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Usually i use boiling or semi boiling water on work. sometimes drops of water may touch the pupil of eye . Can this cause damage ?

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Hello This may cause thermal damage to cornea. Use protective goggles while handling hot water ...  Read More

I'm a bit confused about the right time to stop boiling water for my baby. Up until now, I've been boiling the water for my baby, but I recently started giving him filtered water without boiling after he turned 6 months old. However, a friend told me that water should be boiled for babies until they are 12 months old. This has made me quite concern

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Better to give boiled water as it gives additional protection to filtered water . ...  Read More

At what age should I stop offering boiled water to baby? She just turned 2yrs old and we use RO water at home.

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Its ok to use Ro water. ...  Read More

Is boiled water before bed and in the morning helpful in reducing body fat? And if helpful, what shall be the quantity of the water?

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Hi Thank you for your query, we will be happy to help you. Yes, you can have a glass of warm water with lemon every morning. However, only that won't help you with weight loss. You also need to make ...  Read More

Is pigeon plastic electrical kettle for boiling water for baby formula ok or plastic may be leach from it

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Your questions not clear, boil water separately in a clean container for preparing formula not in pigeon ...  Read More

Will boiling the water help in making sure that the water is 100% drinkable now? Also any precautions to be taken to avoid infections?

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Hi, yes boiling water should help you to keep you safe from water born diseases, however it would be great if you have access to water purifying tablets and then boil water to consume would be great. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, Instead of boiled & warm water, can I give normal purified water (without boiling process) to my baby after starting semi solids or solid foods. Now my baby is 9 months old. All these messages months I gave my baby only boiled & warm water. Please suggest. Thank you.

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Yes you can give normal purified regular drinking water which you consume at home. No need of any extra boiling especially for baby. Ensure the water is purified ...  Read More

My child get boil filled with water, it get red after some time and then filled with water, what is the possible cause of this...

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It's a burn due to boil water. Please visit your pediatrician for proper evaluation of burn and it's degree of burn to treat accordingly ...  Read More

Is it good to boil the drinking water? Somebody says that boiling drinking water will spoil the good contents of water like minerals! Is it true? How to treat the water before drink? How to avoid cold and fever?

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Boiling water is only a physical change and there will be no loss of any minerals. In fact boiled water is good for health as it will kill some microorganisms. ...  Read More

Hello Dr.its been 2 Day i have agot water boils in my nose.beforr there were less boils and then later it got spread there more boils now that too they look big boils.May i know what is the treatment for it.i have not consulted any Dr yet

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U should consult a ENT specialist or a dermatologist. Skin and nose boils need to be examined and treated correctly and fast. ...  Read More

I had scaling and Polishing last week [8 Jun]. Before this, i already had RCT of my teeth long back. Now after scaling, on RCT side, I am having pain in between gum and cheek wall. There seems a cut and white spot on that point. After checking it myself, there is redness in the affected area. It is hurting even after i am drinking water.  I ha

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Hello Kindly consult with the dentist again ...  Read More

I have extremely chapped lips and a constant white layer ( scaling) keeps forming on it the entire day both on the lips and inside the lips it's so bad that if I don't remove it my lips get pasted together. No one could diagnose what the issue is except for one dr who said it's actinic cheilitis but even after a long treatment the problem persist.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I am a village homeopathy practioner. Here distilled water is not available, even it is not available in online. In the online it shows distilled water for battery, inverter. Now I have two questions:- 1) - Distilled water used in battery or inverter can be be used for preparation of dose(LM potency) to dispense to patients ??? 2) - May I use dr

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For LM potency you can use bisleri water or you can use rectified spirit instead of water and add LM potency and give succussions ...  Read More

Please suggest some ointments or pills to heal this quickly. Boiling water from pressure cooker fell on the arm. Image attached

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Scaling done deeply pain was there..it's been 40 days now still I feel that sensitivity teeth a slight pain when I eat or drink water..iam prediabetic.Hba1c-5.7 what to do ?any tablet for pain or consult again?using paste prescribed by doctor..no effect please suggest

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Go for Xray of tooth ,maybe some cavity that is not visible by naked eye … ...  Read More

I have an itchy watery type boil in my foot which is also painful if pressure is applied. Please help

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Don't worry, specific medication is available for treatment of your skin condition. Plz connect online for proper treatment and guidance. ...  Read More

Hello, I have a question regarding the impact of not giving a baby boiled water after they reach 6 months of age. Additionally, I would like to know the recommended duration for giving a baby boiled water. Thank you.

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Yes.will discuss it in detail ...  Read More

Is dental calculus removing painful? Can you tell me about scaling? Please I'm scared? Is there any gum paint or something which can be applied after tartar removing?

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Hello Scaling is not painful Gum paint can be applied post scaling ...  Read More

Is after scaling my gums during scaling reattach or recover? I'm worried about it. Can you please explain me

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Yes it will be normal but you need after treatment just book your online consultation we will guide you ...  Read More

Hi, my child is 25 days old . He is on both breastfeeding and formula on advice of Dr. Can I give him boiled water with sugar and salt or only boiled water (few spoons). Note: He has left renal pylectasia measuring 5 to 6mm and ventrical vein is thickened. Plz suggest.

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Hii ..your child needs exclusive breastfeeding till 6 month of age .. No water ,nothing Only and only breast milk ...  Read More

I'm 7 weeks pregnant can I drink boiled rice water? I am drinking it to relieve me from constipation

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Yes you can..wash the rice thoroughly to remove all the dirt prior to boiling ...  Read More

Hi, I have just started solids to my 6 month old. Can i store boiled water in thermos flask and use it for my baby to drink?

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Dear parents, Use normal' drinking water which you all drink. No need for boiled water ...  Read More

Hello sir today I did scaling while doing this lot of bleeding came . But doctor said it's infection I don't understand is this really infection or bleeding it seems high red ♥️ colour . Pls reply tips after scaling any tablets needed

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Hi don't worry.If calculus deposits are more it will bleed.Its normal.Get scaling done every 6months once.Brush twice daily.Floss regularly. ...  Read More

Thick itchy scales like dandruff all over the scalp, I have been using cipla 8x shampoo but it's not working

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for deta ...  Read More

Hello, My cousin had scaling orocess done and there was shrinkage of gums after process. How long does it take for gums to heal after process? How many days can he drink alcohol and smoke after scaling process?

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Hi, It is advisable not to smoke for 3 to 4 days after a scaling procedure. There is not restriction in diet. Better to avoid any hot or cold food and beverages. ...  Read More

Does scaling of the teeth weakens the teeth..? I have yellow lining alongside of gums. Should i get it done regularly..?

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Good evening madam Scaling doesn’t weaken the teeth .. it improves gum health and should be twice a year …thank you madam ...  Read More

I'm 25 by now, I heard from so many peoples that scaling and polishing can cause gum issue and other problems. So, Should I go with cleaning and polishing. My teeth don't have so many plaque, they are normal for now. So, please guide me regarding this. I don't want to go through regret situation after scaling and polishing.

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Hello, The procedure is absolutely safe when done properly. In fact it's recommended to do the procedure atleast once in 6 months to a year to maintain healthy gums. ...  Read More

I accidentally drank boiling water and cause white burns under my tongue it is not paining but the area is white and swollen plus my right side tonsil or neck area has also swollen. Do I need medical assistance or it will be fine on its own?

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Dear Sister Greetings! Your complaint and your concern noted. To give an expert opinion in this case, l need further medical information. So arrange for a expert consultation tod ...  Read More

There is a water boil on the feet of my baby with red rash and tiny bumps.Is there any cause for concern. She is 2months old and she seems active.

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ...  Read More

Yesterday I accidentally fell boiling water on both of knee area and cooled down with cold water and after that I'd applied suthol and dermocalm lotion on it,right now though there's less burning sensation but it has blisters.What to do?

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Consult online ...  Read More

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