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I have done lots of blood tests and pictures for pancreas and liver, and i have done the thing you have mentioned back in 2007
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- If all your tests revealed normal findings, then the more rare possible causes of your abdominal symptoms should be entertained.
1-Abdominal epilepsy: an exceptionally rare syndrome where the seizure... Read More
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Why does my whole body itch after a bath?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Cholinergic urticaria is a common physical urticaria (type of skin rash or reaction) that is caused by sweating. It is sometimes referred to as heat bumps due to the appearance of the rash, which usua... Read More
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I have non stop nausea with no other symptoms as pain or anything! The dr said its a functional disorder and no treatment available! I did all possible tests! Plz advise!
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- What are the tests you have done (including any endoscopy withbbiopsy)?
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I've been having runny nose for 5 months and sometimes it's hard to breathe. It's the first time to have such problem. What can it be?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Chronic rhinorrhea with intermittent nasal obstruction are commonly caused by:
1- Allergies: an allergen can trigger your symptoms; it can be an element that you have recently become exposed to (like ... Read More
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The rubella Abs IgM level is 0.79 which is negative according to the reference range, however Toxoplasma Abs IgG level is high 5.1 Ul/ml, thank you so much for responding I highly appreciate it.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The same concept applies to toxoplasma: an elevated IgG level means that you have immunity against it due to previous exposure, and this is in fact desirable and reassuring - you can safely eat uncook... Read More
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Hello doctors, my test results say I have a rubella infection( Abs IgG=36.8 UI/ml) and I'm 7 weeks pregnant. I'm worried, my appointment with the gynecologist is on Tuesday, what will happen now?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- A positive rubella IgG level indicates a previous exposure to the virus (whether from the vaccine you have received during childhood or because of an old infection), so you're actually immune aga... Read More
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I've been using Xeractan to decrease the acne on my face, it's been 2 months and my face is SLIGHTLY better, but the acne won't stop appearing. Is that normal?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Isotretinoin exerts its effects by reducing sebum (skin oil) production and shrinking the sebaceous glands (the glands that produce the sebum, an oily substance that keeps the skin hydrated and protec... Read More
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I have a pimple on my lower lip. It is not herpes. It has a white head. What can I use for it to go away?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- You can apply a topical antibiotic cream (based on erythromycinor fucidic acid). And do not mmanipulate it. Topicalttretinoin cream can also be used, but only before bedtime (if exposed to sunlight, i... Read More
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I have a thin upper lip and a 'normal' size lower lip. I asked a plastic surgeon he said fillers won't work because my upper lip is too thin and he wants to put an implant. Do I have other options?
Dr. Michel Moutran,
Plastic Surgery
- You are still young and implants placed in the upper lip are permanent. Their long term outcome is not guaranteed and you might end up with deformities.
Even if your upper lip is thin it is possible t... Read More
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How does xenical work and does it cause liver failure
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Xenical (orlistat) blocks the activity of enzymes secreted by the stomach and pancreas that break down triglycerides (fats). As such, triglycerides will not be absorbed into the bloodstream but will b... Read More
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