Tag Archives: health

Expired… Or Not?

Posted on June 25, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Your blood tablets expire in 2 months. Do you: A. Throw them away immediately?B. Keep taking them?C. You’re not even sure what the expiry date means? If you’re like most people, you’ve probably done at least one of these. Many … Continue reading →

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Why Are Your Eyes Looking Tired?

Posted on June 23, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

I sleep well every night, so why do I still have dark circles under my eyes? Most people immediately blame lack of sleep. But dark circles can be caused by much more than burning the candle at both ends.Allergies.Sun exposure.Frequent … 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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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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Your Hiccups Could Be Trying To Tell You Something!

Posted on June 4, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Q: Hello Doctor my dad is having hiccups and it’s really irritating because he can’t eat even if he drinks water it doesn’t stop. We went to different hospitals, no help. What can be the cause and its treatment? A: … Continue reading →

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

Posted on May 30, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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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That Forever Catarrh Has A Name And A Treatment!

Posted on May 28, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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?

Posted on May 27, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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!

Posted on May 25, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

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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