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Lifestyle Modification

Lifestyle modification involves the long-term alteration of eating and physical activities by adopting and maintaining new habits. It is used to treat various diseases including obesity, high blood pressure, heart problems, diabetes, etc.

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How can I manage my fatty liver?

Query: Hi doctor, I had diarrhea for about 20 days. After I got recovered, my doctor advised me to do an MRI of the abdomen. These were the results shown. There was a mild signal drop noted in the liver on the T2 fat sequence suggesting a fatty infiltration. My pancreatic head and uncinate appeared norma...  Read Full »


Dr. Datta Ram. U.

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have a fatty liver on MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). It is very common. Please say about the habits you have. Please mention your medical history. Please tell about your BMI (body mass index). Fatty liver can lead to liver damage and cirrhosis after a long period. ...  Read Full »

Please suggest lifestyle changes to manage bipolar disorder.

Query: Hello doctor,I am a 35-year-old male. I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and have been taking medications for it. I have been using Cariprazine for the past two years. Now, most of my symptoms have improved, and I am leading a normal life. Very occasional mood swings are the only remaining issue....  Read Full »


Dr. Vandana Andrews

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I am sorry to hear about your health concerns. I hope you find this information helpful. Bipolar disorder is a chronic condition that requires ongoing management and treatment. While medication, such as Carbamazepine, can be effective in managing symptoms of bipolar diso...  Read Full »

I have heavy bleeding on certain days, with no bleeding in between. Should I be concerned?

Query: Hi doctor, I am facing a few menstrual issues. It started around the early months of this year. I had a period in the last month that was heavier than normal. There was no bleeding or spotting on the second day. On the third day morning, I had heavy bleeding again. It ended up fading out normally. I...  Read Full »


Dr. Sanap Sneha Umrao

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case and understand your concern. As there are clots in the bleeding, it can be considered excessive bleeding. Hence you should rule out the cause before starting any treatment. I advise you the following tests. 1. USG (ultrasonography) pelv...  Read Full »

I have been experiencing irregular periods. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am diagnosed with PCOS. I took the medicines prescribed by my previous gynecologist for just ten months about two years ago. I have been taking Trust Pills, Athea Pills, and Marvelon Pills. I stopped continuing the medicines when my periods got regular because of the side effects. I mis...  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Menstrual irregularities in your case, could be due to hormonal imbalance caused by PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome). PCOS is an endocrinal d...  Read Full »

My health check-up revealed abnormal liver function. Why?

Query: Dear doctor, I am 47, 5 feet 6 inch, 171 lbs. I had gone through master health check up on the 29th. Found some abnormality in liver function. A:G ratio 1.83, SGPT/ALT 121, SGOT/AST 62, triglyceride 336, total cholesterol 195, TC/HDL 5.42. Please advise me suitable medicine/treatment.  Read Full »


Dr. Noushif. M

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The attached reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) show mild variation in liver enzymes. This looks like a fatty liver disease. To complete the evaluation, you need to get an ultrasound scan of the abdomen to assess the liver. Regarding approach, it ...  Read Full »

Why am I feeling weak with pain in legs and arms after having a ovarian cyst?

Query: Hi doctor, I am feeling weak. I am unable to do my daily works. I have pain in my arms and legs. Eight months back, I was detected with an extraordinary mass of 16 mm in my abdomen near my uterus and ovaries. I have done a CT scan and FNAC tests. I took medicines for two months. On my last ultras...  Read Full »


Dr. Thakre Mahendra Shivram

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You had an ovarian cyst. You have done FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) and taken some medications. Kindly provide detailed information on whether it was operated. I would like to know about the medications taken. Currently, you are havi...  Read Full »

How to manage kid's mental health amidst increased screen time?

Query: Hello doctor. My children's screen time has increased as a result of online schooling, and I am concerned about the influence on their mental health. Can you provide guidance on how excessive screen time may impact children's mental health, and are there particular tactics or guidelines to assist in...  Read Full »


Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Excessive screen time can have both short-term and long-term effects on children's mental well-being. Here are some potential impacts: Sleep disruption: Excessive screen time, especially before bedtime, can interfere...  Read Full »

I am suffering from hypertension and anxiety. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I am a patient of hypertension which is now well-controlled with medicines (average 110/70). Also, I am having anxiety or stress due to my health as I am having hypertension at this young age. My cholesterol levels are Total Cholesterol 205, LDL 129, and HDL 48. My physical activity lev...  Read Full »


Dr. Settipalli Saravan Pramod

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you are on regular medication for hypertension, I just want to clarify when you were diagnosed and since when are you taking the medications. Also, please specify the name of the medication and its dosage. Hypertension at this early age is not so common unless th...  Read Full »

I have chest pain due to year-long gastritis. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29 year old, who is 1.83 m tall and weigh about 70 kg. My health problems started two years back, when I had a lot of stomach pains, though they went away quickly once I had a filling meal. After an endoscopy, the doctor observed a large axial hernia as well as moderately pronou...  Read Full »


Dr. Satpute Ganeshkumar Suresh

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are having gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). You have undergone Nissen fundoplication, as such hiatus hernia and related diseases take a long time to recover and you need to maintain your lifestyle and food habits for a lifetime. I suggest you try doing the ...  Read Full »

I have non-specific foci in my MRI reports. Please review.

Query: Hi doctor, I am 50 years old. I had an magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of my brain. The reason for MRI was tinnitus. I received my report. There are white matter foci of increased T2 intensity. It is related to a microvascular ischemic disease. I also had an MRI before five years. I did MRI because...  Read Full »


Dr. Aida Abaz Quka

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. These MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) findings do not indicate any serious medical condition (attachment removed to protect patient identity). They could be related to small vessels with chronic changes, arterial hypertension or a migraine. Th...  Read Full »

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