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Why am I feeling nauseous despite a negative pregnancy test?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 27 year old female, who started taking birth control pills eight months back, but I only took it for a week and stopped taking them. In that same week, I had unprotected sex with my fiance, and I had my periods the next day. The next month I got my periods two weeks earlier, and I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I see two problems in your history. Let me tell you the reason and solution. Birth control pills come in a pack of 21 or 21 active plus seven dummy pills, or the single dose of an emergency contraceptive pill. Whichever you take, will suppress... Read Full »
I missed my periods and noticed a brown discharge. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I engaged in protected sex with my partner. My usual period date is the 17th of the month, but it was delayed. Additionally, I have not been eating well, and I am dealing with thyroid issues. The stress and depression from family problems have been causing sleepless nights with tears. I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.The brown discharge you experienced around the 45th day after your missed period could be due to the shedding of the uterine lining that occurs during menstruation. It is sometimes called "spotting" and can occur ... Read Full »
I am suffering from severe PCOS. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have been suffering from severe PCOS, without birth control pills, and I do not get my periods. I have been to all different gynecologists, doctors working with functional medicine, and even an acupuncturist but unfortunately, nothing helped. I hope you can help me get better and norm... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Metformin is a medication for polycystic ovarian syndrome, it will not make you gain weight. I firmly insist that you begin taking this medication today. Once your polycystic ovarian syndrome is treated and under control, it will somewha... Read Full »
Why did I not get my periods with negative pregnancy test?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 21 year old married woman. I did not get my periods for the past three months. I took a pregnancy test and it came as negative. I have hypothyroidism. I am overweight 209 lbs and my height is 5'2". I also have PCOS. I am trying to conceive. Please suggest me some advice. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The solution to your problem is to control your weight and thyroid status. This will not only make your cycles regular, but will also help in correcting PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). Your BMI (body mass index) is 35.3, which falls in the category of morbid obesit... Read Full »
I have adenomyosis and polycystic ovaries. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have irregular periods with very heavy bleeding, clots, cramps, stabbing pains in my pelvic area with no pattern connecting to bleeding. Some days, I am so fatigue and cannot function. This started five years ago. I had constant bleeding following coil insertion. Then it was removed and... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The problem which you are facing is most likely due to the adenomyosis and polycystic ovaries. As you have not mentioned your age and the number of kids, it is really difficult to tell you the exact management. Because, management is totally age related and number of ki... Read Full »
With high prolactin levels, is pregnancy possible?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 31-year-old female. I have PCOS, high prolactin level, my TSH is 4.26 for which I am taking medicine and for prolactin and my AMH is 17. I got pregnant with twins when I was taking 100 mg of Clomid but there was no heartbeat by week 10. I had a few miscarriages two years ago a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I do not see any reason for you to worry or panic. I feel you will not only conceive but also have a healthy baby soon. Let me explain it why I feel so one by one. Nowadays, ladies think of having a baby after the age of 30s. Of course, the age above 35 years is co... Read Full »
Why do I struggle much to lose weight?
Query: Hi doctor, I could not lose weight no matter what I do. I have acne on my chin and cheeks, increased facial hair and my hips, thighs and stomach will not lean out both with exercise and diet. I was told to take Nature-Thyroid for low T3, but felt like my throat swollen up when I take it. It would ma... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, I want to assure you to take a deep breath and remain calm. To better understand your situation, could you please provide some important details? Have you been diagnosed with PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), as it could be a factor contributing to hormonal... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female and have had irregular periods since I was 15. But they have been regular for the past year. I have done an ultrasound for PCOS multiple times on the recommendation of my doctor but found no signs of PCOS. I had my last period two months ago. I had protected ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to Icliniq.com. I understand your concern. At times, pregnancy kits can show false results. However, according to your dates, there is very less possibility of pregnancy. I suggest you repeat the urine pregnancy test with a morning sample. If it is negative, you can induce your peri... Read Full »
I have PCOS, and my skin has become dry, itchy, and oily with cystic acne. What should I do?
Query: Hi doctor, I have PCOS, and I had moderate acne as a teenager. I am now 21 and lost a significant amount of weight at 18, which has helped control my hormones. However, I have just started eating well, drinking 2.5 liters of water daily, and exercising again after lowering my standards for about six... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. 1. It seems you have PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) and acne. Both are components of SAHA (seborrhoea, acne, hirsutism and alopecia) syndrome. 2. If abnormalities in hormones or PCOS occur, it needs to be treated ... Read Full »
I am suffering from PCOD despite taking medications. Why?
Query: Dear Doctor, I am a 29 year old female suffering from PCOD, taking medicines from past 1 year. But still it has not reduced. I was into Metformin and Folic acid. At the same time I have also taken medicines for conception (i.e, clomiphene). Follicar study has been conducted for four times and only ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Metformin is a very effective medicine in PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) treatment. It reduces weight, increases sensitivity to insulin and decreases androgen level. All these effects are helpful in the treatment of PCOD. But as you say it is not effective in your ... Read Full »