Question 1

What is Positional Plagiocephaly and what causes it?

Accepted Answer

Positional plagiocephaly, also known as deformational plagiocephaly or flathead syndrome, is defined as flatness on the back of an infant's head, occurring on either the right or the left side. This can occur because the infant prefers to sleep on one side or has significant neck tightness. This can cause various changes to the head, including forehead bulging and changes in ear position.

Question 2

What advanced techniques does Dr. Amjad use for wound closure?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Amjad utilizes a specific device for closing open wounds on areas like the chest, arms, or legs. This device allows for precise adjustment to the wound size and careful control of skin tension, ensuring the skin edges are brought together optimally. The process is stopped if tension becomes too high, prioritizing patient safety and optimal healing by stretching the skin in reverse.

Question 3

What should parents know about macrocephaly and normal head variations in infants?

Accepted Answer

Macrocephaly, or a large head, can be a normal condition, especially if it falls within the normal growth curve. Bitemporal widening (widening on both sides of the head) is also a normal head shape variation. However, macrocephaly can sometimes be caused by an excess of fluid in the brain, so any concerns should be evaluated by a pediatrician or pediatric craniofacial surgeon.

Question 4

Does cracking knuckles cause arthritis?

Accepted Answer

The old wives' tale that cracking knuckles causes arthritis is not true. While most opinions suggest that in the short term it does nothing to the joint, over time, continued pulling can cause some ligament laxity, which could open one up to more injuries. Dr. Amjad personally does not crack his knuckles and generally advises against it.

Question 5

Does shaving make hair grow back thicker or coarser?

Accepted Answer

The belief that shaving hair will make it grow in thicker and more coarse is false. While the stubble immediately after shaving may feel thick, pointy, and coarse, over time (e.g., a month or three months), the hair takes on the characteristics it had before it was shaved and does not grow in as coarse in the long term.

Question 6

What causes warts, and can you get them from frogs?

Accepted Answer

No, the old wives' tale that you can get warts from touching frogs is not true. Human warts are caused by different types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that infect various areas of the body. For example, planter warts are found on the feet and can be very painful, and warts can also occur on fingers and vocal cords.

Question 7

What are Dr. Amjad's recommended treatments for warts?

Accepted Answer

Warts are self-limited, meaning they will theoretically go away if left alone, but they can be painful and difficult to deal with, often prompting treatment. Over-the-counter treatments work by burning the skin involved with the virus. Surgical excision is typically considered when the wart is very big or super deep. For planter warts or warts on the fingers, Dr. Amjad's preferred method is a multi-step process: wrap the wart with duct tape for one week continuously. After removal, use gauze to rub off the mushy wart skin, then apply wart cream to the remaining deeper layer (the base) to treat where the wart could still reside. Following this process, the wart should be gone.

Question 8

What is the primary purpose of liposuction in Dr. Amjad's practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Amjad clarifies that liposuction was never intended for general fat reduction, but rather for body sculpting. He emphasizes that complications will increase if liposuction is used improperly, highlighting its role as a contouring tool.

Question 9

What is the main difference between liposuction and liposculpting, and which is better for specific body goals?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Amjad clarifies that liposuction was never intended for general fat reduction, but rather for body sculpting. He emphasizes that complications will increase if liposuction is used improperly, highlighting its role as a contouring tool.

Question 10

Can you actually get warts from touching frogs, and what are the real causes of warts?

Accepted Answer

No, the old wives' tale that you can get warts from touching frogs is not true. Human warts are caused by different types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that infect various areas of the body. For example, planter warts are found on the feet and can be very painful, and warts can also occur on fingers and vocal cords.

Question 11

What is the most effective way to treat or remove warts, both at home and medically?

Accepted Answer

Warts are self-limited, meaning they will theoretically go away if left alone, but they can be painful and difficult to deal with, often prompting treatment. Over-the-counter treatments work by burning the skin involved with the virus. Surgical excision is typically considered when the wart is very big or super deep. For planter warts or warts on the fingers, Dr. Amjad's preferred method is a multi-step process: wrap the wart with duct tape for one week continuously. After removal, use gauze to rub off the mushy wart skin, then apply wart cream to the remaining deeper layer (the base) to treat where the wart could still reside. Following this process, the wart should be gone.

Question 12

Does shaving really make hair grow back thicker, darker, or faster, or is that a myth?

Accepted Answer

The belief that shaving hair will make it grow in thicker and more coarse is false. While the stubble immediately after shaving may feel thick, pointy, and coarse, over time (e.g., a month or three months), the hair takes on the characteristics it had before it was shaved and does not grow in as coarse in the long term.

Question 13

What does Dr. Amjad say about safety?

Accepted Answer

The process of screwing down the device is stopped if the tension on the wound becomes too high.

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