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Dr. Nicole Henry-dindial, M.D.
Family Practitioner
Dr. Nicole Henry-dindial is a family practitioner practicing in Westfield, NJ. Dr. Henry-dindial specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Henry-dindial possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Dr. Nicole Henry-dindial, M.D.
- Westfield, NJ
- Accepting new patients
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What should I do if I have a COVID infection during pregnancy?
The first thing is to contact your obstetrician and your family physician or primary care doctor. They will guide you through the appropriate treatments based on your symptoms. READ MORE
The first thing is to contact your obstetrician and your family physician or primary care doctor. They will guide you through the appropriate treatments based on your symptoms. Any herbal medicines and supplements you're thinking of taking need to be run by your treating physician(s). Just like many other infectious diseases, pregnant and postpartum women are highly vulnerable and have statistically poorer outcomes. The most important protection against COVID-19 infection is vaccination so hopefully, you have gotten vaccinated and boosted.
Nicole Henry-Dindial, MD
Family Medicine - Summit Health
Clinical Professor- Dept of Family Medicine - Rutgers NJ Medical School
Volunteer Faculty - Overlook Family Medicine Residency Program
Secretary, Medical Society of NJ
NJ Alternate Delegate - American Medical Association
Work 908-232-5858
Cell 908-868-6493
Nicole Henry-Dindial, MD
Family Medicine - Summit Health
Clinical Professor- Dept of Family Medicine - Rutgers NJ Medical School
Volunteer Faculty - Overlook Family Medicine Residency Program
Secretary, Medical Society of NJ
NJ Alternate Delegate - American Medical Association
Work 908-232-5858
Cell 908-868-6493
Can I catch the flu again after JUST having it?
There are different strains of the flu that circulate each season. Therefore, you can get one strain and later on, get the other one However, if you are sick with the flu and READ MORE
There are different strains of the flu that circulate each season. Therefore, you can get one strain and later on, get the other one However, if you are sick with the flu and recuperate, but in the process, passed it on to someone else in your home, then you should not get reinfected as you will be immune to the same strain.
Diagnosis for these symptoms?
Potential diagnoses:
1/ INFECTION
A/ - VIRAL- such as INFLUENZA or the Ómicron variant of COVID which causes more of a sore throat and not really loss of smell or taste, READ MORE
Potential diagnoses:
1/ INFECTION
A/ - VIRAL- such as INFLUENZA or the Ómicron variant of COVID which causes more of a sore throat and not really loss of smell or taste, or a COLD.
B/ BACTERIAL - bladder or skin infection that is worsening. Can cause your Diabetes to become uncontrolled / lábiles.
C/ POORLY CONTROLLED DM - if sugars go very high or very low, they can produce similar symptoms so it is important that you are checking your sugars and doing the best you can to control your sugars. See your doctor or seek medical attention if you do not feel better or your sugars are consistently high or very low ( less than 100).
1/ INFECTION
A/ - VIRAL- such as INFLUENZA or the Ómicron variant of COVID which causes more of a sore throat and not really loss of smell or taste, or a COLD.
B/ BACTERIAL - bladder or skin infection that is worsening. Can cause your Diabetes to become uncontrolled / lábiles.
C/ POORLY CONTROLLED DM - if sugars go very high or very low, they can produce similar symptoms so it is important that you are checking your sugars and doing the best you can to control your sugars. See your doctor or seek medical attention if you do not feel better or your sugars are consistently high or very low ( less than 100).
Low blood pressure?
You should get evaluated for POT's Syndrome, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (Not to be confused with POTT's Disease which is tuberculosis of the spine). This syndrome READ MORE
You should get evaluated for POT's Syndrome, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (Not to be confused with POTT's Disease which is tuberculosis of the spine). This syndrome is characterized by a sudden drop in blood pressure accompanied by a racing heart when someone stands or does exercise. This can result in dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting. While fluids and self-care are the mainstays of treatment, you should see your doctor for further advice.
How much water should I drink throughout the day?
While some experts feel one only need to drink when thirsty, studies show you are likely dehydrated by then. On average, you should drink half of your weight (in kilograms) daily. READ MORE
While some experts feel one only need to drink when thirsty, studies show you are likely dehydrated by then. On average, you should drink half of your weight (in kilograms) daily. If you engage in vigorous exercise, you will need additional water. Likewise, if you have medical conditions such as heart or kidney disease, you should talk to your doctor as you may have a limit as to how much they recommend you drink each day.
