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I am worried about my relationship with my mother-in-law. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, I am depressed and have relationship conflict. I am unable to understand my issues with mother-in-law over things that I could easily ignore and move on. I am over sensitive and tend to get heart breaks every while. I fight with my husband because of weird situations with my mother-in-law... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. These issues sometimes arouse in married life but can be solved amicably. You should sit with your mother-in-law and express your feelings and also listen to her concerns and try to chalk out a solution. Also, you should work on stress management. Some steps for stress... Read Full »
On bending down, I can hear my heartbeat only in the right ear. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 35 year old male. I can hear my heartbeat in my right ear when I bend towards my knee. In any other position like standing or lying down I do not hear this heartbeat sound. My hearing test is normal. Is it normal to hear this heartbeat sound when a person bends his head towards ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are here to help you. Most commonly such feeling of heartbeat known as palpitations is absolutely normal. However, this could be due to anxiety issues. I would recommend you to get your electrocardiogram (ECG) and thyroid profile done and write back to me with reports.... Read Full »
What is the cause of fatigue, night sweats, chills, and appetite changes?
Query: Hi doctor,My illness started with fatigue and joint pain and then progressed to whole-body pain. Every day I feel like I have the flu. I had consistent night sweats, day sweats, and chills, loss of appetite at times, nausea on and off, and terrible fatigue. It includes 12 CBCs with differentials, me... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cancer is practically ruled out by doing all the scans. However, I am intrigued by the fear of cancer. Do you have a family history of cancer? Regarding joint pain, I will suggest you use hydroxychloroquine if routine painkillers are not working. Consult your doctor, disc... Read Full »
I am dealing with depression, anxiety, and OCD. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from depression, anxiety, and OCD. I have tried triglycerides and SSRI, but they do not seem to work. I also have BP and diabetes. I am currently on cardiac medicines as I have undergone angioplasty twice. Please suggest me the treatment for depression. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are currently on SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor). Have you consulted a psychiatrist or your cardiologist regarding medicines for depression? Several medications are available for treating depression, but each drug takes on an average of two weeks to ... Read Full »
My erection is not enough for sexual satisfaction. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 29 years old. I am currently experiencing erectile dysfunction. My penis is not erecting like before, and I have an awkward sex experience with my partner. What do I need to do? Read Full »
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Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Erectile dysfunction has two main types one is psychogenic or organic. You are 29 years and unlikely to suffer from chronic diseases like diabetes or hypertension, and you are not on any long term medications. Therefore it is most probably the psychogenic type of erecti... Read Full »
I am having anxiety attacks. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 23-year-old female. I have been suffering from anxiety for a few months. I used to get anxiety attacks when I was a kid. But then it stopped. Now it has started again. I feel low and disheartened without any reason. I feel sad and start crying at the drop of a hat. I stay away from ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinion on your medical issues. I can understand your situation. You may have a major depressive disorder. There is non-pharmacological management for your depression. I suggest following the below guidelines to deal with it. 1. You should ... Read Full »
I am frustrated due to my increased screen time. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 34-year-old male currently working in a private company. I usually work with a laptop and phone after work. I do not feel like spending time with my kids. Whenever they come to play with me, I get irritated. I use my phone and other devices a lot at home. I tried a lot to avoid... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. Electronic gadgets are a basic need, but we get addicted to them. Using it more may lead to depression and isolate you from real life. You started spending more time on virtual sites like social media. You star... Read Full »
I have queries about maintaining mental well-being. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, As a 33-year-old woman, I am increasingly aware of the importance of proactive mental health care in our fast-paced lives. I have several queries about maintaining mental well-being. What are the primary factors contributing to overall mental health and well-being? How can I focus... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Follow the below instructions: Doing physical exercise for at least 45 minutes a day can significantly contribute to overall mental health. Exercise triggers the release of dopamine and endorphins, known as 'happy hormones,' which play a... Read Full »
I am suffering from anxiety and fear. Please advise.
Query: Dear Doctor, I am 32 years old and I weigh 80kg. I am married and I am working with a telecom company. I got married six months back and my problem is anxiety and fear. I am not able to drive because of fear. Headache, blurred vision, shortness of breath are my problems. Among them, fear is the ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the available description it appears to be Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) which is a kind of anxiety disorder that needs long term treatment. I would like to tell you that GAD is a kind of relapsing and remitting disorder and needs both medications as well as ... Read Full »
Can dull headaches be related to my thyroid problem?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been diagnosed with Hashimoto's five months ago. My anti-TPO and anti-TG were 115 and 33 respectively. My TSH was 1.5 and FT4 1.1, so normal function. Two months ago, I started having palpitations and tested my thyroid again. TSH was 0.0018 (suppressed), FT4 2.66 and FT3 7.8. I was... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have written a very detailed and engrossing history. Well done! The diagnosis of Graves' is usually made with a technetium scan of thyroid which I am not sure it was done or not. Regarding your dull ache of the head, is it present throughout the day or just morning... Read Full »