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Can an ill-fitting denture lead to skin peeling in my mouth?
Query: Hello doctor, The last week two weeks I have been getting peeling in my mouth like on my cheeks. And I wanted to know if that is from loose fitting dentures or if I have not been cleaning them properly. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Usually, vitamin B complex deficiency causes such peeling of the oral mucosa. If you are using dentures for a long time, then it may be the reason for this.Take a multivitamin once a day and eat a good healthy wholesome diet. Read Full »
Can De Quervain's syndrome cause nerve damage?
Query: Hi doctor,I am feeling burning in the wrist. I had De Quervain's release six months ago. Can one have nerve damage as a result of De Quervain's syndrome? I am currently on Exemestane. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. De Quervain's tenosynovitis is purely an entrapment tendinitis of the tendons contained within the first dorsal compartment at the wrist. It causes pain during thumb motion. After the release procedure, you should feel relief. Sometimes the healing takes time, and yo... Read Full »
Do the raised white lines in my mouth indicate leukoplakia
Query: Hi doctor, I went to the ENT for a sore throat. He ended up saying I have leukoplakia. It is mainly in the gap where I am missing the tooth. He said it was in other areas around my lower gum but it pretty much wiped off of there. I then went to my dentist who said it was not leukoplakia. I then went... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I have seen the image (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It is not at all a type of leukoplakia as seen in the picture. But, if you are a smoker, then I would recommend you stop smoking. It seems to be just hyperkeratinization of the oral mucosa which ca... Read Full »
Can lymph nodes swell due to an allergy to fried foods?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 35-year-old male. I had a fever of 100.2 degrees Fahrenheit on the eighth of last month, which only lasted for a day. But the fever was followed by a few symptoms. After the fever, my lymph nodes at the back of my ear were swollen. I also had a sore throat and mouth ulcers. My body ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Are you still having enlarged lymph nodes? Are those painful to touch? Is the size still the same as when you observed first? Is there any change? Do you have any throat pain now? Was any throat swab test done? Any blood test? Any difficulty or pain while swall... Read Full »
Does eating 12 eggs in a day cause any health issues?
Query: Hi doctor, I ate 12 eggs today. Will this cause any health issues? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Proteins in eggs are of most superior quality and now the cholesterol (in the yolk) is also not considered as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. But eating 12 large boiled eggs (about 600 grams) will provide you more than 900 calories. Since already you have a hi... Read Full »
Does using Rotacaps for my wheezing cause cancer sore?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 26 years old man. Thrush or canker sore is there in the tongue, lip or mouth side. Not fever but body temperature is increasing feeling like hot. Tongue buds are burning for the past two days but thrush or canker sore is there for 15 days. When canker sore is healed, a new one (cank... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I have gone through the history you have mentioned. These two can be the main possibilities for your problems. Vitamin B complex deficiency. This is most commonly seen folic acid, riboflavin, and niacin deficiency. So start multivitamin ta... Read Full »
I am getting mouth sores when I eat anything. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am getting sores in my mouth when I eat anything. Also, I get the feeling in my mouth as if I am eating something sour and it is annoying. I get it around the same time every year for a couple of occasions. It usually starts around my exams. I am a 15 year old female. My height is 158 c... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sores occur due to deficiency of vitamin B and also due to excessive stress. You should try to avoid stress using relaxation techniques like deep breathing, meditation, etc. I suggest vitamin B complex supplement like capsule Zevit once a day for a week. It shou... Read Full »
Why does my report show low hemoglobin levels?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 40-year-old woman. I had a hysterectomy surgery four years back. Now, I have no periods or blood loss of any measure. I am having a balanced diet with plenty of meat and kale chips. For three months, I have started taking raw food and prenatal vitamins because of cracks in my mouth ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query and reports (attachments removed to protect patient identity), my opinion is as follows: The low hemoglobin at present is not due to blood loss, it is nutritional. If you look at the iron studies, the iron levels are very low, indicating inadequate... Read Full »
What causes memory loss and forgetfulness?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 22-year-old and have had memory problems for the last five years. It started back in high school and I would wake up and not remember what was going on in my life, but not just for a few seconds, it would stay like that. I would know the friends I have, but I was not able to remem... Read Full »
Dr. Mustafa Ibrahim Abdelaziz Emara
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. First of all, a good memory needs a balanced diet, which contains all essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B complex, carbohydrates, proteins, and a small amount of fat. Moreover, some drugs like oral contraceptive pills can lead to decrease in vitamin B com... Read Full »
I am a 19-year-old, and my heart rate falls to 50 bpm while resting. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a biopsy done on my tongue because I had a smooth recurring patch that would heal and return. The report came back with squamous mucosa with hyperplasia and acute inflammation, whereas the bacterial colonies were negative for carcinoma. The doctor says it is because I chew my to... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Change your food habit with many veggies, fruits, and meat products. Avoid snack items, spicy foods, tobacco, and cold drinks. Do warm salt water gargle twice a day. Take a multivitamin tablet or vitamin B complex once daily for about 15 days. Consult your specialist... Read Full »