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Dr. Hani Rifai

Otolaryngology (Ent)

My 11 year old has implanted a cochlear implant when she was 5 years old. She is hearing good and now in grade 5. Now, I need to know what mobile (cellular) phone that she can use?

Dr. Hani Rifai, Otolaryngology (Ent) - Most cell phones are compatible with implants. It should not be huge issue.

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Got sick with a bad cough and dark mucus. Lost my voice as well. Took antibiotics clenil and histamed. Now feeling better. How long am i contagious? Have a 5-mnth old baby. Thanks

Dr. Hani Rifai, Otolaryngology (Ent) - Usually you are contagious for around 3 days. The cough after a cold can last up to 6 weeks

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Tinnitus. I have a ringing noise in both my ears. Are there any solutions?

Dr. Hani Rifai, Otolaryngology (Ent) - Usually tinnitus or ringing in the ears is caused by hearing loss. Though no medication will remove it, it will go away with time. Still a complete ear exam and hearing test is preferred.

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From time to time I feel dizzy and very tired durable and I need to sleep I am 57 years old and I have medication Concor 5mg.

Dr. Hani Rifai, Otolaryngology (Ent) - Concor can cause fatigue and on occasions dizziness. However other medical issues such as sleep apnea can cause same symptoms. Better check with your doctor.

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Do fat burners cause insomnia?

Dr. Hani Rifai, Otolaryngology (Ent) - Some fat burners contain Pseudoephedrine and similar substances which can increase the heart rate and blood pressure and prevent sleep

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Prospan syrup is treatment for cough?

Dr. Hani Rifai, Otolaryngology (Ent) - Prospan is a medication for cough. However, it is advised to avoid cough medication. In cases where cough is preventing sleep or is extreme then cough medicine is prescribed.

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Cefalexin capsul antibiotic for cough?

Dr. Hani Rifai, Otolaryngology (Ent) - Cefalexin is an antibiotic. It is not a cough medicine. As always, it is preferable to be examined by a doctor before starting any antibiotic.

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Is 37.5 degree normal as temperature for 1-year old kid?

Dr. Hani Rifai, Otolaryngology (Ent) - If the child is in a warm room or over dressed this might be the reason why he has a 37.5 temp. Watch him and make sure his activity and food consumption (milk, soft diet and water are normal)

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