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Can you give a meal plan based on my mother's reports?
Query: Hello doctor, My 59 year old mother is under treatment for hypothyroidism, hypertension, and osteoarthritis of knee joints along with a mild iron deficiency anemia. With the help of medications, TSH (3.15), BP (120/72) and FBS (89) are currently stable, although she used to get symptoms like reeling... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw her reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). All her numbers are alright, except a few which are on the borderline. But, no need to worry about it. Her diet should be perfectly balanced according to the climate. Also, exercise and yoga play a s... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,My 25-year-old friend has been experiencing iron deficiency anemia for the past two months. As a result, she appears pale and constantly feels tired. Her doctor advised taking iron supplements to address the anemia, and as a result, her hemoglobin levels have increased from 10 mg/dL to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Thank you for stopping by at icliniq.com. I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical queries. Anemia can be managed by incorporating foods rich in vitamin B12 into the diet. It is beneficial for her to consume meat such as beef or liver at least three times a week. Green leafy vege... Read Full »
What is the recommended daily intake of iron in a vegetarian woman?
Query: Hi doctor,My doctor informed me that I was anemic when I was a child. I have not had a blood test in a while. Recently, I have felt quite frail, and I know this is iron-related. I am aware that not eating meat contributes to it. I am curious about how much iron a vegetarian woman should consume dail... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I have provided a diet chart, and substitute foods are listed below. Early morning - Dates, raisins, and Bengal gram that have been soaked overnight. Breakfast - Chira (flaked rice) polao, flaked rice, curd, spinach parath... Read Full »
How does eating bricks affect the uterus?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 26-year-old female. Will eating bricks affect the uterus? I do not have any side effects other than early periods. In the last two cycles, my periods were five days earlier. Please explain. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.People eat chalk piece or brick or sand due to the craving on it. This is due to anemia. Your hemoglobin (Hb) should be estimated and iron therapy should be given. Eating bricks never harm you and never affects the uterus system. But, it may lead to infection and diarrhea.... Read Full »