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My Period Has Disappeared…Will I Ever Have A Baby?

Doctor, my period only comes once every 3 months. Will I ever be able to have children? This is one of the most common fears women with polycystic ovaries (PCOS) face. When your period disappears for months at a time, … Continue reading

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Doctor, Will My Baby Ever Talk?!

In babies with tongue tie, there’s a tight piece of skin holding the tongue down from the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth. This is also called ankyloglossia and could affect baby’s ability to latch on … Continue reading

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5 Germiest Things in Your Home You’re Forgetting to Clean!

Did you know your kitchen sponge may contain more bacteria than your toilet seat? In this quick health explainer, Dr. Ketch reveals the hidden germ hotspots in your home that most people overlook every day. From kitchen sponges and TV … Continue reading

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That Pain In Your Breast May Not Mean Cancer.

Your breast hurts. Your mind immediately goes to cancer. But what if that’s not the most likely cause? Most breast pain is NOT cancer. Common causes include:Hormonal changes before your periodBreastfeeding-related infections (mastitis)Breast abscessesCertain medicationsNon-cancerous breast lumps See a doctor … Continue reading

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Itching That is Triggered By A Bath!

Q: Doc good evening. Please what is the remedy for body itching after bathing? A: Thanks for your question. It is important to ensure that your bathroom is clean, the towels frequently washed and your sponge clean. However, the cause … Continue reading

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When Does A ‘Normal’ Pregnancy Headache Become A Medical Emergency?

Last week Friday, 22nd of May 2026 was World Preeclampsia Day. Q: Please Doc, what can be the cause of preeclampsia in pregnancy and how can one stop or avoid it for subsequent pregnancies? A: Preeclampsia is a complication of … Continue reading

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World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026!

Why should your period be a “secret” you feel you have to hide? Today is World Menstrual Hygiene Day. I’ve always wondered about people who snigger behind their hands whenever they see a girl/lady with period stains. There is nothing … Continue reading

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That Forever Catarrh Has A Name And A Treatment!

Q: Please what drugs can be used to cure nasal polyps in adults and children? A: A nasal polyp is a painless small growth in the nostrils with a stalk protruding from a surface. Though harmless, they can keep growing … Continue reading

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Emergency Contraceptive In A Breastfeeding Mum – Yes or No?

Q: Good evening doctor. Please I want to ask, can a breastfeeding (exclusive) mother take emergency contraceptive ? A: Well, a breastfeeding mother should definitely not be taking any medication without speaking to her doctor. That’s for sure! 😀 This … Continue reading

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Doctor, Anytime I Eat Beans, My Stomach Starts A Protest!

Q: Hello my great doc! I know that beans is good for the body but I’m scared eating of beans because anytime I eat beans my belly troubles me for 3 days. I do go to toilet just to gas … Continue reading

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