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Answered by Dr. K. Shanmuganandan

What causes high RBC, hemoglobin, and hematocrit levels?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. After going through the query, the only concern is high cholesterol, for which I advise Statin to be taken only after consulting your doctor. In addition, the keto diet may increase your LDL (low-density lipoprotein). What is your current physical activity? What are the supplements you are taking now? Kindly revert for any specific doubts. Thank you.

May 19, 2026

Kindly tell me erectile dysfunction treatments.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you can take Tadalafil or Sildenafil tablets for an erection. It may bring blood pressure slightly lower. Otherwise, it is safe. If the TSH level is slightly high, how is the sugar level? Also, learn to relax, as anxiety also causes erectile dysfunction.

May 19, 2026

What are the precautionary steps to take if had been exposed to a dirty needle during a blood test?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Blood drawing is generally considered a safe procedure, and it should not cause fever. Kindly answer the following questions so that I can help you. Was the blood drawing needle disposable and used once? Could you confirm if the vacutainer needle used is from BD (Becton Dickinson) and if it is considered safe? Did the nurse wore gloves while drawing blood? What were the results of the tests? Please let me know about the questions so that I can help you further.

May 8, 2026

What could be the reason for chronic severe headaches and a feverish feeling when exposed to a strong smell?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the problem in detail. You seem to have these issues: Vascular headache. Environmental triggers cause nasal congestion. Vaso vagal syncope.

May 8, 2026

How to get rid of left hip pain in the young female that increases with body movements and does not reduce on medications?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. You have left hip pain suggestive of ligament pull or impingement. I suggest you answer a few questions mentioned below. Is the pain more during the morning and accompanied by stiffness? Which movement like flexion, extension, abduction, or adduction causes maximum pain? Do you have rest pain? If you have pain, I feel you have impingement or ligament strain which can be discerned by MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).

May 8, 2026

What is the effective treatment for chronic stomach pain after using Naproxen that resists multiple treatments?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your symptoms, history, blood work, and results. At the outset, let me assure you the results are good, and your organ functions are excellent for your age. However, you have a very sensitive stomach leading to inflammation of gastric mucosa called gastritis. This possibly is the cause of abdominal pain.

May 8, 2026

Can increasing the pressure of a CPAP machine cause soreness in the lungs of a patient with fibromyalgia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The increased pressure of the CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine may have caused the soreness in the lungs. If pneumonia is suspected there will be fever, cough, sputum, and rapid breathing. And also mention how severe is your fibromyalgia pain. The medication Methylphenidate may also be the reason for respiratory depression.

May 8, 2026

Why does a person experience hypoglycemic episodes after the laparoscopic removal of acute perforated appendicitis?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Thank you for your query,Your high amylase and c peptide levels are due to perforated appendix, since your glucose levels are normal. However, I would like to ask few queries for better understanding of illnessWhat is your hemoglobin A1C levels?How is your appetite and is there any weight loss?Was your hypoglycemia documented?Did you have any electrolyte changes?Thank you..

May 8, 2026

I have vertigo, abdominal pain, headache, and feel nauseous. What can be the cause?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your temporal profile suggests that you have mild ongoing inflammation. These symptoms can occur due to sub-clinical inflammation, a stomach bug, or drug intolerance. In addition, a phenomenon of fibromyalgia (FM) or chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) can be superimposed with a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).

May 6, 2026

Can I become pregnant even after taking Yasmin tablets?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please tell the exact time of IUD removal, the precise time of the last period, current period, and the last exposure. I hope this helps you. Thank you,.

March 25, 2026

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