Dr. Georges Karam
Psychiatry
Can i keep on taking zoloft during pregnancy? Does it have any bad effect on the baby? Thank u
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- Yes you can especially if you are at high risk of relapse. Studies have shown very low risk on the fetus from zoloft. Good luck!
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I am a bipolar disorder patient. I upgraded my quetiapine from 150mg to 200. Now i face headache, shaking n heart beat fst. Wht should I do?
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- These are potential side effects of quetiapine. You must consult your psychiatrist so he/she changes your medication. Good luck!
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After I pee most of the quantity, and I feel that it's over I notice that urine still get out but I can't control to hold it ... what is ur advice?
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- You need to consult a urologist. It can be easily taken care of. Good luck!
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Ginkgo biloba or ginseng? What is better of use for memory enhancement and as an energy source? With less side effects .
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- Ginkgo biloba. However newer studies are showing that probably both are not very effective. The best would be to exercise regularly, 4-5 times per week. Good luck!
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Hello, how can we treat Irritable Bowel Syndrome? I travel a lot and I always get constipated. Thanks
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- Diet and low dose medications (tofranil or tryptizole) can solve it. You must consult your doctor first though. Good luck!
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What doctor should i visit if am having problems and some symptoms after i did sex ?? Thanks in advanced
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- You need to consult a urologist. Good luck!
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Hello, I have read that masturbation has a negative influence on our brains, being able to even damage them. Would you tell me is it a true?
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- This is definitely NOT true. Masturbation is a normal act that every person engages in, even children masturbate. Now if you are doing it multiple times per day, then it means that you are addicted to... Read More
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Psychology Why do i feel like i dont deserve to be happy?
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- Most probably you have depression that is causing you to feel that way. Depression affects 15% of people however it is easily treatable. It is advisable that you consult a psychologist or a psychiatri... Read More
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Hello, lately whenever I get angery or upset my stomach would start hurting a lot. It doesnt hurt all the time only when i get upset. Is it an ulcer?
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- No this is not ulcer. It is related to stress. When your body is stressed, it can react that way. Some people have stomach pain, others headaches, shoulder pain, neck pain, etc.I recommend you start e... Read More
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Does anxiety cause burn sensation in legs and weakness in both legs and arms? ps: EMG test and MRI brain are normal (test done in Month 8-2015).thanks
Dr. Georges Karam,
Psychiatry
- Yes it is possible especially if you are having a panic attack (increased heart rate, fear, shortness of breath, feeling like you are loosing control, etc).Anxiety is very easily treated. There are se... Read More
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About Dr. Georges Karam
Graduated as an MD from St. George's School of Medicine
Based in
Beirut, Lebanon
