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When I go to sleep there is so much itching. In my whole body.. I take Ayurvedic churn which give me so much relief but ,This leads to constipation and it also becomes a habit. Can you tell what is causing this itching? and how to get rid of this?

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Itching could be due to underlying infections, allergies or medical issues If there are any visible skin rashes, consult online for proper prescription and detailed evaluation ...  Read More

I feel tremendous itching at night when I sleep. Itching is all over body. Why does it happens and what to do?

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

Have encountered pretty awkward problem.My sleep gets disturbed every night around 2-3 AM, a strong itching sensation arises around the genitals exactly testicles. This has been continuing for over a month now. It further takes me an hour or so to sleep. But the sleep is not of good quality with dreams continuously flooding in. I mantain strict hy

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Do u have any fungal infection near your groin?? If yes then that is your answer. ...  Read More

I got itching in my ears while sleeping almost everyday. Today i had to put a cotton swab to ease it. What could cause itching in ears?

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You seem to be suffering from chronic otitis externa which is a common type of dermatological problem of external ear. You may need to apply steroid antifungal creams in your canal for few days ...  Read More

Full body itching while sleeping and left hand and left legs are have burning sensation... and muscles cramps...

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Can be due to scabies. Started any meds? ...  Read More

1.My son sleep less than required daily sleep. 2.He try to get pleasure by rubbing his penis in bed or when standing beside a supports like table,almirah etc. He do it many time in an day. I think he do it whenever he feel itching in his penis. Please tell me what to do.

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There's no universal time of sleep requirement,it varies from person to person. If his sleep requirement is not fulfilled,he will be drowsy the next day. Relax,what you can do is make the bedroom cool ...  Read More

Madam/ Dear Sir, I am feeling itching since last 2 - 3 days in the bottom part of leg in the sole mainly in the night during sleeping time. Unable to sleep. I am in 8 th month of pregnancy. Is this common?? Are there any home remedies?? Regards

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My 5 year old has been getting up in the middle of the night since the past 2days complaining of itching all over her body. She is slightly allergic to peanuts and refined flour but she hasn't consumed these. Moreover she doesn't complain of any itching during the day. Just night itching while sleeping. Kindly advise how to help her. Any tests tha

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Do deworming . Give Syp atarax ...  Read More

Rash will not go away. Intense itching attacks. Scabs and lesions on arms and legs, will not heal. Jock itch and anal itch. Little red heat rash dots come and go. I am all but been disabled from this please help.

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Fungal infection tends to affect folds of the skin, moist areas like groins, armpits, mouth, genitals, under the breasts, webs between fingers and toes, etc. Our skin protects us from fungal/yeast att ...  Read More

I am suffering from Itching problem since last 10-15 days. My water has changed recently as I shifted Delhi from dhanbad for studies but I don't think that the change in water has any role in my skin problem as it was Itching too when I was in dhanbad.

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Use bepozic tablet once daily, along with the following medicine.... Please send photos of the affected part for accurate diagnosis and treatment.. Consult on private chat or meet me in my clinic fo ...  Read More

I am having sleep issues, sleeping at odd hours. There is no fixed time. I feel very little energy to do the normal things. Fatigue, gastric issues and mood swings. Lost interest in many things. Feels like just surviving the day

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Hi, thanks for reaching out. What you’re describing sounds like your mind and body are running on survival mode. Irregular sleep can worsen fatigue and mood, but loss of interest and just “getting thr ...  Read More

I am having discomfort, irritation and itching in the butt for a couple of weeks now. I have had medication for piles- Daflon 500 for last 3 days, but the itching becomes severe at night. Its irritating and I am unable to sleep. I don't feel to have any swelling in and around the area. I have given warm compress prior at night before sleeping whi

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Night-time anal itching is not always due to piles. Common causes include pruritus ani, healing fissure, fungal infection, dermatitis, excessive moisture, aggressive cleaning, or less commonly, pinw ...  Read More

Hello My baby is 35 days old. From the last couple of days he is refusing to sleep, even though he is tired, he is demanding feed sleep for 10-15 mins Max, play for a few mins then feed and the cycle continues. After every feed he is spilling milk sometimes curd like, sometimes transparent liquid, amount also varies. I am not sure what to do. He co

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If weight and other vitals are normal, nothing to worry about. This is a temporary phase. Visit a pediatrician for check up and confirmation ...  Read More

Having sleep problem at night with hot splashes. Which kind of doctor to consult for sleep problems

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

I had too much hope with clonidine for sleep.doctor prescribed 75mcg. half of the 150mcg every night.instant release. I added self magnesium glycinate melatonin From last three nights I was sleeping only for 1 or 2 hours. Before adding clonidine I was sleeping well around 6 hours? What can be reason? Have you ever seen such? Does it cause insomnia

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It usually helps improve sleep rather than causing insomnia. ...  Read More

My mother is 57 years old and has diabetes. She has severe scalp itching with heavy dandruff/flaky skin. Due to constant scratching, sometimes blood and clear fluid come out. The itching is worse at night and affects her sleep. She was diagnosed with scalp eczema, but multiple medications have not provided significant relief. Please re-evaluate her

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  Read More

I am waking up unrefreshed for last seven eight months ,, especially after lunch I feel even more sleepy and tired ... did all check thyroid , glucose (pradinal, post pradinal) , cortisol, testosterone, iron profile , luetnizing hormone ,sex hormone binding globulin , all CBC , liver function test , echo , ecg, chest x ray , ultrasound abdomen sc

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Yes you should consult ENT Surgeon and physically examine ...  Read More

I only sleep 3 to 4 hours from past 2 months .I used to do rotational shifts earlier but I was completely fine as I was getting 7 to 8 hours sleep but suddenly no sleep , my body is tired but my mind is alert

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Check for reason for less sleep , probably some stress or anxiety . Change your lifestyle and do some exercise before bed time otherwise take medication ...  Read More

I am unable to sleep for 1 year because of father's death and i developed stress anxiety and panic because of that I can't concentrate and sleep

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Hi, medicines and therapy can help. Consult online for treatment ...  Read More

Hello doctors...My baby is 2 and half months old now. She is 32 weeks pre matured baby. She sleep day time continuously more than 3 hours. She didnot sleep from night 1 o clock to morning 8 o clock. During this time she playing and feeding. Is this normal?

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Most new born babies sleep all the time except when hungry until 3 months old. Premature babies can catch up with others at 2 years age. I don’t see anything grossly wrong. ...  Read More

Why is that every night he ends up sleeping while sitting evry now and than,he doesn't feel comfortable while lying down and his stomach has grown very big. Kindly mention what's wrong

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Hi am facing difficulty in getting sleep almost every night ..please subscribe some ayurvedic medicine to get good sleep

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Nidranasha or sleeplessness is primarily caused by an increase in Vata and Pitta or a decrease in Kapha and Tamas. Sleeplessness can be due to many more reasons also. Your brief history is not suffici ...  Read More

My girlfriend's CT scan of the nose shows an S-shaped deviated nasal septum (DNS) with a right septal spur and hypertrophied nasal turbinates. Because of this, she sometimes experiences difficulty breathing through the nose, especially during the night. Her biggest problem is that she is unable to sleep properly. Most nights she sleeps only 3 to 4

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If symptoms are severe then surgical intervention to be recommended ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, I am 34 years female. For the past 1 month I have a problem of itching. At night daily before sleep my hands and legs are itching very badly that I couldn't control scratching. Sometimes I am biting the itchy site to seek soothness.

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

I had my wisdom teeth removed and, within the past 7 months, I have taken antibiotics three times because the wisdom teeth were removed one after another. My prescription included Metrogyl 400 mg, Augmentin 625, Chymoral Forte, Odirab-D, and Combiflam. During the first two courses of antibiotics, I did not experience any symptoms. However, t

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Itching is a sign of fungal infection you can connect for a prescription ...  Read More

Hello, I am in 35 weeks and from last week it's been so itchy over legs and arms, sometimes on. Hands and feet as well. Got tested for bile acid and LFT, reports are fine and everything is normal. But this itching is not letting me sleep during night. I have applied coconut oil, moisturizer or lactcalamine but it's not helping.

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Someone very close to me has been dealing with serious sleep issues. They barely sleep 2-3 hours, and sometimes stay awake for 2–3 days straight. I feel stress or past trauma might be involved, but they don’t really talk about it. I’m genuinely worried and don’t know how to help anymore. Any recommendations or advice would really mean a lot.

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Hello hi sleep is the most important thing in our daily routine.So those who are having sleep difficulties has to get evaluated to rule out the root cause of disturbance.Its so important to fix this a ...  Read More

Those part after itching becomes mole and continuously itching... Kindly guide what to do. I think it need treatment Asap

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It’s Prurigo nodularis Consult online ...  Read More

Skin itching at night time due to which I am unable to sleep It's impacting my daily routine and I feel tired the next day at work Please suggest a treatment

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

I am unable to get proper sleep since last 4 to 5 days. My sleep cycle seems disturbed where I am either sleeping at 3 am or 6 am at morning and hence waking up at noon. This is sudden and haven't experienced such symptoms before. My normal sleep cycle is 11 pm to 8 am, somewhere around those timings of proper 8 hours. Due to poor sleep, I am feeli

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This kind of sudden sleep disturbance is very common due to stress and anxiety , improves well with the right approach 😊 Feel free to consult me directly ,I’ll help you get your sleep cy ...  Read More

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