Medical Advice on "Endocrinology"

What is the cause of thin white stretch marks on the stomach, arms, legs, and thighs?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Actually, these stretch marks are due to rapid weight gain caused by PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome). It does not indicate Cushing’s syndrome. In Cushing’s syndrome u...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sugreev Singh

Are the effects of hypocalcemia permanent?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read the reports that you have attached (the attachments have been removed to protect the privacy of the patient). I am sorry for what you went through during your son's illness. Since your son was severely deficient ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

How to deal with low TSH levels during pregnancy?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do you have thyroid cancer? If yes, mention the type, stage, previous treatments, attach recent TG (thyroglobulin) or TG ab (thyroglobulin antibody), and USG (ultrasonogram results). How much do you weigh? What was your ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Thiyagarajan. T

What are the symptoms of menopause and how is it related to thyroid disorders?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry. It seems to be premenopausal symptoms. I would suggest 25 gms of cilantro leaves juice daily in the morning on an empty stomach. Do yoga and pranayama. Go for a walk. Avoid rice, non-vegetarian, oily, a...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Rajesh Jain

Despite medications, what can cause my TSH levels to increase?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Based on your information, the high dose of vitamin D3 you have been taking may cause your elevated TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) level. Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) can ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

Can Prolia injections lead to elevated levels of PTH?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Yes, Denosumab can increase parathyroid levels, especially if there is kidney impairment. That is also in the first few months of Denosumab treatment. May I know why you are taking Denosumab? Whe...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Zulfiqar Ahmed

Can Finasteride and zinc cure baldness without inducing side effects?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.Since you are self-medicating for hair loss, doing it with half-knowledge can be dangerous. Finasteride is used for the treatment of androgenic alopecia. Unfortuna...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

What are the implications of high levels of certain parameters in the thyroid test result?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We will pay close attention to your worries and address all your questions with utmost care. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned I will explain each one separately as follows: Thyroid peroxidase...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

What is the cause for low androstenedione and testosterone levels in women?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. I need further information regarding your physical health, whether you get menses regularly, the characteristics that define you as a female, and whether the...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

I have hypothyroidism after taking medicines for hyperthyroidism. What is going on?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned, it appears that you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. I would suggest that you have a wait and watch approach. I would recommend that you just keep checking your ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Shaikh Sadaf