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I have an uncomfortable hurting sensation on the left side of my chest. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having an uncomfortable and hurting sensation in the chest for the past two days. When I touch the part, I have discomfort. Otherwise, my body is completely fine. This problem exists only on the left side of the chest. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You told me you had only chest pain for two days. May I know whether you have any difficulty breathing, especially while walking or climbing steps? And are you a diabetic or hypertensive patient? From the ECG (electrocardiogram) you have sent (attachments removed to p... Read Full »
How can I boost my low iron levels effectively?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been managing iron deficiency anemia for around eight years. Although my hemoglobin level has stabilized, my iron levels are still low. I seek guidance on the most effective medication or supplements to boost my iron levels. Can you suggest any specific options or share insights... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. I suggest you check your serum ferritin levels. If the tests are normal, consume only iron-rich foods. Heme iron is found in meat, fish, and poultry and is easily absorbed by your body. Non-heme iron is found in e... Read Full »
My wife's hemoglobin is 8. What is the cause?
Query: Hello doctor,My wife's hemoglobin is 8. The reports of various tests do not seem to show the reason. What could it be? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, your wife is in severe anemia. Hb (hemoglobin) level is low at 8.1 g/dl. RBC count is low at 2.86 million/cu.mm. The reticulocyte count is 7.0 increased-that means bone marrow production increased to face the demand. LFT is normal. There is no hemolysis. Now... Read Full »
My mother’s blood test report shows low haemoglobin and high platelet count. Kindly advice.
Query: Hello doctor, My mother’s blood test report shows low hemoglobin 10.9 and high platelet count 623000. The sugar test report shows 107 glucose fasting and 144 postprandial. We also had her ultrasound done as she had pain on the left side of the groin area. I am attaching all the reports. Kindl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Increased platelet is called thrombocytosis (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This can be present in anemia due to iron deficiency. Since your mother has anemia platelet count may be increased. Pain in her left side groin may be due to hernia. Lastly ... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I am anemic, and my hemoglobin level is only 8 g/dL. Is it common to receive a blood transfusion in such cases, or is it rare? Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Your hemoglobin level is low. If you are having side effects of anemia, yes you need a blood transfusion (packed cells). Before that, we need to investigate the cause of the anemia. I would suggest that you have a blood smear, iron and ... Read Full »