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Hi I need to know whether can we wash off our private part after the intercourse which it may cause infection. Please suggest me in this query and we are planning for conceive as well.

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its always best to wash parts after sex,as less chance of infection ...  Read More

Can taking Azithromycin as soon as one suspects chance of infection help prevent N Fowleri infection or one only has to wait and watch for symptoms and can be only treated in hospital with combination of medicines? I had some fresh groundwater go in my nostril today.

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Naegleria fowleri is an ameba (single-celled living organism) that lives in soil and warm fresh water, such as lakes, rivers, and hot springs. It is commonly called the “brain-eating ameba̶ ...  Read More

Can use of V wash prevent urine infection? As Mine is a travelling job, m prone to urine infection, kindly suggest

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Yes , u can use, but if at all indicated only. I.e if u r likely to prone for any urine infection only. Otherwise general hygiene is enough ...  Read More

My baby is 5 months old. He rolls over often and sometimes he poops in that position as a result of which, his poop gets spread over the front side on the penis area. This has happened around 3 times. I am afraid will this cause urine infection? How to prevent UTI in babies? Please advise

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Hello ! Wash the area from front to back . No it won’t cause infection if u change diapers frequently ...  Read More

So, it's second time in this year that I'm dealing with a kind of bacterial eye infection. My eyelids got very itchy and won't stop until I rub them with my fingers. I know that's a bad habbit but can't help it. Plus, whenever I splash water on my eyes to remove eye-dust, itching started again. First it occurred in March and after that now. Then a

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Hi Sir, Repeated eye infection can be a sign of Asthenopia (Eye Strain). Better go for a detailed eye check, including vision, eye pressure and dilated fundus examination. This will only help you in ...  Read More

Can you mention the prevention methods of pregnancy which means natural methods of controlling pregnency

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Natural methods comes with high failure rate.. It totally depends upon your menstrual cycle pattern.. Have a individual counselling from a gynac near by ...  Read More

I thank all the Doctors for your precious advice regarding our queries. I understand that as advised by a previous specialist Doctor that N Fowleri is usually present in unclean or stagnant river or pond water and is rare in India. I read there were 15 or 16 cases found in India. I don't swim but I have a groundwater via jet pump/submersible conn

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Hello sir you keep reading Google and posting free questions on Practo, regarding your fear of Pathogenic Ameobea, if I were you I would be more concerned about Rhinosporodiosis, please Google an Ende ...  Read More

How to prevent our eye sight or prevention of low eye sight what basic tips should be adopted so that we should not have to use spex in future??

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Hello As your age is 24 yrs now...so you will not need glasses in future Regarding basic eye care tips A. Use goggles when in sunlight B. Cold compresses C. Use lubricating eyedrop frequently ...  Read More

Dear Sir/Madam, I am suffering from ringworm infection on my inner thighs and private area from 6years I tried so many medication courses from 6yers but it is not controlled now it spreading surrounding area I am feeling very sad and I can't go outside with friends because of this please suggest me best medication Thank you

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Hi. Good morning. I can understand the pain and agony you may have been thru since i am sure you feel embarrassed and distressed. Please understand that fungal infections are largely treatable but ne ...  Read More

Hi Sir, I have cold allergies.. For example,when my body will be exposed to cold temperatures or when my body will be wet because of rain water or continuous swimming...after that I am experiencing cold allergies...as a result of cold allergies,my skin will be having infections and I am not able to control it...but when I will have some hot water

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80 percent of your immune system is developed in the gut due to good bacteria. For long term relief take enough probiotics. For acute relief take anti histamine ...  Read More

Nowadays how can we protect our kids from risky viral infection. Please share any prevention tips to protect kids against viral diseases. My 7 year daughter had viral fever which later developed lymph nodes and she had fever for almost 2 weeks with neck pain. After 10 days she also had developed pain in one foot. She recovered with proper treatmen

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 need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat  (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD ...  Read More

I have tricuspid valve repair 6 months ago...and very much confused about prevention of endocarditis..doc. said it is not 100 percent preventable but can rediluce risk... google n youbube scared me...what should I do... please help it is scary ..I don't even came out of my room...fur to fear of infection... please please help to start my life ... o

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Just keep your teeth clean. Floss regularly. Brush your teeth twice a day. If you're ever undergoing any surgery mention to your doctor about your condition that should be fine. Endocarditis doesn't j ...  Read More

What's nutrition supplements shall a man 43 take for prevention of cancer or heart or kidney related diseases...can one take take reverstrol as supplements?..foods that may possibly prevent kinldney cancer or heart disease from forming?

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*Exercise for at least half an hour a day. *Avoid processed, preserved, packaged and junk food. *Drink at least 2.5 lts of water daily. *Wash fruits and vegetables, thoroughly before consumption. soak ...  Read More

Why this fungal infection is happened to 8 days old baby ...what are all the precautions and prevention s that should I take to avoid these kind of fungal infection.. shall I apply coconut oil on it

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Kindly consult for discussion ...  Read More

What is the 1 day Filaria prevention tablets given by government of India? I would like to consume one. Please tell dosage too Thanks

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According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the disease and cause and it's best Treatment of filaria. Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it ne ...  Read More

Can anyone guide me about these pregnancy prevention injections?? What are they and what are the cons and orons for it

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Consult ...  Read More

Clevira tonic or tab can it be taken for Covid prevention or can it be taken on daily bases pls suggest

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For full guidance, prescription and follow up take a paid instant consultation. Hope that helps. You can even video consult directly via what sapp on 9999x104x408 ...  Read More

Can we use coronil for prevention of corona virus? Also any other medicine which can help for this purpose?

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Very Good results ...  Read More

My daughter has been faced diarrhea frequently, we are taking precautions like, cleaning hands frequently, avoiding outside food, RO water to drink, is there any additional prevention that we should do so that we don't face this problem again.

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Avoid candies n milk , discourage putting fingers in mouth Plenty of fluids & nutrients rich diet ...  Read More

Can ivermectin 12 mg one dose monthly be taken for prevention of covid 19 by office going person involved in manufacturing lines

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Hello sir, Needs proper history and clinical discussion, please consult directly on whats app no. Nine eight seven one three seven zero five one seven. ...  Read More

What is the medicine for prevention of pregnancy in 1 month after having sex?Can u provide that medicine in my location?

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There is no such medication to prevent pregnancy one month after the intercourse. If you have missed your period, kindly do one urine pregnancy test and a basic ultrasound scan to see the endometrial ...  Read More

Is there any ICMR OR MCI OR DRUG COUNCIL approved allopathic medicine for prevention (if not to reduce severity or reducing chances of infection) of corona virus infection. I have been assigned election duty scheduled on end of this month. Will follow all ppe guidelines, hand hygiene ,mask etc but i am fearing since election time will be prone to i

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I have been recently cured from anal fissure. What prevention I should follow to ensure they don't happen again?

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Drink plenty of water and eat High fibrous diet Sitz bath ...  Read More

How to improve your immunity for covid prevention/cure. Which supplements or tablets or other should be taken? Thanks

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Start with Tab Limcee, Zincovit and Shelcal. ...  Read More

Is there any homeopathic medicine for prevention of Corona ...which medicine we have to take and for how many days..?? Please help !

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There is no medicine for prevention of vivid 19. But yes there are medicines to boost immunity. But remember immunity is not built overnight ...  Read More

Last night we had an intercourse. Please mention prevention of pregnancy precautions and medication

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Need details about your concern Connect with me online for detailed consultation Https://prac.to/drdigvijay ...  Read More

Dear Doctors, My mother is 50 years old. She is suffering from urine infection since last 2.5 months. And she is also suffering from Sugar. After a regular checkup with doctors still, my mother sugar level is not maintained yet. It fluctuates daily and due to her urine infection is not recovered. Please suggest what to do in this case. She felt ve

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There's not enough information to give you appropriate advise with regards to the reason why your mother is feeling the way she is at the moment. The urine test itself is not clear to confirm that she ...  Read More

Can you please advise on early ejaculation prevention? I want get rid of this. Please suggest on preventive steps.

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Dear take proper treatment in Ayurveda apply our oil for massage And Follow our diet chart and do some special yoga for this Consult online with me if you want permanent solution ...  Read More

I need consultation for hair fall treatment.can you please suggest which one is better and what is the diet to follow for hair fall prevention

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There are many reasons for hair fall or thinning of hair on scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutr ...  Read More

What ways are there for prevention of nipah virus? If i have a fever how will i know it is due to nipah virus?

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The incubation period for the virus ranges from 5 to 14 days and symptoms become visible after this period. The symptoms of Nipah Virus are: - Fever from 3-14 days of exposure associated with severe h ...  Read More

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