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Are the feelings and thoughts that I get during PMS real? Or do I imagine things cause of the hormonal changes? Should I trust my decisions in pms?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is defined as a broad range
of physical, cognitive, affective and behavioral symptoms of varying intensity
and duration, occurring cyclically during the menstrual cycle... Read More
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Is insuline resistance something hereditary? and following a good diet will heal it? Any tips for this?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Insulin resistance occurs when insulin levels remain elevated
over a prolonged period of time, thereby inducing a reduction in the body’s own
sensitivity to the hormone.
Higher circulating
levels of ... Read More
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Why does my 19 months old baby wear my shoes everytime I take it off? shall I leave him do it?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Children look up to their parents and want to imitate them, this is part of the learning experience and in a way a form of bonding, as if by wearing your shoes your son is actually sharing an activity... Read More
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I do a blood test for coagulation the results was inr= 1.23 and prothrombin time activity was 67% and all other values are normal so what is that mean?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Such results can only be interpreted within a clinical context, i.e., according to the specifics of your medical condition, your medical background (including any history of bleeding tendency, establi... Read More
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Hi . I ve been having a headache for a while( about three month) its mostly on one side and i feel stiff neck. Panadol helps but it always come back, sometimes if i drink water i feel better ........
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The differential of headache is huge really and may have a wide range of possible etiologies. The description you have provided is a common manifestation in a number of types of headache and is certai... Read More
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Are milkshakes a good way to substitute milk If I don't like natural milk?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Milkshakes are rich in added sugars and unhealthy fats. It is better if you use natural low-fat milk and add low-calorie flavoring powders or coffee.
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I work out at home usually at night, then I eat a banana and/or an apple or I don't eat at all. Is this healthy? And could eating a meal afterwards lead to weight gain?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The usual
guideline for general health is 30 minutes of moderate exercise about 5 days
per week, even if no afterburn effect is produced. And eating a banana or an
apple after you workout won’t make y... Read More
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I would like to know which foods can improve my brain, my memory and my heart and blood circulation
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Here are the basics, and there is no magic formula:Leading a healthy lifestyle, including an active non-sedentary lifestyle whereby you exercise regularly for at least 30 continuous minutes per day, i... Read More
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Does back pain at 20 years old mean that I'm growing a few cms? Or is it just a myth?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Growth pains are usually attributed to gain of height in children and adolescents and are usually localized to long bones, especially the knee joint. They remain poorly understood on the level of phys... Read More
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I have gastro-oesophagien reflux. I took omeprazol for a few weeks, it made it stop. then I stopped taking them, and I'm having reflux again. should I go back to taking omeprazol? And for how long?
Dr. Mirna Waked,
Pulmonology
- yes you may go for a course of 3 months but better if you consult a specalist you might need an endoscopy
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