Hypertension or high blood pressure is a health condition where the force exerted by the blood on the artery wall is high. Persistent high blood pressure is a significant risk factor for stroke, heart failure, chronic kidney disease, cardiovascular diseases, etc.
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I have uncontrolled high blood pressure, and medication is not working. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 31-year-old individual weighing approximately 172 pounds. Recently, I was diagnosed with high blood pressure. My current medication includes Aldomet (250mg) three times a day, Amlodipine 5 mg once daily, Atorvastatin 20 mg, and Hydroxide. Despite taking these drugs, my blood pres... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your query and understand your concern. In addition to medications, it is important to focus on proper diet control and exercise. I suggest reducing salt and coffee intake as much as possible. Incorporating daily walks after meals can also help in lowering... Read Full »
I have been dealing with hypertension. Please help.
Query: Hello, I am a 26-year-old unmarried woman who has been dealing with hypertension. There are no underlying causes identified for my condition. I have undergone all the basic tests like ECG, Eco, and Doppler, and all the tests are normal. However, my BP used to be high all the time, I came to know wh... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. If the BP (blood pressure) medications were started after the ABPM (ambulatory blood pressure monitoring) readings, there is a reason to believe that the physicians were justified in that. If the BP is now consistently low there may be a... Read Full »
I suffer from both hypertension and COPD. How to manage them?
Query: Hello doctor,I have recently been diagnosed with high blood pressure, and I also have chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Can you provide information on how these two conditions may interact, and what steps I can take to manage both effectively? Are there specific medications or lifestyle ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. I can provide general information about how high blood pressure and COPD may interact and steps you can take to manage both conditions effectively. High blood pressure (hypertension) and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) are ... Read Full »
I am attaching my Doppler report taken for swollen ankle. Please give your opinion.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 39-year-old male with a history of hypertension. My BP medication was changed for the past six months and the doctor put me on Metosartan 50, and Amlodipine 5 mg. For four to five weeks, my ankle joints are swollen. I went to an orthopedic, and he asked for a venous Doppler lower... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your Doppler report (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Before making the diagnosis, I want a few things pertaining to your problem, like your complaining of swelling of both ankles joints like on and off. 1. Do you have a fever wi... Read Full »
I have premature ejaculation and hypertension. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have premature ejaculation and blood pressure problems. I am using a combination of Desvenlafaxine and Clonazepam for anxiety. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I checked your semen report (attachments are removed to protect the patient's identity). It looks fine. I do not see any problem there. Premature ejaculation occurs in more than 65 % of men. It is a problem but not a bodily disorder. You can ... Read Full »
I want to know about Linaclotide medication for IBS. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 47-year-old female physician managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and it has been a significant journey for me. Recently, my primary care physician recommended incorporating Linzess into my treatment plan. I am interested in understanding the specific benefits of this medica... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Linzess (Linaclotide-coated beads in hard gelatin capsules) is a recently approved medication for IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), particularly for symptoms with constipation predominance. If you struggle with passing s... Read Full »
I am having shortness of breath. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, Despite normal blood test reports, ECG (electrocardiogram), and EF (ejection fraction), which is 60 %. I have a high pulse, high blood pressure, fear, and anxiety. I also have shortness of breath, weakness, mind numbness, and inability to sleep correctly sometimes. I am currently takin... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your echocardiography is normal and your symptoms are not related to your heart. They are non-specific symptoms. If you have high blood pressure readings, I recommend checking your blood pressure daily for one week to confirm. Check it two times... Read Full »
My hypertensive father is having wheezing and breathlessness. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My 57-year-old father has been dealing with hypertension using Metoprolol for the past eight years. However, he has recently been experiencing symptoms such as persistent coughing with mucus, breathlessness (especially during physical activities), and wheezing over the last few months.... Read Full »
Answer: Hello doctor, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. I am sorry to hear about the severe symptoms your father is having. To me you should send him to see a cardiologist first to rule out any possible aggravation of his heart problems. Next, his respiratory system shou... Read Full »
Why do individuals with chronic hypertension experience nausea?
Query: Hello doctor,I want to discuss a case that involves an 86-year-old woman with a ten-year history of hypertension and kidney complications, currently exhibiting the following symptoms:Loss of appetite.Nausea tendencies.Mild abdominal discomfort.Irregular bowel movements.Urination difficulties.General... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I checked her reports (attachments have been removed to protect the patient’s identity). I have a few queries: 1. What was the previous kidney function test report before this? 2. Does she have any swelling of her legs and what is h... 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 and liver fu... Read Full »