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I dont smoke and drink water alot. The test was done to identify the cause of itchiness in body nd to rulw out psoriasis
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- I see. Elevated hemoglobin and red blood cell count associated with generalized itchiness may be the result of a condition known as polycythemia Vera, whereby the bone marrow produces large amounts of... Read More
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Ttl cholesterol 126(low) hdl 40 ldl 75 vldl 11(low) total chol\Hdl ratio 3,18 all are mg/dl unit. Is it soemthing bad to have low cholesterol?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- On the contrary, this lipid profile is excellent. We like to see low levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, LDL and VLDL, but high levels of HDL (40 and above).
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Hematocryte 52,40%(high) rbc 6.39mm3 (high) mch26,10 (low) mchc31,70 (low) is it something to be concerned of?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- An elevated red blood cell count and an elevated hematocrit in an otherwise healthy young individual usually indicate dehydration and/or chronic smoking. So unless you have particular symptoms, such a... Read More
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I'm on Lamictal treatment, what kind of medicine can I take along if I have a high fever?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Based upon the Lexi-Comp drug interaction chart, Lamictal (lamotrigine) does NOT interact with the commonly used medications used as anti-pyretics (to lower temperature), such as paracetamol and ibupr... Read More
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I suffered from pain in the upper part of my leg, inside the right part of the butt. The next day it was gone, any explanation?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- This may be sacroiliitis, an inflammation of one or both of your sacroiliac joints, which are the places where your lower spine and pelvis connect. The classical symptoms of sacroiliitis include:... Read More
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I have acid reflux esp when I get up early. My stomach's always bloated at the end of day even in summer. I pass a lot of gas & belch too. What to do?
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Dr. Mirna Waked,
Pulmonology
- You should consult a gastroenterologist.
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Can colchicine or the Mediterranean fever affect the ability to have kids? Or the kidney and lungs badly?
Dr. Mirna Waked,
Pulmonology
- Not to my knowledge. Colchicine can have side effects on the kidney but no gross consequence on the lungs.
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Lately, been feeling a lump in my throat (I can't physically feel it, not apparent on the outside) but I also have dizziness, rarely, and burping.
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- These symptoms may indicate acid reflux from the stomach, especially that you mention that you are burping more than usual. The acidity of the fluid that comes from the stomach up to the throat can ca... Read More
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At night, I can hear the blood flow in my right ear with every beat. It also happens sometimes during the day with palpitations, what can it be?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Tinnitus is sound that you hear in your head without an external source. Some people describe it as a ringing sound, while others as whistling, buzzing, chirping, hissing, humming, roaring, or even sh... Read More
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Should an early decay in tooth be replaced with a filling? Or should it be kept with maintaining oral hygiene? Or it will grow bigger in all cases?
Dr. Michel Karam,
Dentistry
- It depends on the decay and it's progression. Visit a dentist if you haven't to make sure they are early. And for sure maintain your oral hygiene in all cases by brushing 3 times a day for 3 minutes e... Read More
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