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Urine Infection

Urine infection or urinary tract infection (UTI) commonly affects women. It is usually caused by bacterial infection of the kidneys, bladder, urethra, or ureter. The symptoms include frequent urge to urinate, cloudy or foul-smelling urine, nausea, chills, fever, stomach pain and cramps.

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What could be the reason for my severe back pain following a cervical polypectomy?

Query: Hi doctor, I had cervical polypectomy and was told to expect brown discharge. Now experiencing cramping, minor bleeding, vinegar smell, and severe back pain, to the point that I am dizzy and nauseous. A couple of days earlier had a bunch of discharge that looked like dark reddish and orangish skin. ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sameer Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is normal to experience reddish brown discharge for 4-5 days post cervical polypectomy, but it should not cause any back pain per se unless there has been a secondary infection or vaginitis or bacterial vaginosis which is quite likely with vinegar smell. Flagyl (M...  Read Full »

I am having sudden nausea in the 29th week of pregnancy. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 29 weeks pregnant. From the last two days, I am not feeling good. There is sudden nausea. The baby movement is fine but I am not able to eat anything because of nausea and frequent urination. Burning feet is also there accompanied by gas and constipation.  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vomiting is more usual in the first trimester. In the second and third trimester, it is less usual and can be due to a urine infection. Do urinalysis and urine culture. If it comes positive for infection, you need antibiotics. Have a strict check on thyroid as well. ...  Read Full »

How to treat recurrent urinary tract infections in babies?

Query: Hello doctor, My 1.5 year old baby has suffered from UTI for the last 18 days. The culture report showed Klebsiella pneumoniae 100000 cfu/mL. Her doctor said Colistin is sensitive and she has been treated with Colistin and catheter IV for 15 days. But, her infection is not clearing and is going up a...  Read Full »


Dr. Vijaykumar Mundeshi

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. Your baby has proven UTI - urinary tract infection with Klebsiella and is Colistin sensitive and unfortunately not responding. Also, she had bilateral reflux, which is prone to cause recurrent UTI. 2. The reason for persistent urine infection may be underlying ana...  Read Full »

What are utricle cysts, and how do I cure them?

Query: Hi doctor, I am 52 years old. During my general health checkup, in the report of US abdomen, I noticed that tiny midline prostatic cyst likely utricle cyst, measuring 0.2 x 0.2 inch. Please inform me the impact of the cyst and the medication for the cure.  Read Full »


Dr. Khant Shahil Ramesh Bhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your age is 52, and I assume that you have finished your family. At your age, if you do not have any symptoms like pain on ejaculation or fever or urine infections, then nothing is required. We do treatment in a young patient who could not conceive because of cyst or for ...  Read Full »

I get recurrent burning and discomfort after treatment of penile fungal infection. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I get light burning and discomfort after I have been on antibiotics and sterioids. I had fungal penile infection a year and half back. Why does this keep happening?  Read Full »


Dr. Khant Shahil Ramesh Bhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Relax and do not worry. If it is very minor burning, then there is nothing to worry much. How is your urine stream? Good or bad. There might be subclinical infection in your urine which is causing this. I suggest you get below tests done if possible and take below medicin...  Read Full »

What do pus cells and RBCs in urine indicate?

Query: Hi doctor, Patient is suffering from fever, headache, pain while passing urine, and foul smell in urine. He had a complete urine test. Pus cells, leukocytes, and RBCs are present in urine. He has been taking Augmentin 625 mg and Dolo 650 for the past three days.  Read Full »


Dr. Khant Shahil Ramesh Bhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the reports sent by you (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The patient is suffering from a severe urinary tract infection. Also, the urine examination shows glucose in urine. So, diabetes is not under control, or the patient does not know that...  Read Full »

What are the effects of Adderall on the penis?

Query: Hi doctor, Around 15 years ago, I used to take a lot of Amphetamine and used to masturbate a lot. As a result, I caused a huge amount of damage to the penis and it constantly leaked urine. three years ago, I plucked up the courage finally to see a urologist, who said that my urethra was red and angr...  Read Full »


Dr. Khant Shahil Ramesh Bhai

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please relax and do not worry. I think there is no relation about your past habit of Amphetamines and present burning in urethra. The burning pain of the urethra may be due to subclinical infection, which is not detected in urine test that you had. Did you have a urine ...  Read Full »

My son experiences a burning sensation while urinating. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, My son is 5 years old. He occasionally complains of burning sensation in urine. Before five months, he complained of burning sensation, and we did a urine test which showed pus cells 2 to 3 and albumin haziness. The doctor said that as fine and just advise to give more fluids. We did two ...  Read Full »


Dr. Salah Saad Hassan Shoman

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. The morning puffiness your son experiences could be familial, especially if both you and his father have the same feature, or it might indicate edema. To determine if edema is present, press your finger against the lower part of his leg. If t...  Read Full »

I am under Fluconazole for UTI but still my urine is dark brown in colour. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, I was initially diagnosed with a urinary tract infection by the presence of white blood cells in my urine. I had symptoms of a typical UTI. I was given a five days course of antibiotics, but the symptoms did not go away, followed by 2*5 days more courses of antibiotics. A urine cultur...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Went through your post. Generally, urine culture growth showing candida is not anything significant because it is a benign infection and usually does not need treatment unless a person has taken a lot of antibiotics, or is HIV positive. The white substance in urine i...  Read Full »

I have persistent stomach pain and bloating. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing repeated urine infections with white discharge for the past 4-5 months. I have had two episodes of piles, and I have been dealing with thyroid issues for the last 5 years. My blood pressure and sugar levels are consistently normal. Taken three months ago, my TS...  Read Full »


Dr. Muhammed Hassan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have thoroughly reviewed your reports and prescription (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) . I would suggest the following: For the ankle pain, I suggest you check your uric acid levels. Following that, consider consulting with a rheumatolog...  Read Full »

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