Doctor Q&A for Dr. Carmen Barnes

A 49-year-old member asked:

Please explain why does alcohol cause you to sweat excessively the next day?

Integrative Medicine 15 years experience

Alcohol consumption: Alcohol is a chemical substance that can cause vasodilation, or the widening of blood vessels. When blood vessels near the skin dilate or enlarge the ... Read More

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A 18-year-old female asked:

Been on nexplanon over 1 year, taking cefalexin for paronychia.no condoms w husband been having sex should i worry antibiotic makes it less effective?

Dr. Carmen Barnesanswered

Integrative Medicine 15 years experience

Drug interaction: No, you should not worry. Some antibiotics can decrease the efficacy of oral birth control pills. This happens due to interaction of the antibiotic wi... Read More

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