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My son sleeps next to me and my husband. He is 2years old. I read different medical opinions regarding this matter.What r the effects of such a habit?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- In fact, the available evidence regarding the custom of children co-sleeping with parents suggest that such habit has positive rather than negative effects on the child's social and personal growth an... Read More
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For how many total hours can a two year old watch TV or IPAD per day?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- When it comes to kids and iPads, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends no more than two hours of total screen time (such as TV, computers, and video games) per day for kids two years and... Read More
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Baby boy 10 mnth sometimes he acts with anger ( bished 3la 7alo, on his eyes and closes his hand) like big people . Is this normal? Thanks
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- If all else is normal, meaning that your baby is not sick or suffering from gas or acid reflux, and he's not overbundled (too many clothes layers or covers), then he may be trying to express his frust... Read More
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Why am I being asked to shave my beard for my upcoming knee arthroscopy surgery?
Dr. Ghassan Nawfal,
Surgery
- There must be some kind of misunderstanding.
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What is hemarrhoid, symptoms, and what is the treatment
Dr. Ghassan Nawfal,
Surgery
- Hemorrhoids are enlarged blood vessels around the anus. They cause bleeding and itching in the area and need to be evaluated by the surgeon. Sometimes they are associated with a small tear which may c... Read More
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An airgun pellet penetrated my big toe but then removed surgically. How much time will it take the wound to heal? What are the consequences? M worried
Dr. Ghassan Nawfal,
Surgery
- No serious consequences are to be expected from such an injury if the color of the toe is ok and if the sensations and movements of the toe are fine.
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5 years ago, I had a cardiac catheterization,2 stents were placed,do you think it is time to redo another catheterization.
Dr. Ghassan Nawfal,
Surgery
- Your cardiologist is the right person to ask. He may opt for less invasive studies such as a CT Scan Angiogram for routine evaluation.
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I had a cholecystectomy from 2 weeks. I had colic biliary symptom. I dont know wht to eat. My dr told me to keep on 0 fat food and grilled. What else?
Dr. Ghassan Nawfal,
Surgery
- Avoid fatty foods and sauces rich in tomato paste or cream. Also slow down on chocolate. If you still have those pains you should reconsult your surgeon for re-evaluation.
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What diet plan should i go with after a cholecystectomy from 2 weeks? Any specific diet ?
Dr. Ghassan Nawfal,
Surgery
- Eat regularly but avoid meals that are high in fat content and meals with a lot of tomato sauce and cream. Slow on the chocolate.
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My daughter is 5yrs urine culture came with no bacteria growth but she did have a bunch of microorganisms what's that mean
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Kindly send me a copy of the urine test report because I can't seem to grasp what these microorganisms are. Sometimes of the urine analysis, bacteria may appear and these are called contaminants, and ... Read More
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