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Michael James
Family Practitioner
Dr. Michael James is a family practitioner practicing in Ocho Rios, Jamaica. Dr. James 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. James 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.
Michael James
- Ocho Rios, Jamaica
- University of the West Indies
- Accepting new patients
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Open draining holes above fupa under belly?
It seems as if you are having a hair root infection (check for Diabetes Mellitus) which has now spread to adjoining hair roots. Continue to lose the weight, don't worry about READ MORE
It seems as if you are having a hair root infection (check for Diabetes Mellitus) which has now spread to adjoining hair roots.
Continue to lose the weight, don't worry about the stretch marks and try seeing a Doctor for some medications to clear this infection. It could be a recurrent HS.
Continue to lose the weight, don't worry about the stretch marks and try seeing a Doctor for some medications to clear this infection. It could be a recurrent HS.
What could this pain be?
You should see your doctor when having these situations. A reply on this medium does not do justice to your condition. Have an ENT physician help you make sense of this illness. READ MORE
You should see your doctor when having these situations. A reply on this medium does not do justice to your condition. Have an ENT physician help you make sense of this illness. Vertigo can be due to inner ear disorders, URTI, Cardiovascular, lipid disorders....
I am having trouble eating and swallowing food?
Any info at all will be very helpful! Your Question? Go and see a Dr. You have a Marijuana issue, depression, anxiety disorder, and Gastrointestinal issue. GIT mucosal damage. READ MORE
Any info at all will be very helpful! Your Question? Go and see a Dr. You have a Marijuana issue, depression, anxiety disorder, and Gastrointestinal issue. GIT mucosal damage. Go and see a Dr.
Inflammatory breast cancer?
Hi Skin rashes are difficult to see on computers. More likely a fungal infection ,a pustule/s on the outside of the breast. You never spoke about a self breast examination, any READ MORE
Hi
Skin rashes are difficult to see on computers. More likely a fungal infection ,a pustule/s on the outside of the breast. You never spoke about a self breast examination, any breast lumps? If you are not allergic to iodine, a small amount of pevidone iodine applied to the spot for the next 21 days might do well. If not, kindly see your Dr.
Skin rashes are difficult to see on computers. More likely a fungal infection ,a pustule/s on the outside of the breast. You never spoke about a self breast examination, any breast lumps? If you are not allergic to iodine, a small amount of pevidone iodine applied to the spot for the next 21 days might do well. If not, kindly see your Dr.
Discomfort in lower right abdominal area?
Hi,
Try to see a local physician who will be more than willing to help you find out about your problem. A CT or MRI might be useful.
Try to see a local physician who will be more than willing to help you find out about your problem. A CT or MRI might be useful.
What causes a cold body?
Hi, You have an immune system that is been tested by your underling condition..and a hemorrhoid that is bleeding.. which might become infected....so you might benefit from a surgical READ MORE
Hi,
You have an immune system that is been tested by your underling condition..and a hemorrhoid that is bleeding.. which might become infected....so you might benefit from a surgical opt. for the hemorrhoid and continue your anti retro viral medication which I hope you are still taking...and observe yourself for these "cold spells". Side effects from medication could be a cause..
You have an immune system that is been tested by your underling condition..and a hemorrhoid that is bleeding.. which might become infected....so you might benefit from a surgical opt. for the hemorrhoid and continue your anti retro viral medication which I hope you are still taking...and observe yourself for these "cold spells". Side effects from medication could be a cause..
Feeling hot during a walk?
Walking in an atmosphere which is hot..and with low humidity will require constant hydration and electrolyte....replacement. Heat trapping by not sweating is risky...and can cause READ MORE
Walking in an atmosphere which is hot..and with low humidity will require constant hydration and electrolyte....replacement. Heat trapping by not sweating is risky...and can cause "heat" exhaustion....if not used to this condition by adaptation....
Taking CBD gummies for arthritis with medication for atrial fibrillation and class 2 diabetes?
Cannabidiol does interact with b- blockers and might produce some undesired cardiovascular effects eg. tachycardia. Apixaban stays in the blood longer and with CBD might cause READ MORE
Cannabidiol does interact with b- blockers and might produce some undesired cardiovascular effects eg. tachycardia. Apixaban stays in the blood longer and with CBD might cause side effects
General health?
Hi,
You certainly have quite a few issues. I think you should take care of your blood pressure initially, then go on medications for the GERD afterwards. How do you know you READ MORE
Hi,
You certainly have quite a few issues. I think you should take care of your blood pressure initially, then go on medications for the GERD afterwards. How do you know you have Gerd and not a pulmonary embolus, or some degree of heart failure or some other condition which might be causing you dizziness? Find a Dr. who can sit with you and tell him about your medical situation.
You certainly have quite a few issues. I think you should take care of your blood pressure initially, then go on medications for the GERD afterwards. How do you know you have Gerd and not a pulmonary embolus, or some degree of heart failure or some other condition which might be causing you dizziness? Find a Dr. who can sit with you and tell him about your medical situation.
Feel like something is stuck in my throat?
Interesting symptoms, but all related to your throat. There are other questions to be asked, like, does it affect your voice? Do you have a cough? Is there any difficulty swallowing READ MORE
Interesting symptoms, but all related to your throat. There are other questions to be asked, like, does it affect your voice? Do you have a cough? Is there any difficulty swallowing solids? Or liquids? Or both? Using the symptoms you mentioned, possible causes include: 1. post nasal drip with mucous formation in your throat. 2. Reflux esophagitis 3. A lesion on the pharynx. Kindly see an ENT doctor who will make a diagnosis and help in your management.
My son gets sick every time he gets the flu shot. Is it necessary for him to get one?
Sorry to hear of your dilemma. It would be nice to get your child's immune system boosted around the time of vaccination. The vaccinations are helpful to protect against some of READ MORE
Sorry to hear of your dilemma. It would be nice to get your child's immune system boosted around the time of vaccination. The vaccinations are helpful to protect against some of the serious childhood diseases hence the need for your child to have them at their scheduled times.
My husband is down with a viral infection. Can it pass on to my daughter?
A viral Illness, e.g., the common cold, is easily caught. Taking precautions is essential to protect oneself. Suggestion: Increase the child's vitamin C intake, frequent hand washing, READ MORE
A viral Illness, e.g., the common cold, is easily caught. Taking precautions is essential to protect oneself. Suggestion: Increase the child's vitamin C intake, frequent hand washing, wearing a mask, etc.
Can you take Imodium and prednisone before doing a stool sample?
Great question. This would be decided on by the person (Lab. Tech) who is doing the testing. What is the test for? You could inform the laboratory about the medications you are READ MORE
Great question. This would be decided on by the person (Lab. Tech) who is doing the testing. What is the test for? You could inform the laboratory about the medications you are on when you submit your sample.
Sharp pain In left side front belt line?
The symptoms you describe would be better helped with some more details with an interview. Non the less, It could be a musclo- skeletal pain caused by say a psoas muscle pain, READ MORE
The symptoms you describe would be better helped with some more details with an interview. Non the less, It could be a musclo- skeletal pain caused by say a psoas muscle pain, could be related to bowel action, diverticular disease, or an infection say a UTI. In any case you would be better seening and been examined by a doctor who will be able to make a proper diagnosis..
Stomach discomfort?
This sounds like your condition will need some urgent attention.. Stomach as an organ OR as the entire belly....which ever find yourself at the emergency room..
Stomach issues?
Your condition seems like some stomach related disorder. It would be good to get a doctor involved who will do an examination and tests which would help in giving you an answer. READ MORE
Your condition seems like some stomach related disorder. It would be good to get a doctor involved who will do an examination and tests which would help in giving you an answer.
Hands and legs always cold?
Your question needs to be clear. Your temperature is cold to you subjectively or when someone feels you? How do you measure your temperature? Is the area sweaty and cold, as sweat READ MORE
Your question needs to be clear. Your temperature is cold to you subjectively or when someone feels you? How do you measure your temperature? Is the area sweaty and cold, as sweat glands can be a means of cooling body surfaces? Some person's body temperature can be a few degrees warmer and/or colder than someone else. Persons with thyroid disease, hormonal issues, plenty sweat glands, hypothalamic disorders can be subjected to varying body temperatures.
Feeling cold chills?
Normal body temp is between 97 to 99 degrees F. 72 degrees F is a state of constant cold, so that could be an explanation. Otherwise, you could see your physician to have your READ MORE
Normal body temp is between 97 to 99 degrees F. 72 degrees F is a state of constant cold, so that could be an explanation. Otherwise, you could see your physician to have your thyroid function checked on. Some medications can create untoward or adverse effects.
How to get rid of genital warts?
Hi, I am hearing your concern about your warts a your disappointment in previous consultations. Read up about and try a silver nitrate stick or pencil you could try on the individual READ MORE
Hi, I am hearing your concern about your warts a your disappointment in previous consultations. Read up about and try a silver nitrate stick or pencil you could try on the individual warts..
Can skinny children develop diabetes?
Hi. Yes. Diabetes can make you "skinny" but unwell generally as well. The persons size "centrally obesity" can be predictor, genetically runs in families, induced by eating plenty READ MORE
Hi. Yes.
Diabetes can make you "skinny" but unwell generally as well. The persons size "centrally obesity" can be predictor, genetically runs in families, induced by eating plenty sweets. gestational diabetes is a predictor. if you suspect this then you should be able to tell by doing a simple blood test.
Diabetes can make you "skinny" but unwell generally as well. The persons size "centrally obesity" can be predictor, genetically runs in families, induced by eating plenty sweets. gestational diabetes is a predictor. if you suspect this then you should be able to tell by doing a simple blood test.
