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Overuse Injuries in Cycling and How To Prevent Them
Cycling — Too Much of a Good Thing Can Sometimes Be BadIn 2010, the government (LTA, ... (continued)
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Breast Itch & Nipple Discharge
Breast Itch or RashBreast itch/rash is most commonly due to skin irritation (eg eczem... (continued)
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The Ultimate Guide to Flu aka Influenza Vaccination in Singapore (2021)
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“ சர்க்யூட் பிரேக்கர்” : ஆரோக்கியமாக இருக்க செய்ய வேண்டிய 5 விஷயங்கள்
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The Ultimate Guide to Teeth Whitening in Singapore (2020)
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Bunions: Symptoms, Causes, Treatments & Minimally Invasive Surgery
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Hi @gerdboss this is a great question. That is correct, studies have shown that a small proportion of patients with recurrent GERD causing certain changes in the lower throat can eventually develop cancer. You can speak to a gastroenterologist for detailed evaluation if you think this may be a concern.
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How does Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine Work?
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0Hi @Gitangkim medications for sea sickness fall in the category of drugs for motion sickness, such as Hyoscine/Scopolamine or Dimenhydrinate, that can be administered before the journey. If your child is prone, you may want to visit a doctor for a physical review to confirm motion sickness through detailed discussion, ensure there is no organic cause for the symptoms, and select the best medication/dosage for your child.
Other general non-medical measures to help reduce motion sickness include the following;
1) Look forward out of the vehicle at a fixed point ahead ("visual horizon")
2) Avoid looking at stationary objects while in the boat (e.g. book, screen of handphone/game boy)
3) Lying down (recline) with eyes closed
If your child has already seen a doctor for examination to exclude organic causes previously, and just requires a top-up of the medication standby, you can try using a teleconsultation for this review. If the doctor evaluates your child and determines that that he is suitable for top-up, he may be able to prescribe it online. Apps such as www.doctorworld.co provide this service, and can also deliver any required medications to your doorstep. Hope this helps!
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Dear Rach
I would suggest getting an Xray of the elbow to rule out a fracture or any possible dislocation. It's not uncommon to have a fracture of the elbow when there is axial loading post fall from a bicycle. Especially since your range of movement is limited, I am concerned about any possible bleeding into the joint and swelling that could arise from a fracture or dislocation or ligament tear.
It would be recommended to see an orthopaedic surgeon to do a detailed examination of the elbow and evaluate with Xrays or even possibly a MRI scan.
I would suggest getting an Xray of the elbow to rule out a fracture or any possible dislocation. It's not uncommon to have a fracture of the elbow when there is axial loading post fall from a bicycle. Especially since your range of movement is limited, I am concerned about any possible bleeding into the joint and swelling that could arise from a fracture or dislocation or ligament tear.
It would be recommended to see an orthopaedic surgeon to do a detailed examination of the elbow and evaluate with Xrays or even possibly a MRI scan.
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Dear Adena- braun. It is certainly frustrating to have an itchy and flaky scalp. You are likely to have eczema/ seborrhoeic dermatitis of the scalp. They usually present with irritated, inflammed, red, itchy scalp.
You might wish to consider a change of shampoo to something gentle such as head and shoulder wash. Alternatively you may wish to consult a doctor and prescription medications such as anti fungal shampoo eg Pristine shampoo is useful for scalp eczema. Application of topical steroids such as clobetasol/ dermasone scalp lotion will also be useful for your condition. Lastly anti histamines such as cetirizine helps to reduce the itch.
You might find staying in air conditioned environment useful as hot and humid environment tends to trigger eczema and take note of any hair gel/ wax/ dye/ wash you apply to your hair/ scalp that could have irritated your scalp.
Hope this helps!
You might wish to consider a change of shampoo to something gentle such as head and shoulder wash. Alternatively you may wish to consult a doctor and prescription medications such as anti fungal shampoo eg Pristine shampoo is useful for scalp eczema. Application of topical steroids such as clobetasol/ dermasone scalp lotion will also be useful for your condition. Lastly anti histamines such as cetirizine helps to reduce the itch.
You might find staying in air conditioned environment useful as hot and humid environment tends to trigger eczema and take note of any hair gel/ wax/ dye/ wash you apply to your hair/ scalp that could have irritated your scalp.
Hope this helps!
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Dear @jaey I totally feel you! I have never managed to make time to exercise while I was in training to be a specialist. Now ironically, even though I'm busier with a young family, a private practice, and other professional work- I find that I need to MAKE time, to maintain some minimal fitness s I enter middle age.
Most healthcare organisations advise, 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 days a week.
I think the challenge is how to fit that into a daily schedule. May I list down some ideas for you to consider? Examples-
1. Walk down and walk up flights of stairs (as many as you can tolerate) daily
2. Walk more- eg from MRT to office, from office to buy lunch
3. At the desk: stand up and stretch every hour or so, try doing 10 squats as well
4. At home, can do 10-20 burpees before dinner
Whatever you choose, start slow, and slowly build up as you gain more confidence. All the best in your fitness journey!
Most healthcare organisations advise, 30 minutes of moderate exercise 5 days a week.
I think the challenge is how to fit that into a daily schedule. May I list down some ideas for you to consider? Examples-
1. Walk down and walk up flights of stairs (as many as you can tolerate) daily
2. Walk more- eg from MRT to office, from office to buy lunch
3. At the desk: stand up and stretch every hour or so, try doing 10 squats as well
4. At home, can do 10-20 burpees before dinner
Whatever you choose, start slow, and slowly build up as you gain more confidence. All the best in your fitness journey!
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Dear Wenda, a person's baseline body temperature may fluctuate quite a bit, depending on time of day, activity level, where the temperature was taken and the type of thermomter used! However, T 38 is a fever, and there are so many causes: maybe viral, bacterial infections, or even some forms of cancer.
I would strongly advise that someone with a fever (especially now with Covid-19), to please check for the nearest PHPC clinic, and call ahead to make an appointment. The attending doctor will need to assess, take a history, do a physical examination, and then advise accordingly.
Stay well!
https://www.gov.sg/article/i-am-showing-respiratory-symptoms-where-should-i-go
https://www.flugowhere.gov.sg/
I would strongly advise that someone with a fever (especially now with Covid-19), to please check for the nearest PHPC clinic, and call ahead to make an appointment. The attending doctor will need to assess, take a history, do a physical examination, and then advise accordingly.
Stay well!
https://www.gov.sg/article/i-am-showing-respiratory-symptoms-where-should-i-go
https://www.flugowhere.gov.sg/
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Hi,
I'm not a doctor but what you have sounded like UTI, better go and check it will damage your kidney if you don't.
I'm not a doctor but what you have sounded like UTI, better go and check it will damage your kidney if you don't.
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Hello! I appreciate how confusing your physical symptoms must be, and even frightening to experience them whilst on the road or at work.
The doctors you’ve seen have diagnosed stress as a factor. Many people have been experiencing higher levels of stress due to the pandemic. Of course it doesn’t mean the diagnosis you’re also worried about, which is anxiety, cannot co-exist. But that is a specific condition that a psychiatrist for instance, would be better placed to answer. Such a specialist would also be able to answer your question about what medication would be helpful, after a thorough consultation.
Meanwhile, in order to reduce your levels of stress and anxiety through non-medicinal methods, it might be helpful to keep good personal physical health. Drink plenty of water, and sleep well.
Having a conversation with someone trained is helpful too. Life coaches are trained to help people to achieve their goals and become better versions of themselves. If you would like to take the conversation further with me, you may contact me via my life coaching website: www.jadelifeandwellness.com as many clients share the same struggles as you with me.
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Hi @redmercurygolden, thanks for your question.
A kids dentist, otherwise known as a paediatric dentist, is a dentist that specialises in treating children and teenagers usually under 18 years old. Paediatric dentist undergo additional specialist training on top of their general dentist training. As such, paediatric dentists usually only treat children and teenagers due to their expertise and interest in that area.
Technically speaking, a paediatric dentist would be qualified to carry out dental procedures on an adult patient. However, with their specialisation in the dental needs of children, they are more likely to only focus on treating younger patients as compared to adults.
Hope this answers your question!
Hope this answers your question!
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Hi @Wen . Thank you for your question! I do receive a lot of similar requests.
Yes most doctors will be able to provide a memo regarding the diagnosis after examination and history taking. Based on what you have written down it sounds possible to be related to allergic or vasomotor rhinitis (environmental causes) rather than an infective cause. The aforementioned is even more so if you/your husband or your son has a history of eczema/asthma/allergic rhinitis.
Though you may want to call ahead as usually such memos are written by the resident doctor (in the event the clinic is being covered by a locum doctor).
Hope this helps!
Yes most doctors will be able to provide a memo regarding the diagnosis after examination and history taking. Based on what you have written down it sounds possible to be related to allergic or vasomotor rhinitis (environmental causes) rather than an infective cause. The aforementioned is even more so if you/your husband or your son has a history of eczema/asthma/allergic rhinitis.
Though you may want to call ahead as usually such memos are written by the resident doctor (in the event the clinic is being covered by a locum doctor).
Hope this helps!
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