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Richard Gould
Bronxville, NY
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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.
ADHD and Autism
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Hep C Tests: To be sure, you should have a Viral Load blood test if it was not done.
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Speaking: Whether or not you will regain speech has a lot to do with the reason you lost it. If you lost it from a stroke, it can take 6 months or longer to reg... Read More
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Yes: Other symptoms of IBS are bloating, constipation and/or diarrhea. Everyone's experience with IBS can be unique.
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Tylenol (acetaminophen) + Hep C: You should limit use to no more than 2000 mgs per day. Ideally, try not to use it.
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Hep C Rx: 2 new oral medications. Simepravir and Sofosvuvir.
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Ignore: Do apply an ice pack if it is a recent injury.
Don't over use the muscle.
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Hep C Rx: Treatment options include:
Direct antiviral agents (DAA's). DAA's are a group of different antiviral agents taken orally for a much shorter period of... Read More
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Constipation : Most importantly, drink plenty of fluids. At least 6 to 8 glasses of water a day is recommended. Add fiber to your diet such as bran, prunes and veget... Read More
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Highly Unlikely: It is HIGHLY unlikely that your constipation has anything to do with the absorption of Prozac (fluoxetine).
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Probably Not: Irritable Bowel Syndrome does not cause fever. If you have a fever, something else is probably going on. If your fever continues you should see your d... Read More
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Irritable Bowel: IBS is a troublesome but not a life threatening condition. You can't always predict when or why you'll have symptoms but there are a few things you c... Read More
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Constipation : Most importantly, drink plenty of fluids. At least 6 to 8 glasses of water a day is recommended. Add fiber to your diet such as bran, prunes and veget... Read More
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IBS: There is really no specific test for irritable bowel syndrome at this time. It is a diagnosis of exclusion. In-other-words, you have certain symptoms ... Read More
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Drink More Fluids: Most people don't drink nearly enough fluids. Drink water enhanced with electrolytes like Smart Water or Pedialyte. NOT Gatorade. Too much sugar!... Read More
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Sensory Rooms: "A sensory room is a place where children can use multi-sensory experiences to explore, to calm themselves, and to practice important social skills. T... Read More
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FLUIDS&FIBER: Drink plenty of fluids but avoid coffee, tea, and soda. They are dehydrating. Eat plenty of high fiber food such as fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts. E... Read More
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Yes: Your positive ASCA is suggestive but not diagnostic of Crohn's. But because you have diarrhea, weight loss and fatigue, you should be evaluated furth... Read More
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Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) + Anorexia: I believe Adderall (dextroamphetamine and racemic amphetamine) is actually NOT recommended for people with eating disorders.
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Irritable Bowel: IBS is a troublesome but not a life threatening condition. You can't always predict when or why you'll have symptoms but there are a few things you c... Read More
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Hep C: Most Hep C is caused by blood exchange such as transfusions or contaminated needles (IV drug use). Infection through mucous membranes can occur but is... Read More
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Contracting Hep C: Hepatitis C can be contracted by:
Blood transfusions, IV drug use, vertical transmission ( mother to child), sexual exposure, tattooing, Cocaine intr... Read More
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Pregnancy & Hep C: Yes, woman can and do get pregnant with Hep C.
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"Morning Sickness": No need to worry. Not everyone gets "Morning sickness", the nausea associated with early pregnancy.
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IBS: There is really no specific test for irritable bowel syndrome at this time. It is a diagnosis of exclusion. In-other-words, you have certain symptoms ... Read More
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Yes but...: Your symptoms could absolutely be from IBS but it is prudent to he checked by a gastroenterologist. Your symptoms might be dietary. The solution could... Read More
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ADHD Remedies: Most natural remedies are dietary. Eliminating processed food especially foods with artificial color, wheat, chocolate and dairy. Biofeedback, relaxat... Read More
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FIBER: Increasing fiber in your diet along with increase in fluids is the first line of treatment for constipation during pregnancy. Bran (all grains), prune... Read More
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Ignore: Low fat food tend to have more sugar or other additives. Stick to foods that are naturally low fat.
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Anal Fissure: An anal fissure does not cause dryness but can be caused by excessive dryness. Desitin (zinc oxide diaper cream) can help w/ dryness but is unlikely t... Read More
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Exercise Helps..: Exercise helps keep everything moving, including your bowel. It may not actually relieve constipation (although it might), but it will help if you are... Read More
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Ignore: Cutting back on your salt intake can help with symptoms.
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Bright Red Blood: While it might be hemorrhoids, if the condition continues, you should be evaluated for other diseases by a gastroenterologist.
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Sensory Rooms: A sensory room is a place where children use multi-sensory experiences to explore, to calm themselves, and to practice important social skills. There ... Read More
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Possible Colitis: If the condition continues, you should see a gastroenterologist. At your age, the concern would be colitis. Other possibilities are a rectal fissure (... Read More
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Yes: Yes, studies have shown this class of medication can help with IBS but before you start a medication that has side effects there are a few things you ... Read More
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Yes: Depending on the genotype, the cure rate can be over 90%. New medications make treatment easier and the results better.
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Contracting Hep C: Hepatitis C can be contracted by:
Blood transfusions, IV drug use, vertical transmission ( mother to child), sexual exposure, tattooing, Cocaine intr... Read More
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Hep C Rx: Treatment options include:
Observation, Interferon and Ribaviron and direct antiviral agents (DAA's). DAA's are a group of different antiviral agents... Read More
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IBS: There is really no specific test for irritable bowel syndrome at this time. It is a diagnosis of exclusion. In-other-words, you have certain symptoms ... Read More
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Understanding AS: Overall, people with AS are capable of functioning in everyday life, but tend to be somewhat socially immature, relate better to adults than peers, an... Read More
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Gould is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Gould is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank you very much, I'll book an appointment ASAP. Have a lovely day
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank you I'm scheduled for a colonoscopy.
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