Health Q&A - Medical Advice and Answers to Patient's Questions & Health Issues.

How to deal with constipation accompanied by severe pain in the abdomen?, Answered by Dr. Noushif M

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest trying tablet Gerbisa (Bisacodyl) two tablets at night. Apply Smuth anal cream (topical anesthetic) around the anal opening and partly to the anal canal without causing injury. Syrup Cremaffin plus ... View thread »

What is the best method to avoid pregnancy if I missed using a condom?, Answered by Dr. Sahana Rao

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. After unprotected sex, to avoid pregnancy, taking an emergency pill such as I-pill is the best method. I-pill 1.5 mg should be taken as early as possible after the act. It is an emergency contraceptive and is highly ... View thread »

I am getting erectile dysfunction as a side effect of Dutasteride. How to get out of this?, Answered by Dr. Parth Singh

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Drugs like Dutasteride acts by inhibition of conversion of testosterone to its more active and potent form of dihydrotestosterone. Thus the side effects may include loss of libido, erectile dysfunction, low mood, ... View thread »

What could be the reason for uneasiness and tiredness in a heart patient?, Answered by Dr. Muhammad M. Hanif Md.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your health query and can understand you are worried about your wife's cardiac issues and recent symptoms. She actually is having issues with one of the valves of the heart. It is named the ... View thread »

How can these peculiar-looking rashes be treated?, Answered by Dr. Kakkar S

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern. I request you to kindly upload a few images of the rashes so that I am able to guide you better. Also, let me know if she has any associated symptoms of itching, burning, or pain and ... View thread »

Is it safe to take a prematurely born six month old baby to a hill station during winter?, Answered by Dr. Sudeb Mukherjee

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no absolute contraindication to attend the wedding. A premature baby is more susceptible to infections (common cough and cold) as the immunity is low. At present, her weight is within the normal range ... View thread »

Why does my pathology report not include classification of my LCIS?, Answered by Dr. Parth R Goswami

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. LCIS (lobular carcinoma in situ) is not cancer in comparison to that of ductal carcinoma in situ. In LCIS, abnormal cells grow in lobules. It can be converted into invasive cancer in the future in some cases. LCIS ... View thread »

I developed itchy and dry skin after dyeing hair in salon. Can you have a look?, Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query and examined your given picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It seems you have developed allergic contact dermatitis to hair dye. Though you may not have had this on your ... View thread »

I am having my period for the second time this month. Is it normal?, Answered by Dr. Nazma Parveen

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Having periods more than once in a month can sometimes happen due to stress or other factors. But if it happens repeatedly, you may have to get yourself checked by a gynecologist. Meanwhile, if you are having heavy ... View thread »

What are the options for hepatoma other than chemotherapy?, Answered by Dr. Arshad Hussain Shah

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hepatoma can be benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous called HCC). If cancerous, there are many types. You have not attached any reports of your respected father. If the doctor is talking about chemotherapy, ... View thread »