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Can HIV develop due to used needle?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. However, health care workers are trained to follow universal precautions. So they will not reuse needles. If no other patient was present, there is nothing to worry about. View thread
Which is a good lotion for back acne?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. But there are no attached photographs in your message. Kindly send a picture of the affected area to assess the condition and suggest the appropriate diagnosis and treatment. View thread
Is it possible to correct lazy eyes in a 4-year-old?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern about your son. The good news is it is detected early. It can be a lazy eye, but the normal adult vision of 6/6 comes at six years, which may also be a reason for low vision. View thread
Why does belly button look like a green mucusy substance?
Hi,Welcome to iclinq.com.As the cord has fallen off, the area looks wet but there is nothing to worry about. It is called umbilical granuloma. Just use the ointment for five days and it will be fine.However, if the discharge increases or the baby develops fever then a physical consultation is needed. View thread
Please review my attached ECG reports.
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your report is normal (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity). There are baseline artifacts due to machine problems, but there are no significant abnormalities on ECG (electrocardiogram). View thread
How to treat cavities in a 5-year-old child?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. However, the advice tendered by the dentist, in this case, is alright. There is no problem with the extraction if appropriately done, and in the meantime, to retain space for permanent teeth, a space maintainer can be planned by a dentist. View thread
Does fingering increase the risk of STI?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The chances of transmitting the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by massage or fingering are zero unless there are bleeding wounds on the hand. View thread
How are mouse strains relevant in the study of coronavirus?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I can help you understand mice strains' role in coronavirus research and any potential implications for human health. Mice are valuable tools for studying coronaviruses for several reasons: Genetic similarity: Mice share some genetic similarities with humans, making their responses to viruses (including coronaviruses) somewhat comparable. View thread
Are fluctuating pulse levels on a pulse oximeter normal?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Usually, heart rate is higher in children below 12 years. When a person has a fever, the heart rate increases and this fluctuation can also be seen. View thread
Is piles the reason for the blood in my stools?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your concern in detail and will surely help you out. You are suffering from piles. I suggest the following treatment for seven days, and you will feel much better. View thread