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Can antiepileptic drugs cause behavioral changes in a child?
Hi Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your question in detail. The initial dose of Topiramate is 1 mg/kg/day which is gradually increased to 5-10 mg/kg/day. Your child is getting 100 mg Topiramate which is around 6 mg/kg/day. View thread
What is the reason for constant squeezing chest pain?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Likely, this is gastritis and reflux disease. Pain occurs due to acid reflux and esophageal spasm. You should avoid fatty, oily and spicy diet. Have some walk after having food instead of taking rest. View thread
Is labiaplasty under sedation safe with alcohol consumption?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can continue your Clonazepam tablet. As you are chronic alcoholic get your liver function tests done and there is nothing to worry about the procedural anesthesia. Tell your alcoholic and medication history to your anesthesiologist. View thread
Why did the veins turn bright blue in unnoticeable places?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The veins over the forearms or the armpits and chest which have become prominent and visibly seen (attachment removed to protect patient identity) are unlikely to be related to PMS (premenstrual syndrome) or your menses. View thread
What causes testicle pain and burning sensation in the leg?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Testicular pain can happen due to any cause like a simple infection of virus or bacteria. So you do not have to worry about it. The burning sensation of the leg could be due to some allergy or something. View thread
Does drinking wine causes red colored or blood vomit?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The red vomit is likely due to red wine only. Alcohol causes gastritis and vomiting, and you likely vomited red wine out. I guess you did not have abdominal pain. The bloody vomitus is brown in color rather than red. View thread
What is the treatment for skin rash in groin area?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is dermatophytosis, a kind of fungal infection, which is common in a humid environment. I suggest Candid B (Clotrimazole and Beclometasone) cream morning and evening for few weeks. View thread
What is the role of the body's immune system?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Here are the answers to your questions about the immune system. The primary role of natural killer cells is to defend the body against virulent organisms from invading the body. View thread
Can insomnia result in diabetes or hypertension?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There is no such connection with diabetes, but yes, sleep disturbances or stress can lead to hypertension. If your sleep is disturbed for a long time of period, like for years, and you have certain kinds of stress, then you are more prone to develop hypertension but not diabetes. View thread
Will bedwetting be fine in a 4 year old when he grows older?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no co-relation between bedwetting and temperature. So do not worry about that. Also as regards to bedwetting, make it a point for the child to empty the bladder before going to bed. View thread