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Will Z-Pak relieve my fever, coughs, and runny nose?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 22-year-old male with ulcerative colitis since the age of 9. I woke up with a nasty fever, mucus filled coughs, and runny nose. I was curious how a Z-pack would affect me. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The possibility of respiratory tract infection is more likely. You should definitely take Z pack (Azithromycin), no need to worry about this. Along with Z pack also, do warm water gargles and steam inhalation 4 to 5 times a day. If it does... Read Full »
What is the treatment for throat congestion and irritation?
Query: Hi doctor, I suffer from a cough, irritation in the throat, and mild pain. I feel feverish but do not have an actual fever. Temperature variation is a problem where I live, and I travel around 50 km daily by bus. I am also a smoker. I usually get into this trouble at least twice a year during season... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is again an episode of upper respiratory tract infection. The prescription would be the same. You first try azithromycin once a day for five days. If it does not respond, then I suggest Amoxicillin. I also suggest betadine gargles and sy... Read Full »
Why does it pain in my genitals when I urinate?
Query: Hello doctor, I had sex after a long time the day before yesterday. When I go to the washroom to urinate, it is burning and somewhat paining. Please suggest what to do and what the reason behind it could be. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The symptoms sound like some vaginal infection. Vaginal infection is transmitted during sex (so the partner is the source), so both have to be treated at a time, or else you will get infected the next time of sex. You may have white or yellow, or grayish discharge ... Read Full »
When I cough my chest pain gets worse. Is it serious?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 60 year old female. I weigh 154.4 pounds and my height is 5 feet. I am a known diabetic and hypertensive and on regular medications. I have been suffering with dry cough, fever and chest pain. When I cough my chest pain gets worse. I am unable to take deep breath, because if I inha... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read through your query in detail and gone through your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Please find my observations below. The chest x-ray shows certain changes which are expected for your age. There are no significant shadows s... Read Full »
Can taking birth control pills treat my acne?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 33 year old female. As a teenager, I got acne on my face and back. In my 20's it mostly went away. I would get a pimple here and there on my face, but nothing too bad. My back cleared up completely. Now in my 30's, the acne has started to come back worse. I get breakouts on my f... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please attach some good quality pictures of the affected area. Read Full »
My doctor suggested using Azifast and Isotroin. Should I use it?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 19 year old male. I consulted a dermatologist, and they suggested using Azifast and Isotroin, should I use it? Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you to follow the following things: Do not use hair oil or any sticky cream on your face. Avoid oily food, chocolate, and milk products. Avoid dust, and use sunscreen (above 30 SPF). Use any steroid creams. Continue treatment for at least 1 month.... Read Full »
Can allergy cause red dots on the penis?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 23 year old non-diabetic male. I suddenly felt a burning sensation on the tip of my penis a few days back. I thought it was a general burning sensation, due to lack of drinking water. I do accept that I am a little unhygienic. After a day or two, the burning sensation increased. Wh... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and examined your picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). From your description, it seems you have chancroid or herpes genitalis. Chancroid is a bacterial sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by Haemophilus ducreyi, where... Read Full »
How to get relief from cough and heartburn?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 26-year-old female. I am suffering from the following symptoms: Cough blocked itchy throat, which is slightly red, burps, farts, a little gassy, and acidity. This has increased in the past 24 hours. Because of my sore throat, I cannot have cold substances to resolve acidity. Also, I... Read Full »
Dr. Geetha Priyadarsini Kamminana
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You appear to be a case of dyspepsia. The acute onset might be drug induced as gastritis is a known side effect of Azithromycin. Gastritis worsens cough, and the cough further induce nausea and vomiting. Hence, it is very prudent to treat both the conditions. For how ... Read Full »
What medicines can treat cough and sneezing effectively?
Query: Hello doctor, I am having cough and sneezing from yesterday. I went out in the night in cold weather. I am having sneezing and cough now. Please suggest me medicines. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This looks like a viral rhinitis. I suggest you consider taking tab Sinarest (Caffeine, Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, and Phenylephrine) twice a day for three to five days. Take salt water gargles with warm water. Also, I would suggest you take three days of oral an... Read Full »
I have acne issues. Please suggest medications.
Query: Hi doctor, I have sensitive, oily and acne prone skin. My skin is a very fair complexion. I need topical medication for acne that lasts on the face for more two to three months. The acne is often without a white head. They are red and become brown with time. It happens with climatic change, hormonal... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you have acne problem. You can continue with Cetaphil-OS cleanser. Also, I suggest Epiduo gel (Adapalene and Benzoyl peroxide) at night. I would like to know if your periods are regular and any recent stress. Also, it would help if you can lose some w... Read Full »