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Stop Buying Shoes That Hurt!

Posted on June 21, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Have you ever bought shoes and then found later that they appear quite tight…and despite everything the salesperson had told you about how the shoes will ‘expand’, it’s just not happening? (Side note – If they don’t fit in the … Continue reading →

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Love Should Not Be Blind!

Posted on June 20, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Today is World Sickle Cell Day. To commemorate this, I share an earlier post I had made on Sickle Cell Disease. Enjoy…. Did you enjoy reading Mills and Boon and all about falling in love in those good old days? … Continue reading →

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How Soon Is Too Soon For Baby Number 2?

Posted on June 19, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Did you know that getting pregnant too soon after a baby can increase the risk of premature birth and low birth weight? Many parents focus on ‘when they want another child’, but few consider whether the mother’s body has had … Continue reading →

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“Your Heart Knows How Many Energy Drinks You Had This Week…Even If You Don’t!

Posted on June 19, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

I haven’t slept for 3 days, but this energy drink will help me finish the job. Will it? Maybe. But your body is keeping score. Most people think energy drinks and coffee simply help them stay awake. What many don’t … Continue reading →

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That Painful Finger Boil May Not Be A Boil. It Could Be Herpes!

Posted on June 17, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Doctor, I have a painful blister around my fingernail. Is it just a boil? Not always. Sometimes that swollen, throbbing finger isn’t caused by bacteria at all – it may be caused by the same virus responsible for cold sores … Continue reading →

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My Baby Feeds All Night…Is This Okay?

Posted on June 16, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

12 am – 4 am…and the baby still wants to feed?! Q: Good morning, Doctor. My wife is doing exclusive breast feeding but my daughter sucks intensively, an average of 14hrs everyday…she could suck from 12am to 4am sometimes, making … Continue reading →

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True Or False? Drinking Stout Helps You Replace The Blood You Donated.

Posted on June 15, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

How many of us grew up hearing this? Donate blood. Drink a bottle of stout to get your blood back. Sounds logical…except that’s not how the human body works. In fact, alcohol is one of the things you should avoid … Continue reading →

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Can You Tell You’re Having Twins Before An Ultrasound?

Posted on June 14, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Many women think they can. Maybe the morning sickness feels worse. Maybe the tummy seems bigger than expected. Maybe there’s a strong family history of twins. But which signs actually mean something and which ones can be misleading? Read! Q: … Continue reading →

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Doctor, Is Smoked Goat Cheese Safe During Pregnancy?

Posted on June 10, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Would you stop eating a food you love if it could increase the risk of miscarriage or stillbirth? That’s why certain cheeses are best avoided during pregnancy. The concern isn’t the cheese itself. It’s a bacteria called Listeria. Here’s what … Continue reading →

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Can Men Grow Breasts?

Posted on June 8, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Surprisingly, yes. Hormonal changes can cause breast tissue to enlarge in boys and men, sometimes affecting just one side. But how do you know when it’s harmless and when it needs medical attention? Read the post below! Q: Hello once … Continue reading →

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