Dr. Sheilla. M

Hey guys, it’s your daily pharmacist Sheilla. I hope you are enjoying my page so far 😊 Your feedback means a lot to me, so please don’t hesitate to contact me in case of anything. I’m at your service. Thank you, have a beautiful healthy week ❤️ #pharmacistlife #medicine

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It is totally okay to take painkillers if you feel pain during period. Taking these painkillers will not make you infertile or harm your uterus. Periods are a difficult time and it’s important to keep yourself comfortable. #menstrualpainrelief #menstruation #womensday

A deworming dose removes all the eggs and worms from the body and stops worm infestation. Deworming should be between every three and six months.

Deworming is important because it prevents worms from taking over the gastro-intestinal system. Worms suck blood and nutrients rendering a child malnourished and an adult anemic. At times they can cause allergic reactions causing the host to develop chronic cough and skin rash.

It's tempting but popping or squeezing a pimple won't necessarily get rid of the problem. Squeezing can push bacteria and pus deeper into the skin, which might cause more swelling and redness. Squeezing also can lead to scabs and might leave you with permanent scars. #acne #skin

Yeast infections are not considered sexually transmitted infections (STIs) because most yeast infections are not transmitted person to person, and they can occur in people who have never had sex. #yeastinfection #std #sexuallytransmitteddiseases #pharmacist #medicine

Pure cranberry juice is an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin E. It’s also a good source of most B vitamins and vitamins K & A, as well as many minerals and antioxidants. These nutrients in cranberries help to prevent the risk of urinary tract infection (UTI). #healthytip

Reward yourself, think of some satisfying incentives, which you will get every time after a week of training. Hire a coach, when you have a coach, he or she can hold you accountable and you can trust them as a professional to guide you through your fitness journey. #exercise

Feeling tired and too lazy to exercise? Here are some tips to help motivate you: Set a schedule, Find a friend to work out with, Try something new, when you do the same training over and over again, it’s normal to feel bored. Exercise outdoors, indoor workouts can be repetitive.

Depression can affect your mood, making you feel sad, guilty, worthless, tired, irritable or angry. It can make it more difficult to perform daily tasks like eating, sleeping or working. #depression #MentalHealthAwareness #mentalhealth

Most people have been sad or experienced grief in their lives. Those feelings tend to fade. Depression is different. People diagnosed with depression experience symptoms that can last for weeks, months or even years.

A vaginal yeast infection is caused by overgrowth of yeast. This infection can cause irritation, intense itching & a thick, white discharge from the vagina. There is no foul odor. Anti-fungal medicine is used to treat the yeast infection. Don’t self diagnose, seek medical help.

There are 3 simple steps that each of us can take to greatly decrease the risk of developing dental problems like tooth decay and gum disease; including proper brushing, flossing and eating a balanced diet. #toothacheday #dentalhygiene

If you experience continued sleep deprivation,you will develop a condition called sleep deficiency.This is a state in which you can’t make up the many lost hours of sleep.Sleep deficiency increases the risk of obesity,diabetes, cardiovascular disease,depression &even early death.

Emergency contraception is used to prevent pregnancy for women who've had unprotected sex or whose birth control method has failed. For maximum effectiveness, emergency contraception should be started as soon as possible after unprotected intercourse and within 72hours.

Get the vaccines for hepatitis,Use a condom during sex.Don't share needles,Practice good personal hygiene.Don't use an infected person's personal items.Take precautions when getting any tattoos/body piercings.Take precaution when traveling to areas of the world with poor hygiene.

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There is no cure for HIV. ARVs can reduce the presence of the virus in the body, but not eliminate it. Some herbal remedies don’t interact well with HIV treatment.  Check with your doctor/clinic to see what is safe to use. #hivAids #medicine #AIDS #aidsawareness #yourdailypharma

Facts about HIV & AIDS: You can have HIV without any symptoms for years. The only way for you or your partner to know if you're positive is to get tested. Most forms of contraception will not protect against HIV except condoms.