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Answered by Dr. Ighodalo Nathan

How and when to use an over-the-counter nasal spray?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I would like to know if you have been diagnosed with allergic rhinitis, asthma, or any other allergic conditions. Fluticasone nasal spray is an intranasal steroid usually prescribed for allergic respiratory conditions. It works by reducing the immune response to inhaled allergens.

April 10, 2026

How much time does it take for the pain and swelling to resolve after PFT surgery?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your question. Unfortunately, I cannot find your attached picture. I apologize for any inconvenience caused. Mild pain and swelling are signs of inflammation which is the body's natural response to injury.

February 20, 2026

How does my O-negative blood group help in emergency situations?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Blood types are usually classified into A, B, AB, and O for simplicity, although there are other rarer types. The 'negative' part refers to the absence of the rhesus D antigen, which is found in the blood of most individuals but not in a significant number of people. If you have the rhesus D antigen, you are considered 'positive,' and if you don't have it, you are 'negative.

January 14, 2026

Have you experienced a side stitch during physical activity?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Pain in the upper right part of the abdomen below the diaphragm during physical activity is common. It is known as a side stitch or, medically, as exercise-related transient abdominal pain. It may be helpful to warm up and stretch before strenuous activity and take breaks from time to time.

January 22, 2025

What causes lower right abdominal and back pain?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand that you have been experiencing an increased frequency of urination and a heightened urge to urinate. I would like to inquire if you are also experiencing any vaginal or vulval itching, as well as if the discharge has a foul smell. Based on these symptoms, it appears that you may have both a genital tract and urinary tract infection.

July 1, 2024

Does smoking cigarettes increase hemoglobin count?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your question. I presume you are referring to hemoglobin by Hb. Your blood hemoglobin is mildly elevated at 17.2 mg/dl.

May 31, 2024

What causes delayed periods and white discharge?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A whitish vaginal discharge is usually a sign of a yeast infection (otherwise known as vulvovaginal candidiasis). It can be acquired through sex though not always. It can also be acquired through douching or washing the vagina with soap as that kills the healthy vaginal microbiome giving candida a chance to overmultiply.

May 15, 2024

What could cause delayed periods after taking an I-pill?

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 bleeding.

May 15, 2024

What could be the reason for a delay in periods despite negative home pregnancy test results?

Hello, I am here to help you with your health queries. I can understand your concern. May I ask about the length of the delay in your period? Could you please let me know if you are taking oral contraceptive pills or if you have used emergency contraceptives? These medications are known to alter the menstrual cycle. Pregnancy typically occurs when a woman engages in vaginal penetrative sex during her ovulation period, which is usually around day 14 if the woman has a 28-day cycle, although it may vary depending on the woman's cycle length. Sperm can survive for up to 72 hours, so if a woman has sex 72 hours before her ovulation, there is still a chance of pregnancy. Could you please provide information about the length of your menstrual cycle, meaning from the first day of menstrual bleeding until the next menstrual bleeding the following month? Also, if you had sex, at what point during your menstrual cycle did it occur, and did your partner ejaculate in your vagina? All these factors can affect the chances of becoming pregnant.

April 6, 2024

What could cause severe abdominal pain, vomiting, joint pain, and extreme tiredness in a 35-year-old patient?

Hello, Welcome to Icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. It would be impossible to determine if he requires admission without physically examining him. Admission depends on the physical state of a patient such as his blood pressure, pulse and respiratory rate otherwise known as his vitals. There are other factors but those are the most common determinants.

January 30, 2024

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