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Hello! Im taking roacutane (for 2 months now) and my period is 2 weeks late. Is it related to the fact that im taking this medication?
Dr. Ismaël Maatouk,
Dermatology
- No this medication does not act on the hormonal status
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My daughter 19 month old have afever of 38.2, and not symptomes of flu exist, this fever might be caused of canine teething? and should i gave her panadol
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Teething in and by itself does not produce fever, she may be cooking a viral illness and most probably symptoms will manifest soon. If she's active, does not seem in pain or fussy, and playful, there ... Read More
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My 3 year old girl doesn't defend herself when being bullied. She cries and wants my help. Should I intervene? How to teach her to defend herself?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Helping your child to confront bullies and deal with bullying
can be a challenging process, but is necessary to ensure your child's safety and
well-being:
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Hy its been more than 9 month since having constant head pressure 24 7 sometimes throbing. add to it whooshing and clicking in head &agitation feeling
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Headache is the most common medical complaint, tension headache being the most common, and has a long list of possible underlying causes. As such, you need to be thoroughly evaluated by a physician. P... Read More
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Is getting the flu related to my period being 10 days late?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- When the body is subject to physiological stresses such as the flu or any other illness, the menstrual period may undergo some perturbation. If in doubt, take the home pregnancy test.
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Am i pregnant? i had my period on Jan.14th to 17th but its not normal coz it stopped and its very light,then these past few days i experience dizziness and pain on breast
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- You need to take a home pregnancy test to be certain as these symptoms may indicate pregnancy.
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So its not safe?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- It's not recommended.
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Is it safe to take daily one tablet of vitamin c (its name is XTRA C) and for no reason just for its flavor?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- It is no unsafe, but definitely unnecessary as vitamin supplements should not be taken unless there are symptoms of or documented vitamin deficiency.
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Hi doctors.i am working in a chemical lab. is it necessary to drink milk after the exposure to chemical vapors.if i get pregnant is it dangerous to keep working with chemicals?thank you
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Depends on the kind of chemical fumes you are exposed to, but it is prudent to always wear a mask, gloves, goggles (in case you are at risk of fluid splashes) and protective gown if need be. Talk to y... Read More
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I'm 32 years old, I weigh 43kgs and I'm 162cm tall. I've always been skinny and I don't know how to gain weight.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- You should consult a dietitian on how to enrich your meals with nutritious calories. For instance, you can add extra cheese to your spaghetti dish, or nuts to your fruit cocktail, or turkey slices to ... Read More
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