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Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is a combination of risk factors that increase the incidence of cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. The risk factors are high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess fat around the waist, and low levels of HDL (good cholesterol).

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My SGOT, SGPT, cholesterol and triglyceride levels are high. Why?

Query: Hello doctor, My blood test show SGOT and SGPT 100 and 239, respectively. Cholesterol level is 314 and triglycerides is 209. Kindly suggest which specialist doctor I should consult for both.  Read Full »


Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your concern is regarding which doctor to consult. So you can consult a physician or gastroenterologist for examination and management. I would like to give you some information regarding your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You can have met...  Read Full »

How to manage fatty liver and reduce weight?

Query: Hello doctor, I just had my liver profile test and also I have very fatty liver and I am trying to reduce weight.  Read Full »


Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Abdelrahman Abouibrahim

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and understand your concerns. Your SGPT (serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase) is mildly elevated. This could be due to many conditions or increased alcohol intake. You should reduce your weight...  Read Full »

Kindly evaluate my blood test report and advise.

Query: Hello doctor, I did a blood test. Kindly evaluate it and give advice.  Read Full »


Dr. Ana Karen Pulido Ayala

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your laboratory test is fine (attachment removed to protect patient identity) but you have your liver enzymes a bit over the limit of normality. The most common cause for this alteration is fatty liver. The less expensive way to know this for sure is doing a liver ultraso...  Read Full »

My 13 year old has grade-1 fatty liver. What should I do?

Query: Hello doctor, My son is 13 years old. He has grade-1 fatty liver. SGPT 149 and SGOT 70. His cholesterol is also high at 230 and triglyceride is 200. LDL 140. Blood pressure around 150/87 but varies a lot and comes down to 125/80. Pulse is always above 90. His height is good around 5 feet 7 inches an...  Read Full »


Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Hassan Shoukat

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. All of these symptoms are suggesting metabolic-X syndrome. In the long run, if not controlled then there is a high risk of developing complications, like diabetes and heart problems. The best suggestion I can give is to see a good endocrinologist and follow up with him,...  Read Full »

Is it good to take Risperidone for a long time for hallucination?

Query: Hi doctor, My brother had five to six episodes of hallucinations, and he takes Risperidone 2 mg for one year. Is it safe to take this medicine for such a long time? Can psychosis come back after stopping the medication? What are the side effects?  Read Full »


Dr. Ramchandra Lamba

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Antipsychotics are usually required for long-term. But if the person is suffering from acute and transient psychotic disorders, then these drugs are used for three months to one year depending upon the situation. After completing the drug treatment, relapse of psychosis...  Read Full »

My 5-year-old daughter suffers from on and off stomach pain. How to manage it?

Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is five years old. She had on and off pain in her stomach and a terrible smell when she farts. Please help me out in this problem. I gave her Cyclopam but was not so effective. She is currently on Colicaid.  Read Full »


Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The first striking point I have noted in your history is the weight of the child. This history coupled with the history of abdominal pain and indigestion may be indicative of a metabolic disorder or disorder associated with digestion of food. It needs to be evaluate...  Read Full »

What is the reason for persistent high FBS even after medication?

Query: Hello doctor, My FBS used to be around 100-115 while on Metformin 500 mg twice daily (diabetic and PCOS). Recently I have been tired, and feeling hot in the nights, getting night sweats. My FBS was between 150-165 and I visited my doctor and some tests confirmed and he diagnosed me with NASH and put...  Read Full »


Dr. Penchilaprasad Kandikattu

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have to wait at least two weeks to know whether the drug is working or not. Do regular exercise and yoga. Avoid alcohol and smoking. Eat green leafy vegetables and fruits. Avoid irregular meals, please check whether you are suffering from hypothyroidism or metab...  Read Full »

How to lose weight gained in the midsection area?

Query: Hi doctor,I feel tired with fatigue. I have low sexual libido and insomnia. I have gained weight around the midsection, love handles, and belly. I think that I have low testosterone. What to do?   Read Full »


Dr. Deep Dutta

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is important to control your intake of calories. Please mention your height and weight to calculate your appropriate calorie requirement needed for a day. Avoid eating fat and red meat. Take green leafy vegetables and fruits. You need to walk for atleast 10,000 s...  Read Full »

Why do I have vomiting followed by acidity despite making lifestyle changes?

Query: Hello doctor, I am having vomiting followed by acidity. Recently, I also had high fasting blood glucose levels. My doctor has suggested me to make lifestyle changes. Kindly suggest medicines to help with my vomiting and acidity problems. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Ajeet Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). There are specific issues in your blood test reports and your weight. You have high blood sugar, deranged lipid profile, high TSH (thyroid-stimulating hor...  Read Full »

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