Dr. Malina Milan

Internal Medicine
North andover, MA
32 years experience female

Locations

Doctors express

North andover, MA

Address

North andover, MA
Directions

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Specialties
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.

Internal Medicine

Languages spoken

English

Doctor Q&A

472 Answers
160 Agrees
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A 25-year-old member asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
No: You can't get chlamydia this way. This is a sexually transmitted disease. Take care!
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A 36-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
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Protect: Protect your skin from sun damage with daily use of sunscreen.
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A 36-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
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Ignore: Flaxseed and chia seeds are good substitutes for fish oil.
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A 33-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Unlikely: The first thing to do is take a home pregnancy test, if it's negative you are most likely not pregnant especially if you have your period, if it's pos... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: Delsym (dextromethorphan) does not contain codeine.
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A 55-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Different reasons: An infection in the intestine can be related to viruses, bacteria or parasites, depending on your symptoms your doctor may choose do get some testing ... Read More
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A 21-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Not likely: Especially with a tampón in. Take care!
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
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Vaginitis : You should see your doctor. Smelly vaginal discharge is not normal. You could have a vaginal infection that can be cured with proper medications. You ... Read More
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A 37-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Ignore: Keep well hydrated. Avoid caffeinated beverages.
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A 27-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Can make you drowsy: You need to be careful, somnolence is a very common side effect of Meclizine and if taken with Remeron (mirtazapine) or Klonopin it could make it wor... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Skin tag: It could just be a benign skin tag, but other skin lesions like warts cannot be excluded without actually looking at it. Make an appointment with your... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Pregnancy : If you are having your period then you are not pregnant. Usually best to test afte you have missed your period. Take care!
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Migraine : Treatment with Botox injections has been succesful in many patients. Talk to your neurologist about this option. Good luck!
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Pregnancy : Discharge is not a sign of pregnancy. If you have taken your pills as directed then changes of pregnancy are very slim. If in doubt take a home pregna... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: It is helpful to have some personal items with you, such as a favorite picture or item that may help you relax and focus during labor, you can also co... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Varies: Some women start feeling symptoms at around 5 or 6 weeks. Can have fatigue, breast tenderness , nausea and others. Take care!
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A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Unlikely: If you did not have actual intercourse and you have a negative pregnancy test. Then you are not pregnant. You may just have a late period. Take care!
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A 30-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Swollen glands: Could present this way , maybe related to a scalp irritation, if not improving after a few days you should see your doctor to make sure it's not anoth... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Menstruation : During menstruation the uterine lining is shed, so it is not uncommon to see some tissue mixed in with the blood. I hope this answers your question. T... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Menopause: Any bleeding after menopause needs to be evaluated, i recommend seeing a gynecologist. Good luck!
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A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Over the counter: You should make sure you keep well hydrated and rest. You could try over the counter remedies such as a saline nasal spray to alleviate congestion, yo... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: After taking Plan B your cycle will be altered. You can certainly have spotting and your period will most likely be a bit different. It will return to... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
UTI: It sounds like you could have a urinary tract infection, you should see a healthcare provider to have a test and get treatment. Take care!
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Test: Why stress yourself. It's as simple as taking a home pregnancy test and you will have your answer. Every time you have unprotected sex you run the ris... Read More
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A 23-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Painful eye : Needs to be examined right away by an ophthalmologist , no use in guessing. Tell your friend to get evaluated. Good luck!
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A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Very unlikely : First of all you cannot get pregnant if you have not had sex. You could have missed periods for other reasons. See your doctor. Take care!
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A 22-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Pregnancy: Is always a possibility when you have unprotected sex. Take a home pregnancy test and put your mind at ease. Good luck!
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A 21-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Penile lesions: Should see your doctor, these lesions could be insignificant, but genital warts usually are skin colored as well, your doctor should be able to tell t... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Liposuction: In most instances health insurance companies will not cover liposuction since it is considered a cosmetic procedure. Try to lose weight by eating a he... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: The best way to find out is to see your doctor, he or she will order the best tests to see if you do have a thyroid problem. Take care!
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A 29-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
No: Blood pressure tends to drop when you are pregnant. 140/90 is elevated. You need to discuss with your obstetrician. Take care!
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Pregnancy : The most accurate way to tell if you are pregnant is to take a pregnancy test. You cannot diagnose based on body temperature. God luck!
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Pregnancy: Headache and nausea are certainly common during early pregnancy, but all you need to do is take a home pregnancy test. They are quite reliable. Good l... Read More
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A 23-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: This is most likely what will happen. Take care!
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A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: Some women are very sensitive to hormone changes and missing even one birth control pill can cause spotting, this should resolve.
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A 19-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
You need to: Get evaluated by a physician , if you are sexually active, irritation and blisters in genitals could be due to a sexually transmitted disease like her... Read More
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A 39-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
No: You should not start using a new prescription medication without consulting your doctor, you need to have your own Insulin dose prescribed. This needs... Read More
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A 37-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Ignore: Avoid standing for long periods. Compression hose may help relieve symptoms.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
No: This is to soon to test. Some may give accurate results a few days before period is due. Usually best to wait at least until period is a few days lat... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Menstrual cycle: Flow and length of cycle can vary at times. Some clotting is normal as long as you are not having very heavy bleeding and large clots you should be f... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: It can sometimes take up to three months for your body to get used to the different hormone levels. Spotting is very common. Take care!
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A 17-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
No: Pregnancy won't give you cold symptoms, you get a cold from a virus. If you are worried about getting pregnant make sure to use birth control. Good lu... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Make sure: That you are actually getting enough sleep and proper exercise and nutrition. See you doctor for investigation of medical causes take care!
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A 27-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: It shouldn't be a problem unless you are also taking antibiotics or pain medication.
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A 18-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes: Yes you can. Just make sure to take it with food so it doesn't upset your stomach. Take care!
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A 31-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Weight loss: Best way to start is by eating a well balanced diet, small portions, avoid refined sugars and high fat foods, fast food. Eat plenty of fruits and vege... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Yes!: Please get help soon. You should preferably see a psychiatrist or if your symptoms worsen you need to go to the emergency room or call 911. Good luck!
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A 27-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Pregnancy: Unlikely if you got your period. Cycles can vary from month to month and being a bit early or late is not uncommon. Good luck!
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A 21-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Dietary supplements : Are not fda regulated. You should use with caution and only as directed on package. Garcinia should not be taken for more than three months. The best ... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
Dr. Malina Milan
32 years experience
Possible: I recommend that you take a home pregnancy test to be sure. Take care!
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Milan is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Milan is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Can it make me really sick. Putting vapor rub inside of me. Please help me. Thanks!
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! I appreciate the fast reply ill wait a week more before taking the tes
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank you! What should I do it its after hours, and no way to contact?

Education & Training

Medical/Graduate school

Univ anahuac
Graduated 1991MD

Residency

CARNEY HOSPITAL

Awards

Thought Leader, Second Place, Massachusetts - Spring
2014
Top Doctor, Third Place, Massachusetts - Spring
2014
Top General Internist, Second Place, Massachusetts - Spring
2014
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