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Are the white spots present in the back of the palate cancerous?
Query: Hi doctor, I discovered a lot of white spots in the back of the palate and I am super afraid that this could be cancer. I do not know if it is possible to upload a picture. I am 29 years old, non-smoker but I do drink alcohol sometimes. I am currently on L-Thyrox 75 mg. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since how many days have you noticed these spots? Is there irritation while eating hot or spicy food? It might be just starting of a throat infection and definitely not cancer. Are you taking any medicines? Did you take any specific food items or very hot drinks, et... Read Full »
What are the side effects of taking Adderall?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a 29 year old boyfriend, who weighs 190 lbs and 6 feet tall, he is a former athlete in college. He was diagnosed with idiopathic hypersomnia through the spinal tab, five years ago. He is now taking Adderall 60 mg a day total, spread over six times, and is using Flumazenil cream, wh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Idiopathic hypersomnia is a sleep disorder even less common than narcolepsy, a rare sleep disease. The biggest distinguishing characteristics include differences in REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, the absence of cataplexy (a sudden weakness in the muscles while fully co... Read Full »
I suffer from prolonged sleep, dry mouth, and headaches. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I find myself sleeping excessively, approximately 10 to 11 hours per night. I have been taking QPIN S 400 once at night after meals for the past eight months, and even after reducing the dose to 300 mg, my sleep pattern persists. I am also experiencing dry mouth and headaches. Could th... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Currently, you are taking Quetiapine, an antipsychotic known for its sedative effects. Considering your long-term struggle with depression, it is essential to note that Quetiapine may not be the most suitable option fo... Read Full »
Do dry mouth and burning sensation in feet indicate diabetes?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 29 year old male with a height of 5 feet 8 inches and weight of 169 pounds. My doctor checked my HbA1c a year back and found it 4.2 %. Recently, I was facing little dryness in my mouth and that is why drinking more water too. Also facing some little burn in my feet. Other things... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your HbA1c report is in the normal range, you do not have diabetes. If your test was done in a reliable laboratory, there is absolutely no need to repeat this. The dryness of mouth can occur due to dehydration. So I recommend that you drink... Read Full »
After unprotected sex, I developed dry mouth. Is it HIV?
Query: Hello doctor, I am writing hoping you can give me a sigh of relief or a little clarity. First, let me start by saying I do have an HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) phobia. However, below will give you a better idea of my story. Two months back, I had unprotected oral sex with a guy that lasted for... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. A fourth generation HIV duo test is considered reliableand conclusive if it is still negative after six weeks. Most STD (sexually transmitted diseases) specialists consider this six weeks gap as the upper limit of the window period for an HIV duo test result to be consid... Read Full »
Are severe dry mouth, fatigue, memory problems autoimmune rections to antibiotics?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a problem with dry eyes, mouth, and vagina. I cannot cry because there is no tear production. I also have episcleritis in my right eye. Now I am afraid that I have Sjogren's syndrome. The other thing that is even worse is I cannot tolerate any antibiotics. I discovered that when ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.Please do not panic. Yes, this can be an autoimmune disease. In fact, as there are dry mouth and dry eyes, the clinical diagnosis is Sjogren's disease as you mentioned which is an autoimmune disease. Sjogren's disease is basically of two types, primary where there is no ... Read Full »
My throat and mouth gets dry at night. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, For two years, I wake up in the night with dry throat and mouth and blocked sinuses. Back of mouth or throat is also coated with unpleasant, pale yellow scum on waking (during the day, I am fine). I saw ENT doctor a month ago, diagnosed inflamed sinuses and prescribed four months of st... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think that you need to perform a CT scan for your nose and sinuses. There may be a surgical cause for your naso-sinal problems as polyps, deviated septum or hypertrophied turbinates. Perform the scan then show it to me. Do you have excessive sneezing or rhinorrhea? Do y... Read Full »
I am worried about dehydration affecting my health. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have seen that I do not consistently consume enough water throughout the day. I am concerned about the effects of dehydration on my health. Could you explain the signs and symptoms of dehydration and offer practical tips to ensure I stay adequately hydrated?Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluids than it takes in, leading to an imbalance in fluid levels. It is important to stay hydrated as water is essential for several bodily functions, including ma... Read Full »
I am worried about having multiple cavities. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am convinced that I have a lot of cavities. I was inspecting my teeth the other day and I have multiple points of concern and I am now afraid to get to the dentist. I have my six-month cleaning in days and I am anxious. I have two small smooth dots on two teeth on the side. Is this a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The black dots would be the carious lesions. It does not matter if you take much care and do regular brushing, with time the carious lesions increase in the dental arch. You need to get it filled by a dentist as soon as possible. The multiple carious teeth happen becau... Read Full »
I underwent radiation due to I-131. Will I get cancer?
Query: Hello doctor, What are the long-term cancer implications of receiving 1500 to 2000+ mSv of radiation due to I-131 treatments and substantial diagnostic testing? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The I-131 treatment aims to destroy the remnant thyroid cells in the body. Short-term side effects of RAI (radioactive iodine) treatment are as follows: Local tenderness and swelling. Nausea. Swelling and tender of the salivary glands and resultant dry mouth. Reduc... Read Full »