Long-term vitamin deficiency causes avitaminosis or hypovitaminosis. If the deficiency is caused due to inadequate nutritional intake, then it is called primary deficiency, and if it is due to an underlying health condition like malabsorption, then it is called secondary deficiency. Vitamin D is the most common vitamin deficiency.
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Kindly help me to correct my vitamin B12 and vitamin D deficiencies.
Query: Hello doctor, I have vitamin B12 and vitamin D deficiency. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. What made you do the test for vitamin levels? You have only mentioned deficiency. Can you send me the blood reports to help you better? Thanks. Read Full »
I suffer from itchy and crusted nipples. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, About a month ago my nipples started itching out of nowhere (I am not pregnant or had any sexual contact) and itched especially when I was going to bed I scratched them and the skin peeled off and it hurts a lot and a little bit of liquid started coming out of the skin and stick into ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It seems to be ringworm associated with allergy and deficiency of vitamins and minerals. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions. Maintain good hygiene. Take nutritious foods regularly. Do some relaxation exercises regul... Read Full »
Can stress cause sleep problems and body pain?
Query: Hi doctor, My father and my grandmother died within 3 months. After they expired, I started to face many issues like LIC claim and others. Due to too much stress, I am unable to sleep at night properly and feel sleepy in the morning. Because of this reason, I am unable to concentrate on my work. I a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I feel sorry for your loss. Your problems are stress, unable to sleep at night and body pain. So, basically it is your stress that is leading to other problems. Stress can be managed both by medication as well as by lifestyle modifications (behavior therapy). First,... Read Full »
What causes recurring canker sores in the same spot?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a recurring canker sore occurring at the same spot on my lower lip. I am getting it for the past one year. It recurs every two weeks. It gets healed by itself after five to seven days. I am using Sensodyne toothpaste and Listerine mouthwash. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. These are self-healing, and they do not need any sort of medical intervention. These are associated with either vitamin or folic acid deficiency or any other particular food or even constant irritation. These ulcers remain for a specified period or age and will disappea... Read Full »
What is the reason for persistent bad odor in my mouth?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old woman. I am married for two years, and I do not have a child or any gynecology problem. I have digestion problem for the past one year. My main symptom was a bad smell from the mouth, especially in the morning, weakness, and sometimes mild fever. I do have not any ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry much about the smell of the mouth. It may be due to anemia i.e low hemoglobin concentration. You must appreciate that hemoglobin formation needs iron and proteins mainly. You only mentioned iron supplement. What is its composition? If it contains iron, vita... Read Full »
How can I get rid of lip hyperpigmentation?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 27-year-old woman. I have a 12-month-old daughter, and I am presently breastfeeding. I have two concerns. Firstly, I do not have an even skin tone. My eyebrows, nose, and skin around my lips are all dark, but my cheeks are lighter. Second, my lips are not of the same shade. My u... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Lip hyperpigmentation appears to be caused by a vitamin deficit or exposure to an irritating substance. For two weeks, apply a lip balm with SPF (sun protection factor) at night. For 20 days, take one Epiglow (multivitamin) tablet after breakfast. For four weeks, u... Read Full »
I have had a sore tongue for two years. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 31-year-old male. I do not smoke or drink alcohol. I started to develop a sore tongue around two years ago. The pain is not continuous. I noticed this over two years ago, and my tongue has not changed its appearance. I had a neck ultrasound and a throat endoscopy that came back ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate that you have chosen icliniq.com for your medical needs. I am here to give you the best care possible. A sore tongue can have various causes, including vitamin deficiencies, stress, dehydration, oral hygiene issues, and mechanical irritation. Your doctor's suggestion of vitamin de... Read Full »
I am having hair loss and low vitamin D3 and B12. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Over the past six months, I have experienced a sudden and substantial hair loss. My hair is thinning rapidly, and my scalp is becoming more visible, particularly under bright light. Upon conducting a blood test, I discovered low levels of Vitamin B-12 and D3. I am currently taking Vit... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Low levels of vitamins B-12 and D3 can contribute to hair loss, given their major roles in supporting hair growth and health. I would suggest the following approaches to address this concern: Vitamin supplements: Cons... Read Full »
What can be the cause of my excruciating headache?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been having headaches for the last two weeks. It does not feel like a migraine. The ache starts at the back of my head when I move or bow forward and is excruciating. When I try to open my jaw it gives me a very strong pain at the back of my head. I have had no history of headac... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern, As you have described, such type of a headache can be associated with severe deficiencies of vitamin B12, iron, or low haemoglobin. It indicates weakness. First of all, I suggest you get a blood CBC (complete blood count) test. We can manag... Read Full »
Can vitamin B12 deficiency cause breathlessness?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a blood test recently and my ESR was elevated to 22, while vitamin B12 was low. I have pain in the right armpit and also a pain in the neck. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your B12 level is low, hence it should be treated with Folic acid tablets and Cyanocobalamin injections. 1. Cyanocobalamin 1000 mcg injections are given intramuscularly for six weeks. 2. ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) can be high in any inflammatory condition.... Read Full »
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