Recently Answered Questions
All the answers published in this website are written by verified medical doctors, therapists and health experts. The Content has been moderated by iCliniq medical review team before publication. Post your medical clarifications on iCliniq by choosing the right specialty and get them answered. Your medical queries will be answered 24/7 by top doctors from iCliniq.
Why do I have weight loss, memory problems, and body pain?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 34-year-old female. My issues are weight loss, memory loss, and body pain. I had medication for depression for two years. My Vitamin D3 level is 34 ng/mL. Currently, I am taking Ashwagandhadi, Liv-on, and Amlapitta. I had taken medication for two years for depression. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vitamin D3 levels should be between 20 to 50 ng/mL. A 34 ng/mL level of Vitamin D is normal and is ruling out Vitamin D deficiency. If the weight loss is of short duration, it may be due to thyroiditis or some acute infection. If the weight loss is of longer duration, i... Read Full »
Please advise on using sunscreen and other protection measures.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 37-year-old female. I am writing to seek your advice and recommendations regarding the use of sunscreen and other sun protection measures to safeguard my skin from the harmful effects of sun exposure. I understand the importance of sun protection and would appreciate your expertise... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, We welcome you to the icliniq family. I appreciate the confidence that you place in me for your healthcare consultation. Sunscreens are very important for sun protection and for preventing sun damage. They have multiple benefits, like preventing wrinkles on the skin, protecting from sun sp... Read Full »
My baby is prescribed vitamin D3. Are calcium drops needed?
Query: Hello doctor, My daughter is 4 months old. The doctor prescribed her Vitamin D3 sachet to be given stat and next after 45 days. So, is there any need of giving calcium drops along with it? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vitamin D3 drops are regularly advised to infants. But Vitamin D3 sachet is only advised in diagnosed cases of vitamin D deficiency. The need for calcium supplement is based on the type of deficiency. Normally, no supplementation of calcium is required. Please share ... Read Full »
I am taking medication for a fever. Can I do kidney tests?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a bad throat, cold and mild fever. I am taking antibiotic Amoxycillin and Ibugesic plus. Can I get liver function test and kidney function test at this time or should I wait? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is advisable to get the liver and kidney function tests done after a week, as these drugs alter the test results. For further queries consult an internal medicine physician online --> https://icliniq.com./ask-a-doctor-online/internal-medicine-physician Read Full »
Why does leg pain occur when I stop vitamin D3 supplements?
Query: Hello doctor, It all started with leg pain some two years ago. At that time my vitamin D3 level was only 8. Then, I took Uprise-D3 60000 weekly dose for two months. I was cured and fine. But after six months, the problem started again. I did my blood tests again and it was 30. I started taking vitam... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It appears that you have myalgia. I suggest that you take; 1.Tablet vitamin D 5000 IU (International Units) once daily. 2. Tablet A to Z (Copper, Manganese, Selenium, Zinc, Folic acid, Methylcobalamin, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitam... Read Full »
What causes the skin around a baby's anus to turn red?
Query: Hi doctor, I am the mother of a 2 months old baby boy. Last week I have noticed that my baby’s butthole and its surrounding area has turned red in color. I have been using pampers on a daily basis, but I have always made it a point to change the diapers within four hours time. I have been using ra... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There is no need to worry. I have gone through the pictures of your baby (attachment removed to protect patient identity). First of all, answering your first question, sometimes rashes appear due to dryness or lack of care. So, you can apply vaseline or Polyfax (Polymyx... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I would like to get my recent health report reviewed by a general physician for guidance. Kindly help. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. According to your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient’s identity),, you have done some investigations and would like to interpret those blood results. All the investigation results that are provided here are within the s... Read Full »
I have tiredness and vitamin D3 deficiency. Please advise.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 51 years old feeling frequent lower back pain and tiredness. BP, sugar and other tests are normal but my vitamin D3 is deficient. Please advise. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vitamin D deficiency is one of the common cause of generalized body pain. It is more frequent in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women. Back pain can also be due to osteoporosis or degenerative (age-related) spine changes. It is better you start taking Calcium and ... Read Full »
Why has my child not started walking by his own?
Query: Hi doctor, It is regarding my son. He is 14 months and 1 week old. He has not started to walk on his own but has started to crawl at 12 months. Is there a problem with his leg muscle? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Do not worry. Some children are a little slow. The very fact that the child is able to crawl shows that leg muscles are working fine and have enough strength to lift the weight of the body. Give the child some time, and he should be able to walk also. You can supplement... Read Full »
What is the ideal vitamin D3 level for an adult?
Query: Hi doctor, My vitamin D3 test result shows 18.9 ng/mL. What is the ideal vitamin D3 level for an adult? Should I take any vitamin supplements? Also, I am fatigued. Please guide. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Vitamin D3 levels vary from laboratory to laboratory. So check your lab reference values. From my hospital laboratory reference range, it is slightly low. In our population, it has been found that somewhat low levels of vitamin D3 are normal. So before guiding you for a... Read Full »