Dr. Jihad Achkar
Otolaryngology (Ent)
Chewing gum aspiration; did not choke or cough; Pneumologist = Breath sounds-Xray normal = no need for a Fiberscope, did NOT prescribe prophylactic antibiotics against Asp. Pneumonia; Im concerned
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- It's near impossible for a previously healthy (non drowsy) person with normal reflexes not to cough and choke when aspiration occurs. Your airways will react vigorously to particulate matter past... Read More
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I suffer from Sea Sickness, what are tips or tricks to get over this issue temporarily and maybe permanently ?
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- There are medicines that help with motion sickness and sea sickness such as Dimenhydrinate. Take one 50mg tab, half hour before you get on the boat, and you should be good to go for at least 6 hrs.
T... Read More
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My ear has been blocked for 24 hours with little excess earwax secretion. It's the same feeling as during takeoff and landing. I was not exposed to loud noises or changes in pressure. Any advice?
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- Blocked ear sensation may be due to wax impaction in the ear canal or fluid in the middle ear cavity (behind your ear drum). Either way, you will need to have your ear checked as Dr Saab suggested. Ea... Read More
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Dear Dr. Jihad Achkar,can you please tell me the name of the antibiotic-based ointment to the affected area of the vestibule,i see here doctor in Qatar and gave me a recipe named waxsol ear drops!
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- We are not supposed to be giving brand names of medicines such as Fucidine or Bactroban on this website :)
Also, please don't use ear drops in your nose!
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Where can I find sex therapist in Lebanon?
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- You can find a Sexologist at CMC
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I traveled from Lebanon to Qatar and here I always have pimples and wounding inside my nose, especially in the head of the nose, why is that? Any advice?
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- I agree with Dr Haddad. The best way around this is to apply an antibiotic-based ointment to the affected area of the vestibule (the skin on the inside surface of the nostril) 3 times per day for 1 we... Read More
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Je suis operee smr turbinectomie sans plastie le 2/5 le cote du deviation est ouverte et je peux respirer mais lautre cote de la turbine je narrive pas a respirer bien un peu oedemacie, cest normale?
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- If your surgery was done just 2 days ago, then the nasal obstruction you are feeling now is very normal. It will take at least 10 days to 2 weeks for your nose to be clear of post-op blood clots and s... Read More
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Suffering from nose bleeding & fainting & low pressure since morning.could it be the heat or should i be alarmed?
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- Nose bleeds are very common during this time of the year because of hot weather and low humidity. Nasal mucosa dries up, and you get crusting which can cause bleeding as crusts slough off. Minor bleed... Read More
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My head is heavy most of the time , i feel dizzy at any quick movement , i have some pain in my left ear along with my left face side. couldnt it be because of the allergy that increase in this month
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- Seasonal allergies shouldn't cause dizziness or facial pains. If you are suffering from congestion with facial heaviness and pains, you need to rule out sinus infections first. Your ear symptoms ... Read More
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Hi i wanna ask i will be operated for SMR and turbinectomie on after 1week if i want to sing on a concert after how much time after the operation i can get back to the singing?
Dr. Jihad Achkar,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- After such surgery, you will have nasal congestion due to swelling and blood clots for 10 days to 2 weeks post op. You should be good to go afterwards. Good luck .
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About Dr. Jihad Achkar
Graduated as an MD from American University of Beirut
Based in
Beirut, Lebanon
