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I have a white patch on inside part of foreskin. How to get it removed?
Query: Hi doctor, My age is 22. I have a white patch on the inner side of my foreskin. It does not itch or pain but look weird. I have not had any physical contact. So, it is not an STD. How can I get it removed? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I welcome you and want to assure you need not worry as everything is going to be fine if proper care and treatment are opted in for. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine health concerns. Read Full »
Can meningitis spread by sharing food and drinks?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a first year engineering student. I share my food with my friends at college every day. I had a stiff neck today. So I researched online and my search leads me to read about bacterial meningitis. I freaked out because I had never heard about meningitis. About its prevention, the a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post. Firstly, let me assure you that you do not have meningitis because people with meningitis cannot write as you do. It presents with a severe headache associated with vomiting and a very high-grade fever. The headache is so severe that some p... Read Full »
I suspect having parasites in my feces. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Do I have parasites in my feces? Please check the attached report. The small black pieces are cigarette ashes. Many thanks for your opinion and your advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the attachments (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have quite a heavy parasitic infestation. From the picture, it looks like Ascaris or hookworm. It is difficult to identify since it is not clear. I would advise you to consult a... Read Full »
My 13-year-old sister suffers from body odor issues. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My sister, 13 years old, is experiencing body odor issues, which is causing her distress and ridicule at school. She inquires with our parents about her scent, and they assure her it is fine. However, I have noticed she does not smell pleasant, even though it is not coming from her und... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I suggest getting an ultrasound of your lower abdomen and hormonal tests to check for PCOD (polycystic ovarian disease) and hormonal imbalances. Also, assess your vitamin B12 and D3 levels, as deficiencies in these vitami... Read Full »
I have an uncomfortable feeling with pain on one side of the vulva. Can I have vaginal pimple?
Query: Hi doctor,Yesterday I had a bit of pain and an uncomfortable feeling on one side of my vulva, but I ignored it as it was minor. Today the pain got stronger and I noticed a lump in the size of a pea. There is a small white point in the middle and so I guessed it as a vaginal pimple. Now it hurts a lo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I fully understand your concern and will surely help you. From your explanation, it appears to be a pimple. Please mention whether you have done shaving of the private area recently, or used any new underwear or washing soap. Kindly send a picture of it and it helps for... Read Full »
How to treat frequent loose stools in my ten-month-old son?
Query: Hi doctor, My 10 months old son gets loose motions very frequently from the last two months. He was also admitted one time. Again he is having loose motions. I am giving him Econorm sachet. Please suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Frequent diarrhea and infection do occur at this age, as babies put many things in their mouth, which leads to contamination and infection. Hence, you have to take utmost care regarding the hygiene.Secondly, if there is any bottle feeding, please stop it gradually, as thi... Read Full »
Are the blisters in the neck and buttock suggest a chlamydia infection?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 39-year-old male. I had a body to body massage with a girl before three years and I had a chlamydia infection. I had some blisters near my bladder and I took antibiotics Azithromycin 1 g, Cefixime 400 mg, and Doxycycline 100 mg twice a day for 14 days. I took these medicines under ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The boils in the buttocks or neck appear due to folliculitis. Avoid friction or irritation or applying pressure in these areas. Avoid trimming the hair too short. Clean the area gently with warm water. You can try using topical antibiotic creams like Fucidin (Fusidic ac... Read Full »
Recently, I notice a strong smell in my vaginal discharge. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, From my last period, I notice a strong smell along with a change in the color of my discharge. It seems to be abnormal. I have discharge almost every day between the periods. It occurs most often during ovulation. I am taking Nicaprin tablet twice daily as prescribed by the dermatologist... Read Full »
Dr. Manisha Raghunath Auradkar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. First of all, I would like to know few things. Please mention whether you have regular periods and the discharge is present during your periods or on other days. Please mention your last menstrual phase. There are different reasons for having ... Read Full »
I saw pinworms in my stool despite taking medication. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I recently observed pinworms in my stool. I consulted a physician and got medication prescribed for the same. But after finishing the course of medications, i saw live pinworms in my stool again in less than 24 hours. Please suggest me a treatment to get rid of the worms completely. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have mentioned that you have completed one course of medications for pinworms, but you are still observing pinworms in your feces, there is a possibility that you have a re-infection or the medication could not completely eliminate the infection. Taking precauti... Read Full »
How to get rid of body lice obtained from the hostel?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old male. I got infected by body lice in my hostel. Now, it is getting worse. Please suggest some treatment to get rid of it. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Body lice can be extremely distressing, and I suggest you follow these steps: Maintain personal hygiene by bathing with regular soap and water in all seasons. Avoid too much huddling and overcrowding with your hostel mates. Treatment must be taken simultaneously by ... Read Full »