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Dyslipidemia.

Dyslipidemia indicates abnormally elevated levels of cholesterol or lipids in the blood. It can be caused by obesity, diabetes, a sedentary lifestyle, genetics, hypothyroidism, alcohol consumption, or polycystic ovarian syndrome. The consequences of dyslipidemia are the development of peripheral arterial disease, premature atherosclerosis, and stroke. It can be treated by taking statins with other cholesterol-lowering drugs and with lifestyle modification.

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What does my father's blood report indicate?

Query: Hi doctor, I have enclosed the preventive blood test reports of my father. I seek your advice for the test report.  Read Full »


Dr. Kusumakar Srivastava

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity), he has type 2 diabetes with dyslipidemia and iron deficiency anemia. All these can be managed with lifestyle modifications along with some drugs. I would advise daily brisk walking for 45 minutes...  Read Full »

As I am 6 feet tall with 209 lbs, how to lose weight?

Query: Hello doctor, My height is 6 feet 1 inch, and weight is 209 lbs. My TSH level is 16 and T3, T4 levels are normal. I want to lose weight. Please tell me how much carbohydrates and protein I need to take. I just started exercise couple of days ago. Can I take whey protein?  Read Full »


Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned, it appears that you have hypothyroidism, dyslipidemia and raised liver enzymes. Firstly, you must take tablet Thyronorm (Levothyroxine sodium) 75 mcg once daily early morning on waking up and then avoid eating ...  Read Full »

My blood report shows elevated blood sugar levels. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,I have examined my blood test. My fasting blood sugar is 137.2 mg/dL, and Hb1c is 7 %, total cholesterol is 254 mg/dL, and triglycerides are 251 mg/dL. I am experiencing dry mouth and excessive thirstiness. I am taking Glycipage once a day and a tablet of Rosovas. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Thiyagarajan. T

Answer: Hello, Welcome back to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You have diabetes and dyslipidemia. Your sugar and cholesterol levels are high. I agree with the medicines you have started Glyciphage G1 (Glimepiride and Metformin) and Rosuvas (Rosuvastatin). Diet, exercise, and weight loss are very...  Read Full »

Why am I experiencing palpitations and joint pain at night?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33-year-old unmarried man with a height of 6 feet and 1 inch and weighing around 95 Kg. For the last few days, I have been having palpitations and pain in the shoulder joint regularly during the night; however, during the day, it is normal. All my tests are in the higher range l...  Read Full »


Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query, and from what you have mentioned, it appears to be dyslipidemia. The palpitations are due to high cholesterol levels. My advice: Consult your specialist doctor, talk to them and take medication after their consent. Take tablet Simvastat...  Read Full »

What can cause dizzy spells and pulsations in back of head?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 39 years old, severely obese. I have been experiencing dizzy spells and pulsations in the back of my head. The pulsations are severe when I am sleeping. There are shocks in the head occasionally but more while sleeping.  Read Full »


Dr. J. Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. We need to do an magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) brain with MRS (spectroscopy), MRA (angiography), MRV (venography), MRI cervical spine with MRA neck vessels with whole spine screening for evaluation of dizzy spells, pulsations in the back of the head. Obesity or overwe...  Read Full »

Can drinking alcohol increase blood sugar levels?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 50 years old. I have done my sugar test last week which showed high blood sugar value and high cholesterol. My doctor advised me to test because I had irritation while urinating. My doctor prescribed me to take Cumet-SR tablets. My weight is 187 lbs and height 5.8 feet. I have few...  Read Full »


Dr. Srivastava, Sumit

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your complaint and seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It suggests that you have diabetes and dyslipidemia. Your irritation in urine is due to infection in urinary tract which is common in diabetes patient. You need to ...  Read Full »

My attached report shows mild non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. How to treat it?

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32 year old male, and I weigh 185 lbs. I have a history of asthma, for which I use Salbutamol. I also have eczema and alopecia, for which I use topical Hydrocortisone and Finasteride 1 mg respectively. I do not smoke or drink. My last routine investigation, which I did last year...  Read Full »


Dr. Shaikh Sadaf

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and saw your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It appears that you do have a very high cholesterol and high LDL levels, which indicate that you have dyslipidemia. Your ultrasound also shows non-alcoholic fatty liver dise...  Read Full »

Which medicine can be used to get a proper erection?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a married guy of 32 years old. For the past two to three years, I am facing problem to get proper erection. I have already consulted a doctor and he asked me to get some tests done such as cholesterol, sugar and BP. We found that the triglyceride value is more than 350 mg/dL. He advi...  Read Full »


Dr. Saraswat Kumarshri Shriniwas

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are facing both premature ejaculation and erectile dysfunction. Duralast (Dapoxetine) helps with premature ejaculation, but could worsen the problem of erectile dysfunction. For this, you need to take tablet Forzest (Tadalafil) 20 mg along with Duralast one hour befo...  Read Full »

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