
Dr. Hossein Akhondi asl M.D.
Internist
110 Irving St Nw # 2a38 Washington DC, 20010About
Dr. Hossein Akhondi asl is an internist practicing in Washington, DC. Dr. Akhondi asl 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. Akhondi asl 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.
Education and Training
Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS) 1999
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Dr. Hossein Akhondi asl M.D.'s Expert Contributions
What do high lymphocytes mean?
White blood cells come in several forms. One of these are Lymphocytes. Granulocytes are increased in response to acute events (stress, infection... ) and lymphocytes are elevated in response to chronic events ( inflammation, infection... ) Sometimes high lymphocytes is a reflection of chronic diseases but occasionally it can be just a normal finding. If your total white blood cell count is elevated and lymphocytes are elevated then you need further work up but otherwise you should probably be ok. Your primary care doctor can counsel you on this. READ MORE
How do I get water out of my ear?
That's a common problem with swimming. Best way to avoid it, is to wet inside of the ears manually before submerging in water. Also to avoid sudden splashes in water and use ear guards. Most of the time it goes away by itself. If not, one easy way to get rid of it is to put your finger in the affected ear and hop on the leg at the same side for a few minutes. It's extremely rare for an infection to happen but in case of continued symptoms, visit your doctor. READ MORE
Treatments
- Ear Infection
- Fever
- Flu
- Gastroenteritis
- Pain
- Stomach Flu
- Strep Throat
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