The manmade version of hormones (chemicals that are naturally made by the body) are called steroids or corticosteroids. These steroids work like hormones in reducing inflammation. Steroids are usually prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, gout, uveitis, psoriatic arthritis, and other autoimmune conditions.
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I felt fennel stuck in my throat. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I was chewing fennel and after a few minutes I felt that it has stuck in my throat (upper side), I am not sure if it was stuck or not, because I got a sore throat after that,so I thought it might be because of that. I went to the doctor (ENT) and he checked my throat and he did not find a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical issues. You are probably suffering from pharyngitis only. If fennel would have been there, the inflammation must be focal. You should take an antibiotic instead of steroids that are not required in a condition like... Read Full »
My skin is damaged due to prolonged steroid use. Please advise.
Query: Hello doctor,I am 32 years old, and I believe I have a severe case of steroid-damaged skin. I stopped using steroids some years ago; however, I still have severe hyperpigmentation, thin skin, and lines. I have tried various remedies, including chemical peels, moisturizers, cleansers, sunscreens, and... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.Steroids are double-edged swords. They should be used judiciously under the supervision of a doctor for a limited duration and specific conditions. Steroids are very commonly misused to enhance the appearance of t... Read Full »
I am suffering from acne. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,As a teenager with pimples, I am considering using a facial cleanser. Is it safe for me?Please advise.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Thank you for your query. Pimples are somewhat hormonal and often result from oily skin. Here are a few guidelines to follow:Avoid using hair oil and any sticky creams on your face.Avoid oily foods, chocolate, and milk products.Avoid dust and use sunscreen with SPF (sun ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, My mother-in-law has been prescribed Fasenra injection as she has asthma for a long time. Please advise on its usage or any specific considerations we should know while she takes this medication. She has been taking steroids for a long time. Can these both create some reaction? She stoppe... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Allergies can never be cured completely. The only solution is to get protected from allergies, and symptoms will not appear. Whenever you are in contact with allergies, there are chances you will have asthmatic symptoms, so the best way is to ... Read Full »
I have noticed little or no baby movements. Please help
Query: Hi doctor, I am 31 weeks and two days pregnant. I had an ultrasound at 20 weeks, and everything was normal. However, with time, I noticed there was little or no movement, and the baby's movement was more like a ball rolling in a difficult position. So, my doctor sent me for an ultrasound at the thir... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Let me put forth few facts about pregnancy and baby growth. The growth of the baby is progressive, but if it stops at some stage, that amount of growth cannot be regained. Some reason has been missed by the doctor during the pregnancy monitoring. There could be many cau... Read Full »
Do the raised white lines in my mouth indicate leukoplakia
Query: Hi doctor, I went to the ENT for a sore throat. He ended up saying I have leukoplakia. It is mainly in the gap where I am missing the tooth. He said it was in other areas around my lower gum but it pretty much wiped off of there. I then went to my dentist who said it was not leukoplakia. I then went... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I have seen the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It is not at all a type of leukoplakia as seen in the picture. But, if you are a smoker, then I would recommend you stop smoking. It seems to be just hyperkeratinization of the oral mucosa which ca... Read Full »
How to increase my platelet count?
Query: Hello doctor,I have an ITP problem when I was 3 years old due to a viral infection, now I am 31 years old female. I was always at 100000 above platelet counts from the last many years without any medicines except Prednisone in some adverse situations but suddenly nine months back, my platelets count... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have been prescribed high-dose steroid as your platelet count are very low so the risk of bleeding can be present. You should take this medication for a prescribed duration of at least one to two weeks. Then if the platelet count is raised then no active treatmen... Read Full »
Can I use C Sora ointment when I have a fungal infection?
Query: Hello doctor,Should I use C Sora ointment (Clobetasol propionate and Salicylic acid ointment) on my face when having a fungal infection? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Clobetasol propionate is a mild steroid used to suppress inflammation and salicylic acid is a desquamating agent used to remove dead skin with a mild antiseptic property. If you have been prescribed this ointment by a dermatologist, you can go ahead with it otherwise d... Read Full »
Can steroid creams cause redness of the foreskin?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 51 years and nondiabetic. It seems I am suffering from balanitis for the past two weeks. Earlier, I had the problem of ringworm, but then after medication of Clotrimazole ointment and oral tablet Terbinafine, it was treated. After a couple of months of that problem, I noticed two wee... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. By your complaints and the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity), your concern is balanitis. What your dermatologist suggested is appropriate. You are facing side effects due to potent steroid in FourDerm (combination of Chlorhexidine, Clobetasol, Micon... Read Full »
Do I need steroid injection for a bald patch on the beard?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a bald patch on the beard for the past three weeks. I am suspecting alopecia. I have uploaded the photo. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Your concern is alopecia areata, which is an autoimmune entity. I suggest you try Tacroz forte (Tacrolimus) twice daily on the patch. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and tak... Read Full »
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