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I am fearful of rejections. Please help me stay confident.
Query: Hello doctor, I am very less socially active, a nervous beginner in conversations, and fearful of rejections. I have never achieved what I am capable of even being highly talented. I am not sure about my aim in life. All I want is to have control over my nerves and be self-confident in life no matte... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You may have cluster C personality. First, learn to talk with yourself. Talk with yourself by looking into the mirror. Make eye contact with your eye in a mirror then start a conversation with friends by making eye to eye contact. Start with just a smile for a few da... Read Full »
I am a teenager and I feel my parents hate me. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female. I always have this moment where I am complained and scolded. This always happens with my parents and I always feel bad and it always makes me think "Do they hate me? Am I not good enough for them? Am I a maid for them? " I also always cry alone in my room hop... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your parents need family therapy from a psychologist. If you cannot do this then accept it. If you cannot change the situation then change yourself. You can make good friends, develop good hobbies like painting, reading books, learn music and dance, learn new languages... Read Full »
What are my chances of lung cancer due to smoking for three years?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 17 years old and turning 16 this month. I have been smoking marijuana and cigarettes for nearly three years or maybe less. I have been feeling pressure or a bubble like feeling in my left lung. I have really bad anxiety when it comes to thinking that I have cancer. It paranoids me. I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Lung cancer at your age is uncommon, especially considering that a duration of three years is not typically sufficient to lead to cancer, as prolonged exposure over decades is usually linked to such risks. Moreover, given that you've already undergone investigations t... Read Full »
I am scared of exam failure. How to tackle it?
Query: Hello doctor, I failed around five times in CA final exam. My next exam is in a month time. I have not studied yet because I am so much depressed and demotivated. I am scared of failing this time also. My future is dark. Mentally, I am very much stressed which leads to the symptoms of high blood pre... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Success and failure are part of life, but we should keep trying. When we are down only way is up. I know it is easier said than done but you have to keep trying, and persistence is the only key to success. Here are a few steps that can help you. Do meditation daily f... Read Full »
Even after taking Lamictal, I have depression. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from type 2 bipolar disorder. 10 years ago, I was diagnosed and treated for depression alone. I am a 42 year old female. I got married and have two kids. I stop the medication for five years and then I started to take it for the last one year. I am taking Lamictal 200 mg ev... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If Lamictal (Lamotrigine) is not helping much, then you can discuss with your treating doctor regarding either substituting it or adding another medicine for bipolar disorder. Certain non-pharmacological methods that will assist are as follows. Follow a flexible rout... Read Full »
What can be the cause of my digestive symptoms?
Query: Hello doctor, Before two years, I started experiencing a feeling that I need to vomit. It would stay constant. I never did vomit as a result of that, but it stayed for approximately 8 months. I could not sleep or eat well, because of that feel. Accompanied with that feeling was extreme constipation.... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems that your issue is more indicative of a gastrointestinal motility disorder rather than a specific disease. Intestinal motility is influenced by factors such as diet, water intake, and psychological aspects. Continually focusing on the concern can exacerbate the ... Read Full »
What makes a person feel disturbed in life?
Query: Hi doctor, Before two years, I had cerebral anoxia related to cardiac arrest. After that, I forgot everything related to my profession. I am giving an exam and not being able to clear since two years. I am unable to concentrate and study. Though, I used to be a very good student. Most important is t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. What kind of anoxic spell was that? Please explain me in your follow up. Did your MRI or CT scan brain report mention something? You have repetitive fights with your wife, have work related stress, poor enthusiasm at work, stressful life, la... Read Full »
Can anxiety cause breathlessness?
Query: Hello doctor, Three years ago, on Christmas Eve, I was traveling to my sister's home about 45 minutes from my home. My grandmother gave me a peppermint and as I swallowed it felt as if a piece got stuck in my throat. I got a strong sensation that I could not breathe. When I reached my sister's home,... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have the following recommendations for you to improve your health. To begin, quit smoking immediately and adopt a healthy diet while focusing on weight loss. Start with a 10-minute physical exercise routine and gradually increase its intensity, such as simple walking. ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Could you provide me with a simplified explanation of how this condition affects my body and what steps I can take to keep my blood sugar levels stable throughout the day? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. If you have already been diagnosed with diabetes, it is mandatory to keep it under control at all times with the help of diet. Exercise and maintain an active lifestyle and medications prescribed by the treating doctor. Wa... Read Full »
Why do I have nausea, dizziness, and headache?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 25 year old married female. My weight is 66 kg and height is 161 cm. I am suffering from nausea, dizziness and light headache mainly around the eyes for nearly three weeks. I am a dentist. For the last one month, I am preparing for other exams. As I have a son of 2.5 years old, I u... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First and foremost, stop dieting right away. You cannot bear and do not need to combine all of this with your tough routine of job, studies, and family. Instead, focus on physical activity to maintain a healthy weight. Engage in cardio exercises, yoga, deep breathing, st... Read Full »