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My daughter wants to get corneal tattooing. Please advise.
Query: Hello doctor,I am worried about my daughter. She wants to change her eye color with something called corneal tattooing. I am not sure if it is real or a scam. But if it is real, is it safe? Can it really change her eye color forever? Should I support her decision? I am worried about her health. Mess... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern. Corneal tattooing, also known as oculofacial pigmentation, is a procedure where pigment is implanted into the cornea to change its color. However, it is essential to note that this procedure is not meant to change the actual eye color but r... Read Full »
What is the growth present in the back of the throat? What causes it?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a small bubble-like growth in the back of the throat near tonsils. It flares up with irritation during coughing, grunting, and when I do exercise in the early morning. I snore at the night time, and I have heartburn. I consulted a doctor, and I was prescribed with Prilosec. Please ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send a picture of your throat. Read Full »
What could red bumps on labia indicate?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 22-year-old female, 5 feet 6.5 inches tall, and weighs 176.37 pounds. I am currently dealing with red bumps on my labia; some are causing discomfort while others are not. This situation is affecting my self-esteem, and I am concerned about the possibility of cancer. Additionally... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I understand that you are going through a challenging medical situation, and I am here to support you. Based on your symptoms, it appears that you may have developed pelvic inflammatory disease due to a bacterial infection. To further ... Read Full »
My husband noticed geographic tongue after chewing sunflower seeds. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I noticed this on the side of my husband. It is only on the left side. He does have a geographic tongue but has never had a flare on that side at all. He has been chewing sunflower seeds like crazy due to softball season going on. He does not have aids or any immune system issues. He trie... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is just slight inflammatory reaction of tongue epithelium. Nothing to be worried about. It changes according to diet and will become normal in few days or week. Is there any irritation or burning sensation? Read Full »
Kindly explain about the mammogram results taken for red line on breast.
Query: Hello doctor, I woke up this morning to see a small red line or vein on the top of my left breast. I had a breast check up and mammogram 6 months ago which was clear. Is this normal? What is it? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This does not appear worrisome to me (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This appears like erythematous lesion due to inflammation. This has probably occurred due to some trauma like due to pressure of folds in clothing or bed sheet or lying over the ch... Read Full »
How do hydrocolloid dressings help manage pimples?
Query: Hello doctor,I have been dealing with persistent pimples, and I have heard about hydrocolloid dressing as a potential solution. Could you provide insights into how hydrocolloid dressings work for managing pimples and promoting skin healing? Additionally, are there specific considerations or best pra... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. Hydrocolloid dressings are a type of wound dressing that can be effective in managing persistent pimples. These dressings are made of a gel-like material that forms a protective barrier over the pimple while also absorbing excess fluid and bact... Read Full »
I have back problem and it is getting worse on having medications. Kindly advice.
Query: Hello doctor,I need some advice on a back problem. I have it for almost two years. I went to a doctor in my area for my issue, and he took an X-rays, and it shows a mild inflammation in my lower spine. He gave me medication to bring down the swelling and told me to use it for 10 days. However, it ha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have mild scoliosis in the lumbar region, and there is a suspicion of inflamed sacroiliac joints (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Have you had ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate), CRP (C-reactive protein), urine routine, which are the markers fo... Read Full »
Why is there a swollen tonsil after tonsil stones removal?
Query: Hello doctor, Two days ago, I removed my tonsil stones with a cotton swab at home. How long after the removal of the stones does the tonsil remain swollen? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Tonsil stone removal by self is often accompanied by tonsillitis or inflammation of tonsil. Swelling of the tonsils is occurring probably due to that. I suggest you gargle with lukewarm water with a pinch of salt twice daily. That will help you to reduce the swelling... Read Full »
I am emotionally disturbed due to my health problems. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 28 and weigh 115 lbs. I have an ulcerative colitis flare up, a cold sore outbreak, genital herpes outbreak, and a knee injury that will not heal. The lab tests confirmed an infection with both the herpes viruses. What is happening to me? I work 65 hours a week as a geologist. M... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. All these symptoms you described are associated with a single disease activity. This is a rheumatological disease. It is basically an inflammatory response to some unknown gene or immune cell. You will need to be evaluated for the same. Once diagnosed, the treatment is... Read Full »
My blood report shows a high ESR count and low Hb. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, Two months back blood report shows ESR count is 34. And Hb 10.9. I also have fever fluctuating and have lost weight drastically around 8 lbs in a few months. Can you please help and tell me what is the problem? Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. For low hemoglobin further workup needed in form of peripheral smear examination, serum ferritin estimation, and serum TIBC (total iron binding capacity) estimation to classify your anemia. ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) can be high because of any non-specific ... Read Full »