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Dr. Awais Zaka, M.D
Internist
Dr. Awais Zaka is an internist practicing in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Zaka specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Zaka provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
16 years
Experience
Dr. Awais Zaka, M.D
- Southfield, MI
- Allama Iqbal Medical College in Pakistan
- Accepting new patients
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How long does it take to recover from kidney resection surgery?
Recovery from kidney resection surgery depends upon the reason for resection and the patient's overall health. Generally, patients can be discharged from the hospital in a day READ MORE
Recovery from kidney resection surgery depends upon the reason for resection and the patient's overall health. Generally, patients can be discharged from the hospital in a day or two. Then, you will be recommended to avoid certain activities and weight lifting—a restriction that may go for a week or even more, depending upon the surgeon's assessment of your condition at the time of discharge. I hope you recover soon.
Urine test and blood test?
Hi Dear, if your urine test is negative for THC (the active ingredient in marijuana), then your blood test should most likely be negative, for THC stays positive in urine stays READ MORE
Hi Dear, if your urine test is negative for THC (the active ingredient in marijuana), then your blood test should most likely be negative, for THC stays positive in urine stays positive for a longer duration than it does in blood.
Elderly woman?
Hi Dear, Physical shaking is quite a broad description. Mentioning which part of the body is shaking can be very helpful. Next, it is important to know the duration of this complaint. READ MORE
Hi Dear, Physical shaking is quite a broad description. Mentioning which part of the body is shaking can be very helpful. Next, it is important to know the duration of this complaint. If this shaking started just out of nowhere, it might be related to some recent sickness or generalized weakness. If it has been present for a while, then it needs to be evaluated by a physician for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Covid-19 after effects?
I am glad that you recovered from COVID. Blood from sinuses can be from the dryness of the inside of your nose, for which you can use over-the-counter saline nasal spray. As for READ MORE
I am glad that you recovered from COVID. Blood from sinuses can be from the dryness of the inside of your nose, for which you can use over-the-counter saline nasal spray. As for the pain in your right and left side, you better see a doctor, mainly because it is not getting better and rather getting worst.
I have low RDW, high immature granulocytes and a few other things?
Hey Dear, I am sorry to hear that you had to go through all this. Getting to the point, low RDW, low sodium, low potassium, and high Immature granulocytes are very non-specific, READ MORE
Hey Dear, I am sorry to hear that you had to go through all this. Getting to the point, low RDW, low sodium, low potassium, and high Immature granulocytes are very non-specific, pointing to no specific illness. Low urine specific gravity can be suggestive of poor oral intake or drinking too much water. Based on the labs above, it's hard to say that anything in your body is amiss. But I would recommend better nutrition and appropriate exercise as allowed by the orthopedic surgeon, to help improve your overall health.
How to make sure I don't catch a bacterial infection along with covid?
Hey Dear, it's hard to tell what your repeat symptoms are from. Superimposed bacterial infection is a possibility, but you better see your doctor for this burning in the throat, READ MORE
Hey Dear, it's hard to tell what your repeat symptoms are from. Superimposed bacterial infection is a possibility, but you better see your doctor for this burning in the throat, who should decide based on his clinical examination whether you have a bacterial infection or not, which can then be treated accordingly.
Stage 3 kidney?
With high blood pressure and swelling of extremities, I would highly suggest that you ask your family doctor for a referral to a nephrologist, who is the most qualified person READ MORE
With high blood pressure and swelling of extremities, I would highly suggest that you ask your family doctor for a referral to a nephrologist, who is the most qualified person to diagnose and manage stage 3 kidney disease. As to your other problems a lump on the knuckles of your hand and underneath the skin, on your palm, you should discuss them with your family doctor. Pre-diabetes refers to a state where you are at high risk of developing diabetes, but this progression can be stopped or delayed by losing weight, eating healthy, sleeping well, and exercising regularly; in short, a complete overhaul of your lifestyle. Low vitamin D can easily be replaced with supplements. Low estrogen had to be correlated with the stage of your menstrual cycle at which blood was drawn, an assessment that can be easily done by your family physicians.
Test results?
Hey Dear, this eGFR of 81 is in the normal range. Just based on this number, there is no need to follow up. But if you have some concerns about your kidney function in general, READ MORE
Hey Dear, this eGFR of 81 is in the normal range. Just based on this number, there is no need to follow up. But if you have some concerns about your kidney function in general, it is not a bad idea to talk to your primary care physician.
Can kidney stone surgery damage kidneys?
Hey Dear, I hope you are feeling well after the surgery, and I hope the procedure achieved its goal. Yes, some urological interventions can cause kidney damage as a complication READ MORE
Hey Dear, I hope you are feeling well after the surgery, and I hope the procedure achieved its goal. Yes, some urological interventions can cause kidney damage as a complication of the process. But these side-effects are well-known and usually easily manageable. So again, I hope you feel well.
Is vertigo a side effect of anesthesia?
Yes, general anesthesia can have many side effects depending upon the type of anesthetic used. Vertigo is a possibility after general anesthesia with certain drugs. More generally READ MORE
Yes, general anesthesia can have many side effects depending upon the type of anesthetic used. Vertigo is a possibility after general anesthesia with certain drugs. More generally speaking though, you might be dealing with dehydration and may benefit from some intravenous fluids. Discuss this with your house physician.
Could this be a clot?
I am sorry to hear about the cramp in your leg. If you are still taking the blood thinner, it is very unlikely that you can have blood clots, although it is still possible, because READ MORE
I am sorry to hear about the cramp in your leg. If you are still taking the blood thinner, it is very unlikely that you can have blood clots, although it is still possible, because people can have blood clots while on blood thinners. If this case you can wait for a few days to see if it were just a muscle cramp, which should go away. And if this cramp persists, see your doctor for evaluation.
But if you are not taking your blood thinner, there is a high probability that this cramp can be from a blood clot. In such a case, you should go to your doctor right away for further evaluation.
But if you are not taking your blood thinner, there is a high probability that this cramp can be from a blood clot. In such a case, you should go to your doctor right away for further evaluation.
I have a bump/pimple on my penis?
I am sorry to hear that you have this inconvenient bump on your penis. "It does not heart or anything like that" is reassuring, but I still recommend that you see your physician READ MORE
I am sorry to hear that you have this inconvenient bump on your penis. "It does not heart or anything like that" is reassuring, but I still recommend that you see your physician and have this bump evaluated. Without having a description of this pimple, it is very hard to guess as to what it can be. Thus, I strongly suggest that you see your physician at your first convinience.
Can lung damage be repaired?
Lung damage can mean a host of things. Some kinds of lung damage can heal, leaving almost no scar tissue. For example, simple pneumonia can heal without causing any irreversible READ MORE
Lung damage can mean a host of things. Some kinds of lung damage can heal, leaving almost no scar tissue. For example, simple pneumonia can heal without causing any irreversible damage to the lung tissue. On the other hand, a lung abscess can leave a permanently damaged part of the lung. Similarly, damage caused by some medications, heavy metals, and radiations can be permanent. In short, whether your lung damage is serious or not depends on what caused this damage in the first place.
What does spleen: no splenomegaly mean?
Splenomegaly means large spleen. When a patient gets an ultrasound of her abdomen, the radiologist at all the abdominal organs' sizes and characteristics. "No Splenomegaly" in READ MORE
Splenomegaly means large spleen. When a patient gets an ultrasound of her abdomen, the radiologist at all the abdominal organs' sizes and characteristics. "No Splenomegaly" in an ultrasound report means the spleen is of normal size.
Cannabis and Metformin Interaction?
More and more people are now talking about the benefits of Cannabis in diabetes, particularly its role in diet control. Metformin is a medicine used mainly for the management of READ MORE
More and more people are now talking about the benefits of Cannabis in diabetes, particularly its role in diet control. Metformin is a medicine used mainly for the management of diabetes. Both Cannabis and Metformin inhibit a liver enzyme C4P3AY. One drug can lead to decreased metabolism of the other drug, raising its level above the desired range, which can lead to drug toxicity. No studies have addressed the issue of these two drugs being taken together. If you have to take cannabis for some other medical condition, it is best to do so under the supervision of your primary care physician.
What is the best medication for high blood pressure?
High blood pressure is a common condition, but it has severe long-term consequences. If you are concerned that you have high blood pressure, you should see your doctor and undergo READ MORE
High blood pressure is a common condition, but it has severe long-term consequences. If you are concerned that you have high blood pressure, you should see your doctor and undergo appropriate management.
Does anemia go away?
No, anemia does not go away on its own. Your daughter should see a doctor and get tested for the underlying cause of anemia.
LFT blood test?
Yes, it is definitely possible. One can have normal-looking liver function tests despite having a significant underlying disease in the very early stages of liver disease and the READ MORE
Yes, it is definitely possible. One can have normal-looking liver function tests despite having a significant underlying disease in the very early stages of liver disease and the late stages of liver disease.
Can gastritis cause elevated liver enzymes?
It is very less likely unless gastritis is from some viral infection that has involved the liver too.
Can a diabetic have gastric bypass surgery?
Yes, a diabetic patient can have gastric bypass surgery.
