Q My son fears animals a lot and continuously cries. What can I do?

The fear for large animals is obvious but if the child has got it for smaller pets you need to put some positive efforts. You can help your child to overcome the fear of animals by gradually introducing your child to small animals. Show your child pictures of animals in which they are playful. Take small steps at a time and do not rush things or it may back fire.

Q Dental carries severe pain when I have

Dental caries are seen due to the infection of the bacteria. The infection is represnted by an plaque formation and which further leads to tooth decay if not treated in time. You have to take the preventive measures like brushing your teeth and flossing them at least twice a day. If the pain is severe, you must consult the dentist to take the proper treatment and medications.

Q I am having chest pains every day multiple times. Should I be worried? I am 17 years old. They hurt a lot and last from 20 to 45 seconds. I cant move or do anything or it ll hurt.

Having chest pain multiple times may be something you should take it seriously, whatever is the cause. It is advised to consult the physician as early as you can, to rule out the cause. Some of the causes for repeated chest pain include- muscular pain, any injury or trauma, heart burn etc. It is less common to have any underlying heart disease at this age but, the probability is there.

Q Can rubbing penis on vagina result in pregnancy?

Yes. Rubbing penis on vagina can result in pregnancy as the lubricating fluid produced may contain sperms.

Q Is chlamydia only caught through sexual contact?

Chlamydia is sexually transmitted disease. And it can pass from one person to other through vaginal, anal and oral sex. However it can be transmitted to the children by their mothers at the time of birth. The disease can remain insignificant for many years in women having the infection in cervical area.

Q What is histrionic disorder?

Histrionic personality disorder is characterized by a long-standing pattern of attention seeking behavior and extreme emotionality. Someone with histrionic personality disorder wants to be the center of attention in any group of people, and feel uncomfortable when they are not. While often lively, interesting and sometimes dramatic, they have difficulty when people arent focused exclusively on them. People with this disorder may be perceived as being shallow, and may engage in sexually seductive or provocative behavior to draw attention to themselves.

Q My two year daughter fell from the slide this morning. In evening she passed white stool with bad smell.

Episode of fall and the white stool does not seem to be connected. But at the same time white coloured stool can not be ignored. Stool gets its normal yellow- brown colour due to bile. White colour stool indicate that either the bile is not produced or it is obstructed. Hence it should be evaluated by the doctor. Consult your family physician at the earliest.

Q My left testicle divided into two parts this is a problem or not

Since how much time does the testicle appear like this? Is it by birth? Is there pain or swelling? Is there difficulty in urination too? Are there any other symptoms? It may be the swelling known as Orchitis. If the swelling is painful, it could be due to an infection. Injury may sometimes cause swelling giving such an appearance. Kindly consult a surgeon or a physician for proper diagnosis & treatment.

Q How to avoid dandfuff?

There are many reasons for dandruff - Stress, nutritional deficiencies, excessive dryness of the scalp, fungal infection, vitamin C deficiency, pregnancy, long illness, thyroid imbalance, as well as hair damage caused by procedures like hair coloring/dyeing, bleaching, straightening, perming, etc. You can do following things to prevent hair loss: Getting proper nutrition is essential for healthy hair. Water, protein, biotin (part of the vitamin B complex), vitamins A, B6, B12, C, copper, iron, omega 3 fatty acids, zinc, calcium, folic acid, and magnesium all play a part in maintaining a healthy scalp, skin, and hair. Using your fingertips to massage your scalp will increase circulation in your scalp which is important for hair growth. Take 10-12 jaswand (hibiscus) flower +200gm methi (fig) seeds soaked in coconut oil for 7 days then boil it sleeve it and use it daily for head massage it prevent hair loss, promote new hair growth and hairs become thick and restrict dandruff formation. In a week massage your scalp with yoghurt(curd) or aloe-Vera pulp or neem leaves paste which has antibacterial properties which help to clear dandruff formation. Instead of using chemical shampoo, use rita to wash the hairs; take 7-8 rita soaked for whole night boil in the morning in water gently massage and wash the hairs with this mixture.Gentle combing or brushing of your hair will help break up hardened oils that clog your pores. It is recommended that you comb or brush 100-200 strokes in the morning and at night. Avoid excessive wind, sun, and heat (such as from hair dryers, hot showers, and curling irons) on your hair. Tight fitting caps and hats will cause poor circulation in your scalp and will also cause buildup of sweat and grime. Take plenty of water keep yourself hydrated. Take care.

Q How to reduce indigestion problem i am not getting free motion in morning how to reduce this please reply to me...

Take smaller bites. Get Enough Water during the day. Increase your Dietary Fiber. Try to have salad in your food. Salad is high source of fibres which helps in digestion. Taking the fermented food like curd which helps in proper digestion of food. Star taking the food in natural state like carrot. Take fresh carrot and eat it whole. This is the most important of the natural digestion. Dont try to put strees on your weight. Dont over-eat. Divide your meals into well-spaced nutritionally balanced meals with plenty of fibre and fresh fruit and vegetables. Stimulants such as caffeine, alcohol, sugar and cigarettes can adversely affect the digestive system. Increase fresh fruits (organic where possible) e.g. apples, berries, pineapple, papaya. Yoghurt containing live probiotics such as acidophilus and bifidus is also a valuable addition to the diet. Increase fresh vegetables (organic where possible) e.g. green leafy vegies, carrots. Choose lean protein sources Tofu, legumes, unsalted raw nuts and seeds and nut butters and fish Hydration - drink at least 2 litres of filtered water daily and fresh vegetable juices. Consume more whole grains such as brown rice, rye, oats, millet and breads free of yeast and wheat.