Anil Jha M.D
Internist
2100 Dorchester Ave Dorchester MA, 02124About
Dr. Anil Jha is an internist practicing in LOWELL, MA. Dr. Jha specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Jha provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
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Can computer screens cause eye irritation?
Yes. It can do that. Working a lot on screen can dry your eye and that could be irritating. You should see a ophthalmologist. Also can try otc tear eye drop. Anil K Jha, M.D, FACP. Internal Medicine, READ MORE
Is it normal to get diarrhea on your period?
These are not common, may be two separate things. READ MORE
Cholesterol levels?
It can affect but depends which kind of cholesterol is increased. You recheck in 3 months again. READ MORE
How do I determine if one of my kidneys just failed?
Please see your PCP. You need some blood tests and ultrasound of your kidneys. READ MORE
Can I wipe my front too much?
I will recommend you to go to your doctor and get your urine checked. READ MORE
My stool color?
Some time that’s normal color for stool but if very light then you should get your liver function checked. READ MORE
My AST/ALT ratio?
I will not be worried about this ratio as everything is within normal limit. READ MORE
Using the restroom?
You should see a gastroenterologist for a colonoscopy. READ MORE
What helps broken ribs heal faster?
Incentive spirometer. You can get it from a pharmacy. Use as instructed. READ MORE
Dehydration?
I think you are right here. Diarrhea causes dehydration. READ MORE
I have very low sodium (125)?
I think you should go to ER or atleast call your doctor. This is a very low sodium. Could be due to dehydration in setting of uti and diverticulitis or die to water pill in your blood pressure tablets. You need to get tests to see how is your kidney function and also blood sugar level. READ MORE
Mixing sulfamethoxazole with alcohol?
You should not drink alcohol while taking this medication. This can causes a lot of side effects. Thanks. READ MORE
Should I go to urgent care for high blood pressure?
Depends how high your blood pressure is and if this is new; do you have a history of high blood pressure? If it is more than 160/90, you should see someone urgently, otherwise you can touch base with your pcp. READ MORE
Can shoulder nerve damage be repaired?
Hi, It depends timing, location, and extent of damage. You should get evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon. Thanks. READ MORE
How can I test myself for thyroid problems?
You get your TSH, Free T3 and T 4 checked. Thanks. READ MORE
Could the pain in my joints be gout?
It could be, if it's never happened before. You need to see a doctor and get the joint fluid checked and some blood work to get the diagnosis. Thanks. READ MORE
Can weight loss help me get rid of my diabetes?
Yes, if it is early diabetes, which we call pre-diabetes, weight loss sometimes helps to prevent going forward to frank diabetes. Also, it will help the medications work better. Thanks. READ MORE
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