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Post COVID, I have increased LDH. Is this an indication of a major problem?
Query: Hello doctor, Post COVID, my lab test result for LDH (Lactate dehydrogenase) is 277 units/L, greater than the normal value of 135-225 units/L. Is there any problem? I am currently taking Novastat 10 mg for increased cholesterol. Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through all your reports and they are good; nothing to worry about. These are observed post COVID infection. Isolated elevation of LDH (Lactate dehydrogenase) need not be taken into account; also, it is only a meager elevation with respect to the referen... Read Full »
Post-COVID, my brother is experiencing a loss of appetite. What can be done to improve appetite?
Query: Hi doctor, My brother, aged 40, got tested positive for COVID two weeks back, and he immediately started taking covid treatment from home. However, after a week of medication from home, he did not recover, and last week he got admitted to a hospital due to low oxygen levels. After treatment for four... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your brother's case, and it fits into the mild-moderate category of covid infection according to the latest clinical algorithm. Commonly, the post-COVID sequelae have a lot of gastric symptoms and weakness. So do not worry, as the condition will i... Read Full »
How can I overcome the symptoms of long COVID and regain my energy?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 40-year-old male and had COVID-19 for the first time two years ago. I got the Omicron variant a year later. My hemoglobin level was also less, so the doctor said I could have a stroke. I also have major testosterone issues. I have to get shots every two weeks. I had my blood tes... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The general principle is that if you do not use your muscles, they become weak, and atrophy. I suggest you break tasks into pieces and rest when you feel breathless. Frequent short rests are better than continuous resting. Try to increase your physical activities and g... Read Full »