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How can I manage my coronary artery disease?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 50-year-old male and I have been diagnosed with coronary artery disease for the past two years. Is there any medication that can help cure or manage coronary artery disease? What are the potential side effects of the recommended medications? Are there lifestyle changes or additio... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a chronic condition that cannot be cured, but it can be managed with a combination of medications, lifestyle changes, and additional therapies. The goal of treatment is to reduce the risk of future heart a... Read Full »
I suffer from mental health issues. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 40-year-old woman who has recently observed shifts in my mental and emotional state. What constitutes mental health, and how can I evaluate my well-being? Are there particular risk factors for mental health issues? How can I promote daily mental well-being through lifestyle choi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. It is commendable that you are taking a proactive approach to your mental health. Key aspects of well-being encompass emotional, psychological, and social dimensions. Regularly assessing your mood, thoughts, behaviors, an... Read Full »
I am feeling sluggish after undergoing a colonoscopy. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I am 62 years old. I had a colonoscopy two years ago and had 60 polyps removed, with two being precancerous. I noticed that my bowel movements were very slim, and my primary doctor suggested I see a surgeon for their opinion. The surgeon wanted to schedule a colonoscopy as soon as possi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query, and I can understand your concern.Based on the information provided, it is unclear whether the laceration during your colonoscopy was related to the precancerous polyps that were previously removed or if it occurred for a different reason. Your su... Read Full »
Please explain the impact of circadian rhythm on the heart.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 60-year-old woman, and I am growing increasingly concerned about maintaining a healthy heart and overall well-being. I have come across information suggesting that circadian rhythm and diet play significant roles in heart health. Could you please explain what circadian rhythm is ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is great to hear about your interest in heart health. Circadian rhythm refers to the natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours. This rhythm is influenced by external cues such as light and darkness. Disruptio... Read Full »
Can excess salt in sitz bath raise blood pressure?
Query: Hello doctor, I have high blood pressure, and I used to take Telma 20 mg once daily for the last two years. Besides that, I am also following and taking only right diet for my high blood pressure. But, now for about seven to eight days my BP suddenly raised up to 150/100 mmHg, though I changed takin... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Is there an open wound, which is absorbing salt? Using salt in a sitz bath should not cause a rise in BP. In fact, it may be a response to the pain that you must be having. Even if it is causing high BP, then it would resolve after you discontinue sitz bath and it i... Read Full »
I am getting knee pain even with a simple activity. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 27 year old male. My weight is 85 kg and height is 179 cm. About 2 years ago, I participated in a half marathon. On that day, I started feeling pain in both knees above the patella. I think in quadriceps tendon. I followed RICE and the pain went off. But, after that, whenever I do s... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Considering your symptoms and pain, I have a few points to mention. It is possible that the pain is due to quadriceps pull. However, a condition called chondromalacia patellae should also be ruled out. Do you have pain in climbing upwards or upstairs? I wou... Read Full »
Sometimes, my BP falls than normal. Should I continue BP tablet?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 35 years old. I got mild hypertension during my pregnancy and it continues still. My usual blood pressure will be 140/90 mmHg. Both my parents are with high BP. I have taken my blood tests and urine analysis. Everything is fine, including my ECG. Last year due to improper posture, I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through all the data posted. If your high blood pressure has started during the time of pregnancy, then it may go down within six weeks after delivery. If it does not decrease with six weeks, then it is unlikely to go down. So, you need to continue tablet.... Read Full »
Is it fine to take Losalex twice a day to control hypertension?
Query: Hi doctor, I know a patient who is having hypertension. The doctor has prescribed Losalife H in the morning and Losalex 50 in the night. Is this an excess dose or is it normal? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It depends entirely on the extent of BP (blood pressure) elevation. Usually, most of the patients become well on once-daily dosing. But in some patients, we need twice daily dosing. So often, once daily is enough. But if the BP is not getting controlled or there is too ... Read Full »
I would like to get a proper diagnosis regarding my high hs-CRP.
Query: Hi doctor,I am suffering from iron depletion. My iron is low, but ferritin and hemoglobin are normal. My folic acid was 4 about a year ago. I took Folic acid tablets for two months and it is normal now. My vitamin D has improved after taking tablets. My vitamin B12 is also on the lower side. I am ma... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Based on your query and after going through your reports (attachments removed to protect patient identity), my opinion is as follows:C-reactive protein (CRP) levels are a bit high indicating mild inflammation. This value is suggestive of high cardiac risk.Your cholesterol, ... Read Full »
Is high BP the cause of my head spinning?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 25 year old male, who weighs 245 lbs and 6 feet tall. I work at a prison, which is a state job. A month ago, I looked up casually after walking away from some of my coworkers to some other ones and everything was spinning, and I could not walk straight. They had to walk me down to t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Likelihood of finding anything on stress test is less. I think all your problems is due to high blood pressure. So, the priority is to control your blood pressure and weight. I suggest you lose some weight. You being a young hypertensive patient, you will first need e... Read Full »