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What causes this condition and how to treat it? Is it necessary to see a specialist?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Please let me reiterate: I am not providing a definitive diagnosis. This is only a possibility. In any case, if your symptoms are occurring in isolation, meaning that you do not have associated abnorm... Read More
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Sometimes when I'm in class and I laugh a lot, I feel laxity in my hand for a minute when I try to write. Why does this happen?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- This sounds like a classical description of what is known as cataplexy. Cataplexy is a sudden loss of muscle tone while the person is awake with resulting feeling of muscle weakness and a loss of volu... Read More
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Do you recommend the HPV vaccine for a sexually active male? If yes, where can I receive it in Lebanon?
2 Answers
Dr. Ismaël Maatouk,
Dermatology
- Since 2009, it is indicated for men. Ask your family doctor about it
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I have a numb on my anus. It could be a cyst or hemorrhoid. It's about the size of a pea. What is it?
Dr. Ismaël Maatouk,
Dermatology
- You have to get examined. It can be a wart as well.
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"Sustaining direct trauma from the weights": isn't this normal when trying to grow the muscles? The bruises aren't big, they're round and d=1cm.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- No, when you gain muscle mass and grow muscle size, there should not be associated bruising. As I have already explained, it is most likely due to the weights or the bar hitting against your muscles.
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I think I partially tore my ACL. I can bend & stretch my knee, I'm walking & going up/down the stairs but I can't do an intensive workout. What to do?
Dr. Jihad Irani,
Family Medicine
- Start by seeing a physician to be checked. You might need to get a MRI done as well.
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Lately, after passing stools, I feel dizzy and I'm about to faint . Any idea about the cause?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- This phenomenon is known as vasovagal syncope, and it is one of the most common causes of fainting.
Vasovagal syncope occurs when your autonomic nervous system (responsible for functions such as regul... Read More
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I have severe IBS , i did all tests all clean . I am taking deanxit 2 pills per day the symptoms reduced but still suffering from time to time.is there any operation that could be done to end IBS.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Unfortunately IBS cannot be treated surgically, and this is because IBS essentially involves having moody bowels, the function of which can be easily offset by any form of stress. Avoidance of extreme... Read More
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I work hard at the gym and I put in the right amount of time a week. My muscles (mostly biceps) appear to have bruises, why? Is it good or bad?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- 1st of all you need to make sure that you are not sustaining direct trauma from the weights or the bar, which would be the most plausible explanation for the appearance of these bruises over your bice... Read More
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