide information on the physical features of the RBCs: * Mean corpuscular volume (MCV) is a calculated measurement of the average size of the red blood cells. * Mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH) is a calculated measurement of the average amount of hemoglobin inside the red blood cells. * Mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC) is a calculated measurement of the average concentration of hemoglobin inside the red blood cells.

2) White blood cell (WBC) tests: White blood cell tests further include: a)White blood cell (WBC) count b) White blood cell differential: The WBC differential identifies and counts the number of the five types of white blood cells present, that are-neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils.

3) Platelet tests: Platelet tests further include: a) Platelet count b) Mean platelet volume (MPV) may be reported with a CBC. MPV is a calculated measurement of the average size of platelets.

How does Covid 19 affect the Complete blood count?

COVID-19 is a systemic infection with a significant impact on the hematopoietic system and hemostasis. Hematopoietic changes show decreased hemoglobin levels. The mean corpuscular volume (MCV) was also lower in adult COVID-19 patients and the mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC) was significantly higher in COVID-19 patients as compared to healthy individuals. This is most likely due to a decrease in hemoglobin levels. White blood cell numbers seem to be normal or decreased in COVID-19 patients and to increase with disease progression with some severe cases having leukocytosis. The neutrophil-lymphocyte-ratio (NLR) seems to be increased in patients with severe COVID-19. Lymphopenia may be considered as a cardinal laboratory finding, with prognostic potential. The platelet-lymphocyte-ratio (PLR) has also been considered as a parameter that indicates the severity of the infection. Platelets are normal or decreased in non-severe patients and significantly decreased in severe patients. Blood hypercoagulability is seen as common among hospitalized COVID-19 patients. In conclusion, hemocytometric changes, especially the presence of lymphopenia and increased neutrophil-lymphocyte-ratio, in patients infected with the SARS-CoV-2 virus may help in diagnosing and predicting disease progression of COVID-19.

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Baker Cyst or Popliteal Cyst Treatment

What is baker cyst?

A baker cyst is a swelling caused by fluid from the knee joint protruding to the back of the knee.

The back of the knee is also called the popliteal area. Therefore, baker cyst is also known as Popliteal cyst. It happens when the excess of knee joint fluid is compressed by the weight of the body between the bones of the knee joint, which get trapped and separate from the joint to form the fluid-filled sac called a cyst. They may be soft and having minimal tenderness.

What are the symptoms of Baker’s cyst?

Knee pain

Tightness/stiffness behind the knee

Inability to flex or extend the knee

Swelling behind the knee.

What are the causes of Baker’s cyst?

The excess joint fluid (synovial fluid) bulges to the back of the knee to form Baker’s cyst.

The most common type of arthritis associated with the popliteal cyst is osteoarthritis & also called degenerative arthritis.

It can occur in children with juvenile arthritis of the knees.

It can also result from cartilage tears (torn meniscus), rheumatoid arthritis, and other knee problems.

What happens if Baker’s cyst goes untreated?

Baker’s cyst isn’t usually dangerous but if left untreated occasionally they burst, and if that happens, synovial fluid can leak into the calf below, causing pain, swelling, and redness.

Can a Baker’s cyst cause nerve pain?

Yes, baker’s cyst can cause neuralgia due to compression of the tibial nerve and at times peroneal nerve can also be involved.

Can you exercise with Baker’s cyst?

Yes, exercise helps in decreasing the symptoms as it strengthens the muscles around the knees.

How to detect baker cyst?

Baker cysts can be diagnosed by:

Physical examination

Ultrasound

MRI scan

Arthrogram – Injection of contrast dye into the knee

What is the treatment for Baker’s cyst?

Baker cyst may resolve with the aspiration of excess knee fluid.

When cartilage tears or other internal knee problems are associated, physical therapy like hot and cold fomentation can be given

Homeopathic remedies can help in reducing the pain and early recovery of baker’s cyst.

What is the homeopathic treatment for baker cyst?

Benzoic acid

Calcarea Flour

Iodum

Silicea

Mercurius Solubis

What are the complications of baker cyst?

Rupture of the cyst, leading to swelling in the ankle due to leakage of synovial fluid

Infection

Complications of baker’s cyst occur after surgical interventions.

As during surgery cyst excision during there can be damage to nerve or blood vessel

Postoperative knee cyst excision includes infection, hematoma formation, and recurrence of the cyst.

This article was originally published on www.drthindhomeopathy.com