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I sit in front of the computer for over 8 hours a day, I do not have any issue with my eyes but I heard that I can protect them by wearing "anti blue" glasses. Is that true and is it recomme
Dr. Pierre Mardelli,
Ophthalmology
- There are some type of coating called Blue Control that eliminates the discomfort caused by any artificial lights.
Regards,
Pierre G. Mardelli
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Hello my son 23 years old urinating frequently with the knowledge that there is no inflammation or blood in the urine or pain
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Frequent urination can be the manifestation of various underlying conditions, including:
• Urinary tract infection: accompanied by fever, an urgent need to urinate, and pain or discomfort in the... Read More
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So i do understand from you that my Negative results now could turn positive.And PEP could cause to delay detection with 4th generation (p24) . I am really scared and suffuring because of this mistake
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- No, antiretroviral therapy (ART), and NOT PEP, administered during the window period can delay the formation of antibodies and extend the window period beyond 12 months. But patients who have undergon... Read More
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HIV test result is negative 8 weeks post exposure (4 weeks postPEP treatment). How much such results are accurate and conclusive , can they turn positive later on? and till when should i keep test ?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Regarding HIV, you need to be aware of something called the window period, which is basically an interval period that varies between three weeks to six months between the time of HIV infection and the... Read More
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Can a doctor give me a comprehensive list of all testable STDs by specifying the disease and its diagnostic test (i.e HIV -> blood test)?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), can affect the general health, well-being and reproductive capacity of those infected. Participation in sexual risk beh... Read More
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I had sex 3 years ago and I didn't do any blood tests for HIV. I did a thyroid test when I visited my doctor for another reason. Can a blood test show if I have an HIV infection?
2 Answers
Dr. Faysal El Kak,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- It is wise to undergo tests for the most common sexually transmitted infections especially if sex was not safe. Consult your doctor to tell you what tests and what exactly those tests can tell.
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Is it true that drinking wine can induce a girl's period? If yes, why?
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Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- No it's not true
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I am a 19 year old female. I recently had intercourse with my boyfriend for the 1st time. We used protection but today I found 3 warts on my vaginal opening. I am scared please help. Does ACV help?
3 Answers
Dr. Faysal El Kak,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- I really think you should check with your gynecologist about the nature of these lesions and then take it from there. There is no reason to be scared or worried as these "warts"- if they are... Read More
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Hi I did vitamin d test the level is 23 which is low but not very low what is the needed dose ? Thank u
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- A vitamin D level of 23 ng/mL indicates mild to moderate deficiency or insufficiency, but not deficiency sever deficiency (which is when the level is below 10 ng/mL). You will need to receive oral vi... Read More
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Drink normal tea or green tea ? Which is better?and why?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- First, let us try to understand what tea is.
Tea is one of the most ancient and popular beverages consumed around the world. Tea is made from the leaf of the plant Camellia sinensis. Shortly after har... Read More
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