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I have floating stools, itching, and burning skin. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I think I have a stomach ulcer, and I went to a gastroenterologist. He examined my stomach and gave me a PPI (Protonix). Now, I have itching, burning skin, and floating stools. I think I got the ulcer after I had COVID-19 infection a month ago, and I took a lot of Naproxen Sodium. Coul... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your query, I understood that you had a history of COVID-19 a month back, for which you have taken Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Naproxen Sodium. In addition, you are currently on tablet Pantoprazole, an excellent proton pump inhibitor (aci... Read Full »
I felt stomach irritation and blood in my stool and piles due to spicy food. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I had spicy food the day before, and the next day I felt stomach irritation, and then I noticed some blood in my stool and piles. I have taken antacids but am not seeing any results. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. You have two distinct issues: gastritis, most likely caused by spicy foods, and piles. You should aim to avoid eating foods that are fatty, greasy, or hot. Instead of resting after eating, go for a walk. Instead of la... Read Full »
What can be done to treat long, thin worms that started in my anus and are moving all over my body?
Query: Hello doctor, I am suffering from long thin worms that started in my anus and now moving all over my body. Scraping worms under my skin, behind my eye, nose, ear, face, and neck. Currently, I am taking the tablet Albendazole. I have done my blood test and sharing reports with you. Kindly suggest. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the blood reports attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). It shows increased leukocyte counts, including ANC (absolute neutrophil counts), lymphocytes, and monocytes but not eosinophil count, suggesting some acute infection or inf... Read Full »
Is it possible to have worms in stool even after taking Albendazole?
Query: Hello doctor, I want to know whether I have a worm infestation. I saw two threadworms in the toilet. I took one course of Albendazole and laxatives. I had this infection previously and took Albendazole and Mebendazole. Then I felt discomfort and saw a long thick brown hair and spider-leg-like objec... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, they are roundworms such as ascariasis. You have already taken effective medications such as Albendazole (antihelmintic). And another drug of choice is Mebendazole, with the trade name Vermox. If you are still passing stool with these worms alive and moving, yo... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23-year-old male, currently weighing 119 pounds. A year ago, I weighed 132 pounds. I have been experiencing digestion problems for the past 5 years. Over the past 6 months, my symptoms have included mostly constipation, but I have also had episodes of diarrhea in between. A couple ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern. Do not worry. All symptoms seem to be due to poor digestion. Please undergo a stool examination, LFT (liver function test), and colonoscopy for a clearer diagnosis. Meanwhile, Please avoid oily, spicy ... Read Full »
My poop is normal. But why am I pooping four to five times?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been defecating four to five times a day for the last four to five months. I have not sensed any symptoms like fatigue, weight loss, or blood in the stool. The poop is completely normal. I am worried about the frequency. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems to be a case of functional diarrhea. An abnormal passage of a small volume of stool at an increased frequency is most likely due to rectal urgency. You can get the stool tested for OPC (ova/parasite/cyst). If it is negative, do not worry. There is nothing a... Read Full »
Please suggest treatment for a 3-month-old baby suffering from loose stools.
Query: Hi doctor, My 3-month-old baby is having loose stools for the past 15 days. The color of the poop has turned from yellow to greenish-yellow with a bad smell. My child is having this issue for seven days. I consulted a pediatrician and he gave an antibiotic injection. But there is no improvement. Ho... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have not mentioned the number of times of passing stools. Please mention whether you are giving breastfeeding to your child. Do not give him homeopathy medicines. You can give Erythromycin syrup one to three teaspoons four times a day for seven days. Give oral r... Read Full »
I have been suffering from severe loose motions for the last two days. Kindly suggest a treatment.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29-year-old and have been suffering from severe loose motion for the last two days. I excrete whatever I eat. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly answer some questions so I can reach a diagnosis and start treatment. Since when are you experiencing these problems? What is the stools' amount, duration, frequency, and consistency? Any history of eating food from unhealthy sources in the past 48 hours? Is a... Read Full »
Why am I experiencing bloating, dry mouth, and mild headache?
Query: Hello doctor,I have stomach bloating problem with dry mouth and mild head pain. I am 41 years old, an average height of 5 feet 9 inches and 74 kg. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Symptoms are indicating candida infection of the gastrointestinal tract. Should determine by stool culture and sensitivity testing for candida. Plus, should run upper endoscopy to rule out acid reflux. For the moment, I advise taking probiotics to stabilize intestin... Read Full »
How do I manage frequent bowel movements and gas issues?
Query: Hello doctor. I have always had problems with bowel movements, as far as I can remember. It is not severe, but on a milder scale. However, four years ago, my bowel movement problems went from mild to moderate. I would go to the toilet first thing in the morning, and I always had a feeling of incomp... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your clinical history points towards constipation, which needs dietary modifications, medications, and complete evaluations if the condition is not resolving. You can avoid foods that induce constipation, for example, maize-based foods, bread, biscuits, and red meat.... Read Full »