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How can I lower my risk of hereditary breast cancer?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 35-year-old woman, and I am concerned about breast cancer. One of my aunts had breast cancer, and she suffered a lot. She is better now since she had stage 3 cancer, and the doctors said there are chances for the cancer to come again. Since then, I have been a little worried. Wha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Here are some ideas to address your fears about breast cancer. Risk and family history: It is reasonable that your aunt's experience with stage 3 breast cancer has made you more conscious of your vulnerability. Whil... Read Full »
I am concerned about my 6-year-old son's behavior. Can you help?
Query: Hello doctor,My 6-year-old son has been showing some behaviors that make me wonder if he might be on the autism spectrum. He struggles with social interactions, has repetitive behaviors, and is very fixated on routines. Been checking online and found these symptoms match with autism. No one in our i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) does have a genetic component. Research suggests that certain genetic factors may contribute to the development of ASD. If a child has a sibling with autism, the risk of the second child also having ASD i... Read Full »
Can I use Crysvita to cure X-linked hypophosphatemia in my child?
Query: Hello doctor, My two-year-old son has been diagnosed with X-linked hypophosphatemia, and we have been advised to start him on Crysvita injections. I am feeling very depressed and concerned about his condition. Can you explain to me how effective Crysvita injections typically are in treating this dis... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Crysvita (Burosumab) is a medication that is specifically designed to treat X-linked hypophosphatemia (XLH), a rare genetic disorder that affects the way the body processes phosphorus. In individuals with XLH, the body does not properly ab... Read Full »
A 52 year old male is unable to walk due to nerve damage. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, My uncle is 52 years old. He had an issue when he was in his young age. His nerve got pinched, and due to that incident, he was not able to walk properly. He has gone through so many tests recently. But we are not satisfied with the treatment. Please, clarify whom we should consult. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I reviewed all his tests (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and would explain that they indicate a possible genetic disorder that causes progressive paralysis. Unfortunately, there is no cure for these disorders as the brain cells, and spinal cord cells ... Read Full »
My father had a personality disorder. What are my chances of acquiring the same?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 26-year-old female doctor (intern). My dad was diagnosed with a personality disorder with sexual deviation years ago. But I have only recently found out about the exact diagnosis. He has emotionally (and to some minimal extent physically) abused my mother, siblings, and me. This ha... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have mentioned, your father has a personality disorder. Personality disorders have a genetic basis, and children in these patients may also develop personality traits. But it is not compulsory that you will develop a disorder. One more thing, you are 26 already, an... Read Full »
I am getting married to my cousin with different blood group. Will that affect new generations?
Query: Hello doctor,I want to ask about first cousin marriage with different blood groups and if there are any kind of issues for new generations. And is there any solution for this situation or any medical treatment before marriage? Kindly suggest.Thank you. Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. According to the history provided, you are getting married to your cousin, and therefore, before conception, you have to consult a nearby gynecologist for genetic counseling before producing a child. The gynecologis... Read Full »