Medical Advice on "Internal Medicine"

How to solve my son's bowel control problem?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would suggest not giving him the diagnosis of developmental coordination disorder. He may have an inability to hold his stool due to defects in nerve innervation to the rectal sphincter. Did you ever consider taking h...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

I have a constant pain in the lower back and kidney area. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most of the times the dull pain is benign and not a matter of worry. You also had a test to rule out any serious issues. I guess you do not have a fever, burning urination, etc. The next possibility is of spondylosis of l...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode

What could be the reason for my dizziness and increased blood pressure?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The symptoms you are experiencing are side effects of your medications. Hypertension is a common side effect of Venlor (Venlafaxine), while dizziness, feeling sleepy, unable to focus, nausea and excessive sweating are all...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Salah Saad Shoman

Could you advise on my tiredness, weakness and faint feeling following viral infection?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Two points are very important here. They are abnormal heart rhythm and tiredness. Which type of abnormal heart rhythm are they trying to treat with Propranolol? It seems like you have supraventricular tachycardia a...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Is there any correlation between my blood report and hair loss?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do you have normal DHT (dihydrotestosterone) and estrogen levels? I am asking this since you have elevated SBG (sex hormone-binding globulin). You can have hair loss with excess DHT or estrogen. Revert with the details...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sadaf Mustafa

Why do I have radiating shoulder pain after a week of laparoscopic gallbladder surgery?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have done laparoscopic gall bladder surgery with ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography) with or without stenting. It clears all the stones in the duct. It has a low complication rate. But complicat...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Lalit Bansal

What routine would be best to prevent getting infected with the new Coronavirus?

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%...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. S D Sinha

Are cold compressions better for plantar fasciitis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, you have been suffering from foot bumps. According to the pictures that are provided here (attachment removed to protect the patient's recovery), you are suf...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Zubayeralam

Why is that I always have a feeling that something is there while I urinate?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for the query. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, you have been suffering from urinary tract infection-like symptoms for months. You have already taken Cefixime, Azithromycin, Amoxicillin,...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Zubayeralam

I have muscle spasms in my cheeks due to Paroxetine. How long will it last?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As your spasms persist for a long time, I suggest you consult a psychiatrist for an alternative option. If you do not want to change Paroxetine, you can try taking calcium supplements for a few months as sometimes spasms...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Rishav Bansal