Dr. Ralph Kingsford

Pediatrics 37 years experience

Ginger: Try chewing candied ginger. Avoid fried foods. If symptoms do not improve see your doctor.

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A 17-year-old female asked:

What are safe allergy medications for toddlers?

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Allergy meds: There are several medications for allergies that can be used for toddlers including: Claritin (Loratadine) Zyrtec (Cetirizine) Allerga (Fexofenadine) ... Read More

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A 41-year-old female asked:

I have been pooping blood a lot, i also vommit blood, i have been loosing a lot of weight. i don't know what it could be. what is happening?

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Get checked: You should see your physician as soon as possible. Your symptoms could be due to a serious gastrointestinal problem.

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A 17-year-old female asked:

What is the healthy average weight range for a 17 year old female who is 5'6?

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130-145 lbs: An ideal weight range for that height will be between 130-145 lbs

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A 21-year-old female asked:

Missed period..vaginal discharge..bloating..and high fever..what could it be? could i be pregnant or periods?

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Likely infection: The symptoms you describe are more suggestive of an infection. I suggest you get yourself checked.

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Is eggplant safe to eat during pregnancy?

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Yes: Eggplant consumption during pregnancy is okay. However, since eggplant contains oxalates, consuming an excess of eggplant with an underlying history o... Read More

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A 22-year-old female asked:

Are you able to take a test besides patch testing to see if you are allergic to something? can a skin biopsy tell you if you are allergic to something? or are their any other tests that you can do?

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Allergy test: You can have a blood test done. What are you concerned you are allergic to?

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A 18-year-old female asked:

Does lamictal lower the effect of birth control pills? altavera to be exact

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May lower Lamictal: Use of the 2 drugs may result in a lower plasma concentration of your Lamictal.

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A 22-year-old female asked:

Does cardio & strength training exercises in gym loosen the vagina? i am a virgin. plz reply.

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No: Exercise will usually improve muscle tone including the pelvic muscles (if you are doing any of these). If your question really is can vigorous exerci... Read More

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A 17-year-old female asked:

Hi i have been having a lot of pain in my pelvic area and i have been getting my period every other day for the past four weeks ... i took a pregnancy test it's said i wasn't pregnant i took the test three times still said no .. but i'm also having lower

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Not normal: While menstrual irregularity is not uncommon in teens, you're sx are not normal. You should see your doctor or a gyn provider and get checked.

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A 27-year-old female asked:

Is hydrocortisone 2.5 available otc?

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No: OTC hydrocortisone creams are usually 1%.

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A 29-year-old female asked:

If i'm unable to eat (been over a week), but am drinking, how do i keep potassium up? worried about heart rhythm problems. gatorade doesnt have much.

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coconut water. : You can try coconut water which is rich in potassium. The question I have is Why aren't you eating? What is your underlying condition that causes you ... Read More

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A 21-year-old female asked:

Pain in my left ear,wax accumulates and gets hard and dark in the opening of the ear canal,cannot even remove it easily,but doesnt fall from that ear?

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Use Debrox or Murine: Try using a few drops of a wax (cerumen) softening agent. These are available OTC. Follow the manufacturer instructions. I caution against using Q-ti... Read More

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A 34-year-old female asked:

Can a pulled muscle in your back make your chest feel tight when you breathe in on that side? it hurts when i twist or move a certain way in my back

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Yes its possible: if the upper back is involved it could certainly cause your chest discomfort.

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A 16-year-old female asked:

Is it okay to have mild pains in my left side? i dont know for a fact that my spleen is swollen but i was diagnosed with mono 2 weeks ago.

Pediatrics 37 years experience

Okay if it's mild: You could have abdominal pain. As long as it's mild, it is okay. I suggest avoiding any contact sport or strenuous exercise If the pain worsens have i... Read More

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A 28-year-old female asked:

I had surgery last saturday and still very tender around the belly button also red, hot and a hard lump, constant pains?

Pediatrics 37 years experience

Not normal: A surgical site that is red, hot & tender a week from surgery is not normal. Have your surgeon or GP made aware of your symptoms & have it che... Read More

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A 33-year-old female asked:

3 yr old week ago vomiting took to dr told virusfelt better next day no more vomiting. has diarrhea once a day it is greenish and foamy on top. virus?

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Yes, this is viral.: Viral GI illness can take between 7-10 days to resolve. You should encourage a BRATT type diet (bananas, rice, apple sauce, toast & tea) and avoid... Read More

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A 29-year-old male asked:

I am the father of a 3 year old son and need to know how to train him to pee standing up.

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Make it a game: Tear up toilet paper into 1" pieces and throw in 2 or 3 into the toilet and have him try to hit them. You could also use Cheerios as targets but be ca... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

My anus stings/hurts when i pass a bowel movement ?

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Possible fissure: You may have an anal fissure. Try Sitz baths an apply some Vaseline to the peri anal region. If it persists or you have bloody bowel movements, have y... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

I'm 18 years old. my menstrual cycle is what is generally considered normal. my last period was over two weeks ago. this morning i started my period 9 days early. is that normal???

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Not unusual: Teens could often have some irregularity in the frequency or duration of their periods, even if for most part they have been regular. If however, you ... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I had a sore throat 2 weeks ago, gp gave me 500mg penicillin 3x day. i felt cured when taking them, now sore throat has come back. what should i do?

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Have Strep test done: It is possible your recurrence of a sore throat is due to a viral infection and would only need supportive treatment. However, if your Strep test is ... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I have fever and all my body hurt , sometimes i get a headache i been feeling like this for 2 days what should i do or any medications should i take ?

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Likely viral illness: You probably have a viral illness - maybe the Flu - did you get your Flu shot this year? Keep yourself hydrated and take Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen fo... Read More

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A female asked:

I've had stomach issues since i was 11 and i'm now 16 and having heartburn can the stomach issues be related to the heartburn?should i be worried?

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Yes: You probably have GERD. Left untreated it could lead to further problems. You should see a GI specialist and have your symptoms evaluated. In the int... Read More

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A 32-year-old female asked:

When is it safe for a child to stop using a booster seat in car? he is 8yrs old 77pounds

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It is safe: Laws vary by state. I believe in Texas, children over the age of 8 can ride legally without a booster. In California the current laws is: Children u... Read More

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A 24-year-old female asked:

22 mnth old has had a low grade temp.98.9-99.8,runny/stuffy nose, cough& hoarseness for 5 days.eats/plays pretty normal. could it be a cold? advice?

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Most likely: Her symptoms are consistent with an URI. Use nasal saline drops & have her try & gently blow her nose. Alternatively, you could use a bulb suc... Read More

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A 26-year-old female asked:

I am going to start accutane soon. my multivitamin has 2500 iu vitamin a. should i discontinue?

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Probably: While taking Vitamin A while on Accutane is not totally contraindicated, there is a risk for Vitamin A toxicity. So, you probably should discontinue.

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A 17-year-old female asked:

Pressure on chest, increased acne, paranoia, not able to sleep. ?

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Stay calm: Sounds like you are experiencing anxiety. Start some deep breathing relaxation exercises, avoid any caffeinated beverages. If your worsening acne is t... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

My 3.5 mo baby is really fussing in every feed.checkd with gp no thrush no ear infection.teething maybe.afraid shell associate feed wth being upset :(?

Pediatrics 37 years experience

Maybe diet related: Are you breast feeding? If so, has anything in your diet changed? If you're nursing watch your intake of dairy foods, chocolate, caffiene etc. She may... Read More

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A 31-year-old female asked:

My 7 year old has a 103 fever and really no other symptoms what should i do

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Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen: Control the fever with Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Ibuprofen., tepid sponging and adequate fluids. If the child develops a sore throat, headache, body ... Read More

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A 18-year-old male asked:

I'm going to disneyland in a couple days and my last visit i had gerd mess it up at night what can i do to have a better time there.

Pediatrics 37 years experience

Don't eat late: Eating a heavy meal especially if it's late, could make you uncomfortable. In addition I would avoid fried foods, caffeinated beverages and nicotine. ... Read More

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A 16-year-old female asked:

Does constipation cause really bad groin pressure to the point where it's hard to walk?

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It could: Depending on how long it been between bowel movements, groin pain and difficulty walking could occur with constipation. If there is a fever the pain ... Read More

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Hi a daycare used a mr clean magic eraser on my sons leg. it caused a rug burn effect. what kind of cream can i put on it?

Pediatrics 37 years experience

Try Aveeno (oatmeal): You could try applying some Aveeno (oatmeal) skin relief healing ointment on it. If he continues to be uncomfortable, have his pediatrician check it.

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A 20-year-old female asked:

Hi i'm curious what's the symptoms of an ear infection and do you feel tired with it.?

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Ear pain: Ear infections will usually cause pain in the affected ear. If the middle ear is involved there usually is a fever too. You could also have trouble he... Read More

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A 29-year-old female asked:

Was told i have otitis media n swollen lymph nodes, but i dont have any ear pain, only pain i have is on the right side of neck below jaw, is this ok?

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Yes: Did you have a sore throat along with the swollen lymph nodes? The swollen nodes could be the cause of the pain.

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A 19-year-old female asked:

I had a gastritis from month and i took pills.i feel much better but sometimes the pain come back! can this disease be a chornic?

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It is possible: There are various causes for gastritis and depending on the cause symptoms can return. Did you have any test done before you were given the medication... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

My daughter is abroad for a semester. she just told me she's had a hard flat lump under the skin on the bottom of her foot for about 4 months now. it doesn't hurt. she said it's not quite the size of a quarter and it's near her heel. what could it be?

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Plantar wart: It probably is a plantar wart. She could do warm soaks of the foot and apply an OTC topical for now & have it checked by your family physician wh... Read More

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A 37-year-old male asked:

Is there any interaction between cefixime and alcohol?

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No: No interaction between the two.

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A 28-year-old female asked:

My 16 month old passes 3 loose watery stool today.no other symptoms..what to do?

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Food intolerance: Has you toddler been gaining weight appropriately? He/She may have a mild Lactose or Fructose Intolerance. Do you give him/her much dairy foods or ju... Read More

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A 25-year-old female asked:

My 3 1/2 yr old is on amoxicillin for an ear infection & has had close to a 102 temp for 2 days. how long should her fever last?

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2-3 days: It could take 2-3 days before her fever improves. However, if she has a viral illness it could be longer. If her fever has not resolved, I suggest a r... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

Im having my first outbreak of genital herpes and was wondering if neosporin is okay to put on it and what else could help with burning/stinging pain?

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Neosporin won't work: Herpes is a viral infection and will not respond to Neosporin. If you are certain it is herpes, you should see your physician. Since this is your prim... Read More

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A 23-year-old female asked:

I'm taking erythromycin ethyl succinate. i've had a few bowel problems, i've been to the toilet 3x a day. is this this normal? i can't bare it anymore

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Use a probiotic: Erythromycin can cause increased gut motility and cause cramps and diarrhea. It would help to reduce dairy products and take a probiotic.

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A 20-year-old female asked:

When i stick my tongue all the way out i can see very large bumbs in the back of my tongue and i can see my epiglottis. is that bad?

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No: The bumps you see are likely slightly enlarged vallate papillae which are normal. Further back there are lymphoid nodules - which if not painful, wou... Read More

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A 17-year-old female asked:

I have a two small squishy flesh-colored bumps on my anys and i'm not sure what it is. should i be worried?

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Maybe skin tags: They could be sKin tags from prior fissures. Do you tend to get constipated? If so, use a stool softener and reduce starchy foods. If you have any ble... Read More

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A female asked:

Is 1000mg of tylenol (acetaminophen) extra strength ok to take if i'm on accutane 20mg twice a day?

Pediatrics 37 years experience

Safe to use Tylenol (acetaminophen): It is safe to take Tylenol (acetaminophen) while on Accutane.

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A 29-year-old female asked:

My son bites his fingers. his left thumb is now swollen, is red and is yellow in the cuticle. is this an infection?

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Yes. Paronychia: He probably has a paronychia infection. You could try warm soaks and a topical antibiotic. However, if he has a fever or pus draining, he should see h... Read More

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A 20-year-old female asked:

Ive been on the 3 month depo shot since may and i had non stop bleeding from since.... what should i do ?

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See your Gyn doc: It is not normal to have a period/bleeding for that period of time. I strongly recommend you get checked.

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A 21-year-old female asked:

I take doxycycline for acne. i also take birth control, does taking this antibiotic make my birth control ineffective?

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It may: Tetracycline derivatives may diminish the therapeutic effect of hormonal Contraceptives . There have been anecdotal reports that tetracycline antibiot... Read More

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A female asked:

My soft palet has has been sore with a sharp pain when swallowing, achy. just got done with ten days 1500 penacilin from double ear infection.

Pediatrics 37 years experience

Probably viral: You may have a viral throat infection causing these symptoms. Gargle with warm salt water & take some Tylenol (acetaminophen). If you have a fever... Read More

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A 29-year-old male asked:

Hello, i have persistent low grade fever for 2 yrs, liver pain etc. did multiple tests hiv, std, etc negative. is ebv or cmv cause this long? any oth?

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Yes: EBV could cause prolonged symptoms - l haven't seen one last that long. Other possibilities include Tuberculosis, valley fever and auto immune disorde... Read More

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A 19-year-old female asked:

Can i use clobet gm for the red henna tattoo itching.i did the henna on my hand and now it getting to have tiny scarr and itchy.don't know how to stop?

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No: Clobet is a topical antibiotic cream. It will not help itching, so do not use it. You can try Eucerin anti-itch cream and/or take an antihistamine.

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