Dr. Vincent Rizzo

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I want to stop taking Qvar and Flonase do I need to wean off of them? If so how would I do that? In brief: In general

your do not need to weaned off nasal / inhaled steroids.

the levels of systemic absorption is usually minimal and therefore your Adrenal glands will do just fine without them. However, in advance, you should always tell your Doctor when you are getting off medications however. ...See more

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I want to stop taking Qvar and Flonase do I need to wean off of them? If so how would I do that? In brief: Medication

they are not necessary to wean off, but I would recommend only stopping one at a time.

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Can you please tell me what these test are for thank you? In brief: Which

I am unsure to which tests you are referring to.

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If I have unprotected sex two days before my ovulation day and the day after ovulation can I be pregnant? three negative pregnancy test In brief: Possibly

that is the right time to get pregnant, but the tests might not be pregnant yet.

it depends on how long ago it occurred.

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I have an irregular period and lately I've been more tired and I don't eat as much. Also I've had stomach gurgles and breast soreness. Am I pregnant? In brief: Your age

it is not likely at 10 years old.

I would recommend speaking about this with a parent or physician.

BREAST PAIN MENSTRUAL CRAMPS (DYSMENORRHEA) IRREGULAR PERIODS IRREGULAR MENSTRUATION PREGNANT FEMALE HEALTH PREGNANCY

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Dr. Vincent Rizzo answered:

I have done MV repair in 2011. What is the target heart rate after MV repair? In brief: Resting HR

A target resting heart rate for you should be between 60-80.

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Went to the ER about a stabbing pain in my left rib and shoulder as well as flank pain. My stomach aparently isnt emptying at all! what causes this? In brief: Gastroparesis

Gastroparesis is commonly caused by diabetes, but can have a multitude of other causes.

I would recommend going to see a gastroenterologist.

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Dr. Vincent Rizzo answered:

Why are one my 2nd toe (the one after the big toe) taller than my big toe? (On both feet) In brief: Normal

it is a normal genetic variation. no abnormality.

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I hit my forehead when i fell almost 2 months ago, didn't go to the doctors, never had problems except for a black eye for 2 wks, do I still need to go? In brief: No

if you are not experiencing symptoms, you no longer need to go.

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My nipples & breasts are sore. Never felt this pain before. I'm 25, no lumps, normal periods, pregnancy tests have been negative. What could it be??? In brief: Menstrual cycle

this may occur in your ovulation phase or right before your menses and would be considered normal.

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