Medical Advice on "Pediatrics"

How can a lactating mother increase her breast milk supply?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Congratulations on your new baby boy! It is common for new mothers to experience challenges with breastfeeding, such as an inverted nipple or low milk supply. It is importa...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

How to treat plantar fasciitis on the feet?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It sounds like you are experiencing a lot of pain and discomfort due to your sedentary lifestyle and sudden increase in walking. Plantar fasciitis can certainly cause pain in the feet, and it...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

My son is suffering from hearing loss due to encephalitis. Is there any alternate for cochlear implant?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.Surviving encephalitis is like getting another life, given its drastic complications. But the risk of developing long term complications often creates problems. Hearing loss occurs in approximately 2-4% following brain i...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Nagasirisha Naredla

My 1-year-old son still passes stools several times a day, even after stopping milk. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your son is having toddler's diarrhea. It is a normal phenomenon that occurs in small children of this age group. As all the tests are normal, there is nothing to be worried about it. Diarrhea will settle down soon irres...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

How long does it take for the fever medication to wear off?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please check temperature with a thermometer. If the temperature is 100 degrees Fahrenheit or more, you can give drops Crocin (100 mg/ml) (dose as per weight of the child four to six hourly. If...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

My 2.5 year old gets upset when people talk around him since two days. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per history, there is something wrong with this hearing. Your child can have some congestions and it can cause impaired or oversensitive hearing due to glue ear. Decongestants like Cetirizine can help him. Your child ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

My son has swelling on face. Is that due to teething or allergy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Swelling of upper lip, puffiness of cheeks and sudden onset of fever suggest more like an allergic reaction (angioedema). I will be glad if I have the following information. Have you noted any breathing diffi...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Vijaykumar Mundeshi

How to manage a baby who has a runny nose and coughing frequently?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. I suggest a few tips to help your baby breathe more easily. 1. Keep your baby's nose clear. Use a bulb syringe or suction device to remove any mucus from your baby'...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Veerabhadrudu Kuncham

Is it normal for a child to have increased thirst and urination?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The urine report uploaded seems to be absolutely normal (attachment removed to protect patient identity). And as suggested by the case history, he was never diagnosed with any chronic illness. Blood sugar and BP were ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Amit Kumar Modi

Can a 2-month-old baby have difficulty in passing stools due to infant dyschezia or Hirschsprung syndrome?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Normally, children do not pass stools every day like adults. The first and foremost thing is to rule out hypothyroidism which is the commonest cause. Hence, I suggest you check his thyroid profile. Next, I suggest you b...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Sajeev Kumar