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I want to know about malaria virus and phlebovirus.
Query: Hello doctor,I want to solve a doubt. We are getting a lot of malaria cases around our area. And we read something about a phlebovirus. We want to understand if the malaria virus is more harmful than the phlebovirus. Which causes more serious cases, and what can be done to not catch any of the two v... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Actually, malaria is very common, while phlebovirus is not really common. So we can say that malaria is more likely to be spread in common areas where water is stored in large amounts such as ponds, rivers, and all. While phlebovirus is not r... Read Full »
I got a handjob at a massage parlor and now I am anxious about contracting STI. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Last week I went to a massage parlor and ended up with a hand job. Now I have anxiety about getting STI(Sexually transmitted Infection). I checked her hand there was no visible blood or cuts. She was fully clothed and her hand was covered with oil as she was massaging my body for more ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The chances of transmission of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) by massage or handjob are nil unless there are bleeding wounds. You have not noticed it so the chances of HIV are nil. There are some STDs (sexually tra... Read Full »
How to treat my son presenting with frequent infections after pyeloplasty?
Query: Hi doctor,My 11 months old child gets frequent infections after pyeloplasty. Please see the attachment and suggest us. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the query. It is not uncommon to have infections after surgery and a urinary stent is placed inside. I would like to know whether it is removed or it is still inside. From your description, it appears that the stent is not removed. If the stent is st... Read Full »
Why does the sight of blood worry me?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23 year old man. I am working in a hospital cafeteria. When I was washing a cart for coffee, I saw a red spot. I freaked and I became worried. It was blood and I have a few cuts on my hand. I did not wear gloves. Now any time I see red color I have phobia. I am worried whether I w... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to iCliniq.com. Do not worry. All red spots are not blood. If so handle with care. Do not touch directly if you have open wound. Just dried wounds or cracks in hands will not transmit disease. Just keep a watch. If you develop any fever or other symptoms, then do inform me. Take care. Read Full »
How can I prevent getting infected with the new Coronavirus?
Query: Hello doctor,I am an educator who will be returning to work for in-person classes. We have been quarantined for three months, not willing to risk it, so going back is scary for us. My question is, what sort of routine would be best when getting home from being exposed to more than 500 people to prot... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry, and try following the suggestions written below. 1. At the office- Wear masks (N95 /3 PLY) at all times. Wash hands with soap and water every 1-2 hours. Sanitize (70% Isopropyl alcohol or 90% ethyl alcohol containing sanitizer) every seat, t... Read Full »