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I have an erectile dysfunction problem and pain in the left groin region. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 23 years old and had a sexual experience in which I could not maintain an erection. I am facing erectile dysfunction problems transiently, and sometimes I also face pain in the groin region on the left side. My blood sugar and other microbiological culture are normal. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The cause of your erectile dysfunction (ED) needs to be found. In 70 to 80 % of cases, some cause can be found. For now, I suggest you can start on micronutrient treatment like tab V Total (Multivitamin), one tablet a day for three months, which helps to improve erect... Read Full »
Please suggest supplements or vitamins for older adults.
Query: Hi doctor, I want to know about the supplements or vitamins highly recommended for elderly persons of more than 65 years of age in both men and women. My father is a smoker and alcoholic. My mother suffers from back or groin pain. She uses to have a massage or painkillers. She cannot keep her finge... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vitamin D deficiency is one of the most common causes of joint and body pain. It can further lead to calcium deficiency. Taking fish oil in the diet helps a lot. I suggest your parents to do some blood tests to rule out the cause behind these persistent aches in joints.... Read Full »
I developed symptoms of autoimmunity after Hepatitis B vaccine. What to do?
Query: Hi doctor, Before the vaccinations, I was in good health and optimal fitness level. The Hepatitis B vaccine caused me an unresolved encephalopathy and symptoms of autoimmunity. It caused flu-like symptoms, including malaise, sore throat, diffuse musculoskeletal pain, extreme exhaustion, numbness of ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most likely it is acute polyneuropathy. It is important to find the cause because treatment is based on it. Get an MRI of the spine and brain. Nerve conduction velocity of all four limbs. Meanwhile, you try taking tablet Neurobion Forte (Multivitamin), t... Read Full »
I am having trouble maintaining an erection. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I got married last month. I am not able to maintain a strong erection that is needed for penetration. And, my libido is also low nowadays. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. I request you to provide following information so the diagnosis can be made and suitable remedy can be offered. Have you experienced the same issues while masturbating or doing sex in the past? How did the problem start... Read Full »
Please suggest a good diet to improve the immunity of a 9 months old baby?
Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is almost 9 months now. She is gaining good weight and height. What should I include in her diet chart to boost immunity, height and make her complexion bright? Please provide a good dietary solution. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Congratulations on the arrival of your little miracle. I assume that she is breastfed, which means she is already receiving plenty of nutrients from her mother. When it comes to her diet, the key is to ensure she gets all the essential nutrients. Introduce foods rich ... Read Full »
My wife has bacterial vaginosis. Will vitamins help?
Query: Hi doctor, I got married seven months back and this is the fourth time she caught bacterial vaginosis (BV). She never had any symptoms before marriage. We have consulted a gynecologist all the four times. She will prescribe antibiotics and other stuff and that successfully treat her for some time. I... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please get her sugar levels checked. It may seem a bit weird, but at times the main reason for recurrent vaginal infection could be low immune status. Yes, taking vitamin supplements will help her boost her immunity. You can discuss this with her doctor and get started w... Read Full »
Why does my baby fail to thrive though he is completely breastfed?
Query: Hi doctor, My baby was born at 37 weeks due to growth restriction. His weight was 5 lbs 3 oz. He was in NICU for seven days due to low blood sugar. He is 7 months old and weight 11 lbs 6 oz. He had reflux issues and lip and tongue tie. It was fixed at two months. The reflux was fine after 5 months o... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please note that the weight gain of your baby is fine. Normally birth weight doubles by the age of 6 months, which I think it has. As for 7-1/2 months of age, the weight is only a very little bit lesser probably because of reflux issues. Also, babies pass stools either ... Read Full »
Can my overall health improve by taking multivitamins? Kindly help.
Query: As I age, I'm considering taking a multivitamin to support my overall health and cognition. Can you provide insights into the potential benefits of multivitamins for cognitive health, especially in the context of aging? Additionally, are there specific vitamins or nutrients in multivitamins that are... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to iclinq.com,I can understand your concern. Complementary medicine use is becoming increasingly popular with multivitamins being the most commonly used vitamin supplement. Although adequate vitamin and nutrient concentrations are necessary for optimal health and cognitive functioning,... Read Full »
I have ringworm infection for the past seven months. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor,I have had ringworm for the past seven months. It comes and goes. I have used many creams tablets. No use. But finally, I found a cream named Valerate-C. It is a very effective cream. If I apply it once at night, it solves the itching problem overnight. The infection also reduces for a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.Please take a picture of the lesion and send it to us. The cream you are using is a combination of steroid and antifungal. You may get similar creams everywhere. Read Full »
What are the white circular band seen around the tip of my nail?
Query: Hi doctor, I have noticed something different on the tip of the nails. At the tip of all nails, a band of half-white color has formed and it is going around the circumference of the nail horizontally. They are not an exact horizontal line, but a circular band around the tip of the nail. I am also at... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.From the details provided, it seems as onycholysis. It means your nail tip is loosened from your nail bed underneath. In your case, it is very mild and probably due to cutting nails too short. There is nothing much to worry about at present. It is also unlikely to be relat... Read Full »