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Answered on Jul 03, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - May 31, 2024Hindi

Is My Blood Pressure Normal? A Senior Citizen's Guide

Ans: 120/80 or below

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Answered on Jul 03, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Oct 06, 2023Hindi

Help! My Mother's Strange Symptoms & Itchy Patches After Severe COVID

Ans: This sounds like possible allergy or an autoimmune condition. You would need a more thorough evaluation. You are welcome to reach out to me at Nanavati Max Hospital in Mumbai or any physician nearby.

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Answered on Jul 03, 2024

Question by S - Sep 23, 2023Hindi

Should I Change My Blood Pressure Medication at Age 69?

Ans: If your BP is steady and controlled, and you have no side effects of the medication, you don't need to change it.

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Answered on Jul 03, 2024

Question by Arun - Jun 22, 2024Hindi

Empty stomach causing diabetes? What should a 63-year-old with an HbA1c of 6.0 eat or drink?

Ans: I'm unable to understand the question. Empty stomach is causing diabetes? How? Do your dugars go up when your stomach is empty? Or do they go down? If they go down, you can eat high fibre fruits or a few nuts/seeds. Avoid dry fruit which is very high in sugar. Also if you are already taking medication, and your Hba1C is 6.0, and you are facing low sugar periods, you may need to reduce your medications.

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Answered on Jul 03, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Mar 11, 2024Hindi

Seeking Alternative to Costly Glyxambi for Diabetes

Ans: There are several cheaper substitutes. You can go to any of the pharmacy websites like Tata 1mg for example and look up Glyxambi. on that page, look up 'view all substitutes'. This would give you all the different options. Alternatively, you can go to generic medications store and they will be able to give you even cheaper substitutes, either in the same combination or as separate pills.

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Answered on Jul 03, 2024

Question by Ramesh - Jul 01, 2024Hindi

Worried about my fatty liver: How can I reduce it?

Ans: Eating lean and exercising regularly. Lean eating means more fruits, vegetables, dals, nuts and seeds. Avoid high fat, fried foods, red meats, simple sugars, excessive carbohydrates. Exercise at least 5 hours a week with 3 hours of cardio and 2 hours of strength training, approximately.

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Answered on Jul 03, 2024

Question by MILIND - Jul 02, 2024Hindi

How to Lower My High Uric Acid Levels?

Ans: Try eating a lot leaner meaning less carbohydrates and mildly reduced proteins. Eat a lot more fruit and vegetables. If the uric acid is over 8, you may need medication.

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Answered on Jun 21, 2024

Question by Suresh - Jun 05, 2024Hindi

77-Year-Old Post-Bypass Patient Seeks Advice for Weakness, Dizziness, and Muscle Pain

Ans: I feel you need your medications adjusted. They're probably making you feel like this.

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Answered on Jun 21, 2024

Question by Ekta - Jun 15, 2024Hindi

My Hearing Has Been Weakening: How Can I Regain it at 20?

Ans: You must get your hearing formally tested and then see. There are different kinds of hearing loss and therefore different treatments.

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Answered on Jun 21, 2024

Question by K - Jun 17, 2024Hindi

Should I Increase Metoprolol For My 130/140 BP? (69 Year Old, 3-Year History)

Ans: The question seems incomplete

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Answered on Jun 21, 2024

Question by Dan - Jun 19, 2024Hindi

41-year-old with recurring Ulcerative Colitis after COVID vaccine: How to get back to normal?

Ans: Ulcerative colitis can be an intermittent and somewhat progressive illness. I would suggest taking allopathic medications to get complete relief and then maintaining with diet, fitness and some alternative medicines as you prefer.

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Answered on Jun 21, 2024

Question by Tauhid - Jun 19, 2024Hindi

CKD Patient: Does BP Medication Control Pressure for 24 Hours?

Ans: That is normal. But would be better to control further with further salt restriction and/or medication.

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Answered on Jun 21, 2024

Question by My - Jun 20, 2024Hindi

Fatty Liver: Can a 46-Year-Old Vegetarian Reverse Liver Stiffness (7.7 kPa)?

Ans: Fatty liver is largely treated with increased levels of fitness and healthy eating. And this practice has to be consistent.

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Answered on Jun 21, 2024

Question by Animesh - Jun 20, 2024Hindi

Sudden Black Smoke Obstruction in Left Eye - Seeking Help

Ans: You may have developed some changes on the retina or some clouding in the fluid of the eye. Best to have it checked with an Ophthalmologist.

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Answered on Jun 21, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Jun 21, 2024Hindi

Can Homeopathic Medicine Treat My Gallbladder Stones?

Ans: It all depends on the size, number of stones, if there is any impacted at the neck, any episodes of cholecystitis (inflammation), and general health. However, by and large it is recommended to get rid of gall stones as they're always a nuisance with an attack of gall bladder inflammation waiting to happen.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by Alok - Feb 05, 2024Hindi

Should I be worried about my fasting sugar level of 112? (42 years old male)

Ans: It is a bit on the higher side with normal being 100. It would be a good idea to either check the HBA1C to be a bit more certain, else just try and reduce your carbs as well as over all calorie intake to reduce the fasting sugars. This is of course assuming you are a little overweight. If not, you should see a physician and get some more specific advice.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by Muhammad - Nov 08, 2023Hindi

Should I Continue My BP Medicine Dosage?

Ans: If the BP recorded multiple times is remaining a bit low, it maybe possible to reduce the dose. However, you should see the physician, have the BP checked in the clinic, and discuss the new dosages.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 15, 2024Hindi

Diabetic & Pancreatitis, Can I Gain Weight After Dinner at 6pm?

Ans: While it is a positive intervention as we tend to eat more and digest less if we eat a late dinner, the reason for your weight loss maybe different. You should see a physician soon based on your weight loss alone.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 15, 2024Hindi

Worried about my high triglycerides at 32: What are the future complications?

Ans: Triglycerides are largely an interplay of their metabolism, diet and genetics. You would benefit from reducing consumption of non fibre carbs, excessive processed foods and fried foods. Would also help to exercise at least 5 days a week. Recheck your lipids after 3 months and see your doctor.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by Sunder - Feb 17, 2024Hindi

Should I Be Worried About My Cholesterol Levels at Age 61?

Ans: LDL and HDL are both a little elevated. You will likely need a statin but it would help to understand if you have any other risk factors.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 21, 2024Hindi

Should I Take Ecosprin AV 75 Despite Conflicting Doctor Advice?

Ans: Aspirin and Statin are suggested based on the risk for cardiovascular disease. Diabetes is a big risk factor. If you have even one more risk factor, it makes sense to take Aspirin and Statin, to maintain your LDL below 70. You have not mentioned your LDL. I would recommend you get one formal consultation to understand the various risk factors and interventions.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by Sidhartha - Feb 23, 2024Hindi

My Sugar Levels Are High! What Should a 39-Year-Old Man Do?

Ans: That's quite good. Tending ever so slightly towards pre-diabetes but with proper diet and exercise, this will remain this way or get even better. If not it has potential to go to diabetes quite rapidly, especially since you are around the age of 40.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by sweta - Feb 23, 2024Hindi

Worried Mom Seeks Help for Son's Persistent Under-Eye Dark Patches

Ans: I would recommend he see a physician and a dermatologist physically.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 24, 2024Hindi

Should I Be Worried About Low HDL Despite Low Total Cholesterol?

Ans: There are a lot of genetic variations in cholesterol levels from family to family. By and large these numbers are ok. HDL can be improved a little with regular exercise.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by Vinay - Apr 29, 2024Hindi

Is My Blood Sugar Level of 120 After Taking Diabetic Medication Okay? (Stage 3 Liver Disease)

Ans: The level is ok as far as fasting sugar goes. It would also help to know the actual liver numbers and the HBA1C , which is the 3 months avg of the sugar levels. That would help understand the level of sugar control better. And sugar control is very important for the liver as well, among other precautions.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by prabir - Apr 29, 2024Hindi

Why Do I Have a Bitter and Astringent Taste on My Tongue?

Ans: It could be due to one of many reasons, vitamin deficiency, local infection, gum disease etc. It would be best to see a physician for a physical consultation.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Apr 30, 2024Hindi

73 Year Old Male Asks: Is My Liver Okay? AST/ALT Ratio Questioned.

Ans: The numbers are quite ok but the elevation in the AST is secondary to alcohol and it is a very mild elevation, still within normal range. But as we get older our systems are less tolerant, so it would be better to watch the intake of alcohol and keep it a bit lower still.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by Dipayan - May 01, 2024Hindi

Acidity, Gas, and Bloating After Curd: What Can I Do?

Ans: If this is a new phenomenon, it maybe because of a change in your digestion or your gut bacteria. Generally, though curd has good bacteria, it also has some lactose. It is possible that you are not able to digest that. Do you digest other milk products well? You will benefit from a personal consultation.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Question by Rajesh - May 01, 2024Hindi

Wife's Excessive Drinking: Husband Seeks Advice

Ans: She will need urgent intervention. Possibly a rehab program. Can you first have her see a psychiatrist perhaps? Sometimes these addictive behaviours stem from underlying anxiety or depression.

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Answered on May 02, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - May 01, 2024Hindi

Is My Alcohol Consumption a Problem? An Early 30s Man's Dilemma

Ans: In my humble opinion, it is unhealthy to drink so much. That you feel that your happiness is depending on alcohol rather than life in general may need a little introspection. You are still very young and this much drinking is quite likely to have negative effects on your metabolism, your liver and your heart. It would be a great experiment or try and stay away from alcohol and any other similar mind altering substance for at least a year and see how you can derive happiness/ contentment from other aspects of life.
I would be very interested to know your approach going forward.

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Answered on Apr 27, 2024

Question by Nirmalya - Apr 24, 2024Hindi

Struggling to Raise HDL as a 60-Year-Old Diabetic Man: Can You Help?

Ans: HDL is increased by eating more essential fatty acids like in nuts and seeds, Niacin and most importantly with exercise, especially cardio, like running/ swimming/cycling or brisk walking.

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Answered on Apr 27, 2024

Question by Deepak - Apr 26, 2024Hindi

Worried 36-Year-Old: Crumbling Hands - Parkinson's or Something Else?

Ans: This is a kind of tremor but not necessarily Parkinson's. There are many other causes like essential tremor which runs in families, thyroid problems and other such conditions. So you should get and examination done by a neurologist or a physician.

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Answered on Feb 01, 2024

Question by Aavriti - Jan 30, 2024Hindi

Hi I am 25 years old, I have 158 LDL level and Total Cholesterol 221. Problem is this that Cholesterol spots are appearing on my eyes. I am controlling my diet, increased fibres and almost eliminated fried food, no sugar intake such as chocolates. Yet the spots have appeared on my eyes. Xanthelasma is the condition and it is something that has occurred in my maternal family. Is there no way to prevent the appearance of cholesterol spots near my eyes?

Ans: You can take a medicine to reduce the cholesterol further. This is largely genetic and may not completely resolve.

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Answered on Feb 01, 2024

Asked by Anonymous - Feb 01, 2024Hindi

I am 44 Years old, my Triglyceride level is 476 from last two years and my HBA1C is 6.2. What health complication I may face and what precautions shall I take to improve my Triglyceride and sugar levels.

Ans: The triglyceride level is high and could cause conditions like pancreatitis. Atherosclerosis is not so much associated with high triglycerides as is with cholesterol levels. However your high TG and increased Hba1c suggest insulin resistance as a central metabolic problem. This can be controlled by a healthy diet and regular exercise. Diet should be low in simple sugar and starch and high in protein and low calorie vegetables.

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Answered on Sep 22, 2023

Question by zia - Sep 22, 2023Hindi

I am 53 years old, Suffering from high BP,taking regular medicines Telma 40 mg once a day since last three years. At the same time, I was having high uric acid ( gout )problem before the start of high BP.However, Ever since I sacrificed the non veg ,uric acid level is within limit since last one year. Is there any solution to permanently treat and lower the BP and uric acid simultaneously. Also, I want to re-start non-veg food.

Ans: If you’re overweight a drop in weight would definitely help both the problems. If not regulating your salt intake and adjusting your diet will help.

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Answered on Sep 22, 2023

Question by Asim - Sep 07, 2023Hindi

Sir, I am 62 years old ,suffering from reccuring UTI, in an iterval of 2 Months fever comes with shivering, burning sensation at and after pee is not significant but end of pee through pee organs air and bubbles are released with a sound it occurs also in a time intervals. At present I am under care of a urologist but persistent of problem is making me weak. What should I do sir

Ans: Please come and see me asap at Nanavati Max Are you diabetic?

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Answered on Sep 22, 2023

Question by Subir - Jul 17, 2023Hindi

If I walk 20 step sweating start.Is it heart problem?

Ans: Could be. You should get checked immediately.

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Answered on Sep 22, 2023

Asked by Anonymous - Aug 10, 2023Hindi

How should I reduce my medicine intake for blood pressure once the blood pressure is normal? Presently, I take Telma 40 mg tablet in the afternoon every day.? Also any generic medicine for this tablet? Are generic drugs really the same quality as the name brands?

Ans: Telmisartan is the name of the medicine you are taking. You can choose any brand that you are comfortable with.
Regarding reducing the medicine, if the BP is 120/80 or below, you can reduce the medicine to half and monitor BP. If it increases, you are not ready to reduce the medicine. But if it remains the same, you can try and stop it. Continue to monitor BP. Give 2 weeks before making any changes

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Answered on Sep 16, 2023

Asked by Anonymous - Aug 28, 2023Hindi

Hello Sir, Could you tell us good multi-vitamin tablet to be taken on daily basis for a Diabetic patient? Currently, I am taking Shelcal-HD-12 on daily basis but after every six months when I do full body check-up, my Vitamin D is on the lower side and then I have to take once-a-week tablet for it.

Ans: Generally you will need the once a week tablet every month after the Vitamin D become normal. Apart from that a Bcomplex vitamin is good. You can try Remylin D or Nuhenz or Neurobion

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Answered on Sep 16, 2023

Question by RP - Jul 31, 2023Hindi

mY MADAM SUGAR LEVEL FASTING is192 KYA KRE

Ans: Diet, exercise, medicines. Please see a MD physician. You should start medicines and simultaneously change lifestyle.

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Answered on Sep 16, 2023

Question by Harsh - Sep 12, 2023Hindi

My younger sister has scalp infections, and as per advise of dermatologist Drs applied fungal and bacterial infection tubes like dermi5, casterNF, OflomapOC, but infection remained and then red spots rashes and boil spread occurred on full upper body. Dr then gave prednisolone steroid tablets 5mg, 1-0-1. But after tanking 4th tab swelling came on face scalp hands back and belly region. How to get rid of steroids swelling and infection?

Ans: It’s difficult to opine without seeing her. Please get an opinion of a physician.

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Answered on Sep 16, 2023

Question by Parry - Sep 16, 2023Hindi

Dear Dr. Mahajan, I am living in the US right now. I moved from India in January 2023. I don't have yet my driver's license, so I walk to office from home and back. It makes around 6 kms, five days a week. I have a blood pressure, it remains 70-75 to 110-120 with the help of Olmin 10 (1-o-1), Few days ago, my stock emptied and my family sent me a courier of Olmin from India. During this 5 days of without medicine, my blood pressure would go up to 90-140 range after walking back from office. And after 15 mins of sitting, it comes to 80-120 in an ideal range. No symptoms of chest pain, no short breath or no sweating. I got a local doctor prescribe me Olmin equivalent here in the US. It is available in 5 mg. I started taking 1-0-1 (5 mg) and monitored my BP, it remains 80-120 even after a brisk walk and measuring it immediately. Do I need a BP medicine? or the walking 5 days x 6 kms from 9 months have improved my health? I was 90 kg when I arrived in the US. Now weighing 86 kg. My height is 172 cms. Still over weight. I am type II diabetic and take Udapa-10 (1-0-0) and Glycomet GP-1 (0-0-1) and HBA1C is 6.2 before moving to the US. Do you think, my overall health has improved ? By the way, I am 54 Years old.

Ans: I would recommend you take the Olmin since apart from just BP control, it protects your kidneys. You can take 5 twice a day at least.

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Answered on Aug 20, 2023

Question by Anil - Aug 19, 2023Hindi

Hello Doctor. My name is Anil and I am based out in Delhi NCR. A few years back, I visited a hospital and just out of curiosity, got my blood pressure checked and the upper one was around 150. Doctor advised me to take precautions. A few days back, I again visited a hospital with my wife and this time as well, got my blood pressure checked and this time it came around 190. Can you please advise how serious it is. and if it can be cured by changing lifestyle etc. or a proper medication is required. I sometime feels dizziness, sleepiness and feverish.

Ans: This level of BP needs good control quickly. Please see a MD physician immediately and start medication while also starting lifestyle modifications. Slowly you can reduce the medicines and continue just lifestyle changes. Also you need to be evaluated to check for any effects of the high BP that have already occurred.

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Answered on Aug 20, 2023

Asked by Anonymous - Aug 12, 2023Hindi

Hi, I am Diabetic from last 15 years and on Metformin medication. Are there any side effects of Metformin if I keep taking it for a longer period of time and is there possibility of controlling my blood sugar without having to take Metformin with discipline in eating habits and regular exercise ?

Ans: Answered before already. Please see answered questions

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Answered on Aug 20, 2023

Question by Sandeep - Aug 17, 2023Hindi

I had kidney cancer surgery on 23rd June, 75 % kidney was removed. Kindly advise about diet plans and precautions to be taken. I am diabetic as well.

Ans: Overall kidney function would determine your stage of kidney disease/ dysfunction if any. typically one good kidney is enough to maintain normal function. Diabetes, however, does cause kidney dysfunction and needs good control to prevent the same. Diet should be geared towards providing adequate calories for proper recovery and keep the carbs low so as to manage diabetes well. I would suggest discussing with your doctor regarding putting you on kidney protective medications which will also help control your sugars.

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Answered on Aug 20, 2023

Question by BRAHMA - Aug 17, 2023Hindi

Dear Doctor,my wife has regular pain in right knee. After seeing X-Ray Doctor says bone is wearing and precribed Procart for three months to stop further wear and suggest physiotherapy is the best remedy for it. Please advise this be best remedy or any other medication can be done

Ans: Early Osteoarthritis of the knee is best treated in the above manner. With Knee strengthening exercises and some cartilage support supplements. A little weight loss would also help.

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Answered on Aug 20, 2023

Question by Anil - Aug 04, 2023Hindi

Greetings Sir They say if a diabetic patient takes a sweet it will get reflected in pre and post-sugar levels. I have seen several times the pre and post-sugar are well under the range despite eating sweets. Is it because of the medicine impact?

Ans: Sweets and other carbohydrate rich foods and in fact all foods would affect sugar levels in certain ways, some less and some more. If the body's metabolism is good or if the medications in a diabetic patient are adequate, you may not have abnormal sugars even after consuming high carb foods.

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Answered on Aug 20, 2023

Question by Kgodiyar - Aug 07, 2023Hindi

we have sugar last 1 year not checking sugar we take generic medicine but not any energy in body . when morning wake up totally body pan

Ans: Please recheck your sugars and monitor them. High sugars could be the cause for low energy. The medication may need adjustment.

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Answered on Aug 20, 2023

Asked by Anonymous - Aug 09, 2023Hindi

Me and my wife, we are planning family for last 8 months. But wife is not getting pregnant. Shall we seek doctors advice? I am 32 and my wife is 30. We got married in Dec 2020. Please suggest.

Ans: 8 months is not a very long time and most likely you will conceive naturally. However, it is a good idea to see a fertility specialist or a OBGYN once and get evaluated to ensure you are not missing anything which will need attention later. There is no need to jump to fertility procedures but being aware that everything is normal would be very reassuring and encourage you try naturally in a more stress free way. All the best!

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Answered on Aug 20, 2023

Asked by Anonymous - Aug 14, 2023Hindi

Why are so many young people dying of heart attacks? What is wrong?

Ans: Physical inactivity, junk food and stress

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