Questions & Answers

Q&A

Answered by Dr. Albana Greca

Is my acid reflux and severe heartburn related to GERD?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concerns. All your symptoms indicate gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). However, you need upper endoscopy and abdominal ultrasound to rule out stomach ulcer, and bile calculus or infection.

July 3, 2026

Why is colonoscopy done?

Hello doctor, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. A colonoscopy is a crucial procedure for detecting and preventing colorectal cancer. Here are some key benefits and recommendations: A colonoscopy can identify polyps (abnormal growths) in the colon or rectum, which can be removed before they turn into cancer. It helps in detecting colorectal cancer at an early, more treatable stage.

June 25, 2026

I am 27. Can new insulin therapy cure my type 1 diabetes?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Living with type 1 diabetes is quite challenging, especially if your blood sugar levels are fluctuating. You mentioned using an insulin pump and a continuous glucose monitor. There are modern insulin delivery systems and faster-acting insulins that usually give better post-meal control and fewer lows than older therapies.

June 22, 2026

Can the immune system be enhanced naturally?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Enhancing the immune system naturally is a topic of growing interest, and many factors can influence your body's ability to fend off illnesses. Factors that influence our body's ability to fend off illnesses: 1. Nutrition: A balanced diet provides essential vitamins and minerals that help immune cells function properly.

June 18, 2026

What can an untreated vitamin D deficiency lead to?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I understand your concern. The following are the answers to your queries. The primary causes of vitamin D deficiency include: Limited sun exposure: Lack of sufficient sunlight exposure, especially in people who spend most of their time indoors, use sunscreen excessively, or live in regions with limited sunlight. Dietary insufficiency: Consuming a diet low in foods that naturally contain or are fortified with vitamin D, such as fatty fish, fortified milk, and egg yolks. Malabsorption issues: Conditions that affect the gut, such as Crohn's disease, celiac disease, or gastric bypass surgery, can impair the body’s ability to absorb vitamin D from food.

June 10, 2026

How can I remove blackheads and whiteheads from my face?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Addressing blackheads (a small, tiny dark spot that forms on the skin when a pore becomes clogged with excess oils and dead skin cells), whiteheads (a closed skin pore or hair follicle clogged with oil, dead skin cells, and bacteria), and tiny bumps in an oily face involves a combination of proper skin care, lifestyle changes, and sometimes professional treatments. Here are some suggestions to help manage these skin issues: 1. Use a gentle, oil-free cleanser twice daily (morning and night) to remove excess oil, dirt, and makeup.

June 8, 2026

What are the causes of persistent watery diarrhea?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through your medical history carefully, and based on your description, it is essential to consider several factors. Those include: Stress and anxiety, common during medical training, can contribute to gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea and palpitations. However, given your symptoms and exposure to patients, infectious causes should also be considered.

June 8, 2026

At 29, can hormones or birth control affect my migraine?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I have gone through your symptoms and noted they sound like menstrual migraine, which is a subtype of migraine triggered by hormonal changes. In such cases, I usually advise you to take primrose oil supplements that can help alleviate the symptoms and help the body respond to these hormonal changes. The monthly migraine injections your doctor is referring to are calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) monoclonal antibodies (such as Erenumab, Fremanezumab, Galcanezumab).

June 7, 2026

Is Koselugo effective for treating NF1 patients?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I went through your query.Koselugo (Selumetinib) is a medication approved for the treatment of neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) in pediatric patients who have symptomatic, inoperable plexiform neurofibromas (PN). NF1 is a genetic disorder that causes tumors to form on nerve tissue.Koselugo is specifically used for pediatric patients (two years of age and older) with NF1 who have symptomatic, inoperable plexiform neurofibromas.

June 4, 2026

How does the immune system work, and how can I boost it naturally?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. The immune system forms an intricate network of cells, tissues, and organs collaborating to shield the body against intrusive entities like viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Outlined below is a simplified explanation of the immune system's functioning: Recognition: Distinguishing between self and non-self cells. Barriers: Initial defenses like skin and mucous membranes prevent pathogen entry.

June 3, 2026

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