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Answered by Dr. Amit Dhamankar

Can ketamine help in treatment‑resistant depression?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Ketamine (a dissociative anesthetic) is used only in resistant cases where all other traditional antidepressants (medicines used to treat clinical depression or prevent it from recurring) have been ineffective. Ketamine has other side effects, like conscious sedation (a depressed level of consciousness during which a patient retains control over his protective reflexes and can respond to commands). Dissociative anesthesia is when a person might be awake and still be unresponsive.

July 21, 2025

Is type 1 diabetes hereditary or can it develop later?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for reaching out. I understand your concern, and I appreciate you taking the time to learn more about your uncle’s condition. Type 1 diabetes is generally considered an autoimmune condition that may have a genetic component. While it is more commonly diagnosed in children and adolescents, it can also develop in adults, a condition sometimes referred to as latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA).

June 13, 2025

How to resolve big pimples along the cheeks and chin?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! Lifestyle changes to be made include: 1. Including more salads and green leafy vegetables in the diet. It helps to modulate your gut activity and improves your glycemic profile (blood glucose test measures the glucose levels in the blood). 2.

March 24, 2025

Is type 1 diabetes hereditary?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Type 1 diabetes is usually hereditary. You can confirm the diagnosis with blood tests for anti-GAD antibodies, islet cell antibodies and zinc transporter antibodies. You can also confirm this by fasting insulin and c peptide levels in the blood.

November 5, 2024

Can a misaligned spine result in chronic headaches?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is very less likely that a misaligned lower spine will give you a headache. It usually offers problems in gait and your sensation below the hip. The reason for headaches must be different. Can you explain the character of your headache? Is it band-like or continuous dull ache or fluctuating? Is there any tearing of the eyes? Does it hurt at the back of the eyes? The headaches are commonly cluster headaches that most often happen due to continuous screen usage, disturbed sleep patterns, and stressful life.

October 21, 2024

Which diet plan is suitable for those with heart disease?

Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I can understand your concern. Myocardial infarction is a condition in which the blood supply to your heart is hampered by blockages in your blood vessels. There are many reasons for these blockages, such as stress, diabetes, a sedentary lifestyle, addiction to alcohol and tobacco, and fatty, oily meals. You can start gradual exercises like breathing exercises and warm-up exercises after one month of recovery. You should continue taking blood thinners and cholesterol-lowering tablets throughout your life to prevent any further damage to your heart.

September 4, 2024

Why is my WBC and neutrophil count low and liver enzymes high?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). From your history, I think the reason for your low WBC is stress and raised liver enzymes because of fatty liver, which is a benign condition. Moderately low WBC count is a common finding in people suffering from any stress like a viral infection, malaria, dengue, etc. which is transient.

August 26, 2024

Can irregular sleep cause high blood pressure?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query. I suggest you make certain lifestyle changes, including: 1. Include more salads and green leafy vegetables in the diet. This helps modulate gut activity and improves your glycemic profile.

August 21, 2024

Are there effective treatments for IBS?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Bloating and discomfort in the stomach can be due to many reasons. The most common is due to bacterial contamination due to unhealthy food habits. Following are some remedies to improve the symptoms.

August 16, 2024

Can diet and lifestyle help maintain gut health?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Bloating and discomfort in the stomach can be due to many reasons. The most common is bacterial contamination due to unhealthy food habits. Following are some remedies to improve the symptoms.

August 16, 2024

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