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I am experiencing cold symptoms and rashes. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I would like to begin with my dropped CD4 (clusters of differentiation) count of 350, which I had six years ago. Two weeks later, it raised to 398. The doctor said it could be entirely reasonable for a woman to have a count of CD4 around 400. The reason for dropping maybe due to a previou... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) infection has a window period of one or two months during which the tests can show false negative results. According to WHO (World Health Organisation), all results for HIV are considered conclusive at 12 weeks after the last exposure. A... Read Full »
I get a yeast-like odor from my undergarments. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have noticed that small things in my daily life are affected. I have noticed that my inner garment is always wet and has a yeast smell throughout the day. Is this any infection? How to get this treated? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. If you are experiencing constant wetness and a yeast-like odor in your underwear, it is possible that you may have a vaginal infection, such as a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis. Here are a few suggestions t... Read Full »
Is yellow discharge normal after using Clingen insertion?
Query: Hi doctor, I was diagnosed with candidiasis and my doctor gave me Clingen 3 for insertion. I used to get this candidiasis infection every month and it will get well on its own. For the first time I have consulted a doctor. At present, I am not having any symptoms and decided to take the medication ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Excess discharge post insertion of medication is because the medicine melts and a part of it has discharged. The yellowish tinge in the vaginal secretions also could be because of the medication. Recurrent candidial infection has to be treated. Please get yourself check... Read Full »
What is the best solution for fungal infections?
Query: Hello doctor, My wife and I have fungal infections. I have ring-like infection on thighs and on buttocks. My wife has a little lump like infection around the vagina which are so itchy and burning sensation. We took tablet Terbinafine 250 mg for two weeks and Clotrimazole cream. It had good resul... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you mentioned that you have ring-like lesion, it suggests you have Tinea cruris. It is a kind of fungal infection only. Since infection has recurred we need to start you on better antifungal treatment for a long term relief and to prevent further recurrences. Clot... Read Full »
I have severe vaginal itching. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 28 year old married woman. I have severe itching in my vagina. What should I do ? Or why is it happening? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Severe itching inside vagina is likely to be due to a possible vaginal fungal infection called vaginal candidiasis. You should visit your gynecologist and get a high vaginal swab culture and speculum examination done for confirmation of diagnosis. Once confirmed, you ... Read Full »
My vagina is itchy, and it has some white spots. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, My vagina is itchy, and it has some white spots. The spots are below the vulva and also near the vaginal opening. I am not sure what it is, but I think it is a yeast infection. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Itching with white spots usually points towards a yeast (candidal) infection. This is generally accompanied by a curdy white discharge and sometimes with a foul smell (not always). This usually occurs when the pH of the perineal region... Read Full »
How to conceive safely when treating candidiasis?
Query: Hi doctor, I feel pain in both my breast, which is worse on the right side. I have seen four doctors who checked and said there was no lump. My flow lasted only for two days. I did a vaginal swab, which showed mild candidiasis, which I just got treated for, but I still feel the breast pain. Some day... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I thoroughly read your query and understand your concern. Do you have some hormonal and menstrual irregularities? Hormonal imbalance can cause breast engorgement, breast pain, and premenstrual syndrome. It could be due to some excitement recently or trauma. Check for ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am a virgin. Last week, I had a fungal infection, and a gynecologist recommended Candid B cream and Intiwash. I used them regularly, and I felt better. However, for the past two days, I have been experiencing light green vaginal discharge with no smell, and I have also been having recu... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understood your concern. If you have excessive and greenish discharge, Candid B cream (Clotrimazole and Beclometasone) alone may not be sufficient to cure it. It is suggested to take a proper antibiotic course. In addition, maintain hygiene by k... Read Full »
Why do antibiotics cause vaginal itching?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 25-year-old female. I visited a clinic a month ago with complaints of itchy rashes on my back and upper chest, the prescription of which I have attached. I took the medication for two weeks only. At the end of the first week, I developed an uncomfortable vaginal itch, but I contin... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have severe sweat rash with infection, and you are allergic to your sweat. Do you have a sinus, wheeze, or dust allergy? I must suggest you with steroids and antibiotics in such severe infection and disease. However, since you have vaginal itch after taking the prev... Read Full »
What could cause small bumps on vagina post unprotected sex?
Query: Hello doctor, I currently had unprotected intercourse about a week ago. My vagina has become really itchy and sore. I tried to take a picture just to see if anything was going on and there are a lot of tiny white bumps that almost look like a rash. And it is extremely irritating. Any ideas of what ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the image that you sent (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Is there any discharge from vagina? If yes, is it white or yellow or watery or creamy? It appears like fungal infection most likely vulvovaginal candidiasis. Use Clotrimazole pe... Read Full »