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What could cause a persistent cough with phlegm and a sore throat?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Based on your symptoms, you may have a respiratory infection, such as the flu or bronchitis. The flu typically causes fever, sore throat, and cough, while bronchitis may cause a persistent cough with phlegm production. View thread
What could be done to manage chronic irregular periods?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are a clear cut case of PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome). If you are not intending to get pregnant soon, then you should be started on monthly pills of Krimson 35 or Ginette 35 with Cyproterone acetate from day 3 of your cycle for at least three to six months along with Myo-inositol tablets and Insulin sensitizers like Metformin all together to regulate your periods. View thread
What is the treatment for abscess in a cracked tooth?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Antibiotics for the abscess is always not the first choice to do actually. Moreover, you had mentioned that it is a cracked tooth. I wonder how deep is the crack so that it fits the criteria for root canal treatment. View thread
How to manage high cholesterol and vitamin D deficiency?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have increased uric acid and increased cholesterol, which are just above borderline. You can reduce that by proper diet control. I would suggest you to kindly avoid the following. View thread
Increased Concerta XL dosage for ADHD, yet ineffective. Why?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Concerta XL needs to be gradually titrated up according to your age, body weight and clinical response, i.e improvement in symptoms and any side effects. I note that it is still early days since you commenced on Concerta. View thread
How to manage interTan nail displacement in arthritis?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. She requires implant removal and joint replacement. This is a relatively safe procedure. Plaster cannot be applied over this. View thread
What could be the cause for a painless growth on the knee?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The growth is a viral wart. It is a form of superficial viral growth on the skin. Yes, it usually increases in size if left untreated and can spread to other body parts by direct contact. View thread
What causes continuous leakage of urine and swollen legs?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Relax and do not worry. I do not think the problem is due to Furosemide. You may be suffering from severe form of stress urinary incontinence which is very common at this age. View thread
What could be done to manage persistent stomach issues?
Dear, Welcome to icliniq.com. First and foremost, do not be disheartened as I see patients with similar problems every day and they get better. You definitely have a psychological problem similar to depression and anxiety. View thread
What causes recurrent fever and body pain in a 13-year-old?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query, my opinion is as follows: HbE trait with 11 g% hemoglobin is good and well maintained. His white blood cell count is normal and lymphocytes are mildly increased. View thread