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But it is so fast. As soon as the glass reaches the mouth, the hiccups start. Does inhalation of CO2 speed things up?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Probably yes - this is the only plausible explanation.
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Why do we have hiccups after the first sip of cola or a similar carbonated drink?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Hiccups are involuntary contractions of the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the rib cage or chest from the abdomen and is essential for breathing. Each contraction is followed by a sudden closure... Read More
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I've been having big oral ulcers lately and they're annoying. What could be the cause? Could it be a stomach problem?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Oral ulcers of chronic duration could be the manifestation of systemic diseases like Behçet disease (a kind of rheumatologic disease that affects the joints as well as the mouth and eyes), infl... Read More
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I'm always down with the flu almost every 2 weeks. I get healthy then sick constantly several times a month.Note that I work long hours, work out daily during the week, and put up with lots of stress!
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Individuals with frequent upper airways symptoms usually have an allergic background (allergic rhinosinusitis). Classical treatment to prevent recurrent colds include oral anti histamine and monteluka... Read More
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I've been feeling a distasteful taste in my mouth for three days. What are the causes and solutions?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Bad breath, or halitosis, is defined as a frequent or persistent unpleasant breath odor. The bad odor most often results from fermentation of food particles by bacteria found in the mouth, producing v... Read More
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Does Poland Syndrome have effect on anything else? Risk of breast cancer, Disc or other malfunctions in the back? I already have scoliosis.
Dr. Michel Moutran,
Plastic Surgery
- No, Poland syndrome does not have any organ or system disease coming with it. It is a lack of development of a specific area of the chest. The risk of breast cancer is not increased. Pectoralis muscle... Read More
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From time to time, my right eye is hurts me, it feels like heartbeats or pulses. What is the problem?
Dr. Salem Abu Alghanam,
Ophthalmology
- You need to have a good eye exam and may need further investigations to determine the cause.
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The ophthalmologist diagnosed me with weak eye focus. How was he able to establish that condition from his examination and how I can improve my eye focus?
Dr. Salem Abu Alghanam,
Ophthalmology
- You can increase your focus by doing fine near jobs and wearing pinhole glasses.
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What do you think of eating snickers when hungry?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- You should opt for healthier choices, like oats + fat free yogurt + fresh fruits; this is a much more nutritious and healthier snack, not to mention delicious. Snickers is empty calories and will not ... Read More
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I've been having chest pain and headaches for 3 days. Why?
2 Answers
Dr. Nabil Cesar Khoury,
Pulmonology
- It can be a simple viral illness. It will disappear in a few days with some paracetamol.
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