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My son suffers from adenoids, the doctor said that he might need surgery but I do not prefer this. Any medication can be used to solve this problem? We used to give him Avamys and nasonex.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Usually, a trial of intranasal steroids (such as the ones you are using for your child) plus oral anti-histamine (like cetirizine or desloratadine), Plus/minus oral montelukast, is given over a few mo... Read More
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I keep getting pimples on my buttocks, their diameter expands over time, and often there are no heads and they leave black spots once gone. I'm pregnant, is there a treatment or should I wait?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- During pregnancy, the severity of acne can improve or get worse. It is common for acne to get a bit worse in early pregnancy and for it to improve as pregnancy progresses. Pregnancy acne is a natural,... Read More
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I have Diarrhea, nausea and pain in the gut.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- This could be a viral gastroenteritis (a viral infection that affects the stomach and intestines) or food poisoning. You need to follow an anti-diarrheal diet (oral rehydration solution, laban, boiled... Read More
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Profinal dosage for babies 11 months. 9 kgs
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- "Note: Public answers on eTobb are not intended for individual treatment, prescription or diagnosis. They are intended for informational purposes only." As such we cannot give this kind of a... Read More
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When brushing teeth for adults and toddlers, we rinse mouth with tap water which is filled with bacteria. Are we supposed to rinse with drinking water?
Dr. Roland Feghali,
Dentistry
- It depends what water you use at home and if some sort of filtration is available. You can be safer with bottled water, or you can rinse with tap water but finish it by gargling with an antiseptic mou... Read More
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Hi drs. I cant know why i cant see my self a person depressed cz i laugh and jock with people all the time but when im alone i become depressed! Y?
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- Sometimes society forces us to "wear" a specific mask... It is important to feel happy and comfortable either you are alone or in public. If your depression is affecting you (socially, finan... Read More
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MY TOTAL CHOLESTEROL WAS 250mg% ,SGPT: 26U L,SGOT: 19U/L.I STARTED ATORVASTAIN 10mg 7 MONTH AGO..TODAY MY SGOT IS : 26U/ L (WITHIN NORMAL) MY SGPT RAISED FROM 26U L TO 35U L.DO I HAVE TO STOP SAT
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- No you should not discontinue the use of statins as this will result in re-increase in the levels of the bad cholesterol (i.e., LDL). You just need to keep closely monitoring your liver enzymes levels... Read More
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Hello Drs, couple of days ago I noticed some blue-green-ish vaginal discharge on my pantyliner. It doesn't itch and I don't feel any different except for the discharge. What could this be?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- A number of possible causes of abnormal vaginal discharge should be looked into. In order to do that, you will need to have a proper pelvic exam and a swab culture of the discharge, because in the maj... Read More
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I have a problem with my feet. It's been almost 10 years that they sweat a lot at all times. I can't wear any type of scandals except the birkenstock . What can I do?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition characterized by uncontrollable excessive sweating. The word “hyperhidrosis” means too much (hyper) sweating (hidrosis).
Sweating is necessary; it ser... Read More
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Do polycistic ovaries prevent pregnancy?
Dr. Nemer Charafeddine,
Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Yes, if they hinder the ovulation.
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