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Dr. Candido Otero, M.D.

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Dr. Cándido L. Otero is a retired pathologist in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Otero is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Otero did two Fellowships, the first Fellowship was Cytopathology, the study of the cell, at Shans Jacksonville, Florida and the second Felllowship, Oncological Surgical Pathology, was done at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Otero can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Otero may perform a tissue biopsy to determine if a patient has cancer, practice genetic testing, and complete a number of laboratory examinations. Pathologists can also perform autopsies which can determine a persons cause of death and gain information about genetic progression of a disease.
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Dr. Cándido Otero, M.D.
  • Roseburg, OR
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Is local anesthesia selected for colon biopsy?

No, General anesthesia is better so you don't feel discomfort during the procedure. Please, check with your gastroenterologist.

What levels of PSA indicate prostate problems?

The PSA normal range by age is as follows : 40 - 49 = 0 to 2.5 ng/mL ; 50 - 59 = 0 to 3.5 ng/mL ; 60 - 69 = 0 to 4.5 ng/mL; 70 = 0 to 6.5 ng/mL: So, depending on your age, any READ MORE
The PSA normal range by age is as follows : 40 - 49 = 0 to 2.5 ng/mL ; 50 - 59 = 0 to 3.5 ng/mL ; 60 - 69 = 0 to 4.5 ng/mL; 70 = 0 to 6.5 ng/mL: So, depending on your age, any number above the limit is a concern that needs to be investigated. Please, check with your Urologist. Thank you.

Can low sperm motility be fixed with medications?

Medication can improve sperm count in some men with infertility. There are some estrogen receptors blocker such as clomiphene citrate. It stimulates the hypothalamus and the pituitary READ MORE
Medication can improve sperm count in some men with infertility. There are some estrogen receptors blocker such as clomiphene citrate. It stimulates the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland in the brain and may increase your sperm count. Thank you.

Can general anesthesia for liver biopsy cause any issues?

No issues with general anesthesia. Thank you.

My son has cylindrical vision. Are there any precautionary steps that I should take?

Good afternoon . Tunnel vision is a condition that you can see straight ahead but not to either side. Stress and anger are associated with this condition. One thing you can do READ MORE
Good afternoon . Tunnel vision is a condition that you can see straight ahead but not to either side. Stress and anger are associated with this condition. One thing you can do when you feel that you are going to have an episode of tubeless vision, you can think in thoughts that calm you . Another great option is to meditate, sit calm in your favorite place, not thinking in anything, close your eyes and relax. If that doesn’t work. Try to make an appointment with a neurologist, he can order a CT scan of the head to rule out another problem. In addition, go to an Ophthalmologist to check your eyes peripheral vision. I hope I help you. Wishing the best. Cándido L Otero,MD.

What tests can show prostate problems?

The tests for prostate problems are few. 1. 1. PSA 2. TRUS - trans urethral ultrasound guided biopsy 3. Magnetic resonance imaging/TRUS-fusion-guided biopsy. A health care professional READ MORE
The tests for prostate problems are few. 1. 1. PSA
2. TRUS - trans urethral ultrasound guided biopsy
3. Magnetic resonance imaging/TRUS-fusion-guided biopsy. A health care professional will take an image of your prostate during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
4. Biopsy of the prostate is the gold standard.

When will I get blood test results?

It takes 24 - 48 hours depending on what the pathologist find microscopically. Sometimes, the pathology needs to do more test from the findings.

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Midazolan injections is used before surgery or other medical procedures as a relaxing agent for anxiety. Is used for insomnia. panic attacks and alcohol withdrawal. It is not READ MORE
Midazolan injections is used before surgery or other medical procedures as a relaxing agent for anxiety. Is used for insomnia. panic attacks and alcohol withdrawal. It is not recommended the use of Midazolam if you are drinking. Tell your Doctor not to give you the injection if you have injected a large amount of alcohol. Midazolam has a risk for abuse which can lead to overdose and death.

When do you get the bone marrow biopsy results?

lymphocytes Bone Marrow Test results results can be ready in approximately 24 - 48 hours. However, there are some reports that takes longer due to different cells investigation. READ MORE
lymphocytes Bone Marrow Test results results can be ready in approximately 24 - 48 hours. However, there are some reports that takes longer due to different cells investigation. The normal bone marrow biopsy (BMB). Contains Normoblasts cells - 16.0 - 32. 0 range. Lymphocytes cells - 11.0 - 23.0; Plasma cells 0.0 10. Myelocyte Erythroid (ratio) 1.5 - 3.3. The bone marrow result can show; Leukemia, Lymphoma, multiple Myeloma, or other cancers. Please, consult your Hematology Oncology for your results.

How long should I wait for the biopsy results?

It takes 24 - 48 hours depending on what the pathologist find microscopically. Sometimes, the pathology needs to do more test from the findings.

Will I get general anesthesia for a bone marrow biopsy?

Sometimes, local anesthesia and anti-anxiety in the only thing the pathology or the Dr. doing the bone marrow biopsy uses. The bone marrow biopsy is a fast and safe procedure.

How long does it take to get bone marrow biopsy results?

The biopsy report takes 24 - 48 hours depending on the findings and if there is a need to do additional tests to confirm the results.

Do you get biopsy results the next day?

It would be 2 - 4 days. Sometimes the pathologist needs to do more tests.

How many days does it take to get the biopsy results?

The biopsy report takes 24 - 48 hours depending on the findings and if there is a need to do additional tests to confirm the results.

What type of anesthesia is the safest for a thyroid biopsy?

Usually, a thyroid biopsy is done a bed side. It's called fine needle aspiration biopsy . It is not a painful procedure.

Will I get the lung biopsy results the next day?

The lung biopsy results are available in 2 - 4 days. There are circumstances that it can take longer when looking for certain infections diseases.

Do you get anesthesia for thyroid biopsy?

Thyroid biopsy can be done without anesthesia. It's called, Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy. The thyroid report takes 24 -48 hrs.

Lab reports?

MCV means Mean Corpuscular Volumen. High values are sign of microcytic anemia which is a condition where the red blood cell (RBC) is not having enough vitamin B12 or folic acid READ MORE
MCV means Mean Corpuscular Volumen. High values are sign of microcytic anemia which is a condition where the red blood cell (RBC) is not having enough vitamin B12 or folic acid in the RBC body. Low values is called, Microcytic anemia which indicates iron deficiency anemia. Mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH) goes hand on hand with MCV. High MCH is a sign of macrocytosis and no further tests is needed.

Is there any blood test for celiac?

tTG - IgA test for children and adults are the best and most reliable test with the tissue Transglutaminate IgA antibody ( tTG - IgA) together with an IgA antibody test to make READ MORE
tTG - IgA test for children and adults are the best and most reliable test with the tissue Transglutaminate IgA antibody ( tTG - IgA) together with an IgA antibody test to make sure that you are generating enough antibodies to get a more accurate test.
tTG and DGP are the main blood test to diagnose and monitor the disease.
More recently, a serological test for CD[64] has been demonstrated to show high sensitivity and specificity for CD patients who possess the DQ2. 5 allele and does not require the patient to be on a gluten-containing diet. Thank you.