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Answered by Dr. Aditi Dubey

Can I take Teprotumumab to manage thyroid eye disease?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Tepezza (Teprotumumab) targets and blocks IGF-1R (Insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor) and inhibits fibroblast activation via the IGF-1R or TSHR (thyroid stimulating hormone receptor complex) signaling complex. It is a monoclonal antibody and a new concept for treatment. If other modalities have failed, this can be a good option.

June 1, 2026

What are the indications for using Carpinol eye drops?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Please discontinue Pilocarpine 0.5 percent. Also, let me know what your right eye refraction is.

May 4, 2026

What are the causes, symptoms, and treatment of dry eyes?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I have read your query and understand your concern. Dry eye is a multifactorial condition that occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears or when the tear film becomes unstable. Environmental factors such as prolonged screen time, air conditioning, dust, and low humidity can contribute to dry eyes. Medical conditions such as thyroid disorders and autoimmune diseases like Sjögren syndrome can also increase the risk. Tear production and tear quality both play an important role in maintaining eye comfort.

April 30, 2026

Can a person with macular degeneration take Trazodone?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There is no direct link between Trazodone and macular degeneration, but some evidence suggests a potential increased risk of other eye conditions with Trazodone and other anticholinergic medications. Trazodone can cause blurred vision and has been linked to angle-closure glaucoma, which is an emergency. While one study suggests a link between some antidepressants, including Trazodone, and a reduced risk of macular degeneration, this finding needs more research, and the primary risk is associated with other conditions like glaucoma.

March 23, 2026

What could be done to resolve strabismus?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am here to provide an expert opinion on your medical issues. I understand your concern. Latent squint manifests only when the other eye is covered and then uncovered, just as you saw in the mirror. It manifests when the fusion is broken.

March 2, 2026

What is the treatment for a retinal tear after the injury?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Retinal detachment surgery is a vision-hampering surgery most of the time, and a pre-operative vision outcome is almost impossible. Your surgery is successful in retinal reattachment, but the vision is blurry. The reasons could be many like: Edema.

October 30, 2025

How can a 26-year-old woman manage her swollen eyes?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query and can understand your concern.It is an allergic eye condition. Ice fomentation is useful during attacks. For two months, use Bepotastin 1.

October 10, 2025

How to choose the best treatment for wet ARMD in a woman?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The thing is that wet ARMD (age-related macular degeneration) is only curable with these injections, and that, too not a one time. It is almost every two to three months for a period of average 18 to 24 months in most cases. So, you can opt for Avastin, the cheapest and effective, government injection.

June 6, 2025

Is stem cell treatment effective in improving vision?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Stem cell therapy is a new and experimental treatment still being tested. It is not guaranteed to work because we do not have enough documentation yet, especially for genetic disorders where a cure is not possible with current treatments. However, it is worth trying since it is unlikely to cause harm.

May 5, 2025

What are ways to limit myopia progression?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Myopia develops over time. Now that you have passed the growing age, the progression is complete. It generally ends around age 21 or 22.

April 25, 2025

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