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If someone has Anemia, can they fast normally during Ramadan?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- This depends on the severity of the anemia, in terms of the levels of hemoglobin and hematocrit, if the body is compensating properly, if the cause of this anemia is identified and is being properly m... Read More
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I started taking primolut n since 7 days 1 pill/day, is it safe 2 stop it after taking the 20 pills in the box. Will i have a heavy bliding if i did
Dr. Nemer Charafeddine,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- this is done for delaying your period mainly..we can not predict if you will be having profuse bleeding or not...you can stop it at any time..
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What should I take ?
Dr. Nemer Charafeddine,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- you should consult your doctor for a physical exam , & probably a pelvic ultrasound
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Hi.I got my period yesterday and a heavy body aches all over my body with a fatigue and sore throat.I feel very tired.Could someone tell me what can I do?
Dr. Nemer Charafeddine,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- when you are having your period, you immune system will be compromised, so you can catch infection easily, like flu..
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As I was giving my 3 month old baby a shower, some water got into his mouth, nose and ears and he cried a bit then slept. Is this bad?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- If some of this water remained in his ear canals or inside the small lung airways, they may lead to an infection. The best thing to do is have his pediatrician examine him - not an emergency though, b... Read More
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If a girl is expecting her period in 10 days, could she still get pregnant? Can she know if she is from the first week after sexual intercourse?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The home-based pregnancy test is most likely to yield an accurate result when performed within at least 10 days of menstrual delay.
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What health conditions (ex: diabetes, pregnancy, etc) restrict a person from fasting?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- There are a number of categories of healthy people and patients who are exempt from fasting. These include pre-pubertal children, or women during pregnancy, breastfeeding mothers; travelers) or people... Read More
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Is Ramadan a good time to quit smoking?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Anytime is a good time to quit smoking! So why not give it a try since you are already fasting and thus cannot smoke? Go for it!
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Can I break my fast if I'm very dehydrated or is it normal?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- There are degrees to dehydration: we look at certain physical signs (heart rate, blood pressure, skin hydration, eyes, tongue, superficial veins) to estimate the extent of dehydration. A healthy adult... Read More
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How to balance meals between Iftar and Suhoor during Ramadan to avoid gaining weight?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Kindly refer to my answer to your previous question.
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