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Answered by Dr. Divakara P

I have cystic fibrosis. How to titrate my oxygen levels?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Well, that was a wonderful and well-detailed query. I will answer your query in parts. Regarding your insensitivity to low oxygen saturation: Well, this is an expected development in long-standing lung problems.

June 11, 2026

What factors contribute to elevated values in PFT?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Well, your pulmonary function test (PFT) values are totally fine. Any value above 80 percent of predicted value is considered as normal. So, your values are too good. I hope it helps.

June 10, 2026

How common is Ciprofloxacin delirium in elderly?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, Ciprofloxacin can cause delirium, especially in the elderly. But, you need to know that it is an uncommon side effect of Ciprofloxacin, and before terming it as drug-induced delirium, other causes have to be ruled out. If the delirium is due to Ciprofloxacin, then it shall resolve within four to five days after stopping the medicine. I hope this helps.

June 4, 2026

How can imbalance in walking be cured?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It appears that the patient is having neurological problems at multiple levels. The causes for imbalance while walking: The problem in the cerebellum (part of the brain), is unlikely in this case as the MRI of the brain was normal (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Weakness in one part of the body might have happened due to stroke, even then MRI brain should have shown that. Weakness in both lower limbs due to problems in the spinal cord.

June 4, 2026

Can high calcium and low vitamin D cause hyperparathyroidism?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Joint pain, bone pain, and osteoporosis are very frequently seen in hyperparathyroidism. But the very essential component in the diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism is serum parathormone (PTH) levels, which need to be elevated. It can be normal in the case of secondary hyperparathyroidism.

June 3, 2026

What are the medications available to treat Hashimoto's thyroiditis and sinus tachycardia?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I want to know. Is your condition related to idiopathic sinus tachycardia? What investigations have been done, and why are you not fit for ablation? I suggest tablet Ivabradine 10 mg twice daily. Thank you..

June 2, 2026

Why is my aunt having severe breathing problems?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through the reports and will try to analyze them to the best of my ability. First of all, her CT is clearly showing signs of interstitial lung disease (attachments removed to protect patient's identity), but there may be a superadded infection over it. Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) comprises a group of lung diseases; some are easily treatable, and some are not. But a CT (computerized tomography) scan will not tell what kind of ILD it is.

May 18, 2026

I have low sperm count with very low motility. Attempting to conceive a baby. Please guide me

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, we have to diagnose the cause of your problem. The most common cause of this is a condition called varicocele. For the detection of varicocele, I suggest you do the following: An ultrasound of the scrotum. Get tested for diabetes.

April 29, 2026

I am 60, with Parkinson's. Why are my arms and legs paining?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The pain could be just due to musculoskeletal pain which just requires some muscle relaxants like tablet Zerodol-MR (Aceclofenac and Tizanidine) two times a day for four to five days. But it could be also due to inadequate dose for Parkinson's and that in turn causing muscle stiffness. Kindly mention the drugs and dosage you are taking for Parkinson's disease. Until then you can take the above mentioned drug.

March 18, 2026

How can I increase my height at age 19?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have read your query and understand your concern.Growth in height is very difficult after 18 years of age. I will not say it is impossible, but it is very difficult. I recommend you to do skipping, pull-ups and basketball.

March 10, 2026

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