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What should we do after testing positive for COVID-19?
Query: Hi doctor, My brother is COVID-19 positive, and the test result was out today. He is 26 years old. His height is 5 feet 8 inches, and his weight is 151 pounds. He has symptoms of body ache and headache for four days. After a positive report, he is under self-isolation. So as the next step, what shou... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I studied your problem carefully. Nimesulide is a banned drug. May I know why you are using Hydrochloric Acid? Or is it a typographical error? Use medicines as per the doctor's suggestion. Self-medication can create more side effects than curing the disease. I suggest you... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I have the following symptoms headache (throbbing), squeamish stomach, fatigue, dry eyes, sore throat, and sore muscles. I have been taking Paradol and Neurofen for the pain, but with no success. I have had these symptoms since a few days ago. I am about to have another rapid test to cros... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am also suspecting COVID-19. The test may give a false negative in approximately 30 percent of cases. Therefore, if you are in an epidemic area, presume that it is COVID-19 and take all precautions with isolation. It would be helpful if you follow the following activiti... Read Full »
Will I be COVID-positive if I had an infection a month ago?
Query: Hello doctor,I tested positive on a rapid antigen test one month back and negative by day nine. I need to retake a rapid antigen test to return to the western country. Can I safely assume I will continue to show up as negative? I am worried that the rapid antigen test will somehow pick up the COVID-... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have already tested negative, and the chances of again becoming positive are negligible. Let us hope for the best. Read Full »
What can I do for treating hair loss following COVID-19?
Query: Hello doctor,About 1.5 years ago, I contracted COVID-19, and since then, I have encountered various health issues, including hair thinning and loss. Genetics do not appear to be the cause, as my parents have healthy hair. I suspect there may be an underlying nutritional or health issue that needs ad... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest that you undergo the following tests to assess your condition thoroughly: Hemoglobin (Hb) Complete blood count (CBC) Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) Fasting blood glucose Serum albumin Serum creatinine Routine urine examination Kindly provide the test... Read Full »
I have loss of smell and taste sensation. Is it due to COVID?
Query: Hi doctor, For as long as I can remember I have had a deviated septum which resulted in me not being able to breathe through my nose at all. I got a septorhinoplasty done three years back and a month after the surgery I was able to breathe through my nose and smell. It has been three years and... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You did not mention use of any medication. I am assuming that you are not using any medication now. It appears you have nasal allergy which can create nasal block and other associated symptoms. For COVID-19 also one of the symptoms is loss of smell and taste. Read Full »
I have gastritis despite taking medications for more than a year.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from gastritis past year. I have done endoscopy and Helicobacter pylori therapy, but still, l have gastritis. Is it possible that my stomach lining is permanently damaged? Will I never be able to eat like before? My problem started when I tested positive for covid... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Please reply to me with the gastritis medications, dosage, and duration of intake to help in evaluating the problem and suggest appropriate treatment. Thank you and take care. Read Full »
Why do I keep smelling acetone?
Query: Hello doctor, Eight days ago, I used my nail polish remover (Acetone), which had a very strong smell. Till today, all of the smells and tastes are mixed with the smell of Acetone. Even when I smell nothing, the Acetone smell is stuck in my nasopharynx. I should mention that I was a COVID-19 patient ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I appreciate that the pathways of smell and taste are closely linked. To perceive a flavor, you need coordinated functioning of both receptors for smell and taste. Inflammation by virus infections or injuries can damage the mucus membranes and the receptors or even nerve ... Read Full »
What is the treatment for patients with mild COVID-19 infection?
Query: Hi doctor, My mother is having very mild COVID-19 symptoms. We got her lung CT scan done yesterday, and by just seeing the film doctor said it is a minor infection. We are awaiting the full report this afternoon. I am very much worried. Can you please tell me the right treatment to provide since it... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please accept the fact that it is a viral infection, and 98 % of patients recover from illness without any problem. Medicines alone cannot kill the viruses; your body's immunity will fight with the virus and overcome it. As it is already 10 d... Read Full »
I tested negative for COVID-19, but I still have symptoms. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am currently in a house with someone who has COVID-19. We were at a party with someone who had it and then they got it from the infected person, but we share a room. I have been sleeping on the couch ever since they got a fever but now I am showing symptoms. I did an at-home test the... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I studied your problem carefully. Understand that there is an incubation period. The symptoms generally appear after the incubation period. A few days to a week or 10 days. Understand that the tests are not 100 % sensitive. The tests are only 60 to 70 % sensitive... Read Full »