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Answered by Dr. Sharoff Lokesh Mohan

Is it safe to increase the vitamin D dosage in 91-year-old women with spinal and SI joint arthritis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Yes, It would be best to continue 1000 IU Of vitamin D and have it with any juice in the evening rather than morning (not with milk or tea); her vitamin D levels are acceptable, and the bone scan is good (the attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity) so there is nothing to worry about - repeat her vitamin D levels after three months now, (if she gets constipation, her calcium dosage needs to be reduced rather than relating it to vitamin D), and also increase her fibrous fruits intake, which will reduce constipation. The probable diagnosis is vitamin D dosage. To reduce the risk of arthritis, which seems mechanical in your case, you need to control your body weight by managing a diet plan that has to be made by your dietician.

June 22, 2026

How to manage posterior left paracentral and lateral herniation of C6-7 disc with nerve compression?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. You need to try reducing the pain with some precautions and medicines. Instructions for neck pain: Avoid lifting heavy weights. Avoid arching your back; instead, bend your knees to pick up something from the floor.

June 18, 2026

Why does my report show a talus osteochondral injury?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have some bone edema and an osteochondral fragment. If you just take normal painkillers, then it will take three to four months for your pain to reduce. So, you require a special injection called Zoledronic acid, which is usually used for osteoporosis.

June 8, 2026

What are the treatments for plantar fasciitis heel pain?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is a condition in which the fascia or the tissue at the heel is inflamed with pain in the morning. Kindly take the following medications; 1) Tablet Peroxicam 20 mg once daily at night for ten days. 2) Tablet Rabeprazole 20 mg once daily at night before dinner for ten days. 3) Tablet Shelcal (Calcium and Vitamin D3) once daily in the morning before breakfast for 30 days.

June 8, 2026

How can I tell if my mother, who has RA, is in remission?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Yes, she is in remission. It is defined as clinically or less joint pain and or swelling with no morning stiffness. I suggest she can take Glucosamine.

June 2, 2026

Can a stabilized fracture affect an individual's quality of life?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The probable diagnosis is post-T12 posterior stabilization. Resuming normal activity depends upon the exact surgery done, but usually, the patient can start walking the very next day of surgery. But make sure that you get up from the bed by lying on one side, then getting up sideways.

May 29, 2026

Is it safe to withdraw the rod and screws in the thigh after a long time?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. If you have no problem with the rod, then you can leave it. If you have to get it removed for some reason or if it is causing pain or any other difficulties, then it is safe to remove it, provided the fracture has healed, which will be seen on X-rays. This is a professional suggestion subjected to the actual examination of reports, images, and inputs provided to me.

May 22, 2026

Could my foot pain and swelling be ankle sprain symptoms?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. Yes, based on your symptoms, it does appear to be an ankle sprain. I recommend you to take X-rays to rule out any fractures or significant damage. In the meantime, you can follow these measures: Keep the ankle elevated as much as possible.

May 21, 2026

How to cure low back pain that occurs after waking up?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is known that during sleep, our back muscles relax. So, back pain is particularly felt early in the morning due to a degenerative or inflammatory disease of the spinal elements. Also, an awkward sleeping position may aggravate this symptom. Follow these simple steps: Avoid lifting heavy weights.

May 15, 2026

What could be the reason for back and shoulder pain while driving a scooter or sitting on a chair for a long time?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This pain seems more like an upper back pain behind the shoulder, which also pains in the movement of the shoulder. So you need to take the following precautions: Avoid lifting heavy weights. Avoid arching your back, instead bend your knees to pick up something from the floor. Avoid sitting for long hours.

May 8, 2026

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