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I am gaining a lot of weight. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor,I am becoming overweight day by day. I do not have any problems with thyroid or any other systemic issues. So, what can I do now? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and from what you have mentioned it appears that you have a weight gain related issue. Orlistat is a very good drug to lose weight, but it should not be taken with anything else. Also, I suggest that you exercise 60 minutes daily and eat fruits a... Read Full »
Is it possible to increase height after 18 years of age?
Query: Hello doctor, I am an 18-year-old female with a height of 5 feet and a weight of 99 lbs. I got my period at the age of 11. My parents' heights are about 5.1 and 5.4 feet. Is there a chance that I can increase in height? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It appears that you have already surpassed your predicted height of 4.8 feet based on your parental height calculation. After 18 years of age in females, there is usually a very slight chance of growing further. You can try to exercise like cycling or playing sports ... Read Full »
Why am I unable to lose weight despite eating less?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 41 year old female. I am having pretty bad acne, slight periods (almost like spotting), unable to lose weight. I gained 10 lbs extra in the past year. Although I am eating 1000 to 1200 calories a day and I am active, I am not losing. I did some blood and saliva tests and here ar... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and saw each one of your attached reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have more or less normal test results. A slightly low cortisol is acceptable. You certainly have low vitamin D levels and you must take vitamin D su... Read Full »
What can be done for my daughter's pernicious anemia?
Query: Hello doctor, I hope you will be able to help me with my daughter's health. The summary of her health is as follows: She was born prematurely at 25 weeks. She had to undergo PDA surgery soon after. She had Hashimoto's hypothyroidism when she was 8 years of age. She had urticaria and angioedema for m... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query and the medical history of your daughter. I have seen the detailed reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) as well. Let me answer each one of your questions. 1. Her raised cortisol is likely to be due to exogenous steroids use... Read Full »