Jakarta – Question: Greetings Doc, I am a 27-year-old woman. There is neck pain on the left side that spreads to the side of the jaw up to the head. If you massage it a little, it actually hurts. As far as I remember, I have never sprained or hit myself, either on my neck … Read more
Jakarta – Question: Hello Doc, I am a 29 year old woman and am currently pregnant. Is it safe to continue having sex while pregnant? Is there any advice on what you should and shouldn’t do when having sex while you’re pregnant? GN (female, 29 years old) Answer: In general, having sex during early pregnancy … Read more
Jakarta – Question: For the past month, I have been taking melatonin medication because I always experience sleep disorders. If I continue taking this supplement like this, what are the side effects, doctor? Shanon (female, 28 years old) Answer: Inappropriate use of melatonin will cause side effects. Side effects of melatonin will occur with excessive … Read more
Jakarta – Question: Doc, since childhood my heart often beats without knowing the cause and happens suddenly. Sometimes this pounding heart is accompanied by a dark look and the body feels like it is floating. What do you think is the cause and is this condition dangerous? Bonita AZ (female, 24 years old) Answer: Palpitations … Read more
Jakarta – Question: Hello Doc, some time ago I checked the uric acid levels in my blood. It turns out the results show 12.5 points. Finally I was directed to an internist and given medicine. Can gout be cured with medication and do you have to take this medication for the rest of your life, … Read more
Jakarta – Question: Hello Doc, I want to ask about prickly heat. This feels itchy and annoying, especially on the back. Are there any tips for avoiding prickly heat and how to deal with it? Rubi Oktarini (female, 27 years old) Answer: Prickly heat (miliaria) is caused by blockage of the sweat gland ducts. To … Read more
Jakarta – Question: Doc, why do I sometimes feel pain in my lower abdomen on the right side and left side? Approximately, this is caused by what disease, Doc? Angeli PS (female, 19 years old) Answer: Abdominal pain can be caused by abnormalities in the organs inside the stomach. Lower abdominal pain may involve any … Read more