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Daily Health Tips: Causes Of Haemophilia

Q: Good morning Doc; what are causes of haemophilia?   A: Hallos. Thanks for writing in.   You take for granted the fact that when you have an injury, you may bleed but your body quickly acts to stop the … Continue reading →

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Grief: The Soul-Cry Of A Grieving Mother (Part 2)

Dear all, thanks a lot for all your kind words to Mrs M as she deals with this great loss. Here’s the second installment of her story which was sent in last week: Yesterday, was one of the toughest days … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: My Baby Has The Flu!

Q: Hello mum my two weeks old babe has flu what do I do?   A: Hello you! The post below should answer your question too.   Q: Please ma’am, my baby is 3 weeks old. I was induced and … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Can A Uterus Be Replaced If It Had Been Removed?

Q: Dr I want to know something: What if a woman has removed her uterus? Is it possible to replace with another one?   A: Well, theoretically, it is possible. A lot of work: research with animals etc has been … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Does Excessive Water Intake Put Strain On The Kidneys?

Q: Excessive drinking water can cause stain on your kidneys; is it true?   A: Thanks for writing in. I’m not quite sure I get your question but I assume you meant to ask whether drinking excessive amounts of water … Continue reading →

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Grief: The Soul-Cry Of A Grieving Mum (Part 1)

Last week, I received a call from a friend who told me about a lady who had lost her baby. She was distraught and he figured she needed some help to tide her over this period. Immediately, my mother side … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: I Get Too Wet!

Q: Ma’am, what could be the cause of over-wet vagina before sex. During the period of having sex the vagina is already too watery. A: Well, this certainly a case of different strokes for different folks! Some complain that they … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Should A Pregnant Woman Continue With Folic Acid After The 1st Trimester?

Q: Ma’am, is it right for a pregnant woman who has passed twelve weeks to continue with folic acid because when I went for antenatal visit, the doctor didn’t give me the folic acid? I thought, maybe, he forgot, so … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: I don’t Know If I’m Pregnant

Q: Dr, I want to know if is possible for someone to get pregnant and still see period. My midwife says I am pregnant and I just saw my period, although I am seeing changes on my tommy and sometimes … Continue reading →

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Daily Health Tips: Why Do I Like Eating Sand And Ice Cubes?

Q: Dear Dr I was eating soil and then I change to eating ice. Now I can’t control urine. I’m always wet. I use pant liner. My question is, what are those things can cause these?   A: Hmm! Could … Continue reading →

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