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Kindly interpret my test results for pheochromocytoma.
Query: Hello doctor, I had a random urine test for pheochromocytoma and I think my PCP is reading wrong. I went to the laboratory and gave an ambiguous report confusing people. She did say fourfold elevation normetanephrine and four-fold elevation u-metanephrine. I do have episodic severe hypertension atta... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your results showed raised urinary metanephrines but the other metabolites were within normal range. This could still indicate pheochromocytoma. I must say that your symptoms are quite suggestive of pheochromocytoma although not exclusively in favor of it. I ... Read Full »
I have a high BP and a heavy feeling in my head. Kindly help.
Query: Hi, I am a 65-year-old female. My sugar level before three months was fasting 180 mg/dl, postprandial 253 mg/dl and HbA1C 8 %. After having medication, the test done a few days back showed fasting 93 mg/dl, postprandial 80 mg/dl, HbA1C 7 %, triglycerides 259 and VLDL cholesterol 51.80. Also, the bl... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your sugar is well controlled. In fact, you need to decrease the dose of Glycomet GP 2 (Glimipiride and Metformin) to Glycomet GP 1. Major problem is that you have accelerated bloodstream pressure. Instead of Tricinod (Telmisartan, Clinidipine, Chlorthalidone), better w... Read Full »
Sometimes, my BP falls than normal. Should I continue BP tablet?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 35 years old. I got mild hypertension during my pregnancy and it continues still. My usual blood pressure will be 140/90 mmHg. Both my parents are with high BP. I have taken my blood tests and urine analysis. Everything is fine, including my ECG. Last year due to improper posture, I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through all the data posted. If your high blood pressure has started during the time of pregnancy, then it may go down within six weeks after delivery. If it does not decrease with six weeks, then it is unlikely to go down. So, you need to continue tablet.... Read Full »
I have persistent cough and fast breathing. Should I get angiography?
Query: Hi doctor, My mother is 62 years old. She is under regular medicine for BP. Since five years she is taking Olmy-D 20 mg and Cilapam plus at night. She is suffering from prolonged cough and fast breathing after long walk and climbing stairs. I am attaching her recent ECG, echo and x-ray reports. Plea... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.Your mom is hypertensive. On Olmy-D (Olmesartan), if her blood pressure is controlled then the treatment is fine. Cilapam (Escitalopram) is for anxiety (grossly). Is she having chest pain like symptom on exertion or at rest? If no then no need of GTN (Nitroglycerine). Chec... Read Full »
Is it fine to take Losalex twice a day to control hypertension?
Query: Hi doctor, I know a patient who is having hypertension. The doctor has prescribed Losalife H in the morning and Losalex 50 in the night. Is this an excess dose or is it normal? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It depends entirely on the extent of BP (blood pressure) elevation. Usually, most of the patients become well on once-daily dosing. But in some patients, we need twice daily dosing. So often, once daily is enough. But if the BP is not getting controlled or there is too ... Read Full »
Is my high blood pressure due to anxiety or heart problems?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. It is mostly under control, but I get very nervous at the doctor. I have had a BP reading as high as 167/105. My doctor says its just because I was nervous. Is this true? I am not overweight, I exercise regularly, I am not hyper... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You may have high BP just for once. It may be due to anxiety. Persons with anxiety and depression may have high BP. You should do BP monitoring for one week. Check your BP twice a day for one week and note it down. Or at least once a month for four to six months. If yo... Read Full »
I feel pressure in my head after using a TENS machine. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I feel pressure in my head, jaws, and behind my ears, coupled with infrequent nasal discharge. I also experience the sensation that the earth is moving for a few seconds. Although there is no headache, I have had my teeth checked, and they are fine. This has been happening for a few d... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. You mentioned that your symptoms began after using the TENS machine. What was the reason for using the TENS machine? Additionally, high blood pressure (BP) could cause episodes of dizziness and the feeling o... Read Full »
Is there any medicine available to reduce fatty liver?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a hypertensive and diabetic patient with FBS 100 to 110, PPBS 120 to 130, HbA1c 5.3 (last measured), taking Glyciphage 1 gm, Telmisartan 40, and Amlodipine 5 mg. Clinical BP 150/100, just after clinic 125/78, at home 115/75. Fatty liver II, prostrate 25 CC (no problem urinating, n... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. For the treatment of fatty liver, first of all, I need to know your liver function test. If you have your recent liver function test (LFT) reports please attach it. If not done yet, please get it done and write back to me. Read Full »
My husband has trouble sleeping. Should we be concerned?
Query: Hello doctor, I am really worried about my husband's health. Recently, he has been having trouble sleeping, and I heard that lack of sleep might be linked to diabetes and hypertension. He is diabetic but under control and takes his medicines on time. Could you please explain how these things are co... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There is no such connection with diabetes, but yes, sleep disturbances or stress can lead to hypertension. If your sleep is disturbed for a long time of period, like for years, and you have certain kinds of stress, then you are more prone ... Read Full »
I have been recently diagnosed with grade 3 fatty liver. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 30-year-old male. I have been recently diagnosed with grade 3 fatty liver, and I am apprehensive about my liver health. Can you please suggest me medicines for my grade 3 fatty liver? I am also hypertensive and take medication for the same.Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. For fatty liver, the underlying cause must be established, like it can be due to alcohol consumption taking extra calories or obesity. If there is any alcohol consumption, it should be stopped. The underlying hepatitis B and C status a... Read Full »