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I gave birth 3 days ago and my milk hasnt started yet but im feeding her the stuff that comes out (somogh) what more should i also feed her until my milk starts ?im scared she might dry out
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- You could supply with infant milk formula to avoid your baby from developing dehydration, but I would have to stress that the most effective and powerful stimulus for breast milk production is sucklin... Read More
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Hello, I am having white spots on my fingernails. Is it a serious condition? Should I see a Dr? Thank you!
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- White nails or milk spots, for which the medical term is Leukonychia (or leuconychia; derived from the Greek words leuko "white" and onux "nail"), designates white discoloration ap... Read More
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Hi Dr. I have 21 years old with 155CM i want to ask you if there any surgery to get about 20 more cm or any ofher way ? Ty
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Unfortunately, adding 20 cm is impossible, even surgically, and your age it's too late to make a non-surgical (medication) intervention because your bones have stopped growing in length.
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My cortisol level is 22 and the upper limit for my lab is 19 wjat could it be ?,
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Cortisol level in the serum varies during the day. The normal reference ranges for cortisol are as follows:
Morning - 7-28 μg/dL
Afternoon - 2-18 μg/dL
So the result you have provided needs to ... Read More
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Constant Type 6 Stool every 3-4 days? Stomach pain once in awhile?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- If you have recurrent type 6 (mushy loose stools) and abdominal pain, the first entity we think of is a possible infection, mostly parasitic (like Giardia Lamblia), especially if the stool is particul... Read More
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My son is itching where the penis starts. Like around the start of the penis it's really itching, it's not red or visible unless you scratch it. It might be a yeast infection, we've tried some creams.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- A number of possible causes can explain the condition you are describing. These include (and I have to stress the fact that an accurate diagnosis requires that you be seen by a physician):
1- Lymphoco... Read More
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I am coughing but i only feel better when im coughing, is that a virus?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Can you be more specific about the cough: when did it start and for how long has it been there? Associated symptoms (runny nose, fever...)? Any sputum (if yes, color, thick or loose)? Any sick contact... Read More
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Indian mushroom is said to be effective in curing cancer, is that true? What about well done meats and eggs....will these foods worsen the condition of a lung cancer patient?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Indian mushrooms contain anti-oxidants and possess antitumor potential. Scientific studies also revealed that they had significant antimutagenic (protect against DNA mutation) and anticarcinogenic act... Read More
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What do I ask for in the pharmacy, any specific shampoo name?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- I cannot recommend a particular brand; just ask for a permethrin-based lotion. If not available, then ask for a lindane-based shampoo, the pharmacist will know what to give you.
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I went to 2 different doctors and they took samples for analysis, it turned out to be bacterial vaginosis each time. I read that reccurent bacterial vaginosis can cause other problems, is that true?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Bacterial vaginosis (BV) occurs when there is an alteration in the natural balance of bacteria that inhabit the vagina.
The vagina should contain bacteria called lactobacilli. These bacteria produce l... Read More
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