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Why do I feel dizzy after taking Ibuprofen?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 18 year old female, and I weigh 135 lbs and 5.4 feet tall. I take birth control pills every night, along with two 500 mcg Biotin and two 500 mg cranberry pills. Tonight, I had a headache, so I accidentally took two 800 mg Ibuprofen tablets without thinking about it. I feel extremel... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You do not need to worry about any of these symptoms. Let me explain. Biotin and cranberry are health supplements, they do not affect the body adversely. Birth control pills, regularize the hormonal status in the body. So, they have no effect too. But few of the side e... Read Full »
Nausea and stomach pain after taking Panadol.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a female, 27 years old, 110 lbs, 5'3 feet. Just before sleeping at 11:30 AM, I took two Panadol advance pills and one Muscerol 3 pill altogether. I have not eaten for the last five hours earlier. Later that night, I woke up around 2 AM feeling nausea which lasted for a few minutes... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The drugs that you mentioned all contain NSAIDs. These drugs are known to damage stomach mucosal lining and cause gastritis. I would suggest to minimise these drugs. You can use some over-the-counter antacids like Pantoprazole or Ranitidine available at stores along ... Read Full »
I have rheumatoid arthritis. Can it cause childlessness?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 39-year-old female, and I have recently been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. I am concerned about the inflammation and its impact on my joints. Can you explain how inflammation occurs in rheumatoid arthritis and what treatment options are available to manage it? I have heard t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. The impact on joints solely depends upon the disease activity. You have multiple medications that are used to control inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, including NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory dr... Read Full »
My calf muscles got injured after an accident. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 17-year-old teenager who is 6'2" tall and weighs 170 lbs. Yesterday, my calf got trapped under an ATV for about 20 to 30 seconds. Today, I am able to walk on it, and there is minimal discomfort except when touched, but it remains considerably swollen. Despite the suggestion agai... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to Icliniq.com. After examining the picture (attachment removed to protect the patient identity), I suggest that you use ice compression for 20 minutes on the swollen area every other hour to aid in recovery. Additionally, elevating the leg can help to reduce swelling, and taking a ... Read Full »
Does an increase in uric acid and creatinine levels indicate a damaged kidney?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 42 year old male. From the past three months, I was suffering from typhoid. Now, I have pain in knees, sole, back, and wrist joints. The test reports show high sensitivity c-reactive protein (hs-CRP) 7.67, eGFR 68, folate 2, uric acid 7.7, creatinine 1.02, total cholesterol 211, tr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You mentioned that you had typhoid three months back, and now have features of large joint arthritis. With this profile, it seems to be reactive arthritis. If you have heel pain, which is more in the morning once you get up from the bed and put your feet on the ground,... Read Full »
Kindly suggest a remedy for my spinal stenosis and leg pain.
Query: Hello doctor,I have spinal stenosis from last five years. I took a lot of medicine but the problem remains same. Pain also includes my legs down, foot, hips and standing more than ten minutes cannot bear. Please tell me the only best solution. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. For spinal stenosis, a non-steroid anti-inflammatory drug like Ibuprofen or Paracetamol can be prescribed to relieve pain and inflammation. Physiotherapy is also beneficial. For neurological pain, Pregabalin can be prescribed. Reduce weight if obese through exercise an... Read Full »
I am experiencing migraine and prodrome symptoms. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been experiencing migraines, including prodrome symptoms, and I am exploring treatment options. Can you provide personalized insights into migraine treatments, including medications or implants, considering my specific symptoms, pain levels, and any other factors that might in... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. I am sure having migraine can be exhausting. I am here to help you. Based on the information you have provided, I can provide some general guidance on migraine treatments. Migraines are a common neurological disorder characterized by rec... Read Full »
I am getting pain in the middle of my chest on sudden movement. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I am getting pain in the middle of my chest when I put pressure on it such as while sleeping when I suddenly wake up or turn around. Why? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Costochondritis is the most common cause of sternum pain. It occurs when the cartilage between the sternum and ribs becomes inflamed and irritated. Try the following methods. 1. Ice pack to your chest. 2. You can take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, like Ibupro... Read Full »
I have had knee swelling for three months. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 24-year-old with a 5 feet height. I have been suffering from knee swelling for three months. It started as mild pain. But now, the knee swelling has increased even though I can stand and walk properly. I am currently taking Skelan as a medication. I had similar complaints two years... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Knee swelling, also known as knee edema, can be a symptom of various underlying conditions, such as injury, infection, arthritis, or fluid buildup due to heart or kidney problems. Consult your doctor to ident... Read Full »
My wife has a labrum tear. Is surgery needed?
Query: Hello doctor, My wife has been diagnosed with a labrum tear. She is 37 years old. She wants to get a second opinion on the treatment options. Is surgery the only option available? Will not the labrum heal on its own? Currently, she is on ayurvedic treatment. I have attached a few files for your refe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through the copies of the investigations you posted (attachment removed to protect patient identity). My interpretations are as follows: 1. She has arthritis of the hip joint with features of sacroiliitis (inflammation of one or both of the sacroiliac joints)... Read Full »