Medical Advice on "Infectious Diseases"

Can Coronavirus affect asthmatic and thyroid patients?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please note that there are two important things that decide fate of a person suffering from COVID-19. These are immunity and viral load. If your immunity is good but viral load is too much outcome will be poor and if ...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

Can herpes cause cold sore on lip?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As per the current picture sent by you, it does not look like a cold sore as of now (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Also, I would advise to stop all ongoing treatment (including the Hydrocortisone) a...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

I am obese and hypertensive. Please suggest tips to prevent contracting COVID-19.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Certain important points that can be put to good use by you: 1. Wear a surgical mask or an N95 mask (it is a little suffocating) when you go out to work. 2. Make sure to not touch any part of your face, ears, or head a...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Faisal Abdul Karim Malim

I have psoriasis vulgaris with anxiety disorder and dry cough. Will Hydroxychloroquine be harmful?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sure some healthcare providers must have advised you to take these drugs and he would be aware of these interactions before starting. If you are self-medicating yourselves I would strongly advise you against tha...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Kapil Gupta

I have a sore throat and feel weak sometimes. Please help.

Hello, If you have sore throat and weakness, and you don't have running nose, neck pain , high fever probably you have simple flu or bacterial infection. You don't have to panic about covid 19( coronavirus ). You can use Augmentin 625mg for 5 days(...  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Mohammed Shah Alam

I have sore throat, chest heaviness and dizziness. Am I infected with Coronavirus?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please do not panic, it is not Covid-19 if there is no fever. For sore throat, you can start warm saline gargles.  View thread »

Answered by Dr. Payas Joshi