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1	3	Mental Health	All of a sudden I have been having episodes of panic attacks who can help me understand the cause and how to prevent them	24	121	0.999996	The first question will be how sure you are that what you have is panic attack but moving on in a lot of cases the exact cause of the panic attack cant be isolated is there anything you notice that happens around the time you experience the attacks That could be a pointer to what might be triggering it Taking care if...	94	478	0.999998	1
1	3	Mental Health	All of a sudden I have been having episodes of panic attacks who can help me understand the cause and how to prevent them	24	121	0.999997	I hope thay was helpful	6	23	0.999996	2
1	3	Mental Health	All of a sudden I have been having episodes of panic attacks who can help me understand the cause and how to prevent them	24	121	0.999995	Still panicking I cant answer that without my annoymous status changing	14	71	0.999998	3
2	10	Dental Health	Is it a must to get a crown after my my root canal therapy	14	58	0.999997	Its compulsory but it advisable you do so In most cases integrity and structure of the remaining crown of the tooth is not as strong as what it was before the Root Canal Therapy was done getting a crown will help improve this and reduce the possibility of fracture of the remaining crown structure or failure of the trea...	61	330	0.999997	5
2	10	Dental Health	Is it a must to get a crown after my my root canal therapy	14	58	0.999998	I meant its NOT compulsory	5	26	0.999996	6
4	5	Infections	i have this whitish discharge and itch in my private part for the past 4 days I have used flagyl but it is still there what else can I use for it	34	145	0.999996	Hello Sorry about these symptoms From your description chances are that you have either a Candidal fungal infection or cervicitis bacterial infection Fortunately the treatment for both are short and cheap I hope you dont mind my asking one question which would help clarify further 1 Have you had unprotected intercou...	74	375	0.999996	8
4	5	Infections	i have this whitish discharge and itch in my private part for the past 4 days I have used flagyl but it is still there what else can I use for it	34	145	0.999994	In addition to the previous reply kindly note that for the Candidal infection you just need a single dose of Fluconazole 200mg For the cervicitis you will need to go for evaluation and tests to confirm the best drug to use	49	222	0.999995	9
5	10	Dental Health	i have a friend who has been battling with mouth odour for a while he brushes his teeth twice a day but nothing has improved kindly advice	28	138	0.999997	It is important that he visits a dentist to eliminate the other possible reasons for bad breath Things like gum disease tooth decay or mouth infections can also be reasons for bad breath	33	186	0.999998	10
3	8	Skin Care	I usually have this itch all over my body anytime usually after taking my bath I didnt just change creams or soap what can I do to stop it	31	139	0.999997	The recurrent itch could be aa a result of different things but there are cases of people reacting to the water used for bathing so it could be as a result of the water you use remedy could revolve around heating the water for bath adding dettol to the water scrubbing gently usage of moisturisers after bath these steps...	91	459	0.999997	7
6	1	General Health	My friend wants to gain weight and he eats a lot but cant Is there any medical treatment to help him gain weight	23	112	0.999997	The question will be why the friend wants to gain weight overall there is no special benefit from gaining weight except the person is presently underweight The person should calculate hisher BMI and compare to standards to know if the weight is appropriate With respect to gaining weight ill advise the person to not tak...	95	521	0.999996	15
8	8	Skin Care	How can i make my face smoother	7	31	0.999995	Hello If you have pimples you may need particular treatment in order to get rid of them For this youd have to go to a dermatology clinic in a hospital	36	152	0.999996	20
8	8	Skin Care	How can i make my face smoother	7	31	0.999998	Skin care especially for the face is something to take extra care on endeavour to keep your face quite clean wash it often warm water and mild soap works avoid harsh cosmetics for your face eat well including fruits and proteins and as the other answer showed if you are battling with difficult pimples do go to a derma...	65	351	0.999996	21
7	12	Women's Health	Pain is not unusual during my menstruation but theres a new dull pain at the right side of my lower abdomen that period and theres a hard tumour around that side that seems to only appear during menstruation along with pains just below my left breast	51	250	0.999995	If there is a new pain you were not having that has just begun and if you do feel a hard mass like you said my advice will be for you to go see a doctor for assessment some tests will be ordered to ascertain why you are having that mass and what it might be the results will influence the course of action to be taken P...	123	578	0.999998	18
5	10	Dental Health	i have a friend who has been battling with mouth odour for a while he brushes his teeth twice a day but nothing has improved kindly advice	28	138	0.999997	Hi there Mouth odour otherwise known as Halitosis can really be distressing and embarrassing so we perfectly understand what your friend is going through Bad breath is usually caused by poor oral hygiene you however mentioned your friend brushes twice daily It is safe to assume that he probably is getting his techniqu...	135	711	0.999996	11
7	12	Women's Health	Pain is not unusual during my menstruation but theres a new dull pain at the right side of my lower abdomen that period and theres a hard tumour around that side that seems to only appear during menstruation along with pains just below my left breast	51	250	0.999996	Thanks doc	2	10	0.857142	19
10	11	Sexual Health	If someone has unprotected sex and there was ejaculation is there anything that can be done to ensure the person does not get pregnant	25	134	0.999997	Hi there You can get an emergency contraceptive to prevent pregnancy options include the popular postpillpostinor which contains Levenogestrel this should be used within three days of the unprotected sexual intercourse Other options include Ulipristal acetate 30mg using an IUCD note this can be used within 5 days of u...	101	543	0.999999	27
11	4	Baby Care	My child is teething which drugs can I use to stop her from stooling	17	68	0.999997	Teething doesnt cause stooling if your child is stooling then the child must have eaten something or drunk something that infected the child In such cases buy ORS they are easily available at any pharmacy or chemist and give the child to replace any fluid lost If stool gets too frequent or she vomits along with it tak...	95	452	0.999997	29
11	4	Baby Care	My child is teething which drugs can I use to stop her from stooling	17	68	0.999997	Usually teething age is the exploratory age for toddlers and their number one tool for exploring is their mouth They tend to put a lot of dirty objects in their mouths at this period that coincides with thevtime the maternal immunity is wearing off too Their guns itch also at the period hence the need to put things in...	90	444	0.999998	30
12	12	Women's Health	How bad can occasional smoking be to a womans health	11	52	0.999998	Occasional light or social smoking though not as regular smoking still has attendant risks for anyone engaging in it Yes the risks are lower compared to regular smokers but it is still there risks of heart disease lung disease and other cancers women are not exempt and women who are occasional smokers are susceptible t...	121	653	0.999996	31
9	1	General Health	i feel I am short of blood and I feel weak once in a while I also have body pains what could be the cause what can I do	30	120	0.999998	I am at first curious by what short of blood means but in most cases i have heard it used people imply that they dont feel as strong as they expect so they indulge in the consumption of blood tonics which is not a totally reasonable thing to do Stress and fatigue can make you have these kind of feeling including body p...	148	724	0.999998	23
12	12	Women's Health	How bad can occasional smoking be to a womans health	11	52	0.999998	Oh well Thank you Dr Ayomide Joe	9	32	0.857139	32
8	8	Skin Care	How can i make my face smoother	7	31	0.999997	Your skin which includes that of your face is a reflection of your health and nutrition status That said sleep well eat right fruits and veggies one serving per meal stay hydrated and regular face washing will do the trick If you have a specific skin condition pls see a specialist	53	281	0.999998	22
6	1	General Health	My friend wants to gain weight and he eats a lot but cant Is there any medical treatment to help him gain weight	23	112	0.999997	Right said by Ayomide Another perspective is to define weight gain versus adding on subcutaneous fat Gym and body building exercises can help to increase muscle mass and bone density leading to overall weight gain This may be healthy But if your friend wants increased fat mass no benefits here at all	56	301	0.999994	16
12	12	Women's Health	How bad can occasional smoking be to a womans health	11	52	0.999997	Thank you Dr Joe In addition if you are battling with addiction to smoking there are systems to overcome addiction These include the use of nicotine containing chewing gums use of nicotine patches as well as behavioural therapy offered by a doctor	43	247	0.999997	33
9	1	General Health	i feel I am short of blood and I feel weak once in a while I also have body pains what could be the cause what can I do	30	120	0.999999	A friend of mine was feeling this way and after a blood test it was noted that shes anemic and placed on some medicines	26	119	0.999996	24
6	1	General Health	My friend wants to gain weight and he eats a lot but cant Is there any medical treatment to help him gain weight	23	112	0.999997	Im a real advocate for gyming and body building	10	47	0.999996	17
1	3	Mental Health	All of a sudden I have been having episodes of panic attacks who can help me understand the cause and how to prevent them	24	121	0.999996	First off it is completely natural to panic when you find yourself in a situation that is dangerous or stressful But if you find yourself panicking frequently for no apparent reason then you might be suffering from a panic disorder Panic attacks are sometimes triggered by certain memories or events in your life Other...	266	1,325	0.999997	4
9	1	General Health	i feel I am short of blood and I feel weak once in a while I also have body pains what could be the cause what can I do	30	120	0.999998	First off you cannot be sure that you are short of blood unless you can actually see a significant amount of blood leaving your body That said if you feel weak and you think it might be because you are short of blood Again you cannot know that for sure There are several other reasons that can explain the weakness you...	131	630	0.999996	26
13	4	Baby Care	My 9 month old son has passed watery stools thrice this morning He is eating and cheerful but Im worried What can i do	27	118	0.999995	Hi good morning I guess this stooling episode is not his usual pattern hence your worry In a situation like this the best course of action is to ensure he keeps eating and also you can buy ORS at any chemist and prepare as directed on the body of its package give him to drink anytime he passes stool once you ensire the...	144	706	0.999999	34
14	1	General Health	A severe migraine is worrying me I cant afford a hospital right now What can I do that will help	20	96	0.999997	Migraine is a medical diagnosis if you have been diagnosed of migraine then tou must have drugs whicu you have been placed on to use routinely or relieve the headaches but if you arw having this severe headache which paracetamol has failed to relieve you can try Naproxen or Ibuprofen i believe these will help In the lo...	112	542	0.999998	35
14	1	General Health	A severe migraine is worrying me I cant afford a hospital right now What can I do that will help	20	96	0.999997	The best line of action is to visit a doctor to confirm this diagnosis Also please note what your possible triggers are and the associated symptoms However until then please try to relax and you might consider taking some Ibuprofen	45	232	0.999997	36
14	1	General Health	A severe migraine is worrying me I cant afford a hospital right now What can I do that will help	20	96	0.999995	Nice answers	2	12	0.999994	37
15	10	Dental Health	I have had this severe pain on my tooth for almost a month now i have taken pain killers but the pain wont go away Any recommendation	27	133	0.999997	Usually when dental ache becomes recurrent it is an indication of advanced pulpitis You need to visit a dental clinic to treat the source of the infection	29	154	0.999996	38
15	10	Dental Health	I have had this severe pain on my tooth for almost a month now i have taken pain killers but the pain wont go away Any recommendation	27	133	0.999997	Like Dr Jephthah recommended its high time you saw a dentist for proper examination and treatment Theres a point where drug may not be very effective when it comes to dental pain	36	178	0.999995	39
16	1	General Health	I hear some people say that it is too much alcohol that is the problem what is the safe limit of alcohol that one can take daily in a week	31	139	0.999998	Hi so the safety limits for alcohol vary from place to place but a generally acceptable one is thay one shouldnt take more than 14 units of alcohol in a week Using a bottle of Heineken in Nigeria which is 33CL you shouldnt take more than 10 12 of it in a week It is best to speead this out though This is the same for...	104	435	0.999998	40
17	11	Sexual Health	Can a postinor someone took today immediately after sexstill work if d person have sex a day or 2 days after	24	108	0.999995	Yeah the possibility exists for it to work Postinor works when taken within 3 days of sexual exposure so it could still work but to be double sure one might try to take a pill after exposure especially if they are not immediate Another option is to just go for an injectable which lasts for months or a IUD	63	306	0.999998	41
18	11	Sexual Health	Can a precum get someone pregnant	7	33	0.999996	I do not understand what you mean by Precum but for pregnancy to occur sperm and ovum will meet The fluid that comes out before the ejaculation usually has no sperm at all and has been found not to lead to pregnancy Going further i would advise the use of condoms or an appropriate contraception withdrawal method is qu...	68	349	0.999998	42
18	11	Sexual Health	Can a precum get someone pregnant	7	33	0.999994	I was made to understand that precumpreejaculationcontains dead sperm cells and sometimes may contain sperm can it be able to fertilize an egg	30	142	0.999997	43
18	11	Sexual Health	Can a precum get someone pregnant	7	33	0.999996	Like i said earlier studies show that preejaculates rarely lead to pregnancy like you said they have dead sperms dead sperms and also live ones will be weak and not plenty enough to achieve the process needed To avoid stories that touch use a condom or emergency pill after Sexual exposure	57	289	0.999997	44
23	7	Drugs	I observed that chloroquine is not in pharmacies any reasons why Thats the only antimalaria drugs that works for me	27	116	0.999996	There was widespread resistance to chloroquine as a therapy for malaria it was stopped as the first line treatment for it and also in this present age usage of a single drug as a routine treatment for malaria is not advised pharmacies will stock what moves and is recommended Lonart which has 2 different drugs in one w...	78	413	0.999997	54
22	13	Pregnancy	Please how can i reduce heavy nausea at 7 weeks pregnancy Every smell makes me even more sick	18	93	0.999997	I can imagine how disturbing this episodes might be for you in a lot of cases pregnant women experience nausea and vomiting at about this period you have mentioned and in a lot of cases it fizzles after some weeks There are some things you can do to mitigate it try taking more rests identify the specific smells that tr...	93	488	0.999998	53
21	10	Dental Health	Hello so prior to my last question about my toothache i noticed it was actually a hole i had in my tooth If im unable to visit a dentist asap is there a risk of contacting an infection	40	184	0.999996	Yes the tooth can become infected and this may lead to a decay and complete loss of the tooth	19	93	0.999999	51
24	1	General Health	I have been feeling a light pain on my left shoulder Sometimes i feel it up my neck on the same side and down to my back What are the possible causes of this	34	157	0.999997	I will cautiously say this might be just a pain in your muscles could be occuring due to maybe your posture how you sit at work how you sleep or at times could just happen for no obvious reason Mostly the use of topical analgesic creams like Neurogesic could be helpful but you should also consider adjustments to your p...	94	484	0.999995	55
24	1	General Health	I have been feeling a light pain on my left shoulder Sometimes i feel it up my neck on the same side and down to my back What are the possible causes of this	34	157	0.999997	Thank you Ill look into these and see if there are any improvements	13	67	0.999996	56
25	13	Pregnancy	I am 37 weeks pregnant and I have been having this constant headache for about 2 days now I have used paracetamol but Im not feeling any better What could be the cause Could it be work stress or what	43	199	0.999997	Well it might be something it might be nothing and may fade in a few days but it will also be very good for you to go to the hospital to check your BP and also get checked to be sure all is well At 37 weeks your baby is ready i wish you a very safe delivery in view	60	265	0.999998	57
25	13	Pregnancy	I am 37 weeks pregnant and I have been having this constant headache for about 2 days now I have used paracetamol but Im not feeling any better What could be the cause Could it be work stress or what	43	199	0.999997	A constant headache during pregnancy especially at this late stage of yours isnt something I would take lightly Please contact your doctor have your blood preasure checked and possibly do a malaria test as well	39	211	0.999995	58
26	11	Sexual Health	How effective is a morning after pill if the girl was ovulating when she had sex	17	80	0.999997	Morning after pills prevent ovulation from occuring in most cases if ovulation had occurred before the pill is used then the pill wont have any effect in preventing the pregnancy from occuring There are other contraception methods that will work despite the occurrence of ovulation before their usage eg Intrauterine d...	61	326	0.999998	59
27	8	Skin Care	Hello Wellvis Id like to know if the presence of stretch marks on the body signify expansion of body mass	22	105	0.999998	Stretch marks usually appear when there is a rapid weight gain which leads to a stretch of the skin as against what might happen in an incremental weight gain that allows the skin to adjust So like you would like to know a new appearance of it will point towards weight gain but the best way to know if there is a change...	75	381	0.999997	60
28	1	General Health	Hello Wellvis I am really having a hard time battling the roaches in my wardrobe section Please do recommend an insect repellant or anything that can to put an end to this while protecting my clothes from stains or leavein odour	48	228	0.999998	Camphor balls are known to work effectively in keeping roaches away they wont spoil your clothes they might just leave a smell you wont like	27	140	0.999997	61
29	3	Mental Health	Ive graduated from school this year but have not gotten a job Im really depressed about that always thinking that am wasteful Please i really need help	28	151	0.999997	Hello there Feeling depressed while being jobless is a feeling a lot of people have had in the past and I do understand how you might be feeling some type of way about that However you have to understand that this is a feeling that will pass and you have to stay motivated to apply for jobs prepare for interviews an...	84	419	0.999999	62
29	3	Mental Health	Ive graduated from school this year but have not gotten a job Im really depressed about that always thinking that am wasteful Please i really need help	28	151	0.999999	Understand that your outlook is key to how you are able to navigate this period of your life You are not worthless you are only going through a tough time and I believe with perseverance and hard work you will be triumphant If however you are unable to find the strength you need please contact Mentally Aware Nigeri...	75	341	0.999997	63
30	13	Pregnancy	Hello Wellvis Thanks for the great job on here Id like to know if theres any such thing as a burst uterus and under what conditions such may occur	34	147	0.999996	I guess you are talking about ruptured uterus and it is a rare event The uterus is made up of a mass of muscles so depending on its state integrity and rate of contraction it could tear and this will be described as a rupture It can also happen in uterus that have been breached before due to ceaserean section	66	312	0.999995	64
31	11	Sexual Health	I wash my vagina almost everytime and i still get this bad odour whenever i have sex What can i use	23	99	0.999997	From your question I guess you either percieve there is a smell during intercourse or your sexual partner complains The truth is the vagina has a particular smell and yes it shouldnt be foul but this will occur as a result of an infection most likely and along with this there will be discharge Washing the vagina also ...	94	480	0.999998	67
31	11	Sexual Health	I wash my vagina almost everytime and i still get this bad odour whenever i have sex What can i use	23	99	0.999997	And also condoms have a particular smell so what you are smelling mig6ut actually be the condom So my guess is its not an odour from your vagina per se If you perceive odour having a discharge and there is itch then to go see a doctor for evaluation and appropriate management NB responses in threads are not anonymous...	83	401	0.999998	68
30	13	Pregnancy	Hello Wellvis Thanks for the great job on here Id like to know if theres any such thing as a burst uterus and under what conditions such may occur	34	147	0.999997	Wowscary Thanks Dr Ayo One more please can contractions arising from severe menstrual cramps or PMS lead to a ruptured uterus	32	127	0.999998	65
30	13	Pregnancy	Hello Wellvis Thanks for the great job on here Id like to know if theres any such thing as a burst uterus and under what conditions such may occur	34	147	0.999997	This is very unlikely I have never seen nor read of such causing a uterine rupture	17	82	0.999995	66
20	1	General Health	hello wellvis I usually have stomach aches once in a while and when I have them I will need to lay down on the floor or on the bed before they subside Any advice that will be given be very much appreciated Thank you	47	215	0.999997	Hi good evening I will like to know the pattern of this stomach ache and what seems to trigger them How frequently they occur and what you might have used for it in the past Recurrent stomach aches could be due to different reasons one of the commonest around here is the usual ulcer and while it is quite discomfortin...	95	472	0.999998	46
19	7	Drugs	Pls is this paracetamol certified okay I cant go to get the normal one The name on it is health essentials	25	106	0.999999	Quite difficult to say from the name if a brand of paracetamol is genuine i do know that Paracetamol is quite common and a lot of companies delve into making them If you are not reassured it will be best to go for a brand you recognise and purchased at a place where you trust their wares Thanks	66	296	0.999997	45
20	1	General Health	hello wellvis I usually have stomach aches once in a while and when I have them I will need to lay down on the floor or on the bed before they subside Any advice that will be given be very much appreciated Thank you	47	215	0.999995	Thank you for your answer It usually occurs once in 3 weeks or even a month It has no specific time of occurrence but I noticed it happens most times after I have had a meal 30mins or one hour before	42	199	0.999998	47
20	1	General Health	hello wellvis I usually have stomach aches once in a while and when I have them I will need to lay down on the floor or on the bed before they subside Any advice that will be given be very much appreciated Thank you	47	215	0.999998	It could be just an irregular upset that has no far reaching consequences it could also be a case of the usual ulcer like i stated above I wil advice that if the episodes become more frequent or the severity of the pain worsens then going to see a doctor for a more appropriate evaluation will be a good idea In the int...	78	377	0.999998	48
20	1	General Health	hello wellvis I usually have stomach aches once in a while and when I have them I will need to lay down on the floor or on the bed before they subside Any advice that will be given be very much appreciated Thank you	47	215	0.999998	Danke	2	5	0.999996	50
32	1	General Health	What do you do if you have heavy leaks before getting to the bathroom	15	70	0.999997	Hi i guess by heavy leaks you mean urine pouring out before getting to the bathroom please note you cant respond to this comment anonymously This is not unusual and could be due to situations like holding the urine for too long to some diseases that affect bladder control If this is happening very frequently I will adv...	85	456	0.999997	69
5	10	Dental Health	i have a friend who has been battling with mouth odour for a while he brushes his teeth twice a day but nothing has improved kindly advice	28	138	0.999999	In additionit is very important to clean the dorsumupper rough surfaceof the tongue while brushingThis is very vital as the tongue serves a reservoir for millions of bacteriaas well as decayed food debrisHence failure to brush the tongue properly can also cause mouth odour Furrhermorethe accumulation of plaque and ca...	148	692	0.999998	12
33	8	Skin Care	I am light in complexion but I am now dark skinned What can I do to go back to my normal complexion	23	99	0.999996	Hi good morning in a lot of cases like this that i have seen a few things lead to this which includes the kind of cream you use stress exposure to sun and at times diet What to do Consider changing your cream especially to something different from what you use before you became darker eat healthier consume more fruits ...	85	453	0.999997	70
33	8	Skin Care	I am light in complexion but I am now dark skinned What can I do to go back to my normal complexion	23	99	0.999997	If the above dont work then you might need to see a dermatologist NB kindly note that you cant reply anonymously to this post Thanks	30	134	0.999998	71
34	8	Skin Care	My daughters skin is not smooth Shes brown skinned but shes darker now Please what cream can I use for her to make her skin glowShes 4yrs old	34	141	0.999998	Good Morning if your childs skin isnt smooth the first thing i will advice you to consider is the level of hygiene for her second thing will be that you should avoid some kinds of creams and basically use baby creams baby skins are best with mild creams i know that ori shea butter has been used by people with very good...	102	483	0.999998	73
36	2	Child Health	What is the cause of persist convulsion at what age can it stop	14	63	0.999996	Hi good morning Children between the age of 6 months to 5 years are naturally susceptible to convulsion due to high fever other things like low blood sugar can also cause it in them If the person in this case is above the age of 5 and still suffers convulsion then i will advice that the person goes to see a doctor to r...	89	457	0.999997	78
35	2	Child Health	My daughter falls sick almost every three month and its giving us concern Please what can we do to put a stop to this frequent occurrence	26	137	0.999997	It will be good to know what kind of sickness your daughter suffers from frequently and how old she is but it isnt an unusual occurrence for children to fall sick could be due to recurrent exposure to malaria carrying mosquito hygiene and other things I will advice that you take the child to the doctor for full evaluat...	66	352	0.999997	74
35	2	Child Health	My daughter falls sick almost every three month and its giving us concern Please what can we do to put a stop to this frequent occurrence	26	137	0.999998	You also might need to make your house more less sickness inducing let your children sleep under mosquito nets ensure hygiene in their food preparation keep them as clean as possible ensure they eat well fruits vegetables and protein and also find out how their school is children pick up diseases from each other in sch...	73	415	0.999997	75
36	2	Child Health	What is the cause of persist convulsion at what age can it stop	14	63	0.999997	Persistent convulsion at whatever age isnt normal There must be an underlying factor factors like extremely high fever derangement in the blood contents caused by excessive vommiting etc Kindly visit your paediatrician if the convulsion continues	49	247	0.999998	79
35	2	Child Health	My daughter falls sick almost every three month and its giving us concern Please what can we do to put a stop to this frequent occurrence	26	137	0.999996	Children in creche have been known to get quite sickly following exposure to all sorts and from mingling with other kids Depending on the age of the child other reasons for getting sick may include putting different objects into their mouths to scratch their irritating gums while they are teething	56	298	0.999998	76
38	1	General Health	I have this nasty back pain that comes once in a while it would hit me so bad that i become very restless for close to 5 minutes and then it goes	32	145	0.999997	A description of the pain and what part of your back will be very helpful in giving a useful advice Answers to queations like what time of the daynight it occurs or if its beforeafter a meal or a particular activity will be very helpful	48	236	0.999995	83
37	11	Sexual Health	What can cause a lady not being wet even after a lot of foreplay	15	64	0.999996	Hello I can imagine how frustrating it can be Some persons for several reasons might not get wet easily The good news is that there are non allergic lubricants that can be of immense help KY gel is a good option you can give it a try cheers	56	241	0.999997	80
37	11	Sexual Health	What can cause a lady not being wet even after a lot of foreplay	15	64	0.999998	Most of the time it is usually psychological Everyone has a specific trigger Yours might just need a little more exploration to discover However the gel as earlier mentioned will b of good use	38	192	0.999998	81
39	1	General Health	Hello l have weaknes in my whole body And l do not know what is going on Your advice	23	85	0.999997	Hi Patrick i am wondering what sort of weakness you have and is it something that has been going on for a while or it just recently started and what else are you experiencing In a lot of cases when someone experiences generalised body weakness the first thing to think of is stress especially if its just the weakness bu...	96	491	0.999998	84
39	1	General Health	Hello l have weaknes in my whole body And l do not know what is going on Your advice	23	85	0.999996	I hope you dont have fever nor headache Is there a change in your eatingdefecation habit If not you might just need to get some iron supplement and multivitamins	35	161	0.999997	85
33	8	Skin Care	I am light in complexion but I am now dark skinned What can I do to go back to my normal complexion	23	99	0.999994	In addition Ill recommend you go for creams with sunblocks which will help in reducing the darkening efffect exposure to the ultraviolet rays from sun induce	30	157	0.999998	72
37	11	Sexual Health	What can cause a lady not being wet even after a lot of foreplay	15	64	0.999997	And just in case you have tried the advice offered and you dont see improvements you can reach wunmiwunmiomololucom who is a sex expert for more management	37	155	0.999993	82
39	1	General Health	Hello l have weaknes in my whole body And l do not know what is going on Your advice	23	85	0.999997	Yeah no apetit stress and even getting skinny	11	46	0.857138	86
39	1	General Health	Hello l have weaknes in my whole body And l do not know what is going on Your advice	23	85	0.999999	Hello Patrick You mention that you have no appetite Why not try eating those meals that you enjoy the most No matter the trouble you need your energy and food is your best bet for that Also your rest is very important so try to get lots of those especially at night	55	266	0.999997	87
39	1	General Health	Hello l have weaknes in my whole body And l do not know what is going on Your advice	23	85	0.999997	If you are lacking appetite and also losing weight then you do need to go see a doctor for evaluation There is a root cause and this will be better found out at a physical meeting in the clinic especially if this has been going on for a while No need to fret with good evaluation a very workable management will be pres...	70	351	0.999995	88
40	11	Sexual Health	Pls I discovered that I dont last upto 2 mins in bed and its very embarrassing to me most times what can be the cause Pls	29	121	0.999999	In a lot of cases anxiety and stress have been found to be part of the causes of premature ejaculation There are lots of things that can help there are drugs that can help you stay longer but most importantly you will need therapy to relieve your anxiety and also to help control your breathing and skills I will advice ...	83	430	0.999995	89
41	5	Infections	Hello i did a couple of tests a while ago Found out i had infection i treated myself But i still itch my body very often especially when i smoke it becomes worse	33	161	0.999995	Good Morning it will be much easier for me if i knew what you were treated for initially but if you are having issues wirh body itch what we always advice is for you to note what cosmetic you changed before the itch began it could also be due to the water you use adding dettol to it might help you might also need to ch...	101	485	0.999997	90
42	1	General Health	Whats the best way to get rid of headache	10	41	0.999996	Headache could be a symptom of an ailment especially when it is persistent it would be advisable to go and see a doctor for comprehensive checkup However taking an analgesic would provide some relief	39	200	0.999996	93
43	12	Women's Health	Good day my breasts have been really tender lately and its not as a result of period or bra please what can i do	25	113	0.999997	Hi Good morning The tenderness of your breasts could be due to a couple of reasons if you are lactating engorgement with milk can cause it to be tender also if there is an inflammation of the breast it could be tender too Is the breast warm in comparison to the other one are there cracks or wounds on it Have you ever f...	147	682	0.999998	94
45	7	Drugs	How long does it take for side effects of Levofloxacin to clear Its been 3weeks now and im still experiencing shortness of breath anxiety attack	34	145	0.999994	Hi good afternoon the commonest side effects of Levofloxacin are nausea vomitting headache diarrhoea itching difficulty in sleeping Shortness of breath and anxiety are not common and if they were due to side effects as soon as tou stopped the drug they should have stopped So what you are experiencing are most likely no...	89	449	0.999995	97
21	10	Dental Health	Hello so prior to my last question about my toothache i noticed it was actually a hole i had in my tooth If im unable to visit a dentist asap is there a risk of contacting an infection	40	184	0.999998	In additionjust know that tooth tissue is one of the very few tissues in the bodythat can never regenerate once it gets damagedOnce there is a obvous tooth decay hole on your toothit can never close upThe best way to control further damagewidening of the hole and risk of dental and jaw infectionswill be to visit the d...	140	674	0.999998	52
47	11	Sexual Health	Hello Welvis Is there anything as a flaccid penis after intense kissing just on the basis that youre encountering a female partner for the first time	31	149	0.999997	Hi good Morning a flaccid penis is the regular state of the penis unless it is stimulated when it becomes erect People get stimulated for different reasons and in different ways also mood and interest play a role If a man is kissing a woman and his penis is till flaccid it could be due him not being in the mood not bei...	119	592	0.999997	99
46	5	Infections	Whats the correct drug to use for HIV prevention	10	48	0.999996	There are Preexposure prophylaxis drugs which have been found to be effective in preventing HIV but these are basically recommended for those who have partners that are positive to access this kindly talk to your doctor The best way to prevent HIV is to use a condom be faithful to one partner dont share sharps and if p...	105	531	0.999998	98
48	5	Infections	HI I have been treating infection ND it keeps coming backi discovered a whitish discharge ND smell ND sometime it itches me please can can I do to clear it permanently	34	167	0.999996	Kindly use the above drugs for one week as they are broad spectrum drugs for such infections Thats if you couldnt do the vaginal test which might show the organism responsible and the drugs that would be more specific for the infection NB Kindly note that you cant respond to this comment anonymously	61	303	0.999997	100
50	5	Infections	Ive had this whitish urethra discharge from my penis for over a year now No odur I have plans to visit a private laboratory to run some tests this weekend Please what tests should i request	41	189	0.999997	Hi i am sorry to hear of your complaints When you visit a science laboratory kindly request that they do a urethral discharge MCS microscopyculture and sensitivity test which should show the organism causing the symptoms and the drugs sensitive to it please check your retroviral status too NB Kindly note that you ca...	73	353	0.999997	107
49	8	Skin Care	Hello i usually have shaving bumps and as a result i have scars and hyperpigmentation What can i use to stop this	25	113	0.999998	Hi good afternoon shaving creams are quite helpful in managing this there are a lot of them out there that are effective There are also specially designed razors that work better to prevent scars and other attendant issues Aftershaves will also be helpful in this regard So consider using shaving creams change your shav...	88	465	0.999998	103
50	5	Infections	Ive had this whitish urethra discharge from my penis for over a year now No odur I have plans to visit a private laboratory to run some tests this weekend Please what tests should i request	41	189	0.999998	And as a followup kindly let the tests results be reviewed with a doctor for the most appropriate decision on the line of treatment Selfmedication is not in your best interest Thanks	35	182	0.999997	108
48	5	Infections	HI I have been treating infection ND it keeps coming backi discovered a whitish discharge ND smell ND sometime it itches me please can can I do to clear it permanently	34	167	0.999997	It is best for you to do high vaginal swab MCS which should show the particular organism causing your symptoms but before you get the result you might need to buy these drugs to use 1 Tab Ciprofloxacin 500mg bd 2 Tab Doxycycline 100mg daily 3 Tab Metronidazole 400mg tds 4 Clotrimaxole vaginal tablets use only at bed ...	160	662	0.999997	101
49	8	Skin Care	Hello i usually have shaving bumps and as a result i have scars and hyperpigmentation What can i use to stop this	25	113	0.999995	What about females that cant use shaving cream in sensitive areas	11	65	0.999997	104
49	8	Skin Care	Hello i usually have shaving bumps and as a result i have scars and hyperpigmentation What can i use to stop this	25	113	0.999995	For females the razor used will play a role in this and there are actually shaving creams for sensitive areas for males and females	25	131	0.999997	105
49	8	Skin Care	Hello i usually have shaving bumps and as a result i have scars and hyperpigmentation What can i use to stop this	25	113	0.999996	There are also hair removal creams these varying effectiveness in action but the remove the use of a razor and thereby create less chances of bumps and other issues with shaving	32	177	0.999996	106
51	1	General Health	My weight has been fluctuating a lot im nauseuos almost 3 to 4 tines daily pimples breakout This has been going on for three months now kindly advise i am not peegnant	41	168	0.999996	Hi good morning do you eat a lot of food and then vomit them or make yourself vomit them If you do then you might need to go see a doctor for evaluation and further recommendations Naturally wieght will fluctuate for a lot of reasons what will be most worrying is if you are losing weight drastically or gaining drastica...	133	669	0.999994	109
53	5	Infections	Hello wellvis please what could be the cause of painful swallowing and what can I do I once had an history of epiglottitis but I had a homemade solution could it be it again	39	173	0.999998	How long ago did you get epiglottis and what kind of homemade solution did you have	19	83	0.857138	112
52	3	Mental Health	Hello there i am addicted to Codeine Phosphate Promitazin Flunitrazepam I need help please help I	28	99	0.999995	Hello Thanks for reaching out for help While your definition of addiction is not explicit we can agree you are using control drugs and you have issues with this The road to regaining control and recovery is effortdemanding but a good step will be to reach out and talk to someone face to face soon as possible Note als...	134	632	0.999997	110

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Nigerian Healthcare Forum Q&A Datase

Dataset Summary

This dataset contains questions from Nigerians on a dedicated healthcare forum and responses provided exclusively by licensed and trained healthcare professionals. It reflects health concerns within the Nigerian context, incorporating English and local colloquialisms. All answers are reliable, as the platform restricted responses to verified healthcare professionals, ensuring the quality and credibility of the information. The dataset comprises a total of 336,681 GPT-2 tokens.

Data Collection

The data was curated from the activities on an online platform's open forum page that offered the Nigerian public free advice and answers between 2018 and 2022. It includes:

1,731 questions
2,639 replies/comments The data was extracted from a MySQL dump after the platform was closed.

Data Cleaning

The cleaning process involved:

Deduplication: Removing duplicate entries to ensure uniqueness.
Manual Review: Verifying the accuracy and relevance of the data.
Normalization: Standardizing data formats to match the quality of other relevant datasets.

Dataset Structure

Field	Type	Description
`thread_id`	string	The ID of the original thread
`category_id`	string	The ID of the category
`category_name`	string	The corresponding name of the category
`Question`	string	The text of the question asked
`Question_token_count`	integer	The number of GPT-2 tokens in the question text
`Question_text_length`	integer	The length of the question text (in characters)
`Question_language_probability`	float	The confidence score of the language detection algorithm
`Answer`	string	The text of the answer given
`Answer_token_count`	integer	The number of GPT-2 tokens in the answer text
`Answer_text_length`	integer	The length of the answer text (in characters)
`Answer_language_probability`	float	The confidence score of the language detection algorithm

NB: The rows are questions alongside their answers/responses/comments (multiple rows with the same thread ID). So, a single question could have more than one answers/response/comment.

How to Load the Dataset

Here's how you can load and explore the dataset using the 🤗 Datasets library:

import datasets
dataset = datasets.load_dataset('Ayomidejoe/NaijaMed_QA_Dataset')
# Display the first example
print(dataset['train'][0])

Usage

This dataset can be valuable for:

Natural Language Processing (NLP): Training models on Nigerian English and local colloquialisms.
Healthcare Analysis: Understanding prevalent health concerns in Nigeria.
Chatbot Training: Developing AI assistants for healthcare support in Nigerian contexts.

License

MIT

Citation

If you use this dataset in your research, please cite it as:

  title   = {Nigerian Healthcare Forum Q\&A Dataset},
  author  = {Ayomide Owoyemi}
  year    = {2024},
  publisher = {Hugging Face Datasets},
  version   = {1.0.0},
  url       = {https://huggingface.co/datasets/Ayomidejoe/NaijaMed_QA_Dataset},
}

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