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My philosophy in medicine has always been "Service with Care and Compassion". As a physician, I function as an advocate and teacher for my patients, to help them make the right choices and decisions in their health care. Ultimately I assist my patients to attain a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle.
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Internal Medicine
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A 53-year-old female asked:
Dr. Stanley Linganswered
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Probably not...: Drinking moderate amount of water more likely fills the stomach up and indirectly causes a decrease in appetite and probably the reason why you are lo... Read More
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A 42-year-old male asked:
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Ebola: Avoid areas with an Ebola outbreak. This virus is not air borne so less chance of spreading . Check out the cdc website for more info.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Headaches: If this is the worst headache that you have experienced .. then you may need to see your doctor. Otherwise most headaches are either tension type head... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Test results: Best way to find out is to get a blood test for pregnancy.
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A 17-year-old male asked:
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Ache: If you have a fever with coughing spells, you may need to see a doctor as this pains may represent in infection in you lung or pleura. Otherwise, it ... Read More
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A 21-year-old female asked:
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Bathroom break: It depends on the amount of fluid that you drink before bedtime. More fluids, will cause more visits to the bathroom. Bladder infections may also cau... Read More
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A female asked:
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White spots: These may be vitiligo spots or a type of fungal infection called tinea versicolor. Need to have your physician take a look at it as there are differen... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Eating: Are you taking any medications that may be enhancing your appetite? Otherwise would check some labs to determine hormone levels. Talk to your physicia... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Harm: It is usually not a good idea to put anything into the anal region. The tissue around that area is very sensitive and any objects placed in the area m... Read More
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A 33-year-old female asked:
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Pop: Sounds like you may have torn a muscle or tendon. If there is bruising or swelling, you should start icing it. If the pain persist for a day or two, s... Read More
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A 26-year-old male asked:
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Stress reaction : Your symptoms may be related to a heart issue but due to your age and unknown other medical history, this is less likely. There are also many other ca... Read More
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A 39-year-old male asked:
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Probably not: Alcohol should not cause immune problems unless you over do it and have alcoholic cirrhosis. Alcohol ingestion about 5to 10oz should be fine.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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See your doctor: At this stage any pain belly would be of concern. Call your doctor immediately !
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A 50-year-old male asked:
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BP: Your Bp is still within the normal limits. It may be a little elevated from a little more fluid than usual. In any event I would continue to monitor i... Read More
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A 32-year-old male asked:
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Chest pains: Any chest pains is always a concern. I would consult a physician to make sure that this is not a heart issue.
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Many Possibilities: Under the clavicle you have muscles, lymph nodes, the lung and the pleura (lung Covering). So anything that may affect these parts may cause discomfor... Read More
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A 16-year-old male asked:
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Itching: Yes it can.. but usually temporary until your anxiety if under better control. However there are several causes of itching can be determine by your do... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
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STD: Having an STD by itself does not increase your risk of HIV. But the action or behavior in which you acquired your STD will. HIV is acquired through un... Read More
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A 29-year-old female asked:
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Blood vessel: Not sure... i would obtain a mammogram if there is a concern for a mass. This would be more accurate.
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A 35-year-old male asked:
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Local: If the cyst is small then even a local anesthesia would work.
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A 61-year-old female asked:
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Non specific: Problem with ANA test is that it is very sensitive but not specific. You will need more testing from your MD to sort out the diagnosis before a progno... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Heart: You may be experiencing anxiety or possibly irregular heart beats. Try not to drink caffeinated drinks before bed and if this persist visit your physi... Read More
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Period: Are you due for your period now? If so, it is probable that you are on your cycle. Otherwise I would suggest obtaining a pregnancy test to confirm.
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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Dizzy: Sounds like you may have picked up a virus. How long has this been ongoing? Rest and hydration will probably help. Take some acetaminophen. See your d... Read More
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A 22-year-old male asked:
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Tinnitus: If it has been ongoing for many months, then chances are that it is going to be ongoing. If it just occurred... then you need to see your physician to... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Sterile: urine is usually sterile and there should not be any bacteria in it unless there is an infection. so u probably will not get a vaginal infection.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Weight: Are you taking prednisone? if so ... yes but minimal weight gain.
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Heart rate: While the changes in the heart rate is impressive, would not jump to the conclusion that this is POTS. There is usually some changes when one changes ... Read More
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Diet: Definitely stay on the diet low on purines. Check online for purine rich foods. The homeopathic medication that you are taking may just be a pain medi... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Heart beat: It can... But the more important question is why and what type of heart rhythm do you have. For that you will need to see your physician and he will p... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
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Stains: Without looking at it.. it will be difficult to determine at this point. Have your physician exam it.
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Spotting: This may be normal. Would continue monitor and if persistent you will need to visit you OB.
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Fibroscan: Liver biospy is the gold standard to diagnose liver issues. Fibroscan is a good alternative to screen for any liver fibrosis which may indicate liver ... Read More
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Bleeding: The brown color is likely old blood. May also indicate that you are having a period. Burning sensation is a little concerning as this may mean either ... Read More
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Nostril: If you have been scratching the nose you have got it infected. That would explain the lymph node. See your doctor for an anti biotic .
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A 25-year-old female asked:
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Bites: What made you think that these are bites . Were you out in the yard or did you see an insect bite you?
The skin lesion could be a dermatitis, an alle... Read More
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A 20-year-old male asked:
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Fair: The white cream that comes out of your face and nose is sebum, the natural oils on your face. In regards to becoming fair and "white", stay out of the... Read More
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Ankle: Sounds like you may have torn something in your ankle. The tingling may be due to nerve compression from the swelling itself. Will probably resolve wh... Read More
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Knee pains.: The knee is a complex joint with many components that can cause pain. The meniscus is a common cause of pain but other cause may include chondromalaci... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Headache: Headaches with stiff neck could signify a possible meningitis. If there is fever involved would recommend seeing your physician again.
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A 26-year-old female asked:
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Burning: You could have a bacterial infection. These infections would include sexually transmitted disease. They however are usually associated with a vaginal ... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Info: Probably need more info to answer your question. It could be a pinched nerve or even possible early shingles... Difficult to determine without more in... Read More
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A 19-year-old male asked:
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Tooth: Firstly not a good idea to smoke especially after oral surgery. Clot appearing black may be normal. If there is no redness or increased pains or even ... Read More
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A 34-year-old female asked:
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Stool: color of the stool usually and more commonly due to what you have eaten. Fatty liver does not cause stool color changes. I would be more concerned abo... Read More
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A 17-year-old male asked:
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Burping: Sounds like you may have irritable bowel syndrome especially with the bloating and passing gas. The shortness of breath may be a symptom of anxiety wh... Read More
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A 27-year-old female asked:
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Stomach: sounds like you may have gastritis with the abdominal pains and vomiting spells. having no fever is encouraging. Try an acid blocker that you can get ... Read More
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A 30-year-old male asked:
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No AAA from H. Pylor: H. Pylori causes gastric ulcers and gastritis. Probably not cause AAA and unlikely to cause irritable bowel syndrome. The pulsation to have is likely ... Read More
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A 57-year-old male asked:
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TSH: This indicate that your thyroid hormone is TOO HIGH. Please consult your doctor about re-dosing the medication.
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A 18-year-old female asked:
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Lump: It would be best to have that checked out as it could be a cyst or a small abscess. Call your doctor or an examination.
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A 40-year-old male asked:
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Unlikely: Unlikely... More likely a chest wall issue especially if it is related to a jarring motion.
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Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
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Dr. Ling is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Dr. Ling is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Can you send me your email ID or Facebook ID to start chat with you for my problem or send you my problem in detail. Reply me on my cell00923459533599
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica
Graduated 1991MD
Residency
Spokane Internal Medicine
Completed 1994
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American Board of Internal Medicine
American College of Physicians
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