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Boiled Water

Boiled water is one of the best forms of safe drinking water. Boiling the water at high temperatures for more than 20 minutes will kill microorganisms like bacteria and viruses in the water. Boiling water is not better than filtered water since boiling water cannot remove contaminants such as dirt, heavy metals, and chlorine.

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I have frequent bowel movements and nausea. Can they be managed without taking medicines?

Query: Hi doctor, I have lived in a tropical country for a year. I have a parasitic infection in my intestines frequently. It is most probably giardiasis. The symptoms I have include yellowish stools, frequent bowel movement that is not too watery, and nausea. I am cautious with my food and water intake. I...  Read Full »


Dr. Ghulam Fareed

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your case history, I have a few important points to mention. Giardiasis is a common infection in tropical countries, and you were already treated for it. So not every loose stool is because of this, until and unless proven. T...  Read Full »

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