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How is LVEDP concordant with diastolic dysfunction?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for providing a detailed explanation. In my practice, normal LVEDP (left ventricular end-diastolic pressure) is considered between 4 to 12 mmHg. I would love to know when you last went for any of these tests, that is EKG (electrocardiography), echocardiogram, and lipid profile tests? View thread
What could be done to manage an infant with loose stools?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The probable cause is acute diarrhea. Use of Oflox OZ (Ofloxacin and Ornidazole) is safe. But, this is not required in the care of diarrhea unless it is complicated. The treatment plan is: ORS (oral rehydration salts) 100 mL per loose stool. View thread
What do the elevated levels of CD3 and CD57 NK cells mean?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Lyme disease is usually associated with decreased CD57, especially in the chronic form. But, the lab findings reveal a high CD57. View thread
Can ejaculating before penetrating cause pregnancy?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you do not want to take any chances, then she should take an I-pill (emergency contraceptive pill) within 72 hours of unprotected intercourse. View thread
Why is the urine color consistently yellow for a year?
Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your history and complaints are suggestive of UTI (urinary tract infection), either resolved or partially treated. The color of urine is not a factor in deciding the status of the infection. View thread
Can a negative serum beta hCG level indicate pregnancy?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As your serum beta hCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) result is also negative, it definitely indicates you have not got pregnant in this cycle. The symptoms you have mentioned could also be possible because of the progesterone hormone secretion in the postovulatory phase, which may mimic pregnancy, and the spotting could be due to the breakthrough bleed. View thread
Is cholecystectomy necessary before planning pregnancy?
Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I have gone through your case and reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). This looks like a symptomatic uncomplicated gallbladder stones. Even though you say that the symptoms have not been typical of biliary colic but the repeated episodes of pain, need for parenteral analgesics, and no other attributable cause leads to consider gallbladder stones as the cause for your pain. View thread
What could be the reason for a foul smell in the mouth?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Bad breath or halitosis most commonly originates from the oral cavity or nasal passages. Periodontal disease, caries, acute forms of gingivitis, poorly fitting dentures, oral abscess, tongue coating, and sinusitis are common causes. View thread
Why is the fasting blood sugar level more than postprandial?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I would like to tell you that different mechanism of our body act to control our fasting and postprandial sugars. Firstly, you are doing well with your blood sugars. The fasting sugar is slightly higher, but no issues. View thread
Is Hawthorn advisable after angioplasty?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have ischemic heart disease so your heart rate should be kept low as much as possible to prevent from further deterioration. For this purpose, you are taking Metoprolol 25 mg one time daily still your heart rate is high. View thread