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Kindly advise on how to treat dry, red, and itchy skin on my head.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the query. It may be due to irritation, allergies, or fungal infections. Maintaining hygiene is essential. Do not use harsh soaps or shampoo, or dyes. Take antihistamines like Cetirizine if you feel too i...  View thread

Why does my 5-year-old girl's poop appear like small hard balls?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please give the child Muout powder (Polyethylene Glycol) (2 scoops) in 1 glass of water early morning on an empty stomach for 2 weeks, along with plenty of water throughout the day for 10 days. Reduce intake of bread...  View thread

What to do when children knock out their teeth?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In many cases, the fallen tooth can be fixed again. It depends upon how fast you reach your dentist or how you have preserved the tooth in the meanwhile. I would suggest you to put the tooth in milk till you reach your ...  View thread

What is an effective treatment option for osteoporosis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.I want to evaluate the condition before starting a treatment. Since oral analgesics did not improve the symptoms, admit your mother to a hospital, and ask the medical professional to provide intravenous analgesics. Then, tr...  View thread

Is bleeding normal after protected sex?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Menstrual irregularities could be due to hormonal imbalance caused by an I-pill. As your friend took the I-pill on time, there is almost no chance of pregnancy in her case. So she should wait for ...  View thread

Can dizziness and head heaviness occur due to ear problem?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sorry to hear about his problem. Yes, this condition is called benign paroxysmal postural vertigo (BPPV) when the giddiness comes on movements. This type of vertigo is common at an elderly age. When he stands, you should...  View thread

Can slight deviation in the right ulnar nerve cause muscle twitching?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern.A comprehensive clinical examination is critical because fasciculation would be a grave sign only when it is accompanied by weakness, atrophy, or clinical signs of upper motor neuron involve...  View thread

Can you suggest medications to reduce heavy bleeding?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.There are medicines available to decrease excessive bleeding during periods and postpone the periods. Eat iron tablets to increase blood flow (consult with a specialist doctor, talk with him or her and take the medicines wit...  View thread

Can you suggest if the red pimple on my scalp is a melanoma?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Please send a clear photograph of your skin lesion. Also, please do not scratch your scalp and wash your scalp two to three times a week. Thank you.  View thread

How to reduce the weight gained by depression medications and become active?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understood your concern about your obesity and depression. The obesity may be due to drugs you are taking now for depression that need to be reviewed by your doctor or myself. And also, you need to cut some snacks in bet...  View thread