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I have a swollen cystic pimple under my eye. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have had what I assume is a cystic pimple under my eye for about a week now. The swelling has not reduced; it has only worsened. I have been careful not to touch it, only using Benzoyl peroxide gel and cold compresses. However, this morning, my eye is swollen as well. I must admit tha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your query and concerns and examined your picture (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Based on your descriptions, it appears that you have solitary or a few cystic acne. I suggest you use a combination of Clindamycin 1%, and Nicotina... Read Full »
How to treat TMJ problem that has made smiling and opening the jaw painful?
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from TMJ issues for a long time and I left untreated for a long time. Now my situation has got worse where I have difficulty in smiling. I am unable to open my jaw fully and I have extreme discomfort facially. I have consulted a dentist and he blamed my jaw clenching and i... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, by using a nightguard, you will get some relief. You can take some medication also. You can take tablet Flexon MR (Ibuprofen with Paracetamol and Chlorzoxazone) twice a day and tablet Neurobion forte (multivitamin) once a day. Do hot and cold fermentation along... Read Full »
Is it life-threatening to have blood on return during IM injection?
Query: Hello doctor, I injected Kenacort into the muscle and when I made the return there was some blood. I did not notice that and I finished the injection. Is there a danger to the life of the patient? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Usually, we do not inject when during the return there is blood. However, we often recommend the patient: Not to use the injected muscle or leg for a few days. Apply cold compresses locally to avoid edema or hematoma. Look for signs of... Read Full »
Will the red mark in my eye due to accidental injury remain forever?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old woman. Two days ago, I had an injury to my right eye, as my kid accidentally poked it. Today, my eye has turned red and painful; however, I can see clearly and have no changes in vision. Will this red mark in my eye remain forever? Also, will it affect my vision in a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There is mild inflammation in the eye that will resolve in a week. It does not remain for your entire life, nor will it affect your eyesight. I suggest you the treatment plan which includes cold compress for the affected eye. Eye drops Refr... Read Full »
What causes sharp pain near lower abdomen in a pregnant woman?
Query: Hello doctor, My wife is 31 years and she is in her sixth month of pregnancy. For past one week, she is feeling mild pain in her left thigh region near to lower abdomen. Yesterday, she experienced sporadically sharp pain especially while she got up from chair in office and difficulty while walking. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It may be ligament pain. So, she should avoid lifting weights and climbing stairs. For pain, she can apply Volini gel (Diclofenac) and take Paracetamol. But, if pain increases then better to see a doctor. Read Full »
What can be done for sunburn and swelling of legs and feet?
Query: Hello doctor, I have sunburns and my legs are swollen. What am I supposed to do now? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sunburns or solar burns can be treated as follows: Do cold compresses. Avoid going to hot areas. Do not wear synthetic clothing or very tight clothes. Wear loose-fitting cotton clothes. Dip your legs or feet in the warm saline water at night. Keep your leg elevat... Read Full »
What causes eye bags and how is it managed?
Query: Hello doctor, About six years ago, I was distraught and cried for several hours till I fell asleep. The next morning when I woke up, I had large eye bags. I had never had eyebags. I still have these bags to this day. I feel insecure about them, and I do not know what to do. Do I need to get surgery... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw the image attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), and there is slight swelling below the eyes and round cheeks. It might give you a cosmetic concern. There are etiologies which results in eyebags: allergies, eye disease, thyroid ... Read Full »
Will the bumps on the sole of my feet go away on their own?
Query: Hello doctor,I am suffering from foot bumps on the sole of the foot. Will they go on their own, or should I seek medical attention. I have attached the pictures of the bumps. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, you have been suffering from foot bumps. According to the pictures that are provided here (attachment removed to protect the patient's recovery), you are suffering from bumps on the sole of the foot that may... Read Full »
How to control my uric acid level?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 40 year old male. I have high uric acid for 20 years. Currently, I am taking Allopurinol 300 mg and Methylpred 4 mg. For the last 3 months, the uric acid level has been less than 5. I am confused why there are still some attacks? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you have been taking preventive gout medicine for a long time and have started to have flares for the first time in a while, call your doctor. He may talk to you about changing your dosage or your medicine. In addition to medication, these self-care tips may help... Read Full »