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I have chronic cough and cold with high total IgE. What is the diagnosis?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 32-year-old male. I am having chronic idiopathic pancreatitis. I am regularly on Agna 25000 three times, and Cretox CP three times a day.My problem are cold and cough for two years approximately. Almost four to five days a week. Even sleeping under the fan my nose gets blocked i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. We are happy to help you. I understand that you have these complaints for a few years. It most probably is a manifestation of allergic rhinitis. The total IgE in serum is just an indication of the allergy status at the time of taking the blood sample. It is not very... Read Full »
What is the best medicine for symptoms like fever, cough, cold, and chest congestion?
Query: Hello doctor, I have mild fever, severe cough, cold, and chest congestion. I tested for COVID-19, and the result came back negative. Can it be flu or viral infection What is the best medicine to treat my symptoms? Thank you. Read Full »
Dr. Manisha Raghunath Auradkar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Since the COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease-2019) pandemic is not over yet, any fever patient should be tested for COVID-19 infection. But as your RT-PCR (reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction) test is negative, the cause is likel... Read Full »
My 2 months baby suffer from cold and cough. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, My 2-month-old baby girl child is suffering from cold for the past four days. There is a very little bit of coughing occasionally. There are some wheeziness from the nose also. She is moving her neck very often to both sides. I used Mucolite drops eight drops BD, Etolin PD syrup - 1.5... Read Full »
Dr. Prakash Chandra Girdhar Lal Nagar
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just want to know a few more information. Is your daughter feeding well? Does she sleep well? Did you notice any change in her breathing pattern like fast breathing? If she is feeding well, sleeps well and no breathing difficulty, then it is a simple common cold for ... Read Full »
My 2-year-old baby has cold with mucus discharge. Can Augmentin be used?
Query: Hello doctor, My baby is 2 years old, has cold with mild fever, consulted the doctor, he gave Maxtra syrup, and nothing else as chest and throat were clear. Then after four days of giving the medicine, the mucus changed to thick yellow color; the doctor said its fine and advised to give him steam. T... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understood your concern. 1. I advise you to follow Pediatrician advise. 2. You can start Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid). 3. Do blood test CBC (complete blood count), CRP (c-reactive protein), urine, and blood culture. 4. Keep the baby hydrated. Giv... Read Full »
I suffer from nasal congestion due to a cold. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 22-year-old dealing with a week-long cold, and my nose is consistently blocked, impacting my daily routine. Please recommend remedies or medications to alleviate nasal congestion.Thank you in advance Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Cold or common cold is caused by specific upper respiratory viral infections, resulting in symptoms like cough, nasal and paranasal sinus inflammation, postnasal drip, eye and throat irritation, and nasal congestion. R... Read Full »
My 10-year-old is having a recurrent cold and fever. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My son is 10 years old and has been getting colds and fevers often for the past two months. He either gets a stomach upset or a cold with a fever. For the past three days, he has had a severe cough that does not make him sleep at night. Should I consult a doctor in person for this, or ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It is a recurrence of bronchitis, and it is associated with low immunity. Give tulsi leaves and ginger juice with honey three times a day. Nebulize twice daily with Duolin (Levosalbutamol) and Budecort (Budesonide) respules. Give one tablet o... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, My son is five years old. He looks small and thin when compared to his friends. He often gets sick with a cold and fever. I want to make my child healthy and strong. Could you please suggest a diet plan that improves my child’s health? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Balanced Meals: Ensure your child receives a well-balanced diet with various nutrients. Include foods from all food groups: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins (such as chicken, fish, beans, and lentils), and dairy or dairy alternatives. Fruits and Vegetab... Read Full »
What causes continuous eye allergy and irritation?
Query: Hi doctor, I have eye allergy for the past 1.7 years. I have consulted many doctors. I am using steroid eye drops too, but my eye allergy is still present. My eye irritates when it contact with blowing air, perfumes, air conditioner, strong odors, when I get cold and sometimes suddenly without any e... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems to be a generalized allergy with sneezing, cold eye symptoms and headache which could be due to sinusitis, pharyngitis and allergic conjunctivitis. This can be triggered either because of a drop in your anti-allergic immunity or any form of new exposure due to c... Read Full »
What are the recommended medicines to give my 2-year-old for cough and cold?
Query: Hi doctor, My son is 2 years old and his weight is 24.2 lbs. He has a problem of cold and fever since last week. I consulted a doctor on iCliniq and he suggested tablet Combiflam thrice a day and Allegra 500 mg before sleeping. However, I took syrup of both and understand that the doctor would have ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concerns. Fever for four days in a child with mild cough can be due to upper respiratory tract infection, typhoid, or malaria. Kindly do tests like CBC (complete blood count), malarial antigen test and Widal test. Give Syrup Ziprax (Cefixime) 0.1 f... Read Full »
What is the problem for having chronic allergy with frequent cough and cold?
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from a chronic allergy. I have a frequent cough and cold. I am using Montelukast sodium and Levocetirizine. It prevents the symptoms. But when I stop taking it, the cough gets increased. Read Full »
Dr. Amol Kumar Wasudeorao Diwan
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. From your history, it is clear that you are suffering from allergic rhinitis and bronchial asthma. To confirm it, you have to do a spirometry test that is PFT (pulmonary function test). If it is significant, then you must take a regular inhaler treatment. Montelukast an... Read Full »