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What kind of drugs can treat diarrhea?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Drugs that stop diarrhea have a notorious adverse effect profile and are usually reserved to conditions like chemotherapy-induced diarrhea. As such, if you have persistent diarrhea, you must be evalua... Read More
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Am I still a virgin if a guy stuck the head of his penis into my vagina but it hurt so bad so he stopped but afterwards I was bleeding?
2 Answers
Dr. Nemer Charafeddine,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- As stated, you should see a gynecologist for a check-up.
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I suffer from hormone instability. My doctor prescribed primolut- nor. but I have forgotten how to take it and I am overseas. Can you please remind me how it should be taken?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Medical prescription is against eTobb's policy. You are kindly asked to contact your treating physician for this purpose.
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Can eating chocolate help me gain weight?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Not necessary but it may help, though it should not be the main or sole source of energy in individuals attempting to gain weight because of its high content of sugars and unhealthy fats.
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What do you mean by a pelvic exam? Will they have to insert anything inside of me?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Not necessarily; and do not worry, there are special instruments for young females that will not inadvertently cause any damage to the hymen.
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I think I have hyperthyroidism. What should I do to gain weight?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- You need to:
A- Get examined by a physician who will look for signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism in your history of illness and on physical exam (like a goiter, or enlarged thyroid gland in the nec... Read More
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If a kid is left handed and he's been forced to write with his right hand, will that affect his school life?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The handedness of a child and its effect on skill acquisition is a source of concern for parents. Encouraging toddlers to be right-handed is not advisable because:
(a) many children do not develop a s... Read More
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I'm very skinny, I'm 160cm tall and I weigh 40kg. I took ensure but didn't gain weight, what should I do?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- In order to properly address the underweight problem, we must first recognize the cause.
1- Insufficient and/or inadequate caloric intake: in order to maintain your current weight, your caloric intake... Read More
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I am getting fatter day by day, how can I decrease my weight?
Dr. Nada Awada,
Family Medicine
- The best way is to have evaluation by a general doctor and a dietician if needed.your doctor will evaluate if you have any medical problem that is causing your Weight gain.if the doctor sees you have ... Read More
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I'm 23 weeks pregnant, when must I prepare for the baby's clothes and needs?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- You need not start this early - you still have some time to go before you deliver. Unless you are anticipating early hospital admission because of pregnancy complications (such as if your doctor has i... Read More
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