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Premiere Pediatrics PC
Director,
Independence Urgent Care LLC
Associate Professor of Pediatrics.
Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Board certified in Pediatric Medicine
Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics
Attending Physician at St. Joseph Mercy Oakland, Pontiac MI and William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak MI.
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Pediatrics
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United States: Michigan
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Hindi, Malayalam, Marathi, Tamil
Doctor Q&A
326 Answers
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A 31-year-old female asked:
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Pediatrics 36 years experience
Wait to hear...: You should hear from the doctor. Pancreatic lipase may cause such elevation. It is hard to give an opinion with such little information. So please do ... Read More
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Yes: Typically the second dose is not due till age 4.
If a larger outbreak occurrs it can be preponed, but there are no such guidelne changes.
1st dose mus... Read More
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A female asked:
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Immune likely: High IgG levels usually mean immune to rubella from past MMR vaccine. The units are not mentioned in the question The OB will discuss with you if aske... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Broad topic: Generally lactose intolerance is the commonest malabsorption disorder. Avoiding large amounts of one type of food decreases such risk, eg. Dairy group... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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No info: AS far as I am aware, this has not been studied.
The answer therefore is no.
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A member asked:
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Less likely: Myositis is a clinical diagnosis based on concurrent viral illness. fever is often associated with it.
Acute onset, and recovery.
Yes there are severa... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
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Acne care: Over the counter acne gels and lotions can be tried. They are benzyl peroxide based. keep skin clean and please do not pick at it. If you have darker ... Read More
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Need more info: Hard to opine . Should be evaluated before making that decision.
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A 26-year-old male asked:
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Not usually: As long as there is no blood in the stools, vomiting or loss of appetite I would increase fibre in diet, reduce milk intake if it is a big part of her... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Have it seen: This is bacterial in nature usually, and will probably need antibiotics orally and/or drainage. hard to say without being seen by a doctor.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Yes: It could be strep, and such infections. Fever can be associated with feeling clammy. Do have her seen as soon as possible in my opinion.
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A 51-year-old male asked:
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Revisit diagnosis: Topical steroid creams usually help in conjunction with anti-histaminic. You should get back to confirm, that there are no other systemic causes for t... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Best to ask gyn.: That is a large size cyst. Best to leave this decision to the surgeon and their comfort level, specific to you case scenario.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Please read...: This is typically a self limiting conditon. No antibiotics work.
As long as there is no Hypoxia( pulse ox check is above 95 %) babies do well. If ther... Read More
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A 18-year-old male asked:
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Assume pubic hair..: Careful use of razor and shaving gel is ok.
One could use a mechanical shaver to avoid injuries too. This may not be a medical question, but it is you... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Keratosis possible: do consult with image to confirm.
It could be keratosis pylaris a common skin condition without complications. There are other causes, but it has to b... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
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No advised.: No definite rx for this.
Vit e oil has been tried.
Laser rx may be an option.
You should talk to your primary doc to see a referral is appropriate.... Read More
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Yes: Legs are ok from random trauma, and falls.
Abdomen needs to be looked at for many causes.
Do not want to alarm you, but the first step is to see the... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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1 week: About a week to heal the wound and avoid contamination.
Also one has to avoid exposure to colds so fluid does not build up in the middle ear cavity.
... Read More
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Should be seen: Yes i would suggest, you should go in.
At least to an urgent care to check neuro functions.
With no witness, it is a good idea.
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A 25-year-old male asked:
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Yes : Irritated dermatitis and itching can be associated, due to edema/swelling in that area.
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A 35-year-old female asked:
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Yes.: A slight increase in life time risk.
Much lower than a whole abdomen ct.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Less than 10 %: In my practice with acne, less than 10 % are cystic.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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Yes : A water solible vitamin.
Gets excreated well.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
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Not likely: The dermatome and nerve supply is rightsided.
Hence it is unlikely related.
Associated hyperacidity, muscle spasm, or unrelated skeletal pain may ca... Read More
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A 56-year-old female asked:
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Yes.: Phimosis a medical condition typically occurrs in uncircumcised penile skin that is retracted.
You are probably noticing the purple color of the glan... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Metronidazole ?: This drug is used for amebiasis, giardiasis, anaerobic infections, etc.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Further tests ?: An ultrasound may help. Liver function tests can rule things out. Other viruses can cause this. If increasing in size, this will need definite evaluat... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Please confirm: These are two very different diagnosis.
Impetigo is bacterial and treated with topical &/or oral antibiotics.
Ringworm or Tinea is fungal skin inf... Read More
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A male asked:
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Albuteral: THis is a prescription mediacation.
Please have your asthma assessed and then if needed you might need an inhaled corticosteroid like Pulmicort or Flo... Read More
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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BCG should be known: A properly performed BCG vaccine should leave a visible papery scar.
So the status should always be known.
BCG can cause positive TB test. This is the... Read More
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Could be viral...: She can take some Acetaminophen-Tylenol for the sore throat. Lots of fluids of course. If a fever shows up, it may be worth testing for strep. and tre... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Not necessarily: Fetus/baby does not follow maternal sleep pattern esp. in the 3rd trimester.
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A 33-year-old member asked:
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Contraindication.: Antabuse (disulfiram) like effect, ie. You have adverse effects when combined, including severe vomitting, nausea, etc.
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Yes: Many products are not approved by fda, but depending on the diagnosis and severity, if assessed well by a psychiatrist, one can use them with caution ... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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NOt toxic: May not work as effectively.
I would get a refill.
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A 49-year-old member asked:
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NO: AS you might know this is a skull deformity.
RApid growth, premature closure of cranial sutures, position of sleep all contribute to it.
Similarly, ... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Not much else: The risk of rupture is not common but is probably the likely risk with a second C section.
The decision should be made by the OB considering your risk... Read More
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A 43-year-old female asked:
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See cardiologist: This may need medications.
Slow posture change is always recommended.
Avoid dehydration and hypoglycemia.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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This is reasonable: http://www.babycenter.com/0_baby-sleep-training-the-basics_1505715.bc
There is no one best way. You have to suit your needs. By nature some babies ar... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Lymph node: THis is most likely a retroauricular lymph node.
It is typically benign.
It is a result of an immune response of mild scalp abrasions.
If it increases... Read More
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Likely new nevus: If it is just on the skin surface that would appear to be a new nevus/birth mark It is always better to have it seen by your doctor, since it is a ne... Read More
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A 40-year-old female asked:
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Assuming on meds: May want to go in to evaluate for ant air leak...sometimes chest xray helps.
Cough can be severe and cause even musculo skeletal pain.
Anti infective ... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Please see URL: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001485.htm
As you can imagine, this is a big topic, very relevant to pregnancy and fetal safety.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
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No good answer.: It is just a statistical fact. Geneticists may have a possible answer in the future, but there is no medical reason I am aware of. Of course it is ide... Read More
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Typically not.: Sunscreen is a good habit to get into.
It should always be monitored for any sudden or noticeable changes.
In pediatrics it is rarely serious.
Do have... Read More
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Need evaluation: Your profile may suggest ADD or Attention Deficit Disorder.
I do not want to make this hasty judgement, nor do I intend to challenge you abilities.
Wi... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Needs assessment: There are a few causes for yellow sclera ie. whites of the eye appearing yellow.
Jaundice or liver dysfunction would be the one concern I would addres... Read More
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Poss. Viral: Referred pain to ears can occur from the throat. Ear infections have to be ruled out.
Many viruses can give such symptoms. Do have it seen again if wo... Read More
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Reaction: This may just be a chemical reaction.
Do have the urine tested if you are concerned about blood. It is a simple test at the doctor's office.
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Sep 24, 2015
very helpful doctor. unfortunately my connection was cut off mid consult but he seemed thorough and asked questions
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Dr. Sundar is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you for the answer, although not what I was looking for. I already had blood tests done and the FSH was normal and LH hormone was very high but my GYNO said they were normal.. Thanks anyways.
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This made me feel good. Thanks! Thank you! I already saw my doc, for antibiotics and a nasal spray for the sinuses. Was just a little nervous about the pain, but sure it's a muscle :
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank you, you have given me peace of mind! She is on medication and I will make sure to follow up with doc when all taken. Thank you for your time
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Bombay, Seth G. S. Medical College, India
Graduated 1987MD
Residency
WILLIAM BEAUMONT HOSPITAL
Residency
St. Joseph Mercy, Pontiac
Awards
Reader's Choice Award, Oakland County Area-Clarkston MI
Top Pediatrician, First Place, Michigan - Fall
2014
Top Doctor, Second Place, Pontiac Region - Fall
2014
Affiliations
AAP, AAPI, AKMG
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