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Please suggest a treatment for allergic cough in a 5-year-old kid.
Query: Hello doctor, My boy is 5 years and 8 months old. He is having allergic sneezing, on and off cold from the past eight months (my wife has a regular allergic sneezing regularly). He is good, but since three days he is having occasional cough and sneezing occasionally (especially in the morning). I h... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It looks like allergic rhinitis. You should give an anti-allergic syrup. I hope that there is no fever. Read Full »
How do I overcome recurrent throat infections?
Query: Hi doctor,I have recurrent throat infections with nodules. I am a vocal artist aged 38 years. I tend to get recurrent cold infections followed by throat infections which get aggravated with speaking. The episode usually begins with sneezing and irritation of the nose and then later develops into pai... Read Full »
Answer: Hi. Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to know a few more symptoms of your condition. 1. Do you get severe throat pain, nose block, and cough during each attack of infection? 2. How long each attack of infection used to stay? 3. Do you used to be completely normal after treatment for each attack o... Read Full »
I have a persistent cough, nasal congestion, and sneezing. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 30-year-old female. Over the past week, I have been dealing with a combination of symptoms, including a persistent cough, nasal congestion, and occasional sneezing. I have also been experiencing a sore throat accompanied by mild fatigue. While I have not experienced a high fever, I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and would like to guide you in your query. Based on your symptoms, it could be pharyngitis, most likely a viral etiology. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions: 1. Take antiallergic medication, one tablet before bedtime. 2. Take ... Read Full »
Do I have a risk for lung cancer due to wheezing?
Query: Hello doctor, Given my family history, could I be at risk for lung cancer? My mother had tuberculosis and later died of lung cancer at 85. I am 36, married, and experiencing wheezing issues since age 23, initially as allergies. I get severe coughing and sneezing after marriage but have not taken any... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. When a person is infected with tuberculosis, they typically experience symptoms such as sweating, weight loss, and frequent cough with bleeding. These symptoms manifest after contracting tuberculosis. In your case, the chance... Read Full »
I am struggling with sleep issues and sneezing. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 31-year-old female. Sleep has been a real struggle lately, and I have turned into a sneeze machine. Tried cleaning like crazy, but no luck. Thinking it might be some allergy messing with me. Dust mites crossed my mind; could they be the culprits? Wondering if there are signs I s... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Yes, actually, your symptoms look like you might have allergic rhinitis, and it can be caused by dust and all, so do not worry; it can be treated easily with medications. Whenever you clean your bedroom, just cover your... Read Full »
How can I stop sneezing because of dust?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 37 years old, I have been having trouble sleeping recently, and the incessant sneezing is turning my evenings into a nightmare. I am wondering whether this is all due to allergies or if dust mites are the culprits. Is there anything I should be looking out for? Sneezing is a majo... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. In many cases, sneezing is caused by allergies. Only allergies, such as dust, pollen, and other allergens, may cause sneezing and sleep problems; to avoid this, I recommend that you protect your face while dusting the home. Dust is more likely to trigger allergy reacti... Read Full »
I have been experiencing allergic rhinitis for years. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 22-year-old female, and I have been dealing with allergic rhinitis and sinusitis for the past few years. Every time I am exposed to allergens, I sneeze a lot, and my nose becomes blocked, making it very uncomfortable for me. Is there a long-term treatment I can pursue to eliminat... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Actually, allergies cannot be cured but can only be controlled. The best treatment for allergies is prevention; if you can prevent exposure to the allergen, then there will not be any symptoms such as rhinitis. I would suggest covering your face when going out, avoiding ... Read Full »
My wife has allergic rhinitis. Please suggest remedies.
Query: Hi doctor,My wife, who is 29 years old is having a cold allergy problem. She is suffering from countless sneezing from last two days with a watery eye and runny nose. The situation becomes worse when she touches any cold thing or touches cold water or in a dusty environment. Kindly suggest some reme... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Can you please tell me regarding a few details as follows: Is this thing recurring every time or just isolated episode? Did she have any previous similar episodes? Any history suggesting viral infection like fever, malaise or a sore throat? Has she taken any tr... Read Full »
I have had recurring chronic colds and sneezing. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old male, and for the past three months, I have been experiencing recurrent cold and sneezing. These symptoms typically last for around two days before gradually resolving, but they keep coming back every month. Currently, I am using antihistamines to manage the symptoms... Read Full »
Dr. Bhadragiri Vageesh Padiyar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for sharing your concerns. Based on the information provided, it appears that your recurring symptoms are likely due to severe allergic rhinitis, possibly associated with sinusitis. I will simplify the chain of events leading to your symptoms: When you ar... Read Full »
Is my sneezing due to dust allergy or the climate?
Query: Hi doctor, I am living in a tropical coastal area. I used to travel always. When I am outside my place or abroad I do not have any problem. But, when I enter my place and as soon as I enter my house, I will start sneezing and then after sometime my nose will start dripping. This happens only in my p... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry. I worked in such a place for some time. I used to see lot of patients with sneezing, running nose and bronchial asthma there and the incidence is more when compared to other parts of the country. After reading your history I can say that it is related to cli... Read Full »