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My friend with PCOS is experiencing suicidal tendencies. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor. I have a friend struggling with polycystic ovary syndrome. She is trying to conceive but has not had any luck, and on top of that, she has been feeling down lately. Also, she has suicidal thoughts, which has got me worried. I know PCOS can mess with your hormones and make it harder to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Your friend is suffering from polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD). In this disease, the periods become irregular, and there is difficulty in conceiving a baby, which may be the cause of her suicidal thoughts. The hormo... Read Full »
I have been experiencing hormonal imbalance. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 22-year-old female. I have been experiencing a wide range of symptoms that lead me to suspect the presence of a hormonal imbalance. These symptoms include irregular menstrual cycles, unexplained weight fluctuations, persistent fatigue, mood swings, and changes in skin conditions.... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. The menstrual cycle is controlled by a set of hormones that are supposed to be within the normal range. However, there are cases where people develop insulin resistance resulting in irregular periods, unexplained weight fluctuation, and mood s... Read Full »
My PAP smear test shows metaplastic epithelial cells. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 39 years old female. For the last three months, I am having a long period cycle for 10 days. The first day is flowing but rest days are spotting. I have done pap smear test as suggested by a gynecologist. The report is showing some metaplastic epithelial cells. I was suggested to ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), could not read it completely as important part is missing from the picture. But, there is some chronic infection of the cervix that affected cervical histology and there are some changes in the ce... Read Full »
Why did I have delayed periods with negative pregnancy test?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 18 years old and I am sexually active. Last month, I had sex twice using condoms. I did not get my periods for the past two months. Frequently, I have delayed periods for few days. So I took a pregnancy test last week and it came back negative. I do not know whether I am pregnant ... Read Full »
Dr. Mishra Keeranmayee Mihirkumar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I need to know the exact date of your last period. Please mention whether you have any weight gain, excessive facial or body hair, delayed periods, and dark pigmentation around the neck or armpits. As your pregnancy test is negative, you have a chance of developing PCOS... Read Full »
Can irregular periods cause unwanted hair growth and acne?
Query: Hello doctor, I am experiencing irregular periods, sometimes two times a month (latest before three months) and sometimes it will skip for two or three months. I also noticed that I suddenly have hair growing on my stomach and chest. Also, I do not have hair on my legs before but now I have a few ha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your statement, now you are suffering from amenorrhea (absence of menstrual cycle), hirsutism (hair growth in women in the male pattern), acne (pimples-one type of acne on the back) and having no history of thyroid or hormo... Read Full »
I noticed spotting twice, and feel tired. I also have abdominal cramps. Should I be concerned?
Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old girl. I did not have my periods for the past two months. However, I noticed some brownish spotting twice, which lasted two days. I felt more tired than usual during this period. I felt nauseating every day in the morning and night. I have cramps in the lower part o... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. From your history, I presume you have PCOD ( Polycystic ovarian disease). This is a congenital condition, I mean it is a genetically programmed condition, you get it from your parents. When yo... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I had my periods 44 days back and then I took an I-pill nine days after that within an hour of intercourse. I got bleeding six days after taking the I-pill which lasted for five days and till now I did not get my periods.What could be the reason? Please help me.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. The most common cause of a missed menstrual period is conception. There is sometimes a loss of blood via the vagina when the fertilized ovum is implanted into the lining of the uterus. This is known as implantation bl... Read Full »
I have PCOS, and I am trying to conceive. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have been diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome and, also trying to conceive for more than three years ago. I consulted a doctor and he has prescribed me Metformin hydochloride. However, it has been three months since there have been no signs of a period. This Metformin hydrochloride... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query, Menstrual irregularities could be due to hormonal imbalance cause by polycystic ovarian syndrome. Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a endocrinal disorder in which hormonal imbalance will be there due to cyst in ovary, facial hair growth and weigh... Read Full »
Why is there brown spotting with clots during periods?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having brown spotting with blood clots, and there is no pain or cramps. I had my periods in the first week of June. I had unprotected intercourse in the first week of October, but my partner did not ejaculate inside me. I again had intercourse (protected) and I had slight bleedin... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Considering the fact that your periods have been irregular since long and the interval is three to four months, then for sure, you should be evaluated for causes of oligomenorrhea like PCOD (polycystic ovary disease), hypothyroidism, and hyperprolactinemia. Also impo... Read Full »
Why do I have irregular periods and brown vaginal discharge?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 21-year-old female. Firstly, I have not had periods for two months, and then in the third month, I have brown discharge from the vagina, and I cannot stop the brown and red discharge. I have been suffering from this condition since last month. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Thanks for trusting us with your health care. I am very sorry about your medical condition. Do not worry; I am here to take care of you. Regarding your symptoms, I believe you have irregular menstruation due to a hormone imbalance. Do you have any history of contraceptive pill use or aborti... Read Full »