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Yes Dr, protruding eyes and short breath. So the Dr asked for the tests to make sure if thyroid could be the cause. Am afraid her thyroid could be swollen. I had it removed because it was swollen
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Thyroid gland enlargement is assessed by a physical exam performed by the physician - the fact that the thyroid hormones' levels are within normal range exclude the possibility of thyroiditis, and the... Read More
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My 3.5 months old son is having teething symptoms is it possible at this stage?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Not really no. What do you mean by teething symptoms? Is his gum red and swollen? You cannot rely on excessive drooling or the child putting his hand in his mouth as signs of teething.
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Thank you Doc. Just one thing . Is the absence of fever (which is considered main ars symptom) an encouraging thing to count on?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The presence or absence of fever is not a reliable indicator. You still need to test for HIV if you are suspicious about your sexual partner because the condom got torn and direct contact has occurred... Read More
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I had sex with a girl of unknown status (anal) but condom broke inside and didnt notice at first. After 2 weeks having severe flu am i at hiv risk?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The flu symptoms are flu symptoms; the possibility of contracting HIV from a partner with unknown status exists whether or not you develop flu symptoms. In general, should symptoms appear, this occurs... Read More
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I cant get rid of my dandruff even after trying vinegar, please help
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- What else have you tried using to eliminate dandruff?
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My sister 7yrs diagnosed with allergy to dust. Taking "Zyrtec" and allergy persists. TSH, T3, T4 tests normal. Thyroiditis? Must do echo for thyroid?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- It's a far shot trying to control symptoms of allergy against dust, and with mere antihistamines, simply because allergy is literally everywhere and an antihistamine cannot deter the omnipresence of d... Read More
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I brush my teeth daily with a soft brush. I have done de-tartage and use Parodontax. Despite that my gums bleed whenever I brush them. Any advice
Dr. Naim Daccache,
Dentistry
- If you have done detartrage and still have gums bleeding, than you must see a specialist of treating gums,maybe you need a subgingival curettage.
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26 male, seeing a sperm like substance coming out from penis during bowel movement for almost 1 yr,done 3 urinalysis negative results, no stds or hiv
Dr. Ismaël Maatouk,
Dermatology
- What do u mean by "no stds"?
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Is it harmful for the face to put foundation everyday
Dr. Ismaël Maatouk,
Dermatology
- Foundation on a daily basis may induce acné. So if you are not obliged to put it every day, don't.
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Does H2Oh! cause bloating? And is it healthy to drink it on a daily basis instead of regular water?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- No drink replaces regular water, de facto. H2Oh, although less carbonated, still is a carbonated beverage and hence it induces bloating. Now whether it damages the stomach to the same extent as the re... Read More
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