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Answered by Dr. Ankur Jindal

Which is the most effective laxative for my elderly mother?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Chronic constipation in old age is common. She also has diabetes, which may also contribute to a decrease in bowel movements. One should always rule out stool impaction in the large bowel in the elderly. My advice is to ask her to take plenty of water, small, frequent meals, a low-fat and plenty of fiber-rich diet.

August 5, 2025

Please suggest me a suitable therapy for lower back pain.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you are young and already have cirrhosis with portal hypertension, I need to know the etiology. Get tested for hepatitis B and C, autoimmune liver markers and probably a liver biopsy. Avoid added salt. Monitor carefully for abdominal distension and bleeding.

April 28, 2025

Are changes in bowel habits and varying stool consistency pointing towards IBS?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is a standard description of functional bowel syndrome, probably IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). But, there is no alarming symptoms are present like weight loss, lump or blood in stools. Parasites will not cause these symptoms. Continue taking psyllium husk as required and do not worry about stool consistency.

April 28, 2025

What liver problem do the attached reports show?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the attached reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It appears to be a large cystic liver lesion. It is possibly the remains of an amoebic liver abscess or hydatid cyst. I suggest getting an amoebic serology and hydatid serology.

April 23, 2025

Kindly guide us with the treatment for my mom's liver disease.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your mom's profile suggests very advanced stage of liver disease (attachment removed to protect patient identity). She has advanced cirrhosis of liver, which is complicated by the formation of portal hypertension and fluid abdomen. The presence of kidney injury adds to the poor prognosis. Liver is a source of albumin and is an important excretor of toxins like bilirubin.

April 21, 2025

How to treat excessive flatulence and growling stomach?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms typical of irritable bowel syndrome. Small frequent meals, low carb diet, plenty of fluids and water can help. I suggest to take tablet lomotil if required.

February 9, 2024

What are the methods to treat fatty inflammation?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not be alarmed; fatty liver disease may have a number of reasons, including obesity, the metabolic syndrome, or drugs. Obtain a fibroscan and a SGPT (serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase) to learn your level of non-invasive liver fibrosis. Take 400 mg of capsule Evion (vitamin E) once daily. I hope this helps.

December 19, 2023

What are the causes of upset stomach, noises, and loose motion on drinking milk?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Your symptoms suggest it can be functional dyspepsia or irritable bowel syndrome. I have these suggestions for you- 1. You must avoid eating spicy junk food and juices.

October 25, 2023

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