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Answered by Dr. Sofia John

How to reduce the risk of developing common cold in winter?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Thank you for your query.I read your query, and I understand your concern. There are some effective home remedies you can follow to manage your common cold symptoms:Stay hydrated.Drink ginger and honey with lemon tea.

April 15, 2026

What to do if there are delayed periods for three months?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and I understand your concern. I hear your confusion, and I will help you understand what might be happening. Why a pregnancy test can be positive first, then negative: It can be a sign of early pregnancy with miscarriage. Sometimes the egg implants briefly and makes enough pregnancy hormone to show positive.

December 10, 2025

I have period cramps and lower back pain. How to ease it?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Let me guide you on what to do for lifestyle and supportive care. Apply a heating pad or hot water bottle to your lower abdomen or back. Light exercise or stretching in the days before and during your period can help reduce cramp intensity.

November 19, 2025

What causes vaginal irritation after sex in a 19-year-old?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.Possible causes of your symptoms:Vaginal infection : Bacterial vaginosiss (BV) causes a foul or fishy smell, thin discharge, and sometimes irritation.Yeast infection : Usually causes itching, thick white discharge, swelling of the labia. Irritation or swelling from sex itself: Friction, latex (if condom allergy), or minor microtears can cause the labia to look swollen temporarily.

November 9, 2025

Is it safe to get a breast reduction with comorbidities?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and I understand your concern. Based on your medical history and current medications, breast reduction surgery may still be possible, but it requires careful evaluation and planning due to the following key factors: Risks: Warfarin increases your risk of bleeding during and after surgery. You will likely need to stop Warfarin before surgery and be bridged with a shorter-acting anticoagulant (like Heparin), under close hematology guidance. History of pulmonary embolism: Indicates a higher risk of blood clots.

October 13, 2025

What causes chest burn after eating and breathlessness?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I read your query and understand your concerns.Based on what you have shared, it appears you are dealing with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), which occurs when acid from the stomach flows back into the esophagus after eating. Additionally, the presence of a hiatal hernia, where the upper part of the stomach bulges through the diaphragm, is common in individuals who are overweight and can worsen symptoms like heartburn and difficulty breathing.To confirm these issues and rule out other conditions, your doctor may recommend investigations such as an electrocardiogram (ECG), chest X-ray to assess your lungs and diaphragm, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy or barium swallow to examine the esophagus and stomach, and blood tests including complete blood count (CBC), kidney and liver function tests, and thyroid function tests.

October 8, 2025

What can be the reason for a 6-month late period?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. There are several potential causes for your delayed periods, and I recommend the following steps: Laboratory tests (if not already done): Urine pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy. Serum follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), and estradiol levels to assess ovarian function. Prolactin is used to check for elevated levels, which may affect menstruation.

October 6, 2025

What can cause throat tightness and swelling from screaming?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. All the symptoms that you described are likely due to intense vocal overuse and possibly related to the ear-throat connection via the eustachian tubes. 1. Acute laryngitis or vocal cord injury: Overuse can inflame your vocal cords, causing tightness, hoarseness, lumps, and trouble swallowing.

September 24, 2025

What causes chest pain and discomfort while on TB treatment?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern.Many patients continue to experience chest pain, a lingering cough, or shortness of breath even after completing successful tuberculosis (TB) treatment. This is due to post‑TB lung disease scarring, residual inflammation, or minor bronchitis in the lungs, not an active infection.The TB medications you are on, Rifampin and Isoniazid, can themselves cause chest pain or discomfort.

September 22, 2025

Can long-term irregular periods affect fertility in women?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.The ultrasound shows no significant abnormality detected (attachment removed to protect the patient’s identity). However, despite a normal scan, you have been having irregular periods since menarche (the beginning of menstruation) and infertility.This suggests a functional or hormonal issue, such as:I would like to inform you that these are possible causes of irregular periods and infertility:Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), even if not visible on ultrasound, can still be present and is typically assessed through follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) levels.

September 22, 2025

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