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Duke Medicine

Duke Medicine
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888-275-3853
 

Organization website: http://www.dukehealth.org

About Us

Duke Medicine is one of the world’s leading academic health systems, with a mission to transform medicine locally and globally to improve health care for all. We are dedicated to bringing every patient we serve the benefits of the latest research in a caring, personalized environment. Learn about our top-ranked specialty and primary care services: dukehealth.org or 888-ASK-DUKE.

Featured

Andrew Berchuck, MD
Andrew Berchuck, MD
Andrew Berchuck, MD
Gynecologic Oncology
David Berkoff, MD
David Berkoff, MD
David Berkoff, MD
Sports Medicine
Blake Boggess, DO
Blake Boggess, DO
Blake Boggess, DO
Sports Medicine
Michael P. Bolognesi, MD
Michael P. Bolognesi, MD
Michael P. Bolognesi, MD
Orthopaedics
Timothy A. Collins, MD
Timothy A. Collins, MD
Timothy A. Collins, MD
Neurology
Robert A. Harrington, MD
Robert A. Harrington, MD
Robert A. Harrington, MD
Cardiology
Aatif M. Husain, MD
Aatif M. Husain, MD
Aatif M. Husain, MD
Sleep Disorders
Joe T. Minchew, MD
Joe T. Minchew, MD
Joe T. Minchew, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
Judd W. Moul, MD
Judd W. Moul, MD
Judd W. Moul, MD
Prostate Oncology
Christopher O'Connor, MD
Christopher O'Connor, MD
Christopher O'Connor, MD
Cardiology
Rodney A. Radtke, MD
Rodney A. Radtke, MD
Rodney A. Radtke, MD
Neurology
Mark A. Stacy, MD
Mark A. Stacy, MD
Mark A. Stacy, MD
Parkinson's Disease
Hope Uronis, MD, MHS
Hope Uronis, MD, MHS
Hope Uronis, MD, MHS
Gastrointestinal Oncology
 

Questions & Answers

Q. A friend, who is a collegiate distance runner, has had her second femoral stress fracture. What could be the cause?
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David Berkoff, MD
Expert
These are related to overuse, hormonal and nutritional problems. These are not uncommon in young females who are overtraining. Her doc needs to...
Q. My fiance has an allergic reaction to metals (gold, silver etc.) What kind of wedding band will he be able to wear?
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Gregory M. Metz, MD
Expert
Sometimes patients have reactions when water gets under rings or watches but not if they stay dry. A dermatologist could perform patch testing to...
Q. My daughter sprayed bug spray near my bedroom. That night, I woke up, unable to breathe. Why did that happen?
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Gregory M. Metz, MD
Expert
Strong odors from perfumes, aerosols and particulates can all be irritants that trigger asthma attacks.
Q. I am 52 and have just been diagnosed with Parkinson's. How long can a person work before the symptoms get too bad?
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Mark A. Stacy, MD
Expert
When still working at the Muhammad Ali Center about 10 years ago, I asked one of my fellows, Dr. Holly Shill, to look at our PD population change...
Q. My breathing (asthma) has sharply worsened since an office renovation. What is the recommended treatment?
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Gregory M. Metz, MD
Expert
Strong odors from new paint and particulates from construction dust can irritate the airway leading to an increase in symptoms. Patients sometimes...
Q. I live in a hot climate and cannot breathe when doing any exercise outside any more. Is this asthma?
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Gregory M. Metz, MD
Expert
I encourage you to see your doctor so you can explain all of these symptoms and be examined. Your doctor can then determine what additional tests are...
Q. I had strong allergic reactions twice after eating shellfish and then fish when I was physically active. Why is that?
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Gregory M. Metz, MD
Expert
I recommend that you see an allergist to fully evaluate these episodes. Bring with you a list of all foods consumed on the days that you experienced...
Q. Despite three medications, my son has horrible allergy symptoms. Are allergy drops as effective as shots?
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Gregory M. Metz, MD
Expert
Allergy drops are more commonly used in Europe than in the United States. The allergy drop method is currently being investigated particularly for...
Q. My son's allergy test RAST score was 642. He is allergic to dogs, cats, and dust mites. Should I get rid of the dog?
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Gregory M. Metz, MD
Expert
Typically, the recommendation for dust mite and pet allergy is decreasing exposure. For dust mites, this would include washing the sheets in hot...
Q. My wife pulled both calf muscles in a triathlon 3 weeks ago. One of her calves still hurts. What should she do?
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Blake Boggess, DO
Expert
If it has been three weeks, you should probably get this checked out by your physician. Simple strains and sprains usually get better in three to...
Q. While playing baseball, I was struck just above the knot in my ankle. Could there be a hairline fracture?
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Blake Boggess, DO
Expert
It may be a non-displaced fracture that could be seen on plain X-ray. You can get this at your local physician's office. If the X-ray is normal, you...
Q. I have tendonitis in one of my knees, which causes pain when doing jumping exercises. Can supplements reduce the pain?
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Blake Boggess, DO
Expert
There are not any supplement that have been shown to reliably treat tendonitis. There are braces, NSAIDS, topical anti-inflammatories, physical...
Q. A year ago, I heard what sounded like a rip in my right arm while lifting weights. Is it too late for surgical repair?
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Blake Boggess, DO
Expert
It is difficult to tell if it is too late for a repair, without an MRI. Sometimes when tendons tear, they retract and make it difficult to repair.
Q. How should my 15-year-old son (5'11", 220 lbs) be eating, particularly before his football games and lacrosse games?
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David Berkoff, MD
Expert
Overall weight will depend on his position on the field. If he has hoped to be on the O-line, then he may be small. If he is a quarterback, he may be...
Q. I have no trouble falling asleep. But, I wake up between 15-20 times a night. Do I need to undergo a sleep study?
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Aatif M. Husain, MD
Expert
Having difficulty maintaining sleep is a very common problem; you are definitely not alone! Insomnia, in all its forms, is the commonest sleep...
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