Thyroid Problem
Thyroid, which is a gland in the neck, produces hormones that regulate the metabolism of the body. Thyroid problems can occur due to the increase or decrease in the production of thyroid hormones. The most common thyroid problems are hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, goiter, thyroid nodules, and Graves' disease.
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Is it normal to not have periods for 10 months after delivery?
Query: Hi doctor, My wife had cesarean delivery 12 months ago. She has uterine tumor of 2.2 x 1.6 cm in myometrium. After delivery she had been continuing periodical discharge for two months. Period has been stopped since last 10 months. My wife is still breastfeeding our baby (son). The doctor has advised... Read Full »
Obstetrician And Gynaecologist
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cessation of menstruation is called amenorrhea. Amenorrhea for six months following pregnancy is usual, but when it has continued for 10 months, it requires investigations. Breastfeeding may be a cause. If the period does not return after stopping breastfeed... Read Full »
What is causing all my symptoms?
Query: Hi doctor, I have the following problems in my daily life. Social phobia, inferiority complex, lack of concentration and fear of everything. I am not interested to do anything. I am leading a sedentary lifestyle. I also masturbate a lot. I am thinking consistently about my future and living without ... Read Full »
Andrologist, General Practitioner, Geriatrician, Psychiatrist, Psychologist Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Sexologist
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, inferiority complex, social phobia, poor concentration and fear of everything can be a manifestation of depression or anxiety disorders. Having said this, we need to understand that the same symptoms can be present in abnormal thyroid function. The presence... Read Full »
Should I follow-up, based on my daughter's thyroid levels?
Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is 17 years now. We took her to ER for joint pain. Her joint pain started in the lower back three days ago and within a day, it was in all of her joints. But, there is no rash and fever. Two doctors saw her in the ER said that she needs further testing apart from laboratory te... Read Full »
Diabetologist, Endocrinologist
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The viral infection she might have caught from her school and there is no need to worry. Usually, that is self-limiting. We adapt the policy of wait and watch unless there are no complications and I think there are none. With respect to thyroid, I suggest you do not panic... Read Full »
Can thyroid disorder be treated without medicines?
Query: Hi my tsh level is 9.32 and ft4 is 1.09. I was not asked to go for t3 test. And the dr has prescribed me to consume thyronorm 50. So i wanted to know do i have thyroid and if yes what kind. Also what is the best possible method to eradicate it without medicines. Are all thyroids weight boosters and... Read Full »
Internal Medicine Physician, General Medicine Physician
Answer: Hi Welcome to icliniq Thank you for writing us and i am concern about your health. So as you mentioned it suggests that you have hypothyroidism. Because only tsh is increased other then that is normal your T4 is normal and you would have done T3 also. For better diagnosis. And yes hypothyroidism ... Read Full »
What is the cause of my mother's weakness?
Query: Hello doctor, My mother is feeling weak. She has pain in her left hip joint, thigh and leg. She also feels cold. We took hemoglobin and thyroid profile test. The result is as follows. Hemoglobin 7.4 (reference interval : 12 - 15), total T3 91.4 (reference interval : 70 - 204), total T4 5.8 (refere... Read Full »
Diabetologist, Endocrinologist
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. She has an underactive thyroid. Does she have any history of this problem? This is an endocrine issue and she needs treatment. You have not provided her weight for dosage recommendations. Her hemoglobin is quite low and this is not an endocrine issue. Is she consulting w... Read Full »
What should I do to prevent sensitivity in my fingertips while using phone?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old male, and when I turned 27 my fingertips started to get sensitive. I have no pain and grabbing things or tapping things with my fingertips feels fine. It is when I slightly rub or use a tab, or phone I start feeling like the tips are dry and sensitive. It feels lik... Read Full »
Dermatologist, Venereologist
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry. I will help you with your concern. Do you have increased sensitivity or pain in fingers on exposure to cold? Do you associate slight redness on fingertips? How much alcohol consumption? Do you have diabetes or anyone in the family has it? Please r... Read Full »
Can PCOS cause irregular periods?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 28 year old unmarried woman. Last month my period was irregular. I got my periods on the 30th of last month and it was already 20 days later from the actual due. Initially, I had spotting for five days, then I bled for seven days and again, had spotting for three days. Now, I am bl... Read Full »
Obstetrician And Gynaecologist
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please do not worry. Irregular periods are not an alarming thing to worry about. Irregular periods are due to stress and strain anxiety work pressure change of place change in climate low blood count thyroid disorders or uterine or ovarian problems. Please... Read Full »
Why am I not able to conceive?
Query: Hi doctor, I am trying to get conceive. We have tried two times, but no positive result. I have thyroid but it is normal now. My age is 26 and weight is 78 kg. I am a little overweight for my height. What is the problem. Please help me. Read Full »
Infertility Specialist, Obstetrician And Gynaecologist
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From what you have said above, it sounds as if you have your thyroid situation under control. Nevertheless, I would like to see your latest TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) report and know your current dose of Thyroxine. Also, you may be a bit overweight. Please tell me ... Read Full »
What could be the reason for symptoms like no period, hairfall, weight gain and facial hair growth?
Query: Hello doctor, I did not get my periods for the last one year. Now I got a lot of hair fall, increase in body weight, more hair growth in the face. I have thyroid and when checked before three months it was three times high than the normal. Now I am not able to go to any hospital. Please suggest. Read Full »
Obstetrician And Gynaecologist
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I want to know your age, height, weight, and medications you are on for thyroid. Review with your reports. Read Full »
What are the causes of irregular periods?
Query: Hi.i m 17 years old..my periods are irregular.and sometimes it lasts for 15 days sometimes 7 or sometimes4 days..from last month i got my periods for only 3 days with very light flow.. and now it again started but very minute..little..i dont know why its happening like this..plz help me. Read Full »
Obstetrician And Gynaecologist
Answer: Hi dear, I understand your concern .am also proud that kids of your age are so thoughtful to ask these questions.at your age I was not even aware of such things . first of all after menarche ,till 18 years of age your body will be adjusting to the changing harmones and also your HPO axis will matu... Read Full »
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