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Is a 7-year-old's shirt-pulling behavior concerning?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This seems to be an attention seeking behavior by your child. It occurs in those families where both parents are working. If your child does not have any other symptoms like convulsions, altered sensorium and delayed milestones, then there is probably no brain involvement. View thread
How to address low libido and masturbation addiction?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Masturbation does not cause any adverse effects on potency. If you are enjoying masturbation, then no need to worry. This also proves that you have libido, but you are not much enjoying sexual intercourse. View thread
How to deal with low blood pressure after C-section?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As said by you, a cesarean section has been done for you a week ago and during the operation, your BP was on the lower side. I would like to tell you that amount and volume of blood in a mother increases significantly during pregnancy to support the nutritional need of the fetus inside her womb. View thread
What are anesthesia risks in pelvic congestion syndrome?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Pelvic congestion can potentially lead to complications like thrombosis. The degree of risk is contingent upon the nature of the surgery you're undergoing, of which you haven't provided specifics. View thread
Is it normal to have raised ESR in a patient with AIH?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. In general, ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) is a very non-specific marker. It has no significance in isolation. However, in countries where tuberculosis is predominant, we always consider it while a person is on immunosuppressive drugs. View thread
Are the seven pill-free days after a pack protected?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It appears you are taking a combination pill, a form of hormonal contraceptives that contains both estrogen and progestin (synthetic progesterone). These pills work by preventing ovulation and thickening cervical mucus to prevent pregnancy. View thread
I have tried everything for prolonged constipation but nothing works. Please advise.
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are using milk of magnesia since a long time which is not advisable as it can lead to laxative abuse and dependency. As your constipation is present since a long time, the organic cause should be ruled out, if present. View thread
Which medicine can be used to cure diarrhea in a baby?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Diarrhea is most viral in nature in children. Requires symptomatic treatment. Replace fluid loss with ORS. Add Zinc supplement (2 mg/kg) for 14 days. Watch for urine output. View thread
Can blood in urine be caused by urinary tract infection?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the history and the reports sent by you (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Clearly, she is a case of recurrent UTI (urinary tract infection). View thread
How to manage headache in chronic infective granulomas?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per given history and reports, it seems that the patient had meningoencephalitis. The probable cause for which may be tuberculosis. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) also showed granulomas in the brain and the patient is currently on four drug ATT (antituberculosis treatment) with oral steroids. View thread