Monthly Archives: May 2016

Q: Dr please I am having a problem. My throat hurts. If I force myself I will see something like blood. What should I do?   A: Pain or irritation in the throat which may worsen when you swallow, is … Continue reading →

The first-ever guidelines for preventing stroke in women don’t fool around. They offer ways to prevent this disabling and potentially deadly event from adolescence to old age. Source: New guidelines aim to help women prevent stroke

Q: Ma’am, I am on (implanon) birth control and have been bleeding since then. I would like to know how long it takes for the bleeding to stop and I have been having vaginal discomfort (itching). What can I take? … Continue reading →

Q: Good evening Dr. Please do you have any suggestion of treatment for arthritis. My dad is having pains on his legs. He can’t move fast with it. We have been to the hospital and even done X-rays which confirm … Continue reading →

Q: Good evening Dr, I have a problem with my face. It is always oily. Please help me, what should I do?   A: Oil on the skin is not a bad idea…it makes your skin nice and supple, reduces … Continue reading →

There are many causes for vitamin B12 deficiency. Surprisingly, two of them are practices often undertaken to improve health: a vegetarian diet and weight-loss surgery. Source: Vitamin B12 deficiency can be sneaky, harmful

Q: Thank you doc. Please is taking tea bad? I am a mother of 4, I am in my early 40s & over weight. I have since reduced the quantity of my intakes but I love tea & of course … Continue reading →

Q: Please Doc, can a breast-feeding mother that hasn’t start menstruation use contraceptive pill? Also can she use it anytime of the day?   A: Well, a breastfeeding mother should definitely not be taking any medication without speaking to her … Continue reading →

Take a look at @KidsHealth’s Tweet: https://twitter.com/KidsHealth/status/731519541386301441?s=09

Have you heard those amazing, mind boggling myths that people repeat about pregnancy?   Advice Pregnant women should eat native clay called nzu in Ibo. This helps wash unborn baby’s body so that when born the baby is very clean. … Continue reading →