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I have wheezing, cough, and loss of smell these past few days. What should I do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old male. I have wheezing, cough, and loss of smell the past few days. I am a nonsmoker. I took an X-ray and spirometry test. I would like to consult a doctor to clarify the results accordingly. Please give me your opinion on this. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. Based on your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), your chest X-ray seems normal. Pulmonary function testing (PFT) shows moderate obstructive defect with good bronchodilator reversibili... Read Full »
I feel weak and have pain in my hand and feet. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been suffering from asthma and allergy for the past 10 years. Now, I feel lethargic, weak and some pain in the hands and toes. My past medication includes Deriphyllin and Cetirizine. I have had blood tests and have attached the reports for reference. Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have low vitamin D, low vitamin B, raised eosinophil count, borderline iron deficiency, and a raised TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone). Also, you need vitamin B, D, and iron replacement. ... Read Full »
My mom is an asthmatic. How to treat hypercementosis?
Query: Hello doctor, My mom is above 50 years of age and she has been complaining seriously of pains for about 20 years now and it was recently diagnosed to be hypercementosis. She needs a solution. Also, she is an asthmatic and doctors have also said that the inhaler she uses increases the pain. Just fo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no permanent treatment for asthma. It can be subsided only and if the inhaler is causing trouble you can opt for medicines. Tell her physician all the details your dentist gave her and her physician will surely give medicines. For the treatment of hyperceme... Read Full »
What is the permanent cure for allergic cough and vomit?
Query: Hello doctor, My son, aged 15 years, is suffering from allergy since his childhood. He will have cough and vomiting whenever it is attacked, mostly in the winter. We use Asthalin, Sereflo, and sometimes with nebulization, he will be fine for some days. Please advise a permanent cure for his prob... Read Full »
Dr. Geetha Priyadarsini Kamminana
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the medication you have detailed, he is being treated for asthma. Any positive family history? Does he have chest tightness or shortness of breath or wheezing during the episode? Any seasonal variation or exacerbation in winters? Asthma is due to hyper airwa... Read Full »
Why am I getting asthma and depression symptoms despite taking medicines?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 25 years old my height: is 67 inches and my weight: is 154 pounds. I have been suffering from asthma, and allergic rhinitis since my childhood, currently taking the following medications for the last four years. 1. Montelukast 10 mg, daily 2. Fexofenadine HCL 120 mg, daily. 3. For... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Medications are normal, however, if you are now relieved by mucous is because of severe irritation of the gastric and lung lining. It is a natural protective phenomenon. To prevent mucosa from damaging body secretes large amounts of mucous... Read Full »
I am an asthmatic seeking expert advise. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 30-year-old male. I was diagnosed with asthma recently. I would like to know what are typical environmental triggers for asthma are. How can one identify the signs and symptoms of an asthma attack? What are the different asthma medications and inhalers available for short-term ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Common environmental triggers for asthma include: 1. Air pollution: Smog, dust, and other air pollutants can irritate the airways and trigger asthma symptoms. 2. Allergens: Pollen, mold spores, pet dander, a... Read Full »
What are the foods items that should be not given to an asthma patient?
Query: Hello doctor, What are the foods items that should be not given to the asthma patient? Read Full »
Dr. Amol Kumar Wasudeorao Diwan
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you said correctly that asthma patients should always take care of their diets as some food ingredients may cause a severe asthma attack. Grossly we cannot avoid all food types because there is person to person variability to the food allergy. So you should strictl... Read Full »
I have been diagnosed with asthma. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 48-year-old female. Over the past few weeks, I have been experiencing more frequent episodes of shortness of breath. It is affecting my daily activities and is causing discomfort. I have noticed an increase in coughing and wheezing, especially during the night and early morning. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. With passion, commitment, and experience, I hope I will be able to provide you with top-class medical opinion. Here are some suggestions that may help improve your asthma management: Follow your asthma action plan: Your healthcare provider should have provided yo... Read Full »
I am a 34-year-old male with asthma. Can I use Dupixent?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 34-year-old male dealing with asthma. My breathing is heavy, and I am interested in learning more about the drug Dupixent. I am so worried about asthma. Can you provide information on how Dupixent works to manage asthma symptoms? What are the common symptoms of asthma that Dupixent... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. Actually, Dupixent (Dupilumab) is a good medicine for controlling inflammatory reactions, and due to its action, it can help somehow with asthma, but it is not a complete treatment for asthma. We cannot fully rely o... Read Full »
I have chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Am I at the risk of asthma?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 37-year-old female. I have CRSwNP and I am taking medications like nasal steroid drops and Cetirizine. This is a question just to seek some information on my level of risk. I have had CRSwNP since I was 23 years old. This is mostly controlled with Flixonase nasal drops. I have had ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.According to your statement, you have been suffering from chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP). You are now concerned about developing asthma in the near future. You also have a positive family history of asthma, as your dad had as... Read Full »