Allergic rhinitis or hay fever is an allergic response to allergens causing sneezing, runny nose, coughing, sore throat, itchy and watery eyes, headaches, hives, and eczema. The most common allergen causing this is pollen. Antihistamines and decongestants are used to treat allergic rhinitis.
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I have a stuffy nose that causes brief dizzy spells. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a continuous stuffy nose which gives me brief dizzy spells that go once I try to blow my nose (not hard). It just helps equalize pressure. My glucose, BP, heart tests are normal. I eat and drink regularly. I work in a dusty environment. The dizziness is definitely associated wit... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Either a dust allergy or infection is causing you an allergic rhinitis. You will need X-ray PNS (Water's view) and CT PNS for a confirmation. I suggest taking: 1. Tablet Azee 500 mg (Azithromycin) BD for five days. 2. Tablet Montair LC (Montelukast and Levocetirizine) ... Read Full »
Kindly view my attachments and advice if I need a tonsillectomy.
Query: Hello doctor, Kindly view my attachments and advice whether I need a tonsillectomy. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the pictures you have provided as an attachment, it seems you have rhinitis with a sore throat and a bad cough. To answer your question, I will request you to please provide me with the following details for better accuracy. 1) Age, 2) Symptoms in detail, 3) Dur... Read Full »
What could be the reason for wheezing and chest congestion with post nasal drip?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 49 years old. I am a non-smoker. My father was a chain smoker and I lived with him for 19 years. Before four months, I developed a mild case of pneumonia. As a part of this, I developed a wheeze on my lower right lung. Since that time, I have had varying degrees of mild to moderat... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Can you tell me how often do these symptoms come? Do you have any cough sputum production, shortness of breath, chest pain? Do you have palpitations? Do you have a fever? How long do the symptoms last? Are these persistent and are there any exacerbating factors? What i... Read Full »
How should I adjust my allergy control strategies for winter?
Query: Hello doctor,I have allergic rhinitis, and because of this, I am experiencing worsening symptoms during the winter. Can you provide personalized advice on managing winter allergies, including any specific triggers or precautions I should know? How can I adapt my allergy management strategies during ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I can provide personalized advice on managing winter allergies based on your specific symptoms and environmental factors. Here are some tips: Identify Your Triggers: During the winter, common allergens include dust... Read Full »
I catch cold like a clockwork every winter. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old male, and every winter I seem to catch a cold like clockwork. It is becoming a real hassle, and I want to know if there are specific steps I can take to avoid getting sick during the colder months. Are there lifestyle changes or remedies you would recommend to stre... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, the possibility of seasonal allergic rhinitis is more likely. I would suggest you take the annual influenza vaccine every year. Do warm water gargles and steam inhalation four to five times a day. Take Mon... Read Full »
How can I investigate the reason for an increase in eosinophils?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a severe cough seven months back and lasted for a long time. During that period a severe pain started in my left shoulder and neck and still, it is persisting. The doctor used to give me a painkiller and it subsided for some period and then again it started. I stopped taking any... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had seen attached reports here (attachment removed to protect patient identity). An eosinophil count is high in your case and history of a cough with the mucous present. Hence allergic rhinitis or a bronchitis-like case has to be ruled out. For that allergic testin... Read Full »
I am concerned about my son's recurrent cold. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am concerned about my son’s health. He is 14 years old and has been getting cold every once in two to three months. We mostly give him over-the-counter cold medications, and his symptoms get relieved. However, I am worried that these medications might cause harm. What are the best rem... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. With the symptoms you mentioned, the primary problem appears to be seasonal allergies. Taking over-the-counter medications every time there is an upper respiratory allergic inflammation will invite resistance to those medications and unnecess... Read Full »
Why am I getting a cold and a runny nose every summer?
Query: Hi doctor,During every summer season, I suffer from a cold and runny nose. What can be the reasons? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your case does not seem to be serious. The terms rhinorrhea and rhinitis are often used to refer a runny nose, it refers to inflammation of nasal tissues due to a number of reasons, which are as follows: Acute sinusitis, Allergies, chronic sinusitis, Churg-Strauss sy... Read Full »
I have been experiencing allergic rhinitis for years. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 22-year-old female, and I have been dealing with allergic rhinitis and sinusitis for the past few years. Every time I am exposed to allergens, I sneeze a lot, and my nose becomes blocked, making it very uncomfortable for me. Is there a long-term treatment I can pursue to eliminat... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Actually, allergies cannot be cured but can only be controlled. The best treatment for allergies is prevention; if you can prevent exposure to the allergen, then there will not be any symptoms such as rhinitis. I would suggest covering your face when going out, avoiding ... Read Full »
How to treat localized yellow spot on the nose?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a yellow spot on the right nose. When something touches it like air or finger, it gets irritated and sneezing happen for at least five to six times or more. So, I captured photos to see it, and it appeared as localized yellow spot. I applied Clindamycin, but no much effect so far. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the images provided (attachment removed to protect patient identity), the most likely diagnosis seems to be a blocked gland, similar to a pimple that we commonly encounter on the face. The skin is covered in tiny pores, each housing a hair follicle and an oil... Read Full »
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