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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.
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How long is thc detectable in the blood?

Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) stays in the system for approximately three to four months (3-4 m). Now, the side effects of THC are altered senses, changes in mood, altered sense of READ MORE
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) stays in the system for approximately three to four months (3-4 m). Now, the side effects of THC are altered senses, changes in mood, altered sense of time, difficulty in thinking and problem solving, hallucinations, at high doses, delusion as well as other changes. These are the short-term changes. Chronic effects are exacerbation of psychotic symptoms, neurocognitive impairments, cardiovascular and respiratory and other diseases. Also, can causes schizophrenia. Thank you.

Why have I lost my appetite?

Based on your history, you are not eating in off calories to support you body. The best way to lose weight is by eating few smaller portions of food, sufficient to feel full and READ MORE
Based on your history, you are not eating in off calories to support you body. The best way to lose weight is by eating few smaller portions of food, sufficient to feel full and exercise. Please, see a healthcare provider and a nutritionist to help you with your diet. In addition, you stomach pain could be an stomach ulcer which needs to be check by your provider or a gastroenterologist. It sounds like a good plan for you to get better. Thank you..

Is kidney biopsy painful?

Pain at the biopsy site is common after a kidney biopsy, however, it lasts only few hours. Local anesthesia will be given before the procedure, and it will minimize the pain. Thank READ MORE
Pain at the biopsy site is common after a kidney biopsy, however, it lasts only few hours. Local anesthesia will be given before the procedure, and it will minimize the pain. Thank you.

What can I take for pain after prostate biopsy?

Over the counter pain medication will suffice (Tylenol). Ask your Healthcare provider or better talk to your Urologist who did the procedure. They will prescribe you meds. In case READ MORE
Over the counter pain medication will suffice (Tylenol). Ask your Healthcare provider or better talk to your Urologist who did the procedure. They will prescribe you meds. In case you needed. Thank you

What foods should be avoided if creatinine is high?

The foods to avoid are many such as salty meals, meat, white bread, processed food. High quantity of proteins (protein supplements) caffeine etc. Thank you.

Antibodies in red blood cells?

Hmm. The most common causes of developing antibodies are from blood transfusion, from pregnancy or even from exposure to some viruses and bacteria. Thinking deeper, it could be READ MORE
Hmm. The most common causes of developing antibodies are from blood transfusion, from pregnancy or even from exposure to some viruses and bacteria. Thinking deeper, it could be cause by your immune system? But this is rare, specially at your age. Anyway, check with a Hematologist (internal Medicine Specialty) to do some tests if necessary. Thank you.

Vaccine booster?

COVID is a virus and since it is a virus, and the virus change their generic code frequently, the yearly vaccine, as the flu and other viral diseases is good to take the booster. READ MORE
COVID is a virus and since it is a virus, and the virus change their generic code frequently, the yearly vaccine, as the flu and other viral diseases is good to take the booster. Now, that doesn’t mean that you are not going to get COVID again, it means that you are better protected. It is up to you to take. I would recommend taking it if you are an immune compromised patient. In that cases it would give you an additional protection. Now, I learned long time ago that the best way to protect yourself is frequent hand washing, mask, anywhere you go, and personal hygiene. Thank you.

What causes kidney levels to be high?

When you say that you have kidney levels high. Are you referring to your glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and creatinine? Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) greater than 60 or higher READ MORE
When you say that you have kidney levels high. Are you referring to your glomerular filtration rate (GFR) and creatinine?
Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) greater than 60 or higher is the normal range. GRR lower than 60 may mean kidney disease. GFR 15 or lower may mean kidney failure. There are urine tests, Dipstick urine test, Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (UACR) which compares albumin to creatinine in your urine. Blood tests, Serum creatinine, glomerular filtration rate (GFR), Blood Urea Nitrogen, Blood test, Imaging, and others. Now, there are multiple reasons for increase GFR and creatinine. They are drug toxicity, kidney infection, diabetes, glomerulonephritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney failure etc. Thank you.

It burns to pee?

Most likely you have a urinary tract infection. The symptoms of UTI are burning sensation, urgency and hesitancy. By taking OTC anti-inflammatory medications, ibuprofen, can help. READ MORE
Most likely you have a urinary tract infection. The symptoms of UTI are burning sensation, urgency and hesitancy. By taking OTC anti-inflammatory medications, ibuprofen, can help. Drink plenty of fluid. Sexually transmitted infections can also cause painful urination. It would be wise to see your healthcare provider or a Urologist to do the necessary tests to be sent to the laboratory for the right diagnosis.

Covid vaccine?

The vaccine is safe and many people with your same medical issues have taking it without any problem. It is your decision to take it. It is like the flu vaccine. Thank you.

Blood clots?

Please, check with your healthcare provider. He knows your complete medical history. Probably he would recommend a baby aspirin, but it's better to follow his recommendation. Thank READ MORE
Please, check with your healthcare provider. He knows your complete medical history. Probably he would recommend a baby aspirin, but it's better to follow his recommendation. Thank you.

Hepatitis B and C transmission?

Yes, but it is not that common. In other words, it doesn't occur very often. Anyway, if you are in doubt, go to your healthcare provider to do the test. Thank you.

What type of sedation is used for a kidney biopsy?

Kidney biopsy is usually done while you are awake. Local anesthetic is applied to the area of needle injection. Now, there is an open kidney biopsy, and, in this case, general READ MORE
Kidney biopsy is usually done while you are awake. Local anesthetic is applied to the area of needle injection. Now, there is an open kidney biopsy, and, in this case, general anesthesia is required. In an open kidney biopsy, there is a small cut in the skin close to the kidney (right or left), and a small tissue sample is obtained during the procedure. After an open kidney biopsy, you are taken to the recovery room for several hours. The purpose to do this is to watch your blood pressure, pulse, and urine. In addition, they must check and make sure that you don’t have an internal bleeding at the biopsy site. They can release you the same day, however, sometimes, you must be overnight for observation. Some pain and soreness near the biopsy sit is expected. Make sure that you stay resting for at least two weeks before going back to your normal duties. Thank you.

Are you sedated for a bone marrow biopsy?

You will receive IV sedation and after the procedure you will be taken to a recovery area. Plan to have someone to drive you back home. You can continue your daily activities as READ MORE
You will receive IV sedation and after the procedure you will be taken to a recovery area. Plan to have someone to drive you back home. You can continue your daily activities as soon as you feel adequate. However, it is recommended not submerging the skin area of biopsy in water (no swimming or wetting the area), and not strenuous exercises for at least a week. Please, check with your healthcare provider. Thank you.

My cold sore won’t go away?

Core sores on the lip are small blisters that are caused by Herpes Simplex Virus. They commonly clear up within 7 – 10 days but could last from 1 to 3 weeks. Cold sores are the READ MORE
Core sores on the lip are small blisters that are caused by Herpes Simplex Virus. They commonly clear up within 7 – 10 days but could last from 1 to 3 weeks. Cold sores are the most contagious when rupture, although they are contagious from the firt time you feel it oround your mouth. There are antiviral drugs that help to get rid of them. Those drugs could be acyclovir, valacyclovir, penciclovir as well as others. If you are having frequent outbreaks, consider going to your healthcare provider for a prescribed medication. Core sores are triggered by different things which includes sunlight, trauma (in your case the needle injection could be the etiologic factor), and women in their menstrual period. The cold sire spread through saliva or close contact which is often by kissing or shearing utensils, straws, lips balm and towels. Thank you.

What is the cause of high platelet count?

Inflammatory conditions like autoimmune diseases, cancer, trauma, infections, and iron deficiency. High platelets count could be worrisome if you are at risk of developing blood READ MORE
Inflammatory conditions like autoimmune diseases, cancer, trauma, infections, and iron deficiency. High platelets count could be worrisome if you are at risk of developing blood clots. Thank you.

What is the most important test for kidney function?

Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) greater than 60 or higher is the normal range. GRR lower than 60 may mean kidney disease. GFR 15 or lower may mean kidney failure. There are urine READ MORE
Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) greater than 60 or higher is the normal range. GRR lower than 60 may mean kidney disease. GFR 15 or lower may mean kidney failure. There are urine tests, Dipstick urine test, Urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio (UACR) which compares albumin to creatinine in your urine. Blood tests, Serum creatinine, glomerular filtration rate (GFR), Blood Urea Nitrogen, Blood test, Imaging, and others. Thank you.

Does bone marrow biopsy hurt?

The biopsy can cause a dull pain. Your doctor will give you a pain medication prescription for few days. However, the discomfort is very tolerable. You will receive IV sedation READ MORE
The biopsy can cause a dull pain. Your doctor will give you a pain medication prescription for few days. However, the discomfort is very tolerable. You will receive IV sedation and after the procedure you will be taken to a recovery area. Plan to have someone to drive you back home. You can continue your daily activities as soon as you feel adequate. However, it is recommended not submerging the skin area of biopsy in water (no swimming or wetting the area), and not strenuous exercises for at least a week. Please, check with your healthcare provider. Thank you.

What is normal creatinine for age?

The normal creatinine level for a 41 to 61 years old woman is 0.5 to 1.1 mg/dL of serum creatinine level. Thank you.

Loss of red cells?

No, when you gives plasma there is a period of time that needs to be elapsed until your plasma is recovered. Plasmapheresis is done by taking blood and using a machine to separate READ MORE
No, when you gives plasma there is a period of time that needs to be elapsed until your plasma is recovered. Plasmapheresis is done by taking blood and using a machine to separate the plasma from blood. Then, they replace the plasma with fluid, add the replacement fluid to the blood and return the blood to the person receiving treatment. what they took was only your plasma that was replaced with fluid. There is no blood loss. Your blood is return to the body with protein called albumin. During plasma exchange your blood pressure is lower than usual. This can cause you feel weak, dizzy, or nauseous. Drink a lot of water in the days before the procedures. Hydrate that it will help you. Thank you.