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Dr. Kimberly Davis-Seagle, M.D.

Internist

Dr. Kimberly Davis-Seagle is an internist practicing in Mt Pleasant, South Carolina. Dr. Davis-Seagle 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. Davis-Seagle 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.
Dr. Kimberly Davis-Seagle, M.D.
  • Mt Pleasant, South Carolina
  • University of South Carolina
  • Accepting new patients

How do blood thinners work?

That’s a difficult question to answer since I do not know what type of blood thinner your husband was prescribed. However, all blood thinners have boundaries of what you should READ MORE
That’s a difficult question to answer since I do not know what type of blood thinner your husband was prescribed. However, all blood thinners have boundaries of what you should do or not do, foods you should eat or not eat depending on the type and also various precautions such as not using power tools and not getting on a ladder more than 3 feet off the ground to avoid any potential falls and protection of the head or hitting the head during a fall - all are part of the precautions you should be observing.

Why I am still feeling weak after having my surgery last month?

There are many different factors that go into the feelings of weakness and a pos-op situation, so I would discuss this with your surgeon and perhaps there are additional labs that READ MORE
There are many different factors that go into the feelings of weakness and a pos-op situation, so I would discuss this with your surgeon and perhaps there are additional labs that should be looked at, and in the meantime, you should concentrate on proper nutrition, adequate hydration, and getting some additional exercise on a daily basis.

I have a question about liver numbers?

Usually if the liver transaminases, i.e. AST and aALT are within normal limits then you do not have Hepatitis(inflammation of the liver) based on cirrhosis so quite honestly unless READ MORE
Usually if the liver transaminases, i.e. AST and aALT are within normal limits then you do not have Hepatitis(inflammation of the liver) based on cirrhosis so quite honestly unless you have “end stage”liver disease the liver can be so exquisitely damaged such that the liver actually cannot produce those high levels of transaminases anymore —so based on what you’ve said // I would say you actually don’t have any indication of cirrhosis

Why does my stomach hurt when hungry?

The encounter of stomach discomfort on the stomach is empty is an indication that the acid buildup may be causing some damage to the lining of your stomach so if you’re unable READ MORE
The encounter of stomach discomfort on the stomach is empty is an indication that the acid buildup may be causing some damage to the lining of your stomach so if you’re unable to eat it would be best to use some topical type an asset to prevent additional stomach damage

How long does it take to recover from heart ablation surgery?

If the ablation is for a dysrhythmia such as atrial fabulation, then typically the recovery is exquisitely short term similar to a heart Kath 3 to 5 days and should be good to READ MORE
If the ablation is for a dysrhythmia such as atrial fabulation, then typically the recovery is exquisitely short term similar to a heart Kath 3 to 5 days and should be good to go. Just follow the guidelines set forth by the cardiologist.

Why is my daughter's skin getting burnt?

I’m sorry this answer may be a bit late, but in children, especially if they have a fair complexion, sunscreen needs to be applied prior to leaving the comfort of a non-sun area READ MORE
I’m sorry this answer may be a bit late, but in children, especially if they have a fair complexion, sunscreen needs to be applied prior to leaving the comfort of a non-sun area and apply it every two hours when in the sun. Also, certain medications may make you more vulnerable to sunburn.

I have extreme gas - very smelly?

Typically this may come from an upset microbio system in the G.I. tract which typically works itself out through a regimen of probiotics as well as fiber as well as a good water READ MORE
Typically this may come from an upset microbio system in the G.I. tract which typically works itself out through a regimen of probiotics as well as fiber as well as a good water intake looking at about half your body weight in fluid ounces per day

What are these tiny white pieces I am spitting up?

Most likely those are something called tonsil lists that are combination of food particles with bacteria that gets trapped in small encrypted holes and the tonsil like material READ MORE
Most likely those are something called tonsil lists that are combination of food particles with bacteria that gets trapped in small encrypted holes and the tonsil like material in the size of the back of your throat and sometimes are the cause of bad breath so it would be wise to do some gargling and look in the mirror and check to see if you see any of those little white pockets of trapped material

Is there a way to relieve a thrombosed hemorrhoid at home?

Thrombosed hemorrhoid is difficult to relieve on your own unless it spontaneously ruptures and then you can massage the engorged blood vessel and expressed the clot but otherwise READ MORE
Thrombosed hemorrhoid is difficult to relieve on your own unless it spontaneously ruptures and then you can massage the engorged blood vessel and expressed the clot but otherwise you should be under the care of a healthcare specialist

What is the recovery time for laparoscopic hiatal hernia surgery?

Since her surgery is considered laparoscopic the recovery time should be pretty short in terms of four weeks or less but you should clear that with your surgeon who is more familiar READ MORE
Since her surgery is considered laparoscopic the recovery time should be pretty short in terms of four weeks or less but you should clear that with your surgeon who is more familiar with your anatomical the facts than I am. Good luck with your surgery

How can I control my blood pressure apart from medication?

If you have Internet access there’s something called the “dash”diet which is “dietary approaches to stopping”hypertension in addition to good sleep and if there’s any suspicion READ MORE
If you have Internet access there’s something called the “dash”diet which is “dietary approaches to stopping”hypertension in addition to good sleep and if there’s any suspicion of sleep apnea that needs to be diagnosed and treated. Weight loss is helpful and do not smoke tobacco or consume more than 1 caffeinated beverage per day.

Help me

This sounds more like a soft tissue or a rotator cuff injury, which should be further evaluated through an orthopedic specialist and perhaps an MRI, but that remains in the discretion READ MORE
This sounds more like a soft tissue or a rotator cuff injury, which should be further evaluated through an orthopedic specialist and perhaps an MRI, but that remains in the discretion of the physician that is evaluating you.

Why is my child's body always so hot?

I am not a pediatrician and do not feel qualified to answer that. However, the common sense answer would be to check your daughter's temperature and make sure her core temperature READ MORE
I am not a pediatrician and do not feel qualified to answer that. However, the common sense answer would be to check your daughter's temperature and make sure her core temperature is not elevated. However, if it is, you should contact her pediatrician.

Can the flu be treated with just tylenol?

Yes many people survive flu symptoms without the addition of an antiviral medication or else the flu in general would be much more deadly so as long as your condition improves READ MORE
Yes many people survive flu symptoms without the addition of an antiviral medication or else the flu in general would be much more deadly so as long as your condition improves and you’re not having any trouble with breathing or a huge amount of mucus burden Tylenol is fine with rest and time for recovery