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Dr. William Zachary Cohen, MD

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Dr. William Zachary Cohen MD is a top Family Practitioner in Houston, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. William Zachary Cohen MD is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. William Zachary Cohen MD is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. William Zachary Cohen MD is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Houston, TX, Dr. William Zachary Cohen MD is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
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Dr. William Zachary Cohen, MD
  • Houston, TX
  • Univ of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
  • Accepting new patients

What are the best foods to eat when you have gallstones?

You must be on a very low-fat diet because fatty foods including fried foods cause the gallbladder to contract and cause the severe pain of a "gallbladder attack". See your doctor READ MORE
You must be on a very low-fat diet because fatty foods including fried foods cause the gallbladder to contract and cause the severe pain of a "gallbladder attack". See your doctor about treatment. There are medications that can dissolve gallstones.

Can prostate problems affect kidneys?

A 19-year-old should not have prostate problems. An older adult male could have severe prostate enlargement which may obstruct the ability to urinate causing bladder outlet obstruction READ MORE
A 19-year-old should not have prostate problems. An older adult male could have severe prostate enlargement which may obstruct the ability to urinate causing bladder outlet obstruction leading to urinary retention and hydronephrosis which can damage the kidneys.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Worried about covid-19?

Yes.

Vaccines and immunizations?

Yes, they should be mandatory and unless someone has proven allergy to the vaccine. Otherwise, everyone should be required to be vaccinated unless they can prove immunity. "Are READ MORE
Yes, they should be mandatory and unless someone has proven allergy to the vaccine. Otherwise, everyone should be required to be vaccinated unless they can prove immunity. "Are they effective" is a stupid question. They would not be approved unless proven effective in clinical trials. 2. It is unethical not to vaccinate against dangerous illnesses caused by viruses and bacteria. Millions upon millions of people would be dead from polio, smallpox, measles, meningitis, etc., if not for vaccines. Do not be brainwashed by the anti-VAXers. 3. Anti-VAXers are dangerous and spreading a dangerous message. They are completely wrong. 4. "Herd immunity" is not a form of immunization. It occurs when 80% of the populations is resistant to the disease because they have survived it. If there is no vaccine, this may occur after millions have already died from the disease. A population may safely develop "herd immunity" after the majority of the population has been vaccinated.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

How much does COPD affect daily life?

It could be a lot! Especially if you're tethered to an oxygen concentrator and cannot walk anywhere without it because you will get short of breath. Think about it if you are a READ MORE
It could be a lot! Especially if you're tethered to an oxygen concentrator and cannot walk anywhere without it because you will get short of breath. Think about it if you are a current smoker.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Should I go to a doctor for a headache?

You might. If it is unusual, accompanied by fever or chills, vision changes, it does not go away after taking an analgesic like aspirin, or it is "the worst headache you have ever READ MORE
You might. If it is unusual, accompanied by fever or chills, vision changes, it does not go away after taking an analgesic like aspirin, or it is "the worst headache you have ever had," then you should see a doctor.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Could I get meningitis?

It kind of depends on how far you stick your finger in your nose. Theoretically, if you go far enough and punctured the cribiform plate, you could give yourself meningitis. But READ MORE
It kind of depends on how far you stick your finger in your nose. Theoretically, if you go far enough and punctured the cribiform plate, you could give yourself meningitis. But I've never heard that happening. Nonetheless, it's not a good idea to pick your nose.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Methanol hand sanitizer?

One application does not require medical attention. All illnesses associated with these products so far have been from people ingesting the hand sanitizer. William Z. Cohen, READ MORE
One application does not require medical attention. All illnesses associated with these products so far have been from people ingesting the hand sanitizer.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Possible infection?

If you haven't already been so advised, please have that checked out by a doctor.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Right lower abdominal pain?

I think it's serious. He should be evaluated by a physician ASAP, possibly by the ER. He could have appendicitis. I would not wait. If the appendix perforates, consequences could READ MORE
I think it's serious. He should be evaluated by a physician ASAP, possibly by the ER. He could have appendicitis. I would not wait. If the appendix perforates, consequences could be deadly.

William Z. Cohen M.D., FAAFP

Distill or purified water?

How long has your son had ADEM? Most people recover from this condition within a few months. See your neurologist to make sure he has been diagnosed correctly. There should be READ MORE
How long has your son had ADEM? Most people recover from this condition within a few months. See your neurologist to make sure he has been diagnosed correctly. There should be no difference physiologically whether he drinks purified water (which means filtered) versus distilled water. Purified water may have some minerals in it that distilled water does not. However, those trace minerals are found in most foods. If he likes distilled water better, give him that.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

What is the first sign of a kidney stone?

The first sign is usually right or left flank pain. Sometimes there is blood visible in the urine. William Z Cohen M.D., FAAFP. My Family Doctor-Fulton 4000 Fulton St., Suite READ MORE
The first sign is usually right or left flank pain. Sometimes there is blood visible in the urine.

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What does it mean when your urine is clear like water?

Normally, that's a good sign. It means you're well hydrated with water.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Splinters?

Unfortunately, without an examination there is very little that can be done, other than your own close inspection (or that of a trusted friend or family member) and warm soaks. READ MORE
Unfortunately, without an examination there is very little that can be done, other than your own close inspection (or that of a trusted friend or family member) and warm soaks. Our clinic is open. Most doctors are still seeing patients.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

How do you feel when your sugar is high?

Excess thirst and frequent urination are symptoms. Otherwise, you may not feel anything until you become unconscious and go into a coma. I recommend you get and start using this READ MORE
Excess thirst and frequent urination are symptoms. Otherwise, you may not feel anything until you become unconscious and go into a coma. I recommend you get and start using this a glucometer to check your blood sugar.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

How long do middle ear infections last?

It depends. If it is bacterial, it needs to be treated or else it could progress into a much more serious condition like mastoiditis. If the symptoms last for more than 5-7 days, READ MORE
It depends. If it is bacterial, it needs to be treated or else it could progress into a much more serious condition like mastoiditis. If the symptoms last for more than 5-7 days, she needs to see a doctor.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

How do you know if bronchitis turns into pneumonia?

Your doctor must determine this. Symptoms would include shortness of breath, and a productive cough. High fever, an abnormal chest exam, and elevated white blood cell count may READ MORE
Your doctor must determine this. Symptoms would include shortness of breath, and a productive cough. High fever, an abnormal chest exam, and elevated white blood cell count may be present and suggestive. Ultimately, a chest X-ray would confirm the diagnosis.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

High blood pressure?

See your doctor. If possible, get tested for COVID-19 at your nearest testing location.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Should I get a flu shot now?

The answer is yes, if you can. But you should also get the 2020 flu vaccine when it becomes available later this year.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP

Virus Treatment

If the alcohol concentration in a person's blood was high enough to kill the virus, the person would be dead from the alcohol.

William Z. Cohen, M.D., FAAFP