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Answered by Dr. Settipalli Saravan Pramod

How to increase hemoglobin in a thalassemia minor patient?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen all your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Thalassemia, particularly beta thalassemia, is an inherited blood disorder characterized by abnormal hemoglobin production. Since you are already aware of the condition, I will focus on the important aspects you should monitor. Some symptoms and complications associated with beta thalassemia include infections, bone deformities, congestive heart failure, and abnormal heart rhythms A major complication to watch for is iron overload.

May 26, 2026

Does an elevated WBC always indicate leukemia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. An elevated WBC (white blood cell) count does not necessarily indicate leukemia. Even a mild infection can lead to the elevation of WBC count. Leukemia is a cancer of the blood cells.

May 21, 2026

I noticed a blood clot after passing stools. What is wrong with me?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A dengue NS1 antigen positive confirms dengue viral fever. Your platelet count was within the normal range, which prevents you from bleeding. The symptom that you are talking about, blood clots with stools, has two options. One might be because of straining because of constipation, which sometimes bleeds or clots.

May 18, 2026

What causes decreasing platelet count after a fever episode?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Normally, you have anywhere from 150,000 to 450,000 platelets per microliter of circulating blood. Platelets are produced in your bone marrow. Factors that can decrease platelet production include some types of anemia, viral infections, chemotherapy drugs, and heavy alcohol consumption. Dangerous internal bleeding can occur when your platelet count falls below 10,000 platelets.

April 16, 2026

Which medicines can help treat my throat tightness?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. For complaints of tightness in the neck area, ensure you rule out thyroid disorders.Regarding cough and cold since your return, I suggest you start tablet Amoxyclav 625 mg (a combination of Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) twice a day for five days, tablet Mucinex (Guaifenesin) once daily for seven days, and syrup Sucralfate twice daily. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her, and start taking the medicines with their consent.

March 19, 2026

Does low Hb count cause paleness of nails and tongue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query. Your scan report was normal (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Different types of infections may cause itching or an abnormal discharge. These include: Infections that spread during sexual contact.

March 11, 2026

I have diarrhea after eating spicy food. Please help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Your symptoms are suggestive of indigestion and acute gastritis, which causes a constant discomfort or a burning sensation in your stomach. The duration of diarrhea can vary. Once the underlying cause is treated, subsequently the loose stools will get controlled.

February 10, 2026

How can I know if I have oral cancer signs or just anxiety?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. I want to clarify details regarding who advised you to start Prednisone, and for how long you have been on it, as this is a drug that suppresses your immunity and causes a secondary infection. Care should be taken before stopping Prednisone, as this will cause obesity with an abrupt stoppage. The tapering of steroids needs to be always done very cautiously and slowly, rather than how it was done for you.

January 8, 2026

What does my prenatal ultrasound finding suggest?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Please attach your reports again, as they were not very clear. The main purpose of the anomaly scan is to check that the baby is developing normally. If the doctors suspect that your baby has a heart problem, you will be asked to come in for a fetal echocardiogram.

December 3, 2025

Can I get HIV after unprotected oral sex with a CSW?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Before clarifying your doubts, I just want to let you know a few basic details about HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and its transmission. HIV is spread mainly by having unprotected anal or vaginal sex with someone who has HIV, sharing needles or syringes of an infected person, or from mother to child during pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding. Transmission from homosexual males is more than transmission from a female to a male. HIV can also be affected by receiving blood transfusions and blood products.

December 2, 2025

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