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My father aged 78 years is stroke patient for last 5 years. Presently he is on catheter(Urology). Presently i feel because of this catheter he has contracted infection. I am giving him CIPLOX-500 MG for past one day. I hope the infection subsides.If any other medicine(available in India) or care i can take so that he does not get infection.

Indwelling catheter is a risk factor for UTI. But better to get urine culture and sensitivity before starting on antibiotics. As you had already started on antibiotics continue it for a total duration of 7 days, repeat urine for pus cells & if it is decreased then it is fine. otherwise need to check cultures 48 hours after stopping antibiotics ...

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I suffered sudden numbness in the left side of the body after i woke up on may 26 2016, doctors said acute stroke after mri and I am taking medicine regularly but my problem of left hand heavyness combined with left side below ribs heavyness/fullness continues... please suggest what to do next I have seen four doctors till now 2 neuro doctors, 1 internal medicine and 1 diebitology. Presently taking ecosprin, telsar, levipil, amlodac, gabapin,

Dear jalebi, stroke causes neurological damage and it is not possible to achieve100% recovery. Because the cells of centran nervous system do not regenerate. But with proper medication and physiotherapy, you will improve day by day. I hope your treatment is in right track. Continue following the advice of a neurologist. Thanks ...

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Last week father have a stroke.his right arm dnt work.he dnt speak properly.he sleep everytime . is it normal ?

Dear surajit, Stroke is a major neurological damage. The outcome depends on extent of the damage. The symptoms you described is common. It may not recover properly, but we should hope for the best. Thanks ...

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