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Answered by Dr. Suneetha B S

How should I approach Hypertension and diabetes management?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your laboratory report, I can see your blood glucose levels are at a higher level than its normal range. HbA1C level (glycosylated hemoglobin) in blood will give us a better idea about your blood sugar control. You may need to start a treatment to reduce your blood sugar levels. Also, your blood pressure is slightly high.

June 5, 2026

What are the chances of me to get pregnant after taking i-pill?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. How was your bleeding during the cycles? Was the flow scanty when compared to your previous cycle (I am not talking about the duration of flow here)? Revert with the details to an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/obstetrician-and-gynaecologist.

May 8, 2026

My son is 4.5 years old. He is complaining of a weird tickling feeling. Please help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do you give him deworming medicine regularly? These symptoms may sometimes indicate worms in the intestinal tract. Give him zentel syrup (it contains albendazole) 5mL at bedtime for 2 days. It is available as a 10ml bottle. Give 5ml on one night and the remaining 5ml on the next night.

May 8, 2026

I am having PCOD.Please advise.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. PCOD (Polycystic Ovarian Disease) is a very common condition nowadays. It is a treatable condition and will not affect your life much if the cysts are small in size. A lot depends on your lifestyle. Stress is a major factor.

May 8, 2026

Can I take Sysron-N to delay my periods for a week, without disturbing the overall cycle?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your question, I understand that you want to delay your next menstrual cycle by a week. I need to know answers to a few questions before telling you the name of the drug. What is your age? Are you married? When did you get your last period? Once in how many days do you get your periods? (you can give a rough idea or a range of number of days) How much do you bleed, is it moderate or do you have a heavy flow? Do you get any symptoms during periods, like abdomen pain or breast pain? Your answers for the above questions will help me treat you better..

May 8, 2026

Can we increase my father's Metformin dosage safely at 73?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. Your father seems to be on the right kind of medication. His blood sugar levels are not controlled, so he requires a revision of his prescription. Since he has other coexisting medical conditions, it would not be a good idea to take an online prescription.

May 7, 2026

What is the best diet for my father's diabetes control?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understood your concern. Since your father's blood glucose level is not under control, the doctor is right in increasing his dosage of Insulin. His weight is a little on the higher side. A reduction in weight can help both his diabetes and blood pressure readings.

March 10, 2026

Can a color change on the skin be indicative of a skin disease?

Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern and will try to help you with it. I have gone through the attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It does not look like a severe problem. So, there is no need to worry. There are drying and flaky scaling of the skin in the elbow area.

March 9, 2026

I have fluctuating sugar levels. Am I diabetic?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.You are not a diabetic, but some of your reports need further follow up. You seem to be in a healthy weight range. A better indicator of your blood sugar levels will be glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1C). This is a blood test and can be done at any time of the day.

March 5, 2026

Can HIV be transmitted from getting a tattoo?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Firstly, stop worrying. There is a solution to your problem. It is true that unsterile needles used for tattooing can lead to the spread of certain blood-borne infections.

February 2, 2026

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