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Being overweight and obese cause serious health problems. Weight loss reduces the risk of diabetes, heart problem, joint problems, and increases the body's metabolism. Weight reduction can be achieved by modifying the diet and lifestyle, and by doing physical exercises.

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Please explain the role of metabolism in daily life.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 30-year-old female. I have become increasingly aware of the role that metabolism plays in our daily lives and overall health. I am interested in learning more about how it works and how it can be optimized. I am curious to know about the relationship between metabolism and weight m...  Read Full »


Dr. Chibitam Hope Obia

Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. Metabolism is the sum of all chemical reactions that occur in the body of an organism. This includes breaking substances down (catabolism) and producing substances. The metabolism is divided i...  Read Full »

What causes slight pain in right abdomen occasionally?

Query: Hello doctor,I have done FIBRO scan and the result was 345 median. Moreover, my bilirubin was 2.12 with SGPT 66. At the time of the test, my weight was 196 lbs. I have two questions now:My weight is now 185 lbs. Please tell me why I have little pain in my right abdomen occasionally. Is this gas or m...  Read Full »


Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The sleep position will not affect the occasional pain. The pain could be from a liver infection. But as it is occasional I do not think you have to worry about it. Reduce weight and bring your BMI below 25. Fruits to be taken more. Sugar cane juice, apple juice,...  Read Full »

I have to take Dronis for retained follicle. Can I conceive?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 38 years old. My first IUI failed. Then one month gap. Now, today is the second day of my period. He told a retained follicle is present after scanning and prescribed Dronis 30 daily. When I get my period again, he told to come on the second day of the period for a scan and start ...  Read Full »


Dr. Richa Agarwal

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Dronis (Ethinylestradiol) is a contraceptive pill also used to reduce the size of the ovarian cyst. You will not conceive in the month you are taking the pills. But, it is necessary for the cyst to resolve before you can be given medicine for ovulation induction. So you...  Read Full »

I want to conceive. What prenatal vitamins can I take?

Query: Hi doctor, I want to ask about the prenatal vitamins that I can take for conception, considering the case of low progesterone level. The laboratory tests performed were progesterone 0.19 ng/ml, testosterone 1.10 ng/ml, LH 17.26 mIU/mL, FSH 21.11 mIU/mL, and prolactin level. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Uzma Arqam

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Preconception vitamin that has been advised universally is Folic acid 0.4 gm per day for normal ladies who wish to conceive and not have any chronic disease like epilepsy (need 0.1 fl oz per day) before conception. You did not mention which day of menstrual cycle you di...  Read Full »

Though I did not have sex, my period is delayed. What to do?

Query: Hi doctor, I had sex last month after ovulation because I track it on my app and I am pretty regular. But this month, I have not had sex at all. I worked out twice, and each time when I worked out, I had spotting. Now, I am due for a period, and I am late. Why am I late? The first episode of spottin...  Read Full »


Dr. Joshi Shalaka Kishor

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. First, I would like you to undergo sonography of pelvis. This kind of spotting and delay could be due to hormonal imbalance, which is likely to happen when you gain excess weight. I am glad to read that you are already working on your weight. Keep it up. Also, I woul...  Read Full »

How to prevent my spine problem from worsening?

Query: Hello doctor,I am suffering from pain in my lower back. There is a pain in my left arm, leg and foot also. I got my MRI done. The MRI of lumbar spine reads as follows: Exaggerated lumbar curvature, likely due to muscle spasm. End plate Schmorl nodes are seen at D11-12, D12-L1, L1-2, L2-3 and L3-4 le...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashaq Hussain Parrey

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post. You have a degenerative disk disease although not serious enough to cause focal deficit at present but, there is minimal thecal sac indentation. I would suggest: 1) Weight reduction. Your BMI (body mass index) is high which makes you a high-r...  Read Full »

Is light beer harmful for my preexisting liver disease?

Query: Hello doctor, I was diagnosed with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease last year. My liver enzymes are very high. I used to drink champagne, wine, and other hard liquor, a few times a week. But now, I switched to light beer. Is it bad for my liver?  Read Full »


Dr. Sagar Ramesh Makode

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Excessive alcohol, that is, more than 12 g a day, is certainly dangerous and should be strictly avoided. Regarding mild to moderate consumption, data is inadequate at this moment. But, recommendations are to strictly avoid all alcohol consumption because it can damage...  Read Full »

I have high BP and chest pain. What medicines should I take?

Query: Hello doctor, I am 31 years old with a weight of 191 pounds and height of 5 feet 7 inches. I have a problem of high BP. There is little chest pain. ECG report (leftward axis). Echo report (mild concentric LVH and diastolic dysfunction and normal systolic function). LVEF 60 %. Total cholesterol 213. ...  Read Full »


Dr. Nishith Chandra

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). Your echo is almost normal. Your current medicines appear to control your BP adequately. So, there is no need to change them. But your weight of 191 pounds for your height of 5 feet ...  Read Full »

I am experiencing low libido. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 33 year old male, who has schizophrenia and depression from the last 12 years. My current problem is low libido and erection-related issues. I do not wish to take any medicine like Viagra or other similar medicines. Please suggest a medicine which can cure my problem. I also need h...  Read Full »


Dr. Ashok Kumar

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. From the available description, these are the following things which are responsible for decreased libido and erection problem such as Obesity, Diabetes, High blood pressure and medications, Low testosterone level. I sugge...  Read Full »

What is the treatment option for Parkinson's disease other than Levodopa?

Query: Hi doctor, I feel extreme fatigue in the morning. I have tremor and right leg tingling. I am experiencing brain fog, Parkinson like symptoms but I did not feel any improvement with Levodopa. My manganese levels are high. Please help.  Read Full »


Dr. Muhammad Majid Hanif

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I want to assure you that do not worry as everything is going to be fine soon. I have thoroughly gone through your case and can well understand your genuine concerns. First thing is unless the diagnosis is made by an expert physician, the resembling symptoms do not mean ...  Read Full »

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