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Why am I anemic even after taking iron supplements?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a history of anemia. I have been taking iron supplements prescribed by my doctor for the past few months. After a while, I had an appointment, and my doctor said that I am still very anemic. A few years ago, I had an eating problem. I was overeating, but I did not gain weight. Is t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you are taking supplements regularly, it's important to consider whether you truly have iron deficiency anemia or if there might be ongoing blood loss, such as through menstruation or in your stools. The first step should be to undergo a peripheral smear test and seru... Read Full »
My son frequently vomits and complains of stomach pain. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, My son is 3 years old. His weight is 33 lbs. He frequently throws up like once in two days or more. He often complains of a tummy ache and asks for water. Sometimes, water helps but at times it does not and he vomits after that. He is active and fine otherwise. Also, while traveling, say ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sometimes, overeating can cause episodes of vomiting like once in two days. Or it can be just some indigestion with food. Try noticing what food he develops reactions like that to. And, most likely he has motion sickness. Most kids have such symptoms on traveling lon... Read Full »
Why do I have the feeling of masturbating after overeating or defecating?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23-year-old male. I feel aroused or have a strong urge to masturbate whenever I overeat or have to defecate after overeating. However, this feeling goes away immediately after defecation, as if physical pressure was lifted. I am worried it is a prostate problem, and I have noticed ... Read Full »
Dr. Samer Sameer Juma Ali Altawil
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Erection and sexual desire are normal, and it differs from person to person. Some people have more desire than others, and that is also normal. The prostate gland enlarges in all people of age 50 years and above. Follow-up with uroflowmetry an... Read Full »