Question 1

what kind of doctor sees somebody for sialolithiasis?

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Sialolithiasis: Sialolithiasis is managed by an otolaryngologist (ent doctor).

Question 2

what is the treatment for sialolithiasis?

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Cialolithiasis: Stones in the salivary glands treatment depends on the size of the stones. For small stones, hydration, nsaids , moist heat & sucking on citrus fruit. For larger stones, surgical removal. Sometimes, to prevent infection, antibiotics are used.

Question 3

what do you recommend for sialolithiasis?

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Lemon candy: Parotid gland stones can be distressing, especially when the whole side of your face swells up. A good starting point is to suck on some sour lemon candy. The acidity in the candy is often enough to dissolve the stone. If you start showing any signs of infection (fever, local warmth, purulent discharge) then see your doc right away.

Question 4

what kind of doctor do you see for oab?

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Primary care : I would suggest starting with your primary care provider.  If unsuccessful then seek consultation with a specialist.

Question 5

what kind of doctor to see for kidney issues?

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Kidney doctor: Depending on one's problem, one would see either a nephrologist (N) or a urologist (U). A N deals with kidney diseases while a U deals with problems with urination due to obstruction or bladder problems. If you have hypertensive disease of the kidneys, a N would be your choice. If you have a big prostate or urinary stones, a U would be the physician you go to.

Question 6

what kind of doctor would i see for   pleurisy?

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Primary or lung dr. : Pleurisy may develop when you have lung inflammation due to infections such as pneumonia or tuberculosis. This inflammation also causes the sharp chest pain of pleurisy. The key to treatment is identification of the cause. If your primary physician is unable to identify or treat the cause, referral to a lung specialist is appropriate.

Question 7

what kind of doctor should i see about anxiety?

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Anxiety: Mental health professionals such as a counselor, psychologist or psychiatrist.

Question 8

what kind of doctor do you see for leukoplakia?

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Oral Surgeon: Unless you are referring to the mucosal surfaces of the urinary tract or genitals (then a urologist or gyn)  leukoplakia is merely a descriptive clinical term- not a truly diagnostic term - meaning white patch.  The causes of leukoplakia are numerous and range from benign and irritation-type issues, all the way to malignancy.  Best to have this examined and evaluated to see if it warrants a biopsy.

Question 9

what kind of doctor should i see to treat pupps?

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PUPPS: Are you are talking about pruritic utticarial papules and plaques of pregnancy?  If so, your obstetrician should be able to help you with this and discuss treatment options.

Question 10

what kind of doctor can i see about a hysteroscopy?

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OBGYN: A hysteroscopy is a procedure done by a gynecologist to visualize the inside of your uterus with a camera.  It can locate an iud or identify any structural abnormalities that can then be biopsied.  It is a relatively quick procedure that usually only takes about 30 minutes to an hour.

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