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my 50 year brother did a chest x-ray here are results what do we do next?,however doing moderate work regular walking healthy diet and keeping stress minimal help in keeping heart healthier.
my granddaughter holds her breath when she cry's yesterday she fainted on me. how should i handle this. my granddaughter is 18mths and is now climbing on everything yesterday she fell off the chair no marks where left but do to the fact of being scared and hurt she holds her breathe when she cry's and therefor pasted out on me.,breath-holding spells are just a type of tantrum. while shocking to witness they are innocent and are likely to happen again until she gets out of her tantrum stage (about another year). clearly we can't give kids everything they want 100% of the time to avoid confrontation so you may see another one real soon. in this case your grand-daughter brought it on herself so make sure to point this out to her as a teachable moment. you will find lots of information on the internet regarding these breath-holding spells. hang in there grandma.
i'm donatin an egg its going to be stored. they already did ultrasound in my vagina. can my husband do oral sex on me?,hi i cant think of a reason for not giving you oral sex. enjoy. good luck
do surgeons look for marijuana in a urine test during pre-admission testing for open hip surgery? . i am going to undergo open hip surgery to correct an abnormality. before surgery is a pre-admission test that they run on patients that include a urine sample. i'm not a smoker but i did smoke marijuana recently and i was wondering if that would show up in the urine sample or if i should make that aware to my anesthesia doctor that i consult with before hand?,you should tell both your surgeon and your anesthesiologist about your marijuana use. a routine urine sample is not a drug test but your surgical team must have this information so be open and honest.
i feel hot on the inside but no fever. i have a stomach ache and my throat hurt and glands feel swollen.,even with out a fever you can still be sick. you could have a virus that is going around. but with sore throat and swollen glands could possibly be strep throat which can in some cases make you have nausea. you do not always run a fever with strep throat. i am not a doctor but it does not hurt to go to the dr. the worst thing they can say is it is a virus and it has to take it's course.
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of synthroid?,if overdose is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. symptoms of overdose may include: fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat loss of consciousness confusion seizures.
i have all the symptoms of a uti but every urinalysis and culture comes back negative. what else may be going on? . i have had 3 urinalysis and 1 culture done and they have all come back negative i have even had blood in my urine once at home and when i wiped myself there was blood on the toilet paper but the same day a urinalysis and culture was done and it came back negative. this has been going on for a month now. what other test should be ordered?,about half of women (i am assuming you are female) who experience classic symptoms of a uti do not really have one. your negative cultures and uas tend to support that there is another reason for your symptoms. burning on urination can be urethritis (irritation of your urinary opening) caused by any number of things from sexual activity irritation from soaps chemical reactions or vaginal infections. blood can be caused by irritation as well but since this has been going on for over a month and has not be solved perhaps a higher level exam by a urologist would be prudent.
when i started having kids i started getting boils around my panty line and my bra line any idea why?,this could be a condition called hidradenitis suppurativa which could occur at any time. it is a scarring condition of recurrent boils in the groin under the bra line and even at the underarm region. it may be worse due to hormonal imbalance and weight gain. there are oral and topical treatments your dermatologist would be able to offer to help control the condition and minimize scarring.
how many days a week should i exercise?,the amount of exercise you would need per week depends on your overall health and fitness goals. the american college of sports medicine recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity (brisk walking) exercise per week for general heart health. if you want to lose weight 250 minutes a week or more is suggested. aerobic exercise can be broken into 10 minute bouts adding up to 30 minutes as long as the 10 minute sessions are at moderate intensity.
when can you return to running/jogging after a bartholin cyst is removed? . i had a bartholin cyst removed one week ago at the er. i am unable to see my gynecologist for 2 more weeks. the word catheter. has fallen out on its own and there is no pain remaining but still taking the antibiotic.,you will need to be specifically cleared by the medical provider who is treating you -- the one familar with the details of your case. healing time varies from person to person so there is really no set rules for when to return to strenous activities.
the back of my head itches and is starting to have hair loss but baldness does not run in my family. what is the cause?,there are many causes for itchy scalps but dry skin would be high on the list as well as chemical sensitivity reactions (to shampoo) fungal scalp infections and yes even head lice. it is not possible to determine a specific cause based on itching alone. he will need to see a medical provider or dermatologist for a proper examination but in the meantime he can try some medicated over-the-counter shampoo used for dry scalp conditions to see if it helps. a pharmacist can help him chose a proper one.
am i pregnant? . i just got off my period yesterday and my boyfriend and i had sex he came inside me. an hour after i went to the bathroom to find out that i'm bleeding a little bit. what does this mean and can it be implantation bleeding?,hi first you need to get some plan b and take it there is 72 window to take it ok. ok just in case you don't know how your cycle works it s like this. day 1 first day of your period day 14 is ovulation day give or take a day day 21 is implantation day then on to your next period. ok male sperm takes 3 days to reach your womb and depending where you read it can live from 5 7 or 10 days so if this unprotected sex was say day 8 then yes you could get pregnant if you don't take plan b or something like it. does this help you? good luck
i want to know whether my liver is in bad condition.,the liver is a workhouse for metabolism of protein and fat (lipids). when there is an excess of lipid in your blood than the capacity to metabolize by the liver the excessive lipids start to accumulate in hepatic cells known as fatty liver. this is an ongoing process if not taken proper steps to prevent it. i am sure that your liver is not in bad condition at all and it can be reverted to normal metabolism by regular exercise intermittent fasting use of omega fatty acids containing oils in diet reducing fat content in diet and by avoiding alcohol. the probable causes:diet and alcohol. investigations to be done:lft (liver function tests) and ultrasonography abdomen. probable diagnosis:fatty liver. treatment plan:conservative treatment. preventive measures:1. regular exercise. 2. intermittent fasting. 3. use of omega fatty acids containing oils in the diet. 4. reducing fat content in diet. 5. avoiding alcohol. regarding follow up:for further information consult a medical gastroenterologist online. ---> <link>
im 21 and cannot orgasm or stay wet during sex and its only been this past year whats going on? . hi i am 21 years old married with a 2 year old kid i also have a vaginal std herpes and i have also had a bacterial infection twice on that went through my blood after i had my son and another one this past june and i didnt get it treated for 3 months i have pain during sex and i cant stay wet or orgasm and i used to be a squirter but now nothing this past year has been very depressing for me and i dont know what do to,i have same problem except i use to get wet before i had a hysterectomy but i have never had an orgasm either and if i did i did not reconize it
on birth control the nuvaring but not sure if i'm pregnant or not. i've been on nuvaring less than a year but messed up for first time. i have an app helping me keep track and it notifies me the day of to take it out. always on sundays but my phone notified me the next day on monday. this was last week so i had it in an extra day than i should have. i took it out but during the week my boyfriend and i did it without protection but he didn't finish. looking at other websites it says stuffy noses are weird early signs of pregnancy (now having). am i pregnant?,hi the only thing you can do is wait to see if your next period comes when you have the break from the ring for a week if it does not come time to get a test done. it would be the best way. good luck
can i get a vasectomy if i have genital herpes,sure. but not during an active outbreak.
when should i call my doctor about shingles?,you suspect an outbreak is beginning. if you take antiviral drugs in the early stages you may shorten the course of the infection. shingles on your face spreads near your eye. seek treatment from an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) to avoid possible cornea damage. the affected area becomes secondarily infected with bacteria (indicated by spreading redness swelling a high fever and pus). antibiotics can help halt the spread of bacterial infection but not the shingles itself. your rash lasts longer than 10 days without improvement. get treatment to avoid potential nerve damage. the pain becomes too great to bear. your doctor may prescribe stronger painkillers or a nerve block.
we are trying to conceive should i think of iui (intrauterine insemination) as an option,hi. considering that you have uterine tb and anti sperm antigens its better to go for iui. this will result in early pregnancy with minimal side effects and a healthy baby. you should not waste time trying the natural way. thanks
my hair is falling…. please help!,hi… it seems that you are going through hormonal changes in your body that usually are the reason for hair loss in this age. try taking vitamin e tablets and apply skin nourishing oils to the scalpe daily thanks
can viagra stop a period?,the effects of viagra on any individual depends on her initial hormonal status. it may or may not stop preiods. cant say. but even if viagra is the reason for not getting periods it will be a temporary effect and u will get periods soon
i have been suffering from joint disease for 2 months?,infra red can worsen your condition if you have 1 rheumatoid arthritis 2 if you get exposed to cold air after wards 3 if you have a cardiovascular or renal problemi recommend you do c-reactive protein rh factor calcium/phosphorus levels tests also have a urine test good luck
if i'm unemployed without benefits and couldn't find job yet how suposse to i can pay this health insurance? . i try to find a job this last year and a half and nothing i post around 10 application a day in different kind of jobs i am 46 years old. every job that applied is 400 to 600 other people applying at the same one and some with more experience and upper level of education.,the law makes available financial assistance for people with low and middle incomes. if you're not working you'll likely either qualify for medicaid (if you live in a state expanding its program) or highly subsidized health insurance. if medicaid is not available to you where you live and you are unable to afford insurance even with subsidies (meaning the lowest priced health plan costs more than 8% of your income) you will not be penalized for failing to have health insurance.
how exactly does the birth control pill work? how long does it take to become an effective use of contraception?,this article will answer both of your questions and much more about birth control pills.
what types of food should you eat when diagnosed with shingles? . my partner has shingles and i have never had chickenpox nor have i been vaccinated for chickenpox. should i be around him and how long should i stay away. what steps do to disinfect his home?,you have most likely been exposed already but not all people who are exposed with get shingles or in your case chicken pox. many people have antibiotics against chicken pox with only having a mild case in the past and not being diagnosed. if he has active shingles (herpes zoster) now he is contagious from direct contact with skin to skin or through fomites (items contaminated from active lesions like clothing or objects). shingles is not airborne. consider him contagious until his lesions resolve and go get a vaccine. just in case. disinfect any potentially contaminated things with a bleach solution or lysol spray.
i had an arm implant inserted condom broke pharmacy reassured us that i wouldn’t be pregnant?,hi it is highly unlikely that you are pregnant probably implant side effects long period is a side effect of the implant so i see no reason to be concerned good luck
i have been diagnosed with barrets esophagus and severe acid reflux are ppis safe for me?,if i am a decision maker in your case. i would consider surgical options first to remove the abnormal cells causing barrett’s esophagus. then taking ppis in a low dose … like once every 2days and ranitidine 300mg every night as the long term use of ppis is accompanied with high risk of developing kidney disease. make the necessary life style changes avoid caffeinated beverages. spice and fatty foods. chocolate and peppermint. do not lye down at least 4hours after eating. speedy recovery wishes.
what are the medical causes of hair loss in children?,for the majority of children suffering hair loss one of the following conditions is the cause. your child's pediatrician or a pediatric dermatologist should be able to diagnose these conditions and prescribe the appropriate treatment. tinea capitis. tinea capitis commonly known as ringworm of the scalp is a fungal infection often seen in children. it can show up in a number of ways but often as scaly patches of hair loss on the head. the patches are usually round or oval. the hairs may be broken off at the surface of the skin and look like black dots on the scalp. because ringworm is contagious your child should be careful not to share any objects that touch the head such as hats pillow cases or brushes. alopecia areata. alopecia areata is a non-contagious condition of hair loss thought to be caused by the body's immune system attacking the hair follicles. it is characterized by the sudden appearance of round or oval patches of hair loss. the patches are slick or smooth without scaling or broken hairs. about 25% of children also have pitting and ridging of the nails. while there is no cure for alopecia areata treatment can control the disease in some children. many have their hair back within a year although regrowth is unpredictable and many will lose hair again. for about 5% of children the disease progresses to alopecia totalis -- loss of all of the hair on the scalp. some of these will develop alopecia universalis -- a total loss of body hair. trichotillomania. trichotillomania is hair loss caused by pulling plucking twisting or rubbing. the hair loss is patchy and characterized by broken hairs of varying length. patches are typically seen on the side of the child's dominant hand. trichotillomania may be triggered by a stressor in your child's life such as the loss of a grandparent birth of a sibling or a divorce. if you notice your child pulling hair scolding will not likely be helpful. however counseling to help your child deal with the source of stress that triggered the habit may help stop it. telogen effluvium. telogen effluvium is a condition in which a sudden or severe stress -- such as extremely high fever surgery under general anesthesia the death of a loved one a severe injury or the use of certain prescription medications -- interrupts the normal cycle of hair growth. the hair follicles stop growing prematurely and enter a resting phase (called the telogen phase). between six and 16 weeks later hair sheds excessively leading to partial or complete baldness. there are no conclusive tests to diagnose telogen effluvium; there is also no treatment for it. however once the stressful event is over full hair growth usually returns within six months to a year. nutritional deficiency. though less common hair loss can be a symptom of deficiencies in certain nutrients including: vitamin h or biotin one of the b complex of vitamins which help the body to convert carbohydrates into glucose to fuel the body. zinc an essential mineral involved in numerous aspects of cellular metabolism. it also supports normal growth and development during pregnancy childhood and adolescence. in some cases hair loss can be a symptom of too much vitamin a. with a healthy varied diet most children will not experience nutritional deficiencies that lead to hair loss. however if you suspect a problem speak to your child's doctor before giving nutritional supplements. endocrine problems. in some children the cause of hair loss is hypothyroidism a condition in which the thyroid is underactive and is producing an insufficient amount of thyroid hormones required for regulating metabolism. a diagnosis of hypothyroidism is made by a blood test and possibly a scan of the thyroid gland.
what are common causes of chronic diarrhea?,irritable bowel syndrome. irritable bowel syndrome is a functional cause of diarrhea or constipation. inflammation does not typically exist in the affected bowel. (nevertheless recent information suggests that there may be a component of inflammation in ibs. ) it may be caused by several different underlying problems but it is believed that the most common cause is rapid passage of the intestinal contents through the colon. infectious diseases. there are a few infectious diseases that can cause chronic diarrhea for example giardia lamblia. patients with aids often have chronic infections of their intestines that cause diarrhea. bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine. because of small intestinal problems normal colonic bacteria may spread from the colon and into the small intestine. when they do they are in a position to digest food that the small intestine has not had time to digest and absorb. the mechanism that leads to the development of diarrhea in bacterial overgrowth is not known. post-infectious. following acute viral bacterial or parasitic infections some individuals develop chronic diarrhea. the cause of this type of diarrhea is not clear but some of the individuals have bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine. this condition also is referred to as post-infectious ibs. inflammatory bowel disease. crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis diseases causing inflammation of the small intestine and/or colon commonly cause chronic diarrhea. colon cancer. colon cancer can cause either diarrhea or constipation. if the cancer blocks the passage of stool it usually causes constipation. sometimes however there is secretion of water behind the blockage and liquid stool from behind the blockage leaks around the cancer and results in diarrhea. cancer particularly in the distal part of the colon can lead to thin stools. cancer in the rectum can lead to a sense of incomplete evacuation. severe constipation. by blocking the colon hardened stool can lead to the same problems as colon cancer. carbohydrate (sugar) malabsorption. carbohydrate or sugar malabsorption is an inability to digest and absorb sugars. the most well-recognized malabsorption of sugar occurs with lactase deficiency (also known as lactose or milk intolerance) in which milk products containing the milk sugar lactose lead to diarrhea. the lactose is not broken up in the intestine because of the absence of an intestinal enzyme lactase that normally breaks up lactose. without being broken up lactose cannot be absorbed into the body. the undigested lactose reaches the colon and pulls water (by osmosis) into the colon. this leads to diarrhea. although lactose is the most common form of sugar malabsorption other sugars in the diet also may cause diarrhea including fructose and sorbitol. fat malabsorption. malabsorption of fat is the inability to digest or absorb fat. fat malabsorption may occur because of reduced pancreatic secretions that are necessary for normal digestion of fat (for example due to pancreatitis or pancreatic cancer) or by diseases of the lining of the small intestine that prevent the absorption of digested fat (for example celiac disease). undigested fat enters the last part of the small intestine and colon where bacteria turn it into substances (chemicals) that cause water to be secreted by the small intestine and colon. passage through the small intestine and colon also may be more rapid when there is malabsorption of fat. endocrine diseases. several endocrine diseases (imbalances of hormones) may cause diarrhea for example an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism) and an underactive pituitary or adrenal gland (addison's disease). laxative abuse. the abuse of laxatives by individuals who want attention or to lose weight is an occasional cause of chronic diarrhea.
can you get rotavirus if you have had the immunization,yes. the vaccine does not prevent an infection from every strain of rotavirus; just the more common ones.
my partner bled heavily after 3 years of menopause. what to do?,postmenopausal bleeding is the vaginal bleeding which occurs 1 year after attaining menopause. it should be evaluated particularly in whom with a family history of carcinoma. pmp bleeding patients are at high risk of endometrial cancer. the causes of pmp bleeding include vaginal atrophy (the most common) hormonal replacement therapy for menopause like tamoxifen endometritis or endometrial infection endometrial hyperplasia endometrial carcinoma cervical polyps cervical carcinoma and any other gynecological carcinoma. better to go for tvus (transvaginal ultrasound scan) pap smear and then endometrial biopsy based on the wall thickness. for further information consult an internal medicine physician online --> <link>
when should antibiotics be used for diarrhea?,most episodes of diarrhea are acute and of short duration and do not require antibiotics. antibiotics are not even necessary for the most common bacterial infections that cause diarrhea. antibiotics however often are used when (1) patients have more severe and persistent diarrhea (2) patients have additional debilitating diseases such as heart failure lung disease and aids (3) stool examination and testing discloses parasites more serious bacterial infections (for example shigella ) or c. difficile and 4) traveler's diarrhea.
what is normal blood pressure. i started on an exercise program about three months ago. i am on high bp meds. now i notice my bp is usually 115/56-66. i also feel really uncomfortable and dizzy when i stand up. is it too low now? used to be 130-140/75-85.,hi your blood pressure rises with each heartbeat and falls when your heart relaxes between beats. while bp can change from minute to minute with changes in posture exercise stress or sleep it should normally be less than 120/80 mm hg (less than 120 systolic and less than 80 diastolic) for an adult age 20 or over. good luck
"i'm on birth control (minastrin) and i think i might be pregnant. . due to the symptoms i've been having. it's difficult to tell though because it's still early and i used my pills on purpose to skip a period. my question is if i stop taking my pills and i am pregnant. will i have a withdrawl ""period"" from not taking the pills anymore? and will continue to take them till the end of my packet effect the baby?",hi the first thing you do need to know is are you pregnant it would be best to see your doctor and get a test done there. its your best way. good luck
i have had balanitis for 5 years now what is best treatment?,circumcision can be done and will help to some extent. take immune booster medicines with anti inflammatory tablets and maintain good hygiene.
do surgeons look for marijuana in a urine test during pre-admission testing for open hip surgery? . i am going to undergo open hip surgery to correct an abnormality. before surgery is a pre-admission test that they run on patients that include a urine sample. i'm not a smoker but i did smoke marijuana recently and i was wondering if that would show up in the urine sample or if i should make that aware to my anesthesia doctor that i consult with before hand?,you should tell both your surgeon and your anesthesiologist about your marijuana use. a routine urine sample is not a drug test but your surgical team must have this information so be open and honest. order 100% legit n safe medical marijuana pain relievers cbd oils dabs and more. for more info text (505) 807-7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail. com medical marijuana is good for your health top medical strains for all patients suffering from depression glaucoma anxiety and tension headaches chronic pain and nausea mental and physical fatigue and for calming aromatherapy then you are in the right place to look in our meds all top grade aa+ with high level of cbd and thc contact for your supply and good health. pain killers medical marijuana act. lean ***(( no prescribtion is needed))) bud seeds harsh oils dabs & other m. m treatments. we also sefely and securely deliver all sorts of generic medication and syrup nationwide at very good prices. no prescribtions needed. legit verified and reputed plug. available in the u. s canada australia and the uk. for more info text (505) 807-7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail. com. thank you. dfdfdfdff
i'm unemployed and my benefits are about to run out. will i be eligible for health insurance without an income? . are there any other alternatives if i do not qualify?,everyone is guaranteed coverage. how much you pay will depend on your income. you should qualify for a subsidy to make your health insurance costs more affordable. log onto healthcare. gov to see what your costs will be.
have bad swelling on face from sun poisoning so what will make this go away?,"there is no ""cure"" for severe sunburn. severe sunburn is caused by people who do not use an effective sunscreen expose themselves to the bright son and stay out too long. this is really all your fault you know. cold compresses. ibuprofen. and a bit of self-reflection to realize that this could have been prevented."
does anybody know if the priapus shot can actually help repair damage from peyronie's diease as well as other claims.,those injections will not cure or repair peyronie's disease
i'm 18 with chronic lower back pains this can't be normal can it? . the pain is just getting worse. when i first started getting these fits of back pains (4 years ago) i got them maybe every other month. now i get these fits once or twice a month. the pain starts like this (for example) the other day i was sitting down and bending forward to pull a tupperware (that was stuck) out from under my bed. when i began to pull i immediately felt my back shift and felt a popping in my lower back. i feel immediate stabbing pain thereafter. sometimes my legs go numb.,no. it is normal. it is time for you to see a back specialist and get a diagnostic work-up perhaps including an mri. there can be many possible causes. back pain isn't just for older people.
i was just treated for a sinus infection but still feel bad- do i head back to the doc? . i finished all the medication as prescribed but am still congested coughing and have face pain,you should go back to your doctor because there are quite a number of reasons why your symptoms may have not be alleviated such as the cause of your sinus infection may have not been bacterial rather viral therefore antibiotics were futile to the infection and so on.
are there immune reactions to sperm after a vasectomy?,after vasectomy the testes continue to make sperm. when the sperm cells die they are absorbed by the body much like unused sperm in a nonvasectomized man. nevertheless many vasectomized men develop immune reactions to sperm although current evidence indicates that these reactions do not cause any harm. ordinarily sperm do not come into contact with immune cells so they do not elicit an immune response. but vasectomy breaches the barriers that separate immune cells from sperm and many men develop anti-sperm antibodies after undergoing the procedure. this has given rise to concern on the part of doctors and researchers because immune reactions against parts of one's own body sometimes cause disease. rheumatoid arthritis juvenile diabetes and multiple sclerosis are just some of the illnesses suspected or known to be caused by immune reactions of this type. immune reactions can also contribute to the development of atherosclerosis the clogging of arteries that leads to heart attacks. in the late 1970s after a study of 10 monkeys showed an increased risk of atherosclerosis in vasectomized animals doctors became concerned that vasectomy might increase the risk of heart disease in men. other more persuasive research results however indicated that these concerns were not warranted. in particular one study found no evidence that vasectomized men were more likely than others to develop heart disease or any other immune illnesses.
are most generics as good as brand name medications?,generics are proved by the fda when they come to market. they do contain the same active ingredient as the brand they may differ though in the way that their tablets are made. they may have a different sugar or a different salt or a different color. now there are some classes of medications though where the brands maybe better for a patient such as thyroid medication there are blood thinners. we need to find that out based on patient by patient so individual decisions. but overall generics can be a great way for patients to save a little money and get the medication that they need.
can you diagnose a uti with only a dip stick test,yes. if the urine dipstick test is positive for nitrites leukocytes and blood there is a very good chance that you have a uti. the urine culture will likely determine the organism that is causing it and the extent of the infection.
my toe got blacker and it’s swollen i don’t know what the problem is?,hi this can be due to impure blood or blood clots that may be reducing the blood supply. get doppler done. thanks
i have a small rash on my cheek red circle dry skin dnt itch bad wont go away dont spread any advice,i am not sure what you have but i believe it is called contact dermatitis. i am not sure what this is since i have not seen it. but i have had small itchy red spot on my skin around my face on my cheek. and even though i did not feel a doctor was right for me cause i knew what i should do. i am always putting my hands to my face and i always seem to wash my hands but maybe not good enough and may have transfer some germs to my face. cause no one touches my face but me. so i got out my hydrogen peroxide and i put some on a gauze pad and clean the area with it. it did turn white which that is what it is suppose to do. within a day or two it cleared up. no more redness or itching but the dry skin needed a moisturizer so i got one at my local pharmacy. if you have rashes a lot then you may need to keep something on hand for things like this. ask your pharmacy that you trust about this and see what he recommends but if you like you can always go to your doctor to find out what he recommends also. i hope you will keep in touch with us and do let us know how you are doing. maybe you can help us by helping other people. i also need to say the hydrogen peroxide is harmless if you put it on the right thing. mainly a sore or dry itchy spot. the reason that it turns white is that it is telling you that it is getting rid of the bacteria that is on the spot. it is also good for getting blood out of t shirts. cause it is not a bleach. but you still don't won't to drink it though but it will take the blood out of anything clothes shoes purses etc but you will need to do that asap. put anything with blood on it in cold water then put the peroxide in it. and i know it works cause it has happen to me. i thought i would throw that in. but i keep hydrogen peroxide at my home cause i am always needing it. if you want to find whether or not something is infected use a little of peroxide and if it turns white then you have bacteria. i use it also on my hands one day my hands were itching so bad and i knew that something was up so i said i know what i have so i used the peroxide and wash my hands in it and within the hour i had no more itchy hands. and my hands turned white. so please let us know what decision you made and let us know how you are doing. thank you
what are some of the benefits of protein shakes?,protein is the building block for muscle growth. you need to be getting enough in your diet to build muscle and if you do not supplementing with a shake is a great idea. i prefer whey protein but i have no science to support this. it is also scientifically proven that taking in protein and carbs in a 1:4 ratio pro:carb in the immediate post workout time period is important to maximize the benefits of your workouts.
does lemon juice really help to prevent catching a stomach virus/help relieve or kill the virus? . i have read several different websites claiming that lemon juice can kill stomach bug virus or help to prevent from catching it. how true is that? i love lemons can eat them or drink the juice from one by itself. i have a fear of vomiting and the feeling like i'm going to vomit. i quit eating lemons years ago due to them causing teeth problems. can drinking the juice from a lemon in moderation really help?,no drinking lemon juice will not prevent a stomach virus. the citric acid on lemons can damage teeth if you eat them excessively but in moderation. you are not likely to have a problem. lemons are high in vitamin c but many scientific studies have not proven that vitamin c prevents colds or viral infections. i am not a doctor however i would like to share my experience with lemon juice and stomach bugs. i have been using lemon juice to prevent the stomach bug for several years now. we have never caught the stomach bug while using fresh squeezed lemon juice. i will share our regimen; once exposed we drink an ounce of fresh lemon juice twice a day for ten days. we make it into lemonade for our kids. one of my daughters decided she didn't want lemon juice on day 5 and by that evening she was sick. the rest of us started over again and drank lemonade for another 10 days and we were fine. since this one incident my kids never ever stop drinking their lemonade in fact they remind me to get it for them. it has been 100 percent effective for us! yes it does. new research in 2015 have found that the citric acid molecule found in lemons binds to the norovirus capsid particle and prevent the virus to bind on other cells. sources: - <link> - <link> you can relax now <positive_smiley>
what is a condom?,a condom is a device usually made of latex (a type of rubber) plastic or animal membrane that is used for birth control and to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. male condoms are fitted over the erect penis. female condoms are inserted into the vagina. the closed end of the condom covers the cervix and the open end covers the area around the opening of the vagina.
what site can i go to to learn about the different health insurance companies and plans?,you can go to www. healthcare. gov. in more than half the states the federal department of health and human services is running the marketplace but even in the states that they are not the hhs website will lead you to the correct state website.
break through bleeding will not stop best wanted to stack my packs but afraid the bleeding may never end? . i've been stacking my packs for years now. i went on a overnight trip forgot my pills so i started bleeding. i took the missed pill and my normal pill next day but 3 days later i was still bleeding so on the thursday of that week i stopped my pack and decided to get a period so i kept bleeding. that sunday i started my new pack but i have still not stopped bleeding 8 days on pills. it's very light atm but blood makes me nauseous so i avoid my period i'd like to stack asap advice?,it's never a good idea to stack your packs! i would try a different brand of birth control pills something with higher hormones in them. another idea is to try a different form of birth control such as the patch iud depo shot. i personally didn't like the depo shot because i had alot of break through bleeding and more pregnancy symptoms then when i was actually pregnant with my sons. your period is a natural thing that shouldn't be avoided. it can be very unhealthy.
if you have sex on the 3rd can you tell you are pregnant by the 18th?,it's actually not me. i have no doubt of the actual intercourse taking place just suspicious if it's his. it seems to early to tell at 2 weeks. i thought the urine tests had to be at least 3 weeks. it happened once and he's been on prednisone for a long time and 2 other gout medications that i was under the impression could lower sperm count. also she may or may not have been seeing someone else just before. just all seems to convenient and quick.
i have been on ortho tri-cyclen lo for nearly a year. my period started a week early this month. what could this mean?,"ortho tri-cyclen lo contains a low amount of estrogen. sometimes your own hormones can rule over the pill form that you are taking. other factors can also throw off your cycle like stress. sometimes women’s’ hormones can also ""talk"" to each other causing women in the same vicinity to become regulated to the same cycle. if you have just started a new job or school where you are hanging out with other women every day your cycles can become synced with theirs. before you start a new pill pack you may want to take an at-home pregnancy test. keep an eye on your cycles and if they are continually irregular you may need a different type of birth control."
what causes bleeding in the first trimester of pregnancy?,i don't know why
what's the best way to treat poison oak and poison ivy?,this is a great question. every summer i get asked about poison ivy and poison oak because everyone goes outside. a lot of gardeners end up with it. and people don't realize that pets can actually carry the oils from poison ivy and poison oak in their fur. so when you pat your dog that has been outside the oils may transfer. the first thing you want to do is apply a cool compress to the affected area. you don't want to scratch it because the bacteria in your fingernails can get into your skin and cause an infection. you also want to try drying up the oils as quickly as possible. there are products on the market like ivy dry tecnu and zanfel which are actually soaps that bind to those oils so you can wash them away. this can help promote healing and dry the affected area. if you notice that the area is starting to get red you are running a fever it's spreading or if the rash appears on your face and your eyes you want to go to a doctor right away. you will probably need prescription medication to help slow down the reaction. you can avoid making contact with poison oak and poison ivy by using products like ivy dry tecnu and zanfel before you go out. they can protect you from getting the oils on your skin and ending up with a reaction.
my daughter has a sinus infection and was taking a 5 day antibiotic. now she says her stomach is stinging and hurts. why? . the stinging is up high on her stomach and doesn't seem to be constant.,antibiotics are very hard on your stomach if taken without food.
hot grease splashed into eye. puss coming out next morning. suggestions?,you should see an eye doctor so that you can have your eyes especially your cornea properly examined. hot grease can cause injury to the eye itself as well as the thin skin surrounding your eye. puss maybe a signs of infection and/or inflammation.
i have been dizzy for two weeks. i walk like i am drunk but i am not a drinker. walking is now difficult now.,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. you should make an appointment for an examination. your balance problems could be caused by something as simple as fluid in the ear or you could be experiencing the early symptoms of something more serious such as parkinson's disease. i don't say that to frighten you only to prompt you to phone your primary care provider to get this checked out. assuming you're not exhibiting any symptoms of stroke you probably do not need to head to the emergency room. just make an appointment with your doctor as soon as possible. if the symptoms suddenly get worse or are accompanied by a high fever difficulty breathing or other serious symptoms then definitely seek immediate medical care. wishing you well! hi off the top of my head see your doctor and have your ears looked at he would be looking for an inner ear infection. do hope this helps you. good luck
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i am 50yrs had a hysterectomy about 12yrs and now for the first time started bleeding and burning. what could that mean? . have been taking a lot of prescriptions due to sciatica.,hi with bleeding like that you should see your doctor asap good luck
what is the best antiaging treatment/skin care for people who have acne?,your approach to acne is similar to most effective skin care regimens. simply add an antimicrobial cleanser (to reduce skin surface bacteria) followed by a skin care regime that includes an exfoliator (glycolic or salicylic acid) followed by hydration and finally use a compound that contains retinoin.
what specialist takes care of hipotyroid . lots of hair lose wehigt gain not able to lose weigth problemas sleeping depreciation. presently taking synthroid 0. 137 mg per day,hypothyroidism can be treated by an endocrinologist or internist.
can a flu shot be the cause my 7 year old daughter is loosing hair? . my 7 year old daughter got the flu shot in october that same week she began to lose hair its going on three months and she now has three bald spots? please help.,"no. patchy baldness is not caused by a flu shot but it can be caused by nervous ""hair-twisting"" alopecia or a fungal scalp infection (tinea capitus). it would be best for her to see a dermatologist."
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of vicodin es?,if overdose is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. symptoms of overdose may include: nausea vomiting unusual sweating slow breathing slow heartbeat loss of consciousness.
if i do not exercise and eat a lot of protein from yogurt and protein shakes would that make me gain weight? . i am 5'11 and 185 lbs,if you are consistently taking in more calories than your body requires then you may expect to gain weight over time regardless of whether it’s calories from protein fat or carbohydrates. some research suggests however that a slightly higher protein diet can actually help you lose weight perhaps by helping you to feel satiated (feel full) to ultimately take in fewer calories. you won't gain weight as the protein ingested will store itself in your body for later use if you go above the amount your body can digest at once but don't expect to see gains in muscle. as long as you keep those saturated and trans fats out of your diet most people will keep a steady weight.
is it possible to have a stomach virus without vomiting or diarrhea? . every so often i experience nausea fatigue and stomach pain as if i had a stomach virus--could this just be the way my body expresses the norovirus?,yes a person can have a gastointestinal virus without vomiting or diarrhea but those symptoms are typically the things you get. if you had this virus before or a similar virus you may only have a mild infection with nausea. you cannot definitively diagnose a norovirus by symptoms alone since everyone responds to a viral infection differently.
what can i do to ease the pain of osteoarthritis in my right hand? . i have had 9 sessions of pt but my right hand thumb area still hurts a few. . times a day. are there any kinds of specific exercises that i can do at home and at work?,continue with the exercise suggested by physiotherapist. you may also try with herbal combination of anti inflammatory herbs like boswellia haridra guduchi ashwagandha nirgundi together in equal proportion and consume it at dose of 3 gms twice a day with water.
my daughters insulin level is 32 and the doctor recommend she takes metformmin. i'd rather change our diet and exercise.,do both. then when she is adequately controlled you can ask the doctor to tapir off the metformin or stop it all together if her dietary changes are successful and permanent. hi i had a friend in the uk did all his diabetes control just by diet worked for him for many years. good luck
i can no longer afford my health plan. will i be able to decline my plan and sign up for the affordable care act.,yes starting october 1 you can start shopping for a new health plan through your state's health insurance marketplace. if you buy coverage by december 15 2013 your plan will go into effect january 1 2014. the cost of your health plan may be lower than what you're currently paying particularly if you qualify for a tax credit. it's also likely that if you buy your own health insurance now (meaning you don't get coverage through an employer) that your benefits may be richer than what you have now. you can get a good idea about whether you're likely to qualify for a tax credit and a ball park figure of what your insurance may cost under aca by plugging in some basic information into webmd's health insurance cost calculator.
hi doctor i got married 3 months b4 me and him doing sex often washing after sex will make me not to get pregnant? . hi doctor i got married just three months before myself and my husband doing sex often and we both will wash after intercourse my question does washing within 5 min after intercourse will make me not to get pregnant? also i want to tell one more thing i have sinus problem and i am taking romilast l 10 (tablet name) for the last 3 years and still continuing it will this affect my pregnancy please advise me. thank you,hi if you read up about this drug rolilast and its side effects you should not have been on it this long there is not that info about its side effects and pregnancy. but you should see your doctor if your sinus's and troubling you this long. but each time you have unprotected sex there will always be the chance of pregnancy if your not really trying for pregnancy the bc pill would help and take away the strain of not trying to get pregnant. remember safe sex is the best sex. good luck
i had a epidural for pain today in my lumbar i have started to feel worse?,hi. thanks for the query. many a time post epidural injection the individual can feel pain but it tend to subside gradually with relieving the symptoms that has led to epidural injection. but in case if pain in intolerable then you should consult your surgeon and get evaluated and yu can be advised pain relievers. also an examination to check for infection should be done. hope this information helps.
i have or think i have hepatitis c when should i contact my doctor?,call or other emergency services immediately if you have hepatitis c and you: feel extremely confused or are having hallucinations. are bleeding from the rectum or are vomiting blood. call your doctor if: you think you may have been infected with hepatitis c. you have risk factors for hepatitis c such as iv drug use. you have symptoms of hepatitis c ( fatigue sore muscles loss of appetite nausea dark urine or yellow-gray stools fever or jaundice ) and you think you may have been exposed to hepatitis c. a home test for hepatitis c virus shows that you have hepatitis c. more testing is needed to find out if you have an active infection. watchful waiting taking a wait-and-see approach (called watchful waiting ) is not appropriate if you think you have hepatitis c. talk to your doctor if you think you have been exposed to hepatitis c. who to see the following health professionals can diagnose hepatitis c: family medicine physician internist pediatrician physician assistant nurse practitioner gynecologist the following specialists also can diagnose the disease and provide further care: gastroenterologist hepatologist infectious disease specialist to prepare for your appointment see the topic making the most of your appointment. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i have been coughing for 2 weeks. the cough has caused vomiting nightly for a week. should i go to the docter?,"well i vote ""yes. "" i think you've waited this out long enough. while some viruses can linger beyond 14 days most of them are history at the two-week mark. it sounds like your symptoms are not getting better so that means it's time for a trip to your primary care provider. he or she can assess your symptoms and provide treatment to get you back on the road to health. feel better soon!"
will one delayed period cause all the remaining period to be shifted by the x amount of days? or will it adjust after? . my wife has her period every month on day 4/5 of the month. she has got a 30 days period cycle (3-4 days long). last month she was delayed 10 days after a stressful trauma. we have took 2 hpts. after. her period arrival to make sure it is not abnormal bleeding nor she was pregnant (slightly darker blood/longer period of time of 5 days). tests gave negative results (both of them). she's 36 years old . question:. 1. can she still be pregnant? . 2. will her remaining cycles always be 10 days shifted?,hi your find it s just the stress stress is a powerful thing and plays havoc with the human body as for her periods they will just restart like normal but be but from a new time during the month. question so what happens in february this must throw it out of syc? and 31 day months so the time scale is always moving? hope this helps. good luck
hit my head mri indicates white matter hyperintensities?,it looks like there are bleeding spots post traumatic brain injury. although it will take a few months to get better but proper follow up with neurophysician and follow up mri scans is a must. you should also avoid taking any blood thinning medications. you should avoid stress and take sufficient rest. but consult a neurologist at the earliest. regards.
can i take cipro an benadryl,i don't know the reason you are taking either one of these medications nor do i know anything about you or your medical history. as different medications cipro (antibiotic) and benadryl (antihistamine) is compatible but i do not have sufficient medical information to give you the specific oaky.
"my wife's bcbs health insurance in texas is being cancelled dec. 31. i've tried daily since oct. 2 to get info at healthcare. gov regarding ""eligibility. "" i can go no further even though the website says the application is ""complete. "" i have gotten the runaround from the call center and others regarding this glitch. have other texans encountered a problem finding results for eligibility?",the situation is very frustrating and you're certainly not alone in facing obstacles. one other option you might want to try is to speak with folks in your area trained to help consumers through the process. you can find someone local here: localhelp. healthcare. gov.
what is a normal blood pressure and heart rate,a healthy blood pressure should be less than 120 mm hg (systolic) and less than 80 mm hg (diastolic). a normal pulse rate for adults is 60 to 100 beats a minute. you should speak with your doctor about your blood pressure reading and pulse rate.
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for warts and plantar warts?,warts are usually diagnosed based only on their appearance. in rare cases more testing is done. if the diagnosis of a skin condition is unclear or if you are at high risk of having skin cancer your doctor may take a sample of the growth and examine it (a skin biopsy ). a biopsy is usually done if a skin growth is darker than the skin surrounding it appears as an irregular patch on the skin bleeds or is large and growing rapidly. proper diagnosis of plantar warts is important. some wart treatments can cause scarring. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
symptoms stomach ache and elevated liver enzymes. took indocin 3 x day for 6 days for migraines. are these related? . stomach ache constipation (migraine drugs),indocin is a strong anti-inflammatory usually given for gout. do you take any other medicine for migraines vicodin tylenol aspirin advil motrin aleve excedrin? all of these medications can cause elevations in liver enzyme levels if taken for long period of time. do you drink alcohol as well? is your pain located below your right rib cage and do you have a yellowish tint to your eyes or skin? that can indicate liver damage. did the dr draw a ast & alt level on you? i suggest if any of the above questions are yes get redrawn blood labs & abdominal ultrasound to check for enlarged liver/damage.
how can i stop smoking when already i'm addicted to it.? . i have stopped smoking an year ago but again smoked once due to peer pressure. but i dont want that to continue. how can i proceed. for this.?,one of the first steps in quitting smoking is to examine the different methods to become smoke free and decide which one would work best for you. some of the options include nicotine replacement therapy (nrt) such as gum or patches; prescription medication like chantix or wellbutrin; or methods like tapering postponing or cold turkey. do research beforehand to weigh the pros and cons of each method before implementing a program. next think about how ready you are to quit smoking on a scale from 1 to 10 with 1 being not ready to quit whatsoever and 10 being ready to quit right now. pick a number that best represents where you stand at the moment. why didn’t you pick a number that was lower? here it may help to think about the benefits that you stand to gain from quitting smoking or your reasons behind wanting to quit. what would it take for you to be higher on that scale towards a 10 then? at this point it might help to think about what you would need to become fully motivated and put your thoughts about quitting smoking into action. it’s important to develop strategies to help you be successful. what are potential barriers that may get in the way of your success and how do you plan to overcome them? it might be helpful to tell your friends your desire to quit and enlist their support in working towards your goal. no matter what don’t give up! many people have several unsuccessful attempts before they finally are able to become smoke free because quitting smoking can be an incredibly difficult thing to do for some people. the webmd smoking cessation center would be a great resource for more information and for direction on where to get more help regarding becoming smoke free. talk to your doctor for further guidance as well.
i have a throat bacterial infection feels like i have a fluid or something in my ear?,if you suffer throat infection you may also have congested nasal passages which in turn will cause pressure difference in your ears and causes blocking so i recommend taking a nasal decongestant try salt water gargling and nasal wash.
will exercise or diet help me in normal delivery?,the following aid in normal delivery: your stature must be tall. there should be adequate pelvis. the baby should be in vertex position. this can be predicted only when you cross 37 weeks. you can have a normal diet and regular antenatal exercises till then. yoga also helps but you are too early in pregnancy to predict the same. for further follow up consult a gynaecologist online --> <link>
i was choked now have difficulty swallowing soar throat and feel pressure?,hi this is tonsillitis i recommend that you see otolaryngyologist you may need surgical removal take it seriously good luck
give me a list of grains fruits veggies beans that are rich in good carbohydrates.,"when it comes to carbs we generally divide them into two groups: refined and unrefined. some people refer to these as ""bad carbs"" and ""good carbs "" respectively. in general refined carbohydrates are less valuable nutritionally than unrefined (whole) carbs. so a list of unrefined (whole) carbohydrates might include: all raw frozen or canned vegetables (though canned vegetables can contain excessive salt) all raw or frozen fruit (without added sugar) all whole grains (brown rice whole wheat pasta) all whole or canned beans be careful with potatoes. white (and red-skinned golden etc. ) potatoes can cause blood sugar to spike after eating. also be careful with so-called ""whole grain"" breads. read bread labels carefully or buy from a bakery that grinds its own grain. a simple way to evaluate bread is by its mass (weightiness) in your hand. if a bread feels heavy and dense it's probably a good whole-grain loaf. when it comes to fruits some contain more natural sugars than others. grapes are very sugary and shouldn't be a first choice for people with diabetes for example. canned fruits often contain a lot of added sugar so again read labels carefully. of course remember sugar of any kind is a carbohydrate. refined sugars including granulated (white or brown) sugar and powdered sugar is not good in excess. watch for hidden sugars in prepared foods and beverages. good for you for trying to improve your diet. eating a variety of fresh vegetables fruits and whole grains is good for your health. wishing you well! the mayo clinic website has great info and detailed food lists for diabetics etc. should be able to find what you want there also. elizabeth has given you good info. i'm a type 2 diabetic and can validate what she advises. the more ""processed"" a food item is. the worse it is for us. read the label. those ""whole grain breads"" use processed wheat (white) flour as a base with enough whole wheat flour and often molasses for coloring. luckily i was raised by my grandparents in the late 40's and 50's on a farm and learned how to eat and cook from the basics. you should learn that if you want to survive diabetes. old-fashioned rolled oats will become your best friend during a sweet attack. i've found that homemade white cornbread is relatively non-offensive (believe-it-or-not). and don't waste your money on sucralose. it doesn't sweeten diddly when cooking plain old walmart aspartame works just fine. good luck"
if my prescription says twice-a-day or every 12 hours can i take it even if there is more than 12 hours in between?,the reason why a prescription maybe dosed 12 hours is that's what was done in the studies and that's how we know the drug works and how it's going to be effective. so if you extend that timeframe the drug may not work as well you may not feel better because the drug needs that constant blood level in your system. so in the beginning once every 12 hours you are taking it faithfully it creates what we call steady levels. if you tend to forget a dose or take it a lot later you might actually break up that steady dose of the medication. and therefore that could lead to an increase in side-effects or do not help in infection or blood pressure or something else. so you really want to adhere to the dosing schedule that's on that particular prescription bottle. if you have any questions ask your pharmacist.
i think i have herpes discoverd a big bump then little small bumbs by my vagina?,hi… this is mostly a std herpes …that needs medical care urgently there are three major drugs commonly used to treat genital herpes symptoms: acyclovir (zovirax) famciclovir (famvir) and valacyclovir (valtrex) but you need to see a specialist asap
i have headaches everyday tingling and pain in my feet at a loss at what to do?,hi you seem to be having defeicient vitamin b complex and b12…and somewhere in your back compressed vertebrae as the tingling starts only with weight bearing… use hot packs on your lower back. do bridging exercise for back muscles. lose any abdominal fat. take green leafy vegetables and poultry
are there any repellants for bedbugs?,no. the anti-pest industry is always testing new products but they haven’t come up with anything yet.
what are promotility agents for gerd?,these prescription drugs are used in the treatment of severe heartburn or gerd. these medications help speed gastric emptying reducing the amount of time that stomach contents stay in the stomach. they may also help strengthen the les and thereby decrease the amount of stomach acid that can potentially reflux into the esophagus.
why is my toddler throwing up after eating solid foods. he was diagnosed with croup a few days ago and i thought he had the flu yesterday but he has been able to eat baby food or yogurt and be ok when i feed him solid foods like pizza for example he has been throwing up within 5 minutes of eating it. he has always been able to eat solid foods just fine until a few days ago. he is 22 months old.,there could be a few things going on. first yogurt and baby food is more easily digestible than pizza or other solid food high in fat. it could be he got sick and it's just taking time to get back to his regular diet. if he still can't keep food down (it has been three days since your post) see his doctor asap. for more on potential causes and remedies see this article.
small insect bite itching resistant to epinephrine injection pills and creams getting worse?,hi try hyroxyzine 10 mg every 12 hours for 1 week if itching comes back or no improvement this means part of the insect is still inside which suggest surgical removal of resediual insect part(easy surgey can be done in a clinic) good luck
are my 20 month old's bedtime issues behavioral or medical? . - recently moved. - sleeps in toddler bed. - no bottle since about 14 mos. - been down to 1 nap (2 hrs) for several months takes it regularly and with no trouble at daycare. - bedtime routine good but not completely consistent. problem: doesn't like bedtime in general but has been manageable until twice this week has settled down in bed but then when almost asleep started screaming uncontrollably flailing inconsolable for 10-15 minutes almost like night terrors but not actually asleep yet?,this is most likely age-related behavioral cause. i have no way of blindly determining if his issues are related to an underlying medical problem since i don't know anything about him nor can i examine him in a clinical setting. there are many behavior pathways that you can exercise but if you feel there may be a medical problem then by all means see the pediatrician. this will resolve in time so be patient. you will be able to find plenty of on-line and bookstore resources that can help you with these sleep issues.
i had a heart attack 1 year ago how long can i expect to carry on taking statins and is there an alternative. i am a 64 year old male who was diagnosed at the same time as a type 2 diabetic which i now control with my diet and change of lifestyle and no longer take the medication. i have a bmi of 22. 4 after losing 27 kilos and i exercise daily.,congratulations! it sounds like you are doing an excellent job with your lifestyle changes. diet and exercise are the cornerstones of treating both heart disease and diabetes. but at the same time there are many studies that show that taking statins after a heart attack can actually help prevent future heart attacks as well. a major study called the care trial showed that people who were on statins for at least 5 years after a heart attack were less likely to need further procedures such as bypass surgery or stents. they were also less likely to die from heart disease. statins can help keep plaque from building up in the arteries including those around the heart. in some cases they can actually cause a regression of the plaque. a statin may also help stabilize this plaque so that it is less likely to break and cause a blood clot. a blood clot in an artery on the heart wall is what causes most heart attacks. it is very important that you work closely with your doctor. your lipid levels and other risk factors should continue to be carefully monitored. talk to your doctor about any concerns you have about your medications. working together you will be able to come up with a long term treatment plan that is right for you. keep up the great work!
had year round runny nose for as long as i can remember. go through tissues like crazy and dr advice not working - help. dr had me try fluticasone propionate 50 mcg and that didn't work. they now recommended zyrtec. . . i've tried a few over the counter generics like claritin that didn't really work and i would like to not take something 365 days a year. . . it's not combined with hay fever coughing or obvious allergy things - it's purely an annoying runny nose for 30+ years. . .,"boy do i hear you -- because i have the same thing! some people simply have a chronically runny nose. usually the fluid is clear and thin. this condition is called "" non-allergic rhinitis. "" this means your runny nose isn't related to any allergic cause. if eating spicy or hot foods makes this problem worse the medical term for it is ""gustatory rhinitis"" or ""gustatory rhinorrhea. "" either way there's no cure. there's no cure for non-allergic rhinitis either. if you've tried over-the-counter pills and prescription nasal sprays without relief i'm not sure what to suggest. more hankies? sorry i can't be of more help but at least take comfort in knowing you're not alone: about 20 million americans suffer from non-allergic rhinitis. take care! it could be seasonal allergy rhinitis. it occurs at the time of season changes and people easily get such symptoms. so you need to treat it by having medicines like allegra. such seasonal allergies are caused due to dust and pollen etc. so to treat it you may opt for allegra which is effective non-sedating antihistamine medicine that is intended to be used to treat for relieving allergy symptoms such as hay fever itchy eyes runny nose and others. allegra is easily available on online drug pharmacy drugpillstore."
is leucoderma curable?,with your descriptions it seems that you are having focal vitiligo or chemical leucoderma due to footwear. it is primarily an autoimmune disease with a familial predisposition presented with chalky white or milky white in appearance. other autoimmune diseases may be associated like pernicious anemia diabetes alopecia areata (patchy hair loss) and thyroid disorder. so you need to do blood sugar t3 t4 and tsh (thyroid stimulating hormone). i suggest ointment tacrolimus 0. 1% during night hours and mometasone 0. 1% cream in the daytime for six months or may be more depending on your response to the treatment. revert back after a month to a dermatologist online --> <link>
i have a rash on my ankle. i have had it for 4 months my doctor thinks its from tiny fish. some kind of bacteria help! . i went to japan and soaked my feet in a tank with tiny fish nibbling on them. i have a rash on my left ankle and a spot on the back of my lower right leg. it started out like a ring worm and i was treated for it. now it is red bumps that swell and kinda have a head on them with pus. it itches and is red all the time. i have been treated with antibiotics and a topical ointment (500 mg of ciprofloxacin and. 05% fluocinonide) for a week now and starting my second week today. help please!,there is really little that i can do blindly over the internet since i have no way of examining your skin eruption. a visual exam is essential to make an accurate diagnosis. failure to improve on your current treatment may indicated that the diagnosis was incorrect or the treatment was not appropriate. your only course of action is to be examined again or see a dermatologist for a higher-level diagnostic opinion.
my friend has immunodeficiency can’t eat doctors say depression any advice?,hi she seems to be low on immunity due to immunodeficiency disease. this causes digestion problems and severe gastritis and reflux symptoms. if she is tolerating liquids she should continue to take them. avoid spicy and fat content in food. get her blood investigations done to see the cd4 count. i agree that this is just not depression. thanks
what is the defferance betweeb xanax and prozac? . if you are taking xanax for anxiety can you can prozac for it also? which is used for depression?,"xanax is a benzodiazepine & works by slowing down the movement of chemicals in the brain that may become unbalanced thus resulting in a reduction in nervous tension. it is usually used to treat anxiety & panic disorders and anxiety caused by depression. prozac is a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor ""ssri"" & is used more for depression. however it is also used to treat anxiety panic & ocd disorders. they have been known to be used together as well as individually. they also are used in conjunction with other types of medications to try to achieve relief. i've also heard that xanax should not be used for long-term as with most ""benzos"" for fear of dependency. a few good links to look up meds. are: <link> <link> <link> these are the ones i trust the most as i take a boat-load of scripts & when i am prescribed a new one. i look up to see if there may be any interactions with the ones i'm currently taking. hope this helps!"
could i be pregnant even with a negitive pregnancy test? . i had unprotected sex on may 23rd and june 1st. my period started june 5th it started out with brown spotting and the second day it was a little heavy but not nearly as bad as usual. after the heavy day it was light pink spotting only when i whipped for two days. i have been having lower stomach cramps and feeling like i'm going to be sick. my nipples have also been hurting and i've have been emotional. i took a test on june 11th and it was negative.,i have known people that have used home pregnancy tests that came up negative and went to the doctor and it was positive.
my doctor prescribed a statin for high cholesterol but i'm afraid of side effects. can exercise help lower my levels?,"the research is mixed on the effect of exercise on cholesterol. some studies show that exercise helps lower it while others do not. when exercise does lower cholesterol the effect may be what researchers consider statistically significant but clinically it may drop only a few percentage points and not enough to lower cholesterol into a healthy range. you might consider making a deal with your doctor where you agree to try three months of regular exercise and attention to your diet to lower your cholesterol and if the change at three months isn't enough to put the value in a healthy range then you can discuss how to proceed with your physician. you should know that the side effects of statins are easy to monitor not everyone gets side effects and they are effective medications. as for the type of exercise to lower cholesterol most of the research involves aerobic exercise so walking jogging biking swimming dancing and all cardio machines at the gym count. how much aerobic exercise you need to do or how hard it should be is unknown but aim for five or more days per week for at least 30 minutes at an intensity of approximately 65% to 75% of your maximum heart rate. consistency is important if you try the three-month experiment so plan carefully. set a weekly exercise plan at the beginning of each week and make the plan as realistic and specific as possible. write down the days of the week the time of day the type of exercise and the duration. again be as specific and realistic as possible to increase the probability of doing it. if and when you miss a day get right back on track and always set your weekly plan at the beginning of every week. the good news is that even if your cholesterol doesn't come down with three months of regular exercise you'll certainly get more fit and research shows that other lipid risk factors for heart disease improve with regular exercise. for instance triglycerides almost always drop with regular aerobic exercise sometimes as much as 60 mg/dl and hdl cholesterol the ""good"" cholesterol rises in some people when they exercise regularly (hdl cholesterol carries ""bad"" cholesterol away from arteries and to the liver where it's removed from the body). good luck with the three-month experiment if you decide to try it. but even if you don't get the results you want and end up needing a statin there are so many other benefits of regular exercise that it's certainly worth the effort."
has anyone experience bad side effect from antibiotics that lasted more than two months. . my doctor prescribed me with triple therapy antibiotics for h pylori which i took for nine days. first day i took them i had the worst stomach pain ever almost like i was having mini contractions. during the antibiotics my stool started to turn green and i started having diarrhea and almost every side effect the antibiotics came with. its 3 months now and symptoms are still the same. i'm losing weight my stool is still green my pee is really dark and i have no appetite.,have you done anything to recolonized your intestines with good bacteria after killing all the old ones off? i'd try some greek yogurt also kefir sauerkraut and other probiotic foods. commercial probiotics help too but make sure you pick one with a wide range of helpful bacteria. also make sure you are drinking enough water. dark urine could mean kidney problems simple dehydration or malabsorption of nutrients from improper digestion of your food. if that doesn't help within a week or if you already have tried probiotic therapy this needs help from a doctor.
what does it mean when your blood sugar drops to 57? . my grandmother has type 2 diabetes and she was wondering what a reading of 57 is.,that is a low blood sugar reading. the american diabetes association recommends 70-180mg/dl for most nonpregnant adults with diabetes. before meals it's 70-130mg/dl and 180mg/dl or less after meals. more or less blood sugar levels may be recommended based on individual circumstances. if your grandmother continues to experience low blood sugars she should see her healthcare provider. she may need changes in the medications she is taking. for more on managing blood sugars see this webmd article.
what are other things you can do for acne?,"cosmetics: don't be afraid to hide blemishes with flesh-tinted coverups or even foundation as long at it is water-based (which makes it noncomedogenic). there are many quality products available. facials: while not absolutely essential steaming and ""deep-cleaning"" pores is useful both alone and in addition to medical treatment especially for people with ""whiteheads"" or ""blackheads. "" having these pores unclogged by a professional also reduces the temptation to do it yourself. pore strips: pharmacies now carry under a variety of brand names strips which you put on your nose forehead chin etc. to ""pull out"" oil from your pores. these are in effect a do-it-yourself facial. they are inexpensive safe and work reasonably well if used properly. toothpaste? one popular home remedy is to put toothpaste on zits. there is no medical basis for this. ditto for vinegar."
33 weeks pregnant having contractions dilated 1 cm is it ok to drink castor oil?,hi sorry but why would you wont castor oil your now in contractions caster oil is used to do that and again your now there just go with it when they get down to 3 minutes then off you go to hospital mind you this would depend how far you are from it? good luck. many happy days to come.
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of flexon?,if overdose is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. symptoms of overdose may include: unusual excitement fast/irregular heartbeat seizures.
i have retro peritoneal fibrosis with an aortic aneurysm?,i would suggest seeing an osteopathy doctor. i believe osteopaths can help your progressing fibrosis.
my wife is a breastfeeding mother. can she take paracetamol for fever?,first of all temperature above 100 degrees fahrenheit is regarded as fever and not below that. baby is supposed to be breastfed at all times. however if the mother is suffering from a disease it is advised for her to wear a mask and feed. because that is the route by which infection from the mother can be passed on to the baby and not through milk. paracetamol taken by the mother in the prescribed doses will not harm the baby. for further information consult a paediatrician online --> <link>
how do i get rid of bed bugs in the home?,getting rid of bed bugs is not an easy process and most cases of bed bug infestation will require treatment by a pest-control expert. a variety of low-odor sprays dusts and aerosol insecticides can be used to eradicate bed bugs. these must be applied to all areas where the bugs are observed as well as spaces where they may crawl or hide. the pest-control company can help you determine if the mattress can be disinfected or must be discarded. since beds cannot readily be treated with insecticides it's often necessary to discard infested mattresses and beds. the pest-control expert may recommend certain forms of deep-cleaning such as scrubbing infested surfaces with a stiff brush to remove eggs dismantling bed frames and furniture filling cracks in floors walls and moldings encasing mattresses within special bags or using a powerful vacuum on cracks and crevices.
is it dangerous to take tylenol pm on a regular basis to assist with sleep?,"the general rule of thumb is that you should not take products like tylenol pm for more than 14 days. if you have been taking this for more than that i would advise making an appointment with your doctor or healthcare provider for further evaluation. with continued use you may experience ""rebound insomnia"" which means you get a version of insomnia that can be much worse or you could even develop a tolerance to tylenol pm (which means no matter how much you take it will not work). another important issue is that you may be experiencing side effects like dry mouth dizziness and constipation which could lead you to using additional medications to treat those side effects -- which would not be necessary if you were not taking the tylenol pm."
is it true that people with diabetes are more likely to catch colds and the flu?,"people who are not eating right and exercising are more susceptible to head colds and those bouts last longer and are more likely to result in complications such as pneumonia or bronchitis or sinusitis etc. compared to people who eat right and exercise regularly. this general principle is especially true for people with diabetes (type 1 or 2) because their bodies respond particularly well to lifestyle efforts and they are particularly ""penalized"" when unable to eat right or exercise. diabetes is very unforgiving this way. the immune cells (white blood cells) are particularly sensitive to improvements (or worsening) of blood sugar control. they are among the first bodily functions to improve when the glucose control does. this probably translates into rapid reduction in risk for colds and other infections in someone who finds a way to make lifestyle changes. i believe you would not be surprised to hear an answer like this one and i know you would like to make such changes. we all recognize it is hard to do and takes advanced planning and an organized approach."
what conditions does penicillin g pot in dextrose treat?,this medication is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. it is also used to prevent infection of the heart (bacterial endocarditis) in patients with certain heart diseases who are having surgery. this medication is known as a natural penicillin antibiotic. it works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
it costs a lot each time i go see the counselor. my job is slow and my check is small. how can i deal with the stress?,if money is a problem with the counselor i think you can discuss a fee adjustment until your job and your salary pick up. i don't think that's unreasonable.
should i worry about toxic shock syndrome? . i'm on my 3rd day of menstruation and use tampons and pads the first two nights only pads during the day. i sleep around 9 hours. never had problems with tampons. yesterday i read up some info about tss. during the night i could feel my heart beating fast and i was feeling warm. when i got up my blood pressure was about 125/88 and my pulse around 120. my body temperature is currently at 37. 5c i have a slight headache otherwise i'm fine no cold or cought or anything. should i be worried that it's tss?,no youre fine. probably just pregnant.
i have pain throughout my body i don’t know what it is?,hi well the diagnosis remains unclear as far as your history is concerned. you need to do further tests including renal and thyroid function tests. hla b27 and ra test with serum uric acid levels should be done. auto immune component needs to be taken into consideration. thanks
i was diagnosed with gastritis i now have stomach inflammation?,coffee is a string acid irritant. it must be avoided also. increase fibers and water in diet. and stay on omeprazole for at least 8 weeks. get a h. pylori antigen blood test done as it may be causing your recurrent gastritis. thanks
will yogurt digest easily if you have sever gerd issues,it should by just fine for most people. you should try it and see if your gi tract will tolerate it. gerd has little to do with the type of foods that you eat (although heavy or spicy food can certainly cause havoc). yogurt is an excellent easy-to-digest food.
how do i treat a pulled calf muscle? . if it’s mild you should treat a pulled calf muscle by resting it and protecting it from re-injury.,if it’s mild you should treat a pulled calf muscle by resting it and protecting it from re-injury. painful calf muscle strains deserve “price” therapy (see below) and complete calf muscle tears (which are rare) may need surgical repair. the vast majority of pulled calf muscles will heal completely within a few weeks without any treatment. pulled muscles are also called muscle strains. they occur when muscle fibers are stretched beyond their normal length. the injury creates tears in the muscle that are usually tiny (microtears). in the most severe calf muscle strains the entire muscle is torn causing significant swelling and pain. the calf muscle (also called the gastrocnemius) is a commonly injured muscle. a pulled calf muscle most often occurs after vigorous activity (running jumping climbing stairs) but can happen with normal activity in middle-aged and elderly people. pain possibly with some swelling or bruising is the main symptom of a calf muscle strain. immediately after a pulled calf muscle using “price” therapy may help speed healing: p for protect from re-injury r for rest i for immobilize with tape or an athletic bandage wrap c for compression (make that wrap tight but not so tight your leg goes numb) e for elevate (keeping your calf muscle above your heart may reduce swelling) price actually stands for prevention rest ice compression evaluate elevate*** i had the same thing happen to me. you need to go to a sports medicine doctor and get an x-ray of you ankle. it might sound crazy but there is a possibility that you broke your tibia in your ankle. when you break your tibia your calf hurts then your ankle starts to hurt. i had this happen and i went to my physician and they said it was a mild sprang so i walked around for a month with a broken ankle and i just found out three weeks ago and i am still in a cast.
can taking provera prevent getting pregnant? i'm currently ttc. i haven't had a period in two months so my doctor put me on the generic provera. i'm currently trying to get pregnant and i'm worried it'll prevent pregnancy!,hi perhaps your doctor is hoping it will regulate your periods so for you to bring them on it is a bc if this is in a pill form when your on your placebo week that should bring on your period once you have had that for a couple of months then you could come of it and see if you cycle is back. this is just a thought. good luck
my 22month old has a fever giving her ibuprofin but also has allergy. is it safe to give benedryl at the same time,hi before you go any further you should seek proper medical advice you need to think of your young child's health instead stuffing it full of otc drugs. hope this helps good luck
my boy friend and i have been diagnosed with chlamydia. he is re infected?,hi. i understand your concern. its actually very rare to get reinfected by chlamydia without having sexual intercourse with a infected partner. the tablet he took must have definitely worked at that time and it doesnt seem to be the issue here. the organisms do remain in dormant stage in gut but these can get active only if his immunity falls down considerably. i suggest that you should consult a doctor for sure.
i have what my husband said is a mole on my back it is gray in color and covered wit a hard dry skin,your husband will need to see a medical provider -- a dermatologist if you can. this is really the best way to determine if this mole is problematic or not (like a skin cancer). this cannot be determined blindly by a description.
experiencing cloudy foul smelling urine along with foul yellow mucus like discharge. no burning itching or inflammation. had c-section one month ago and am now experiencing cloudy foul smelling urine along with foul yellowish mucus like discharge. i am not experiencing any itching burning inflammation or painful intercourse. could this be a simple uti or vaginal infection from child birth?,hi your find that doctors say it's your body flushing out everything your body retained while pregnant. he said when blood stays inside and just sits with your body's natural bacteria (good and bad) it causes at foul odour. and it'll go away once your body flushes everything out. you may still have at your 6wk pp check up. this could be for both of your problems. been on any antibiotics lately this could be another reason to your problem as well. but to help cure your odour you could try having sea salt baths twice a day its just a couple of handfuls in a shallow bath but let this water get inside your vagina you could find it helps you. do hope this helps you. good luck
girlfriend in pain. lower right abdomen pinching pain. vomiting occasional reddish urine. sudden sharp pain at first. okay so my girlfriend recently had this sharp pain in her lower right abdomen area. around the illeum/appendix area and it goes from the right lower side all the way across to the lower left abdomen. it started off as a sudden and sharp pain. out of nowhere. she was barely able to walk or sit/lay down comfortably. her urine was reddish a few days ago (when it first happened) but has not been odd lately. just tonight she started vomiting and said she had been nauseous on and off all day.,hi don't just sit there with her er asap best way. good luck
how can i avoid or prevent an insulin overdose?,you can avoid an insulin overdose if you do the following: eat something at every mealtime. even if you're not hungry have some bread a glass of skim milk or a small serving of fruit. never skip meals! be prepared. expect that you'll experience insulin complications at some point. pack hard candies in your bag and your spouse's. keep some in the car and in your travel bag as well. make sure friends and family know your usual signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia. if low blood sugar levels make you too confused those around you will need to take action.
how do birth control pills work? do they prevent fertilization of the egg or prevent it from attaching to the uterus?,most birth control pills contain a combination of two types of hormones: an estrogen and a progestin. these work together to stop your body's production of a hormone that tells your ovaries to release an egg. so in fact they primarily work by stopping ovulation from occurring each cycle. if there is no egg released there is no egg to fertilize and you prevent pregnancy. the hormones in the birth control pills cause other changes that help to prevent pregnancy as well. nevertheless this is their main mechanism of action.
what is ethopropazine (parsidol/parsitan) for parkinson's disease?,ethopropazine (parsidol/parsitan) is a drug sometimes used in the past to treat parkinson's disease.
is it dangerous to have general anasthesia two days after having a common cold? the procedure will take 2. 5 hours.,hi the best place to get a good answer would be from your surgeon or somebody from his team he is the one who's going to do your operation and he is the one to say yes or no. good luck
i was told yesterday that my baby has no heart rate at 38 weeks and 3 days?,i am so sorry to hear about the problem but if you doubt then before you proceed for delivery you can once again reconfirm by getting a fetal ultrasound done. if unfortunately there is no heartbeat then there is no other option then delivering the baby as soon as possible. be strong.
i think i have sleep-related eating disorders – night eating syndrome?,hi for such complaints you need to consult a counsellor as only taking medicines wont be a solution. the treatment should be multi-focal and should include counselling medicines meditation yoga and deep breathing exercises. consult a physician to rule out any organic disease. thanks
can i take nighttime cold medicine while pregnant? . i have a horrible head cold. my throat is scrathy my nose is literally dripping my head hurts and i have fevors on and off plus i am in my first trimester. it is impossible to sleep through these symptoms! can i take a night time cold medicine? before i was pregnant i used to take childrens cold and flu dimatap. is that okay?,hi the best thing you should do is get in contact your doctor/midwife let them decide on what would be safe for you to take. its the best way. good luck
right side of jaw clicks when i open and when i move it side to side. i feel limited in how wide i can open. no pain. happens a few times a day usually when i open my mouth wide to eat. sometimes i wake up and can't open very far. no pain but very inconvenient and i'm terrified of needing surgery.,based on the limiting information you have posted you may have a tmj disorder (temporal-mandibular joint). see a dentist or oral surgeon that specializes in tmj disorders so that you can be properly examined diagnosed and treated.
what are the risks of not treating depression during pregnancy?,left untreated depression can have far reaching effects on both your and your baby’s health. women who are depressed are less likely to take proper care of themselves. for instance they may not eat a healthy diet or may skip doctors’ appointments. plus women who are depressed may be more likely to take part in risky behaviors such as drinking alcohol smoking or taking drugs during pregnancy. all of these actions can lead to potentially serious health problems for the baby including miscarriage preterm birth and low birth weight. untreated depression can also take a toll on family dynamics. that includes your relationship with your spouse and other children. if you have older kids they need you to care for them. for some pregnant women regardless of their mental state it can take all the energy they have to care for themselves. add depression to the mix and the suffering can become intolerable for everyone. if depression is preventing you from caring for your family you may need to stay on your antidepressants during this vulnerable time. it‘s important to keep the risks associated with antidepressant use in pregnancy in perspective. all pregnant women have an average 3% risk of having a baby with any type of birth defect in most cases. when researchers say antidepressants may increase the risk of certain birth defects they are talking about just a slight increase. so even if you take an antidepressant during pregnancy the overall risk of your baby having a problem is still very low.
what causes low blood pressure?,the cause of low blood pressure isn't always clear. it may be associated with the following: pregnancy hormonal problems such as an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) diabetes or low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) some over-the-counter medications some prescription medicines such as for high blood pressure depression or parkinson’s disease heart failure heart arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythms) widening or dilation of the blood vessels heat exhaustion or heat stroke liver disease sudden drops in blood pressure can be life-threatening. causes of this type of hypotension include: loss of blood from bleeding low body temperature high body temperature heart muscle disease causing heart failure sepsis a severe blood infection severe dehydration from vomiting diarrhea or fever a reaction to medication or alcohol a severe allergic reaction called anaphylaxis postural hypotension which is low blood pressure when standing up suddenly can happen to anyone for a variety of reasons such as dehydration lack of food or being overly fatigued. it can also be influenced by genetic make-up aging medication dietary and psychological factors and acute triggers such as infection and allergy. postural hypotension occurs most frequently in people who are taking drugs to control high blood pressure (hypertension). it can also be related to pregnancy strong emotions hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis) or diabetes. the elderly are particularly affected especially those who have high blood pressure or autonomic nervous system dysfunction. hypotension after meals is a common cause of dizziness and falls after eating. this is most common after large meals containing a lot of carbohydrates. it’s believed to be caused by blood pooling into the vessels of the stomach and intestines. several drugs are commonly associated with postural hypotension. these medications can be divided into two major categories: drugs used to treat high blood pressure such as diuretics beta-blockers calcium-channel blockers and angiotensin-converting enzyme (ace) inhibitors drugs that have hypotension as a side effect including nitrates drugs for parkinson's disease antipsychotics neuroleptics anti-anxiety agents sedative-hypnotics and tricyclic antidepressants common causes of naturally occurring postural hypotension include: dehydration and electrolyte loss which may result from diarrhea vomiting excessive blood loss during menstruation or other conditions age-associated decline in blood pressure regulation which may be worsened by certain health conditions or medications certain diseases can also cause postural hypotension. these include: central nervous system disorders such as shy-drager syndrome or multiple system atrophy nerve problems such as peripheral neuropathy or autonomic neuropathy cardiovascular disorders alcoholism nutritional diseases
is caffene important in insulin control and weight loss?,no. caffiene is not important at all. humans like it but they don't really need it.
i had bad reaction to kidney stent and removal constant drip of blood from penis?,com most of these symptoms are normal after the surgery but if the fever is more than a low grade fever this may indicate infection of the kidney that needs to be treated asap with antibiotics… the dripping blood is not that much to worry about till now…drink plenty of water at least 8 daily cups
could i be pregnant if we were naked and we just rubbed and stuff until he came? i am. having some spotting and milky white discharge? help please i'm 19. i also am on a low bc but its only to regulate my period.,"your birth control pills will also prevent pregnancy something that i think you are definitely going to need if you continue with this risky sex-play it is only a matter of time before you both decide to ""go for it"" so why not carefully plan for the inevitable? spotting or a milky discharge can be many things from a minor vaginal injury (from that rubbing) and your own vaginal mucous. it could be a yeast infection if you are also having itching or irritation. see your medical provider if you are concerned. ejaculation on or near the vaginal opening is a bit risky. while it is not very likely you got pregnant this time since you are on the pill and the ejaculation was not vaginal you want to really avoid as much live viable sperm as you can. you really can't trust your partner during these heated moments of passion so must make him use a condom even if you have not consented to going ""all the way"". this will contain his semen. if you have a normal period and no signs of pregnancy you won. this time but please keep in mind that thiings could change. be prepared and be pro-active."
can the colon cause panic attacks and severe anxiety?,panic attacks are not just an emotional response. if you have ever felt your heart beating very hard it means you have high blood pressure. i know that when i get panic attacks i can't breathe properly and/or i get squeezing headaches. and if you have too much of a food or a certain drink that can also trigger a panic attack. but the best way that i know to stop a panic attack is to either hold your breath for 30 seconds or to just relax yourself and breathe slowly or drink a certain amount of water. best of luck!
how does coronary artery disease develop?,"arteries that supply blood and oxygen to the heart muscles are called coronary arteries. coronary artery disease (cad) occurs when cholesterol plaque (a hard thick substance comprised of varying amounts of cholesterol calcium muscle cells and connective tissue which accumulates locally in the artery walls) builds up in the walls of these arteries a process called arteriosclerosis. over time arteriosclerosis causes significant narrowing of one or more coronary arteries. when coronary arteries narrow more than 50 to 70% the blood supply beyond the plaque becomes inadequate to meet the increased oxygen demand during exercise. lack of oxygen (ischemia) in the heart muscle causes chest pain (angina) in most patients. however some 25% of patients experience no chest pain at all despite documented ischemia or may only develop episodic shortness of breath instead of chest pain. these patients have ""silent angina"" and have the same risk of heart attack as those with angina. when arteries are narrowed in excess of 90-99% patients often have angina at rest (unstable angina). when a blood clot (thrombus) forms on the plaque the artery may become completely blocked causing death of a part of the heart muscle (heart attack or myocardial infarction ). the arteriosclerotic process can be accelerated by smoking high blood pressure elevated cholesterol levels and diabetes. patients are also at higher risk for arteriosclerosis if they are older (greater than 45 years for men and 55 years for women) or if they have a family history of coronary heart disease."
what are the usual symptoms of toxoplasmosis?,although people infected with toxoplasmosis are often unaware of having this disease typical symptoms are flu-like and include swollen lymph nodes and muscle aches and pains that last from a few days to several weeks. if your immune system is normal you cannot get the infection again.
can you smoke while using nicoderm patches,not a good idea. too much nicotine.
i’m 19 and have chest pain tightness and a high heart rate?,if your ecg turned out fine then it is almost anxiety. no one knows that he is anxious. do low impact walking exercise. yoga. meditation. you will be fine.
how can i stop waking up to check the time?,so one of the things that i have people have problems with is what i call the on-call response. and so this is just like a physician who is waiting for that phone call all night long they are waking up all night because they know they’ve got an early morning and they want to make sure that they don’t miss their alarm. the easiest thing that people can do to try and thwart the on-call effect is basically to set your alarm have somebody else outside of either your home or somebody within your home to make sure that they will get you up at such-and-such at time. you can even have a wake up service if you’re staying at a hotel and there are actually wakeup services that you can have call to your home again to make sure that you’re getting up at the right specified time. remember meditation and relaxation before sleep will help with that. and if you wake up in the middle of the night don’t go for the alarm time to look and see what time it is. make sure you can’t see the alarm clock. spin it around. it will work. it’s not going to break in the middle of the night. if you have to set two alarm clocks one on your cell phone one on your regular alarm and get yourself some sleep.
diarrhea with blood clots,hi blood in stools or urine go see your doctor asap. good luck
how do smoking affect my sleep?,hi have a good read of this link it could help understand your problems. the link <link> 1/f/cigarette_smoking_and_sleep. htm just copy this link into google to open and read but the real answer would be to pack up the smokes hard but can be done how do i know i did it18 years ago smoked from the age of 11. so yes it can be done. good luck
can you still get pregnant if you have had fallopian tubes removed? . having pregnancy symptoms but youngest child is 14yrs old. .,no. as early as your mid 30's you can have pre-menopause symptoms which can be similar to pregnancy. like the previous person said the only way to conceive would be ivf. if your symptoms continue check with your doctor they may need to check your hormone levels and examine you to rule out cysts etc. cysts on the uterus can cause pregnancy symptoms and are usually treatable with medication.
for the past year i have been experiencing pain in the left side of my penis which is also accompanied by swelling. have been to doctor and urologist who have ruled out stds and hernia. testicles are ok as well. what could this be?,hi do you have any curve on that side and not knowing you age does not help could be the start of pyronie's disease this could be the pain. but as for the swelling well for some of us its called an erection so from that how bad is this swelling? and is the swelling painful or something that just happens?
my boyfriend ejackulated in me four days before my period is it possible i am pregnant?,we planned it like that but i have been discharging all day and then now i am lightly bleeding so i am just wondering if i could be and im not freaking out. i want to get pregnant.
can i start smoking after my surgery(maxofacial) it's been one month i already smoked two cigars it there any risk?,hi so you had an maxofacal but for what as you have not been smoking for that long perhaps now would be a good time to say no more. just think about it. good luck ps if you want to reply just use answer this above.
had unprotected sex feb. 8 and i took nordette pills as ecp on feb. 11. will it still work? my most fertile day was feb. 10. by the way i have a regular cycle.,hi as nordette ecp has a range of 120 hours i think you should be on the safe side of not being pregnant. so in the next two days you should start a period and this will be from when your periods will now start this is what it does. ok good luck
dark spots appear on my kid’s skin no fever or any changes on his health?,the patches looks like either fungal infection or eczematous reaction. consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. a blood test and microscopy of scraping from the lesion can be done for further confirmation and then only treatment can be advised. hope this helps.
are there any types of blood pressure devices that are inserted inside of you invented? . any types of blood pressure checking devices that are inserted inside of you to check blood pressure? and by inserted inside i mean inserted permanetly inside of you. . thanks <positive_smiley>,to my knowledge no one has invented an internal blood pressure monitor nor do i think there would be a use for something this invasive. do you want to invent one? there are plenty of telemetry devices that will take your blood pressure automatically at prescheduled times. this is commonly done in hospitals like intensive care units. to put an internal device inside you like a pacemaker or defibrillator would seem to be more risky than just taking the blood pressure when you need it.
"why do my breasts hurt and feel and look like they are getting bigger? . for almsot 2 weeks now my breasts have been painful and feel like and look like they are getting bigger. i instantly thought of being pregnant but i am on the mirena birth control and although its not 100% effective i still did not believe i were pregnant. i took a home pregnancy test from my local drugstore and it was negative. why are my breasts feeling this way? people i know have been commenting on them looking ""huge"" or ""bigger than normal"".",swelling or an internal bruise may be the cause for your pain and discomfort. may i ask. have you missed your period lately?
will my cartilage piercing close up if i have had it for 3 weeks and i take it out for an hour for volleyball games?,most helpful answer it should not close in an hour but it may be a bit challenging for you to re-insert the earring again. even an hour later. keep your hands very clean clean the piercing and observe closely for infection. cartilage piercings are notorious for getting infected.
does bursitis in the elbow cause the arm hand and fingers to swell? . the elbow was treated two weeks ago with a steriod injection and prescription ibubrofin. the swelling never completely went away nor the pain. now the pain has increased and the swelling has moved into the arm hand and fingers. the pain is great and the elbow is still red and swollen also.,yes it can
i just had a yearly exam & have been dealing with hemmorhoids. now my vagina is slightly itchy could this be related?,no they are not likely related. hemorrhoid can naturally itch. the vagina can itch if it has a yeast infection for instance. two different areas. two very different problems.
i need help with my anxiety. i have borderline personality disorder. i recently moved out on my own; i am miserable. my anxiety is the worst it has ever been. i can feel myself getting more depressed. i am already on zoloft but that doesnt help at all anymore. i am so edgy and it hurting my relationships with everyone around me. please help! i don't know how much longer i can stand all of this. i want to be a successful adult and be able to take care of myself but everyday it doesnt seem like i am ever going to be able to,firstly congrats on being independent and living on your own. its a big step but a great one. and at times yes you may feel down or irritated but this can all be helped! your anxiety can also be controlled and personally i think you should be doing this through eating the right foods including lots of raw fruit and vegetables dairy free milk such as oat milk soy milk almond milk or if you do not like that at least low or no fat milk. cut out on all processed foods that contain presertitives flavours or flavor enhancers artificial colors added sugar and high salts. this all has effects on the body and is un-natural. just changing what you eat will help your thought processes. decent exercise is also a great way to relieve anxiety and depression. doing good will make you feel good! and lots of good un-interupted sleep is very important too. at least 8-10 hours. i dont think the zoloft is doing you any good. these are synthetic chemicals that do more damage to your head and body in the long run. join a yoga class or do some volunteer work. getting out and meeting people will make you feel good. try to learn something new everyday and keep your mind active. don't let bad thoughts get in the way of enjoying this precious life you have. hope this helps you in some way <positive_smiley> keep positive!
what can i do to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease gerd at home?,home treatment measures may help you control the symptoms of mild gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd). these include making lifestyle changes and taking nonprescription medicines that reduce or block acid. these include antacids (for example tums) h2 blockers (for example pepcid ) and proton pump inhibitors (for example prilosec otc). if you have been using nonprescription medicines to treat your symptoms for longer than 2 weeks talk to your doctor. if you have gerd the stomach acid could be causing damage to your esophagus. your doctor can help you find the right treatment. you can make changes to your lifestyle to help relieve your symptoms of gerd. here are some things to try: change your eating habits. it’s best to eat several small meals instead of two or three large meals. after you eat wait 2 to 3 hours before you lie down. late-night snacks aren't a good idea. chocolate mint and alcohol can make gerd worse. they relax the valve between the esophagus and the stomach. spicy foods foods that have a lot of acid (like tomatoes and oranges) and coffee can make gerd symptoms worse in some people. if your symptoms are worse after you eat a certain food you may want to stop eating that food to see if your symptoms get better. do not smoke or chew tobacco. if you have gerd symptoms at night raise the head of your bed to by putting the frame on blocks or placing a foam wedge under the head of your mattress. (adding extra pillows does not work. ) avoid or reduce pressure on your stomach. do not wear tight clothing around your middle. lose weight if you need to. losing just 5 to 10 pounds can help. gerd: controlling heartburn by changing your habits along with lifestyle changes nonprescription medicines may be needed to control occasional heartburn. medicines used for home treatment of gerd include antacids (for example tums) h2 blockers (for example pepcid) and proton pump inhibitors (for example prilosec otc). if you have been using nonprescription medicines to treat your symptoms for longer than 2 weeks talk to your doctor. if you have gerd the stomach acid could be causing damage to your esophagus. your doctor can help you find the right treatment. for more information about prescription forms of these drugs see the medications section of this topic. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what pulmonary rehab exercises can be beneficial to someone with copd?,the most important part of any pulmonary rehabilitation program for copd is exercise. all pulmonary rehab centers offer exercises to improve physical fitness. some pulmonary rehab centers provide an exercise program only. other centers provide access to specialists education and psychological support in addition to exercises. pulmonary rehab exercises include: lower-body exercises: most pulmonary rehab centers provide a regimen of exercises that centers on leg workouts. these exercises vary from simple walking on a treadmill or around a track to more intense stair climbing. most of the proven benefits of pulmonary rehab come from studies in people doing leg exercises. upper-body exercises: the muscles in the upper body are important for breathing as well as daily activities. arm and chest exercises might include turning a crank against resistance or simply repetitively lifting the arms against gravity. exercises for breathing muscles: breathing through a mouthpiece against resistance during pulmonary rehab may increase the strength of the breathing muscles. these exercises are infrequently used but may be helpful for people with very weak breathing muscles. strength training : most pulmonary rehab exercises concentrate on building endurance. adding strength training like lifting weights has been shown to increase muscle strength and bulk as well.
can i take benadryl with zyrtec. my wife has hives on her chest and arms that just poped up last night.,benadryl is very effective for hives because of the fast onset of the medication but only lasts about four hours. zyrtec tends to be slower in onset but lasts longer (24 hours). both are antihistamines of course and most of the time you only need one of the other. on some occasions however when you have taken zyrtec in the 24 hours you can still get hives so it is safe to take a dose of benadryl. benadryl does cause sedation so please be careful if you need to drive.
how to get taller even if you surpass the growing age? . hello. i just turned 22 and 5'3 tall. i want to add a few more inches. is there any way i can do that? i have seen many pills like. growthflexv® pro. claiming they can add up to 1 to 6 inches within 3 months. is this true?,there are no medical ways to increase your height after you have naturally stopped growing. you would be wasting your money on this medication. it will not increase your height unless of course you get two bottle and stand on top of them. you can wear lifts in your shoes if you want but my suggestion is to just stand tall and be proud. the measure of a person is not in their height but in their soul.
is it normal for a patient to have anxiety when having an uncurable severe illness?,i have two types of multiple sclerosis. have had it since i was 16. it is very normal to have anxiety. don't let it overcome you though. take charge as much as can handle and don't hesitate to ask for help. good luck
i just had a ton of blood come out of my eye when i blew my nose. you could feel the pressure in my ear when my nose is clogged but it was almost instantly that it occurred. am i ok or should i seek medical attention? i currently don't have insurance.,i can't respond to the medical issue but you can go to a local urgent care center to get care if you're uninsured.
where and how can i get healthcare. i qualify for medicaid and am disabled but alabama did not opt to help?,unfortunately people with low incomes living in states that chose not to expand their medicaid programs are often left without good coverage options just as they were before the affordable care act became law. you might look for medical care at federally qualified community health centers where you can receive good primary care on a sliding scale or at no cost. to find one near you check: <link> unfortunately people with low incomes living in states that chose not to expand their medicaid programs are often left without good coverage options just as they were before the affordable care act became law. you might look for medical care at federally qualified community health centers where you can receive good primary care on a sliding scale or at no cost. to find one near you check: <link> but you should also check with your state's medicaid department. if you are disabled you may qualify for coverage because of that.
getting all four wisdom teeth removed all at once over spring break. should i be worried of complications?,most helpful answer you may have a few days of mouth discomfort but your dentist will provide you with some pain medication. you may need to alter your diet a bit (assuming you are hungry) but as far as complications are concerned this would be unlikely. assuming you are healthy. one thing of concern especially the lower extraction sites would be acquiring a dry socket. this is when the blood clot (part of the healing process) can become dislodged. can be caused by sucking liquids through a straw smoking. can be very painful but can be remedied by going back to dentist or oral surgeon and having what is called gel-foam usually coated with a substance called eugenol placed in socket. this usually takes care of pain and promotes healing.
if the virus in chickenpox vaccine is live can it cause chickenpox?,about 2% of the children who are vaccinated develop a very mild case of chickenpox usually with no more than five to six blisters. it is also possible for a person who has been vaccinated for chickenpox to develop chickenpox at some later point in life. when that happens the disease is almost always milder and the recovery more rapid than for people who have not had the shots. it's important to keep in mind that up to 90% of the people who get the vaccine will not catch chickenpox
i was vaccinated about a year ago but cough sounds like whooping cough and it has been going on for 2 and a half weeks. it started out like a cold but i just cant seem to get better and now i have dark urine and burning when pee and blood in my stool.,many coughs can sound the same. now that you have more than just a cough it is important for you to see your medical provider again so you can be properly examined diagnosed and treated. not just for this lingering cough but for your new symptoms.
is chalazion contagious. my 2 daughters both have what looks like chalazion on their eyelids. at 1st i though it was a stye but they are large lumps. .,no if these lumps are chalazions they are not contagious. they still could be hordeolum internum (stys under the eyelids) so please have them examined so that you can have an exact diagnosis and treatment solution.
problems sleeping…. but worried that i might get dependent on sleeping pills,lately i find that many sleeping problems occur because of over exposure to computer screens and tv screens in the hours just before sleeping. try to get your mind to relax for 2 hours before going to bed. make sure you sleep in a dark area. try stress reduction techniques. don’t go to bed on a full stomach.
i jumped a fence punctures in my leg and hand do i need tetanus shot er?,hi the wounds seem to be bad and penetrating. go to an er get them cleaned dressed with antispetic creams. get a tetanus shot. start on anti inflammatory anti biotic tablets. apply ice packs do not apply hot water thanks
i recently had tonsillectomy. and now if i drink any carbonated drink i get sick and my throat get infected. dear sir/madam . i recently had tonsillectomy. and after almost one year of tonsillectomy i am getting sick if i drink any carbonated drink like cola even drinking only one gulp! i get sick very fast. headache fever flu throat pain can attack me easily. i am tired of taking dozens of medicines. my age is 18. please tell me the solution.,hi well either see and ent doctor or just stop drinking carbonated drinks full stop but doing the second choice would be very good for you body think of all the corn syrup you would not be putting into your body you would be really healthy all because of you ex-tonsils. good luck
is it ok for my 5 year old to take benadryl on a daily basis. he has really severe outdoor allergies and i was told that benadryl at night and zyrtec in the morning is ok to do. can you please confirm yes or no?,zyrtec lasts 24 hours so usually benadryl is not needed. it is safe to give it at night (even if he is on zyrtec) but this first-generation antihistamine can interfer with restful dream-state sleeping.
is it safe to give baby tylenol with nystatin. i have gotten different information on how much to give my 1 month old. 1ml divided than told. 5ml divided. doctor told me one way the pharmasist told me the other. so i thought it best to give the lesser amount until she started crying during bottle feedings again. went up thinking she wasn't getting enough still cried. which is right? even going up on the dose she still is really fussy and seems so uncomfortable. is it an upset stomach? is it painful still? can i give her tylenol?,just about all one month olds have fussy periods so don't read too much in to it. thrush is not that painful. as long as she is nursing or taking a bottle it should be fine. either amount is fine on the nystatin. i give my patients one ml on each side of their mouth about four times a day (the medication is very safe). it should not upset her tummy but she could have an upset tummy from a bit of colic. it is okay to give tylenol (at the proper dosage for her weight) if you think she needs it.
how contagious is chlamydia? my now ex bf tested positive and i am negative. my bf and i were pregnant i lost the baby but not before i got tested for all std's. which all came back negative. my bf and i did not have sex after we found out i was pregnant but just last week he called and told me he was positive for chlamydia. how likely is it that i didn't get it if he had it when we had unprotected sex for 3 months?,pretty much what i knew and thought already but he thinks me and my dr are crazy for thinking he cheated. gotta love karma! it got him good this time lol <positive_smiley> p. s. he probably thinks you're crazy now too! lol
i needed the toilet but instead of stool there was a lot of blood?,i would ask you some questions before confirming a diagnosis? what is the color of blood? bright red or dark maroon? do you have any bowel habits changed? constipation or diarrhea? do you have recently changed food habits? did you eat any spicy food or food from unguaranteed hygiene source? i am expecting meckel’s diverticulum or ulcerative colitis. a gastroentrologist can diagnose it with history taking and colonoscopy.
is there a moratorium on certain conditions and how long a person has had them that would limit coverage?,under no circumstances or particular illness can an insurer legally deny a person coverage starting january 1 2014.
am 23 yrs old guy and i have acne on my face and my face is oily. i am facing this acne problem since i was 14. when ever i woke up from sleep i found yellow acne at the corner of my nose and some times on chick too. i also have acne on my forehead and my back and shoulder. this acne make my face skin dull and more darker as compared to other part of body. i tried many different face wash but no changes found. please suggest any treatment to get rid of it.,gentle washing with plain water and mild soap don't scrub. i get the best results from salicylic acid face wipes use them like your life depended on it morning and night. you can buy them very cheaply. spot treatment with a salicylic acid gel. your acne may be caused by testosterone as male hormones increase skin oiliness and acne. so it may be partly natural. but the above treatment is one of the better ones i've found.
hernia surgery dark redness in penis shaft. looks like blood build up? no pain and incision area looks clean and well.,"talk to your surgeon but it is not unusual to have some leakage of blood under the skin or subcutaneous tissue ""south"" of the surgical incision that could involve the penis or scrotal area. blame it on gravity. this would look like a deep bruise. it may be red af first but then turns a bluish-purple as the body reabsorbs the blood."
three days ago my husband's skin started to hurt. no rash just pain. what would you recommend. it started with a patch on the small of his back and now it's on his on his chest.,if the rash is on the same side of the back as on the chest and is only in that one area it could be an early sign of shingles medically know and varicella zoster virus. this is a reactivation of chickenpox. it occurs in the distribution of one given sensory nerve can be painful and is often followed by a blistering rash in the same location. it should be treated as early as possible in order to avoid longer-term pain after the rash resolves. i would recommend an immediate visit to your dermatologist for an evaluation.
could i get pregnant if i had on thin sweatpants and underwear while my boyfriend was pressing into my vagina? . my boyfriend was pressing his penis into my vagina while i had on thin sweatpants and underwear. my boyfriend had no pants or underwear on. there was also only pre-ejaculation. if his penis went inside at all it was very slightly because i could still feel pressure there. could the pre-ejaculation go through my thin sweat pants and underwear to make me pregnant? it's also been about a week since my last period if that helps any. thanks.,hi it would have to be magic sperm to get through that lot i think you find that you ok. look don't stress over this your only make your self worst male sperm is good but not that good if there was any the only way there would have been sperm present was if he masturbated before seeing you. but as your now playing around with his sexual parts its a bout time you was on some kind of bc the pill the ring the implant the cap or iud. but keep away from depo shot just to many side effects which you wont like. remember safe sex is best. good luck
my son is 6 years old. his skin is peeling. is it dangerous?,avoid exposure to heat humidity moisture and friction which can cause peeling if this does not help then in my opinion you need a genetics doctor as i suspect acral peeling skin syndrome it is not dangerous it is just good to knowgood luck
why is it important to accurately diagnose celiac disease?,diagnosis of celiac disease should be firmly established before commencing treatment with a gluten-free diet for several reasons. the gluten-free diet is a lifelong and tedious commitment that should not be taken lightly. it is more costly than a normal diet and has significant social implications for dining out. patients with irritable bowel syndrome may experience improvements in bloating abdominal pain and diarrhea with a gluten-free diet. these patients may be misdiagnosed as having celiac disease. without confirmation of celiac disease by small intestinal biopsy they may be unnecessarily committed to lifelong gluten restriction. a gluten-free diet can lower blood antibody levels and allow the small intestine to lose the typical appearance of celiac disease complicating subsequent efforts at making a firm diagnosis of celiac disease.
i have a light brown spot on my earlobe that is hard to the touch and sorta swollen. what is it? its painful. it appeared a while ago and feels kinda hard. what is it? when i itch it it sounds flaky. it is very small. please help.,it is not possible to make a blind diagnosis over the internet. in other words if i can't see it first-hand during and exam and actually feel it it would not be possible for me or any medical provider to offer you a definitive answer. you will need to see a medical professional or dermatologist. sorry.
no period 10yrs today i noticed a little bit of white creamy susbstance coming out of my left nipple. not pregnant. 31yr old female no period for 10yrs spotted last week than heavy 1 day very painful yesterday stopped. today i noticed a very little creamy milk susbstance on my left nipple. i'm definitely not pregnant. i'm bloated more facial hair than nomal. i've gained a lot of weight on last couple weeks. i've only had 3 periods in my life 4 if you count the spotting from last week. i've had cysts in my ovaries in the past. a few of them ruptured idk if i still do. no health insurance til jan 2016.,hi its hard one to answer when did last have unprotected sex? your only real way would be to get a doctor to do a test but that's out of it have you any free mothers clinics near you get one there but its the only real way to find out what is going on the next thing would be having a hormone test done with a blood test they could be out of whack this again you may be able to get done in a free clinic. hope this helps you. good luck
i am 10 weeks pregnant i am having severe back pain headache for past few days?,i am finding no direct relation between your back pain and the other symptoms unless you are suffering ibs or the back pain may be due to the pregnancy load on your back that can be aggravated if you have gastroenteritis (diarrhea headache). in my opinion there is no need to worry so far you can visit your doctor if symptoms did not subside after 3-5 days but avoid dehydration.
what can i do with leftover hamburger buns?,got a few whole wheat hamburger buns leftover from a previous dinner? here’s a recipe that will quickly transform this forgotten bread into a savory side dish for today’s lunch or dinner. garlic cheese toast complements soup stew or a green salad. you can blend together the cheese spread and have it ready in the fridge for when you are ready to broil them. i developed this recipe with gruyere cheese because i happened to have some in my refrigerator (and it’s a high flavor cheese) but you could use other cheeses and the recipe would still work well. likewise you could use whipped butter instead of a light margarine. garlic cheese toast ingredients * 2 tablespoons light margarine (i. e. smart balance light buttery spread) * 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic * 1/3 cup shredded gruyere cheese (sharp cheddar may be substituted) * 3 whole-wheat hamburger bun halves (or similar) about 100 grams total preparation 1. in a small bowl combine margarine garlic and shredded cheese with fork until blended. 2. spread evenly on whole wheat hamburger buns. watching carefully broil bun halves in toaster oven (or regular oven) until golden brown and cheese mixture is bubbling — about 2 to 3 minutes. (you can put it directly on the rack but if you want to set it on something use a small sheet of foil). 3. serve with pasta soup or salad! yield: makes 3 servings nutritional analysis per serving: 158 calories 7 g protein 17 g carbohydrate 7 g fat 2. 5 g saturated fat 2. 5 g monounsaturated fat 2 g polyunsaturated fat 13 mg cholesterol 3 g fiber 230 mg sodium. calories from fat: 39 percent. omega-3 fatty acids =. 9 gram omega-6 fatty acids = 1 gram.
what do i do i think im dying please help my body might be shutting down please /help/ me. please help me i took 11 advil in one day and my body is getting weaker and weaker is it shutting down? and its getting hard to breathe can i go to sleep like this? or will i die in my sleep? can i force my body not to shut down? please answer this as soon as possible im crying because i dont want to die. or do i have to go to the hospital? . because i dont want my mom to know that i took too many painkillers but i dont want to die. somebody. please help me. im crying so much.,hi it sounds like you are having a very tough time. i would highly recommend that you either call your doctor right away or go to the hospital. it sounds like you need to be checked out to see what is going on to make you feel this way. it's dangerous to take 11 advil in one day and that can be very harmful to your body. it's very concerning that you're having trouble breathing. please get medical help right away. dr. smith
what is polyarteritis nodosa (pan) and how it differ from lupus?,polyarteritis nodosa is a type of inflammation of the blood vessels (vasculitis) that affects medium- and large-sized arteries. depending on which blood vessels are involved and specifically the tissues they supply injury can occur to internal organs such as the kidneys or bowel. systemic lupus erythematosus (sle) is an autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation of many tissues of the body including the skin joints lungs heart nervous system and kidneys. sle may or may not cause vasculitis.
small thrombus in distal right pulmonary artery should i start taking xarelto (rivaroxaban)?,in my opinion if you do not have sensitivity to rivaroxaban or you are taking any drugs that interfere with its action you should start it as the side effects are common with most blood thinners unless you get any change that can be a side effect.
i have severe left flank pain but was told not kidney stones or uti. what else could it be?,pancreatic problems can cause left flank pain. so can lower lobe lung problems intenstinal disorders and spine issues. even shingles can cause flank pain. make sure your medical provider keeps looking.
i started having intense sharp constant pain behind my right eye right temple area and backside of the right side of my head?,after careful reading to your history. i believe that your problem as you guessed is better with antibiotics so it is related to the chronic sinusitis. but the antibiotics made a good effect in the beginning as it kills the bacteria …not the virus as the viruses are not affected by antibiotics … you should work on your immunity by vitamin c intake in all forms. nasal lavage with black sea salted water. bee honey and ginger.
are bedbugs attracted to the fibers or the material used to make mattresses?,no. these night feeders are attracted to carbon dioxide which we expel with every breath.
what is the difference between lovaza and the otc fish oil products?,and one that i have to answer a lot because many people don't know that they really need to get the prescription filled! the fda-approved dose of lovaza is four capsules per day. it could take up to 14 capsules per day of an omega-3 supplement to provide the same amount of active ingredients proven to lower very high triglycerides. omega-3 dietary supplements have not been approved by the fda to treat any specific disease like very high triglycerides. supplements also do not go through an fda approved manufacturing process. if you have any other questions talk to your pharmacist it’s worth the extra time.
i have been diagnosed with barrets esophagus and severe acid reflux are ppis safe for me?,hi ppis are safe and if you have been taking these earlier then do not hesitate to start over aghain. yoga and meditation also help to some extent. avoid tea and late night meals. you should finish off your dinner atleast 3 hours before sleeping. this will help reduce gastritis to a considerable extent. thanks
"i just got diagnosed w/herpes type 1 in my genital area. should i now avoid sex with my partner to avoid getting type 2? . we have been sexually active for 4 months but i understand one of us probably had herpes from before that. i am just confused about the difference between type 1 and type 2. my doctor said my genital region (vaginal) was infected with type 1. but now i guess that would be called ""genital herpes"". so do i have type 2? or does he? i am tested annually for everything and have never been positive for either type. and i don't know how serious this diagnosis is or if i should avoid sex with him.","okay so type 1 is common to oral area and type 2 is common to genital area. you just have type 1 on your genitals. it will not ""turn"" into type 2. your test will always come back positive for type 1 no matter where on your body it shows up. typical outbreaks happen during stressful or extra moist (for prolong periods of time). herpes outbreaks will become less frequent the longer you have had it. your partner is always at risk whether you have an active outbreak or not <negative_smiley> you can pass it days before you notice an outbreak. be honest with your partner - as you know this is a life long disease. always let your ob/gyn know. when you decide to have a baby they will give you a daily supressive med to keep from passing along to your child or you can opt for a c-section. good luck god bless and hope this helped."
when me and my boyfriend are trying to have inorcoures i always get really bad aniexty? what do i do. i feel like i'm going to throw up,hi just google natural ways out of anxiety you should find away out of your problem. do you think it could be that its the thought of sexual intercourse that's doing it? your body putting up a natural defence to your b/f or have you had sex with him before? is it a new thing? if its something here you may need to see a sex therapist to get to the bottom of your problem. hope something here helps. good luck
missed birth control pills! missed period cramping! but negative test! could i be pregnant? . i take birth control it has 21 active pills and 7 sugar pills and there are 4 rows in a pack. i started my first pack nov10 2013. okay now dec 15th i started new pack i have only taken 6 pills out of this pack. im so far behind i was suppose to start dec8. i thought i was suppose to get my period dec16 i took a test dec29 and it was negative i only have sex weds and sundays my last period was nov8 - nov11 and bleed 1 day nov21. last time i had sex was dec 18th my next period should be jan 9-12. im 20,h danielle its a simple thing you just take one pill the same time every day so your saying this simple thing that protects you from getting pregnant you cant do. the only thing you can do now is stop taken them use condoms for sex and see if your next period starts hopefully if not go get a pt at your doctor and take from there to either keep it or get rid of it. don't let people pressure you end of the day its your body your mind. go your way. do hope this helps. good luck
why is my 20 month old waking up during night crying uncontrollably?,"there can be many reasons but night terrors would be the most likely. he may be having vivid dreams so real to him that it can frighten him. he may not remember having these dreams but he will wake up (some times) and need comfort. some children can just cry or scream in their sleep without fully waking up. some will get out of bed and come to you. night terrors can last a while and their may be little that can be done to prevent all of these episodes assuming that the does not have any underlying medical reasons for these awakenings. read to him before he goes to bed. read a nice story; a fun story. get his little mind focused on bunnies not scary things. be careful what he sees on television including commercials for movies that can be frightening to him. try to explain dreams to him (it may be difficult at this age) but do what you can to encourage ""sweet dreams"". a night light may be helpful in his room soft music or white noise (waterfall sounds rain sounds babbling brooks) are also helpful. there are white noise machines that are relatively inexpensive. this may help him to rest better. before he goes to bed to quiet activities. don't chase him around the house and get him all excited. these things will pass in time with love and support. for more information and other suggestions on dealing with ""night terrors"" an internet search will be very fruitful."
is it safe for my father to take carvedilol furosemide ramipril warfarin lovastatin pravastatin sodium & vitamins?,your father should not be taking lovastatin and pravastatin. they are in the same class of medications and he should not need both of them. taking both can put him at risk for adverse effects like muscle pain and myopathy. all of his other medications look fine. but you should have him sit down and review all of his medications with his doctor and pharmacist to be sure he is using them appropriately. if you are worried about drug interactions it is important that you only use one pharmacy to fill all of your prescriptions so that the pharmacist can properly screen for interactions. and talk to your pharmacist. they can provide you all the information you need to use your medications safely.
i have strep throat (streptococcal pharyngitis) prescribed clindamycin now feel awful?,it is advised to get the full course of treatment. those are side effects of clindamycin. but since you are penicillin sensitive. you should stay on the medication till the course ends to kill all the bacteria and prevent relapse. if you experienced jaundice then stop it and see your doctor. drinking warm liquids such as lemon water and tea drinking cold liquids to help numb the throat turning on a cool-mist humidifier taking over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen sucking on throat lozenges adding 1/2 teaspoon of salt to 1 cup of water and gargling the mixture
my belly button is producing some discharge its sticky and clear with a yellow tint?,hi this can happen if you have an underlying infection. clean and debride the wound thoroughly with dettol and betadine. dress it daily untill it becomes healthy. start antibiotics for speedy recovery. thanks
is it possible to make it to your 5th month of being pregnant and still not show any signs of being pregnant? . is it also possible for home pregnancy test to not work and/or be accurate?,yes it is possible. i didn't show any signs or symptoms of being pregnant with my son 20yrs ago. i didn't even find out i was pregnant until i was 6 months along. i went to the doctor for what i thought was a cold and they told me i was pregnant. i was very shocked happy but shocked. i stayed a size 3 the whole 6 months and one week after i found out all the weight came and sick to my stomach. it was weird.
is it okay for overweight kids to weight train?,"yes if their doctor approves. ""in obese kids it's actually a good activity "" says teri m. mccambridge md a pediatric sports medicine specialist in towson md. who chairs the american academy of pediatrics’ council on sports medicine and fitness. it can improve their cholesterol levels build strength and perhaps help them lose weight. and for teens and pre-teens who aren't into sports weight training may evolve into a lifelong exercise mccambridge says. of course the same rules about supervision and safety apply regardless of the child's size."
diagnosed with ulcerative colitis developed an swelling/growth around the vagina?,hi this seems unrelated to ulcerative colitis. the vaginal symptoms are either due to a std or vulvitis (inflammation). taking anti inflammatory tablets and blood investigations to rule out stds will be enough. thanks
does amoxicillin affect mononessa oral contraceptive? . i use amoxicillin to treat acne. my dermatologist said if i take the two prescriptions 12 hours apart from each other (e. i. one in the morning one at night) they would not have any negative interaction. he said that there is no evidence that antibiotics negatively affect oral contraceptives at all except for a select few. is it safe for me to take these two together?,i've always heard that antibiotics lessen the performance of oral birth control pills. i actually know of people who have become pregnant from taking antibiotics with their oral birth control.
is lupus hereditary?,lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus or sle) is a condition of chronic inflammation caused by an autoimmune disease. autoimmune diseases are illnesses that occur when the body's tissues are attacked by its own immune system. the precise reason for the abnormal autoimmunity that causes lupus is not known. inherited genes viruses ultraviolet light and drugs may all play some role. the genes some people inherit seem to increase the tendency of developing autoimmune diseases and autoimmune diseases such as lupus rheumatoid arthritis and immune thyroid disorders are more common among relatives of patients with lupus than the general population. some scientists believe that the immune system in lupus patients is more easily stimulated by external factors like viruses or ultraviolet light. sometimes symptoms of lupus can be precipitated or aggravated by only a brief period of sun exposure. research provides direct evidence that a key enzyme's failure to dispose of dying cells contributes to sle. accordingly a genetic mutation that disrupts the body's cellular waste disposal may be involved in the beginning of sle.
during wintertime i use retin-a products during the night. what should i use in the summer during nighttime?,you can continue using your retin-a product just be sure to be diligent about applying sunscreen during the day and reapplying every two hours or more often as needed.
i just gave birth two weeks ago it was not a normal birth?,hi you were exposed to to extreme stress and some blood lose my opinion is these are normal effects to what you experienced i recommend cbc test to check your haemoglobin levels good luck
can sinusitis or allergies cause a swollen lymph node under my arm?,yes swollen lymph nodes under arm or near neckline area appear as a response to allergies and infections.
what medications are used for lupus?,remember that each person has different symptoms. treatment depends on the symptoms. the doctor may give you aspirin or a similar medicine to treat swollen joints and fever. creams may be prescribed for a rash. for more serious problems stronger medicines such as antimalaria drugs corticosteroids and chemotherapy drugs are used. your doctor will choose a treatment based on your symptoms and needs. always tell your doctor if you have problems with your medicines. let your doctor know if you take herbal or vitamin supplements. your medicines may not mix well with these supplements. you and your doctor can work together to find the best way to treat all of your symptoms.
what does it mean if a food product is labeled “light ” “low ” “reduced ” or “fat-free? ”,"the fda sets rules for what food manufacturers can call ""light "" ""low "" ""reduced "" ""free "" and other food terms. here's the low-down on these terms: ""healthy"" food must be low in fat with limited cholesterol and sodium. anything labeled ""free"" must only contain tiny amounts of the ingredient in each serving. for example ""trans-fat free"" or ""fat-free"" products can have only 0. 5 mg of trans fats or fat; ""cholesterol-free"" foods can only have two milligrams of cholesterol and two grams of saturated fat. a serving of food labeled ""low sodium"" can have a maximum of 140 milligrams of sodium. a serving of ""low cholesterol"" food can have a maximum of 20 milligrams of cholesterol and two grams of saturated fat. one serving of a ""low-fat"" food can have a maximum of three grams of fat. a serving of a ""low-calorie"" food can have a maximum of 40 calories. a serving of a food labeled ""reduced"" must have 25% less of the ingredient than a serving of the regular version. one serving of a ""light"" food must have 50% less fat or 1/3 fewer calories than the regular version. the food and drug administration (fda) regulates what claims a product can make. the following are a few examples to answer your question: - free. this term means that a product contains no amount of or only trivial or ""physiologically inconsequential"" amounts of one or more of these components: fat saturated fat cholesterol sodium sugars and calories. - low. this term can be used on foods that can be eaten frequently without exceeding dietary guidelines for one or more of these components: fat saturated fat cholesterol sodium and calories. - low-fat : 3 g or less per serving - low-saturated fat : 1 g or less per serving - low-sodium : 140 mg or less per serving - very low sodium : 35 mg or less per serving - low-calorie : 40 calories or less per serving. - low-cholesterol : 20 mg or less and 2 g or less of saturated fat per serving - reduced. this term means that a nutritionally altered product contains at least 25 percent less of a nutrient or of calories than the regular or reference product. however a reduced claim can't be made on a product if its reference food already meets the requirement for a ""low"" claim. - light. this descriptor can mean two things: - that a nutritionally altered product contains one-third fewer calories or half the fat of the reference food. - that the sodium content of a low-calorie low-fat food has been reduced by 50 percent."
i’m 33 weeks pregnant and i’m in a lot of pain?,how did your doctor approved ypu codeine during pregnancy! this kinda inflammation sooner or later goes away with safe antiinflammatory or safe pain killers try to save your baby inside your uterus as much as you can as much as you can bear let me tell you that during pregancy a hormone called relaxin makes ligaments softer and joints more flexible. even if you could not withstand the pain. make ir cs but with full term or near term baby
spider bite on the ankle has become infected deep red hot to the touch. what wound care is recommended? . infection after a bite from either a spider or mosquito. i must have broken open the skin when it began itching almost (4) days ago. i woke up last night to a very swollen right ankle now entire foot. wound has closed up but site is deep red in color hot to the touch and getting more painful w/ any pressure applied. cold compresses are not working. how do you know if it's puss building up? how can i safely remove the puss? no insurance so need at-home skin infection remedies!,simply go through natural treatment. natural treatment or organic treatment is one of the best solution to cure spider bit. baking powder and some components include vitamin c and salicylic-acid are consider the best home remedies for treatment.
i know my antibiotic reduces the effectiveness of my birth control pills. how long should i continue a back-up method?,it depends on where in your cycle you are and what antibiotic you are taking. not all antibiotics affect birth control pills. a general rule of thumb is to use an alternative method of birth control for the course of the antibiotic usage and for seven days after you stop. but it really would depend on your individual situation. you should talk to your gynecologist or pharmacist about what you should do.
how much protein should i take in daily after the gastric sleeve weight loss surgery?,"after gastric sleeve weight loss surgery it's very important to get enough protein to help with healing and recovery. this is something you should ask your doctor as everyone is different. in general most people need about 60 to 75 grams of protein a day. protein is important for long-term weight maintenance as well since it helps you feel full longer. due to malnutrition after weight loss surgery some people may also lose some hair. protein can help with that as well. but again you should ask your doctor how much is right for you and also to get suggestions on the type of protein since it's important to get ""complete proteins. "" that means all the amino acids that help make up protein in the body. meats are complete proteins but most non-meat proteins are not. but if you combine certain proteins such as rice and beans you can get all the amino acids in one meal."
is swimming a good exercise for people with disabilities?,"water is a great equalizer. it supports body weight and with proper flotation devices most anyone can exercise in the water no matter what the physical disability. check locally at y's recreation centers and other pools for opportunities in your area or click on the usa swimming web site ( <link> ) to learn more (click on the ""swimmer"" tab and then ""disability""). in addition to recreational swimming the united states paralympics swim team ( <link> ) offers athletes with disabilities (amputees blind/visually impaired spinal-cord injured/wheelchair cerebral palsy/brain injury/stroke) the opportunity to compete internationally in swimming. swimming is an activity for virtually anyone who has the will and desire to do so."
should i be treated for hypothroidism if levels have been 6. 61 and 4. 02 - i have nearly every symption. symptoms: untreatable depression with many trials of antidepressants & on 2 diff. meds now as well as rx pain meds anti-inflam. med & none help w/symptoms. hair loss very tired no energy chronic total body aches pains joints stiff upon rising cold intolerance impaired memory focus dx w/high cholesterol. my doc did not want to treat but i feel like i should be. hypothyroidism does run in my family. just wanting some advice for my doctor appointment. thanks! vicki,if you're talking about your thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) lab results i'm a bit surprised your doctor doesn't want to treat this. several years ago the american association of clinical endocrinologists (aace) announced it was revising the reference range for normal tsh values to 0. 3 to 3. 0. clearly your results (assuming you're referring to tsh) are outside that range. i'd suggest you gather your medical records and see another health care provider for a second opinion. if possible see an endocrinologist. these doctors specialize in disorders of the endocrine system including the thyroid. wishing you all the best!
i use ginger root in a couple of forms for nausea. are there any medications that should not be taken with ginger?,this is one area that we just don't have enough data yet. ginger kind of falls in the category of being a vitamin and herbal supplement. it is regulated by the fda but not as strictly and therefore they really haven’t done a lot of clinical studies or types of studies where we are going to say okay you are on prescription drug x does this interact with it? so we really don't have that much data. there are some concerns about ginger causing an increase in bleeding. so you want to make sure that everyone knows that you are taking something like this. your pharmacist your doctor or whether healthcare provider make sure it's on a medication list which is all the medications that you are taking. so therefore if something does happen we are aware of it. but right now we just don't have enough data to find out whether or not that's going to happen.
how do i gain weight and what kind of doctor do i need to see?,such doctors are called nutritionist. have meals 3 times a day in divided doses. take milk twice daily. bananas and sweet fruits like apple bananas help gain weight.
how do i cure my driving anxiety. i'm already on meds for 10 yrs and it hasn't helped me. anyone ever tried hypnotized,hi just google natural ways out of anxiety you may find some help there its one of these things when you really need to look at your life style and also what you eat. you could also try stripping your life back to basics and work up from there as well a bit like building blocks just to see if you can leave any out or change them around. hope this helps you. good luck
how do i safely stop taking simvastatin (10 mg)? . i do not nor have i ever had high blood pressure. my cholesterol count before simvastatin was 234. . a stress test 3 years ago showed that there are no blockages or build up in my arteries my heart is in good shape; as a matter of fact the cardiologist told me i had the heart of a thirty year old. after learning about the dangers of this drug i am scared and would like to discontinue it. please advise. .,these books i have found to be very resourceful. the statin damage crisis/ by duane graveline m. d. the great cholestrol myth by jonny bowden ph. c. n. s. and how statin drugs really lower cholesterol james b. yoseph and hannah yoseph md. i urge you to do your research carefully.
period was over 70 days late got one last week but it was short. is there a chance that im pregnant? . i was on the pill for 4 years. went off it in november. december 9 was the last time i had a period. i just got in last week but it was very short. strong cramps and light bleeding for 2 days one day of stronger bleeding and cramps then 2 days of light brownish discharge. should i be concerned? or is it just a short period? when i was on the pill i was pretty consistent and it started strong basically from the start and would last for 2 or 3 days of heavy flow then light for 2-3 more days.,hi after you stop taking birth control pills the exogenous hormones will leave your body within a few days regardless of how long you were taking the pill. however that does not mean you’ll see your period by the next cycle. some women may not get their period for several months; this condition is known as post-pill amenorrhea (absence of period). since the pill has been preventing your body from making ovulation and menstruation hormones it can alter the normal production and your body can take longer to resume production. while this may sound like a great side effect (no period for months on end! ) you should take a pregnancy test if you’re sexually active since some women will ovulate and conceive before they ever have their first post-pill period. hope this helps you. good luck
what type of seizure last for about 16 to 20 minutes?,"well let me start by noting that not all body shaking is caused by a seizure. seizures are caused by abnormal brain signals while other types of involuntary body movement such as tremors may be hereditary and of unknown origin. there also are different types of seizures. some of them involve mild to severe convulsions but some of them merely cause a person to sort of stare off into space for awhile as if they can't hear you. seizures rarely (dare i say ""never"") last up to 20 minutes. most seizures last just a few minutes maybe 3 to 5 minutes or so before they end. if you believe you've had a seizure you should see a doctor for further examination and assessment. it's important to do this because a seizure can be a symptom of another underlying health problem such as in infection. i hope this helps! it is because i am a survivor of one. i have epilepsy from several head injuries and in 2012 minutes after surgery for a lumbar laminectomy i had a documented +30 minute seizure which ended with having a 4 day stay in icu along with scaring a surgeon and a anesthesiologist. even with all the precautions a 6 hour stay ended up with a 4 day camping trip at one of my least favorite places. luckily i don't remember anything except for the usual aura headaches and tiredness after each seizure. what saved my life was communication asking questions and family and doctor support. meds i take: keppra and depakote."
i am 46 years old and have oily-combination skin. what would be the best toner for my age?,i suggest that you cleanse your face twice daily with soap and water. pack a pre-moistened cleansing pad if you won't be around a water basin throughout the day. shower or bathe in tepid water rather than steaming hot water. hot water can strip your skin of needed moisture while cold water can shock your skin. avoid using cleansers or toners that tend to over-dry skin or have high alcohol content. this over-drying actually causes your skin to produce even more oil than usual. use only noncomedogenic moisturizers and sunscreen products. this means they're oil-free and won't clog pores. use vitamin a derivatives or retinoids which reduce production in oil glands and shrink their size.
she is due nov. 20th she concieved feb. 26th i had sex with her feb. 5th but she said she had sex with 2 others. mine? . i had sex with a woman feb. 5th and she tells me her doctor told her she conceived feb. 26th. she told me she had sex with 2 other men around the conception date. should i be worried since i had sex with her 3 weeks before her conception date? she also told me she had sex with 2 other men around that time. i pulled out other wore a condom but the third came inside. could i still be the father?,when your partner has multiple other partners. and is pregnant i would question her overall integrity. the only way that you will know if you or someone else is the father of this child is to have an official paternity test.
i have two spider bites on my arm possibly from a brown recluse. i have no health insurance. what should i do?,i would watch the bites because spider bites can cause serious skin infections which usually require antibiotics. check the area where you sleep vacuum the area and make sure you keep windows and doors closed to prevent the spiders from coming inside.
"just to point out my health insurance experience thus far my premiums are significantly higher with less benefits. . surprisingly at 3 of 4 level plans only blue cross is listed. if the ""marketplace"" is touting to be just that why is only one company listed? i live in florida. could it be that another negative to the website fiasco is that many insurers decided not to participate offering their plans per their websites? if there is an inkling of truth to this the issues with the marketplace could be far more reaching than not being able to sign up.",plans actually had to make decisions as to whether they would participate in the marketplace this spring and summer well before the website was launched. so although the website launch has been a fiasco it is not responsible for the number of plans participating. in general rural areas have a much smaller availability of health plans because it is harder for plans to contract with specific providers to form their network. so if you live in a rural area there are going to be fewer plans available than in an urban area regardless of the marketplace. plans may be hesitant to participate in states using the federal marketplace rather than states that chose to run their own. florida is not running its own marketplace.
i have a fair complexion but it’s dull and oily. my skin is sensitive and i have acne. what products should i use?,follow a skin regimen that includes exfoliation (aha salicylic acid and papaya enzymes). hydrate your skin with natural oils that are non-comedogenic (non-pore-clogging) such as almond oil or avocado oil. rejuvenate your skin with natural skin peptides collagen builders and tretinoin.
if a female doesnt have sexual intercourse for over a year does their hymen grow back?,no. the hymen does not grow back. it is gone but not forgotten. as rod moser told nooooooooo
red spots on penis which looks like tiny pimples. i went to a dermat who recoed me some antibiotics and steriod creams. mid march after these spot had subsided i noted that my shaft was blood red but very dry so again visited dermat and he said its nothing but allergy and gave me moisturiser some steroid cream. now come mid april the red spots noted in mid feb are back again (although much lesser this time). i dnt have any other associated symptoms such as itching burning or pain during or without urination. but im worried about why it is taking so long to heal?,hi first thought could be from masturbating if you use a tight grip and no oil? try just masturbating with a feather light grip and some baby oil. or this could be from washing powder either your mother you or your wife uses your getting a reaction to it it may have been changed at the time you got the rash? if so just ask for your under wear to have extra rinses or ask for them to be washed in some natural soap. just see how this goes. good luck
how is osteoarthritis treated? what medications can be used?,osteoarthritis usually is treated by physical therapy with muscle-strengthening exercises oral medications hot and cold compresses to the painful joint removal of joint fluid injection of medications into the joint use of supportive devices such as crutches or canes and weight control. surgery may be helpful to relieve pain when other treatment options have not been effective. the type of treatment prescribed will depend on several factors including your age activities and occupation overall health medical history location of your osteoarthritis and severity of the condition. medications may be prescribed to reduce pain caused by osteoarthritis. pain-relieving medications include acetaminophen (for example tylenol) and anti-inflammatory drugs (often called nsaids) such as aspirin ibuprofen or celebrex. some medications in the form of creams rubs or sprays may be applied over the skin of affected areas to relieve pain. for some people with persistent pain despite these pills or creams steroids can be injected directly into the joint for pain relief. these injections are typically limited since prolonged use can lead to bone and cartilage deterioration and weakness. the antidepressant cymbalta (duloxetine) has been approved for osteoarthritis pain as well. it's a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor or snri that was first approved by the fda in 2004. synvisc supartz euflexxa orthovisc and hyalgan are medications given as a series of three to five weekly joint injections that can relieve pain in some people with osteoarthritis. currently these drugs are only approved for knee osteoarthritis. when osteoarthritis pain is severe and other treatments are not working some doctors will give stronger pain pills such as narcotics. unfortunately none of these will reverse or slow the progression of joint damage caused by osteoarthritis.
female age 5 diagnosed with normocytic anemia what can cause this?,i suspect early iron deficiency anemia i recommend you to do. serum iron total iron-binding capacity (tibc) and serum ferritinhigh levels of wbcs due to tonsillitis take the suitable antibioticshigh platelets. have no explanation in the mean time but doing a follow up cbc afterva month would be useful.
got the depo shot in aug. for the past 5wks i have had my period nauseous dizzy headaches weak tired eyesite blurry,those may very well be side effects to the shot. it would be a good idea to see your doctor to see what you can do. i am also on the shot but never experienced those side effects. hope that helped!
can i continue to play sports while wearing braces?,if you have braces you can continue to participate in any sport you choose. when playing sports where there is a possibility of getting hit in the mouth a specially designed mouthguard will need to be worn. the mouthguard made of durable plastic is designed to fit comfortably over your braces and will protect the soft tissues inside your mouth.
"is the penis considered a muscle that needs exercise to remain ""healthy"".",hi its not a n muscle as such as its blood that keeps it erect but if you go to www. pegym. com and click on penis exercises your find just doing some of then like jelqing and stretching will help you a lot chuck in some kegels and your away for life. but do follow what the tell you to do do go in blind read up it all first try reading down the forums as well. hope this helps your penis. good luck
i have got pimples all over my face. i changed my dermatologist twice since they proved me of no help?,what medications did u tried so far? did u get it menses? and when? if u uploaded a pic showing the pimples it would be way way better for us to identify
on depo. period symptoms w/o bleeding. i've been on the depo shot for a bit longer than a year now and i love it. this past week was my week before my next shot and usually i have bleeding then but i haven't. i've had a thick white discharge cramping and other period symptoms and i've almost fainted/ had vertigo a few times. i've never had this sort of thing happen but i've done pregnancy tests both at home and in the lab i work at so unless it's too early to tell i'm not pregnant. has this happened to anyone else?,it's a common side effect of the depo shot to not get a period at all. you've been on it for awhile now so i wouldn't be too concerned unless you were late getting the last shot. when i was on the depo shot i hated it! i had more pregnancy symptoms then when i was actually pregnant with both my sons.
"regarding an ultrasound what is the 0 day? the date that the egg was released or fertilized by the sperm? . i've received two different due dates during the earlier part of my pregnancy. per the ovluation calendar my last menstrual cycle was 32days from the previous cycle. first i was told i was ""x"" amount of weeks and 0 days and i was told i was ""x"" amount of weeks and 4 days? i'm trying to figure out on what day i possibly conceived?",hi day14 is the most spoke about day for ovulation and depending where you read on all lengths of cycles so if you work from day 1 you need to have unprotected sex around day 9 or 10 this gives sperm time to get in place which takes 3 days and then can live for 5 to 10 days also depending were you read take into account day 14 its give or take a day so perhaps if its a day or two after then his sperm is sitting there just waiting for action. but as long as your now pregnant unless you need to work out who the father is? can you work it out from what's above and you would need to know what days you had unprotected sex on these are the most important days any sex before day 14 is where you need to be looking. hope this helps you. good luck
what medications and treatments are available to treat food allergies?,medicine is used to treat some food allergies. medicines to treat a severe allergic reaction or an anaphylactic reaction are packaged in a prescribed allergy kit. for mild allergic reactions people often try nonprescription medicines first. you can try prescription medicines if nonprescription medicines fail to control allergy symptoms or cause drowsiness or other bothersome side effects. medication choices medicines used to treat a severe allergic reaction include: epinephrine. epinephrine is given as a shot. it acts quickly to stop the further release of histamine and to relax the muscles that help you breathe. antihistamines. antihistamines block the action of histamine during an allergic reaction and help improve symptoms such as itching and sneezing. corticosteroids. these medicines help reduce inflammation. medicines used to relieve mild food allergy symptoms include: antihistamines and corticosteroids for hives gastrointestinal symptoms or sneezing and a runny nose. bronchodilators for asthma symptoms. bronchodilators relax the airways of the lungs making it easier to breathe. what to think about medicines that treat symptoms of food allergies can have side effects. they are typically used for short periods and are discontinued as soon as symptoms are resolved. the best way to avoid symptoms is to avoid the food you are allergic to. read all food labels and be aware that sometimes food allergens are called by other names on food labels. there is no medicine that you can take before eating a certain food that will reliably prevent an allergic reaction to that food. allergy shots (desensitization therapy) for food allergies are considered experimental and are not recommended. a recent small study of a medicine for peanut allergy showed promising results. the medicine called an anti-ige drug binds to the antibodies (ige) released during an allergic reaction to peanut. 9 a larger study is under way to find out whether this medicine is safe and effective for people who have peanut allergies. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i've been really nauseous and feeling like vomitting on a daily basis. i've also been having soft stool but not much of it is coming out. i've been told that is may be a blockage but i'm not sure. i started a new medication but even before so i was feeling a bit nauseous and once i started the medication luvox the nausea has spiked dramatically. also i've been feeling a bit more nauseous when i'm laying or sitting down. i've been having to miss school because of it so i am looking to take care of this problem asap.,your not moving enough stool it is building up & causing the problems. you will find otc meds will not work that well you need to find foods that will allow you to go on a regular basis. i had this very problem & found cherrio's or other wheat based products help move things along even if it's just wheat toast.
what is the outlook for lymphedema?,lymphedema cannot be cured. however with proper care and treatment the affected limb can be restored to a normal size and shape. in addition lymphedema can be treated and controlled so that it does not progress further. if left untreated lymphedema can lead to increased swelling and a hardening of the tissue resulting in decreased function and mobility in the affected limb. it can also lead to chronic infections and other illnesses. it is important to receive treatment promptly if you recognize symptoms of lymphedema.
can you give a child benadryl with an antibiotic?,benadryl is a nonprescription antihistamine which contains diphenhydramine as the active ingredient. benadryl can be used in children over the age of 6. one of the main side effects of benadryl is drowsiness; however in young children sometimes the reverse happens and the child gets excited. so depending on your child’s age it may be ok to give benadryl safely with an antibiotic.
why is my folic acid too high in the blood work i had done?,high folic acid may be caused by a diet rich in folic acid which is used in fortified foods and supplements and absorbed at a higher rate than folate found naturally in food. it can also be influenced by a vitamin b12 deficiency which causes folic acid to build up on the blood. so it makes sense to get your b12 levels checked to see if that is contributing to your folic acid levels. for more details on folic acid see this webmd article.
after using scented soap. i now have clear odorless discharge and a slight itchin my vaginal region am i allergic? . it doesnt burn to pee just seems irritated.,hi just throw away the scented soap and for the next few days till the discharge stops try having warm sea salt baths twice a day let the water get inside you you should find it will help you and your problem. for more info just google sea salt and vaginal discharge. do hope this helps your problem. good luck
after testicular cancer in 1998 i have low t. prostate cancer 2 in 2012. how can i do increase energy w/o t therapy? . surgery to removed right testicle. all contained to the testicle. had radiation as precaution. started on testosterone therapy 1-2012. diagnosed with prostate cancer in november 2012. i have zero energy at the end of the day and my waist keeps getting larger. i must find a way to get enough energy to get up and get the weight off. assuming i am 2 years clean on my psa (this week) i am going to discuss re-starting therapy but is there anything else i can do to help the situation?,hi try this guy look through both links they could help you. <link> <link> <link> <link> what's in these should help you all with out meds. good luck
i had lesion in my scrotum now eyelashes fall eyebrow and hair fall…itching in body mouth ulcers cold?,the symptoms and signs that you are complaining of is not necessarily hiv or syphilis it may be due to hormonal disturbances or other auto immune disease so you need to run some laboratory investigations to figure out what is the right diagnosis such as thyroid functions you may need to consult a dermatologist
how long does it take to get pregnant after getting a arm implant removed. i got my implant takin out in february of this year and i have been trying to get pregnant with on luck i only had the implant in for 8 months and i don't know why it's taking forever for me to get pregnant,hi are your periods back to normal yet? if so just add in its all done to timing get that bit right then you should get pregnant but its no good keep having sex every other day and expect to get pregnant that will not work. to much would mean your mans sperm is not mature enough you need mature sperm to get pregnant so stop for a month let his sperm get healthy. so day 1 is the first day of your period day 14 give or take a day should be ovulation day you heed to have unprotected sex day 8 or 9 this gives you mans sperm time to get in place its ok it can live for up to 7 days inside you its there just waiting for your egg to fall but don't worry some sperm go left and the rest right so if by day 21 you get spotting then the chances are your pregnant a week after you miss your next period you go get tested best at your doctors. but do stay relaxed in mind and body getting can be that easy but if you stress yourself you could blow your chances. its just best to put it to the back of your mind and just enjoy the life you have now when a baby comes along it all changes till they leave the nest. do hope this helps you. good luck
my daughter will be 10 in two weeks the last 2 days she has had brown discharge is this her period? . my daughter will turn 10 in a couple of weeks she is 58 inches tall under 100 pounds and very active ( a swimmer and dancer) she has been having clear discharge for about 6 months and the last 2 days it has been brown is this her period?,"that is possible. if she has been showing progressive signs of puberty (breast development pubic hair etc. ) for a while a brown discharge could be a small amount of menstrual blood. the clear mucous-like or sticky discharge for the last six months could have been estrogenization (the body starting to produce estrogen). menarche (the beginning of menses) is unpredictable. sometimes these initial periods of spotting or discharge hallmark the beginning of regular cycles but may not. she could easily have a first period and then not have a next period for months. she may have not had ""the movie"" on puberty at school just yet so it will be up to you to address her questions and concerns (she will have many) or visit your local bookstore. there are some wonderful books for girls regarding this subject so think about buying her one to read in private. first periods can be exciting or frightening (or even both) so having some open communication with a mother or a caring older sister is essential. mark this brown spotting on the calendar and see what happens over the next few days or few months."
can i get pregnant if no penetration occured? we were both wearing underwear but his was wet with his semen after ejacul,conception would be highly unlikely in this case but please please please be careful.
will smoking marijuana worsen symptoms of gastroenteritus? . this is my second day. been to the hospital twice 1st for nonstop vomiting & dhiarrea. was treated with two i. v's and sent home with zofran for nausea. second time for worsening abdominal cramping over a 8 hour period. and i did smoke a small bowl before i went to sleep. i have to go back to work tomorrow or i will loose my job but i don't know if i am well enough yet.,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. gastroenteritis is no fun! of course i'm obligated to tell you that smoking marijuana is illegal except in states that allow medical marijuana usage and then only with a valid prescription. so i can't really comment on the effect of marijuana on symptoms of gastroenteritis other than to say the medical community really doesn't know the effect of marijuana on many conditions because the substance hasn't been studied all that much. as to your gastroenteritis you need to be aware it is contagious. if you work in a food-handling environment for example you should not return to work. if necessary have your manager speak to your doctor to explain why it's a bad idea for you to return to work until your gastroenteritis has completely cleared up. if you insist on going back to work it's imperative you wash your hands frequently with warm soapy water. do not share eating utensils towels or other objects with co-workers. disinfect all food preparation areas and surfaces you touch frequently. it would be a good idea for you to inform your co-workers about the gastroenteritis so they can join with you in washing their hands frequently in order to avoid transmitting this illness among the staff and customers. i hope you feel better soon!
do iron supplements cause gas?,iron supplements can cause constipation and constipation can contribute to gas so indirectly the answer is yes.
at times i feel light headed jittery shakes tingely all over cold sweats. i experience this usually when sitting. i am afraid to stand up while feeling this for fear of passing out. i have experienced this in church as well as at home while sitting. could be any time of day. sometimes experience this after strenuous exercise such as mowing the grass on a hot summer afternoon,have you ever had your blood sugar checked? you may be hypoglycemic.
are there different types of lupus?,"the different types of lupus include: systemic lupus erythematosus (sle) is the most common form. the word ""systemic"" means that the disease can involve many parts of the body. sle symptoms can be mild or serious. discoid lupus erythematosus mainly affects the skin. a red rash may appear or the skin on the face scalp or elsewhere may change color. drug-induced lupus is triggered by a few medicines. it's like sle but symptoms are usually milder. most of the time the disease goes away when the medicine is stopped. more men develop drug-induced lupus because the drugs that cause it hydralazine and procainamide are used to treat heart conditions that are more common in men."
"what does it mean if my blood glucose is 81 but my hemoglobin a1c is 5. 7? i am 5'7. 5"" 140lb. i have never been diagnosed with diabetes but a maternal uncle died from complications of diabetes.",based on a set of criteria a hga1c level between 5. 7-6. 4% is prediabetes. this means that there's an increased risk for developing overt diabetes. a person with prediabetes may have a normal blood sugar but only because their body has compensated for this with an increase in the amount of insulin produced. as prediabetes progresses the overproduction of insulin just won't be enough to compensate for high sugars and they become overtly abnormal and elevated. people with type 2 diabetes can have normal blood sugars but the metabolic abnormalities that occur will continue: insulin will continue to be produced in excess amounts. at some point it fails. and having either prediabetes or diabetes means your risk of heart disease is significantly above normal. you should modify the risks that you have: improved nutrition with calorie restriction and more fruits and veggies manage excess weight look for stress reduction methods and make good sleep a priority. seek help from a diabetes team. there are tons of information online and numerous organizations that help.
my primary doctor diagnosed me with anxiety disorder and prescribed xanax and zoloft. why do i still have panic attacks?,i've been dealing with panic disorder; officially since 1976. i'm not sure there is just one singular cause of it period. it could be in your diet the air or even the water we drink. something triggers the flight / fight syndrome when there doesn't seem to be a reason for it. something is activating the adrenal glands. i do think stress; while it's hard to tell if you're under stress sometimes will cause the episodes or make them more intense. dealing with this issue; when you're new to it can cause much stress. i've been on benzodiazepines on and off since 1976. i’ve been more on meds over the last 25 years than off. your medication doses may need adjusted but anti depressants tend to give you a boost or make you feel weird; which can kick in an attack. try looking for more holistic approaches to feeling better like change your diet see it if helps. exercise try meditation reading or listening to your favorite music and breathing exercises help a lot. the medication; should you stay on it long will eventually need changes to another type or a higher dose. my panic was so bad; i had to open my own company to stay at home whenever i had to. it usually comes and goes; as they say waxes and wanes. usually it has other phobias which develop as well. you want to steer clear of people and places which you think cause the attacks. i don't know that they will ever disappear; however they should diminish in frequency and intensity. best of luck and work on your end helps a lot!
can i continue with my workouts when i have a poison ivy rash?,yes you can work-out. poison ivy cannot be spread to others from your skin but it would be courteous to keep in covered if you can. hopefully you are under treatment for it.
strange things happen when im asleep. when im in a deep sleep i somehow manage to take a hoodie off of me that i wear at night why does this happen im sensetive to the cold and i cover up with extra blankets.,i have a fan i turn on to keep my room cool
i was vaccinated against the 1976 swine flu virus. am i still protected?,probably not. the new swine flu virus is different from the 1976 virus. and it's not clear whether a vaccine given more than 30 years ago would still be effective.
prostatectomy = infertility? . if the spermatic cord is most likely severed or removed during the procedure (prostatectomy) does that mean i am infertile? . i am trying to confirm condom use to prevent possible pregnancy.,hi found you this info should help answer your question q: am i fertile or infertile after a radical prostatectomy? a: following a successful nerve-sparing radical prostatectomy most men will have return of erections but will not be able to have children by natural means. there should be no seminal fluid after the prostatectomy so they will be “infertile” by natural means but with in vitro fertilization techniques it is still possible for a man to father a child after a radical prostatectomy. storing sperm in a sperm bank before the operation is a recommended procedure for those men hoping to father children after the operation. unless your worried about sti's or std's do keep using condoms if not time to put them top the back of the draw and enjoy going skin to skin that you will enjoy all because no more fumbling for a condom. is this what your looking for in the way of an answer. good luck
my wife’s upper thighs turned purple all blood tests are ok?,hi seems to be early deep vein thrombosis. get a doppler test done to see the extent of thrombosis. consult a vascular surgeon.
recently had a tooth pulled i am extremely fatigued i don’t feel very well i have a severe headache my heart rate is elevated,hi there could be a underlying gum infection below the site where the tooth was extracted from. its quite common to have small pockets of remnant infection that may cause the symptoms that you have been experiencing recently. take anti inflammatory tablets and antibiotics. thanks
i’ve been getting ectopics whenever i do anything that raises my heart level need your advice?,hi get a angiography and a stress treadmill test done to rule out anything significant. after going through your medical history in detail i do not feel that there is anything alarming. you need to calm down de-stress yourself. do cardio exercises have healthy diet along with meditation. regular check ups with a physician will be helpful. thanks
i lost my job and my son has a pre-existing condition. how can i get coverage for him and when will it take effect?,i’d visit healthcare. gov right away. with a new income status with a job loss your child may well qualify for the children’s health insurance program in your state which has coverage available regardless of health status. so i would check that out and see what the state level is for income and if that’s possible. and healthcare. gov would give you that information about that public plan. in addition plans after september 23 will have to offer coverage to children in open enrollment periods without regard to health condition. so for the first time ever in history a lot of parents -- who have struggled with this issue with their kids who either had companies refuse to sell coverage at all or not cover the specific treatment that their child might need -- [will receive coverage for their kids]. i can’t imagine as a mom anything more agonizing than having a sick child and not being [able] to access the care that he or she needs. but the good news is there’s new coverage in the private market. on or after september 23 plans will have to open up coverage for kids with pre-existing conditions and there may a public option with the children’s health insurance plan that may be available for your child. so healthcare. gov will give you information about both.
stage 4 sarcomatoid carcinoma 50 tumors in liver what are best options for treatment?,hi i am sorry to say that life expectancy is 6 to 12 month however chemotherapy can be very effective radiation therapy is optional depending on your father medical history and general state i am really sorry good luck
hematoma due to fall(15x10x5c) had for 5 months still not reducing and beginning to hurt. what are my options? . the hematoma is high up on my right butt cheek and feels like a constant muscle pull. i had a ct scan a week after it happened and was told everything was fine it would just take a long time to reabsorb. how long should it take? is pain like this normal for this?,i'm sorry to hear you're coping with this. you received good advice at the time of the injury. most hematomas do get resorbed by the body over time. however a small percentage do not. instead they can become encapsulated and feel like a hard painful lump beneath the skin. it's time for you to have this hematoma re-evaluated. it's possible you're one of the unlucky few whose hematoma became encapsulated. if that's the case the usual treatment is a minor surgery to remove it. wishing you well!
who should receive the flu vaccine? when should someone get the flu shot?,in the united states the flu season usually occurs from about november until april. officials have decided each new flu season will start on oct. 4. typically activity is very low until december and peak activity most often occurs between january and march. ideally the conventional flu vaccine should be administered between september and mid-november. it takes about one to two weeks after vaccination for antibodies against influenza to develop and provide protection. the cdc has published a summary list of their current recommendations of who should get the 2010-2011 vaccine: summary of influenza vaccination recommendations 2010 all people 6 months and older should be vaccinated annually. protection of people at higher risk for influenza-related complications should continue to be a focus of vaccination efforts as providers and programs transition to routine vaccination of all people 6 months and older. when vaccine supply is limited vaccination efforts should focus on delivering vaccination to people who are 6 months to 4 years (59 months) of age are 50 years of age and older have chronic pulmonary (including asthma) cardiovascular (except hypertension) renal hepatic neurologic hematologic or metabolic disorders (including diabetes mellitus) are immunosuppressed (including immunosuppression caused by medications or by human immunodeficiency virus) are or will be pregnant during the influenza season are 6 months to 18 years of age and receiving long-term aspirin therapy and who therefore might be at risk for experiencing reye's syndrome after influenza virus infection are residents of nursing homes and other chronic-care facilities are american indians/alaska natives are morbidly obese (body mass index is 40 or greater) are health-care personnel are household contacts and caregivers of children aged younger than 5 years and adults aged 50 years and older with particular emphasis on vaccinating contacts of children aged younger than 6 months; and are household contacts and caregivers of people with medical conditions that put them at higher risk for severe complications from influenza as each flu season progresses and as the cdc refines its data from previous flu seasons and pandemics this summary may be modified. the cdc publishes routine updates about the flu at flu. gov and at <link>.
i have an upper hernia i can usually push it back in but it pops right back out?,in umbilical hernia if you mean so intestines that can’t be pushed back through the stomach wall sometimes don’t get adequate blood supply. this can cause pain and even kill the tissue (known as gangrene) which could result in a dangerous infection. in addition if an obstruction of the intestines occurs emergency surgery might be required. go o to the emergency room immediately if the intestine becomes obstructed or strangulated. fever constipation severe abdominal pain tenderness in the abdomen vomiting a bulging or round abdomen redness or discoloration.
how do i treat frequent heartburn?,try eating smaller meals and don't eat two to three hours before bedtime. avoid foods that may trigger heartburn such as fried food citrus tomato spices peppermint chocolate and carbonated drinks. cut back on alcohol and caffeine. stop smoking if you smoke. lose weight if your doctor says you're overweight. cut back on aspirin and pain relievers if you take them often. consider trying over-the-counter antacids such as maalox or tums; acid blockers like axid pepcid tagamet and zantac; or a proton pump inhibitor like prilosec. one final precaution: always talk to your doctor about any chest pain that you may have. sometimes a mild heart attack can masquerade as heartburn and people have ignored chest pain that was really a heart attack.
i have sinus problems even when i get a cold my nose always remain dry?,hi make a aniseed drink and add 10% alcohol then use it as nose drops this should solve your problem immediately good luck
how can i decide what types of exercise to do if i am depressed?,before you begin an exercise program for depression here are some questions you should consider: what physical activities do i enjoy? do i prefer group or individual activities? what programs best fit my schedule? do i have physical conditions that limit my choice of exercise? what goals do i have in mind? (for example: weight loss strengthening muscles improving flexibility or mood enhancement)
why is it that obesity doesn't always cause type 2 diabetes?,it is true that the more severe the degree of obesity the greater the odds of type 2 diabetes. that's because the excess body fat fuels insulin resistance in the muscles and organs. there may be adverse hormonal effects on the beta cells as well. after years of insulin resistance the beta cells wear down to the point where prediabetes or full type 2 diabetes occurs but only in a certain fraction of indiviiduals with obesity. we don't fully understand why some people with obesity are at risk for diabetes while others can be obese their whole lives without getting it. the answer is likely in the genetics but we don't know which genes confer protection or susceptibility. similarly some thin people develop type 2 diabetes despite minimal insulin resistance. again the answer is in the genes but we don't know which genes.
i have digestion problems i don’t digest well stools are dark?,upper gastrointestinal bleeding in occult form is causing the problems. the cause of this seems to be an ulcer. an upper gastro intestinal endoscopy will be helpful to find out the exact location of ulcers. take antacids daily. avoid spicy and fat rich diet
can i take cymbalta with triamterene without an interaction?,there is a moderate drug interaction between these two medications that may cause an increased occurrence of orthostatic hypotension (blood pressure suddenly falls when standing up) that subsides within two weeks of initiating adjunctive therapy. hyponatremia (low sodium) has also been seen in some cases. if you begin to experience potential signs and symptoms of hyponatremia such as headache difficulty concentrating memory impairment confusion weakness and unsteadiness (which may lead to falls) you should consult your health care provider and pharmacist. this doesn’t mean that you cannot take these two medications together. work closely with your health care provider or pharmacist in monitoring yourself for any side effects associated with the drug interactions. risks and benefits should be weighed in this situation to make sure the therapy is the correct therapy for you.
"i ejaculated on my girlfriends chest can it drip down and get her pregnant? . my girlfriend was giving me oral and i ejaculated on her chest. it dripped down she said ""quite close"" and wiped at what she thought was most of it away. she then took a shower and we then took a bath and we forgot about it. we're also both virgins so we havent even had sex yet. im a worrier so help.",no she will not get pregnant this way but you are both involved in some risky sexual activity that may eventually escalate to even-riskier acts. if you both have decided to engage in sexual activity you need to be very very careful. think about contraception. just in case.
my 4 month old has hives i am breastfeeding him what could this be caused from,hives indicate an allergy. so it could be caused from anything in his environoment -- something that he has touched (aundry detergent dryer softeners soap etc. ) or breathed (dust pollens etc). it does not have to be related to breast-feeding at all. finding a specific cause is often impossible. while you were carrying your son you might have got an allergic reaction through a food. instead of it infecting you it ran to your bany and produced over the months.
what is tuberculosis?,"tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria whose scientific name is mycobacterium tuberculosis. it was first isolated in 1882 by a german physician named robert koch who received the nobel prize for this discovery. tb most commonly affects the lungs but also can involve almost any organ of the body. many years ago this disease was referred to as ""consumption"" because without effective treatment these patients often would waste away. today of course tuberculosis usually can be treated successfully with antibiotics. there is also a group of organisms referred to as atypical tuberculosis. these involve other types of bacteria that are in the mycobacterium family. often these organisms do not cause disease and are referred to a ""colonizers "" because they simply live alongside other bacteria in our bodies without causing damage. at times these bacteria can cause an infection that is sometimes clinically like typical tuberculosis. when these atypical mycobacteria cause infection they are often very difficult to cure. often drug therapy for these organisms must be administered for one-and-a-half to two years and requires multiple medications."
lost 30 pounds without trying. i’m extremely tired all the time. nausea and vomiting?,i suppose you are in thyroid replacement medication check with doctor if you need to reduce your dose it is as if your complaining from hyperthyroidism
no ejaculation of sperm ever in my life. lately sometimes urine during intercourse. what is this? . history of uti in past. suffering from vater syndrome. lately urine has been darker than usual with strong odor. healthy sex life. healthy life in general. lateltly havent been fully empting my bladder. i think it may be linked with a kidney or bladder condition.,you need to see a urologist for a careful examination. there can be many problems associated with your lack of ejaculation but retrograde ejaculation may be a strong consideration. during orgasm your semen may be going into your bladder and not out of your penis. it is very important that you see a urologist (even if you don't want to go).
i have a itchy rash that comes and goes what could be causing this? . the rash appears in different areas of my body for an example a rash showed up on my wrist and stayed a while and went away. later the same day it appeared on my stomach and then on my thighs etc. its itchy while it is present. at one point my hands first turned red and then start to itch really bad to the point i had to wash my hands repeatedly. i work in the medical field so i wash my hands a million times a day. what could be causing this reaction?,has anyone found anything yet? my 3 year old daughter is suffering from this. and like said before doctors only recommend giving her benadryl i dont know what else i could do.
i had prostate cancer surgery 11 months ago. i am still having problem with incontinence. is this normal,yes it is normal my father also had this and is 2 yrs out with continuous issues. they informed him it was because of the radiation.
penies size for 23 age old. i'm 23 year old and my hight 5. 6 and wight 71. my penis size 4. 4 inch its normal size for my age? any chance to grown up?,the penis reaches its maximum size at age 17 so there is really no chance yours will really increase in size any more. not knowing the accuracy of your measurement or whether this was done when erect or flaccid the average size of an erect penis is around six inches. smaller penises increase in size more when erect than larger penises. in spite of what you hear or even see penises (when erect) do not vary more than an inch or two across the wide range of humans of different races or genetics. it is not the size of your penis that matters. you do not judge an artist by the size of his paint brush. the size of penis is not the measure of man but rather who you are as a caring and compassionate person. i tried all penis enlargement product. pills not working. only natural penis enlargement exercise working. i tryed it. i enlargement 1. 5 inch about in 4 month. look from here <link>
can you get pregnant the boy goes ontop in his boxers and he pre cums and you only have an underwear and a panty liner,hi ok some sperm can be in pre-cum but with all that clothing on it would have to be some real kind of magic sperm to get through all that. i think we could say your safe. look if your getting near sexual activity. and it sounds like it could happen soon then its time to find some bc like the pill. but please just keep away from depo shot just to many side effects just remember this safe sex is the best sex. good luck
i need to reduce sugar intake; i use honey in coffee. if i replace honey w/ a sugar substitute-splenda will it help?,yes. that will help.
i've heard h1n1 swine flu shots are mandatory. is that true?,swine flu shots are voluntary for most americans. for those not in the military there is no federal requirement to get the h1n1 swine flu vaccine. active-duty military personnel national guard troops on active duty and civilian defense department employees in critical jobs will be required to get the vaccine. health care workers may be required by their employers to get vaccinated. the state of new york for example has mandated both seasonal and h1n1 swine flu vaccinations for all health care workers.
what are advantages and disadvantages of burning wet firewood?,just some stupid crackpot putting ads in a health forum cant get anymore stupid that that. what a big dummy.
how much protein should someone with gout consume? . since higher protein foods can trigger gout attacks how much protein is safe for someone with gout?,most helpful answer instead of thinking putting a cap on protein your better off balancing the type of protein foods in your diet. here are some tips: don't exceed 6 ounces of animal protein like chicken fish beef lamb or pork daily. 3 ounces is the size of a deck of card. you can get additional protein from low fat dairy sources such as yogurt milk and low fat cheese. plant sources of protein like nuts and nut butters are good and healthy too. avoid certain type of meat like organ meats an fish such as anchovies herring scallops trout and tuna. a dietitian can help individualize information to your specific preferences and lifestyle. journal about your trigger out your trigger foods -- see this article.
when should a pregnant woman get emergency medical care for the flu?,if you have any of these signs call 911 right away: difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen. sudden dizziness. confusion. severe or persistent vomiting. a high fever that is not responding to tylenol. decreased or no movement of your baby.
how rapidly can you lose weight and still be considered healthy?,it's generally recommended that losing no more than 2 pounds a week is a safe and effective way to lose weight and keep it off. it may not sound like much but 2 pounds a week for 5 weeks is 10 pounds! often when beginning a weight loss and exercise program you can lose more weight during the first week -- especially if you are considerably overweight. but don't be discouraged if the weight loss tapers to one or two pounds per week. you are still moving in the right direction.
my husband slipped on the ice about 6 days ago and hit his side. he is having alot of pain in that area. . what could we do to try to treat this? normally we would just go see a dr. ; however he just switched jobs and we have another month before we have insurance. so unfortunately seeing a physician is not really an option.,"insurance or not making an accurate diagnosis is required before a treatment plan is determined. i know this injury is untimely but these things happen. if your car broke down your car insurance wouldn't fix it. you would have to come up with the money to do it. the same deal goes with your husband. borrow money. charge the visit to a credit card. have the facility bill you and pay later. either way the evaluation needs to be done first. there is absolutely no way for me or any medical professional to be able to tell you the reason for his ""side pain"" since we don't even know which side or the location on that side. without knowing his medical history i couldn't even recommend ibuprofen. get him the care he needs. worry about paying for it later. an urgent care facility is a fraction of the cost of an er so this is what i suggest. most even have their own x-rays."
i was prescribed norfloxacin for an upper respiratory bacterial infection was that a proper medication prescription?,hi norfloxacin is usually not the drug of choice for upper respiratory tract infection sore throat and diarrhea are norfloxacin side effectsgood luck
my husband says my vaginal area smells like a wet diaper! why? i'm 55 overweight postmenopausal no bladder issues. i'm very hygienic. seems this has been going on for a while. i have no other symptoms. is this a hormonal issue or a weight issue?,hi yes this could be bv bacterial vaginosis now you can either get to your doctor for meds or you can try the simple sea salt way you just put a couple of handfuls of sea salt in a warm bath twice daily for a week let the water get inside your vagina you can google bv and sea salt for more info. do hope this helps you. good luck
i can't take an over-the-counter decongestant with lithium. is there anything i can take for severe chest congestion?,for chest congestion it is usually best to use an expectorant. these medications help loosen and thin mucus in the chest so it is easier to cough up. guaifenesin is an expectorant that is safe to take while using lithium. it is always a good idea to talk to your pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter medications. they can help you choose the best one for your symptoms namely one that will not interact with any of your other medications.
what causes heart failure?,"heart failure is caused by many conditions that damage the heart muscle including: coronary artery disease: cad a disease of the arteries that supply blood and oxygen to the heart causes decreased blood flow to the heart muscle. if the arteries become blocked the heart becomes starved for oxygen and nutrients. this condition along with heart attack is responsible for two thirds of heart failure cases in the u. s. heart attack: a heart attack may occur when a coronary artery becomes suddenly blocked stopping the flow of blood to the heart muscle and damaging it. all or part of the heart muscle becomes cut off from its supply of oxygen. a heart attack can damage the heart muscle resulting in a scarred area that does not function properly. ""non-ischemic"" cardiomyopathy: this condition occurs when there is damage to the heart muscle from causes other than artery or blood flow problems such as from infections or alcohol or drug abuse. conditions that overwork the heart: high blood pressure (hypertension) valve disease thyroid disease kidney disease diabetes or heart defects present at birth can all cause heart failure (some of these are non-ischemic cardiomyopathy -- see above). in addition heart failure can occur when several diseases or conditions are present at once."
why do i get attracted to both men and women?,i have gone through your query and understood your concerns. firstly if you feel attracted towards men and women both it is just your sexual orientation. it is not a disorder. the more you will try to get rid of these feelings the more they will disturb you. secondly entering the vagina is a very different feeling as compared to just rubbing it over the clitoris. your wife can best tell whether you penetrated her or not. if you wife is very sensitive you can give sufficient time in foreplay. rubbing followed by fingering and penetration should be the plan. this will solve the problem of tight muscles also. the head of the penis is always sensitive. if your penile foreskin is tight your surgeon can help. otherwise its normal to have a sensitive penile head. 40% sperm motility is not too low in my opinion you do not need any medication for it. slowly as you would be able to do intercourse properly your wife can conceive. gradually she can guide your penis into her vagina. hope this helps. for more information consult a psychiatrist online --> <link>
i saw blood on my finger and licked it. if the person who had the blood is hiv+ can the virus be transmitted to me?,vanishingly unlikely. your saliva is your first defense against viruses. as you may have heard before hiv is a pretty weak virus - it dies easily outside the body. you would have to rub it into an open wound. please don't tell me you also have an open wound in your mouth. also just for hygiene's sake what are you doing going around licking other people's blood off your finger? and how exactly are you getting someone's blood on your finger? and finally how in the world do you know they are hiv positive? sounds like you are engaged in some pretty interesting activities and you might want to rethink your life. of course you may have a perfectly plausible explanation as to why you are getting hiv positive blood on your finger and licking it.
trying to conceive but no success need solution?,hi for your wife omega 3 fatty acid complex b complex turmeric ginger and green leafy vegetables will be helpful. for you you need to go through agressive stress management avoid frequent masturbations quit smoking drinking. exercise regularly. ivf is the best solution for you both. thanks
im pregnant and my blood pressure read 126/94 the book that comes with it says its a hypertention measure should i worry. i checked it because my hands and feet were swollen and hurt also i have a migraine with it. for the past two days i have had bodyaches ion the neck and abdomen.,hi yes you should worry get off to you doctor for help or google natural ways out of hpb. hope this helps. good luck
he gets a headache light headed dizzy slurred speech and sometimes a limp when he walks can tell coming most times. this is on my husband when he was little he was told it was hypoglicemia but neither of us think that is correct. im curious to know what it is and if it can become serious or not,well this certainly deserves to be investigated by a medical professional. i can think of a number of conditions that could cause the symptoms you describe. hypoglycemia possibly. but also seizure and stroke. so it's important to get a true diagnosis and not rely on what he was told decades ago as a child. i'd suggest you start by calling your primary health care provider for an exam and blood work. that will give you and your husband a good start. wishing you all the best!
what is a healthy amount of sugar to consume every day while pregnant?,the 2010 dietary guidelines allow room for discretionary calories to help satisfy your sweet tooth. ten to fifteen percent of calories can be used for sweets and treats as long as you reach your quotas for healthy foods like fruits vegetables low fat dairy lean protein and whole grains. if you need 2 000 calories per day you can enjoy almost 300 discretionary calories. try to satisfy your sweet tooth with foods and beverages that also contain nutrients you need such as: low-fat milk with a teaspoon or two of chocolate strawberry or vanilla syrup low-fat plain yogurt mixed with fruit honey or low-sugar fruit preserves added fresh or dried fruit in cereals whole grain graham crackers or fig bars snack frozen grapes fruit smoothies
i have dark eyelids and a dark circle around my mouth. what natural remedies can i use to get rid of them?,natural alternatives such as bearberry extract kojic acid licorice extract and niacin work toward brightening your skin and correcting your skin tone. however your first approach should be to avoid exposure to uv rays. you should wear a sunscreen containing titanium dioxide with an spf of at least 40 if you are prone to hyperpigmentation.
i am 51 and just started taking asa (aspirin) 81 mg twice a day (no heart history). is it ok to mix asa with vitamins? . i have taken multivitamins and supplements for over 30 years.,"i don't know if it is ok to mix the asa with the ""handful"" of vitamins and supplements because i need to know the exact ingredients. one of the problems we have with this area is that there are not a lot of well-controlled studies for us to look at so it is kind of taking a risk. i would advise bringing in all of your vitamins and supplements into your pharmacist and they can try to see based on some of the limited references we have. the other question i have for you is if your health care provider recommended taking the asa 81 mg? i highly recommend you carry a personal medication list that contains everything that you are taking and show it to every health care provider and pharmacist you visit!"
is it possible to become pregnant with the presence of three times periods? . i had sex with my wife before 3. 5 months ago. i have done without any condom i was little confused when we done so in the contrary she become three time as period and also she has done pregnancy test while we were confused about pregnant. currently she is being on period so is it possible to become pregnant with the presence of three times periods? . her fat is not looking large and its still small but she is having vomits and body weakness in current period.,hi yes it is possible to have periods and be pregnant but these periods are just very light and only last 3 days if her test was negative then she's probable not pregnant. just by stopping the use of condoms does not mean pregnancy its all down to timing. the first day of her period is day one of her cycle around day 14 is ovulation day give or take a day your sperm needs to be there waiting for it so you need to have unprotected sex around day 9? why it takes your sperm 3 days to get in place to fertilise her egg. now all being well on day 21 she gets some spotting this could that she is pregnant its could implantation day. now if you have been having lots of sex to get pregnant wrong your sperm needs to be mature having lots of sex means your sperm is im-mature and wont fertilise an egg. do hope this helps you and your wife. good luck
what drugs are used to treat heart failure?,common types of medications used to treat heart failure include: angiotensin converting enzyme (ace) inhibitors. angiotensin ii receptor blockers (arbs). beta-blockers. digoxin. diuretics. blood vessel dilators. potassium or magnesium. aldosterone antagonists such as aldactone. calcium channel blockers. heart pump medication.
a fever from 100 to 102. 9 that ibuphen won't keep down below 100. the fever has been for 5 days. how dangerous is this. 46 year old male. no smoking or drinking. came over me on a sunday. and it has been steady from 102. 9 to 100 depending on the ibuphen. how long is it considered dangerous to have a steady fever,yes i think anytime you have a fever for a couple of days you should see a doctor. the body is fighting something when there is a fever. you need to find out what it is fighting.
i am taking 500 mg of naproxen once daily for back pain and robaxin for muscle spasms. should i take them together?,i would really like to ask how you feel and if this is taking care of the pain? if you are still is pain have you spoken to your doctor or health care provider to let them know? you should not take more than what was prescribed. what we are finding out is that pain therapy has to be individualized and that is why it's important to let your doctor or health care provider know if you are still experiencing pain -- they may need to adjust your medications. it is fine to take the naproxen and robaxin together because they work differently to treat pain.
which foods should i get rid of or add to my pantry?,what lurks in our pantry can range from high-calorie high-sodium foods to chemical-laden food substitutes that have no right to be there. and as we all know if it is there we will eat it! so the first step is always to get rid of those tempting empty harmful and tasteless things we’ve collected and simply…toss them. kick out: all foods that contain these ingredients—be mindful they can be in your dressings peanut butters and other surprising places artificial sweeteners corn syrup hydrogenated oil or partially hydrogenated oil dyes (especially red #3 and #40 and yellow #5) enriched flours bleached flours canned vegetables (except tomatoes and beans) sugary cereals potatoes in a box instant rice lowfat mayo fake butter soda diet and regular processed lunch meats american cheese candy bars sugary fruit bring in: cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil lentils beans (black kidney garbanzo these can be in a can) quinoa organic chicken broth vinegars (balsamic rice apple cider) tamari dried spices (garlic cinnamon cumin curry powder hot pepper) kefir (plain) organic yogurt hummus fresh cut-up veggies to dip in hummus (cucumbers carrots radishes etc) fresh herbs (dill parlsy basil mint) braggs liquid aminos grain mustard miso tofu sparkling water
eczema on penis. i have really sensitive skin and issues with eczema all the time. worst part is i get the eczema rash on my penis. i use hydrocortisone for the itching but it really dries out my skin. what can i use safely down there to moisturize?,lightning guy you selling your jungle juice again shame on you this site is not for advertising your junk.
i recently had my tattoo removal surgery for 4th session is it hypertropic scar or keloid?,hi not a typical keloid. don’t worry. due to repeated sessions the skin has become inflammed and hypertrophied. take anti inflammatory tablets with fibrinolytic enzymes like trypsin rutoside serratiopeptidase. anti biotics may be needed if it does not show improvement. apply anti histaminic -steroid based cream. thanks
does advil liqui-gel interact with any other medications?,"drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. this document does not contain all possible drug interactions. keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. do not start stop or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. some products that may interact with this drug include: cidofovir corticosteroids (such as prednisone) high blood pressure drugs (including ace inhibitors such as captopril lisinopril and angiotensin ii receptor blockers such as losartan valsartan). this medication may increase the risk of bleeding when taken with other drugs that also may cause bleeding. examples include anti-platelet drugs such as clopidogrel ""blood thinners"" such as dabigatran/enoxaparin/warfarin among others. check all prescription and nonprescription medicine labels carefully since many medications contain pain relievers/fever reducers (including aspirin nsaids such as celecoxib ketorolac or naproxen). these drugs are similar to ibuprofen and may increase your risk of side effects if taken together. however if your doctor has directed you to take low-dose aspirin for heart attack or stroke prevention (usually at dosages of 81-325 milligrams a day) you should continue taking the aspirin unless your doctor instructs you otherwise. daily use of ibuprofen may decrease aspirin's ability to prevent heart attack/stroke. talk to your doctor about using a different medication (such as acetaminophen) to treat pain/fever. if you must take ibuprofen talk to your doctor about possibly taking immediate-release aspirin (not enteric-coated/ec) while taking ibuprofen. take ibuprofen at least 8 hours before or at least 30 minutes after your aspirin dose. do not increase your daily dose of aspirin or change the way you take aspirin/other medications without your doctor's approval."
no period negative pregnancy test. i use to be on nuvaring back in may and i was on it for about 2 years. in june i removed it and haven't had it in since but may was the last time i had my normal 25 day cycle period. in june i thought i had a period it was very light and a brown color but 2 days later it got heavier and a bit dark red then it suddenly stopped the next day. its now been 3 months since i had a proper period. could i be pregnant or is something else possibly wrong.,hi your find its your and the rings hormones they can take 3 to 6 months before they get back to normal. if your thinking of trying to get pregnant you should wait till you get back in a regular cycle then go for it. do hope this helps you. good luck
i have had really really bad reflux and cannot sleep or feel like eating?,hi you should change your eating habits. avoid spicy and junk food. keep tea to a minimum. dinner should be taken atleast 3 hours before sleeping. get a upper giscopy done. hiatus hernia must be ruled out. thanks
how does osteoarthritis affect people?,people with osteoarthritis usually experience joint pain and stiffness. the most commonly affected joints are those at the ends of the fingers (closest to the nail) thumbs neck lower back knees and hips. osteoarthritis affects different people differently. although in some people it progresses quickly in most individuals joint damage develops gradually over years. in some people osteoarthritis is relatively mild and interferes little with day-to-day-life; in others it causes significant pain and disability. while osteoarthritis is a disease of the joints its effects are not just physical. in many people with osteoarthritis lifestyle and finances also decline. lifestyle effects include depression anxiety feelings of helplessness limitations on daily activities job limitations difficulty participating in everyday personal and family joys and responsibilities. financial effects include the cost of treatment wages lost because of disability. fortunately most people with osteoarthritis live active productive lives despite these limitations. they do so by using treatment strategies such rest and exercise pain relief medications education and support programs learning self-care and having a “good attitude. ”
i have no fever but my skin feels hot. what does that mean? . this usally happens mid day and what happens is the core of my body gets hot. my skin is hot to the touch and i feel as though the sun is shining from the inside of my body outwards. it is very frusterating because no matter if i turn the ac on or run ice over my skin in a few minutes the same inner hot feeling comes back.,hello i have googled this specific question with the intention of answering all the queries that exist on the web with regards to this question because i myself had been suffering this for the last 4 months and it made me feel really sick uneasy and tired and i hated the feeling of having to always keep myself in cool places and have to have three baths a day to just feel normal. i finally found the cure in an unlikely place. i have always had a little feeling of sickness when in warm places since a young age but it got really bad 4 months back and every normal doctor i went to did all medical checks but all parameters such as blood pressure temperature and blood test etc were normal but i still was feeling heat since i am in india somebody suggested i visit an ayurvedic doctor(ayurvedic doctors are doctors who prescribe medicines and treatments according to an ancient indian text called the ayurveda <link> so i made the trip to a well known ayurvedic doctor at the rejuvenation center at an ashram called isha in coimbatore tamil nadu india and the doctor there just felt my wrist and started her diagnosis and without me even telling her the symptoms she said everything is normal but there is a lot of heat trapped in your system and she said it is not a very rare problem she said that no mainstream medicine doctor has been able to diagnose it till date cause there is no such thing as body heat in allopathic(mainstream) medicine there is only temperature she said in ayurveda it's called ushna(heat) and she said no need to go into the cause of it just have these ayurvedic medicines and i have been having them for three days now and i can feel the heat slowly leaving my system i am suppose to take the medicines for 40 days but just today being the third day i am already feelin 60% better and ease has returned to the whole body and she also gave me some medicines to repair the minor damage to the system from this heat so i would like to suggest to anybody who is having this problem that if no doctor is able to help then please no matter what country you are in please look for a good ayurvedic or siddha(<link> doctor nowadays they are all over the world and if there isn't one in your country then do make the trip to india and i highly recommend the one i went to even if it is expensive to make the trip it is better to spend that then live with the problem for the rest of your life or contact them at <link> they might be able to ship the medicines if you are in a different country. hope you'll all get okay soon cause i have been through the frustrating experience of going to many mainstream doctors and not finding a solution till this happened and i feel like a real fool for doubting that any alternative medicine science could actually have something very simple but powerful in it.
symptoms are similar to angina tests all ok doctors are stumped could it be coronary microvascular disease?,hi as all the cardiac tests are normal it doesnt seem to be cardiac related. some diseases like pheochromocytoma may cause such increased heart beats. you should talk to your doctor about this and get the necessary investigations done. thanks
what is severe nodular acne?,severe nodular acne is when many red swollen tender lumps form in the skin. these can be the size of pencil erasers or larger. if untreated nodular acne can lead to permanent scars.
i fainted hit my head vomited black now feel numbness?,hi this may be due to internal cerebral bleeding. trauma may have caused injury to brain causing raised intracranial tension and throwing up. this may also be the reason for thumb numbness. get a ct brain done to confirm
pain on the right side form lower back to abdomen hurts to walk and sit should i go to the doctors. not votemitng but have a lot of gas and very loose stool and a small fever of 99 to 101 sometimes,yes
i have residue in the part in my hair. i’ve tried switching shampoos/conditioners and it didn’t help. what should i do?,residue on your scalp may be due to folliculitis dandruff or a fungal infection. all of these conditions may lead to a flaky scalp and an accumulation of residue. consider washing your hair with an antifungal shampoo.
i am full time college student want to lose some weight been having anxiety attacks. is it still okay to exercise? . when i told my parents about it my mom asked me if i am getting enough air through my ribs. i did not know. . . the best discriptions to descripe what i was feeling is that it felt like my ribs are crushing in me. . . i am way over weight and want to have a better lifestyle and start exercising. . i am wondering if it would be okay to exercise consider my past with anxiety attacks. . . my record of anxiety attacks counts as 4 or 5 from august to december,you should have a physical performed and possibly a stress test. they might be able to tell you a solution while watching u exercise. it may also be gas. i get pains esp. against my clavical bone when i have gas from eating unhealthy thibgs before exercising or just in general everyone gets gas from eating. it's part of the process of metabolism.
i have spermatocele cysts don’t want to tell anyone – even my doctor?,hi such cysts usually do not go away with any home remedies. you can apply local creams but i dont think these will help. you are too young to neglect it. you should consult a doctor atleast your gp. taking home remedies will complicate the issue and then even if you dont want you will have to meet a doctor. so. better you get a consultation from a doctor in early stages. thanks
low resting heart rate can it be a secondary adrenal insufficiency if not what is cause?,hi as you stated it was just after a traumatic event so the is mostly stress however to be safe do a thyroid profile to check for hypothyroidism as parasympathetic system start working few days after the traumatic event adrenaline drops normaly this is called parasympathetic overdrive if your heart rate does not improve on its own on daily bases you will have to consult both a psychiatrist and cardiologist good luck
what should average-risk women in their 40s be doing if mammography and self-exams are no longer recommended?,although experts have different opinions about whether routine screening is advisable they all agree that any woman concerned about breast cancer should discuss her own situation with her doctor or other health care provider.
will marijuana in system stop surgery. i haven't smoked marijuana in about two months but it is still in my system. i am scheduled for spinal surgery in ten days. i did a urine sample as part of pre-op and wonder if it would stop my surgery if found in my system?,i don't know. that is up to surgeon and the anesthesiologist so you will need to discuss your case individually with them. there are no set rules about this so they will make the decision. i am surprised that you are still showing positive drug test results two months after not using marijuana. are you sure about those dates? order 100% legit n safe medical marijuana pain relievers cbd oils dabs and more. for more info text (505) 807-7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail. com medical marijuana is good for your health top medical strains for all patients suffering from depression glaucoma anxiety and tension headaches chronic pain and nausea mental and physical fatigue and for calming aromatherapy then you are in the right place to look in our meds all top grade aa+ with high level of cbd and thc contact for your supply and good health. pain killers medical marijuana act. lean ***(( no prescribtion is needed))) bud seeds harsh oils dabs & other m. m treatments. we also sefely and securely deliver all sorts of generic medication and syrup nationwide at very good prices. no prescribtions needed. legit verified and reputed plug. available in the u. s canada australia and the uk. for more info text (505) 807-7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail. com. thank you. dfdfdf
my breast has been itchy red swollen tender and warm. i also have a new lump. the itching burning sensation is almost like a sunburn. i've also had a feeling of pain and stiffness in my shoulder and at times have a pulled muscle feeling in my chest near that breast.,hi in that case i would get off to your doctor asap. good luck
are the chemicals contained in sunscreen safe for daily use?,yes. these chemicals have undergone many tests to determine safety and efficacy and designed to be used on a daily basis. the otc review program through which fda requires significant safety and efficacy data on every active ingredient that is used in a sunscreen product is the most rigorous in the world for ensuring the safety and efficacy of sunscreen products and is conducted in an open transparent manner. the law gives the agency broad authority to inspect manufacturing facilities to require adherence to strict good manufacturing practices and to enforce the stringent science-based regulations that ensure sunscreen products are safe and effective for consumers. fda also relies on independent experts in the science of sun protection to help advise them in their assessment of safety and efficacy.
i have pollen allergy on my skin began to appear purple linear changes?,what you are describing is signs and symptoms which strongly like herpes zoster virus… had you a chicken pox before in childhood? if so then you need to see a neurologist to check for that and take the appropriate antivirals and analgesics… please let me know by replying if you have had chicken pox in the past…
how can you lower your c reactive protein blood level,there is not one straight answer. you need to work with a doctor to discover why it is high which may be caused by medical conditions. that being said diet may help bring it down. eating a diet rich in plant foods and low in saturated fats is key. also adding fatty fish twice a week (or fish oil if you don't eta fish) and healthy fats like nuts avocado and olive oil can help as well. lowering your intake of sugar nd refined carbohydrates is also part of an anti-inflammation diet. this article outlines important diet changes you can make to lower your crp which is a marker for inflammation. good luck!
can weak erection causes a low sperm discharge to in pregnant a woman. i achieve good erection how do i make it stronger. i'm thinking that is why my wife is not getting pregnant.,this is for you <link>
i have edema would a moderate to high level of fitness – decrease or eliminate the leg swelling?,mild to moderate fitness may reduce or increase the swelling depending upon the cause. local ankle related swelling may increase while swelling due to other causes may gradually reduce.
when i was younger i punched a brick wall. i'm 24 and i have wrist pain when donig push ups. is it related? . when i was younger around 16 years old i got really angry and punched a brick wall. there was no physical damaged to my wrist but my knuckles where bleeding and the skin tore off. a few months passed and i started to get acute pain in my wrist whenever i did push ups so i been doing pushups in my knuckles since. i plan on joining the military soon and i know that i will have to do regular push ups. is this pain related to that punch and if you what should i do about it?,it would not be possible to blindly determine over the internet if your prior injury -- 8 years ago -- is somehow related to your current symptoms. i think it would be wise for you to see an orthopedist and have a hands-on evaluation and some imaging studies. then you will hopefully know.
if i don't have genital herpes now how can i avoid it in the future?,the only sure-fire way to avoid getting genital herpes is to abstain from sex or have sex only with someone who is also herpes-free. short of that a latex condom offers some protection if it covers the infected area. remember you can get genital herpes by receiving oral sex (fellatio cunnilingus analingus) from someone with a cold sore on the mouth. likewise you can get oral herpes from someone's genitals by way of oral sex. if you know that a sex partner has genital herpes you can reduce your risk by having sex (vaginal anal or oral intercourse) only when he or she has no symptoms. nevertheless genital herpes can be contagious even when there are no visible symptoms so you should always use a latex barrier such as a condom or a dental dam.
my wife is not pregnant but she is producing milk from her left breast?,reasons for lactatiin without pregnancy are nerve damage chronic kidney disease and spinal chord injuries. some herbs like cumin fennel anise seeds and kelaba smoking pot and some medications also benign tumers in pituitary gland can cause this condition good luck
stopped prednisone will i suffer withdrawal will i suffer adrenaline crisis?,hi i agree that you should have tapered the dose gradually before stopping it alltogether. if you have been absolutely fine for 5 days after stpping then there are less chances to have an adrenal crisis. although its not impossible. you should get blood tests done to see the current status of adrenal functioning to rule out any anticipated complications. thanks
i am a 73 year old female i was just diagnosed with gentile herpis i have not been sexually active for over 25 years. i was assaulted when i was a teen by a family member could this have caused it. how did i get this,if you test was acccurate you were exposed in the past by someone. unfortunately it is not possible to know who or when this might have occured. once you have genital herpes it can go dormant. suppressed by your immune system. as we age that immune system can become weaker and the herpes virus can reactivate again. herpes exposure could have occured anytime in your life; even more than 25 years ago. there are medications to help limit these outbreaks should this happen again so please discuss this with your doctor.
i had a baby who is now 5 months old and i noticed my right nipple was bleeding and my breast is very sore,the bleeding and soreness of breast could indicate infection or a breast abscess. do not ignore your symptoms; visit your healthcare provider/gynecologist for a thorough examination to look for cause. if an abscess is found to be present you will need to get it drained off and start on antibiotic. avoid feeding the baby on the affected breast. take care.
can adults get rheumatic fever from strep throat,yes.
can prostate cancer be transmitted through intercourse,no prostate cancer is not contagious through sexual activity or otherwise. if someone that you care about has prostate cancer they will need your support and caring.
should i or should i not circumcise my little baby boy?,the answer really needs to be individual. you need to decide from a personal point of view from a social point of view and a religious point of view what is best for your child. i used to say that if the father’s circumcised from an identity point of view it’s always good for the son to be because when he looks in the shower looking up at dad it’s nice that part a matches part a they bond that way. but the truth is there’s not any absolute clear reason to have to have it. yes better hygiene. yes it’s easier to maintain with cleanliness the risk for penile cancer is lower in circumcised men but that’s extremely rare in this country. if you maintain normal hygiene penile cancer is unheard of. so the benefits are really more social we do know there are some studies that it’s rarer to contract hiv and other illness because the circumcised penis the skin becomes a little bit thicker so it’s a little less likely to be something during sex less chance for infections. the uncircumcised penis again has more risks as far as scarring as you get older where it scars down or you have to have a circumcision or other technique to open it and also concerns over hygiene. but realistically in this day and age if the boy is clean there’s no biological need to have it it’s really more of a personal or religious social.
should i see a doctor before starting antibiotics for travelers' diarrhea?,actually for self-treatment in the field we don't really encourage travelers to touch base with a provider before starting treatment. many travelers will be in areas where providers may not be up to the standard of care that travelers are used to or may be in places where the medications they can obtain are not safe -- there is a big market in counterfeit medications in some developing nations. so we urge people to get the medications they may need -- and some education on when and how to use them -- from their provider before traveling. then they can self-treat as long as they have only a mild to moderate case of travelers' diarrhea.
there is a really sore and swollen area between my right testicle and leg. is it a hernia? syphillis? cancer?,unfortunately it's impossible to say what this might be without a physical exam. i'd say the most likely possibility is an inguinal hernia. but only a medical professional conducting a physical exam can say for sure. less likely explanations are a sexually transmitted disease like syphilis and cancer. it's also possible this is a cyst (non-cancerous) or lipoma (also non-cancerous). i'd suggest you call your primary health care provider and have this looked at. take care!
i am 56 years old. i have whiteheads blackheads and adult acne. nothing seems to help. do you have any suggestions? . i have used proactiv for many years. i now use prescription tretinoin + 0. 025 cre. i walk 6+ miles every day so i sweat a great deal. i wash my face at least twice daily.,this sounds like a complex problem. your current treatment regimen sounds appropriate. one issue that may be getting overlooked is your overall hormonal status. changes in your hormones may contribute to adult acne. your physician should evaluate your hormone levels and functioning.
i have been having joint pain in my hands fingers balls of feet and toes. these areas feel sore stiff and swollen?,it is crystal-induced synovitis: gout pseudogout (calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease) hydroxyapatite. ana or crp tests are important to proceed with diagnosis.
i'm 15 weeks pregnant and the discharge is driving me nuts! is it safe to douche?,do not douche~ just go by some wet wipes and feminine soap (summers eve sensitive skin worked for me) to keep clean and buy some panty liners if need be. if there's any color or odor contact your ob! good luck!
what is medicare's definition of marriage and where will i find it? . gay marriage is legal in california and since last july with the rescindment of defense of marriage act by the supreme court is also legal by federal standards. medicare tells me that it doesn't recognize gay marriage and that medicare's definition of marriage is between a man and a woman. is that true and where can i find the statute that includes that definition? it is causing serious problems with the coordination of benefits with the insurance carried by the employer of my spouse.,it was only last summer that the law changed so that medicare can recognize eligibility for same-sex spouses. it's entirely possible that it's going to take some time for the understanding of this change to make its way through the ranks. you can check this site on medicare. gov for more information on the topic: <link> you might also request assistance from your spouse's human resources department. and you can ask for assistance from your state health insurance assistance program. to find one near you check here: <link> good luck.
can i use phenetapp for a child with type 1 diabetes?,hi cant find any info on this drug and diabetes it would be best you consult with your doctor for his/her info on it. good luck
i have a itchy rash that comes and goes what could be causing this? . the rash appears in different areas of my body for an example a rash showed up on my wrist and stayed a while and went away. later the same day it appeared on my stomach and then on my thighs etc. its itchy while it is present. at one point my hands first turned red and then start to itch really bad to the point i had to wash my hands repeatedly. i work in the medical field so i wash my hands a million times a day. what could be causing this reaction?,i have the same problem i think its hives and i know whats causing it =herbal medicine = its usually natural herbal medication that help support body functions and i know that herbal diet supplement and non herbal diet supplements gave me hives there's alot out there that can cause hives with natural medicines
my mole has gone hard and painful. my mole has gone hard and painful as if someone were pulling a tight thread around the base of it the pressure is very uncomfortable. what should i do?,see your doctor or better yet. a dermatologist. any changing mole should be carefully examined.
i had an ultrasound they found a 5mm solid nodule and said get another ultrasound in 6 months?,hi my opinion based on your symptoms that it is a parathyroid gland problem check calcium and phosphorus levels as well good luck
i think i may have strep throat. my boyfriend & i had oral sex the other day could have i passed it to his genial area?,strep is easily transmitted by direct contact but this usually occurs orally (kissing) not from oral sex. your first step is to be properly diagnosed to see if you do have strep. if your boyfriend is ill he should be tested as well if you are positive.
i think i might be dyslexic. what do i do? my dad is dyslexic i have trouble spelling i always jumble the letters together. i have trouble with sentence structure too. one of my english teachers asked if i'd ever been tested for anything. i had a tutor once who told my parents she thought i had short term memory loss. i have trouble with money in math and patterning. it just doesn't process it my mine it's like there's a wall. when reading aloud i don't properly process what i reading and i can't focus on the words. so sometimes i say something completely different then what's on the page. i also can't recognize words when reading and need to hear them a few times to know them. when reading an exert for class work i always finish later then others. because it wont process in my mind and i have to keep reading it. i get that when reading books too i'll have to read a sentence over to make it process. and when speaking sometimes my words get a jumbled. does this sound like dyslexia?,you seem concerned by the possibility of dyslexia. dyslexia is the most common learning disability in children identified in at least 80% of children manifesting learning disabilities characterized by unexpected difficulty in reading in children and adults who otherwise are normal in intelligence and cognition. dyslexics probably have deficits within a specific component of language system the phonologic module which is engaged in processing the sounds of speech. dyslexics have labored approach to reading because of phonologic deficits though listening comprehension is robust. you might be suffering from dyslexia but you must consult your personal physician for definitive diagnosis as the same is not possible online. hope this helps. take care. note: this post is not to emphasise final diagnosis as the same cannot be made online and is aimed just to provide medical information and no treatment suggested above be taken without face to face consultation with health care professional.
can i get pregnant if i have sex 10 weeks after giving birth. my last period began january 4 and ended on the 10. i had unpretected sex with my boyfriend.,hi they say if your breast feeding then this acts like bc if not then you up for grabs to getting pregnant at any time having unprotected sex you found out once what male sperm can do when your man explodes his sperm in you 9 months later it explodes again with a baby. end of story. good luck
my cycle was 5 days late but now i have a period am i pregnant?,you might be. be sure and check because i have 4 children and im pretty sure thats what happened before i found out.
is a vegetarian diet efficient for weight loss? or a diet that limits meats? . 1. is a vegetarian diet efficient for weight loss? . 2. what about a diet that restricts the quantity of meat or that only allows quality (lean) meat? . 3. does lean meat only mean fish? . . thank you,the only way to lose weight is to take in fewer calories than you burn. a vegetarian diet doesn’t necessarily mean you will lose weight. a lot of very fattening foods are vegetarian such as desserts french fries candy and snack bars. usually deciding to be a vegetarian is more about a philosophy than losing weight. the basics of achieving and maintaining a healthy weight are the same for vegetarians and nonvegetarians; you need to count your calories and exercise. lean meats are healthier and lower in calories than meats that are fatty. talk to the butcher in your grocery store about which are the leaner meats. beef that is labeled prime choice or select is usually lower in fat. leaner cuts of beef include tenderloin round and sirloin. ground beef for hamburgers will have the percentage of lean meat on the label so choose those with 90% or higher lean meat. for chicken buy the white meat from the breast and take off the skin. fish is another great alternative to lean meats to get high quality protein. cod flounder haddock salmon tilapia trout and tuna are excellent choices. seafood is another alternative and includes shrimp scallops lobster and crab. the best diet is one that you can stick with. limiting your food choices isn’t necessary to lose weight. take the good from each diet plan. try to include dried beans used in vegetarian diets into several meals per week. they are a great source of protein and are loaded with fiber. put yourself on an exercise plan to help with weight loss. remember that losing weight slowly is healthier. learning to eat healthy is a lifestyle change and it doesn’t happen overnight.
why would a girl age 13 knee keep dislocating? it has happen 3 time in a year.,i'm not sure if you really mean the knee itself is dislocating or if it is the kneecap. big difference. obviously it is not normal for anyone's knee to dislocate -- certainly not three times in a single year. possible explanations for this would include trauma or orthopedic abnormalities. your best bet is to consult a pediatric orthopedic specialist. he or she can examine the child perform some imaging studies (like x-ray or mri) and suggest ways to treat the problem. repeatedly dislocating a joint can cause many other issues later in life including arthritis and ligament problems. you should not allow this situation to continue without getting a medical expert involved. wishing you well!
i'm 63 years old unemployed receiving only social security benefits with no health insurance what are my options?,most helpful answer you'll want to log onto your state's health insurance marketplace to see exactly what your options are. if your income is less than $46 000 per year as a single person you'll not only be guaranteed an insurance policy you'll qualify for subsidies that will lower its cost. you can find your state's marketplace by checking webmd's state health insurance map.
our 7-year-old's adult teeth are coming in but are brownish compared to his baby teeth. what could be happening?,"adult teeth are typically darker than baby teeth and that is normal. if the teeth are brown your child might have had high fever at about age 3 and was given antibiotics (tetracycline) this is the result. i am assuming that the oral hygiene is good and that the color is not surface stain. it is commonly called ""tetracycline staining. "" there is nothing to do at this time. you must consult with your pediatric dentist first and foremost. make sure that this is the correct diagnosis. when the teeth finally erupt bleaching can be successful at times. many times adults end up with porcelain laminate veneers to cover the staining. however the best thing to do is nothing. any dental work has a ""life span"" and an untouched tooth is always better for the long-term health. the darker color in itself is not a problem physically just esthetically. please go see a pediatric dentist to confirm the proper diagnosis for your child."
i have scoliosis i’m worried about it getting worse?,hi scoliosis tends to worsen with age. maintain good posture. do regular stretching exercises. get yearly xrays done. thanks
embarrassing question but true: i have never produced solid boogers is something wrong with me? . i get sniffles if i eat something spicy or have a cold like a normal person but my day to day life is boogerless. even if i work in a dusty environment the dust just lines my nasal passages but never forms a solid. i know this sounds crazy but it's always plagued my mind.,this is not something to be concerned about.
broken collarbone 3. 5 cm overlap. its been three weeks after break and still feels broken or loose.,i suspect that it is still broke at three weeks and it still may be overlapping. collarbones (clavicles) are notoriously slow to heal especially when the bone is not joined. you would need to have another x-ray to check the status of your fracture.
my 10-year-old weighs around 100 pounds. she has severe allergies. what allergy medications can she take?,there are several options available over the counter to treat allergy symptoms for a 10-year-old. loratadine and cetirizine are the two newest otc antihistamines available. the advantage to these medications is that they work for a full 24 hours and you only need to take them once a day. cetirizine found in zyrtec tends to cause a bit more drowsiness than loratadine which is found in claritin. you should talk to your daughter's pediatrician if she is having severe allergies to ensure an over-the-counter antihistamine is appropriate for her at this time.
my son is unable to express himself saw orthophonist and ear nose and throat (ent otolaryngology) doctor to no avail?,what kinda words do your child can say… or no words at all… /?
i burnt my finger. it is a second-degree burn. the only thing that helps is constant ice. what else i can put on it?,it is not recommended that you apply ice to a burn because the ice can stick to the skin and do additional damage. you do not want to puncture the blister because that could bring on an infection. continue to watch it and for the pain you can try taking an acetaminophen product like tylenol. if it continues to get worse you will need to see a health care provider.
could i be pregnant? i have an embedded mirena iud and have had unprotected sex. i have had my mirena iud since 2010. the doctors officially told me 2 months ago my iud was embedded but i can't afford the surgery right now. for going on 3 weeks i've been nauseaus usually more-so in the evenings my breasts have been sore and i vomited twice yesterday. i've been overly tired and my stomach feels bloated. i spotted all day yesterday thinking i was about to start and it got heavier before bedtime but now there is nothing. could i be pregnant? could it be the mirena hurting me,when mirena becomes embedded it may no longer prevent pregnancy. so yes it's possible. you should give your doctor a call to see if you're pregnant or if something else is going on.
water in ear extremely painful causes disorientation and sever headaches. when i get water in my ear its stuck there for days. it is very painful and causes very bad headaches. i become disoriented and lose balance i'm tired of wonder what the issue is. it all started after an exact incident i dove into the water and instantly was in pain couldn't tell which way was up and immediately had a headache. later on there seemed to be a bit of dry blood in my inner ear. any input would help! thanks,that diving incident may have caused a traumatic rupture of your eardrum. now when you get water in your ear it is causing pain perhaps because this rupture/hole is still open. the only way to confirm this possibility and to provide you with some appropriate treatment would be for you to see a medical professional specifically an ent specialist.
should i be concerned if i have hashimoto's thyroiditis and want to become pregnant?,hashimoto's thyroiditis is not a reason to avoid pregnancy. however some women with hashimoto's thyroiditis do have trouble conceiving. in some patients supplementation with selenium is used to try to decrease antibody levels. (the theory is that lower antibody levels may lead to better success in conception. ) both before and during pregnancy the levels of thyroid hormones need to be checked to make certain they are in the optimal range for pregnancy. this is usually within the range for nonpregnant women but at the higher end of the range.
can you get pregnant while on birth control pills? . i have been having morning sickness without throwing up extreamly hungry fatige and dizzyness i am on birth control and i had two periods the same month a regular flow and a very light spotting periode should i be worried,hi heres a thought why not get off to your doctor and get a pregnancy test done if its not that then he/she should be able to sort you out. good luck
i suffered a major left sided hemiparesis in july 04 i started suffering from violent muscle spasms in my left quads muscles?,this problem will be diagnosed by doing calcium in blood or mri of lower back. calcium disorder or disc lesion. is there any numbness? do you take calcium tabs or enough calcium rich foods daily?
if i have oral herpes and my partner has genital herpes can i catch genital herpes,hi i think you should have a read up of this link <link> your find it vary interesting as it seems if you have one then it makes it difficult to catch the other. strange world we live in. good luck
should you have your heart checked if you find out you have severe sleep apnea?,that's a great question for your primary care provider. obstructive sleep apnea (osa) is a common disorder in which a person stops breathing for brief periods of time during sleep. this can in turn lower a person's blood oxygen concentration levels. low oxygen levels in the blood can damage the heart muscle over time. so i'd suggest you make an appointment to discuss the situation with your primary health care provider. he or she can advise you as to whether you should have a cardiac workup done in light of your new diagnosis. take care! i was trying to find the best place that would have information on this subject. i did a sleep study for 7 hours and it showed that i stopped breathing 12 times during the study? so i am aware that if your blood co2 is too high and o2 is too low your brain could be affected. i was put on a cpap machine but was told by the medical supply team that the doctor wants me on a bpap? what is a bpap? how do i find out which one of my 12 doctors recommended the change and why?
infant runny bowel movements. my 2 month old son has had very runny bowel movements since birth. we have checked with his doctor changed his formula and still have had no changes. his bm's most often happen before he has even finished a. 5-6 oz. bottle. he also grunts a lot as if constipated. wehave gotten no answers from out dr and are very concerned.,two important things to note here are growth and hydration. if your child is growing steadily as shown on his growth chart and is having plenty of wet diapers than that is a good sign. diarrhea that results in dehydration or slowed growth is problematic. you also might want to try a formula with probiotics (good bacteria for the gut) to see if that helps. if you are still concerned ask to be referred to a pediatric gastroenterologist. they can perform some tests and have the appropriate experience to troubleshoot potential solutions or let you know everything is fine. trust your instincts and get the help you need!
is it normal for my 3yr old son to hate when i try and wash his uncircumcised penis? . i have heard that you cannot pull the foreskin back fully until they are alittle older. just want to make sure that he is okay. it does not seem red (his foreskin) but if i manage to get it back a little it almost seems like his penis head becomes a little red. i thought it might be because the foreskin is too tight.,"leave it alone. there are natural adhesions attaching the head of the penis to the foreskin at this age. forcibly retracting the foreskin can be very painful so just clean what you can see. it may be red because you are causing very tiny micro-tears in his foreskin. some children do have very tight foreskins so please allow the pediatrician to make that determination during an examination. most of the men/boys in the world are uncircumcised just the way nature made them. as he ages those natural adhesions will resolve and his foreskin will completely retract. if not there are prescription steroid creams that can be used to help it along. in my pediatric practice i rarely intervene medically until age 7 or 8 (unless the foreskin is super-tight and it ""balloons"" when he urinates). if this is the case a pediatric urologist should be consulted."
i'm 28. tubes tied a year ago. period is 3 weeks late. breasts sore morning sickness. could i be pregnant? !?,i'm a redneck country boy. with enough since and kids to let you know that yeap you could be pregnant. that you should have been hog tied and burnt because the tubes can come untied.
how long does it take for ear drops to take effect? . i was diagnosed with an ear infection was prescribed ear drops and now it seems like my left ear is under water everything is muffled.,i don't know what kind of ear drops you are using. or your diagnosis but a clogged ear and muffled hearing can be caused by a combination of any ear drop combined with an ample supply of liquefied earwax. this may need to be lavaged (irrigated out) or suction out by your doctor again assuming your ear is currently not painful.
do green orange and red peppers contribute to the formation of kidney stones?,having had kidney stones myself i am personally familiar with the do's and don't of diet but i have not heard of peppers (the color is not relevant) being banned. i think you will find this article helpful. <link>
took apple cider vinegar to relieve cold and flu now nose is bleeding?,it is very normal after a sinus infection to have this. it is due to dryness of the nasal mucosa and recurrent infection. drink plenty of water. do a nasal lavage with sea salt water ampoules called physiomer or its substitutes. u can use vaseline to keep your nose humid and avoid dryness by painting the nostrils and breathing water vapour.
do i have multiple sclerosis i’ve been having a lot of pain in my legs and a lot of muscle spasms?,hi… those symptoms are not enough to diagnose ms lot of disorders ranging from lumbar disc lesion and general weakness to ms could result in these symptoms… looking to history of optic neuritis and recently thinking disorder numbness weakness may be giving a possibility of ms in early stages but as i said not the only diagnosis…so the development of further related symptoms or signs would be informative… but this can not be confirmed or denied unless you do mri again and check for any changes…’ i recommend being examined by a neurologist again and mri…regards
is it normal for a patient to have anxiety when having an uncurable severe illness?,"yes. anxiety and/or depression would be a normal human response to knowing that you have an ""uncurable severe illness"". treating the anxiety is just as important as trying to treat the illness. i have two types of multiple sclerosis. have had it since i was 16. it is very normal to have anxiety. don't let it overcome you though. take charge as much as can handle and don't hesitate to ask for help. good luck i am a cna that works at an independent living apartment complex for age group 60-100 (just celebrated a 101sst birthday there) many of my people are not far off from being put on hospice. some get depressed for a bit and others look at it as a blessing. in my experience the persons age has alot to do with how much anxiety is shown. one commonality is they all have such great attitudes about living and seeing what the future holds. the 'anxiety' is most definitely present at the beginning. most of them want to make the most out of the time they have left leaving out any treatments that will cause them to be bed bound or will slow them down in anyway. i think the sooner a person comes to terms with their condition and lives to the fullest of their capabilities anxiety will ease."
my period is almost 2 months late i have protective sex with my husband everytime. can i still be pregnant? . my last period was the end of january. i havent seen any for feb and now its the end of march and still no period. i took a pregnancy test the starting of this month (march) and it was negative. but recently like two days ago i had unprotected sex with my husband but he did not ejaculate in me. can i have already bin pregnant or will i get pregnant from the pull out unprotected sex?,yes you can get pregnant even if he didnt ejaculate. there could be a hormonal disorder going on too which often messes with the menstrual cycle.
i think i got pregnant on 10-10-12 its no 10-19-12 can i take a pregnancy test now or wait longer.?,i would wait to take a test until the actual day of your expected period then take one if negitive take another the following week.
i have acoustic nouroma tumour should i have full surgery or partial with radiation?,i would go for full surgical removal 4 inches is a big size however u need a neurosurgeon and neutologist consultation
i have recently noticed bald spots on my face never happenend before is there a possible condition? . i am a healthy 37 year old male i work outside no exposure to chemicals i shave every day and have begun noticing at the end of the day i have bald patches on my face i have begun using sunblock and noxzema i'm not sure what to do if this warrants a dr. appointment or it's something common. thanks,it sounds like you may have a condition called alopecia areata. we don't know what causes it but this is typically a temporary condition and your hair will eventually grow back. however corticosteroid injections can help the hair grow back. you should see a dermatologist to make sure that's what's going on and to determine the right treatment.
who gets lupus?,anyone can get lupus. but 9 out of 10 people who have it are women. african american women are three times more likely to get lupus than white women. it's also more common in hispanic/latino asian and american indian women. both african americans and hispanics/latinos tend to develop lupus at a younger age and have more symptoms at diagnosis (including kidney problems). they also tend to have more severe disease than whites. for example african american patients have more seizures and strokes while hispanic/latino patients have more heart problems.
mild discomfort and then mild pain in belly button region when i press that region?,yes i have been diagnosed with hiatal hernia it also seems odd but when i look down it appears that the left side of my stomach is slightly more disdented.
can throwing a ball that is too light damage your shoulder?,no it would not. if you want to throw a wiffle ball a tennis ball or even a cotton ball for the fun of it just do it. it will not damage your shoulder any more than any other repetitive throwing. repeated throwing of anything however could damage your shoulder over time if you are not careful and well-conditioned. you need to strengthen those shoulder muscles lift some light weights do some stretching/range of motion activities and get the proper rest between throwing. i am not sure what kind of ball you are throwing (i suspect a baseball) but stay on top of your game.
do i really need to wear a diabetic alert bracelet? won't people that see it think i'm advertising that i'm diabetic? . i'm a newly diagnosed type ii diabetic. do i really need to wear an alert bracelet? will people think i'm just trying to advertise that i'm diabetic? i've never seen anyone wearing one and am just curious as to why or it it's really necessary.,that is really up to you. it is for your protection not to advertise to the world that you are diabetic. if you go into a diabetic coma for some reason the paramedics and/or police will see the bracelet and get you prompt and appropriate medical care that could save your life. you don't have to wear an exposed bracelet. you can wear a tiny necklace that is hidden or put a card in your wallet. medical alert bracelets can also warn people of serious allergies and other medical conditions. if i found you lying in the street i would quickly determine that you are diabetic (and not drunk and passed out since you can have an acetone smell on your breath). until we all have embedded chips in our necks with essential medical information the bracelets and necklaces are the best that we can do.
what is the difference between fixed indemnity insurance and major medical?,indemnity insurance is a type of major medical plan. they enable you to direct your own health care and visit almost any doctor or hospital you like with no need for referrals. these types of plans are rare these days. most people are covered by a ppo or hmo where you get a higher level of insurance coverage when you get care from the plan's network of providers.
how do i prepare and inject a dose of avonex?,find a well lit clean flat work surface like a table and collect all the supplies you will need to give yourself or receive an injection. take one avonex administration dose pack out of the refrigerator about 30 minutes before you plan on injecting your dose to allow it to reach room temperature. a room temperature solution is more comfortable to inject. you will need the following supplies: single-use prefilled syringe sterile needle alcohol wipe gauze pad adhesive bandage a puncture resistant container for disposal of used syringes and needles. preparing the avonex prefilled syringe. it is important to keep your work area your hands and your injection site clean to minimize risk of infection. you should wash your hands prior to handling the syringe. check the expiration date. the expiration date is printed on the avonex prefilled syringe syringe package and the carton. do not use if the medication is expired. check the contents of the syringe. the solution in the syringe should be clear and colorless. if the solution is colored or cloudy do not use the syringe. get a new syringe. check the cap on the end of the syringe to confirm it is attached and has not been opened. if the cap is not securely attached or appears to have been opened do not use that syringe. call your pharmacist. hold the syringe so the cap is facing down and the 0. 5 ml mark is at eye level. check to make sure the amount of liquid in the syringe is the same or very close to the 0. 5 ml mark. if the syringe does not have the correct amount of liquid do not use that syringe. call your pharmacist. hold the avonex® prefilled syringe upright so that the cap is pointing up. remove the cap by bending it at a 90° angle until it snaps free. open the package with the 23 gauge 1-¼ inch needle. attach the needle by pressing it onto the syringe and turning it clockwise until it locks in place. note: if you do not firmly attach the needle to the syringe it may leak so you may not get your full dose of avonex. be careful not to push the plunger while attaching the needle. selecting an injection site. you should use a different site each time you inject. this can be as simple as switching between thighs (if you are always injecting yourself) or if another person is helping you you can rotate between your upper arms and your thighs. keeping a record of the date and location of each injection will help you. do not inject into an area of the body where the skin is irritated reddened bruised infected or scarred in any way. the best sites for intramuscular injection are the thigh and upper arm: thigh upper arm injecting the avonex dose. use the alcohol wipe to clean the skin at the injection site you choose. then pull the protective cover straight off the needle; do not twist the cover off. with one hand stretch the skin out around the injection site. hold the syringe like a pencil with the other hand and using a quick motion insert the needle at a 90 degree angle through the skin and into the muscle. once the needle is in let go of the skin and slowly push the plunger down until the syringe is empty. take the gauze pad and hold it near the needle at the injection site and pull the needle straight out. use the gauze pad to apply pressure to the site for a few seconds or rub gently in a circular motion. if there is bleeding at the site wipe it off and if necessary apply an adhesive bandage. after two hours check the injection site for redness swelling or tenderness. if you have a skin reaction and it does not clear up in a few days contact your doctor or nurse. dispose of the used syringe and needle in your puncture resistant container. this is a single-use syringe. do not use a syringe or needle more than once. disposal of syringes and needles. there may be special state and/or local laws for disposing of used needles and syringes. your doctor nurse or pharmacist should provide you with instructions on how to dispose of your used needles and syringes. always keep your disposal container out of the reach of children. do not throw used needles and syringes into the household trash and do not recycle.
what does the abbreviation “bid” on a prescription stand for?,"and something that you can always ask your pharmacist when you pick up your medication. the term ""bid"" means twice a day or every 12 hours. i recommend to patients that if they take their medication at 8 a. m. then they should take their next dose at 8 p. m. if you are ever unsure about how or when to take your medication talk to your pharmacist."
how many times a day should i brush my teeth?,welcome to icliniq. com. the best oral hygiene maintenance method is to brush your teeth with a soft or medium toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. the electronic toothbrush does not offer any real additional benefit to normal individuals. it is the movements of the toothbrush made by our hands that bring about thorough cleaning. most of the toothpastes available in the market are good as long as they contain up to 1000 ppm fluoride. brushing three times is good. the main goal is to clean the food deposits from all areas. rinsing the mouth after meals is good yet a simple method to keep the mouth clean. using a mouthwash causes no real problem in relation to upsetting the microflora or healthy bacteria. you can continue to use it once a day. professional cleaning is recommended every 6 to 12 months depending on your plaque and calculus forming tendency. due to plaque deposition over a long period there is temporary decalcification that might occur on the tooth surface. thus on professional cleaning when it is removed there will a slight increased sensitivity. however it does not remove the enamel layer at a significant level. so once we continue to use the fluoride toothpaste with a toothbrush along with natural fluoride in water the tooth surface gets remineralized. and then the sensitivity disappears. for further information consult a dentist online --> <link>
i’ve had unbearable earache for 8 weeks now! need second opinion?,hi this seems to be a lymph node enlargement (pre and peri auricular). this may be secondary to a surrounding underlying infection. only paracetamol won’t help. broad spectrum antibiotics will help. inner ear infection needs to be ruled out. thanks
is medical care nessary for shingles?,hi this first advice come from the uk’s nhs. <link> just copy into google to the www. to open and read more advice from the mayo clinic. <link> just google the same way and last this advice from earth clinic. <link> and yes just google nthe same. ok lots of advice just hope something helps you. good luck
i was told yesterday that my baby has no heart rate at 38 weeks and 3 days?,sorry about that but you have to abort get examined thereafter to know the cause and treat the problem in the next time.
what are the types of herpes simplex viruses?,herpes simplex viruses -- more commonly known as herpes -- are categorized into two types: herpes type 1 (hsv-1 or oral herpes) and herpes type 2 (hsv-2 or genital herpes). most commonly herpes type 1 causes sores around the mouth and lips (sometimes called fever blisters or cold sores). hsv-1 can cause genital herpes but most cases of genital herpes are caused by herpes type 2. in hsv-2 the infected person may have sores around the genitals or rectum. although hsv-2 sores may occur in other locations these sores usually are found below the waist.
"could i be pregnant even though i'm on birth control and have not missed any periods? . my daughter is 4 years old and i have been on the mirena since. i have not missed any periods (i also just got done with this month's period and they have been normal) but yet i always feel ""full"" but not quite bloated. my stomach has just felt different to me and i feel little quivers in my abdomen. i have also taken 2 pregnancy tests which both came up negative. could i still be pregnant? could it be something more serious? i have tried calling my doctor for 2 weeks now with no response.",hi when its comes to women being pregnant it can happen all sorts of ways even when on bc but if you mean an iud then it does get a bit tricky it means it must have slipped out a bit for it to happen. but it is possible for a women to be pregnant and still have a period or periods even if it sounds odd. i think the best thing for you would be see your doctor and get a test done there. hope this helps a bit. good luck
could i be pregnant or have an std? . soo about 5 days ago i was drinking for 2 days straight and the next morning i woke up to diarrhea and started vomiting and had a cold chills. i literally happened all day until my stomach was empty. i even threw up some mucus like substance. after that day was over i felt sick with no appetite for two days. . and now i'm feeling cramps were i think my ovaries are located. also my periods are never on tract but past 2 months they started on first if the month and i hvnt had 1 yet and its the 18th.,hi well being on a two day bender not a really bright idea was it well this could be the side effect of that. you ask am i pregnant of an std there are tests for both pregnancy either an hpt or go see your doctor as for the std try an std/gum clinic and get some tests done. see help for both. good luck
i have recently noticed a couple of red lumps on the back of my throat. they don't hurt or anything. please help! . they are just red lumps and they don't hurt. i've been reading that it might be something about mucus but i'm not sure. is this normal?,i don't know. i can't see them. your description of red bumps is way too vague for me to even guess. a medical provider would need to examine you first-hand to offer you a definitive answer.
after operation swollen feet and legs?,hi this doesnt seem to be related to the surgical procedure that he had 5 months ago. it may be caused due to immobilisation blood derangements kidney or heart issues or hyoproteinemia. get him thoroughly checked and consult a doctor. keep legs elevated. thanks
i have diabetes and was in an accident in 2005. i am permanently disabled and collect social security. does the affordable care act affect me at all and what do i need to do?,if you have no other insurance coverage such as medicaid you can shop for coverage via the new health insurance marketplace. it's likely you'll qualify for financial help to pay for coverage. you can start searching your options at healthcare. gov.
what can my chest pain possibly be? . i am a 22 year old female and i have this sore feeling on my chest. i have smoked cigarettes before but i don't consider myself a regular smoker (i usually smoke like two every week). it doesn't hurt when i'm standing or sitting straight but when i cave my shoulders in it will begin to hurt a little bit. when i twist my back (as if i were cracking my back) that's when it will hurt the most. the pain is bearable but it's uncomfortable and i'm beginning to get really worried. what could it be?,"sorry you're going through this. while you're obviously young to have heart trouble that's always the first thing that comes to mind when someone complains of ""chest pain. "" in fact if your chest pain begins to feel like a crushing or squeezing type discomfort that won't go away you definitely should go to the emergency room. however i think the more likely culprit here is a condition called costochondritis. this is an inflammation of the cartilage between the rib and the sternum (breastbone) near the top of the sternum. it's quite common in young women. several things can cause it but it's not usually serious. you probably should have this checked out by a medical professional just to be on the safe side. but unless you're having other symptoms of a heart attack i wouldn't run off to the emergency room. just get in to see your primary care provider as soon as you can. feel better soon!"
i have frequent uncontrollable urge to pee and many times cant make it to the bathroom,i'm very sorry you're going through this. i strongly suggest you make an appointment with your doctor to have this situation evaluated. many conditions can cause a frequent urge to pee and the source of the problem also can depend on whether you're a man or a woman. your doctor can perform a physical examination to determine the right treatment for the cause of your overactive bladder and urinary incontinence symptoms. meanwhile you may feel more confident by using pads or briefs designed for urinary incontinence. that way if you don't make it to the bathroom you'll have a pad to catch the pee instead of getting everything wet. i wish you all the best with this!
i have been getting stomach pain that travels around to my back?,well i need to know more so i can help you to get a proper diagnosis. how old are you? what are your dieting habits? your weight? any history of medical condition? what food or position makes it worse? i am waiting your reply
my husband sometimes seems drunk but says he hasn't had any alcohol. what else can cause slurred speech and droopy eyes? . when he gets like this he swears he isn't drunk but his speech is slurred his eyes are droopy or bloodshot and he is slightly unsteady. maybe he's just exhausted. he gets very little sleep probably 5 hours a night average. but i have this nagging doubt and it's really causing problems for us. could it be anything else? he's also very overweight and has high blood pressure (controlled by medication) and is on cholesterol-lowering medication and diuretics. thank you so much for the help.,your husband should be tested for sleep apnea right away! he is probably sleep deprived and his heart health is at risk. does he snore? and like snort and wake himself up? that's because he has stopped breathing. there are many reasons for sleep apnea. also if he has a cold or sinus congestion or cluster headaches that can cause these symptoms. but i am thinking he has sleep apnea. after i found out that i have sleep apnea and started treatment on my c-pap machine it took about a week to get used to having the mask on but within 3 weeks i noticed that i was thinking more clearly and had way more energy! call an ear nose throat doctor and they will get you started!
when to eat after insulin injection? also how much to eat after your insulin injection?,the best time to eat after taking insulin depends on three major factors. first the type of insulin you are taking the type of food you are eating and your current blood glucose level. there are two major types of insulin taken before meals rapid acting and short acting. rapid acting insulins include lispro (humalog) insulin aspart (novolog) and insulin glulisine (apidra). it’s generally best to inject these insulins up to 15 minutes before you plan to eat. for the short acting insulins humulin r and novolin r the timing is 30 to 45 minutes prior to the meal. if you wait longer than these times you run the risk of having a low blood glucose level. the type of food also impacts the timing of insulin. carbohydrates have the most effect on glucose levels. meals that are high in fat slow down the absorption of carbohydrates. so eating a pizza which has a lot of fat may not affect your glucose level as quickly as eating a bowl of cereal. protein usually has a small effect on your blood glucose levels. thirdly your blood glucose level prior to eating is important. having a low blood glucose level and then taking insulin and waiting to eat may cause your blood glucose level to drop even further. if your blood glucose level is high before you eat you may need to add extra insulin as recommended by your doctor to compensate for the high blood glucose level. in terms of how much to eat that depends on your weight your dietary needs and your insulin to carbohydrate ratio. this ratio is how many grams of carbohydrates one unit of insulin covers. this is a very individualized number that your doctor will decide when prescribing insulin to you. the important point is to talk with your doctor nurse educator and dietician about the timing of eating and insulin. keep a diary of the different foods you like to eat so that you can gain insight into what happens when you eat that meal. be sure to mark down the grams of carbohydrates in the meal so your doctor can evaluate your insulin to carbohydrate ratio. check your blood glucose level 2 hours after eating to see what effect the meal has on your glucose level. remember that many other factors affect your reaction to insulin such as exercise a cold and stress. diabetes is a chronic disease and the more you understand about the factors affecting you the better your glucose control will become. 15 mins. i think you should have your meal first then straight after take your insulin. then you can work out how much insulin to take depending on how much you ate and also what you ate. bbbb an hr later.
can a third metacrapal fracture be fixed 5 years later? . i broke the neck of my third metacarpal (middle finger) about 6 years ago. the results are that my middle finger knuckle is less pronounced on my right hand because the bone healed at a slightly downwards angle. the hand has recently started to bother me a bit (arthritis and fixation on the cosmetics of the hand). is it possible to have surgery/ re-break the bone and straighten it out so that further complications do not arise later on in life. i am 24 now and broke this when i was 18.,yes i am sure you can find an orthopedic (hand) surgeon willing to do take a crack at it (no pun intended) but you could be asking for more trouble than it is worth. in order to get a better cosmetic result it will require a re-break and perhaps a pinning of the metacarpal in order to straighten out the bent digit. the orthopedist will tell you the pros and cons and hopefully your insurance company will be agreeable to paying for it.
we currently have a family health insurance policy with cigna. we are all in good health exercise and like to do a lot of natural remedies that our policy doesn't cover. would a hsa be a good thing for us to look into? i've heard they are only of value to people looking to help their income tax situation.,you can look for a high deductible plan with a hsa and given that your family is healthy and doesn't go to the doctor frequently that may be a good option for you. this option is likely to keep your premiums lower and will allow you to put money aside in the hsa account to pay for medical care tax free. and as long as you spend the money in the account on qualified health services you'll be able to spend it tax-free as well.
is oatmeal really as good for you as they say? what about cheerios?,research suggests that all oats are good for you. three-quarters of a cup seems to be the magical amount. it's the soluble fiber that may play role in the aging process. an interesting thing about oatmeal: it makes your body produce nitric oxide which helps blood to flow more freely. that allows more oxygen and nutrients to all the cells including skin cells.
i suffer from premature ejaculation and poor erection. i have tried herbal/ayurveda products with no results at all. please help.,i read your query and understand the concern expressed by you. in regard to the current medication i would like to inform you that parocen cr is one option for premature ejaculation but does not have any effect on weak erection. it can be said that in last three years a new molecule is approved for the treatment of premature ejaculation which is equally effective and do not have common side effects encountered with parocen cr or other drugs which were in use three years back. i am not sure why your doctor prescribed you nano leo as it has minimal effect on erection. it is used for increasing testosterone level which has more effect on desire rather than erection. as you informed that you do not have any problem with desire the possibility of using nano leo is ruled out. regarding the viagra it has definite effect on erection and there is no doubt that it can be effective in your case. having said this i would like to know what was your initial problem premature ejaculation or weak erection? i commonly observed that people with erection problem try to rush the sexual intercourse because of fear that they will not able to maintain the erection for sufficient time. this kind of rushing develops artificial premature ejaculation. i need to inform you that if you developed your premature ejaculation in response to erection problem then there is need to treat only erection problem. as the cause suggests with treatment of erection problem the premature ejaculation will be treated automatically. in case you feel that both the problems are independent then there is need to address both issues simultaneously for correction of the problem. before we move to treatment part of the problem we need to identify the possible cause of the problem. i request you to post following details in the follow up query so that the cause of problem can be determined and so the treatment. 1. what do you mean by weak erections and premature ejaculation? describe what you think in detail. 2. how did the problem start whether it was of acute onset or was it on and off initially? 3. progress of the problem in the last six months. 4. duration of sexual activity - both maximum and minimum duration in last one year. 3. frequency of the problem in a week or in a month. 4. what are the factors that increase the problem in bedroom. 5. factors that relieve the problem - thoughts situations partner place etc. 6. do you get early morning or night erections? 7. if yes how frequent? 8. your marital status and partner details. 9. effect on your marriage or relationship so far. 10. details of any other medical illnesses. 11. medications you are receiving currently. 12. medications which you tried till date and their results. 13. any investigations done so far and if yes details of the same. as you know erectile dysfunction is a complex disorder it needs thorough evaluation for treatment. revert back to a sexologist online for further follow up --> <link>
question about sperm survival? . i'm a guy. how long does sperm last after being wiped by a tissue paper towel napkin or kleenex? can the sperm live for more than 2 minutes? can a highly determined person (man or woman) use that kleenex to get someone pregnant?,highly likely and dispose of your sperm-laden tissues properly in the toilet and flush them away. it would not be likely that any woman would decide on using a used wet tissue to wipe themselves after going to the toilet but dispose of them anyway. viable sperm quickly dies after being exposed to air and i know of no cases where a pregnancy was caused by a sperm-laden tissue.
can poison ivy rash return same place after 2 months? . rash returned same places on arms after 2 months since had first rash. . haven't been any where near any plants no pets to come in contact with poison ivy. any one ever hear of this happening?,i had a bad rash on my arm after getting poison ivy while fishing weeks after it had went away it had returned in the same spots and after that finally went away after weeks it has recently returned again. i've washed everything clothes sheets etc with no luck. please let me know if you've had or are having a similar experience.
can you feel the baby after 5 mouth pregnancy,yes
expecting mother ate undercooked pork! . so i am 5 months expecting and yesterday i went over to my mothers for dinner. my mother had prepared me a pork chop and part of it was undercooked. before i had realized some of it was undercooked i already had eaten half of it then i freaked out and stopped eating it. now i'm wondering if i should have my dr. perform tests for bacteria/ staph infection and trichonosis and other parasites? i just saw this article about pork on webmd new today and now i'm a nervous wreck.,the chance of you getting a serious infection or parasite (trichinosis) from a few bites of undercooked pork or this incident harming your baby would be extremely small. assuming you are in the united states and are eating inspected meat from a reliable grocery store or butcher ultimately from a highly-inspected meat-packing facility these pork-related events are very very unusual. now if you ate undercooked pork from a wild boar someone shot or from a dubious supplier that is a different issue. call your ob or primary care medical provider with your story so you can have some patient-specific advice but in the meantime. relax. you and your baby are probably going to be perfectly fine and your mother is going to be over-cooking pork to the point of burning it from now on!
i have a strange medical problem feel weak fatigued dizzy chilled and cloudy headed terrible skin sores?,these symptoms is not really indicating a specific serious condition. you may be suffering a vitamin deficiency or anaemia. get a compleye blood count done first to make any possibility clear. these bumps could be a type of acne or folliculitis. take enough fruits and vegetables drink plenty of water and avoid fatty foods … please let me know if there is any updates.
can multiple sclerosis be transmitted through sex,absolutely not.
what is the treatment for chronic hepatitis c?,for hepatitis c combination therapy using pegylated interferon and ribavirin is currently the treatment of choice.
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of prednisone intensol?,if overdose is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
tests show high levels of creatinine calcium potassium sodium magnesium and phosphorus?,i recommend you to repeat the test and to do urine analysis and kidney function tests …. is there any other symptoms u wanna share?
"previously i had been insured through my partner's health insurance plan at his place of work as a ""domestic partner"". are any of the plans on the ny exchange providing ""domestic partner"" coverage? how would you determine ""household income"" in that instance?",i think your best bet is to hash out all of the details of your situation with a navigator who can work with you personally to select the best plan for you and your partner. here's where you can look for that personalized help in ny: localhelp. healthcare. gov.
cant maintain a healthy erection when using a condom. anytime i use a condom i tend to go soft and even when i take it off its difficult to get an erection again is it because of my masturbation frequencies almost everyday for the past 10 years and porn usage i'm 25,hi if your masturbating more that once a day it may be best you take a break for over masturbation its best you take an 8 week break from masturbation and any kind of sexual contact. when you start to get morning woods and nocturnal erections you will know your on the mend but as you have been at this for 10 years it may take a few weeks longer. porn is a great sex killer and if you have been masturbating to porn then this is also stacked against you and your sex life so porn has got to go the way to do this is shut down all your porn sites clear out of your computer all porn downloads and then anything you have on discs just throw them away get a friend to install the porn lock on your computer and they keep the password. doing all this with luck you may get your sex life back but it may take some time porn shuts down your sexual receptors and away goes your sex life. if things are not working just come back through answer this above. but do hope this helps you. good luck
my gums are receding around my anterior maxillary and mandibular teeth. is there something i should be doing? . i have noticed bone loss in these areas as well. my pcp (primary care physician) put me on calcium and vitamin d. will this help?,you should see your dentist. although many people have receding gums as they age it sounds like you need a periodontal evaluation. i don’t believe that vitamins will cure periodontal disease.
what is the long-term outlook for patients with congestive heart failure?,congestive heart failure is generally a progressive disease with periods of stability punctuated by episodic clinical exacerbations. the course of the disease in any given individual however is extremely variable. factors involved in determining the long term outlook (prognosis) for a given patient include: the nature of the underlying heart disease the response to medications the degree to which other organ systems are involved and the severity of other accompanying conditions the person's symptoms and degree of impairment other factors that remain poorly understood with the availability of newer drugs to potentially favorably affect the progression of disease the prognosis in congestive heart failure is generally more favorable than that observed just 10 years ago. in some cases especially when the heart muscle dysfunction has recently developed a significant spontaneous improvement is not uncommonly observed even to the point where heart function becomes normal. heart failure is often graded on a scale of i to iv based on the patient's ability to function. class i is patients with a weakened heart but without limitation or symptoms. class ii is only limitation at heavier workloads. class iii is limitation at everyday activity. class iv is severe symptoms at rest or with any degree of effort. the prognosis of heart failure patients is very closely associated with the functional class. an important issue in congestive heart failure is the risk of heart rhythm disturbances (arrhythmias). of those deaths that occur in individuals with congestive heart failure approximately 50% are related to progressive heart failure. importantly the other half are thought to be related to serious arrhythmias. a major advance has been the finding that nonsurgical placement of automatic implantable cardioverter/defibrillators (aicd) in individuals with severe congestive heart failure (defined by an ejection fraction below 30%-35%) can significantly improve survival and has become the standard of care in most such individuals. in some people with severe heart failure and certain ecg abnormalities the left and right side of the heart don't beat in rhythm and inserting a device called a biventricular pacer can significantly reduce symptoms.
what are some of the benefits of regular exercise?,a sedentary (inactive) lifestyle is one of the top risk factors for heart disease. fortunately it's a risk factor that you can do something about. regular exercise especially aerobic exercise has many benefits. it can: strengthen your heart and cardiovascular system. improve your circulation and help your body use oxygen better. improve your heart failure symptoms. increase energy levels so you can do more activities without becoming tired or short of breath. increase endurance. lower blood pressure. improve muscle tone and strength. improve balance and joint flexibility. strengthen bones. help reduce body fat and help you reach a healthy weight. help reduce stress tension anxiety and depression. boost self-image and self-esteem. improve sleep. make you feel more relaxed and rested. make you look fit and feel healthy.
what's causing me to be tired all day everyday? . i have been experiencing chronic fatigue for years and no dr. has ever been able to help. i'm a 28 year old male of average weight and height. i can sleep for more than 12 hours a day if i am allowed to do so. i have tried to sleep 6-7 hours 9-10 hours and everywhere in between but i can never shake this tired fatigued feeling that lasts all day. . i do have somewhat low testosterone at 375. but it's not terribly low. i've had sleep tests that did not reveal anything either. what should i do?,well there are numerous places to start with this question such as the obvious: age physical conditioning such as weight cardiovascular strength diet (the usual culprit along with physical conditioning) any known ailments that may contribute to this iron levels sugar levels (which are likely from diet and conditioning lack of vitamins and nutrients) amount of sleep then you can get into much more serious conditions. the first place to start though are those basic questions. if you are over weight do not exercise enogh do not get enough sleep eat a poor diet==well your problem can be easily solved with a little self discipline and un-lazyness. if you are good with al lthese basic things. well. duh. go see yoru doctor. which is always the best and first thing to consider anyways.
how hard is it to get pregant if you have a tilted uterus,"i found out in an ultrasound to check for endometriosis that i had a ""flopped back"" uterus or a backwards tilting uterus. i asked her the same question and she said i should be just fine. she said there have been some people that have had a bit of trouble but if that's the case they recommend a pillow under the hips and laying that way after he ejaculates for 10-20 minutes. you may want to check with your doctor as well as they all have different opinions but this is what i was told. good luck."
i have been diagnosed with adhd. the last two years i have been severely depressed and anhedonic?,its due to the side effects of the drugs that you have been using. try changing or reducing the dose of medicines. re-assess after doing this for 5 days and then decide further line of management
can mild but prolonged eye irritation(like an eyelash poking)cause a migraine? . about 2 months ago i had an eyelash poking my right eye that has since been removed. since then my eye is still irritated. i get a sensation that there is something in my eye. i also get headaches/pulsating feeling on my right temple. very sensitive to light and any type of tv or computer screen. i have seen an eye dr and regular dr. they said my eye looks great- no problems. could the eye irritation have caused a migraine which is now irritating my eye? any suggestions would help. thanks,many factors are responsible to trigger migraine. eye irritation itself alone cannot be considered to cause migraine and vice-a-versa. other factors like air pressure changes hot sun or bright or flashing lights can trigger migraine attacks.
i hit my head on a wooden pole very hard. . its been over a week and i am still having headaches and pain around my left eye. last night my vision was blurry in my left eye for about an hour or longer.,"i'm sorry to hear about your accident. ouch! i certainly would suggest you get this checked out. it sounds like you might have a concussion. concussions can vary from mild to severe. if you're having pain around one eye my concern would be that you damaged some of the delicate structures around your eye socket. that definitely deserves to be checked by a medical professional as well as getting an assessment of your head injury in general. because this happened over a week ago i don't necessarily think you need to go to an emergency room. i'd suggest phoning your primary care provider and explaining the situation so they work you in as soon as possible. if they can't get you in within a day or two then i guess i'd suggest you head for an urgent care. i mean on the one hand this doesn't sound like an ""emergency"" anymore but on the other hand it probably needs to get checked out sooner rather than later. just for future reference if you ever hit your head hard enough to black out even for a moment or if you experience dizziness fuzzy memory nausea or any of the other signs of a traumatic brain injury you should go to the emergency room. i wish you all the best and hope you feel better soon!"
is lorazepam highly addictive?,benzodiazepines like lorazepam can be addictive. so it is very important to use them only as directed. never take one if you do not have anxiety and never take more than your prescribed dosage.
difficulty urinating nausea and vomiting. what the most likely problem. no fever,unfortunately it's impossible to tell what the problem might be without a physical examination. difficulty urinating is not a symptom to be taken lightly. it could be caused by a urinary tract infection kidney infection or even a stone. any of these conditions could cause additional problems if not treated. the difficulty urinating also could contribute to the nausea and vomiting. if these symptoms don't clear up quickly i'd suggest you seek immediate medical treatment. hope this helps!
is is possible for a pap smear to cause bleeding if you've been raped in the past?,a pap smear can cause bleeding. the cervix of some women are very friable and will bleed easily from the slightest trauma. a past sexual assault would not be a factor.
i was recently diagnosed with an inner ear infection with a perforated ear drum and an aspergillus infection. i was prescibed amoxicillin/potasium clav 875-125mg twice a day z-pack was not working and clotrimazole topical 1% twice a day in the ear for the aspergillus. the pa stated the drops would not work as well with the puss in the ear and told me to go ahead and gently remove the pus with a q-tip. i removed a sold chunk of aspergillus that was covering the eardrum. the clotrimazole got through the perforated ear drum and my inner ear has an intense burning sensation in it. recommendations?,we've been dealing with the same thing with my daughter for 7 months-- she required oral clindamyacin and ciprodex drops to get any relief b/c her staph infection turned out to be mrsa. its been a very expensive nightmare. we also did a day in the or for the doc to irrigate the ear canal and check for polyps. <link> <link> <link>
how do i know when it's time to stop treating my sinus infection at home and to see a doctor? thank you,hi if your otc drugs are not doing it then now is the time to see your doctor and hope he can see you asap its the 11o/c headaches that are the real killers i found out hard it for a coupe of years and not had one since. good luck
i started having intense sharp constant pain behind my right eye right temple area and backside of the right side of my head?,chronic sinusitis or migraine are the possibilities. a sinoscopy will rule out polyps or soft tissue related lesions. take high protein diet rich in vitamin c. drink plenty of fruit juices and think of yoga therapy and meditation. this will help in long run
can you take zyrtec if currently on antibiotics? what are the possible side effects?,zyrtec an antihistamine is compatible with antibiotics. the only side effects you my experience would be to them individually.
currently taking 75mg of paxil for anxiety. noticing it is not working as well as before. what should i add to it? . i have been on 75mg of paxil cr for three years for treating my panic attacks and general anxiety. it has worked very well. about three weeks ago i started noticing some anxiety creeping back in and i know i'm maxed out on the paxil. should i ask my doctor about adding something like abilify or some other drug to help boost me back to where i was? or should i seek a different ssri altogether? i'm nervous about the latter simply because the paxil has worked so well for so long. thanks!,you are correct in suspecting that the paxil is no longer working at controlling your conditions. many of the ssri's including zoloft and prozac have the same quality of no longer working after a period of therapeutic symptom improvement. after several years of reliable benefit these ssri's may even begin to heighten the anxiety symptoms. i would not recommend taking abilify. it has been shown to have many serious side-effects including affecting blood sugar results. while i understand that you do not want to give-up on a drug that once was effective it is probably best to try another medicine.
i am a 55-year-old widowed mom in california. i have a 24-year-old daughter who is enrolled full time in college. . i get our medical coverage through my employer -- my coverage is paid for by my employer i pay for my daughter's coverage. the premiums have been increasing each year by about 30%. am i able to qualify for assistance with her premium even though i am no longer able to claim her on my tax return?,it does not sound like you would qualify for a subsidy for your daughter because she has access to employer sponsored insurance through your employer. even though you are paying alot for her insurance your employer insurance meets the affordability standard under the aca because your employer pays the full cost of employee-only coverage. it doesn't hurt to check with covered california (www. coveredca. com) california's health insurance exchange however because your daughter may be able to find cheaper unsubsidized coverage on the exchange.
what is your opinion of thermage?,well thermage is indeed an fda approved procedure that super heats the skin and specifically the collagen which is one of the main building blocks of skin and theoretically would form new younger and tighter collagen. now that process doesn’t take place over night. and so the manufacturer has advised physicians and secondarily patients that they will not see an immediate result. the hoped for result may take 4 or 5 or 6 months to achieve. that process is probably not achieved the success that we had hoped it might. again by observation because the patients have to accept that when they are employing a new technology. we are all learning about it so the first kid on the block may be satisfied and may be disappointed. i think to this point we’re a little bit disappointed. now that said there haven’t been any complications. i think most patients consider the significant complication to have hit their wallet because they didn’t get much for their money. and it’s not inexpensive. it can be several thousand dollars because it means a visit in the operating room the doctor’s time the technical the cost of the technology. so again not harmful but not really delivering the goods. certainly not a substitute for a surgical facelift. and many services technologies kind of position themselves as less invasive less traumatic less expensive less everything quote facelift but the answer is they can’t match the proven record of a surgical procedure. it’s just not possible by having the skin treated by a beam of light to get rid of a saggy chin and jowls and the product of many years of ages and perhaps even some dissipation.
what can i do to get rid of the dry flakey skin around my mouth and chin area?,first you should probably see your local board certified dermatologist to understand exactly why your skin is reacting this way. it may be as simple as dry skin due to the winter months. but it may also be something more complex such as a contact dermatitis to certain mouthwashes chewing gums or toothpastes. visit your dermatologist so he/she can see your skin and determine the best treatment.
what causes smelly feet?,skin bacteria tend to be the underlying culprit for smelly feet. certain types of shoes especially those that do not “breathe well” causing the feet to sweat can also contribute to the disagreeable odor.
i have been coughing since last two months. i am taking anti histamin tablet but it does not work?,a cough lasting 2 months needs to be checked out. get a lung x-ray done…to be on the safe side.
i have been suffering of imbalance exhaustion lack of focus and nervousness?,definitely you need more tests and examination but that doesn’t relate to leukopenia as it is common with even acute viral infections and other diseases. but for the pain in stomach exhaustion imbalance lack of focus you may need an abdominal usg b vitamins tests thyroid profile. do you have any pain in your ears? headaches? any swelled lymph nodes in neck or thighs?
my 2 year old son is tall for his age but only 50th percentile for weight. does that mean he is underweight?,if your child's bmi percentile is in the healthy zone then congratulations! it sounds like your child is at maybe the ~90th percentile for height and a 50% weight so that might be around the 25th percentile for bmi. if the trend is good then your child's growth is tracking along a healthy path. children who have 2 parents with weight issues are at higher risk of obesity that is 13 times higher than the baseline so you are doing a great job. just like i would counsel parents with a child at the 75 or 80th percentiles not to worry likewise feel good about your child being at the 20-25th percentile.
"my daughter will eat nothing for days and will eat alot in 1 day then not eat for days agian. what is going on? . along with that when i tell her to eat something. she replies ""food is disgusting. ""","i'm not sure what you mean by ""days without food. "" if she eats absolutely nothing for 3-4 days and then finally eats one day that would be problematic. you need to make sure her growth is on track by checking with her pediatrician. if she eats very few foods and tends to gag or choke a lot then have her evaluated by a feeding therapist (speech or ot) to rule out oral motor or sensory issues. this also might be a sign of an eating disorder -- for signs and symptoms see this post. if you suspect an eating disorder get her help right away. if she is young and picks at food for a few days and then eats quite a bit that is more normal especially if growth is on track. the best way to handle this is to provide balanced meals and snacks at regular intervals and make sure she sits for a period of time (10-15 minutes). do not pressure her to eat and let her know she doesn't have to -- but she does have to sit and join everyone at the table. children tend to eat better with a non-pressure approach feeding. pushing children to eat can cause early fullness and less food intake at meals. if there is any doubt take her in to the pediatrician for a double check. good luck!"
my eyes burn and water when i shut them and when im standing in the sun and the only way to relive them is to stand. i was spreading horse manuer the day before,hi its a bit hard to pick one out as there may be some little bits you have left out. so here's a list of possible's. searches related to zoonotic diseases in horses and eye problems leptospirosis an infectious bacterial disease that occurs in rodents dogs and other mammals and can be transmitted to humans. rabies a contagious and fatal viral disease of dogs and other mammals that causes madness and convulsions transmissible through the saliva to humans. cryptosporidiosis a parasitic disease caused by cryptosporidium a protozoan parasite in the phylum apicomplexa. it affects the intestines of mammals and is typically an acute short-term infection. . . lyme disease an inflammatory disease characterized at first by a rash headache fever and chills and later by possible arthritis and neurological and cardiac disorders caused by bacteria that are transmitted by ticks. see how you get on. good luck
i have shingles is my 2 month old baby at risk?,unfortunately yes. shingles is caused by the herpes virus. the same virus that causes fever blisters/cold sores chicken pox and herpes stomatitis (a herpes infection inside the mouth). i do not know where you have the shingles but if it is an area that is covered by clothing this will help prevent the spread to your baby. you will need to keep your hands very very clean. please call your baby's pediatrician for more patient-specific advice.
diarrhea worried about anisakis. yesterday i went to an asian restaurant and my friends basically forced me into eating eel sushi roll i think it was fumigated due to the color and taste but i think it was raw. now this morning i got diarrhea and i'm burping a lot (sorry if i was so explicit but couldn't put that in any other way) and got a little bit of gastric acidity. now i don't think i have nausea i have a weird feel but it's probably because i'm stressing about it and i am a hypochondriac so it could be related to that.,if the eel was fumigated maybe that's causing a bit of an issue. honestly your case of the nerves over being forced to eat something is likely to be the main cause of this especially if they are not having diarrhea. or you could have gotten it from some other issue that's happening at the same time. sushi and sashimi have to be prepared under some pretty high standards in most cases i'd trust it more than a regular hamburger.
started birth control first day of my period i'm on my 8th pill had unprotected sex can i still get pregnant? . my birth control is lo loestrin fe. started last wednesday also first day of my period yesterday i finished my period and today i had unprotected sex which he ejaculated in me. can i still get pregnant? first time taking birth control. nervous.!,hi this is the only info the company puts out on how to take there pills. you will take your first pill on the first day of your period or on the first sunday after your period begins. you may need to use back-up birth control such as condoms or a spermicide when you first start using lo loestrin fe. follow your doctor's instructions. now most bc pills come to full strength after 7 days so if these are the same then your on the ball and should be safe. good luck
i got a semi-deep cut slicing my finger on a can of wet cat food. how important is a tetanus shot really? . it filled with the wet food but i quickly washed it with soap sprayed it with anti bacterial spray & put a bandage on it. this was yesterday morning. tonight i can still pull the wound apart & see into the layers of skin. i was told by a pharmacist when i asked what i could use to seal my skin shut to get a tetanus shot. i thought that was more for outside wounds like rusty nails & dirt. does a can a cat food really need one or is it just to cover bases but most likely i will be fine?,most helpful answer a few facts: tetanus is rare but if you got it it is nearly 100% fatal. tetanus is usually not caused by surface wounds but deeper tissue wounds. tetanus vaccine is 100% protective for 10 years -- a small price to pay for this type of insurance. i am pleased that you cleaned the wound carefully since tetanus shots do not prevent wound infections. although i cannot see if your finger needed stitches or not if it is over 8 hours it cannot be sutured. it will need to heal from the inside out. you need to use an antibacterial ointment or cream and observe for signs of infection (redness pus increased tenderness swelling) and see your medical provider if this happens. i vote for the tetanus shot. if it doesn't help you for this wound it least it will help you over the next ten years. your pharmacist may be able to give it to you if this service is provided there. if you decide not to get it that would need to be your decision.
"what is ""ea"" in the serving sizes? . i use webmd's food & fitness tool. while entering what i eat i happen to see ""ea"" as a serving size. for example when i search for almond as a whole nut i see ""22 ea"" as the serving size. does that mean ""22 pieces""?","""ea"" means each. if a whole nut has 22 calories ea then each nut has 22 calories."
why you should not cut or crush a potassium pill,many have a special coating on them so that they will be absorbed slower and safer. since i do not know the specific brand you are taking it is best to discuss that with your pharmacist.
i contacted poison ivy and have all these horrible sores that ooze fluid. should i cover them with gauze?,as you have guessed poison ivy can easily be managed at home as long as you don't develop an infection. if it would make you more comfortable it would be appropriate to cover the worst areas with clean dry bandages. just be sure to change them frequently as you don't want to leave a dark moist area alone for too long. the best thing to do is to avoid scratching. using over-the-counter hydrocortisone or calamine lotion is helpful oatmeal baths cool compresses and oral antihistamines like benadryl may provide some relief. as long as the liquid that is draining is clear and colorless you're fine. if it appears to be pus please get a medical evaluation.
how long after the experation date can i take amoxicillin,i don't recommend taking any medications after the expiration date especially if you are self-diagnosing and self-medicating using leftover antibiotics from a previous prescription. liquid amoxicillin should never be used after the brief (ten day) expiration date; capsules and tablet will lose potency.
does vinegar stop hair loss in women?,there are soooooo many causes of hair loss including normal hair loss that occurs in everyone that often mimics some of the medical reasons. if you are experiencing patchy hair loss or even general hair-thinning it would be wise to try and find the reason first. before delaying effective treatment by unproven concoctions. vinegar is not a panacea for hair loss but it is harmless if you want to try it.
can i dye my hair with bells palsy? . i have had it 6 weeks already and want to dye my hair. not bleach dye?,coloring your hair or bleaching it will have no effect on your bell's palsy.
my 14 year old daughter complained of terrible stomach pain took her to the doctor…?,do not worry it could be lactose intolerance ibs or celiac. is there any symptoms like diarrhea or constipation?
do you have to buy health insurance from the exchange?,no. people who 1) qualify for exchange subsidies and work for an employer that does not offer health insurance and 2) people who are currently uninsured may find it advantageous to buy insurance through the exchange (or marketplace) but there is no requirement to do so. the health reform law does include an individual mandate. if you do not have a qualified health insurance plan (or medicare or medicaid) you will be required to pay a penalty based on your income.
i am a competitive gymnast with osgood sclatters disease – it’s spreading,hi. osgood schlatters usually occurs in people having deficiency of calcium and specifically more of vitamin d. you are a gymnast so comparatively you are giving more stress on your bones compared to normal people. fatigue is also due to the same reason. you should start on clcium and vitamin d supplements. take rest for 10-15 days till the knee inflammation and pain goes away. take analgesics and anti inflammatory tablets lice packs knee cap. avoid squatting. thanks
my girfriend is bipolar 2 she is going to see her therapist today i need question to ask him on how i can help her? . i feel that most of the time its me that puts her into an episode i dont know what it is that im doing i try so hard to be there for her but some of the things she says to me hurts so bad that i get mad or depressed like ive failed her somehow she drinks everyday she drinks gin or vodka and she will destroy a 1. 75 ml bottle in a week which alot by my standards i might have 2 or 3 beers all weekend sometimes she says things like i dont want to keep living or she would be better off dead. help me!,ultimately she is responsible for her own mental health and life. bipolar doesn't go away ever and she will have to learn to monitor and control herself so that her moods don't run her life. there are 12-step programs for adult children of alcoholics (and other dysfunction such as perfectionism hyper-religiosity and any kind of abuse). she needs to know that her own out-of-control tendencies (anger indiscriminate sex any addiction including shopping among others) are not acceptable behaviors (learn to communicate without fighting) and start working on herself. you can be supportive but you can't do the work for her. she is not good mother material so i would avoid even thinking about it until she has proven she can get herself under control. a bipolar person is unstable and instability is not what a child needs to thrive in all ways including emotionally.
hurts to take deep breathe pain around belly button and pain under ribs. what is this? . this pain just started on monday. i thought it was just indigestion so i started taking a upset stomach reliever it's now next monday and it's still there but i went to the er on saturday and they said that my blood tests and lab tests came back normal xrays looked okay. the pain is a bit under my ribs and it hurts to take deep breaths and it's now starting to burn a little bit when i pee. what's wrong with me? . the doctor at the er also prescribed prilosec which i have been taking.,hi the trouble with trapped wind is it stays trapped and the longer you leave it the more it hurts. just please give it a try it might amaze you just how it works. good luck
hi i'm 24 last year myself and my ex split up we have a child together but wen we finished we stopped talking so my parents collected my child for me to see him then the start of this year we started seen each other again but last week she told me she is seen someone and is now telling me leave her alone i'm very down on myself and i'm feeling very depressed my buddies just keep saying get over it but icant since i love this girl we were engaged and were living wit each other but now i don't know wat to do,hello. it seems you do not have many options open regarding your relationship with your ex now. she seems to have made it clear that she is into another relationship. this is a clear indication for you to move on. moving on doesn't simply mean forgetting the past. you need to work on your disturbance. if you tell yourself that you can't move on since you love the girl it will be an illogical argument. just because you still love her doesn't mean you should not move on. acknowledging the situation in its reality will help you realize that you have to take your own share of the responsibility for the situation. try to consult a counselor or a therapist if you can. take care. abhijeet deshmukh md (this post is for the purpose of providing medical information and is not a substitute for a face-to-face consultation with a doctor. this post is not intended to give or rule out a diagnosis create a doctor-patient relationship or replace an existing one. i am not able to diagnose medical conditions online. please consult with your doctor or a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment options)
does drinking too much water and soda before a meal make you feel full that you do not want to eat? . my sons girlfriend allows her children to drink a lot of water and soda right before they eat and then they do not eat. doesn't drinking a lot before a meal fill you up and then you are not hungry?,yes drinking fluids especially sugar-sweetened or calorie-containing beverages can cause feelings of fullness resulting in decreased food intake. young children with small stomachs are more likely to fill up than older children and adults. it's best to serve calorie-containing beverages with meals. for example juice and milk with lunch or dinner and soda only occasionally. water is the best in between meal beverage. good luck!
took plan b because of the possibility of precum on the condom. got two periods since (june 25). pregnant? . my girlfriend and i decided to have sex on june 23rd. while i was putting on the condom i noticed it was backwards then switched it to the right side. during sex there was no condom failure. but after sex i realized my mistake that there might have been precum on the outside of the condom since at first i put it on wrong. then about 28 hours after sex she took the planb pill. she has had 2 early period since then. the first one was light lasting 4-5 days and the second was heavy lasting 5. pregnant?,hi well if your that worried then get her tested her doctor would be best. but if ok then now is the time to get her on bc pills the cap iud but not deop shot to many bad side effects. hope this helps you. good luck
i have terrible bone pain and muscle spasms is it due to celiac disease or other condition?,hi these symptoms may be due to low vitamin d. low leucocytes signify lowered immunity. take protein supplements vitamin d3 60 000 iu/week green leafy vegetables fruits. thanks
how long can an allergic reaction to condoms last?,hi i think your find this link below will help you. <link> just copy link into google to the www. to open and read. you need to change to either latex free condoms or if you can go onto the bc pill. ok good luck
what if acetaminophen and ibuprofen doesn't bring down my fever? . i have a possible autoimmune disorder that has not been diagnosed as of yet. i frequently get fevers that range between 99 and 101 degrees along with chills and body aches. but as of today both tylenol and motrin did not bring my temperature down until after 3 doses.,there are many many reasons to have a mild temperature elevation. as a matter of fact dependind on the time of day that you took the temperature a temp of 100 could be considered a variation of normal. the normal body temperture hovers around 99 and tends to be a bit higher in the evening; lower in the mornings. fever is usually the body's normal response to fighting of an infection (viruses like colds) or respond to inflammation. while autoimmune disorders can be on this extensive list of reasons for a mild fever it would not be high on the list. you would need to see your medical provider for a thorough medical history some diagnostic tests and a careful examination to determine if an autoimmune disorder was the underlying reason. it is not really necessary to treat a fever especially a mild one with ibuprofen or acetaminophen. remember this is a normal response and fever helps with our immune response. unless you are particularly uncomfortable a fever can be just left alone
what is ringworm of the skin?,ringworm of the skin is an infection caused by a fungus. jock itch is a form of ringworm that causes an itchy rash on the skin of your groin area. it is much more common in men than in women. jock itch may be caused by the spread of athlete's foot fungus to the groin. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what medications and treatments are available to treat pagets disease of bone?,doctors can use several types of medicine to treat paget's disease. although it is not possible to cure paget's disease with them they can make the disease inactive and may reduce complications. medicines such as bisphosphonate and calcitonin slow the breakdown and rebuilding of bone tissue. you can use over-the-counter medicines such as acetaminophen nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (nsaids) or other pain medicines to treat bone pain. medication choices medicines that slow the breakdown and rebuilding of bone tissue include: bisphosphonates which are usually the first medicines used to treat paget's disease. calcitonin which is usually given by injection. your doctor probably will prescribe calcitonin if you cannot tolerate bisphosphonates or if they have not been effective in treating your symptoms. what to think about you may need to take medicine for several weeks before symptoms of paget's disease improve. some medicines control the disease and its symptoms only while the person is taking the medicine. soon after the medicine is stopped symptoms may come back. your doctor may recommend medicine for paget's disease even though you have no symptoms. medicines prevent the rapid breakdown of bone tissue and may decrease the chance of complications of paget's disease. an oral bisphosphonate such as alendronate ( fosamax ) or risedronate ( actonel ) generally is used first. if the side effects are too much for you you can try intravenous pamidronate ( aredia ) or zoledronic acid ( reclast ). webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what does yellowish green discharge out of the vagina mean?,most helpful answer in most cases an abnormal vaginal discharge of this nature indicates an infection; usually a bacterial infection. it would be best for you to be carefully examined so that you can be properly diagnosed and treated.
i am getting sharp headache and abrupt vision shift. what does it sound like?,your symptoms could be due to ocular migraine brain lesion vasculitis hypertension and stress. i would suggest you to consult a neurologist and have yourself examined. you need to carry out mri brain to exclude any brain lesion as the cause for your symptoms. also have your blood pressure measured. in your case it seems to be due to migraine since you have a history of migraine. for further information consult an internal medicine physician online --> <link>
is it unsafe for a man to take celexa while he and his partner are trying to conceive?,no. it is safe for a man to use celexa while trying to conceive. there is no association with any problems in doing so.
if you currently have health insurance will your company lower the current rates if you stay with them? . or must you switch to a different company to get competitive rates? how long must the insurance companies keep their rates the same? can they raise them in 6 months? can doctors raise their rates?,it's unlikely insurance companies will lower your rates. you can certainly stay with your current insurer (assuming your plan isn't being discontinued because it doesn't comply with the law) but it's a good idea to shop around to make sure you're signed onto a plan with the best coverage at the best price for you. generally insurers raise rates at the time of renewal so it's reasonable to expect a rate increase once a year.
what are the symptoms of cataracts?,not all cataracts impair vision or affect daily living. for those that do common symptoms include: cloudy fuzzy foggy or filmy vision. glare from lamps or the sun which may be severe. difficulty driving at night due to glare from headlights. frequent changes in eyeglass prescription. double vision. second sight. difficulty performing daily activities because of vision problems. parents need to watch for signs of cataracts in infants and children. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i am 13wks pregnant with a sensivitive cervix what should i expect from this? . i have brown discharge sometimes pink coloring on the toilet tissue when i wipe. i'll go days with out anything and then it just happens. i havent had any intercourse since i found out i pregnant. i was told that i have a sensitive cervix. should expect this discharge through my whole pregnancie? am i still at a high rick of loosing my baby?,hi what your describing sounds the same as my wife had twice both times she was put on hormone injections to strengthen the neck of the womb she had these up to 18 weeks. do hope this helps. good luck
what is type 1 diabetes?,type 1 diabetes is called as insulin dependent diabetes. it is a chronic condition in which pancreas secretes no insulin a hormone required by the body to regulate glucose levels in the body. amongst hundred diabetics approximately 10 suffer from type 1 diabetes. treatment is insulin injections.
what is false pregnancy?,false pregnancy or pseudocyesis is the belief that you are expecting a baby when you are not really carrying a child. people with pseudocyesis have many or all of the common symptoms of pregnancy with the exception of an actual fetus. this condition is very rare occurring in only one to six out of every 22 000 births. it is most common in women aged 20 to 44 although it can affect women of all ages.
can i have strep without fever? . my 4 year old son was diagnosed with strep throat 3 days ago. last night i was fine one minute and suddenly felt like i'd been hit by a ton of bricks. body aches headache . sore throat and general feeling crappy! but no fever. is there any point in dragging myself out to doctor when i feel so miserable? is it possible to have strep without fever? (i do not have any runny nose stuffy nose or cough. not a cold! ),in an adult it is not necessary to mount a fever response to strep. some people do; most people do not. so you can still have strep. you were certainly exposed assuming your son was correctly diagnosed. any chance you can get a strep test? some clinicians will just treat symptomatic parental contacts but that would be totally up to the discretion of the clinician.
i have recently had unprotected sex and both me and my partner were virgins and now the head of my penis is irrritated,"you had unprotected sex? it is your ""other"" head that i am concerned about; this was not a good decision. why would you not use protection against pregnancy? even if you were both virgins (assuming both are honest) you still have the possibility of pregnancy. if your penis is sore you will need to see a medical provider so that you can be properly examined. there is absolutely no way to blindly guess the reason for your symptoms based solely on your vague statement."
my left side testicle is hurting and pissing blood?,symptoms and signs like hardening of testicle bloody semen are alarming signs that needs urgent examination and ultrasonography of testicles and prostate.
i'm trying to lose weight i'm 16 male 247lbs what are some good diet plans and exercises that could help me lose 47lbs? . i'm wanting to lose 47lbs before i'm 17 so that i can join the national guard or the army.,defiantly start out slow with the exercise you don't want to hurt yourself. and this goes for everyone regardless of size that is just starting to work out. take a fat burner it will boost your weight loss with the exercise. cut down on carbs and try to eat at least 3 well proportioned meals or 6 small meals a day. do not starve your self! this in the long run will make you gain twice as much as you loose. good luck!
i have sinus infection went to er now feel no energy tired and weak?,in my opinion you have a fungal infection supporting your bacterial infection (you have both) i recommend that you ask your doctor for antifungal as well also consider the surgical treatment good luck
pain in head neck left arm and lower back xray shows degeneration here are my mri results?,hi multiple level cervical disc bulges are effectively treated with physiotherapy analgesics neck exercises cervical traction along with laser therapy and swd can accelerate the recovery process. use cervical collar. if these measures fail surgical de-compression is recommended. thanks
"what would happen is pneumona vac was injection into your arm when it should have been a ppd test? . i should have been given a ppd but i think the wrong bottle was picked up and i was given pneumonia vaccine. my arm has a red raised spot 1 3/4"" x 1 3/4"" in the area the ""ppd? "" was given. my arm is very sore. the area of redness is now going up above my elbow in a straight line.",what should happen? that nurse or medical assistant should be retrained! other than the inflammation which is obvious there should be no long term residuals. i am a bit concerned that you may be having a lymphatic reaction (the red streak) so you medical provider needs to see this and make sure you do not have a secondary infection from this avoidable mistake. don't pay for this extra office visit either. you will still need a proper ppd (and it should be absolutely free! ) and if you need the pneumonia vaccine (administered properly of course) i would insist on a freebee as well.
i can see white patches and a big red patch with a white spot on it in my mouth?,hi. those small blister like structure are common and sometimes come and go on their own. i don’t see signs of inflammation. nothing to worry regards
what causes ringworm of the scalp or beard?,ringworm infection is caused by a fungus. fungi that cause ringworm live and multiply on the upper layer of the skin and on the hair. ringworm is not caused by a worm or other parasite. the medical term for fungal infections is tinea followed by a word that describes the location of infection. for example tinea capitis is ringworm of the scalp and tinea barbae is ringworm of the beard. ringworm of the scalp is most commonly caused by the fungus trichophyton tonsurans which is spread from one person to another. this fungus causes more than 90 out of 100 cases of ringworm of the scalp in north and central america. 1 in the past the fungus microsporum canis was the most common cause but it is a less frequent cause now. microsporum canis is spread by cats and dogs. ringworm of the beard is caused by trichophyton verrucosum and is spread by cattle and other farm animals. you can catch ringworm by sharing contaminated hats combs brushes towels telephones clothing sports equipment or even theater seats and by direct contact with an infected person. children are more susceptible to the fungus and more likely to develop an infection than adults. adults often do not develop an infection even after exposure to ringworm-causing fungi. adults and less commonly children can be carriers for ringworm. carriers can pass ringworm on to others but do not have symptoms of the disease. ringworm-causing fungi can live on people objects (such as hats or brushes) or animals for several months. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i woke up this morning with what seems to be a sprained ankle i didn't hurt it the previous day what could be the cause,we spend a lot of time on our feet and the weight of our bodies and the strain of walking can certainly cause inflammation of the tendons or muscles. since you do not recall an injury this may be a strain. nsaids like motrin advil or aleve may help (assuming you can medically take this class of anti-inflammatory medication) along with some hot soaks but if your symptoms persist you will need to consult your medical provider for a proper examination and diagnosis.
what is emend for injection?,emend for injection is a prescription medicine used in adults to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain cancer chemotherapy medicines. emend for injection is always used with other medicines. emend for injection is not used to treat nausea and vomiting that you already have.
read the details i can't write it all in here. -both fifteen. -not sure if some drops of precum got on the condom. -really stressed right now. it's about my girldfriend. ofcourse she takes tha anti-baby pill daily. but we're still afraid. we think some drops of precum have got in. but not very sure. tomorrow her period should start but i can't wait so long. i already can't sleep well. ps: we're fifteen. what should we do?,most helpful answer just wait. and sweat it out a few more days. while the chance of an unintended pregnancy is not very high you do seem to be aware that the leakage of semen may contain viable baby-causing sperm. something you are trying to prevent. the birth control pill is highly effective. adding the condom makes it even more effective. i suspect your girlfriend will have a normal period and not be pregnant but try and be very very careful. remember that the only 100% way of preventing pregnancy is abstinence -- not having sex at all.
i'm a uncircumcised male. 22 of age. i have noticed a reoccuring build up of plaque-like (yeast? ) how do i treat this?,yeast itches and causes the foreskin to be red and irritated. what you are most likely seeing is smegma -- a normal cheesy-like accumulation that can form under the foreskin. this can even have an unpleasant odor. treatment? retract your foreskin and just wash it off with good ol' soap and and water.
is there a way to eliminate or fade lip/mustache scars from cold sores? . i had a cold sore 5 weeks ago that has since healed but left behind a dark discoloration on the upper lip and lower mustache area. is there a way to ge rid of or fade the scars?,the best way is to do natural; however if natural does not fit a time frame to help you you can always see a dermatologist for a laser scar treatment. for a natural way check out this site: <link>
"when should i be concerned about a strange bruise? . my daughter was spinning in circles 5 days ago. she lost her balance and fell to the ground landing on her forearm. she says she did not land on any rocks or sticks. she developed a very strange bruise. it is approximately 3"" x 6"" long with a hard flesh-toned/white lump in the middle of it. the lump is hard and about 1/4"" in diameter. she says that the only thing that hurts is when she pushes on the lump. i don't believe it's any sort of bug bite since i could not locate and puncture wounds.",she most likely has a hematoma. an accumulation or pocket of blood under the skin. this is just a guess however since i have no way of seeing or examining your daughter over the internet. she would need to see a medical provider for a hands-on examination to confirm this assumption. in the meantime keep up with the cold compresses.
cut myself with a utility knife on wed health clinic opens on mon for tetanus vac is it ok to wait until mon?,although tetanus is extremely rare in the u. s. and even more rare from getting it from a utility knife cut the sooner you get the vaccine the better. tetanus vaccines last ten years so you may still have a viable immune response from a previous vaccine.
i have been getting these little red bumps over all of my body?,allergic dermatitis may be from the drug you are taking try soothing agents with mild potency steroids i am also suspecting viral infection due to the distribution do u have any other symptoms?
arthrosis of the hip joint (coxarthrosis) are my running days over?,running is not forbidden buts it s better to do physiotherapy to strengthen muscles surrounding the joints.
i have hashimotos. am i going to have heart problems within few years?,hi. hashimotos is not a confirmation of getting cardiac issues or heart issues. with proper management of hashimotos you can very much lead a healthy and symptomfree life. so my suggestion is to first of all stop worrying take proper medications and a healthy diet. do moderate workout daily and undergo yearly checkups to reconfirm your wellness. hope this helps. regards.
when does the coronary atherosclerosis process begin?,"although the coronary arteries are wide open at birth the atherosclerosis process begins early in life. between the ages of 10 and 20 ""fatty streaks"" are already being deposited on the inner lining of the coronary arteries. over the years some of these fatty streaks grow into larger cholesterol plaques that can protrude into the artery lumen and harden the artery walls. many men and women between the ages of 20 and 30 typically are unaware that their coronary arteries are gradually accumulating cholesterol plaques. but by ages 40 to 50 many people have developed enough atherosclerosis to put them at risk for coronary heart disease."
my daughter-in-law is three months pregnant and has sinus drainage and her ears hurt. what can she can do for relief?,along with ob/gyn approved pain relievers a humidifier or a long hot shower may give her some relieve. a saline rinse can help too as well as a salt water gargle. plenty of fluids and plenty of rest.
i had bronchitis and pneumonia 6 months ago. my coworker has bronchitis. am i susceptible to catching it from her?,there are no particular germs (viruses) that just cause bronchitis so being exposed does not necessarily mean you will catch the same identical disease. just about any of the 200 or so respiratory viruses can cause bronchitis in a person who is susceptible to that particular virus. to be safe stand away from her coughing or sneezing.
i don't have health insurance and neither does my mom. i have a full-time job and my mom doesn't work. i am a citizen and my mom is a resident. how do i get health insurance for both of us? what is the best option?,you can both shop for coverage at healthcare. gov. as long as your mother is in the country legally she is entitled to health insurance and may qualify for financial assistance to help pay for it.
"does ibuprofen weaken the immune system in children if it is over used as babies what would be considered overuse? . my son's father and i are divorced he has since told my son who seems to catch every bacterial infection that is in the area ie pneumonia and strep that he ""catches"" everything because he was given too much ibuprofen as a baby. . my son had suffered ear infections at least once a year from two months old to seven years. has there been any study linking immune system deficiencies in children from ibuprofen use? if so what was the result?",my husband kinda suffers from the same issue. he was given tyenol and ibuprofen alot as a child and now it is very hard to find a pain medicine that has any effect on him. he currently has a condition in his chest that no medicine has been able to help the pain. i am not sure if this helps but this is something you probably needed to limit the amounts as a baby.
"why do mosquito bites swell up to like 6"" wide and hot to touch on me?",because you are hypersensitive even allergic to the mosquito bites. it would be wise for you to use an effectie mosquito repellant when they are about and have a good cortisone-based cream to apply the bite sites. an oral antihistamine may also help.
what happens if i stop taking suppressive acyclovir? . i have been taking 400 mg of acyclovir 2x/day for 3 years to prevent my bf from getting herpes. prior to that i had about 1 outbreak/yr and it was very mild (only one bump typically). we are trying to conceive so i stopped taking it about 10 days ago but i am scared that i am getting an outbreak and afraid that if i stop i'm going to get frequent outbreaks. what typically happens when someone stops taking acyclovir? do outbreaks often come back worse than before? .,"there is nothing ""typical"" or predictable about herpes or the antiviral drugs that are used to suppress outbreaks. every person and their response to herpes and suppressant medictions is different. you have stopped taking your acyclovir so you may know those answers as they pretain to you."
what is a menstrual migraine?,this headache syndrome is common in women and is often associated with changing estrogen (a hormone) levels that occur during menstruation pregnancy and menopause.
sore throat that will not go away told its not strep. i went to the doctor because of a bad sore throat they gave me a swob test and said it was not strep so i am confused as to what it could be the back of my throat is red the left side is white and theright side has little bumps on them the doctor said it was viral and would go away soon but it has been two weeks what could it be? the pain goes from a 9 to a 7 and always goes back and forth i am unsure what it could be,whatever the cause of your sore throat follow the following: 1. gargle with saline lukewarm water. 2. you may take herbs like tinospora curcuma licorice basil and shunthi in powder or paste form with honey. mixture should be licked slowly. 3. avoid cold drinks ice creams curd etc.
pregnancy complications after bj. in the morning my girlfriend actually wanked me out and i ejaculated in tissues. throughout the whole day i urinated for only once and after that at night she started giving me a bj(without ejaculation but i supposed with some pre cum) then we actually french kissed and i started licking her private part. . this was our first time doing and she and i are actually virgin. can i know whats the likelihood of her being pregnant? i am really stressed out as i am afraid that she will be pregnant.,i'm very concerned about your situation jeremy. were you not taught that making out is immoral and could lead to things like teen pregnancy and even aids? now you might have been lucky to escape pregnancy in this situation but i would advise you to always wear a condom at all times even if you're just planning on making out. good luck!
my immune system is deficient in the 1gg3 classification please advise?,well individuals with low igg levels tend to get infection more frequently as igg antibodies are responsible for preventing infection in the body. so in case of igg deficiency the body tend to get frequent infection. so you should consult an immunologist and get evaluated and igg replacement therapy can help in reducing the frequency of infection. in case if you get infection you should immediately get a proper treatment to avoid worsening. hope this helps. regards.
could i be pregnant?,the only way to know for sure you're pregnant is with a pregnancy test. but there are early symptoms of pregnancy that can alert you to the fact that you may be pregnant and should have a test. spotting and cramping. breast changes. fatigue. nausea (morning sickness). missed period. it's important to keep in mind that the symptoms may be caused by other things besides being pregnant. so the fact that you notice some of these symptoms does not necessarily mean you are pregnant. the only way to tell for sure is with a pregnancy test. some women are so attuned to their body and the changes it undergoes with pregnancy that they seem to know from the start they are pregnant. other women though have no suspicion they are pregnant until they miss their first period which is perhaps the most widely recognized early sign of pregnancy.
can lumbar spinal stenosis it cause severe pain in your leg?,yes it definitely can. spinal stenosis refers to narrowing of the spinal canal. the spinal canal is a narrow opening within the vertebrae (bones of the spine) that allow the spinal cord to pass through. when the spinal canal becomes narrow it puts pressure on the roots of the nerves that run from the spinal cord to various body parts. in the lumbar spine (which is located in the lower back) the nerves transmit sensation from the legs to the brain. if a nerve in the lumbar spine is pinched it can cause the legs (or a single leg) to transmit pain signals. if you've been diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis your doctor should be able to treat your pain in the short term and suggest some ways to deal with the problem in the long term. i suggest you consult your doctor to find out what your options are. i hope you feel better soon!
my grandma has had a cough for a few weeks should i have her see a doctor? . it started as a dry cough but now it sounds like shes coughing up something. she went to the dr a couple weeks ago and got cough syrup but it didnt help.,"if your grandmother's cough has changed from dry to ""productive"" (that is she is coughing up gunk from her lungs) then i'd suggest you take her back to the doctor. older people are more susceptible to getting pneumonia so you'll want to have a doctor rule that out. if your grandmother is running a fever (101f or higher) you should seek immediate medical attention at an urgent care facility or the emergency room. this combination of symptoms could signal an infection -- again like pneumonia. meanwhile try to help your grandmother stay hydrated by encouraging her to drink fluids. good hydration will help keep those secretions thinner and less sticky so she can cough them up more easily. if your grandmother is being treated for high blood pressure or congestive heart failure don't push an extreme amount of fluids. in general several glasses of water a day should be all right though. wishing you both the best!"
cycling effecting erections (60% previous hardness) after endurance race (24hrs non-stop). saddle pointed slightly up. male 27 years old fit and healthy. recently i have been doing a lot of road cycling (weekly 100-150km rides/races). i recently participated in a 24hr. non-stop. 'endurance' challenge of 300 miles (~3 weeks ago now). since this i've been unable to achieve a 'full' erection (with my gf or by myself) and am experiencing a dull ache at the base of my penis. apparently my saddle was pointing up slightly-i'm concerned i may have caused permanent damage. any insight would be greatly appreciated.,i have no way to determine if you have permanent damage (since i can't examine you) but my guess would be that your body will heal. when? there is really no way to guess when this might happen. i would suggest that you see a urologist if this problem does not self-correct in a few more weeks of rest (not endurance cycling). it is okay to use it.
is it safe for the baby to be born at 22 weeks? . my friend is in the hospital on bed rest she is 22 weeks pregnant and the baby wants to come out. will the baby survive if he comes out now?,hi see answer above.
23 year old woman suffers from numbness and pins/needles down one side of her body?,that could be either a brain related or spinal cord related issue a mri of brain and sc is necessary … cervical disc lesion is also a possibility
a dr. has recommended four surgeries be done at the same time is this too much?,this is fine to get those surgeries done all at once. clinically yhdy are usually done together in case. do not worry. try to strength your pelvic floor muscles through keggels exercises. thanks
my child fell and his gums bled a little and then stopped. now his tooth has turned gray. what should i do?,whenever a child experiences a traumatic mouth injury get them to the dentist asap. now that an injury is evident it is imperative to get there as soon as possible.
can caffeine cause a false positive on a drug test? . a client of mine tested positive today for amphetamines using a 10 panel urine dip test. is it possible he had a false positive? he claims to take tylenol with caffeine for migraines every morning.,a positive test for amphetamines will not be falsely influenced by caffeine or acetaminophen. there is another reason. most likely that your client took an amphetamine or a medications containing a similar drug but it isn't this one.
can i get pregnant by another man? . me and my boyfriend have been going out for over 2 years and we have never used protection yet i have never become pregnant. i think i ovulate but never gone to specialist we got in a fight and i had sex with a friend. we used a condom the first time then 15 minutes later sex again no protection. he did pull out. my question is if my boyfriend could not get me pregnant in 2 years is it possible that my friend can get me pregnant this month? i do not want my friends baby,"it is a little too late to worry about hat now. unless it was in the last 12 hours or so and you can take the ""morning after"" pill. in a relationship where no pregnancy has occured one or both of you may be responsible for the lack of conception. having unprotected sex with any man opens the possibilities again so yes your friend could get you pregnant. only time will tell so you may need to do a few home pregnancy tests if you do not have your regular period."
when i wake up i feel stomach aches super hot muscle soreness headaches/migraines constant hacking and sweating.,hi do you eat too much gluten or protien + fats the night before your morning sickness? it can be aseptic meningitis if it has only been less than 2 weeks since symptoms started
what are the emotional and physical feelings associated with lupus?,the feelings associated with lupus can have multiple causes including: outward effects of the disease or its treatment. visible problems such as a facial rash or weight gain from corticosteroids used to treat lupus can affect your physical appearance and self-esteem. work and activity limitations. pain fatigue and other symptoms can make it difficult to do things you once enjoyed. the disease or its treatment may make it necessary to cut back at work or even leave your job completely. this can affect the pleasure you get from your job your sense of purpose and even your income. pain fatigue and other physical symptoms. simply living with pain and other symptoms every day can wear you down. emotionally this can lead to frustration and feelings of hopelessness. social isolation. when you feel bad or use all of your energy just to get through the day social activities may be among the first things to go. concerns about changes in your appearance may also cause you to withdraw. uncertainty about the future. having a chronic unpredictable disease can cause uncertainty and anxiety. you may wonder how the disease will progress whether you will be able to stay independent or how you will manage physically and financially. difficulty with family relationships. having a chronic illness like lupus may make it difficult to take care of your home or family the way you would like to or feel you should. because the disease may come and go and often shows no outward signs your family may not understand why you can’t do the things you used to do. they may even question whether your disease is all in your head.
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periods late by two weeks test was negative had unprotected sex in fertile window when should i take another test? . my period is going on two weeks late. my husband and i took a test and it came back negative. we had unprotected sex during my fertile window and was wondering when i can/should take another test.,hi wait until you have missed your next period then do a test then or get your doctor to do one for you. good luck
"yeast infection help. so i've had problems ""down there"" the past few months. first it started with a uti (urinary tract infection) and it was horrible. i drank a whole thing of cranberry juice because i know that helps a lot. and for about the past 2 weeks now i've been making myself drink nothing but water and maybe lemonade. but i've been staying away from soda. now currently i have a yeast infection. i'm just getting very annoyed that i keep having problems like this. what can i do to prevent both of these?",i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. girl problems can be very annoying! have you actually had your yeast infection diagnosed by a medical professional? as i'm sure you know many conditions can produce symptoms that feel and look like a yeast infection. for example bacterial vaginosis comes to mind -- and that conditions requires treatment with antibiotics. sexually transmitted infections also can mimic symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection. so it's important for you to get a definitive diagnosis before you try any interventions. if in fact you are experiencing a yeast infection then there are many over-the-counter treatments for it as well as a prescription oral medication. you can try any of those. you also can try these tips for avoiding a vaginal yeast infection: don't douche. this can disrupt the balance of natural bacteria inside the vagina. let your crotch breathe. don't wear garments that restrict air flow to your nether regions. perpetual dampness of the vulvar area can promote an overgrowth of yeast. don't sleep in your underwear. when you have a bowel movement always wipe from front to back. a common cause of both utis and yeast infections is contamination by fecal material due to poor hygiene techniques. in other words if you transfer poop toward your vagina and urethra it can cause infections. don't allow your sex partner to insert anything in your anus and then insert it in your vagina. again this can transfer fecal matter to an area where it causes problems. eat products (like certain yogurts) that contain live acidophilus cultures or take an acidophilus supplement. this may help both your gut and your vagina maintain a proper balance of flora (bacteria) for good health. get your blood sugar levels checked. chronic vaginal yeast infections may be a sign of undiagnosed diabetes or pre-diabetes. by the way did you get your uti properly diagnosed? only antibiotics can clear up a urinary tract infection. the studies remain cloudy regarding whether cranberry actually helps the symptoms a uti or not but it certainly won't cure one. wishing you well!
query about taking statins. dear webmd. i am 46 little over weight but a good exerciser and total vegetarian. even than my cholestrol remains high. my doctor prescribed lipirex 10 mg per day. usually around one week my values come down well within normal. after that i usually stop medication on my own. on rechecking after about a month the values are back to high again. do i have to take the medication for life? i have no heart disease but a strong family history of heart disease. . thanks. faisal,"yes. you have to take statins for life. life style changes are necessary but dont solve your cholesterol problem. there seems to be mystery behind the cholesterol theory of artery blockages. i believe statiins reduce inflammation of coronary arteries and reduce the chances for cholesterol to stick to artery walls. that statins reduce ldl is incidental. web md has not thrown any light on this shady area. i wish they say some thing on the ""cholesterol myth""."
what is considered a high fever for a 13 year old and how many days should it last before calling the dr? . been taking tylenol to bring it down but it goes back up between 102-103. been like this for 4 days.,hi sorry but if that was my child now would be the time for a doctor call the fever could something that needs attention now. good luck
circumcision as a cure for bed wetting. we are currently living in a developing country. our 12-year-old son wets his bed almost every night. we used to have a beeper that would trigger when he was starting to urinate at night but the device broke down and we cannot get one here. it seemed effective though. . now a phycisian here suggests to perform a circumcision in order to solve the bed wetting issue. i'm wondering if this really is a standard solution and if there is scientific research proving this?,"ridiculous! most of the men and boys on this planet are uncircumcised. just the way god made them. uncircumcised boys do not wet the bed more than circumcised boys and going through this unnecessary and painful procedure for a 12-year old is not a cure for his bedwetting. the only exception would be if his foreskin was so tight that he is having difficulty urinating and his foreskin is ""ballooning"" from trapped urine when he pees. even then there are ways of fixing a tight foreskin without circumcision. there are medications that can help. assuming you can get them in your country. that can really really help. desmopressin (ddavp) is what i have used for years for bedwetting and in my opinion works like a charm in the vast majority of bedwetters. one major cause of bedwetting is the lack of adh (anti-diuretic hormone). a hormone that reduces the amount of urine that is produced at night. if a young boy does not have enough of this natural hormone the body will continue to produce urine at the same rate is day-time. not something that is desirable. desmopressin replaces this hormone. clearly his doctor is suggesting a surgery and i absolutely do not agree with this unorthodox approach. consider seeing a child endocrinologist. even if you have to travel to a larger city or at least suggest desmopressin as a non-surgical approach. your son needs help. bedwetting is embarrassing and it is not his fault."
what other drugs interact badly with proton pump inhibitors?,this is a class effect and it's really important that patients understand that they need to use one pharmacy get to know their pharmacist on a first name basis and have a medication list which lists all of their medications that they are taking; both over-the-counter herbals vitamins as well as prescriptions. this class can interact with certain antibiotics it can interact with certain blood thinners so it's going to be really important that we know all the other medicines that people are taking. nowadays a lot of people don't use just one pharmacy. so help out the pharmacist we are looking out for your safety. if a drug interaction is possible if the pharmacy can get a hold of it quickly like basically know what other meds you are on intercept it and then call the doctor we can get you switched to something that won't interact and therefore you will be okay. so once again it's that essential communication that information that we need to help the pharmacist do our jobs so we can help you.
i have marfan syndrome. because of this i have 3 different heart problems and various other related health issues. i have been denied health insurance and medicaid and even county indigent. will i be able to get health insurance under obamacare? and will i be able to afford it?,yes you will be able to get health insurance under the law. no longer can insurers deny coverage to anyone because of a pre-existing health condition. they also cannot charge you more for coverage because of the state of your health. with regard to costs if you live in a state expanding its medicaid program it sounds like there's a good chance you'll qualify for a tax credit when you buy insurance through the new online marketplaces scheduled to go live october 1 2013. this will lower the cost of your health plan. and if you make no more than about $29 000 a year you may also qualify for reduced out-of-pocket costs for medical treatment. check out the cost calculator on webmd's health insurance page to get an idea of what you'll qualify for.
what are some four-month developmental milestones?,at four months of age many babies will start to laugh and squeal adding to the happiness of your day. their hands tend to be more open (and less fisted) so they will be interested in reaching for objects and may try to bring it to their mouths. if they get enough tummy time you should expect to see your 4 month old attempt to roll from front to back. at 4 months babies are much more social and you will notice that they are generally happier when they are upright and can see what is going on. you may notice that feedings take longer if there are a lot of distractions like older brothers and sisters playing in the same room. .
do i have gynecomastia or just puffy nipples? . i've had puffy nipples since middle school and i'm now a high school senior. lately i've been reading up on it because its honestly just frustrating not being comfortable to just wear one shirt or go swimming. i'm 5'8'' and 140 and in relatively good shape. i don't really enlarged breasts its just my nipples. i've heard it could be a mild form of gynecomastia. will it go away? should i see a doctor?,you will need to see your doctor to confirm if you have adolescent gyencomastia or not. if you do know that this is very common. and it will eventually just go away in the vast number of young men. as a matter of fact i have only had one. out of thousands of patients. to be referred for corrective surgery. it is possible that you just have prominent nipples and not gynecomastia. this may not go away so if this is your diagnosis you would have to consider a cosmetic surgery to correct it.
suffering from anxiety attacks which are of a sudden onset. i am a schizophrenia and heart attack patient.,i assume that you are having good life with current medicines baring anxiety attacks. the possible reason for your anxiety attacks are: current medication- can you outline the onset of anxiety attacks after starting one or another medication that you are taking currently. part of schizophrenic illness- if you have these attacks irrespective of medication status that it is likely that these are the part of your schizophrenic illness. withdrawal effect of one or another drug- if you are inconsistent in taking your medicine then this reason is a strong possibility. the duration of anxiety attacks is one of the strong factor that determines the diagnosis. before we proceed for medication or treatment of these attacks you are requested to post more information about it. you can also book for an online phone or video chat consultation so the problem can be evaluated in detail. please provide the following details: duration of anxiety problem. frequency of problem. course over years or months. any association (decrease or increase) with current medication. duration of each episode. preceding factor to anxiety episodes. used coping skills by you. magnitude to which your life affected by anxiety attacks. any sleep problem palpitations dryness of mouth tremor restlessness. at this moment my advice is to shift the aripiprazole to morning time and continue the rest of the medicines. consult a psychiatrist online with the above mentioned details. ---><link>
which is worse gonorrhea or trich?,"do you get to choose? i would say that gonorrhea -- a bacterial infection that can cause a very serious infection in women -- would top my list as being the worst of the two but trichomonas - a parasite -- is not that pleasant to have on board either. both are in the ""nasty"" column."
im having lower back pains and im having pains in my pelvic area and i am leaking urine for no reason. . i have to use the restroom about every hour. i feel sick every time i wake up. i have no idea whats going on. i have never had a kid before. i dont know what kind of doctor i need to see!,hi sounds like you could with strengthening you pelvic floor up you do this with kedgels it just a very simple exercise just google kegel exercise you will find all the info you need. do hope this helps. good luck
can my 10yr old take amoxicillin and also an otc also? . can my 10yr old take amoxicillin and also an otc also? she started out with an sore throat the 1stday which i gave her amoxicillin the next day and now today she has been sneezing no coughs only runny nose and i would like to give her pediacare multi symptom colds w/actphn.,self medicating is not advisable. better consult your doctor before starting any medication for your child.
i am full time college student want to lose some weight been having anxiety attacks. is it still okay to exercise? . when i told my parents about it my mom asked me if i am getting enough air through my ribs. i did not know. . . the best discriptions to descripe what i was feeling is that it felt like my ribs are crushing in me. . . i am way over weight and want to have a better lifestyle and start exercising. . i am wondering if it would be okay to exercise consider my past with anxiety attacks. . . my record of anxiety attacks counts as 4 or 5 from august to december,exercise is a great way to deal with anxiety issues! when i was in college i was diagnosed with anxiety issues and my therapist suggested that i start taking daily walks. they helped me not only have time each day to clear my head and calm my anxiety but also helped me discover the joys of walking as a form of exercise. i'm not sure what your comments about the ribs mean but if you are concerned about it you should see a doctor or go to student health for free.
is a bath safe when you have a yeast infection and pregnant,i would not recommend it. i believe that it would irritate you more because you are actually sitting in whatever bacteria or dirt that you may have on you. it is also better to use soaps or shower gels that are fragrance free. hope this helps
can being over weight cause arthritis in your feet?,while excess weight doesn't necessarily cause arthritis in places like your feet it can exacerbate it or make it progress in a more rapid fashion. excess weight puts additional stress on joints making arthritis symptoms worse. losing weight will not cure arthritis but it can help slow down the progression of the disease. for more details on how this works see this webmd article. weight bearing joints like knee and ankle are most likely affected by arthritis. being overweight is a known risk factor of arthritis and even putting on 10 pounds may worsen the arthritis. while treating arthritis in obese and overweight individuals weight loss is considered as an important strategy.
as of lately i noticed a sudden weight lost(13lbs) i am always tired/sleeping even after sleeping a great amount. i am a petite 22 year old female. i never had such issues until recently. i sleep great amounts and yet i still feel very tired. especially when i do eat. i lost a total of 13lbs and i have no idea how. sometimes i do not even have an appetite. i also noticed a slight numb feeling on my right toe. at night i have trouble sleeping as well.,i'm sorry you're going through this and hope you feel better soon. i strongly advise you see your primary care provider as soon as possible to diagnose what is going on. it could simply be that you're young and working a lot and don't have time to eat. or it could be a symptom of a larger condition that needs to be treated. unfortunately it's impossible to diagnose something like this from the internet. you need a physical exam and possibly some blood work to find out what's going on. you deserve to be treated if appropriate and live a full life. age 22 should be the prime of your life! i hope this helps.
for the last month i have had pain on both sides of my ribs on the back side?,hi this can occur due to intercostal nerve pain. take analgesics methycobal tablets. apply local analgesic sprays and do hot fomentation. if this does not help then get a chest xray ap view. thanks
can you get yeast infection from sweating when you exercise,hi i hope your a female it does seem that there is a good chance of getting yeast infections from sweating during exercise but you could try taking a warn sea salt bath if the is giving you problems sea salt is a good fighter for yeast infections. you can also google yeast infection and sea salt your find lots of info. do hope this helps you and your problem. good luck
my wife is pregnant and her doctor recommended an omega-3 supplement. are all omega-3 supplements mercury-free?,i would be very careful with this and actually advise you to double check with the doctor and ask why he wants this supplement. omega-3 is pregnancy category c which means we do not have enough data available and that the risks versus the benefits must be carefully evaluated. it's better to be safe than sorry.
how soon after a baby is born can you take him on an airplane?,it is often recommended to limit a newborn's exposure to potential infection during the first 4 - 8 weeks of life. for this reason alone it may be best to wait until your baby is 6-8 weeks old. waiting until after a month not only reduces some of the concerns asociated with exposure to infection but nursing may be better established as will the baby's routine. i have read that airlines will not allow a baby to fly that is less than 1 week old. i have also read some health care professionals say that babies as young as 2 weeks old can fly if needed. however since women are at increased risk for blood clots following delivery it may be best to wait a little while longer than 1 or 2 weeks for both mother's health and the baby's health. bottom line: if there is a compelling need to fly with your baby it can be done very early but you are likely best off waiting for at least 4 - 8 weeks. you should confer with your pediatrician for advice and check with your airline for their regulations as well.
why do i black female adult react negatively to eggs and peanuts after years of consumption? . recent allergy test of my blood resulted in no adverse reaction to anything. . when i eat scrambled boiled eggs i get nauseous faint and weak. recovery takes about two days of rest and lots of water. peanuts cause severe cramping and gas. i'm immobilized about 15 minutes. improvement begins when i expel the gas. i have enjoyed these food items for many years and am baffled by my sudden intolerance. i have no other notable ailments and am in excellent health for a 66 year old black female.,hi rose doing some reading your blood test for allergy’s did you get a reading for cholesterol? i wonder if eggs are spiking your cholesterol its just a thought but well worth looking into it could also be something to do with being black there some other things that affects black people and people from the mediterra’nean countries. so peanuts read this it may help you it sounds very much like you. an allergic reaction occurs when your immune system sees a normally harmless substance as foreign and attacks it. in addition to the common symptoms associated with allergies -- such as itching hives a runny nose and sneezing -- food allergies can also cause intestinal problems. common digestion-related symptoms that stem from food allergies include nausea cramping diarrhea bloating and vomiting. severe symptoms of a food allergy can include chest pain shortness of breath and throat constriction. peanuts and tree nuts such as almonds and pecans are one of the most common causes of allergic reactions according to the american academy of allergy asthma & immunology. do hope this helps you. good luck
does percocet cause weight gain,no percocet does not cause weight gain.
37 weeks pregnant is it okay to drink caster oil to induce labor,hi. castor oil is definitely good for health no doubt but at this stage of pregnancy and hardly 1-2 weeks remaining you should not take any chances. consult a doctor. get a recent usg scan to look for placental maturity and amount of amniotic fluid. depending on this you can get admitted in hospital and get induction under medical supervision. its risky to induce at home. thanks
is low blood pressure bad for your health?,it may not be bad for your health per se but be mindful of side effects. dizziness and blackouts. as someone who has had countless episodes triggers include; standing up too quickly standing for long periods extended time outdoors on a hot day & over exertion.
how long do sperm live on clothing. bf comed in his under ware around noon and then put them on the floor. around 10 pm i picked them up threw them down the laundry shoot and then changed my tampon. i didn't wash my hands after touching the under ware. could i've gotten pregnant?,hi in the right conditions and hour at most. so your safe and now take a deep breath and go phew. good luck
hurts to take deep breathe pain around belly button and pain under ribs. what is this? . this pain just started on monday. i thought it was just indigestion so i started taking a upset stomach reliever it's now next monday and it's still there but i went to the er on saturday and they said that my blood tests and lab tests came back normal xrays looked okay. the pain is a bit under my ribs and it hurts to take deep breaths and it's now starting to burn a little bit when i pee. what's wrong with me? . the doctor at the er also prescribed prilosec which i have been taking.,thank you for the response i don't know if that will work though. i mean it's been happening since last monday. <negative_smiley>(
i have had 5 surgeries i am in constant pain.,hi this seems to be related to a hormonal disturbance affecting the whole body system. i recommend you to get thyroid parathyroid and kidney funtion tests done. take anti inflammatory and calcium / vitamin d supplements. thanks
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of thyroid?,if overdose is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. symptoms of overdose may include: fast/pounding/irregular heartbeat loss of consciousness confusion seizures.
are there any over the counter cough meds that are safe in the 3rd trimester to use?,when it comes to any medication -- over the counter or prescription -- you need to call your obstetrician's office for patient-specific advice and recommendations. i can assure you that they have had this question before. while many ob's have prescribed codeine-containing cough suppressants others will not use them. honey is a good cough suppressant too. and considered safe if store-bought and purified. the real question might be the underlying reason for your cough. that maybe something you should investigate before treating it.
my 12 yr old daughter had a lot of blood gush out yesterday but nothing since then could this be her period starting? . she has never had any discharge or bleeding before and out of nowhere this gush of bright red blood came out everywhere. she has not had anything since then could she be starting menstruation? i thought that it would last a few days if it was?,maybe. if she is well into puberty (breast development pubic hair etc. ) but certainly there are other causes. accidental straddle-type injuries can cause vaginal or hymen tears. some virginal hymens are nearly imperforate (little or no opening) and an injury could have caused a rupture. this sensitive area is rich in blood supply so bleeding can be concerning. it may be wise to have her examined by her medical provider (hopefully someone who is sensitive and caring and will not cause her undue embarrassment). ask her about possible injuries and sadly ask if anyone has touched her inappropriately. most of the time however these sudden bleeding episodes are trauma but if they occur again in a cycle. this could have been her first period.
my eyes are red burning sensation and there swollen and red. tryed allerga with no help?,i worked at an eye doctors office. you need to see an eye doctor and stop using over the counter stuff. we see this alot and most of the time it's dry eye or an eye infection. your eyes are important really see an eye doctor!
can miralax cause blood in the urine. i have blood in the urine and take miralax every other day. was wondering if anyone ever had blood in their urine from taking it.,no. miralax (a stool softener) does not cause hematuria (blood in the urine).
im 27 and ive had almost all of the symptoms since i was about 6 years old could it be possible i have hypothyroidism?,"yes it's possible. lots of people have it. has a doctor checked you and said you don't have it? if that's so many people can be in the low end of the ""normal"" range and have all the symptoms yet the medical guidelines won't allow the doctor to treat the problem unless it gets worse. it might be worthwhile to ask for a referral to a good endocrinologist if medical treatment is available."
headaches for a week. and three days ago my right eye vision became blurry. my headaches are always on my right side. . i've been getting headaches for the past week now sometimes its tolerable others are unbearable. pain meds help for a couple hours then its back. everytime i get a headache its always located on my right side of my head no where else. and just three days ago i woke up and my vision in my right eye is blurry. from the distance i cant make out the object if i cover my left eye. but up close i can sorta make it out it.,most helpful answer you need to see a medical professional for a thorough examination. there are many different types of headaches. while migraines tend to be one-sided getting a proper diagnosis with the type of headache you have is very important when it comes to determining an effective treatment. because you are having visual issues your medical provider or neurologist may also want you to see a eye specialist.
i’ve had unbearable earache for 8 weeks now! need second opinion?,most probably it is an ear canal infection you need to get antibiotic course. also to get examined by ent. do you have spinning or dizziness? discharges? or itching?
what is atherosclerosis?,"atherosclerosis -- hardening and narrowing of the arteries -- gets a lot of bad press with good reason. this progressive process silently and slowly blocks arteries putting blood flow at risk. atherosclerosis is the usual cause of heart attacks strokes and peripheral vascular disease -- what together are called ""cardiovascular disease. "" cardiovascular disease is the no. 1 killer in america with more than 800 000 deaths in 2005."
is stomach flu contagious?,"while it's commonly called the ""stomach flu "" viral gastroenteritis has nothing to do with the actual flu. cramps diarrhea and vomiting are the hallmarks of highly contagious gastroenteritis which gains notoriety when it tears through cruise ships conventions etc. symptoms appear one or two days after exposure to the virus which is carried in the stool of an infected person. failure to wash hands after using the bathroom and before handling food or touching surfaces spreads contamination. several types of viruses are the culprits and they tend to target certain age groups. adults are most vulnerable to the norwalk variety. children are more commonly affected by the rotavirus. but remember anyone can catch it so wash your hands."
i have been experiencing upper right abdominal pain on a daily basis for 5 months no solution from doctor?,in my opinion this pain can be gastritis or hiatal hernia …an exact diagnosis can be done through upper gastroscopy. nexium can help in this case but you need to see a gi for exact diagnosis … avoid caffeine. chocolates citrus foods and fatty foods. lose weight and exercise as you can.
had tendinitis in my wrist for the past few years now have a ganglion cyst as well?,hi yes you can use it but do not apply too much pressure on it. doing so will aggravate the symptoms. apply a compression bandage around the affected area. thanks
i have unexplained acute onset of tingling in both my legs nerve test shows no problem?,from your history i don’t think that there is something clear enough can diagnose a specific case tingling in the arms goes away by changing position is nothing serious then vitamin b deficiency. the old tingling you have been suffering from yes almost caused by hypertension and i recommend doing lipid profile analysis to test 4 arterial changes you can also try doing an x-ray of the cervical region
if i have genital herpes can i give it to someone else by sharing a washer or dryer with them?,no. you can wash your clothes together if you want.
lumps on breasts thoracic spine and shoulder blades sore could i have breast cancer?,it may be multiple fibroadenomas that is usually benign. other possibility is of blocked lactating ducts that may cause accumulated milk feel like lumps in breast. get mammogram done to confirm. mri of breast is recommended
what is this cold going around! i've been sick for over a week now and just lost my voice last night. any remedies? . it started with a scratchy throat runny nose plugged ears and cough. i have had it for over a week and now it has moved down i to my chest making it hard to breathe. it's a raspy feeling when i inhale and now i have lost my voice and sound like a bad squeak toy. help! any remedies to get through this,"there are over 200 known viruses that cause a cold and those cold symptoms and each person reacts differently. you can have more than one of those viruses at the same time. colds last a week and there are not remedies that have been scientifically proven to shorten that course. assuming you do not develop a secondary infection you should be feeling better soon. all of those cold medications are for controlling those annoying symptoms but they will not ""cure"" anything."
i have some scars in my nose that are irritating a lot of bleeding every day?,keep the nasal mucosa moist. maintain good hydration. check for bleeding disorders. get bleeding time and clotting time done. get a scopy done to examine for any other underlying pathologies
how do i do a sperm count without ejaculation,you can't. you can't do a urine analysis without peeing or a blood analysis without blood.
i had energy supplements now feeling dizzy and passed out today?,you should check with your physician to rule out side effects of drugs that you are taking. if it is drug induced then dose titration or changing the drugs can help in resolving the symptoms. hope this helps. regards.
can low testosterone levels be treated while i continue to smoke cigarettes?,hi testosterone levels high or low are not directly related to smoking habits. so u need not worry. you seem to be in a lot of stress. destressing yourself will help. thanks
i had maxillofacial surgery and have metal plates in my face. can i receive laser hair removal on my chin and lip area?,your prior history should be taken in to account. a thorough exam of your face by your maxillofacial surgeon should exclude any potential problems (infection or loose plates) below your skin surface. once this information is determined you should be able to proceed with laser hair removal. for extra caution first laser only a small test area.
what test are done in a physical? do they do drug screens? . i have to get a physical for my insurance company (bcbsi) and have never had one. i just want to know what they check. i am a 37 yr old female.,"i don't know what tests will be required but many insurance companies do require urine and blood tests. some will require a drug screen not just for illegal drugs but for other medications. there are no ""routine"" tests -- every insurance company is different so you do have the right to know what they will require."
is novacaine used in gum graft surgery?,most likely. an injectable anesthetic like lidocaine (like novacaine) is used for most dental procedures requiring surgery but you would need to ask the dentist first-hand what he/she will be using.
i od meth 3 days ago but still feel 'off'. if an overdose kills someone does it only occur immediately? . i am concerned because i am not sure if how i feel is withdrawal or something potentially fatal. like maybe slow kidney failure is that possible days later? i am periodically a little shaking throat feels a little tight my heartbeat seems a tad off and a little tight temperature is 96. 5 my comprehension is somewhat distracted (e. g. when reading textbooks).,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this and hope you get treatment so you get off the meth for good. what a wonderful holiday gift that would be to yourself and your loved ones! a methamphetamine overdose can cause serious medical problems that linger for a long time. because methamphetamine overdose can cause abnormally high blood pressure it's possible for a person to suffer a major or minor stroke kidney problems and heart dysrythmias. the effects of any of these things can linger for some time. (and i barely scratched the surface in terms of the damage a methamphetamine overdose can do to a body. ) if you did not receive medical treatment for your meth overdose i strongly suggest you seek medical attention now. a physical exam can help identify if your overdose caused any permanent medical problems. i wish you peace. from one user to another. i am trying to quit. i've been in your shoes. i thought my heart was gonna explode a month ago. i strongly suggest help. rehab. anything. please don't let this drug destroy you. i hope you can find recovery and wish you the best.
is dog pink eye contagious to humans,"not all forms of ""pink eye"" is contagious such as allergy or chemical irritants. not knowing the cause of your dog's pink eye i really don't know if the pathogen is contagious to you or not so it would be wise to wash your hands carefully after administering the eye drops to the dog (assuming the dog is under treatment). in the vast majority of cases you will not get pink eye from the dog."
what are some early symptoms of pregnancy?,here are some common early signs of pregnancy. it's important to keep in mind that the symptoms may be caused by other things besides being pregnant. so the fact that you notice some of these symptoms does not necessarily mean you are pregnant. the only way to tell for sure is with a pregnancy test. spotting and cramping. breast changes. fatigue. nausea (morning sickness). missed period.
what if someone is pregnant how does that person get treated for mono? how do i help my children?,hi as with any illness in pregnancy if you have symptoms you should consult your doctor. your doctor will need to confirm the diagnosis with a lab test. while there is usually no threat to the baby the doctor will want to monitor your condition. your fever will need to be controlled since an extremely high fever can be dangerous to the baby. there is no cure for mono. treatment includes rest managing the fever and preventing dehydration. this is important especially during pregnancy. it is normal to experience a decrease in your appetite when you are sick but it’s important to be sure your baby is getting the nutrients and fluids he needs. do hope this helps you. good luck
i have shingles and the rash is on my left buttock and also on my left labia. is this an uncommon area for this? <negative_smiley>. i didn't know that was what is was so i didn't go to the dr. for a week and the rash had been there for several days. when i started having fever and headache around my eyes i went and he diagnosed it as shingles. the pain is much worse today and i am feeling flu like symptoms. how many days can i expect the pain to last? it hurts so bad to sit!,common area? no but herpes zoster (shingles) follows a nerve pathway so this painful infection can occur in this area. hopefully your doctor prescribed the appropriate anti-herpetic viral medications for you. these are quite helpfu. pain medication is also important since this can last a while longer. how long? it would not be possible to make an accurate prediction since this is really up to your immune system but i would expect that you would be considerably improved in a week (if you had the antiviral medication). the fever headache and flu-like symptoms are typical of shingles so hang in there.
what are the symptoms of eczema?,no matter which part of the skin is affected eczema is almost always itchy. sometimes the itching will start before the rash appears but when it does [appear] the rash most commonly occurs on the face knees hands or feet. it may also affect other areas as well. affected areas usually appear very dry thickened or scaly. in fair-skinned people these areas may initially appear reddish and then turn brown. among darker-skinned people eczema can affect pigmentation making the affected area lighter or darker. in infants the itchy rash can produce an oozing crusting condition that occurs mainly on the face and scalp but patches may appear anywhere.
hi i am a 28 year old female. i have had a pea sized lump near anus have had as long as can remember. painless unchanged. skin colored soft but not completely. seems attached to skin but not really under it. have had looked at and drs said was nothing concerning and one couldn't understand why i would want removed. i have hemmeroids but this doesn't seem the same. want to know what it could be? first noticed it when i was about 10,it may just be an innocent skin tag (quite common) but unfortunately this would require an examination to confirm. a description is really not sufficient to make a blind diagnosis. next time ask your medical professional during an examination in this area.
at 29 i still bite and pick at my fingernails. what can i do to quit this habit?,your first goal is to determine if there underlying reasons for your habit. potential issues can range from an obsessive compulsive disorder to stress. severe nail biting can lead to serious health risks. bacteria can be transferred from your hands to your mouth. i would suggest that you consider an evaluation with a qualified psychotherapist and if there are secondary medical problems from the biting (such as an infection) your dermatologist can treat them. often a team approach can be effective for complex issues. i had the same problem until my late 20's. a friend invited me to a nail salon & i had the acrylic nails put on for fun. i actually tried to bite & pick at those too! every month or so i would go back & have my nails touched up. as time went by i noticed that i had stopped biting my nails. i still get manicures but i stopped getting the acrylic nails. it has been at least 5 years now since i have stopped bitting my nails.
pain in knee hip right leg. need key-hole surgery?,surgery is not the ideal solution for your case as you must treat the underlying condition which can be meniscial injury or acl injury or other. in all cases physical therapy should be given a try before proceeding to aspiration. try kinesiotaping for lymphatic drainage.
can cankor sores result in ear pain? . i seem to have a cankor sore that only shows up on the right side of my tungue and my right ear always seems to be in pain at the same time. this has occured at least three times.,because of nerve pathway medical problems in the mouth may cause pain to be referred to the ear.
what are the symptoms of gallbladder isues,gallbladder problems have become increasingly common due in part to our fattier diets. i hope you're not suffering from any gallbladder issues! the gallbladder is a small sac located near the liver. its job is to produce bile that helps break down any fats we eat. usually the gallbladder functions flawlessly throughout the course of our life. sometimes however stones build up and block the passage of bile out of the gallbladder. that's when the fun begins. the symptoms of a gallbladder attack (gallstones) can include: pain in your stomach pain in the upper-right part of your abdomen pain that radiates from the upper-right part of the abdomen to the shoulder or upper back yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes fever and chills not everyone will experience all of these symptoms. also pain from a gallbladder attack can range from mild to severe. everyone's case is different. if you're experiencing a fever chills and yellowing of the whites of your eyes or skin you should seek immediate medical attention. if your symptoms are less severe schedule an appointment with your primary care provider to discuss testing that can be done to assess whether or not you're having a problem with gallstones. i wish you all the best! i was told i had sludge now it is a constant pain in my upper right side under my rib. it is happening more often now and last a few minutes to half an hr.
is hpv found in all cases of cervical cancer?,no. just most of them.
are my semen analysis results good enough to have a child?,in my opinion your test is okay ph is slightly high progressive movement is border line normal morphology is less than required your problems can easly be fixed by medications after your doctor identify the problem via hormone tests
do vitamins expire?,yes. all vitamins should have an expiration date listed on the bottle. if you think your bottle is too old purchase a new bottle and write the date that you purchased it with a black marker on the bottle. rule of thumb: don’t keep vitamins longer than a year.
what increases the risk of getting cataracts?,risk factors for cataracts include: age. getting older is a major risk factor for cataracts. family history (genetics). people with a family history of cataracts are more likely to have cataracts. people with certain genetic disorders may also have an increased risk for cataracts. some chronic diseases increase the risk for cataracts. keeping these diseases under control may help lower your risk of developing cataracts: diabetes. people with diabetes are at increased risk for cataracts. damage to the lens of the eye results from persistent high blood sugar (glucose) levels. 1 glaucoma. surgery to treat glaucoma may raise the risk of cataracts. other things that increase your risk include: smoking. people who smoke are more likely to develop cataracts. smoking may damage the lens of the eye by leading to the formation of chemicals called free radicals. high levels of free radicals can damage cells including those in the lens of the eye. infection during pregnancy. if a woman has certain infections during pregnancy such as rubella or chickenpox the baby may develop a cataract before birth. ultraviolet (uv) light exposure. ultraviolet b (uvb) is related to cataract development. studies have shown that high lifetime exposure to ultraviolet light as in those whose occupations result in regular exposure to sunlight leads to an increased chance of developing cataracts. 1 alcohol use. some studies show that heavy drinking may increase the risk of cataracts. 1 long-term use and higher doses of steroid medicines. long-term use of high doses of steroid medicines for conditions such as asthma or emphysema increases a person's risk of developing cataracts. 1 high triglycerides. one study suggested that elevated levels of triglycerides a form of fat that can accumulate in the walls of your arteries may increase the risk of cataracts in men. 2 webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
46 year old male had stroke on right side of brain…now another stroke?,dont think this is another stroke. dont worry. a simple cerebral oedema can cause these symptoms. consult a neurologist
i have a gouge on the mid-tip of my thumb;a piece the flesh is gone; it keeps bleeding no pain. how do i treat it? . thumb was caught in the metal prongs of a wine opener and pulled the skin off. it does not look like a stich is possible as the laceration is more like a hole. when i remove the bandage it still bleeds and i am unable to put any ointment on the wound. it was done at 35 000 feet in the air; i work as a flight attendant.,"since you message is two hours old now (webmd answers is not an emergency response service! ) i suspect the bleeding has stopped by now. in most cases these avulsion-type cuts will bleed quite freely but steady pressure/compression on the wound (without peeking! ) for at least ten minutes or so should suffice. compression and time will allow these tiny severed blood vessels to close. once the bleeding has stopped you can inspect your wound to see if suturing is requiried. if so you have have an 8 hour or so ""window"" to have this done. if the flap of skin has been completely severed and the wound is small it should heal and new skin will cover the area. if the flap is hanging on and is pink (means it has a viable blood supply) allow this piece to cover the wound and it may re-graft. obviously without seeing it it is difficult to offer you patient-specific advice."
i am ballet dancer have slightly fractured ankle should i have surgery?,i think surgery is going to be a mess. the fracture and the partially torn ligament can heal with casting for 6-8 weeks period and getting some analgesics and anti inflammatory drugs. after this you can start weight bearing partially with physiotherapy till you gain full range and power. thanks. and i wish this helps you.
i had a reaction to one of the lipsticks i was using. my lips are very sore and have a burning sensation. what to use. i had some kind of reaction on my lips to one of the glosses or lipsticks i was using. my lips are very sore and when i try to apply lipstick they really burn. i think they are irritated. what can i use on them so they will get better. i keep using the medex for lips which usually helps but am having a hard time getting them cleared up. help i am desperate. hate going without lipstick.,you will need to go without lipstick until your symptoms abate. if you think it was a reaction don't use this one again. wash your lips off carefully with mild soap and water and apply some 1% hydrocortisone ointment. your lips will look shiny (like vaseline) but it should help that burning.
how to overcome premature ejaculation?,please answer few questions. how long it has been there? let me know your complete sexual history. since when are you sexually active? and number of partners? what is your masturbation history? do you suffer from any systemic illness such as diabetes and hypertension? for further information consult a sexologist online --> <link>
how should i store and prepare eggs safely?,eggs have been in the news a lot recently and for once it isn’t the cholesterol that is making people fearful over eggs. this time it’s salmonella enteriditis which appears to be able to infect the ovaries of chickens and can cause their eggs (usually the egg white) to be contaminated from the inside out. the eggs in question have been traced to a couple of high-volume egg producers in iowa. but this outbreak aside keep in mind that there are over 140 000 egg-related salmonella illnesses each year in the u. s. according to fda estimates. most salmonella cases don’t require a doctor visit and can resolve in one to three days according to the fda but it’s the 1 percent of cases that are severe require hospitalization and are cause for great concern. i don’t know about you but i don’t even want to experience the one to three-day salmonella poisoning. there is some hope that there will be a lower risk of salmonella from eggs in the future. new fda regulations which went into effect in july this year are expected to cut the number of salmonella-carrying eggs by 60 percent. egg-laying hens are thought to get salmonella from a couple different ways and it ain’t pretty that’s for sure — through germs carried by flies and from eating the excrement of rodents that get into their feed. i personally am not afraid to use and enjoy eggs in my recipes and meals. i just automatically cook my eggs completely. i also use half eggs and half pasteurized egg substitute or egg white when making egg-based entrees to bring down the saturated fat and cholesterol. and i try to purchase cage-free eggs (even better when they are cage-free and higher omega-3) for a variety of reasons. what else can you do? * use the eggs you buy within four weeks. * keep eggs refrigerated at least to 45f at all times. store eggs in their carton in the center of the refrigerator instead of removing them and storing them in the door which may not be cold enough. * to substantially reduce the risk of salmonella do not eat raw eggs and cook your eggs and egg dishes completely (the white and yolk will be firm. ) * wash your hands cooking utensils and food prep surfaces thoroughly after being in contact with eggshells and raw eggs. * don’t eat recalled eggs or products containing recalled eggs. * discard cracked or dirty eggs. * don’t keep eggs warm or at room temperature for more than two hours. * refrigerate unused or leftover egg-containing foods as soon as possible.
i think my urologist did a poor job with my circumcision?,hi. it can be probably related to fungal infection known as thrush. can you please tell that do you have any white cheesy deposits on the penile head? do you have any medical problems like diabetes? please revert back so that i can guide you accordingly. hope this helps.
what happens if i get pregnant? can i take my medicine for essential tremor?,tremor severity may fluctuate during pregnancy and after delivery. discuss the use of et medications with your doctor before getting pregnant as some medications put the developing baby at risk.
does medicare cover iv boniva? . i have a medicare advantage plan.,generally speaking yes it's covered under medicare part d prescription drug plans. however you'll likely be required to meet a set of criteria in order for your plan to cover the medication. i suggest you call your part d drug plan directly to learn what those criteria are. you may also need to involve your physician to get his or her help in justifying the medical necessity of the medication's use.
on birth control pills and used a condom but it came off could there be a chance i could be pregnate? . i have been on birth control pill for about 3 years and i haven't forgotten to take them in about 4 months. during intercourse when we realize the condom came off he pulled out but he ejaculate when he came out. i know there is a possiblity but is it a high chance?,since you say you were on bc probably not. condoms are often lubricated with spermicide too which also increases your safety. i'd say the odds are in your favor that you aren't pregnant.
i have polycystic ovarian disease. can i stop my medication?,stopping of pills should be accompanied by a good healthy diet and a healthy lifestyle. u need to do exercises yoga. this will prevent the withdrawal after – symptoms that occur after stopping of the medicines. thanks
i'm trying for a baby and after just a week after sex i seem too be having what seems like symptoms is this possible. i have contacted my gp and because of recently having an implant removed he seemed too think it was my body returning too normal but i think it is more than this as i feel sick and keep having cramps in my stomach and i have slight pain in my back i have also had some slight spotting,the symptoms you describe can be signs of early pregnancy. i have no way of knowing if this is it or what your gp suggests which is also a possibility. a few days after conception the fertilized egg attaches itself to wall of the uterus. this can cause one of the earliest signs of pregnancy -- spotting and sometimes cramping. that's called implantation bleeding. it occurs anywhere from six to 12 days after the egg is fertilized. the bleeding and cramps however are slight. here's more information on pregnancy symptoms
what kind of skin problems can radiation therapy cause?,the skin may look red sunburned or tanned and it may become dry itchy or swollen.
is a hot or cold compress good for a trigger finger?,my sister recently went to the doctor for a trigger finger. she was told to use a cold compress for 30 minute intervals for 3 days. she had already bought an over the counter splint to keep the finger straight the doctor told her to continue using it though i think she only wore it at night. i have always been told that whatever makes you more comfortable heat or cold is what you should use. i cannot tolerate cold it seems to make pain worse. i crushed my leg when i had an accident 10 years ago and it required a 7 hour surgery to be put back together with rods plates & screws with several follow up surgeries. while in the hospital the surgeon wanted ice to be put on it but after seeing the pain it caused & the reaction for the cold he changed the treatment to heat which helped more. i would use whatever gives the most relief. i hope your finger feels better soon! my sisters did after a week.
i have back problems shoulder neck back pain – mri shows numerous issues?,hi these problems are due to fibromyositis and weak muscles in that region. postural exercises with muscle strengthening should be done. physiotherapy and laser will help. thanks
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i started getting mild sickness after eating about 1 year ago. it has now progressed?,hi this can be due to indigestion or acidity problems. take antacids and pro biotics. avoid spicy food. lime water juice will help. thanks
severe vaginal itching gynecologist prescribed clobetasol with no real results?,hi this seems to be a result of eczema and dry skin tendancy that ur body has. doesnt seem to be a vaginal infection for sure. sex causes friction on the affected skin and mucosa causing the superficial layers of skin to get washed off. this causes inner layers of skin to get exposed causing itching after having sex. try using moisturisers and olive oil. thanks
can vitamin c drop be mixed with infant formula?,"don't add anything to infant formula. it already has the proper amounts of vitamins and minerals that the baby needs. in most cases they do not need ""extra"" vitamin c unles the pediatrician specifically recommended it for a medical reason."
9 days late on period with negative pregnancy test could i be pregnant or could it be something else? . i have a 28 day cycle and my menstrual cycle is very regular. i had some light pink/brownish spotting about 6 days after i should have ovulated i have been nauseated frequent headaches heart burn very tired nosebleeds and little to no appetite. i took a hmp the day of my missed period and got a negative result and waited 3 days and took another one with the same result. now i am 9 days late and have no signs of starting but am still experiencing all the above symptoms.,yes it is a possibility that you are pregnant. i personally went through this exactly like yourself i took two home tests and they both had said negative those things aren't always accurate it could be that it's just early in the stages and not getting a good reading but once you've mised your period for more than 8 days you are more than likely pregnant. you will now need to see a doctor for further testing. once i went to doctor found out and turned out i was 3 months pregnant. go to doctor!
can antibiotic affect the outcome of hiv test?,as i am not aware of your previous history. please explain your problem in detail. revert back with a detailed history to a hiv aids specialist online --> <link>
i was tested for all std's in august and was cleared. my partner tested positive for trichomoniais. how?,because they don't routinely test men for trichomonas. men tend to pee it out. it can be seen (sometimes) but it is often missed in routine urine tests in women and men. women on the other hand can have trich happily colonized in their vagina or urinary tract for long periods of time. it may have been missed in august. i suspect that both you and your partner have had previous partners so let it go. get it treated and be monogamous from now on and you will both be fine.
i feel exausted when standing to urinate in the morning i feel like i need to hold on to something any idea what it is? . i get this feeling even when not urinating but standing still also. i can feel my heart beat increase and feel like almost hyperventilating. i have mild/moderate asthma and a generalized anxiety im 17 years old. it almost always happens when i wake up and need to urinate i don't think urination has do do with it but rather standing still after waking. i feel like when urinating i need to hold on to something or i may collapse out of exaustion.,hi do you go before bedtime? if no your should this other feeling is because your having a big relief from you system and the pressure is going out of your body thus relieving the pressure inside your body so its this that makes you feel wobbly. for you anxiety just google anxiety and meditation your find all the help you need if you get this working for you any drugs your on with the help of your doctor you can slowly come off them your feel twice the young man then. ok good luck
little wound in my hand. help! . i had a little wound in my thumb that i got last week when i was closing my umbrella. the wound didnt bleed &after a few days in turned brown red color. then a while ago i touched the cellphone that a man smoking had touched. his cigarette was small so his hands may have saliva on it. although when i touched the cellphone isnt wet/ just didnt notice. what are the risks of having saliva in my little wound? i touched the cellphone after 2-5 secs after the man had touched it. i washed my hands after,"it is not likely that a week after a minor injury that this ""little wound"" would still be open and viable to secondary bacterial contamination resulting in an infection. you did the right thing by washing your hands so just watch for any signs of infection (redness tenderness swelling etc. ) and see your medical provider should this happen."
vag dryness? . it started about a week ago me and my bf was fixing to have sex and i couldn't get wet this has never happened until now he even did oral/ foreplay and i still couldnt i also suppose to have had my period tis month and it hasn't come on im not pregnant i know that for sure but i don't know should i be worried? im 18 by the way. .,hi you could try some vitamin b 6 this could help you its said to produce wetness for all but 3 days of the month. you could get a blood test done at your doctors it could be that your hormones are out of whack it happens. but why your choosing which way to go there's so many choices water based silicon based lubrications to try if your body has no reaction to them there is baby oil or olive oil but both we eat condoms well break the down why your having sex. do hope this helps you. good luck
what is the medicine to cure women infertility?,hi david this link may have the answers your looking for. ok <link> just copy link into google to the www. to open and read. good luck
my wife has terrible headaches constantly we did ct scan mri mra mrv but everything is normal. no blood clot tumors etc.?,in my opinion morning headache is side effect of over use of pain killers and sign of depression i recommend the use of antihistaminic like atarax 10 every 12 hours also recommend that she see a psychologist good luck
after 2 miscarriages trying again i have some issues and abnormalities?,your doctor should perform usg of abdomen to see the status of pcos. the minor abnormalities in blood dont seem to be cause of the previous miscarriages although they may be indirectly related. pcos should be cured completely before u go for next pregnancy
after getting a flu shot is there a period of time that i should not be around expectant mothers or newborn children?,the flu shot contains inactivated virus not live virus. this should not cause any flu symptoms and is not going to make you contagious. the nasal flu vaccine contains weak live virus but is considered safe for healthy people that are not pregnant between the ages of 2-49. hope this is helpful. talk to your doctor if you are concerned or have more questions.
should we be concerned our son's ears are always full of fluid? . since my son was about 7 weeks old we have been fighting never ending ear infections. well since the weather has finally warmed up the ear infections have basically gone away. unfortunately every time since then we've been to the doctor (most recently for pink eye) each of them has said he has fluid in his ears but no infection. we saw an ent when he was four months old about tubes but the ent thought he might still be a little too young at the time. should we revisit getting tubes?,persistent fluid in the ears. longer than three months. may be an indication for tubes since this can interfere with hearing predispose to frequent middle ear infection and delay speech development. please follow up with the ent on a regular basis to monitor this stagnant fluid and make sure your son appears to be hearing normally (turning toward your voice or sounds etc. ).
i had epilepsy seizures uti and erectile dysfunction lost my hopes with other doctors and herbalist?,erectile dysfuntion is usually irreversible and the allopathic medicines usually act temporarily and have plenty of side effects. herbal medicines are actually helpful and safe but take a lot of time to heal. getting yourself stress free is the main thing that u need to do
what are the symptoms of orthostatic hypotension?,when the brain does not get enough blood supply it begins to shut down. symptoms include: lightheadedness. confusion. nausea. fainting or passing out. there may also be weakness blurred vision and shaking or tremulousness. these symptoms may resolve quickly as the body slowly adjusts to the standing position but in some cases the patient has to sit or lie down quickly to prevent passing out or falling.
what is atropic with marked cortical thinning mean?,i'm sorry that i really can't give you an answer to this because i'm not sure what type of test result you're referring to. however as with any test the best person to consult about the results is the health care provider who ordered the test. a person's individual medical history plays such a key role in interpreting test results that it's dicey to try doing it in a forum like this one. what's normal for one person with one health history may be abnormal for another person with a different health history. if your health care provider can't explain the test results in an understandable way don't hesitate to tell them so. you have a right to understand the test results so keep asking questions until you're satisfied you grasp what's going on. take care!
i am a 31 yr old woman feeling constantly tired all the time it’s putting my family on the line?,start with doing. m. cbc thyroid profile measure ur blood pressure…
can some bleeding occur after sex during pregnancy at 14 weeks?,hi have a read through this link its from the uk's nhs it should help you. <link> just copy into google to open and read do it from www. hope this helps you. good luck
had bad bronchitis lately woke up with a huge bruise on side?,since your husband is on corticosteroid therapy this could be a side effect. but if so. then he needs an abdominal usg to exclude any serious git complication. check with his doctor to change the treatment plan. thanks
is she lying? . hey guys i had vaginal sex with someone with a condom on and noticed that no seman made its way out of the comdom and the condom wasnt ripped or broken after either i then had another sexual encounter with the same person but this time is was anal unprotected when i pulled out no seman was dripping and to be extra sure i purchased the plan b pill within hours of the encounter. . shes now saying shes 4 months pregnant. i totally think shes lying what do you think? help me out here,hi so was this 4 months ago? and do remember condoms are only 98% for protection so yes you could be the father. but you should sit down with her and just check your dates and her start date of her periods against your dates for sex with her. ok good luck
i work in a preschool classroom and have been diagnosed with shingles when can i return to school?,if the shingles are not in a place where there would be direct skin contact (covered by clothing) you can go back to work when you can tolerate or control the pain. as a pre-school employee you most likely were exposed to the varicella (chicken pox) virus by one of the children (unless you have had shingles in the past and this is just a reactivation of the virus).
could i be pregnant? my last period was on 10/24/12 and my fiance and i had unprotected sex 11/3/12.,"the simple answer to this is: if both you and your fiance are fertile and you have unprotected sex then there's always a chance of pregnancy. true you're more likely to get pregnant at certain times during your menstrual cycle specifically during the "" fertile window "" that occurs during and after ovulation. but ovulation is a tricky thing to predict. oddly enough the ovaries don't consult a calendar before releasing an egg. so even a woman with a very regular cycle could get pregnant outside her fertile window period. the only way to know for sure is to take a pregnancy test. depending on the test you choose you may be able to find out as quickly as one day after a missed period. read the kit's box and follow the instructions to the letter to get an accurate reading. for best results test your urine first thing in the morning when hormones will be most concentrated in it. whichever way you're hoping i wish you all the best!"
i had my iud removed how long after do you get a normally period. i had my iud removed dec 20 15 after 8 months on it. i started bleeding 1 day after the removal it lasted 3 days and we have been trying to have a anther baby so to day i started bleeding again i was wounding if its is my period or was the one after having it removed was my period.,not enough information. mainly the kind of iud that you had (some are hormonal). this question can easily be answered by the medical professional that removed your iud. someone that knows you your medical history and someone that knows these missing pieces. as much as i would like to help it would not be appropriate to just guess. a simple phone call to your medical office should be all that you need.
i’m 33+4 weeks pregnant have had multiple kidney and urine infections in pain?,hi if presently you do not have any symptoms then you can wait till your appointment. drink plenty of fluids and water. you should keep a watch on a your urine colour and smell. if at all you get any symptoms you should contact your emergency doctor immediately to avoid any complications during the delivery. thanks
my boyfriend lost his wife to cervical cancer two years ago and he was just diagnosed with herpes. is this possible? . he says he has not been intimate with anyone else since his wife's death. what is my risk for herpes and/or cervical cancer if i have intercourse with him? so far we have a platonic relationship and i'm afraid to take any risks with my health since i am a senior citizen.,cervical cancer may have an underlying cause such as hpv (human papilloma virus) but i would have no idea if this man also has hpv. herpes is an entirely different type of infection that does not cause cervical cancer but can be transmitted to you during sex. a condom would offer a reasonable (but not 100%) protection against herpes. there are different strains of hpv. some of them cause cervical cancer and some of them cause genital warts. if his wife's cervical cancer was caused by hpv (most cases are) then he most certainly had or has a serious form of hpv. the herpes diagnosis is a completely separate issue. please keep in mind that hpv (and maybe herpes but i don't know about that) can be spread by contact with areas that are not covered by a condom. it can also be spread by oral or anal sex.
how common is hepatitis c?,the cdc estimates that 3. 2 million people in the u. s have chronic hepatitis c infection a long-term illness that happens when the virus remains in a person's body. most of those people don't know that they have it because they don't look or feel sick. an estimated 19 000 people in the us have acute hepatitis c infection which is a short-term illness that happens within six months of being exposed to the hepatitis c virus.
who has osteoarthritis?,osteoarthritis is by far the most common type of arthritis and the percentage of people who have it grows higher with age. an estimated 12. 1 percent of the u. s. population (nearly 21 million americans) age 25 and older have osteoarthritis. although osteoarthritis is more common in older people younger people can develop it – usually as the result of a joint injury a joint malformation or a genetic defect in joint cartilage. both men and women have the disease. before age 45 more men than women have osteoarthritis; after age 45 it is more common in women. it is also more likely to occur in people who are overweight and in those with jobs that stress particular joints. as the population ages the number of people with osteoarthritis will only grow. by 2030 20 percent of americans – about 72 million people – will have passed their 65th birthday and will be at high risk for the disease.
my pregnancy tests are negative but my belly is getting bigger?,if you are not sexually active then no chances of pregnancy. get ct abdomen done to rule out other causes of abdominal distention
does planter fasciitis go away? . once you have it does the pain go away with after treating it with exercises and inserts. then come back? is this a lifetime thing?,mine went away when the podiatrist told me to wear different shoes. yes the possibility always exists for it to come back depending on the aggravating circumstances.
i had water in my ear. i put a q-tip in to absorb it. not far in but it had a tiny bit of red blood on it when removed. . my right ear has always given me a problem because i use a syringe to clean out my ear when i was a teenager and it hurt all day long. now it always is very sensitive and hurts when you put anything in it. do i need to see a doctor about this ear?,a tiny amount of blood would not be a cause for alarm. the skin lining of the ear canal is rich in blood supply so you most likely irritated it when you used the q-tip. it is best to never use q-tips inside the ear canal. one of reasons water had a difficult time coming out of ears is because you do not have a adequate protective coating of (ear) wax. when water meets a waxy surface it will just bead up and fall out by gravity but if you do not have a waxy surface the water will remain.
medicated high blood pressure now low with slow pulse. can this cause confusion & fatigue? . 76 year old husband on valsartin several years. also takes digoxin & warfarin. has just recently been having noticeable fatigue and especially after an activity that he enjoys. have noticed instances of confusion when doing some things he has done before. he has just been to dr. and having a chest x-ray and an echo cardiogram. also to reduce the valsartin by half. i am looking for reassurances this confusion might be a medical issue which can be remedied. i am afraid it could be something else.,i can understand your concern. whenever a person reaches a mature age we start to wonder if confusion could be a sign of alzheimer's or dementia. i hope to set your mind at ease. confusion in elderly people can result from many causes and one of those certainly is low blood pressure and/or a low heart rate. think of it this way: if the heart is beating so slowly it can't push an adequate volume of oxygen-rich blood to the brain then the brain isn't going to function at top efficiency. i hope you'll find the reduction in the valsartin dose will get that pressure up and solve the confusion problem. confusion also can be a sign of a urinary tract infection (uti). usually we think uti in relation to delirium (which is like confusion on steroids) but sudden confusion that doesn't clear up also could be an indicator of a uti. confusion also can result from pain malnutrition poor vision poor hearing and many other things. if your husband's confusion doesn't improve with the medication change or if it gets progressively worse you might consider taking him to his primary care provider and very frankly stating your concerns. an initial evaluation for dementia can be done quickly right in the exam room and ruling it out can provide significant peace of mind for everyone. wishing you well!
what are the new guidelines for child safety seats?,the five recommendations: children should ride in a rear-facing child safety seat at least until age two or until they’re too big for the maximum size of their seat. all children two years or older (or younger than two if they’ve outgrown their backwards-facing seat) should use a forward-facing seat with a harness for as long as possible. this would typically be around age four. children should then use a belt-positioning booster seat until they’ve outgrown it typically between age 8-12 and around 4'9? . when children are big enough to use a seat belt alone they should always use a lap-and-shoulder belt. all children less than 13 years should always be seated in the rear seat of the vehicle. the new guidelines can be simplified to: stay in the current seat until your child has definitely outgrown it according to the manufacturer’s specifications. don’t rush into the next seat.
i am having intense left foot and knee pain. they are both swollen and a redish purple. no injury can't bend my toes. the pain started in my foot spread to my knee after 2 days. the pain in my foot is worse about midway between my ankle and toes. i also can not move my 4 smaller toes. not due to pain i just can't move them. yesterday my left ankle also stated swelling and i can no longer move it either.,you need to get this checked out by a medical professional as soon as possible. the symptoms you describe could be due to an infection or a blood clot and both of these need to be treated quickly. either call your doctor's office and explain to them what's going on so they can get you an appointment soon or go to an urgent care facility. i'm hoping the underlying cause of your symptoms is nothing serious but please don't delay getting this checked out. all the best to you!
how long after an anterior cervical discectomy should i began exercise. i am 8 weeks after surgery and am walking 5k plus most days and i am back driving and doing housework. i know i can't touch weights for 3 months but can i go running or using a treadmill or cross trainer,how does your neck feel? are you having much pain at all? are you taking anything for pain? were you doing the running and using your treadmill and cross trainer before the surgery? did your doctor tell you specifically not to do any running or using the treadmill or cross trainer? i had my surgery in nov. 2014 and i had to have some heat therapy on my neck about 3 months after my surgery. i could not move my neck to one side so it may it hard to drive cause of me turning my neck. but the heat therapy really help me. i found it so relaxing that i went to sleep. if you are not on any pain medications and you are healthy i would start running say close by to your house in case you have any problems and if you use the treadmill and cross trainer do it in moderation. start say with 10 minutes then see how you feel and then maybe do another 10 minutes just don't over do it. there is always another day where you can start slow and then wait say about a month before i would just jump in. don't cram 2 months of exercise in one week. do it in moderation. . let me know how you are doing. i do hope that it all goes well for you. i would like to know how you are doing. please keep us informed of how well you are doing. thank you.
diagnosed with a benign ovarian cyst around 10cm clinic wants to do full hysterectomy need second opinion?,he wants to remove both ovaries as well or only one side beside the uterus?
can tamiflu be taken with ibuprofen?,this is a good question that you can always ask your pharmacist. yes you can take ibuprofen while taking tamiflu.
what age can a baby start drinking water and juice?,"i am not a big fan of juice for babies (unless they are having problems with true constipation). when they start eating solids well you can give a little ""pure"" juice (not sugar-water flavored). fruit is better after about age six months. most of the time they do not need more water than what they are getting in breast milk or formula. if is hot outside it's okay to give a little water. it won't hurt them but you don't want them to fill up their little tummies with water to the point where they won't take nourishment."
i am a 63 y old male. i have some cervical arthritis. my left arm is considerably weaker than my right. r they related.,it could very well be related or have other causes
if you do sex every alternate day on the week of your ovulation will you be pregnant with a boy? . hi. my doc told me to try to every alternate day after 12 days from 1st date your period started. . i am want to get pregnant with a boy and i know if you have sex on the day of ovulation your chances of having a boy increases coz there is a chance the y chrome will get attached to the egg. as i dont know the exact day of my ovulation and if i have sex every other day from day 12 is there a chance i get pregnant with a boy? . thanks.,"that is silly advice but you do have a 50/50 chance of having a boy (or girl) no matter when you have sex. every day or every other day. chromosomes are inside the sperm and egg. the ""y"" doesn't really attach to anything. the fastest sperm is often the one that impregnates you so if you want a boy all you can do is hope that the sperm swims like michael phelps. there are many old wive's tales about techniques to improve your chances of having a boy or girl but in the end those techniques are no better than a coin toss. if you get what you want you will praise the method you used. if you don't you will not recommend it to anyone. so let nature make the decision for you and don't stress out about the sex of a baby that has not been conceived yet. just hope for a happy healthy baby."
how can you get rid of sun damage on your décolletage?,there are excellent chemical peels or laser peels your dermatologist can offer you to help treat this very sensitive area. my preference is the fractional co2 laser.
"what stage is cirrhosis of the liver when the person becomes delusional? . we just found out my son in law has cirrhosis of the liver. he is currently in the hospital and the doctors are running test. they will do a biopsy on monday if he does not have a fever. he is currently having periods of being delusional thinking various things are happening when nothing is going on. our daughter said this morning that he told the nurses ""rats where running along the floor""",i am sorry for the illness of your brother-in-law. i do not know his medical history and i am not a doctor but i’ll try to provide you with some information as follows: the symptoms as you describe can occur at any stage of liver disease. but a diagnosis for the condition is not usually made until acute liver failure occurs. sometimes the symptoms appear even when liver disease has not been diagnosed; the condition is called hepatic encephalopathy. because the liver is damaged and cannot adequately remove toxins from the bloodstream the toxins build-up in the body causing confusion fatigue and sometimes hallucinations. hepatic encephalopathy can lead to mental deterioration personality changes coma and even death. but hepatic encephalopathy may also be reversible through treatments directed at removing the toxins and eliminating protein from the diet; patients with hepatic encephalopathy may experience delusions hallucinations or illusions. a delusion is a wrong fixed idea such as. “i’m the king of england. ” a hallucination occurs when a person perceives something through the senses where there is no actual stimulus. an example of a hallucination might be seeing rats running down a blank wall. an illusion is a sense oriented defect in which a stimulus is present but incorrectly identified by one of the senses. an example of an illusion might be seeing a crack in a wall and believing that it actually a trail of rats. summary: many times there are no overt symptoms of liver disease during the early stages of liver disease including cirrhosis. it is suspected that your brother-in-law may be in a more advanced stage of liver disease. your brother-in-law appears to be in an acute stage of liver disease that has resulted in toxin build-up within the body causing stage 3 hepatic encephalopathy. hepatic encephalopathy patients may have a reversal of this condition with efficient and timely medical treatment. unfortunately some hepatic encephalopathy patients do not respond to treatment and death may occur. i hope that this answer has been helpful and that you and your family remain well during this period of medical uncertainty.
husband had prostate cancer removed robotically. now 1 testicle twice the size of other. could cancer have returned?,hi yes it could be? but its very hard to say just on a symptom. the best place would be to see his own doctor or uro there are other avenues to go down first before coming to cancer. do hope this helps. good luck
i had sex and the next day i ovulate can i be pregnant,the life span of sperm after ejaculation depends on the circumstances. sperm ejaculated into a woman's vagina can live in a woman's cervical mucus or upper genital tract for three to five days. fertilization is possible as long as the sperm remain alive. so it is possible that u may get pregnant
is zumba dance a good exercise?,i would say yes. although i am not a dancer i have seen the high level of aerobic activity associated with zumba. any exercise is good if you enjoy it and get cardiovascular benefits as well so this would be an excellent choice. as a word of caution if you have any medical problems that may be problematic it would be wise to get a specific okay from your medical provider before starting any exercise program. yes. any kind of exercise is useful to burnout calories and stay active. you have to keep a proper chart of total workout for every day if you are including to many types of exercise techniques.
if i have higher than normal mercury levels from eating sushi will it get back to normal by itself if i change my diet? . or a treatment is the only option?,you need to work with a healthcare provider on this issue and have your levels monitored. they also might have specific treatment for you. if you eat fish and seafood less often your levels will likely go down but you need to work with someone and have levels tested to be sure. for more on the topic read this q&a with the doctor of a well-known actor who had mercury toxicity from eating sushi twice a day for years.
i’ve got bulimia and i’m on lamictal for bipolar disorder i now have mushroom looking lumps on my tongue?,yes it could be side effect oc lamicyal but not alone drinking and smoking can cause this leukoplakia whick is serious u should see your doctor immediately
is a flotation pod (containing 150 gallons of water & 1000 pounds of epsom salt) safe for a person with kidney disease? . i made an appointment for a session in a sensory deprivation pod which contains 150 gallons of water mixed with 1000 pounds of epsom salt. after i made the appointment they sent me a form to fill out stating either i don't have kidney disease or i understand the risks to me. i do have kidney disease. but it was my understanding that the epsom salt would not be absorbed through my skin.,there are many types of kidney disease so unfortunately i don't really have any information about your kidney issues in order to be able to comment. my suggestion is for you to consult your nephrologist or primary care medical provider first -- someone who knows your medical history. epsom salt deprivation chambers are likely to be just fine and you are correct. you will not absorb anything through your skin. you certainly will not be drinking it!
i have a urine test that tests for nicotine soon. i smoke a cigar a month i last smoked on feb 9. should i pass the test?,"i think you'll probably be in the clear. for most occasional smokers nicotine is cleared from the system within 3-4 days. for people who smoke regularly or who are exposed regularly to secondhand smoke nicotine can be detected in urine for up to about 25 days after the last exposure. if you're smoking one cigar a month i wouldn't consider you to be in the ""regular"" smoker category. that is unless you make that cigar last for days or weeks in a row! but assuming you're having one nice evening a month with a cigar you should probably pass your urine test. i know i should be discouraging you from smoking in any way shape or form but i find it pretty hard to chastise someone who simply wants to enjoy a cigar once in awhile. so let me just say that all inhalation of tobacco smoke (even if you just pull it into your mouth) has the potential to cause cancer. be sure to receive regular oral exams to make sure you're not developing any suspicious lesions from your habit. take care!"
my girlfriend had mrsa infection. can i get it through sexual contact?,an mrsa infection isn't classified as a sexually transmitted disease. yet mrsa can be transmitted by direct skin contact. skin to skin contact especially if your skin has an abrasion or cut can increase the risks of getting an mrsa infection from your girlfriend. in general my advice is to avoid direct contact with anyone that has an mrsa infection and avoid sharing personal items.
what is hair loss?,there are many types of hair loss also called alopecia: gradual thinning of hair with age is a natural condition known as involutional alopecia. more and more hair follicles go into a telogen or resting phase and the remaining hairs become shorter and fewer in number. androgenic alopecia is another form of hair loss. it's a genetically predisposed condition that can affect both men and women. men with this condition can begin suffering hair loss as early as their teens or early 20s while most women don't experience noticeable thinning until their 40s or later. in men the condition is also called male pattern baldness. it's characterized by a receding hairline and gradual disappearance of hair from the crown. in women androgenic alopecia is referred to as female pattern baldness. women with the condition experience a general thinning over the entire scalp with the most extensive hair loss at the crown. patchy hair loss in children and young adults often sudden in onset is known as alopecia areata. this condition may result in complete baldness but in about 90% of cases the hair returns usually within a few years. with alopecia universalis all body hair falls out. tearing out one's own hair a psychological disorder known as trichotillomania is seen most frequently in children. telogen effluvium is hair thinning over the scalp that occurs because of changes in the growth cycle of hair. a large number of hairs enter the resting phase at the same time causing shedding and subsequent thinning.
how can i help my baby's eczema at home?,"be sure baby's nails are trimmed often and then take the edge off of them with a file if you can. some parents also slip ""scratch mittens"" onto their little one's hands. others try long socks tucked in under a long-sleeved shirt so they're harder for baby to remove. other things you can do to treat baby's eczema at home include: bathe baby for no more than 10 minutes in warm water. hot water can strip skin of its natural protective oils. use mild unscented body and laundry soaps. use soap only where baby may be dirty such as the genitals and hands and feet. simply rinse off the rest of baby's body. pat baby's skin dry; don't rub. apply a moisturizer while baby's skin is wet. oatmeal soaking products added to baby's tub may make your little one's skin less itchy. talk to your doctor."
the doctors did a rapid test to see if i had an uti and it came back positivebut the culture came back negitive. i went to the doctors on friday night and they did a rapid test to see if i had an uti and it came back positive. today i got a call saying the urinalysis came back negative and that i should follow up with my doctor and to continue to take the antibiotics they prescribed to me. what else could i have if the culture came back negative? what does that mean?,i can't answer that question since i don't know your symptoms have the ability to examine you or see those test results. i can tell you that about half of the women (i am also assuming you are a female) who have symptoms of a uti do not have them. many will have urethral irritation (usually from sexual activity) or even a vaginal infection. the culture is much more accurate than the rapid urine test so follow your instructions and see your medical provider again if you are not getting better.
is it safe to use vigormax supplement for premature ejaculation and vitality in sex? . i am 47. male. no health problem including diabetese. height 5ft 10 in. weight 82 kg. bp normally is (130 - 85),"i'm glad you asked. a nutritional supplement is not likely to help with premature ejaculation and there's no scientific evidence any of these ""male enhancement"" products actually help with male sexual performance. what concerns me is the number of these ""all natural"" ""herbal"" supplements that have been found (at least in the u. s. ) to contain actual prescription medications designed to treat erectile dysfunction. the u. s. food and drug administration (fda) has issued several alerts and recalls over the past few years on this type of product (though not vigormax specifically that i know of). the addition of these prescription drugs to over-the-counter dietary supplements is illegal and dangerous. manufacturers do not disclose these drugs on the label. so my advice to you is to seek medical treatment for your premature ejaculation issue and to give the nutritional supplements a pass. some things you can do to help with premature ejaculation: stop smoking drinking or using illicit drugs use a condom to reduce sensation in the penis try different sexual positions to reduce stimulation until ejaculation is desired sometimes doctors will prescribe antidepressant medications to treat premature ejaculation. hope this helps!"
does eczema in infants go away by itself?,fortunately most children outgrow the itchy irritation of eczema before school age. a small number of kids will have eczema into adulthood. remissions do occur and can last for years though the tendency to have dry skin often lingers.
what are potential health problems that can be connected to eating barbecued and smoked meats?,"there is research that shows that barbecuing can be hazardous to your health. but don't worry there is still a way to have your ""barbecued steak"" and eat it too. the health problem lies in the meat. research has discovered two cancer-causing (carcinogenic) byproducts associated with barbecuing red meat poultry lamb pork and fish. the first is a carcinogen called heterocyclic amines (hcas). the national institute of health department of health and human services included hcas on its reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen list. hcas are formed due to the high temperatures occurring when meat is overcooked or char-grilled. studies have shown that when hcas were fed in the diet rodents developed cancers in many organs including the colon breast and prostate. research is still underway to determine if this applies to humans as well. the second carcinogen associated with barbecuing is polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (pahs). they are formed when fat drips onto the coal or hot surface. the smoke carries the pahs to the food. they can also form directly on the food when it is charred. the recipe for healthy barbecuing is to follow some simple tips: don't get too hot: try to avoid overcooking food by precooking it in the microwave or oven so it won't be on the barbecue as long; keep the heat down on the grill and flip the food frequently to prevent overcooking on one side; buy thinner cuts of meat so that they don't take as long to cook; and test the meat with a thermometer to see when it's ready. the usda recommended safe minimum internal temperatures are: steaks & roasts - 145 degrees f fish -- 145 degrees f. pork -- 160 degrees f. ground beef -- 160 degrees f. chicken breasts -- 165 degrees f. whole poultry -- 165 degrees f. trim the fat: go for leaner cuts of meat; cut as much fat off of the meat when possible; and flip your food instead of stabbing it with a fork to avoid the fat dripping onto the coal. take time to marinate: some research has shown the ingredients (especially vinegar) in marinades act can actually protect the meat and reduce the chances of carcinogenic compounds forming. one study found that a beef steak marinated with teriyaki sauce had a 45% and 67% lower hca level at 10 minutes than the unmarinated steak and that lower levels of hca were also observed in meat marinated with turmeric-garlic sauce. keep it clean: keep the oil and grease off your grill by turning up the heat to high and closing the lid for about 10 minutes."
have bipolar disorder maybe schizoaffective disorder. had 9 dissociative episodes today. when should i go into an er? . i have been tracking the dissociative episodes for a while now and today has been the worst with each episode causing severe nausea extreme flushing and just general increased fear. i have dealt with anxiety in the past and this is nothing like it! not suicidal. no mood-stabalizer due to lack of funds. on anti-depressant. . so i guess my question is would it be wise to go in to the er? would they even be likely to assist me?,yes! go right away. you should be able to get some assistance even with no insurance. and if there's a wal-green's in your area they offer a prescription discount card that may help with your lack of funds for a mood stabilizer. if not try sam's club or costco. even if you're not a member by law they have to grant you access to their pharmacy. before i got insurance that's how i was able to afford my meds. also check into lithium. that's a low cost highly effective mood stabilizer. i've been on it for three years and it's the best drug i've ever been on for my bipolar.
what are the benefits of exercising with a friend?,if you get bored easily and like to talk with someone invite a friend to be part of your aerobic exercise program. your friend can act as a coach motivator and conscience as well as give you someone to laugh with during exercise. some studies have found that exercising with someone increases the chance that you'll stick with the program.
will a blood transfusion get rid of herpes,no. herpes is not in the blood.
i am bleeding constantly after depo-provera birth control shot?,until the effect of depovera is persistent in your body you may experience these bleeding episodes. this is not abnormal as it does happen in many women. just maintain your iron levels by taking iron supplements. maintain your self hydrated. avoid taking other hormone related medicines
can you have a stiff neck with pneumonia? . i was treated for pneumonia with an antibiotic and prednisone for my chronic asthma. i have recently noticed a stiff neck that seems to worsen by the end of the day. can this be a side effect from the medicine or pneumonia? or should i be concerned with a completely different illness?,i recently just got over pneumonia myself and according to my discharge papers it says that if you develop neck pain or stiffness that you should contact your doctor immediately. i had a little bit of both but i believe mine was from the bed rest. i would call your doctor and ask what they think you should do. hope you feel better soon!
my 18-year-old son has severe eczema all over and scratches constantly. we've tried everything. how can we help him?,he should have a bath or shower every day but limit them to 10-15 minutes maximum. stick to simple cleansers that are designed for sensitive skin. once he gets out of the bath or shower he should apply a cream -- not lotion or oil -- to the entire body while his skin is still damp. he should also consider seeing a dermatologist and allergist for testing in case there are specific ingredients/products that he is sensitive to and should avoid. he can also try taking antihistamines. he should be careful about taking any antihistamine before driving. managing stress is also very important since that can cause a flare of the eczema. your dermatologist may also provide you with topical cortisone preparations to help relive the itch/rash as well as cortisone-sparing products that can be very effective as well in maintaining clearance.
will calcium supplement help to heal broken bones faster? what will speed the healing? . 2 broken bones in the right hand of my sixteen year old son. the break is vertical so less likely to shift.,this answer is true. most fractures especially of bigger bones will take 6 to 8 weeks. smaller bones like those of the fingers and/or wrist will only take 4-5 weeks. just gotta baby them. the body is made to heal itself. just let it
incubation period of pink eye,quick! there are several different causes of pink eye (conjunctivitis) but the viral and bacterial pathogens can cause an infection in others in less than a day. pink eye caused by allergies or chemical irritants are not contagious.
besides medication are there better ways to help with hypothyroidism? . i have trouble with not being able to lose weight. having no energy. being depressed. being tired all the time. body aches. they are continuously changing my medication dosage but i see and feel no change.,better ways? no. if you truly have hypothyroidism thyroid hormone replacement is the best way to treat it. there are no rules in medicine that state that all of your symptoms must be related to your hypothyroidism so your doctor needs to look for other things that may be causing your array of symptoms.
my left arm biceps started to twitch no solution?,hi i agree with you that there must be some reason for all the symptoms that you are experiencing from 7 long months. this can be related to the brain cells. a mri brain or a ct with contrast will help. thyroid and electrolytes with vitamin d need to be checked as well. consult a physician. thanks
i am having frequent left chest pain – echo stress test ecg all normal?,hi v4 slight elevation(right ventricle and atrium) can be due to partial sodium channels block causing early repolarization or partial right branch block due to coronary artery stenosis it is usually not important but if you are concerned then i recommend checking sodium potassium and calcium levels also an angiogram is helpful if you have risk factors for stenosis like weight smoking or even stress good luck
have 3 small circular lesion/blisters with a white center at the base of my penis. been there 3 days. painful to touch. these lesions/open blisters are flush with my skin not elevated. faint white non hard center to them. one is on the shaft of my penis the other 2 are located at the base. do you know what this could be? thank you so much,there are several possible conditions that can cause lesions on the penis similar to those you are describing. it is important that you see a doctor for an examination to find out for sure what is causing the lesions. infection is one possibility. genital herpes can cause blisters and ulcers that are usually in a cluster. syphilis can cause a lesion that is typically described as a painless ulcer. condyloma caused by the hpv virus can cause raised lesions and plaques. molluscum contagiosum caused by a virus can cause raised lesions. there are several common non-infectious conditions that can cause lesions on the penis. these include lichen sclerosus lichen planus and pearly penile papules among others. have you engaged in any risky sexual behavior? if so this is probably an std so go to the doctor immediately. if not then it is some skin irritation. the best thing for this is a penis health creme called man1 man oil. it is made just for guys and treats a number of issues down there. you can find this creme online. good luck to you!
what do i do about flashes of pain in my hips and legs? most noticeable at night. severe enough to keep me awake. for the last several nights i've been kept awake by flashes of pain in my hip and legs. they range from mild to severed and last only a few seconds. i feel them during the day but am most aware of them at night. my job at home depot requires me to be on my feet and walking briskley for six hours a day. another symptom is that my eyes are burning rather severely. have been using systane.,sounds like sciatic nerve damage following restless leg syndrome i have it and its horrible i am a nurse and have fibromyalgia and its caused me to have all sorts of issues. see the doctor for meds and therapy
how can i gain weight?,eat more! that’s what nearly all weight gain strategies come down to although it’s not always quite that simple. people with certain health conditions are at risk for poor nutrition: celiac disease inflammatory bowel disease cystic fibrosis cancer chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd) human immunodeficiency virus (hiv) infection many others. people who are losing weight with these conditions should ask their doctor for a referral to a nutritionist. a low appetite is often part of the illness and eating higher-calorie foods is advised. some of these illnesses can also cause poor absorption of nutrients and testing and treatment can address this. in any medical condition if muscle mass has been lost it’s important to include protein in the diet to help rebuild muscles. healthy young men and teenage boys often want to gain weight usually in the form of muscle. their challenge is usually eating enough to keep up with the calories they’re burning in their active lifestyles. to gain weight by building muscle it’s necessary to eat a lot of protein. weight-training athletes may require 75 to 100 grams of protein or more daily. healthy lean protein sources include chicken eggs fish and beans. whey protein supplements can be mixed in with drinks soups or sauces. soy protein supplements are not advised except in small amounts because some of the soy may be converted to estrogen in the body. it’s best to talk to your doctor or a nutritionist before starting a high protein diet if you have any health conditions especially liver or kidney disease. gaining weight can be just as difficult as losing weight for some people. an essential component of weight gain is eating enough calories each day. a registered dietitian will be able to calculate and estimate your calorie needs using the harris-benedict equation or there are also websites available to help you do this on your own. in order to gain weight theoretically you need to eat more calories than what would normally be necessary for you to maintain your current weight. keep in mind it’s still important to eat healthy and make the right food choices. don’t use this as an excuse to eat whatever you want because you’ll end up gaining fat that way. you’ll need to exercise too especially by incorporating strength-building exercise which will help to build muscle mass to add to your weight. the surgeon general recommends at least two days per week of strength training exercising each major muscle group. of course the more exercise that you do the greater the benefits you should notice. keep in mind however that you do need rest to allow your muscles to recover. make sure that you’re getting enough protein in your diet as well. only protein has the essential amino acids necessary for muscle growth and development. a registered dietitian can also help you to determine your protein requirements. ask your doctor before taking protein supplements or beginning a high protein diet. i’ve recommended a good article for more information: <link>
can eating ramen noodle harm the fetus when pregnant?,it's not the most healthy thing to eat while pregnant. i don't think it will harm a fetus. check the label of ingredients to make sure.
is the affordable care act considered universal health care?,the stated goal of the affordable care act is to provide near-universal health insurance coverage but that's not likely how it will be. the government projects that nearly 30 million people are likely to still be left without health insurance.
much higher blood pressure when resting…is it unusual?,i wouldn’t worry about it during my vacations. and see my doctor when i get back. as long as vacations aren’t too long.
my ear really hurts from blowing my nose. everything is aslo really loud. is there anything i can do to help it? . i am getting over the flu and my nose is still congested. upon blowing my nose a few hours ago i think i disrupted some part of my ear and it really hurts. also everything i hear is super loud. it's almost unbearable. is there anything i can do to help it (besides pain medicine)?,sometimes ear wax makes sort of like a bubble you popped the bubble usually the pain and loudness goes away in like. 5 minutes if you did it years ago you might have busted your eardrum hope it gets better?
i have a large hard knot beneath the skin of my left cheek approx. 1 in. from the corner of my lips. i've gone to an np who diagnosed it as an abscess; prescribed antibiotics are clindamycin & (a substitute for bactrim) swelling started april 6th. the next day is when i visited the np. the following day i went to an er due to more aggressive facial swelling. the dr there gave me a cat scan & diagnosed the swelling as periorbital cellulitis due to dental decay. (at this point i had explained to the dr that none of my teeth were bothering me in any way. ) most of the swelling has come and gone but i still have the hard knot that remains. what could be causing this knot will it go away what can i do? notes from cat scans significant left periorbital & left facial soft tissue swelling & stranding of subcutaneous fat no discrete abscess is identified. impression: pansinusitis predominantly involving the right paranasal sinuses.,if there is no walled off cavity or abscess formation then drainage or any surgical intervention would not be required. antibiotics would be required for addressing the pansinusitis for 3 to 4 weeks. a better alternative would be levofloxacin at a high dose 500 mg bd or moxifloxacin in consultation with an ent specialist. wishing you best of health thanks
i ejaculation in 2-3 mins is it normal? please advice some useful tips n med if nessesary. i am getting married soon and i found when i masturbate i become excited to much and cum in no time please tell me how to increase time for intercourse? exercise medicine diet all guide will be appreciated.,just think of baseball or something. youll be okay. happy wacking!
can my teenager's sleep habits affect his epilepsy?,"many parents irked when their teenager sleeps in past noon on saturday mornings don't worry about the kid getting enough sleep. sometimes it seems as though teens sleep the day away! but too little sleep is a real problem for many teens and a particular risk for teens with epilepsy. lack of sleep can lead to poor decisions and an increased risk of seizures. sleep deprivation is an especially serious problem for kids at college. ""at exam time kids may stay up for two or three nights cramming "" says william r. turk md chief of the neurology division at the nemours children's clinic in jacksonville florida. ""and of course they celebrate by drinking like bandits. that combination can definitely result in seizures for people with epilepsy. "" without being too pushy you should try to make sure that your child is getting enough rest. too many late nights whether he's out with his friends or up late doing homework isn't a good idea. while a part-time job may be a good thing for your teenager -- in both emotional and financial ways -- make sure that he's not working so much that it's tiring him out."
can you get pregnant from anal sex even though you are still a virgin?,ok thanks for your time however answer this please. the possibilities of her being pregnant from anal sex are minor right?
how many cups of food should a woman eat in a meal? . i find that sometimes i cannot figure out the calories on a meal. especially when i am cooking at home. so i am trying to find a way to control my food intake so that i consistently intake less calories than i am burning in a day. i really want to get to a healthy weight for my children. they are small and i am in a high stress job so i don't want to have a heart attack before they are grown. please help me!,there is not a number of cups recommended for women or men to eat at a meal. i suggest using feelings of hunger and fullness to help guide your eating. this webmd article discusses the importance of mindful eating practices when eating out. paying attention and stopping eating when you start to feel full can be helpful and liberating. also you might want to get additional support because losing and maintaining weight is not easy especially when you have a highly stressful lifestyle. a registered dietitian can tailor a plan for to meet your personal preferences specific challenges and lifestyle. you can find a dietitian at eatright. org. there are many different tools out there like webmd's food and fitness planner to help you monitor your intake. keep looking until you get the support you need! good luck!
can hydrocodone cause lower blood pressure,"in short yes it can. one of the known side effects of hydrocodone is lowered blood pressure. hydrocodone is an opioid medication. it works to relieve pain by occupying certain receptors within the nervous system. in general opioid medications tend to slow everything down; they can cause sleepiness slower breathing slower heart rate and yes lower blood pressure. however hydrocodone is prescribed for pain. it is not an antihypertensive drug per se. in other words it's not prescribed specifically to help lower blood pressure in a person with high blood pressure. that job is left to other medications designed for that purpose. if you're experiencing any intolerable side effects with your hydrocodone usage please consult with your health care provider. he or she can help you determine if another medication might work better for you with fewer side effects. good luck! yes but keep in mind most at least in the usa most formulations are mixed with something else and pure hydrocodone is hard to come by as they are all mixed with paracetamol aka acetaminophen or other durgs to "" decress retraction users"". acetaminophen which is shown at high dose or with frequent use can actually raid your blood pressure. there are other formulation with hydrococodne all have there risks but as more and more studies are finding acetaminophen use for long times or at high doses ( a few of the 500mg pills) can increase bp. just thought id trow that out there you can look it up if you need more confermation."
i have ulcerative colitis. i throw up everything i eat and haven't had a bowel movement in 2 weeks. what's wrong? . i went to the er and they hydrated me gave me a laxative and sent me home. the laxative worked minimally but was extremely painful. the next day i was unable to eat again and haven't had a bowel movement since. i went to my doctor to have an endoscopy but they couldn't find anything wrong. i have a colonoscopy scheduled for dec. 9th but am afraid i'll end up in the hospital before then due to not being able to eat or poop. help me!,hi read this link its very informative about your problem. <link> but do think you need some real help try an er. good luck
hi i'm a 20 year old male. i recently fingered myself and i felt something unusual. i went all the way in with my entire index finger (around 3 inches deep). i felt a hard kind of pointy bump. i'm not sure if this is my prostate or if it's fecal matter. i've fingered myself before and every time i do it i feel this. i'm often constipated so maybe it's fecal matter? i'm worried because i also have symptoms of prostate cancer like impotence and a weak stream when urinating. i was followed by a urologist who was not able to find a problem. she made me take flomax to help me urinate better. i haven't take a flomax pill for more than a year. note: i do not have a family history of prostate cancer i am caucasian. i have a normal weight. i know i should probably go see my doctor and tell him about this but it's very embarrassing. i need advice. thanks.,age of 20 is too old to have prostate cancer. you are worried for nothing. what you feel is posterior lobe of prostate most likely and that's it. stop worry and stop fingerings your self. i hope it helps. consult your doctor as our advice is just for education purposes only. take care khan
i need a list of foods that would be helpful with lowering my triglycerides and cholesterol. any suggestions?,a healthy diet that follows the myplate. gov guidelines is a good start. fill half of your plate with fruit and vegetable servings one quarter with a serving of whole grains such as brown rice or whole grain bread and the other quarter with a serving of lean proteins such as chicken breast fish turkey or sirloin steak. choose fat free or 1% fat dairy products. avoid sugary soft drinks and other pre-sweetened beverages. limit your consumption of solid fats such as butter or vegetable shortenings and the foods they're made with.
what is infertility?,most experts define infertility as not being able to get pregnant after at least one year of trying. women who are able to get pregnant but then have repeat miscarriages are also said to be infertile. pregnancy is the result of a complex chain of events. in order to get pregnant: a woman must release an egg from one of her ovaries (ovulation). the egg must go through a fallopian tube toward the uterus (womb). a man's sperm must join with (fertilize) the egg along the way. the fertilized egg must attach to the inside of the uterus (implantation). infertility can result from problems that interfere with any of these steps.
lots of back problems don't know what to do? . 19 yo female. sedentary for most of my childhood. bump at base of neck (had an xray before and i was told it was an enlarged vertebrae) sometimes it goes numb and feels like my shoulders are slumped up next to my head if that makes sense. when i try to stand with proper posture i get a pain between my shoulder blades. very little movement in my back neck and shoulder area. i don't want to bombard my doctor with too many questions what should i ask her? what do you think she will do to help?,"most helpful answer maybe your doctor should refer you to a back specialist (orthopedist) for a higher-level evaluation. musculoskeletal issues in the neck can be very complex so you will need a careful medical history thorough examination of your neck/shoulders and most likely some imaging studies. don't ever worry about asking your doctor ""too many questions"". they are not working for free. they get well-paid to address your concerns."
"can my dog have cogestive heart failure? . my 2 1/2 year old female sheltie will not let me ""rub her tummy"". while doing her tricks she can't roll over. she has gained weight over the winter but almost 2 pounds in the last week. her chest is larger than normal which could be the cause of weight gain. we limited treats. went from active dog food to light. we have limited the amount to 1 1/2 cups of dry dog food she continues to poop but seems to be more constipated.",have you tried can buffalo give her half a can at night with dry buffalo dog food 1 1/2 cup at night and then you can give her sweet potato treats only just one or two a day. buffalo has less fat in it and is better for dogs and will help them loss weight also. and take her for a walk daily will help her lose weight also. do not feed her people food. this should also help the constipated. good luck!
can i get hearing aids if i'm on medicare?,medicare part b will pay for diagnostic hearing tests that your doctor orders to determine if you need medical treatment. however it does not pay for the cost of hearing aids.
i have been sick with over 102 degree fever for four days straight now?,hi all medications won’t work unless you reach 100. 4 with ice ice packs + cold water in the tub will do the trick once you drop below 100. 4 you can take your antipyretic good luck
bleeding after frenuloplasty operation,it seems that some amount of blood may have accumulated under the operative stitches that seems to have drained out. the wound will heal fast now. if this episode happens repeatedly then its of concern. presently nothing to worry
pulmicort flexhaler not covered by medicare advantage plan need cheaper alternative,you should discuss this with your physician to see if there is an alternative to this medication.
can baby powder be used on dogs,"i don't think they would like it due to the strong smell. they would likely sneeze roll around on their backs etc. if you are using for ""stink control"" there are other ways that you can address the d. o."
what else can my kids do besides diet and exercise to keep their bones healthy?,they should avoid smoking. you probably know that smoking is bad for the heart and lungs but you may not know that it's harmful to bone tissue. smoking may harm your bones both directly and indirectly. several studies have linked smoking to higher risk of fracture. the many dangers associated with smoking make it a habit to be avoided. you may think it's too early to worry about smoking but the habit typically starts during childhood or adolescence. in fact most people who use tobacco products start before they finish high school. the good news? if your kids finish high school as nonsmokers they will probably stay that way for life.
what can i get in an otc treatment for athlete's foot?,there are a variety of over-the-counter treatments available for athlete's foot. i would need to ask you some questions about what it looks like how long you have had it and what your exact symptoms are to be able to match a product that could help you. i would encourage you to talk to your pharmacist and keep in mind that it could take 4 to 6 weeks for it to fully resolve and go away with treatment.
what can i take for fragrance allergies?,non-allergic or irritant triggers such as smoke strong odors and perfumes can cause nasal symptoms such as sneezing congestion and runny nose. sinus rinses and nasal steroid sprays can be helpful to decrease your sensitivity. prescription atrovent nasal spray can also be helpful.
i have been having severe chest pains irregular heart beat swelling of the hands legs and feet weakness…,have you had your troponin levels checked during or after episodes?
i suffer from rheumatic heart valve problem will i need any surgery?,hi i do not feel any urge for surgical option. it would be too early. you should get a echo done for sure. take pendits till you get complete cure. thanks
can taking omega 3 dea have the same results as taking plavis. i was taking plavix for at least 11 years and have never felt good. 3 months ago i stopped taking plavix and feel better. my question is does taking omega3 fish oils have the same affect on the blood.,i strongly urge you to contact your doctor as soon as possible. by going off plavix you have put yourself at a much greater risk of experiencing a life-threatening blood clot. no one should discontinue a prescription 'blood thinner' without consulting their doctor first. you don't say why you were prescribed plavix (clopidogrel) but it's often given to people after they've had a heart attack recent stroke angioplasty procedure or if they have peripheral vascular disease. these conditions put a person at an increased risk of developing a blood clot that travels to the lungs or possibly the brain causing problems breathing or a stroke. to answer your question omega-3 oils are thought to have 'blood-thinning' properties but they are in no way a substitute for a prescription anticoagulant like clopidogrel. in fact a 2002 study showed they had no effect on coagulation or platelet function after surgery. clopidogrel works by making your platelets (a type of red blood cell that enables blood to clot) more slippery so they don't stick together easily. this effect reduces the chances of blood clotting and traveling to the lungs or brain. again i urge you to contact your doctor and discuss this issue with him or her. at three months without plavix you could very well have a blood clot brewing. your healthcare provider will want to examine you and perhaps run some tests to make sure you're safe. there are many other types of anticoagulants available for your use besides clopidogrel if that product causes side effects. wishing you well!
bug bites but never see a bug. not bedbugs. cause swelling itching redness heat to bite and hardness to area?,not an expert but sounds like a deep pimple to me i have them on my earlobes sometimes. i just recently had one on my penis i was pretty scared it was an sti for awhile turned out to just be a massive hard not ready to pop pimple <negative_smiley>
i fractured my spine now have vision problems?,hi there might have been some internal injury to the eye when you had the trauma to spine. get a retinoscopy examination done from a opthalmologist. thanks
can patients with advanced prostate cancer enroll in clinical trials?,"researchers are exploring several new ways of diagnosing monitoring and treating prostate cancer. clinical trials test the safety and effectiveness of these new methods and treatments. there are risks and limitations in every clinical trial. for example you may be assigned to the ""control"" group and not get the new medicine. or the new medicine may not work. but clinical trials also offer early access to new treatments. you can find out more about clinical trials by asking a medical oncologist inquiring at an academic medical center or browsing a clinical trials listing service. webmd lists clinical trials at my. webmd. com/medical_information/clinical_trials/default. htm. the national institutes of health lists clinical trials at www. clinicaltrials. gov."
i had temporomandibular joint disorders i have terrible ear ache and sore throat?,u r already taking ms relaxants and antinflammatory drugs u need to do x rayband mri on it to figure out whats going on
ringing and fullness (pressure) in ears after shooting? . i'm 19 and am a new shooter and today we all forgot our ears and i fired 30 mid to high cal rounds it's been about 10 hours and although the ringing has gone down it's still there as well as a fullness similar to when you change altitude in a plane. my friend and his dad were both fine after about 10 minutes but they are very experienced shooters. what can be done about this and how long does it take for a younger persons ears to recover?,how long you may be suffering from the effects of acoustic trauma is really unknown. recovery time is an individual experience but most people do improve over time. in a week or two but a few (hopefully not you) have permanent damage to the inner ear and may experience these symptoms for a long long time. never shoot without good ear protection!
hiv test is non reactive is further testing required?,hi no it is not accurate because antibodies appear later so you have 2 options no1 is to repeat after 3 month of initial test no2 is to do antigen test good luck
suffering from premature ejaculation. i ejaculate faster and the sperm comes out quickly.,you are suffering premature ejaculation. it is not a disease only a complaint. it may be due to stress fear poor sleep smoking etc. you can take the capsule lvate at 7. 30 pm daily for three months. it works gradually and has excellent result without side effects. follow up with a sexologist online after three months --> <link>
"can 5 year olds have sexual intercourse. my mother has told me that when i was 5 years old (i am a male now 73) that the girl tht i played with who lived next door to us (she was also 5 years old and is now 73) that she wanted me to have sexual intercourse with her (except she used the f word now i had no clue as to what either ment when i was 5) i can recall her making tis statement while both of us had no cloths on and i was on top of her ""are you trying to urinate inside of me"" is it possible that we had intercourse?","it is highly unlikely that you had true sexual intercourse. many five -year old children engage in sexual ""play"" mostly imitating adults that they may have observed. they like to ""play doctor"" and look at each others different parts but sexual intercourse? not when both children are just five."
does penicillion get rid of thc,no. the only way to rid yourself of thc is to not use it in the first place or wait about three weeks (or more depending on the type of drug detection test). penicillin will not rid the body of thc.
is it safe to have sex while having a common cold?,yes you can have sex when you have a cold assuming your partner is willing to take the risk of sharing your cold or the minor distraction of having you sneeze or cough during an intimate moment. if you feel well enough to have sex it's okay to do it.
which one would be cheaper? private insurance plan or marketplace insurance plan. please advice me. i have a small business with 6 employees in texas. what are the options in marketplace insurance plans for small businesses. can i buy group insurance plans. which one would be cheaper? private insurance plan or marketplace insurance plan. please advice me.,under the health reform law a small business health insurance exchange has been set up where you can shop for insurance if you wish to provide coverage for your employees. in texas you would access that through healthcare. gov. small firms in which workers have lower incomes can qualify for tax subsidies to help cover the cost. as a point of clarification plans sold both on and outside of the marketplace are sold by private insurers but to take advantage of tax credits you need to buy insurance through the marketplace. if you're not already offering insurance and your employees have household incomes that would allow them to qualify for subsidies (about $46k for an individual and $94 for a family of four) they may actually get insurance at a lower cost by going it alone and buying individual rather than small business coverage through the federal marketplace. there's no simple answer to your question unfortunately. you may want to enlist the help of an insurance agent in your area who can help walk you through the various options before you and decide which direction will do your employees the greatest service. to find an agent in your area you can search on nahu. org.
took a dose of 50mcg levothyroxine can this cause harm? . should i be concerned since it is a natural hormone produced? effects if any it may cause?,"the answer to your question depends on a lot of information you didn't include. i'll try to give you some general guidance. in the united states levothyroxine is a regulated drug. you can't obtain it without a prescription. so i'm wondering if you mean you took someone else's prescription medicine (which is always a bad idea) or if you obtained some sort of ""natural supplement"" type product that claims to contain levothyroxine (or a related product dessicated pork thyroid). levothyroxine is a thyroid hormone. thyroid hormones are important for regulating many body functions. people who have had their thyroid gland removed (or destroyed with radioactive iodine) or who don't produce enough thyroid hormone generally receive therapy with supplements like levothyroxine. no one should take levothyroxine (or any other thyroid hormone) unless they have been diagnosed with a thyroid disorder. taking unneeded thyroid hormone can cause problems with the thyroid gland and can interfere with many bodily functions. so in short taking a single 50mcg dose of levothyroxine on a one-time basis probably is no cause for alarm. but do not take this medication unless it has been prescribed for you by a health care provider. hope this helps! it was given in a pass med for a weekend trip and was not for me. i took the medication then realized it was not mine. pharmacy put someone elses in the bag. i cannot find where there is any real adverse reactions to a single dose of it and since i have not had any of the alergic reactions noted on the label i figure i am ok. dont want to make a trip back to doctor if not necessary. thanks for information."
had surgery on my tail bone won’t heel doctor said was good but it’s not?,hi it doesn’t seem to have healed till now. infection in the underlying tissues or osteomyelitis of the underlying bone are the 2 possibilities. get a xray done if there is discharge coming out of it send it for culture sensitivity and start on appropriate antibiotics. thanks
my doctor replaced my pacemaker then went back in to fix it. he says to watch for infection. what should i look for?,pacemaker infections are not common but can occur. fever redness at the incision site significant pain or swelling and any discharge from the incision are all things that could raise suspicions of infection. it's a great idea to have the pacemaker site checked out by your doctor in follow-up to make sure everything looks good!
is there something i could take to help with getting pregnant? . i have been try to get pregnant for years now after one miscarriage. my partner just got tested chlamydia positive. the doctor said he could be carried for a long time but got no symptoms. is this could be fact that is hard for me to get pregnant? is there anything i could take to help with getting pregnant? i've been take prenatal and fertility pills too but it still not got pregnant,hi don't forget getting pregnant is all down to timing with lots of other things chucked ion for good measure could be your vaginal mucus to thick or to acidic to male sperm could be his sperm low count or none at all could be your eggs all these things take lots of tests. but you could try doing this take your temperature for 3 months daily the days when its high is when your fertile keep a note of these days and if there regular have sex 2 days before reason it take sperm 3 days to reach the egg and with luck you should get pregnant. all things being well. ok chylimdia can affect his sperm and there mobility as he's had it do a sperm test. would be the best way to go. and could also affect your fertility. do hope this helps. good luck
how long should one continue medications after angioplasty? what are the side effects of prolonged use of certain drugs? . my father aged 53 yrs undergone angioplasty september last and he is still continuing some medicines daily he is currently taking. glycomet gp-1 (metformin hydrochloride ip 500 mg) 1-tab daily on empty stomach (he is a diabetic blood sugar under control). telmisartan ip 20 mg 1 tab daily (blood pressure under control). clopidogrel tablets ip 75mg 1 tabs (2 times daily after meals). atrovastatin tablets ip -20 mg 1 tabs (2 times daily after meals) sorbitrate -10 mg 1 tabs 3 times daily after meals,the short answer is this: your father should continue taking all these medications until a doctor tells him he can stop. perhaps it would help to explain what some of the medications are for. as you indicated the metformin is for blood sugar issues. part of the reason your dad's blood sugar is controlled is because he is using this pill. he should follow up regularly with a doctor regarding his diabetes and should get a hemoglobin a1c blood test every 3 months at the lab. the telmisartan is indeed a blood pressure pill. again the reason your dad's blood pressure is controlled is at least partly due to taking this pill. it's very important he not stop or decrease his blood pressure medication after having an angioplasty. clopidogrel is a blood thinning medication. if your dad had stents placed in the arteries of his heart during the angioplasty the doctor may want to keep him on clopidogrel for a year or longer. this medication helps prevent the blood's platelet cells from sticking to the stents and causing a blood clot. atorvastatin is a medication to help keep your dad's cholesterol within normal limits. excessive cholesterol in the blood can cause clogged arteries and heart problems. sorbitrate treats a couple of different heart conditions including angina (chest pain). so as you can see your dad needs all of these medications to help manage his diabetes blood pressure and heart problems. he should not stop or reduce his use of these medications. if you have any questions about this please follow up with his doctor. best to you both!
i just suffered intense and unbearable period cramps a massive lump fell out?,hi it sounds like miscarriage pregnancy test can stay postive for 2 weeks after miscarriage you can use it to confirm also contraceptive pills cause false positive pregnancy test if you used them last 30 days in general miscarriage looks white and blood good luck
i had rotatory cuff surgery and it locks up on me?,hi the sooner you get it checked the easier it can be treated you need physical therapy to avoid recurrence good luck
what can people with bipolar disorder expect from treatment?,bipolar disorder has no cure but can be effectively treated over the long-term. it is best controlled when treatment is continuous rather than on and off. in the step-bd study a little more than half of the people treated for bipolar disorder recovered over one year's time. for this study recovery meant having two or fewer symptoms of the disorder for at least eight weeks. however even with proper treatment mood changes can occur. in the step-bd study almost half of those who recovered still had lingering symptoms. these people experienced a relapse or recurrence that was usually a return to a depressive state. if a person had a mental illness in addition to bipolar disorder he or she was more likely to experience a relapse. scientists are unsure however how these other illnesses or lingering symptoms increase the chance of relapse. for some people combining psychotherapy with medication may help to prevent or delay relapse. treatment may be more effective when people work closely with a doctor and talk openly about their concerns and choices. keeping track of mood changes and symptoms with a daily life chart can help a doctor assess a person's response to treatments. sometimes the doctor needs to change a treatment plan to make sure symptoms are controlled most effectively. a psychiatrist should guide any changes in type or dose of medication.
what could be the cause of low low hemoglobin?,com your low haemoglobin is mostly due to malabsorption of iron from the gut according to aging…this is normal but this means you may need a haematinic supplement or injection. also eat iron reach foods. green leavy vegetables…vitamin b12 helps binding haemoglobin to the red cells so you need to get enough b12 also…
how much specialty training should physicians have?,a recent editorial in one of the major medical journals discussed the implications of additional post-residency fellowship training. fellowships are the medical profession’s “finishing schools. ” typically they go for one or two years after completion of a standard residency which itself can be up to seven years after medical school. therefore it is a significant investment by a young physician who already has spent much of his or her youth in training and education. fellowships are very important because as the world of medical practice — in all specialties — becomes more and more complex particularly because of new technology and science it is impossible to master all areas of the core specialty. that important editorial was written by a prominent educator in the specialty of head and neck surgery my core specialty. he noted that of the 265 trainees finishing residencies in head and neck surgery in approved american residencies 39 percent were pursuing additional fellowship training. that is an impressive percentage. the doctor felt that there were several reasons for that quest for more knowledge and experience. first and most laudable the desire for excellence. next the reality that many young doctors are now reluctant to go into private practice because of the expense the hassles of eternally battling insurance companies and more unproductive government regulation and meddling. tied to that they are going to be drawn to working at universities and other mega-sized multi-specialty medical centers. particularly with those seeking an academic affiliation a fellowship represents a great entry onto one’s resume. however the most important thing is whether or not fellowship training for some percentage of surgeons is good for patients. my stance is that it is very important. the best surgeons within narrow niches of given specialties have generally had fellowship training. here is an example from another specialty. orthopedic surgery has so many divisions that it has long operated fellowship programs. after all there are orthopedic surgeons who sub-specialize in spine surgery hand surgery pediatric orthopedics and sports medicine. now there are orthopedic surgeons who do only joint replacements. a subset of that group are the superspecialists in artificial hip placement or artificial knee replacement. this is good for patients because it brings to them the most narrowly focused finely tuned specialty talent. whether you are considering having shoulder replacement or a hernia repair or cosmetic nasal plastic surgery you are generally in the best hands when those hands have been trained by a fellowship.
is tens (e-stim) safe to use for prostate?,regarding your question as per practicing it’s okay as it’s widely used now and giving promising results but evidence based wise no conclusive studies has identified whether it’s hundred percent safe or not…
i have hives all over my body. every part of me is swollen now. how sould i determin if i need to go to the hospital? . i don't know what caused this. i woke up at 3am with them. when i stood up for too long i would get really dizzy and faint feeling. i have them from my mead down to my toes and everything in between.,the question is why havn't you gone already. that i don't think is normal and you should go pronto/now!
can a patient request a double appointment with their pcp if they need more time to ask questions without paying extra? . senior citizen patients specifically?,in my opinion yes. you can request more time. the medical provider has a way of up-coding the visit so they get paid a bit more by medicare or insurance companies. as a paying consumer (regardless of who actually pays) the doctor really works for you. your paid consultant so to speak. i really feel that they should spend extra time especially if requested by the patient. not all medical maladies can be evaluated and cured in ten minutes (or less)! if your medical provider is not agreeable perhaps it is time to shop for someone who will be compassionate enough to spend the time necessary to meet your needs.
what is the prognosis for severe fibromyalgia? will i ever be able to return to work?,fibromyalgia is very treatable so there is a very good chance that you will return to work. you should return to work. <link>
is the reason why i can't lose weight and keep it off because of my family history of obesity? . i am a 19 year old female i have 1 child who is 14 months old. at one point after my child was born i was exercising 5 times a day and on a strict diet plan for 4 months. i only lost 15lbs during this time. after that 4 months i was only able to work out once a day and still on the same diet i gained half the weight back. my family is anywhere between 200 and 400lbs please help before it gets worse i currently weigh 220lbs.,obesity can be caused by genetics or environmental factors. the reason that you are having a hard time on losing weight may also be indirectly related to having a sedentary lifestyle. you can stay more active and be more mindful about the kinds of foods that you take in so you will stay in shape and prevent the appearances of unwanted fats.
my daughter has a ring around her iris is it a kayser-freischer ring?,it could be normal pigmentation. how long have this been there? kayser-freicher rings are possible but needs to be related with other symptoms and genetic and family history as it is an inherited disorder. have an ophthalmologist verify kaysers and an internist run a wilson’s screening.
i am 4 weeks pregnant and my throat is very sore. my tonsils feel swollen but i don’t have a cold. what can i take?,keep your throat moist and drink plenty of fluids specifically those that will not dehydrate you (less or no caffeine). if you have regular issues with allergies partner with your pharmacist and physician to make sure it is right for you concerning the timing or current trimester of your pregnancy. keep gargling with hot water with salt added. you could also keep drinking lemon juice mixed to warm water and add honey insead of sugar. you could have green tea with honey. keep having warm soup and water. take care.
since birth i don’t recall having any sense of smell?,this is mostly what is known as specific anosemia. it is a congenital disorder of no cause or due to hypothroidism. acetylcystine tests are used to diagnose anosrmia. thanks
i'm 45 years old. in the last six months my four bottom front teeth have shifted. is it worth going to an orthodontist?,although it’s completely up to you i would recommend having a comprehensive exam with your general dentist to rule out a periodontal or gum and bone problem. then you can see the orthodontist.
which days are safe to do sex from unwanted pregnancy? . which days are safe to do sex from unwanted pregnancy?,hi there is the rhythm method like this a method of avoiding conception favoured by the roman catholic church by which sexual intercourse is restricted to the times of a woman's menstrual cycle when ovulation is least likely to occur. just google rhythm method for far more info but if you really don't want to get pregnant then there is the bc pill unless your against them or your body cant handle them but have you thought of the mini pill its just one hormone and low dose. then you will know for sure. remember safe sex is the best sex. good luck
what can cause severe leg cramps and night sweats? . i feel like i have the flu all of the time. body aches which gets worse with any activity. low energy. it feels like millions of needles piercing my body. i get up on an average of 5x per night with severe leg cramps and body sweating including urinating. then i get really cold. i pace the floors at night because of the pain yet i am so tired all i want to do is sleep.,hi i have had similar experience due to my condition which is hypotuatrisum growth hormone deficient i have that when my testosterone is low hope that helps. regards mike
can a child take azithromycin after taking a teaspoon of amoxicillin,yes if it was specifically prescribed by his/her medical provider in the proper doses.
why is my cervical mucus not changing? does this mean i am now infertile if it used to?,hi sorry for asking and your age is? it would help to help you.
why don’t men take better care of themselves?,the problem is when men are young they’re going to live forever nothing’s going to get in their way that’s why young guys do stupid things. because it’s not going to hurt them. why are teenagers promiscuous in the face of hiv hepatitis c and all those other diseases because it will happen to somebody else but it won’t happen to them and then as men get older they get into this pattern of reactive care. they don’t understand about proactive health care they don’t understand that that’s their body for life that they have to be in tune with their body and take care of it and if they do the quality of their life experience will be dramatically improved. but when they do these abusive things when they drink too much drugs overweight then that impacts on them. they don’t realize that that “never happening to me ” it will happen and then it’s just around the corner. and then it’s often too late. why is it too late? because they’ve had years of abusive behaviors. they’ve eaten the wrong foods they’ve had too much to drink they smoke hypertension diabetes liver disorders cholesterol problems. and those are the guys you know you read about people in their 40s and 50s who suddenly get a heart attack and die or have a massive stroke. it doesn’t make sense. sometimes it’s random bad luck but sometimes it’s things they’ve been doing all these years. unlike women who mentally society programs them to be into preventative health. they go to the ob-gyn young in life. they go to the doctor for checkups. women are the leaders in health care in this country almost all of the health care decisions are driven by women. i’m sure on webmd a lot of the women in fact on the men’s health message board a lot of times it’s women asking the questions. you want to wonder if it’s about blood in the semen or erection disorders or pain or lumps or bumps how come the guy isn’t there asking the question himself? and it’s because that’s not what guys do. guys will comment on it but i don’t know whether it’s fear or denial or maybe they don’t value themselves enough but the wives are the ones that go online and ask the questions. even on your message board. even on the men’s health message board. women are the ones asking the questions.
what can my doctor do to help stop the spread of cre infections?,we need all healthcare leaders and personnel to act now to help stop cre. it’s critical for doctors to prescribe existing antibiotics very carefully in order to preserve these lifesaving drugs for as long as possible. otherwise cre could very well be the beginning of the end of antibiotics. other prevention steps include: • knowing if patients in your facility have cre o requesting immediate alerts when the lab identifies cre o alerting the receiving facility when a cre patient transfers and find out when a patient with cre transfers into your facility • protecting patients from cre o following contact precautions and hand hygiene recommendations when treating patients with cre o dedicating rooms and staff to cre patients whenever possible o prescribing antibiotics carefully o removing temporary medical devices such as catheters and ventilators as soon as possible cdc offers other cre prevention guidelines that have proven to reduce cre infections.
are there any interactions between wellbutrin xl and mucinex dm?,there are no significantly dangerous interactions between wellbutrin and mucinex dm. you can take the two medications together safely. you should always ask your pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter medication to ensure it is safe and the best choice for you and your symptoms.
i've a newly closed anal fistula. i can feel a bulge from the fluid; the pressure is very uncomfortable. is it healing? . it's drained for a couple years. now the bubble of fluid feels like i have a marble up my rear. i can push on the bubble and this forces the fluid back and it's comfortable for up to an hour but then the bubble fills back up. is this normal? is this just it finally healing?,"there is no way for a medical provider to blindly answer that question without an examination. i am sorry. i would suggest that you call your medical provider -- someone who knows you and your particular case -- for advise in this matter. anal fissures are tiny tears or cracks. they do not typically have ""bubbles"" so i would be concerned about a cyst or abscess forming."
my mother is currently covered by medicare but many physicians are not accepting medicare any longer. she's concerned about whether to stay on medicare upgrade her coverage or try to figure out how these exchanges work and whether she should switch. do you have any advice or suggestions?,"your mother's situation with medicare is becoming more frequent. as medicare payments have not increased over the recent years more and more doctors are not seeing new medicare patients. unfortunately the new health insurance exchanges under the health care law are not for medicare patients. but one option your mother may want to consider is looking at available private health plans that serve medicare patients- so-called ""medicare advantage"" plans. the good news is that you can always stay with your traditional medicare coverage. or go back to it if the private medicare advantage options don't work for you."
i am unemployed on state unemployment insurance benefits and a 54-year-old male in new jersey. will i need to pay for insurance or will the state cover it because i am on unemployment insurance?,you'll likely be required to have health insurance (although there are hardship exemptions available to people who don't have access to an affordable option) and your income will determine the kind of financial help you receive to pay for it. if you're currently unemployed it's likely you'll qualify for medicaid which will be made available to you at virtually no cost. if your income is too high for medicaid (about $15 856 annually) you're likely to qualify for tax credits to lower your premiums and possibly subsidies to lower your out-of-pocket costs when you go for medical visits.
how can a change in diet trigger travelers' diarrhea?,it's due to eating different kinds of foods such as much more spicy food or more fat than in our normal diets. that is not something we typically pay as much attention to avoiding when we travel but we have to be wary of these things. not every change in our bowel habits is due to infection. infection is the most important cause of travelers' diarrhea and most is caused by bacteria.
what is a tracheotomy?,in medical terms the suffix “-otomy” means to cut or separate. in a tracheotomy a surgeon cuts a small hole in the front of the trachea (windpipe). tracheotomy is most often performed on people who require weeks of mechanical ventilation (dependence on a breathing machine). tracheotomy is also performed in emergencies for choking; for people with neck cancer; as an extreme treatment for obstructive sleep apnea; and for other less common conditions. after the surgeon cuts through the skin and trachea she inserts a plastic tube into the hole. this tube is called a tracheostomy tube (“-ostomy” means an artificially created passage out of the body). oftentimes the surgery and the tube itself are referred together simply as a tracheostomy.
what type of surgeon performs a tubal ligation reversal?,"you are looking for a gynecologist who specializes in tubal ligation reversal. not all ob-gyns perform this procedure so you may have to spend some time finding just the right person. it's worth noting tubal ligation reversal isn't successful in all cases. women who had tubal ligation using rings or clips generally seem to have the best results from reversal surgery. older women who had large sections of the fallopian tube removed may have less success with reversal. reversing a tubal ligation is not exactly ""easy. "" the process involves a number of pre- and post-operative steps. the surgery itself is generally performed under general anesthesia. the post-surgery pregnancy rate can range from 40% to 85%. i mention these things for women reading this post who may be considering having their tubes tied. make sure it's something you absolutely positively want to do because it's not a decision you can easily reverse. tubal ligation is intended to be 'permanent' birth control. if you have doubts about whether or not you really want to give up the ability to have children in the future then i suggest you opt for an intrauterine contraceptive device (iud) or something non-permanent. you can always get your tubes tied later. wishing you well!"
do i have multiple sclerosis i’ve been having a lot of pain in my legs and a lot of muscle spasms?,hi this is not multiple sclerosis for sure. this type of pain and symptom is usually seen in early stages of sciatica or a lumbar disc prolapse causing a nerve root compression in the lower back spine. take some anti inflammatory tablets rest local gel and hot fomentation. if unrelieved get a mri of the lumbar spine done. hypocalcemia also can be a cause and starting calcium supplements can help thanks
"should patients with the ""flu-like"" or ""mono-like"" illness of primary hiv infection be treated?",there are theoretical reasons why patients identified with hiv around the time they are first infected (primary acute infection) may benefit from the immediate initiation of potent antiviral therapy. preliminary evidence suggests that unique aspects of the body's immune response to the virus may be preserved by this strategy. it is thought that treatment during the primary infection may be an opportunity to help the body's natural defense system to work against hiv. thus patients may gain improved control of their infection while on therapy and perhaps even after therapy is stopped. at one time the hope was that if therapy was started very early in the course of the infection hiv could be eradicated. most evidence today however suggests that this is not the case. consequently early treatment is not likely to result in a cure although other benefits may still exist. the current recommendation is that patients with primary infection should be referred to clinical studies where the potential role of therapy can be discussed and further explored. if emotional or social situations make adherence to such treatment questionable however the patients are clearly better off delaying therapy.
is it possible that a baby could be conceived on august 29 2011 and deliver june 27 2012?,ten months gestation? unlikely. that would be pushing the post-term babies a bit longer than the average nine months.
how can bipolar disorder in childhood and adolescence be prevented?,bipolar disorder cannot be prevented. but there are ways to help manage or prevent mood changes. the first and most important preventive measure is to make sure your child takes his or her medicines as directed. bipolar disorder is a long-term condition and generally requires lifelong treatment with medicines. reducing stress getting regular sleep and exercise and staying on a daily routine may help prevent mood swings and can help with the symptoms of depression and mania. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
is it possible for a female to have chlamydia and have unprotected sex with her partner and him not get it.? . i have been with the same person for 6 months and never cheated but i tested positive for chlamydia and my partner and i have had unprotected sex but he tested negative for it.,hi this whole field of chlamydia is a bit odd some say it does and some say it doe's not have antibodies well he has either been playing away or he does have antibodies if these would protect him and not you and if he does have antibodies he could be a carrier. its a problem as he could have had it a few years ago and out its popped and you got it its that simple. this a couple of other sti's and std's are well known for doing just that and it could be up to 15 years they call the marriage wrecker's. do hope this helps in some way. good luck
can i be pregnant with out having sex? . i don't know what to do i'm late on my period and i've never had sex or kissed a boy in my life im sooo scared? can i be pregnant yes or no please tell me something idk what to do? .,the only way that a women can get pregnant without sex is though artificial insemination something that i know you have not done. being late on your period is very very common in women especially young women and does not mean pregnancy especially in someone who has never had a sexual relationship. most of the time your period will straighten out on its own in another cycle. if not you can see your medical provider but please do not worry that you are pregnant.
crooked stiff neck and slight neck pain?,hi pain stiffness and crooked neck can be caused by prolapse of intervertebral disc. it can also be caused due to severe muscular spasm. the diagnosis depends on your history duration of illness and the progress. an mri will help to confirm the diagnosis. thanks
19 mo. old had a 102 degree fever friday but seemed to break it with meds-now isn't urinating normal-no bw mvmt 2 dys. he had wet diapers yesterday but not as frequent as normal. his diaper this morning was dry and clean which is very abnormal. he hasn't had a bowel movement since friday. he was drinking milk all day yesterday but wouldn't eat anything substantial. he acts fine just kind of sporatic cranky. his belly and back don't seem to be sensitive or in pain.,"just get him to drink more. not just milk (which can be constipating in some children). the lack of bowel movement is not concerning as long as he is acting fine. when you are not drinking sufficient fluids the body actually pulls water from the colon to use (not the bladder). there may not be any ""extra"" fluid for him to urinate so this is why you need to really encourage good hydration today. signs of dehydration in children would include dry eyes (no tears) and a dry mouth (no saliva). if he has wet eyes and mouth you can just hang in there a bit longer and see if increased fluids today will help. popsicles commercially-available electrolyte solutions jello ice chips etc. all can entice a toddler to hydrate."
1 yr old boy has a yeast infection rash. we are going boating. is it safe for him to go in the lake water with this? . the nurse at the little clinic had a look and confirmed it is yeast and not plain diaper rash. my son is not immunocompromised he is not ill. i am just concerned about putting his infected bottom in the reservoir we are going boating on this week (too late to turn back now all paid for) because giardia(sp? ). yes i have purchased an otc anti-fungal cream.,hi if this is from his diaper when ever you can get it off him and let his skin breath and be dry yeast infections do love the dampness but letting him in the water will not hurt him but try and leave the diaper off why in the water. as this is a lake? yes when ever you can give the rash a sea salt water wash this will help him and help get rid of the rash. do hope this helps him and you. good luck
how to find medical mairjuana and a dr to prescripe it in florida. saw a video about medical marijuana for children with epilepsy and they thought it would be good for many other conditions in adults and children.,a ballot measure to approve marijuana for medical usage was closely defeated in florida during the november 4 2014 elections. a 60% voter approval was needed to legalize medical marijuana and only 58% of the voters agreed with the proposed action. washington d. c oregon guam and alaska gave their approvals to medical marijuana during the same election. proponents of medical marijuana promise to put the measure on the florida ballot again in the near future.
how does smoking marijuana on an empty stomach effects you,after smoking a doobie on an empty stomach i will tend to wonder into the kitchen and poke my head around in the refrigerator in search of some. munchies! . lmfao
i just recently had a wound closed on my neck and shoulder. the bottom of the wound is red and puffy is it infected?,perhaps. redness and swelling are signs of infection or inflammation so it would be wise to see your medical provider to determine the reason. inflammation can be caused by the suture material but your biggest concern would be a wound infection. infected wounds can quickly get out of hand so do not delay in getting this properly examined.
can a senior who has had shingles get them again by being exposed to child with chickenpox?,no. you already have shingles. it is just in remission; suppressed by your immune system. you can get a shingles relapse at any time but a new exposure will not give you shingles again.
advice for frequent urination and possible prostatitis? . male early 30s. i have been suffering from frequent urination (or urge to urinate) for almost 5 months now. diagnosed originally with prostatitis. i had previously been given cipro and bactrim for a total of 7 weeks neither of which helped at all. tried an anti-inflammatory for a week same result. i have had 2 dres with normal results (1 by gp 1 by urologist) and my psa was 1. 2. what else can i consider for treatment? since nothing is helping should i be concerned it may be cancer?,your question provided specific and helpful details. it was a great question. right up to the beginning of your final sentence. why would you suspect cancer? i know that you are feeling uncomfortable and probably more than a little frustrated; it is understandable. but for the time being i would put cancer near the bottom of my list of possible causes for your condition. your psa result was 1. 2 and you had 2 dres with normal results. urinary frequency can have many causes including infections injury to the bladder dietary influences urinary bladder stones benign enlargement of the prostate gland diabetes & medication side effects etc. treatment of frequent urination is directed at the specific cause. please do not give up in your quest for a diagnosis of this condition. many treatments are available. just for example the following link is from a webmd article citing twenty-two (22) different medications to treat frequent urination. the first task that is necessary prior to treatment should be to ascertain the reason for your frequent urination. <link> depending on the cause in office non -surgical procedures as well as surgical procedures are available in addition to medications as possible treatment options through your urologist. if your urologist is not investigating and testing for all medical and non-medical causes of your condition then seeking a 2nd opinion from another urologist is justified. with treatments for frequent urination readily available you deserve some resolution to your condition.
how is congestive heart failure diagnosed?,the diagnosis of congestive heart failure is most often a clinical one that is based on knowledge of the patient's pertinent medical history a careful physical examination and selected laboratory tests. a thorough patient history may disclose the presence of one or more of the symptoms of congestive heart failure described above. in addition a history of significant coronary artery disease prior heart attack hypertension diabetes or significant alcohol use can be clues. the physical examination is focused on detecting the presence of extra fluid in the body (breath sounds leg swelling or neck veins) as well as carefully characterizing the condition of the heart (pulse heart size heart sounds and murmurs). useful diagnostic tests include the electrocardiogram (ecg) and chest x-ray to detect previous heart attacks arrhythmia heart enlargement and fluid in and around the lungs. perhaps the single most useful diagnostic test is the echocardiogram in which ultrasound is used to image the heart muscle valve structures and blood flow patterns. the echocardiogram is very helpful in diagnosing heart muscle weakness. in addition the test can suggest possible causes for the heart muscle weakness (for example prior heart attack and severe valve abnormalities). virtually all patients in whom the diagnosis of congestive heart failure is suspected should ideally undergo echocardiography early in their assessment. nuclear medicine studies assess the overall pumping capability of the heart and examine the possibility of inadequate blood flow to the heart muscle. heart catheterization allows the arteries to the heart to be visualized with angiography (using dye inside of the blood vessels that can be seen using x-ray methods). during catheterization the pressures in and around the heart can be measured and the heart's performance assessed. in rare cases a biopsy of the heart tissue may be recommended to diagnose specific diseases. this biopsy can often be accomplished through the use of a special catheter device that is inserted into a vein and maneuvered into the right side of the heart. another helpful diagnostic test is a blood test called a bnp or brain natriuretic peptide level. this level can vary with age and gender but is typically elevated from heart failure and can aid in the diagnosis and can be useful in following the response to treatment of congestive heart failure. the choice of tests depends on each patient's case and is based on the suspected diagnoses.
i had some shots in my mouth when getting a crown. i have pain. iit's been 9 days now and i still can't open my mouth.,call your dentist so that you can be examined again. this is not normal.
i have a stabbing intense pain on my right side 4 wks after haveing shingles. it feels like my insides are being pulled. my skin surface is numb but it feels is if someone is pulling my insides out on my right side. the pain is intense and although i am on pain meds. it is still a horrible pulling ache. any suggestions?,you need to see your medical provider again. you may have post-herpetic neuralgia -- a painful condition after having shingles. there are treatments for this but they are prescriptions.
i am on lisinopril. 10 mg dermatologist recently prescribed. 25 mg of spironolactone. is this safe?,you are already taking lisinopril your hair loss problem should be addressed by stress reduction diet and iron supplementation.
it’s sunday and my 3 year old son has an earache. should i take him to the er or an urgent care clinic?,i have a better idea: stay home. there are a handful of causes of ear pain. an “ear infection” is infected fluid behind the eardrum in a space called the “middle ear. ” the medical term for this is “otitis media ” sometimes called “acute otitis media” to stress that it begins suddenly. acute otitis media almost always occurs after a child has had nasal congestion for a few days most typically from a cold. if your child complains of ear pain and hasn’t been congested it probably isn’t an ear infection. even if your child really does have an ear infection you don’t necessarily have to rush to have it checked. an antibiotic isn’t thefirst thing he needs. in fact it may not be necessary at all! so what should parents do about a weekend or middle-of-the-night earache? if the child looks miserable and sick he really should be seen right away. if the pain is more mild or moderate give him a dose of pain medicine like ibuprofen or have him hold a warm heating pad against the ear. if the pain subsides with these simple measures an emergency trip to the doctor or er is not necessary. what happens if you delay starting antibiotics for an ear infection? as long as the child isn’t super-miserable it’s ok to wait a bit. ear infections it turns out usually go away on their own. waiting a day or two if your child is reasonably comfortable is a good way to avoid extra costs hassle and antibiotics. note that this advice is meant for children older than two who can speak and describe what they’re feeling. if your child is younger you should call your doctor for more specific advice on whether you ought to wait a few days before being seen on the weekend.
my son is almost 11 and most of his adult teeth are in. can he use whitening toothpaste?,sensodyne is a toothpaste for patients with sensitive teeth who would like to whiten their teeth. the jury is out on what is an appropriate age to whiten teeth. whitening toothpastes have polishing agents in addition to the mild abrasives that help remove surface stains from teeth. teeth that have surface stains are cleaned and whitened by whitening toothpastes. however deeper stains won’t be affected. if your teeth have deeper darker stains due to injury or certain medications a more thorough brightening treatment such as bleaching or microabrasion will be required. if you choose to use whitening toothpaste make sure the toothpaste contains fluoride as well as whitening agents.
i have a small bump under my eye above the jaw line and some puffiness under the eye that is causing mild pain. any idea? . this all started about a week ago. my eye is not red or itchy. it has some watering. the bump under the eye above the jaw line is causing some discomfort when i try to eat. i am diabetic and i also have high blood pressure if this helps. and my eye feels sore like a bruise would feel like.,sorry you're going through this. unfortunately it's not possible to diagnose this problem in an internet forum. you need an examination. this will determine the cause of the bump. many things can cause a bump like the one you describe. if it's near your teeth it could be an abscess. if it's in the fleshy part of your skin it could be a cyst. it could also be something scary like a cancer. this is why you should see a health care provider. he or she will be able to tell you what to do to treat this bump. the sooner you have a diagnosis the better. wishing you all the best!
how much more does a girl grow physically in height after she starts her period,unpredictable. you would have to review her medical growth charts look at the parents and then make an estimate. some girls start their period at age 9-10 and grow quite a bit; some start their periods at age 15 and do not grow as much.
how is spondylolisthesis and stenosis affected by exercise and what restrictions are necessary?,spondylolisthesis is a condition where one vertebra slips forward over an adjacent vertebra. it typically occurs in the lumbar spine and is the result of an injury to or degeneration of one or both of the facet joints of the bone. facet joints help support the weight of the spine and control movement (extension flexion and twisting). symptoms of spondylolisthesis although not present in everyone (it depends on the degree of slippage) can include pain in the low back thighs or legs. pain is due to inflammation of the facet joint or compression impingement or shear forces on a disc. the condition is also associated with muscle spasms weakness and tightness (low back and hamstrings). exercises that emphasize proper body mechanics and stabilize the spine during movements like flexion and extension and stretches for the low back and hamstrings should be prescribed. pelvic tilts abdominal crunches with legs on a chair leg raises (with knees bent and abdominal muscles contracted the bent knee is lifted) and gluteal piriformis and hamstring stretches can all be helpful. proper ergonomics while seated at a desk proper posture while standing and safe lifting technique should all be taught. exercises to avoid are forward bending without the knees bent and abdominals tight bending forward while twisting and any other movement that causes pain. exercises should be individualized depending on the symptoms type and grade of spondylolisthesis. no exercises should be performed if the individual has symptoms and exercises that cause pain should be stopped immediately. you should speak with your client's doctor before you prescribe any exercises and i recommend that you become familiar with the anatomy and biomechanics of the injury as well as the effects of different exercises on the spine.
can prednisone or anything other than nsaids be useful for hemorrhoid treatment. been using prep h ointment prep h suppositories witch hazel wipes and ibuprofen for 10 days. only getting worse. i have a colonoscopy scheduled for next tuesday but getting very concerned. scared even. excessive bleeding and pain.,if the bleeding is coming from those hemorrhoids they may need to be surgically removed. the colonoscopy is going to determine if you have internal hemorrhoids polyps or other reasons to account for your bleeding. prednisone will not help hemorrhoids in any way. even nsaids like aspirin can cause more bleeding so this may not be the best pain medication for you.
"i'm a north carolina resident/employee that has employer provided single health insurance coverage for 2014. i will return to the group plan in 2015. why does bcbs have a ""monopoly"" in nc as they and 1 other company are our only options?",since you have employer coverage it is up to your employer what plans are being offered. it is true however that in most states there are one or two dominant insurers in both the individual and small employer market. one of the goals of the aca is to try to increase the number of options available for people who shop through the marketplace. unfortunately that goal was not reached in all areas at least for 2014.
i was told yesterday that my baby has no heart rate at 38 weeks and 3 days?,was there a fetal ultrasound done? you can ask your doctor to double check with another ultrasound. so you can rest assured.
"my dad has chronic hiccups for the last 2 months every 5 seconds. nothing has worked from his doctor. specialist? . a couple years ago he had prostate surgery. they caught the cancer early and were able to remove it. he's changed his diet to bring down his cholesterol and blood pressure. he's 5'6"" 150 pounds. his doctors has prescribed him medication liquids but nothing has worked and it's even worse today. i don't know if there's a specialist that handles this type of thing. there isn't much information online about it. what should be the next step here? where do we start?","start with a gastroenterologist. in many cases this can be ""fixed"" with a combination of medications and even surgery. i have had bouts with chronic hiccups my entire life until i found a permanent over-the-counter medicine that cured them for me and keep me from ever getting them anymore (and i am in my mid-40's). i would get the hiccups for 1 to 4 days which would lead to other problems with the spasms flaring up my ulcer. i am not a doctor but i know it works for me and improved my quality of life 100%. the named-brand medicine is not labeled for a hiccup cure and the only main ingredient is what does the job for me. every day i take just one time-released tablet of just plain mucinex (blue and white box) made by reckitt benckiser. although it is designed to work as an expectorant to relieve chest congestion and it thins and loosens mucus it does a whole lot more for me. the main ingredient guaifenesin (600 mg) is what stopped my hiccups when i last had them mid-2012 and i have been taking one or two 12-hour tablets daily ever since. if you get another brand it will probably not be time released so be careful as it may work for 4 hours at the most. i hope this helps and please let me know if it does because it sure changed my life. my dad is having the same problem. did your dad's condition improved? if so can you please share what he did?"
how does bipolar disorder affect someone over time?,"i have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder. i have struggled and struggled and even though i'm on daily meds i still have trouble. this answer is from my own experience and from my heart. people are genetically predisposed to bpd. that means we're born with it and will die with it. there is no cure. so the first way it affects us over time is that it is a constant ""cross to bear "" for our entire lives and we either cope or literally die. suicide risky behavior or pissing off the wrong person during an episode of rage are some threats to our existence. i have been dangerously near suicide four times - i remember them especially because i was serious. another way it affects us over time - it's like a failing marriage. things are ok a lot of the time but the more and more you argue with the same person about the same thing the frustration compounds and you would do anything just to make this so-and-so go away. well you can get out of a bad marriage. i've been aware of my disorder for five years now and i'm 35 so this is as far as my experience goes. i don't know how i will be at 40 50 60. but from the way it looks now my strategies will have to change and become more potent if i am to survive. it is literally a constant battle except that your sworn enemy and foe is inside your head. and it's smart. it's similar to our smartphones and apps now the ones that ""learn"" your search preferences and even your voice over time. it finds a way to use your own thoughts against you. for example if i am going through a mixed manic-depressive episode i believe (with all my heart! ) that no one loves me that i am a failure that i will never be ok and that i should just take myself out. it is literally temporary insanity! i am a healthy vibrant attractive career-oriented single mother of a beautiful daughter with a fully loving and supportive family a therapist who loves me and stays on standby and i have goals. i am a normal person. but during those times i am absolutely certain that i am alone that i will fail at my goals like so many times before and that i have no reason to go on living. its the disease. it talks to me in my head and it's hard to differentiate between the sane voice and the insane one until the episode is over. then i'm perfectly ok. just like that. lastly things that are affected over time are relationships with friends family and romantic relationships and jobs. we struggle with dealing with ourselves so of course others who have to deal with us struggle too. i have had to re-start my career 3 times because i would build up a great rep at a job and then eventually get fired for emotional instability. so that's where the ""failure"" thoughts come from - how do i know it won't happen again? just yesterday i couldn't stop crying for four hours at work even while interacting with my co-workers. i cannot control or guide when or how intense it will be when it hits. hope this helps!"
if a patient is hospitalized in observation can aspiration be prevented?,i do not know the details of this patient or the reason for hospitalization but aspiration should be prevented unless of course there are specific medical reasons that have lead to his aspiratioin.
is my myocardial block the direct reason for my syncope symptoms or is it likely there may be something else going on?,in my opinion it is not likely the cause it could be temporary hypotension or due to high cholesterol as the myocardial bridge is most commonly causing severe symptoms as vasospasm and angina.
i have been having breathlessness and dizziness which has been almost constant. i am extremely fatigued and have had occasional chest pains?,hi so you are getting b12 injections but yoi still have b1 2 6 and magnesium deficiency have you done a cbc for testing haemoglobin level? you must be suffering either malabsorption problem or malnutrition. do you have a healthy diet or you have any problem with digestion?
i have mysterious contracted muscle on left side of back somewhere on rhomboid muscle?,this is most probably an old muscle strain that healed with fibrosis in my opinion you should see an osteopath as he can assess soft tissue lesions and treat them also a physiotherapist can help by using us therapy and deep friction massage.
what causes this is it serious? . i seem to have near my pee hole some white bumps or lines. i have no idea what they are and am wondering what is the cause and is it serious.,"you do realize that i have no way of seeing your urinary opening or even knowing if you are a male or female. there is no way for me or any medical professional to answer this question blindly over the internet let alone determine if these ""white bumps or lines"" are serious or not. clearly this is concerning you so take the next logical step and see a medical professional. -- someone who can examine you and hopefully provide the answer."
can hot showers a day cause cancer? . i love to take hot showers and take three 5-10 minute showers a day - morning noon and evening. is there a danger of cell damage or cancer from this practice? also are three too many? i like the water very hot. is this bad? our water in our city is chlorinated. should i be concerned?,hot showers will not cause cell damage or cancer. chlorinated water is safe.
what is this small round solid slightly red bump between upper arm and breast that's not moveable? . there is only 1 bump and i have had it for almost a month. it is on the skin not underneath it. i am a 24 year old female. i have a dermatology appointment on the 21st but i'm a bit anxious about it and wondered if there were ideas about it.,the good news is this bump is on the skin. usually lumps on the skin aren't serious (in other words not like a breast cancer which usually resides deeper in the tissue). several things could cause a bump like you describe. it could be a boil for example. if so the good news is it can be drained treated and probably won't return. other than that i wouldn't want to speculate. you've done the right thing by scheduling a medical appointment. try not to feel too anxious. soon you'll know exactly what this thing is and then you can move forward with a treatment plan. feel better soon!
if you have unprotected sex on nov 3 is it possible to tell with a home test that you are pregnant on the 18th?,the answer to this question lies in your individual menstrual cycle. depending on the brand (you need to read the box) you can take a home pregnancy test as early as a day after you miss your period. some tests claim you can test 3 to 4 days before you miss your period but testing too soon can give you a false negative result. it may be better to wait the few extra days to see if you miss your period and then test. for best results i suggest taking the test first thing in the morning when your urine is most concentrated. home pregnancy tests measure the level of human chorionic gonadatropin (hcg) in your urine. this hormone is produced in great quantities beginning shortly after fertilization of an egg occurs. by taking the pregnancy test first thing in the morning you ensure any hcg in your urine is very concentrated and easy for the test to detect. so step one: wait until you miss your period. step two: home pregnancy test. hope this helps! i had an accurate positive home test 2 weeks after conception with my 2nd child so yes it is possible. if it comes back positive best thing to do is go to the doctor and get it confirmed. thats what i did
"can women benefit health-wise or nutritionally if they swallow male ejaculate? i've seen ""yes"" in other sites.",there is no nutritional or health benefits from swallowing semen. this is just a rumor started by men. do it if you want. while it will not make you live longer have clearer skin etc. it is harmless.
is a pap smear or hpv test recommended for women?,your age may be one of the more important determinants in whether hpv testing is recommended. among younger women infections with hpv are very common. often a younger woman’s immune system is able to fight off an hpv infection. thus some type of pap smear may be the best choice for screening. by contrast if a women in her 30s or older has a positive test for high risk hpv it might be assumed that she has a more worrisome persisting infection. 90% of cervical cancers occur in unscreened or under-screened women (demay 2000). so you do need to get screenings but the type and interval of screening is going to depend upon your age and probably high risk hpv screening tests. liquid based paps do reduce the number of “false negative” results in the majority of women. ask your gyn if your pap will be a liquid type and if it will be reviewed by automated and human screeners. if you have one of the high risk hpv subtypes by dna testing request a copy of the results for your files so you will know which subtype you have. even if you have received a hpv vaccination you should will still need a pap smear. the recommended interval is still under discussion.
i was diagnosed with chlamydia and now with pelvic inflammatory disease (pid)?,hi if presently if you have no pelvic pain and if the sex is no longer painful then the diagnosis of pid was correct. doxicycline may have helped reduce the inflammation inside the pelvis. though doxicycline is not just pid-specific it can cure any type of infection as it is known to be a broad spectrum antibiotic. thanks
my kid was diagnosed with hand foot and mouth disease by one doc and chicken pox by another?,i would go with chicken box cuz hfmd usually goes away without treatment also hfmd does not show neck or trunk rash and no chicken box does not rash on palms and soles so u should consider other conditions as: erythema multiforme tinea enteroviral infection coxsackievirus echovirus rocky mountain spotted fever scabies secondary syphilisgood luck
my daughter cries after and sometimes while eating?,oat meal can help as oat assists in absorbing acid from stomach thus can reduce reflux.
is it safe to visit with a rsv infected baby and then with my healthy baby nephew soon after? can i carry this virus? . the two babies are both 6 months old. the sick boy is a preemie. with some breathing issues the other boy was born normal wt. and has been in good health.,"you are very very wise to ask this question. while most babies survive rsv just fine no one wants to put their infant through the horrible symptoms! rsv which stands for respiratory syncytial virus is pretty much like a really bad cold. like the common cold there are many many mutations of this virus which means it's impossible to ever be completely immune to it. most children will experience a case or two of rsv. rsv is highly contagious. it spreads in the same ways the common cold does: through direct contact with body fluids like mucus from touching contaminated surfaces and so on. so yes you can ""carry"" this virus from the infected baby (poor thing! ) to your own healthy child. but keep in mind you can catch the virus too. you will want to take precautions to avoid coming down sick yourself. when you visit the ill child try these tactics to reduce the chance of taking rsv home to your own little one: before holding or snuggling with the infected baby cover yourself with a blanket or other barrier that can be left behind or disposed of wear a face mask if the baby is sneezing a lot avoid touching surfaces in the baby's environment as much as possible do not touch your eyes or nose while visiting the ill baby or handling him wash your hands and arms thoroughly after your visit wash any other exposed skin areas touched by the baby (such as your neck which is the most wonderful place to snuggle up with an infant) you can use antimicrobial rub instead of washing but i'm a fan of good thorough handwashing with warm water and soap i'm very sorry to hear the preemie has been struck with this wretched virus. i'm glad to hear he seems to be overcoming it. you're a wonderful aunt to go visit him and i'm sure his mom can use some moral support right now too. wishing you well!"
i have a throat bacterial infection feels like i have a fluid or something in my ear?,hi in my opinion this is related to your throat infection i recommend using a decongestant treat your eustachian tube block good luck
i recieved an unprotected blowjob for about 5-10 seconds. what are the risks for contracting an std? . i am a male and i do not know the woman's std status.,i do not know here std status or sexual history either so there is really no way for anyone to know your std risk. if she had an active herpes lesion in her mouth or on her lip you could get an unwanted gift. less common but not out of the question would be chlamydia or gonorrhea which can be pharyngeal (in the throat). if this person had hepatitis b this can also be transmitted although this is typically a blood-borne pathogen. rarely if a person had syphilis this too can be orally transmitted. so this brief act could have potentially exposed you to several different stds. or none at all. should you start having symptoms of any possible stds you will need to see your medical provider so that you can be properly examined and tested.
i had 8 negative pregnancy tests and then 1 positive?,hi you are right. this seems highly impossible. the test may have been mis-interpretated. i suggest you to get a b-hcg test in the laboratory done and a ultrasound abdomen to confirm pregnancy. thanks
i am 22 years old and my penis is not as hard and erected as it was before what can i do to fix this? . i gained 20 pounds and i smoke more than i did before is that related to the erection problem?,being healthy with good circulation diet energy etc. do play a role. could be side effect of drugs or medications you're on if you're taking any. could be something more complicated too which you have to go to urologist. they are pretty cool and get questions like that all the time. vitamin e might help. it has been said to work. otherwise urologist have meds that help im sure you've seen the commercials. a nusance but not a daunting problem. could be your mood too. i have had phases of superhyped to nothin-happenin back and forth throughout the years. sometimes it's the chick! wait it out. try a health kick. maybe vitamin e. if it doesn't go away then see someone but don't freak out.
i am unemployed and can’t get insurance. i have social anxiety gad and depression. how can i get help i can't afford?,"a lack of insurance and an inability to pay more than a minimal amount should never prevent you from getting the help you need and deserve. licensed professionals including psychologists have an ethical responsibility to take a number of ""pro-bono"" cases. this means for little or no fee. of course there is a limit to the number of these cases that anyone can take but it's worth asking. you can call your local psychologists association explain your situation and ask for the names of psychologists in your area who would be willing to help you. you can also check social service agencies as well as any major hospital center because these entities generally have access to mental-health providers who require minimal fees."
what is acne?,acne is a skin condition characterized by the excess production of oil from sebaceous glands in which the hair follicles become plugged.
do i have hiv? . 12 days ago i had an interaction with someone who may have had aids day 9 i had mild diarrhea also mild headaches day 10 some sort of rash under my tongue now day 12 feeling ill with mild nausea and night sweats absolutely certain i'm hiv positive.,yes those symptoms may not be coincidental. however you might need to wait a little longer to see if you are hiv positive. test results may be incorrect if you're tested too soon. they have a test where they prick your finger just like a diabetes test. it's completely painless and it takes 15 minutes. they test for hiv antibodies and that's why you might need to wait a little longer to test. if you have an outreach center near you they offer tests for free. also was the rash white? that's a common thing for hiv. flu symptoms are a common indicator. it's certainly possible. the best way is to see if that person you had an interaction with 100% is infected. bring him/her to a test center. even if it's negative he/she could still be a carrier. it's scary but you can definitely get it under control if you feel extremely off and in danger visit the er just in case it's something else.
how long after finishing antibiotics for pneumonia should it take to feel better? . i finished the antibiotics for pneumonia 5 weeks ago and i am still having chest pain and tightness. i had a repeat chest x-ray 2 weeks ago and it was clear. i am currently on flovent (2x a day) and ventolin as needed (averaging 3-4x a day) to help with these symptoms but i feel like i haven't improved since i finished the antibiotics.,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. it sounds very uncomfortable. it's true that antibiotics continue working for some time after you take the last dose. the length of time they keep working depends on the exact type of antibiotic. however at five weeks post-antibiotics you can rest assured they have long since exited your system. and it's very good news that a chest x-ray showed your lungs are clear of fluid. as you probably know pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. this is usually caused by a virus though it can also be caused by bacteria. the problem with either type of pneumonia is that it inflames and irritates your delicate lung tissue. and this irritation can linger even after the infection is gone. this probably explains why you continue to feel symptoms even though you no longer have pneumonia per se. i would suggest you continue to follow up regularly with the doctor who treated you. he or she should be able to better explain the factors that may be continuing to cause you discomfort. you deserve an explanation and your doctor is the person in the best position to tell you. wishing you well!
i am a 35 year old female. is it normal for my blood pressure to be169/96 and my pulse 98?,you have elevated blood pressure. your bp needs to be taken two or three times per day each day for a week or so (get a good bp machine for home use). if your reading continue to be high you will need to see your medical provider for a proper evaluation and treatment. your pulse rate is a bit elevated but can be considered normal depending on your activity at the time.
why do they say to do a pregnancy test in the morning?,this is when your urine is most concentrated and likely to have more detectable hcg.
i forgot to take my birth control on saturday & sunday. on friday i had sex and the condom fell off. what should i do?,one possible course of action if you live in the us is to visit your pharmacy as quickly as possible and pick up plan b. plan b is the name of an emergency contraceptive medication that is available without a prescription to women over age 15. you must ask a pharmacist for it and show proof of age. plan b works by either preventing ovulation (the release of an egg) or by interfering with fertilization of an egg. do not confuse plan b with other types of prescription emergency contraceptives that induce a miscarriage. that is not what plan b does at all. if you have any questions consult your pharmacist. he or she also can tell you if it's safe to resume taking your birth control pills. you may also wish to consult your health care provider as soon as possible to go over what happened what you did and get back on track with your birth control pills. if you frequently forget to take your pills keep in mind there are other methods of contraception available to you including depo-provera injections and intrauterine devices (iuds). you may wish to explore one of these options with your health care provider. best of luck to you!
how effective is the seasonal flu vaccination?,the seasonal flu vaccine is about 80% effective in preventing flu. it takes about two weeks for the body to become protected after getting the seasonal flu vaccine.
i suffer from neck and shoulder blade pain for 3 years now and the doctors don’t know what is wrong and it’s getting worse?,@asker for me it seems like a chronic myofacial pain syndrome… the best treatments are myofacial release. muscle energy technique done by osteopath and trigger point injections and acupuncture. best wishes with speedy recovery
can an allergy develop into cold? . i had allergic reactions a few days back with running nose cough sore throat(not usual symptom). usually it goes away on its own but this time it won't so i took my anti-allergic med. the running nose and sore throat got better but the cough developed more.,hi you have a chest problem from a cold a cold is not an allergy a cold comes from a virus if you think its getting worst see your doctor. good luck
should i be worried about non-iron deficient anemia and enlarged uterus? . 53 year old female. still having fairly normal periods,hi ok it seems that the two do go together this is from the uk's nhs its us brits heath service. pelvic examination women may have a pelvic examination if their gp suspects heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia) may be the cause of their anaemia. during a pelvic examination your gp will examine your vulva and labia (external sex organs) for signs of bleeding or infection. they may also examine you internally. this will involve your gp inserting gloved lubricated fingers into your vagina to feel whether your uterus (womb) is tender or enlarged. a pelvic examination will not be done without your consent and you can choose to have someone with you. so the best thing for you is get back to your doctor and see about getting on iron tablets to overcome you problem. do hope this helps you. good luck
how is obsessive compulsive disorder (ocd) diagnosed?,some practitioners will administer a self-test of screening questions to individuals whom they suspect may be suffering from ocd. in addition to looking for symptoms of obsessions and compulsions by conducting a mental-status examination mental-health professionals will explore the possibility that the individual's symptoms are caused by another emotional illness instead of or in addition to ocd. for example people with an addiction often have obsessions or compulsions but those symptom characteristics generally only involve the object of the addiction. the practitioner will also likely ensure that a physical examination and any other appropriate tests have been done recently to explore whether there is any medical problem that could be contributing to the signs or symptoms of ocd.
no std or infection but have disgusting discharge. my doctor ran tests and said i had no std or infection and my bacterial levels were fine but i have a very smelly brownish discharge. the smell is so strong and it stains my underwear all the time and it's so embarrassing. what is this? is this normal?,hi no its not normal a discharge should be just white going to yellowish through you cycle you have not said how long its been going on? just a quick thought lost a tampon? i think you should see your gyno for help. see what they say to your problem. hope this helps you. good luck
i sometimes stare and my eyes freeze – do you think i’m having seizures?,hi seizures usually do not present in this fashion. it may be something related to the local eye muscle issues. get yourself checked with a neurologist and an opthalmic surgeon. early vision problems can also cause these symptoms. thanks
aching pain i have had in my left leg?,hi abd welcome to question doctors. com i think it would be a mixed pathology… a lumbar disc lesion and a localized knee bursitis or muscle strain… a mri on the back and an examination with a good orthopedist for bursitis and muscle strains would help… try using heat packs and massage on your back and hips.
my 2 yr old is on amoxicillin for pneumonia (starting ) can i give her a cough syrup from gaiakids (natural expectorant. the cough syrup is all natural - purchased at whole foods.,an expectorant causes you to cough. i am sure that your two-year old is doing just fine in that department. coughing is important because it helps your child clear her airway. an expectorant will only increase the amount of mucous that she will need to clear and she is unable to spit it out. this may cause her to vomit. personally i would not recommend that you use it unless her doctor specifically okayed it.
i am starting to feel very slight burning sensation after urination?,your symptoms are appearing to be due to urinary tract infections. get a urine culture done for confirmation. if it turns to be positive then antibiotics like norfloxacin can be advised to you. also with it drinking plenty of water alkaliser syrups and wearing easy cotton cloth will help in resolving infection faster. hope this helps.
brain tumor. ok i have headaches around the same time of the day and when i look in the mirror my pupils are different sizes the headaches are always in the right side in the front of my head like behind my eye or something the pain is soo bad sometimes i can barely stand it. im 17 could this be a brain tumor? . benign or cancerous,talk to your parents and have them take you to see a medical provider right away. it would be impossible to adequately evaluate a person with a headache blindly over the interent let alone determine if they had a brain tumor.
what products can be used to treat furniture for exp. a chair or couch after it has been used by a person with scabies,scabies lives under the skin in humans. those tiny little insects will not live on your couch or chair or they would quickly starve to death. your furniture is safe. if you feel better just clean your furniture with any product that is safe for the fabric or just vacuum thoroughly but this is really not necessary. scabies lives under the skin in humans. those tiny little insects will not live on your couch or chair or they would quickly starve to death. your furniture is safe. if you feel better just clean your furniture with any product that is safe for the fabric or just vacuum thoroughly but this is really not necessary.
i have 11 yrs old son who gets very small sores on his forehead. they appear for a while and then go away. this has been going on for about a year. they are right in the middle of his forehead and there are about 4 or 5 small sores. i put melaleuca oil and ointment on it and it goes away. do you know what this could be?,"no. in order for a medical provider to determine that nature of any skin lesion they would need to examine your son first-hand. a vague description of ""sores"" just isn't specific enough to narrow down the many many possibilities."
chronic fatigue anxiety depression and digestive issues?,its basically not needed to take it for so long for a deficiency. your body is getting dependant and you should avoid getting addicted. try and find a dietary replacemnt for it. green leafy vegetables and fruits with vitamin c will help.
my dad is 73 obese & recently bedridden. are there any exercises to help him regain muscle? . he needs a hip replacement & has a hernia that needs to be addressed but doctors always wanted him to lose weight first. . recently he fell and is now afraid to get out of bed. i'm hoping to find exercises to help rebuild muscle so that he does not deteriorate even more. is there hope he could regain quality of life?,you are very kind to your father. have a physical therapist come to your home (his doctor will need to arrange a referral). the physical therapist will review his medical problems and design a special exercise regime for him. he can also work on his weight at the same time. men can be very stubborn so you will need to convince him to participate. you know your father so do what you can to get him to move and not remain in bed the rest of his life.
doctor thinks my appendix needs surgery should i go through the surgery?,hi in my opinion go on with surgery but before that ask your gynecologist to perform a vaginal ultrasound to check for pregnancy it can be a pregnancy ovulated from right side ovary good luck
admitted to hospital with recurring stomach pains would it warrant staying off work?,in my opinion you will be given few days not more i think you should take more time off if you can good luck
do i need to fast for psa blood test?,no. this is not a fasting test.
i have been suffering of imbalance exhaustion lack of focus and nervousness?,hi. thanks for the query. your symptoms can be due to number of causes like viral infections medication side effects bone marrow related problems etc. so consulting a haematologist and getting a clinical examination is a must and once the cause is suspected then only further investigations can be advised. hope this helps. regards.
had ruptured brain aneurysm now dizzy loss of balance split vision both eyes seeing separately?,hi recurring of brain aneurysm is possible i recommend brain mri to confirm also possibility of brain abscess is high after an old aneurysm immediate hospital admission is recommended good luck
am. i pregnant. i had two period in one month they both lasted for two days,hi your find having two short periods in one cycle is just a hic-cup in your regular cycle month. but if your really worried you should wait to see if you miss your next period its only then you can get a test done. good luck
i lost nearly three liters of blood due to my placenta breaking i feel i’m going to pass out,3litres are a big amount and should have been treated on time. but normally your bone marrow should have overcomes this loss in the 7months passed. now in my opinion you should get a full cbc s. ferritin fine to get a proper treatment for your iron deficiency and follow up with a hematologist… regards
"i have lost a lot of weight due to stress/depression. what can i take to help me gain my weight back? . i am 5'6"" tall and i only weigh 104lbs. i would like to look healthy again. i would like to gain a least 25-30 pounds. is there anything i can take to help me gain these pounds please. and of course i will exercise while doing so no problem. i would greatly appreciate any and all replies. thank you and god bless. cynthia . mabank tx",i assume that you are getting help for the stress and depression which is key in getting your appetite back as well. here are some tips for eating a balanced diet for gradual and healthy weight gain: get on a regular eating plan including 3 meals and 2-3 snacks. plan your meals ahead of time and stick to meals meals that you can put together quickly. over time you will build a list of healthy balanced meals you can make for yourself. include 3-5 food groups at each main meal including a whole grain lean protein fruits vegetables dairy and healthy fats. for example in the morning you might have a big bowl of oatmeal topped with fruit and nuts with a boiled egg. lunch might be a turkey and avocado sandwich with a green salad and fruit. include 2-3 food groups at snack time which may consist of cheese and whole grain crackers or an apple with peanut butter or half a peanut butter sandwich with raw vegetables and dip or fruit. include smoothies with protein powder fruit and veggies avocado and yogurt/milk. add healthy fats to foods. examples include adding natural peanut or almond butter to toast nuts to cereal or yogurt and avocado to beans. find ways to be active most days. exercising more can increase your appetite and you might want to consider strength training exercise to help you put on muscle. for more on healthy ways to gain weight see this article. good luck!
is it best to exercise first and then eat a full meal or eat a full meal first?,"there's no ""best"" way to do it. generally if you get hungry during or after exercise or you feel your energy is running low during the workout then have a snack 30 minutes before the workout. carbs and protein like in an energy bar are good. if you feel okay during the workout not eating then it's okay. some people can eat a full meal before working out but for the most part too much food in the gut will make you feel uncomfortable during the workout. again if you run low on energy without food during exercise then have something to eat."
my vaginal opening is white color. when i masterbate i notice a slightly clumpy white discharge on my finger. no itching. i am 19 and recently had sex for the first time and had sex about three times within about two months. there is no burning itching or discomfort. the white clumpy discharge has a slight odor. i am mostly concerned about my vaginal opening being white. i thought it might be discharge and tried wiping it but it is the flesh that is white. no bumps or warts. please help.,hi ok its either a yeast infection but if this white discharge is like cottage cheese with a fishy smell its bv (bacterial vaginosis) either of these you can get over the counter meds for but if you want to the are other ways of doing that just read through these links below just google them one at a time to the www. to open and read. these are for yi <link> <link> <link> these are for bv <link> <link> <link> do hope you find the help you need. good luck
what is mcv?,mcv stands for mean corpuscular volume. it’s the average volume of the body’s red blood cells measured in femtoliters (one-quadrillionth of a liter). cell-counting machines calculate mcv from a blood sample. a normal value may vary between laboratories but is usually between 80 and 96 femtoliters (fl). an mcv above 100 fl is called macrocytosis. when anemia (low red blood cell count) is also present it’s called a macrocytic anemia. causes of macrocytic anemia include deficiency of b12 or folic acid medication side effects alcohol abuse and certain blood cancers. macrocytic anemia can also occur in healthy people who are rebuilding their blood supply (after surgery for example). an mcv below 80 fl is called microcytosis (or microcytic anemia if the red blood cell count is also low). microcytic anemia can be due to iron deficiency blood loss (in women most often from menstruation) chronic illness or a condition causing abnormal hemoglobin like sickle cell disease or thalassemia. it’s not unusual to have an mcv that’s slightly abnormal without any serious condition identified as a cause. often in these cases the mcv becomes normal again on its own when it’s next tested.
itchy feeling in middle of urethra comes and goes. i have this itchy feeling in the middle of my urethra that comes and goes i don't have the feeling every day. also it seems as when i drink water it makes the itch go away and when i urinate it helps to relieve the itch. i have no other symptoms not burning or discharge. ive tried to search this on the web and everything comes up std but i have none of those symptoms esp. cause it's not the tip of the inside of my penis. also one other time i searched i got prostate issues.,hi see if this helps you and your penis just to follow some basic care regimens: drink at least 2 litres of water everyday. drink cranberry juice if possible as this acidifies urine and is a rich source of vitamin c which would help eliminate any mild infection. maintain hygiene in the affected area. wash your penis gland and opening with warm sea water do let it get inside your penis. avoid the use of any harsh chemicals at or near the urethral orifice. avoid the use of alcohol caffeine and spicy foods. eat fresh vegetables - especially green leafy vegetable. i do hope this helps in some way. good luck
can i ever get shingles on the opposite side of my body from the first outbreak? . i had shingles in the sciatic nerve pathway in march on my right side. now 8-9 mos later i'm having pain in the pudendal nerve the sciatic nerve on my right side. the tingling i get in the sciatic nerve feels the same as the tingling i got with shingles on my right side. i have terrible stabbing pain in the labia only on my left side. could this all be connected to shingles on my left side. i did have the vaccination on my left side about 4-5 mos ago and had a rather severe local reaction.,yes you can have a shingles out break anywhere on the body.
what causes eczema?,like asthma eczema seems to run in families. certain genes make some people have extra-sensitive skin and certain environmental factors -- like stress -- can trigger an episode of eczema. eczema is also caused or worsened by contact with irritants in common substances such as: woolen and synthetic fabrics soap and other agents that dry skin heat and sweat eczema can also be worsened by dry skin. since eczema may in part be an internal response to stress any emotionally charged event -- from a move to a new job -- may trigger a flare-up.
is it possible to have had chlamydia for over 17 years and not know it? after having a child as well with no symptoms? . i was recently hospitalized with abdomen pain. they did the regular std checks to rule out pid. all came back negative but they want to take one for chlamydia. i have only been with my husband for over 17 years and vise versa. is it really possible i could have had it that long and not known? or am i worrying for nothing?,hi you should find this info very interesting and the way chlamyda can hide for many years. most unfortunate is the ability of chlamydia to hide itself deep inside the genitourinary tract making it very difficult to detect by urethral swabbing and urine analysis; two commonly used sample collection methods for chlamydia testing in clinical practice. thus many urologists and std doctors are unable to identify chlamydia as a causative pathogen. as a result they often make general diagnosis such as non-specific urethritis prostatitis and/or pelvic inflammatory disease (pid) etc. and they frequently prescribe a variety of ineffective broad-spectrum antibiotics making the patient’s condition more complicated; weakening the immune system causing antibiotic resistance failing to address causative pathogens and allowing the infection to spread etc. do hope this helps good luck
what are the complications of celiac disease?,the complications of celiac disease include cancers small bowel ulcers (ulcerative jejunoileitis) and collagenous celiac disease. cancer adults with celiac disease have a several-fold higher than normal risk of developing lymphomas (cancers of the lymph glands) in the small intestine and elsewhere. they also have a high risk of small intestinal and to a lesser degree of esophageal carcinomas (cancers of the inner lining of the intestine and esophagus). lymphoma tends to develop in adults who have had celiac disease for longer than 20-30 years and in those with refractory celiac disease. symptoms of small intestinal lymphoma or carcinoma include anemia bleeding into the intestine abdominal pain weight loss fever and small intestinal obstruction (with symptoms of abdominal distension vomiting and crampy abdominal pain). small intestinal lymphoma and carcinoma are difficult to diagnose. sometimes in individuals with celiac disease where the disease has been controlled with a gluten free diet recurrence of weight loss anemia abdominal pain and symptoms of intestinal obstruction will lead doctors to search for intestinal lymphoma and carcinoma. computerized tomography (ct) scans of the abdomen enteroclysis (one type of barium x-ray of the small intestine) and enteroscopy (inspection of the small intestine using a long flexible endoscope) are procedures doctors use to diagnose small intestinal lymphoma and carcinoma. sometimes the diagnosis of intestinal lymphoma or carcinoma can only be made with surgery (open laparotomy) or by laparoscopy (examination of the abdominal cavity with flexible endoscopes). the prognosis for individuals who develop intestinal lymphoma usually is poor. long-term survival (survival beyond 5 years) of patients with small intestinal lymphoma is estimated to be only 10%. other cancers that may be increased in individuals with celiac disease include cancers of the liver oral cavity and large intestine. ulcerative jejunoileitis ulcerative jejunoileitis is a rare complication of celiac disease. in ulcerative jejunoileitis there are recurrent episodes of small intestinal ulcerations and formation of strictures (narrowing of the intestinal lumen). small intestinal ulcerations and stricture formation can lead to intestinal bleeding weight loss abdominal pain and intestinal obstruction. individuals with ulcerative jejunoileitis are at a high risk of developing intestinal lymphomas. the diagnosis of ulcerative jejunoileitis is made by enteroclysis of the small intestine enteroscopy or ct scan of the abdomen. treatment involves a gluten free diet and surgical resection of the most diseased portions of the small intestine. the prognosis is poor; long-term survival for individuals with ulcerative jejunoileitis beyond 5 years is less than 50%. collagenous celiac disease collagenous celiac disease is a rare but serious complication of celiac disease in which a patient may have the symptoms of celiac disease initially but they fail to improve on a gluten free diet and after several years a large amount of scar tissue (collagen) forms just under the intestinal lining. there is no treatment for collagenous celiac disease and the prognosis is poor.
my 7 year old grandson has armpit odor and now has to wear deodorant. is this a problem?,body odor can be one of the first signs of puberty. a checkup with your grandson's doctor can detect other signs. puberty can start as early as age 8 for girls and age 9 for boys so this might be a bit early. a check up sounds like a good idea.
chronic fatigue joint pain low grade fever night sweats family physician doesn’t know what’s wrong?,these results indicates autoimmune disorder mostly rh. arthritis or polymyositis. i recommend taking these results plus rh factor and crp. to a rheumatologist…
what kind of dr. can i see for herpes in my eye dermatologist. infectious disease. gynecologist.,neither. if you have herpes in your eye you need to be seen by an ophthalmologist.
i had one of my ovaries removed could i be infertile?,i can only speak for myself but i had three children after having one ovary damaged by endometriosis.
best treatment for infant contapation,how old is this infant? what is the infant eating? please repost your question with a bit more information and remember that constipation is not infrequent stools or baby's getting a beet-red face when trying to defecate. constipation is dry hard and infrequent stools. babies/infants do not necessarily poop daily. it can be several times a day or even once a week (a major event! ) and still be considered normal.
will i need a tetanus shot if i have a cut?,most people in the united states have been immunized against tetanus (lockjaw). if you have been immunized you will need a booster shot if you have not had one within 10 years (if it is a very dirty wound or occurs in a tetanus-prone area you need a booster within five years). if you have never had a tetanus shot or if your series is incomplete (fewer than three shots) you might need tetanus immunoglobulin a medication that can prevent lockjaw.
my husband is taking robaxin. can he take ibuprofen with it for pain?,robaxin is a muscle relaxer and it can be taken with ibuprofen to relieve pain. there are no significant interactions.
my son's fever is 102 & hes not eating but no others symptoms since its late & a weekend should i take him to e. r? . i have givien him motrin and cool cloth on head. fever hasn't broke. he's just laying on couch and since he's 2 and always boucing around he just not himself.,"based on the little information you have provided it does not sound like your son has a true emergency. a fever of 102 is not dangerous and when you are sick you don't feel like eating. you don't have to ""break a fever"". a fever causes absolutely no harm especially in children. you just need to keep him comfortable. statistically he may just have one of the hundreds of viral infections going around this time of year and the fever is his body's natural way of fighting it. relax. this will not be the last time you see this happen. two year olds average 6-9 of these viral episodes with fever per year! webmd answers is not intended for ""immediate responses"" or to diagnose or treat anyone so please keep that in mind when you post future questions. using the er is always your option but a two-year old with a 102 fever will not be high on the priority list at a busy er. you may be better served at an urgent care facility. less-expensive and faster too."
i had yearly pap yesterday doctor says discharge may be yeasty frightened it is cervical cancer?,what about the discharge that i have the rest of the month? i ususally have some sort of discharge every week. the clear mucosy? and the watery only very thin just water not sticky?
how to maintain weight with light exercise. i recently lost 30 pounds through eating about 1360 calories a day and exercising lightly or moderately for 30 minutes each day. i want to increase my caloric intake to avoid losing more weight but to lose remaining stomach fat. is my activity level adequate enough to maintain weight with higher calories eaten per day? . i am an 18 year old female and have not previously been active and my schooling prevents me from being able to do longer workouts.,its as easy as stepping into a swiimming pool / water no higher than shoulder blades. but 1st pick up 2 cheap starfoam blocks that is velcrowed around your ankles as you just walk around and maybe a small ball you can push in front as you walk. this takes the gravity out of getting a good workout. i say you will be up to 40 min 3-4 day a week. i have had 3 back surgeries ending in nerve damage and it was the only thing that gave me great work out and didnt injur me. 4 star advice good luck
i am in my first trimester and ate an unwashed piece of cantaloupe. how serious is the risk of listeria from this food? . the cantaloupe was rinsed with water but not properly washed and did have some bruising. i ate it immediately after it was cut. i know that the fruit came from a farm in california (where i have read that food safety for cantaloupes is taken more seriously). can i still get tested for listeria? how accurate would a test be at this stage?,"it would not be likely that this one ""unwashed"" piece of peeled melon would present any type of risk to you or your baby nor would it be prudent to try and best tested at this point. just let your ob or primary care provider know about this unlikely incident in the event that you develop any symptoms of a food-borne illness."
i have a hard moderately painful long spot near my clitoris. no discharge smell or puss what could it be? . i am female 24 and had a my last papsmear in april and it came out clean only been sexually active with one person for several months before and until now. i tried to see if it was a pimple or ingrown hair and it does not appear to be. i do not really wish to make an appointment with a doctor just to find out it is a bruise or nothing. it is above and to the left of my clitoris and only painful when pressure is applied.,unfortunately a description -- no matter how thorough -- is never the same as having a direct examination fo this area in question. as much as i would like to help you it would not be possible to blindling make any type of determination. the only way that you can get a patient-specific answer is for you to be examined.
is it true that once you develop a bald spot due to some kind of damage the hair can never grow back on its own?,it depends on the degree of damage to the scalp. if you had a severe chemical burn there is a chance that it may not grow back. however if the bald spot resulted from traumatic pulling or friction -- such as from a hairpiece or a hair clip -- the hair may grow back just fine. see your dermatologist for intralesional injections of triamcinolone to help it regrow sooner. topical minoxidil may also help it regrow.
i’ve been sick for over a year now not being able to do basic human things?,hi. in my opinion you have cushing syndrome i recommend late-night salivary cortisol test and low-dose dexamethasone suppression testing good luck
i have miliary tb for last 4 months and on standard medication. but fever is not going away even after 4 months. what can i expect. how long?,sputum cultures should be sent for sensitivity to the standard and second line drugs. the fever should also be documented. you didnt specify if you were 4 months along with the initiation or continuation phase alone of treatment. whether you are on two drugs or four drugs. wishing you best of health thanks
i recievd the flu shot in september. would it help to get it again? are there any updates to the current shot?,there’s no benefit to receiving the flu shot a second time if you received the flu shot in september. a vaccine received in the fall should protect you through the flu season. the flu shot for the northern hemisphere is formulated once a year and there have not been any updates to the influenza vaccine for the 2012-2013 season since the last time you received it.
pregnancy complications after bj. in the morning my girlfriend actually wanked me out and i ejaculated in tissues. throughout the whole day i urinated for only once and after that at night she started giving me a bj(without ejaculation but i supposed with some pre cum) then we actually french kissed and i started licking her private part. . this was our first time doing and she and i are actually virgin. can i know whats the likelihood of her being pregnant? i am really stressed out as i am afraid that she will be pregnant.,have you talked to your girlfriend about your concern? what are her thoughts about it?
what is a common cold?,a short answer a virus where you experience sneezing coughing fever muscle aches ect. but no medicines can cure one the immune system must fight it off on its own medications can ease symptoms so you dont have a fever you dont cough as much dont sneeze as much ect. but all you really have to do is get lots of sleep eat enough food to keep you going at least take a fever reducing medication like advil motrin ect ive found that even taking allergy medicine helps me feel a little more human to the best of luck?
i take methylphenidate for adhd. could this medication lead to a false positive result on a pre-employment drug test?,it depends on the test that’s being used – methylphenidate is related to amphetamines. you should bring your prescription for methylphenidate to your drug test or a doctor’s note to verify that you take methylphenidate for medical reasons.
food poisoning what causes bleeding with the diarrhea and how long will it last?,hi if your seeing blood after you have been it would be best to go see your doctor or er asap good luck
ive been living with candida yeast infection for about 18 years now. i didn’t know till like a year ago what candida was?,if its for almost 18 years now then i am afraid nothing much can be done about it now. only thing that can be done is strengthen your immune system that may naturally combat the recurrent yeast attacks
can i breast feed f i had breast implants done through my nipple,"the answer is ""maybe"". it depends on the skill of the cosmetic surgeon."
me and my grilfriend had sex two days after her period i just inserted twice and had pill within 72 hrs. me and my girlfriend had sex two days after her period i just inserted twice and had pill within 72 hrs. i had not ejaculated earlier and urinated well before insertion. she has a 30 day cycle can she get pregnant. she got her withdrawal bleeding after 6 days of taking the pill. i am very nervous. please answer,hi ok just sit down and take a big breath she is not pregnant the plan b has dine its job but by doing that she has now restarted her cycle from that date of her last bleeding that was her new period so her cycle starts there. but time to get her on the bc pill or just make sure you have lots of condoms having unprotected sex one day will get you both if you want sex do be protected remember safe sex is the best sex. ok good luck
i recently got a rash on one side of my face. could a change in birth control pills be causing this rash?,it is possible. any time you change medications you could experience a new side effect. however not all new symptoms are caused by medications. you would need to have your rash examined by a doctor in order to see if it is simply a drug side effect or if something unrelated to the medication is causing the rash.
my oncologist recommended a ct scan to check for other possible cancer. should i be worried about radiation exposure? . i was diagnosed with stage iv colon cancer underwent surgery and received treatment. my cea tests and my colonoscopy since then have shown no growths or changes.,it sounds great that your cea is not changing and that your colonoscopy looks good. these are exactly the things that we need to follow. you ask a very good question about scans there is data coming out about the radiation risks associated with scans and it has made us think about how we follow patients. i typically follow patients with scans for some period of time usually determined by the extent of their tumor. the reason being is that we can detect any new diease early so that we can more easily address it. it sounds as though you have not had a ct scan since your surgery. if that is the case i think it would be reasonable to get one now that you are nearly 2 years from completing all your therapy. it may be that this is the only one your oncologist will want to do. i would also recommend discussing your fears about radiation with your physician as it may allow the two of you to come up with a plan that is comfortable for your both. .
i began to have pain in my left hip across my stomach and in my left groin?,hi there may be some muscular injury related to the hip or a ligament injury. such issues are not seen on xrays. mri will show any minor abnormality and is definitely indicated in this case. thanks
i had a lot abdominal pain and the blood test results for my liver were at 72?,that is mostly caused by a viral infection of the liver have you ever been to a hospital fir blood transfusion? do you wirk in health care?
i am having leg pain that gets worse in the evening with swelling of my right leg and throbbing pain what could it be? . the pain gets worse as the day goes by until at night time i cant walk up stairs to go to bed i have to stay down stairs and sleep on couch my right leg hurts and stays swelled not having heat just pain swelling and its affecting my walking any info you may have would be very much appreciated. . i care for a physically disabled child lifting several times everyday could that be aggrivating the problem?,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. unfortunately it's impossible to say what could be causing this without a physical examination. i suggest you make an appointment with your primary care provider as soon as possible because the earlier this problem is diagnosed the better the outlook for treating it effectively. you're doing a wonderful service in caring for a disabled child. i salute you and hope you get a diagnosis soon!
multiple nodules now larger and hypoectoic?,i see from the history that you should remove them since they are changing in size and affecting your swallowing and breathing or vocal cords even if they are non cancerous. regards
"i have been off depo shot for over a year and have no period. i recently began having pregnancy symptoms. am i pregnant? . i was on the depo shot for 2 years and have not gotten the shot since september 2011. i have still not had a period and have been having pregnancy symptoms. my fiance and i use the ""withdraw"" method. i realize that you can still get pregnant this way. after over a year of not receiving the shot i don't think the symptoms could be attributed to the shot. i had a pap smear 9-12-12 and it came back fine. so could i be pregnant and if not what could be causing the pregnancy symptoms?",if you were not using any other form of birth control you could be pregnant. you can get an inexpensive pregnancy test at any drug or grocery store. if you are not pregnant make an appointment with a doctor to find out what is causing your symptoms.
how much protein and how much fat is a woman supposed to consume every day?,the exact amount of protein and fat you need depends on the number of calories you need each day which in turn is based on factors such as your height and activity level. protein should make up about 10% to 35% of your total calories a day. so in general women need about 50 grams of protein each day. that’s honestly not hard to get especially if you eat meat. protein is good for satisfying hunger so it’s safe to include a little more if that helps. a 3-ounce piece of meat has 21 grams of protein. even a cup of beans has 16 grams. and a cup of yogurt has 11 grams. fat should make up 20% to 35% of your total calories. so if you’re eating 1500 calories per day you want to eat less than about 60 grams of fat. and of course make sure it's the good fat sources that you're eating like nuts avocados and olive oil. food labels are a good way to see how many grams of protein and fat are in your food. but keep in mind the 2000-calorie diet that’s often referred to on food labels is too much for most women unless you’re very physically active.
what is the best treatment for dark circles under the eyes and chin firming?,under-eye circles are due to a combination of factors -- genetics allergies rubbing stress lack of sleep dehydration leftover makeup. look for products that contain peptides sepi-white caffeine niacinamide mulberry root extract or retinoids. chin firming creams should contain retinoids peptides hyaluronic acid growth factors. speak with your dermatologist or plastic surgeon to see if a radio frequency procedure such as thermage is appropriate for you. the results in the chin area can be dramatic.
what is the proper way to use preventive medications for migraines?,doctors familiar with the treatment of migraine headaches should prescribe preventive medications. decisions about which preventive medication to use are based on the side effects of the medication and the medical conditions that the patient may have. propranolol (inderal) often is used first provided that the patient does not have asthma copd or heart disease. amitriptyline (elavil endep) also is used commonly. preventive medications are begun at low doses and gradually increased to higher doses if needed. this minimizes side effects from the medications. preventive medications are to be taken daily for months to years. when they are stopped the dose needs to be gradually reduced rather than abruptly stopped. abruptly stopping preventive medications can lead to headaches. in some instances more than one drug may be needed. nonmedication and behavioral therapies also may be needed.
will exercise affect my heart murmur? . i try to work out at least 3 -5 hours a week. i get tired but keep going. will this cause any damage?,"unfortunately i do not know anything about your heart murmur. there are many different types and causes. before starting an exercise program it is a good idea to get the ""okay"" from your doctor or have an exercise ecg (stress test). you will need to consult your doctor -- someone who knows your medical history."
food poisoning what causes bleeding with the diarrhea and how long will it last?,bleeding with diarrhoea can be an emergency situation. food poisoning can be one of the cause of bloody diarrhoea. gastrointestinal bleeding can also be due to injury or disease like bacterial infections. excess blodd and water loss can lead to complictions.
my lips are unable to moisturize themselves hbs rvs and mp test what next?,hi the mp test results do not seem to be related to the dry lips. either it is due to dehydration or due to underlying hormonal disturbances. get detailed hormonal assay including thyroid parathyroid and electrolytes. thanks
can amoxicillin 500mg cause for false drug test. im taking amoxicillin 500mg cap for a tooth infection i had a drug test about a couple of days ago for court purposes can this antibiotic mess up the process of the drug test and if they can can at least tell the difference? . thank you,no. amoxicillin will not interfere with a drug screening test.
can a uti mask a pregnancy? . i am having all the signs of a pregnancy and i took a pregnancy test and it came back negative and i have a uti. can a uti mask a pregnancy? . \,hi then the best thing you can do is get to your doctor and have a test done there you should get a better result that way. it could be the meds your on or have been on these could be affecting an hpt. good luck
am i overweight? . i am 18 years old and i had a baby 6 weeks ago. at the end of my pregnancy i weighed 14 and a half stone. i am 5'8. 5 and currently weigh 12 stone 9. . i have very muscular legs and i do have abs but they seem to be protected by my flubby jelly belly. . according to the bmi calculator i'm overweight but it dosnt account for muscle mass. so i was just wondering whether i am overweight and how much should i weigh or do i weigh the right amount? . also. how do i tone up and get rid of the mummy tummy?,hi ok exercise and swimming get out walking with your baby put baby in a front or backpack but really good brisk walking. but its slow way to loss weight there is a diet you may like to try just google daily mail diabetes diet and have a good read. ok good luck
i’m sleeping but i’m always tired what’s wrong with me?,when people tell me that they sleep a large number of minutes but they still feel tired there’s a few things we can look at. number one is could they have a sleep disorder like narcolepsy where they actually need more sleep than the average person would need and are they not sleeping enough and that’s one of the things making them tired? have they had a recent physical do they have iron poor blood or anemia and are they having difficulty telling the time between fatigue from anemia verses sleepiness? could they have an underlying medical condition that’s causing this a low grade fever things of that nature? and then are they really getting the quality sleep that would allow them to feel better the next day? so do they have allergies that are causing poor sleep at night? are they having pets in the bed that could be causing problems with sleep? all are different things that again could decrease your quality of sleep which might make you sleepy during the day.
"other than condoms and oral hormone based pills what contraceptives are effective? . i don't want to take hormone-based oral contraceptives and condoms take away the feeling for my husband (trust me after 9 years i know he's not ""just saying that""). we've even tried those skyn condoms that are supposed to be incredibly thin but they're still pretty thick. those are the two main forms of contraceptive that i know about and if neither are going to be suitable what other forms can we/i try?",try a diaphragm or cervical cap. you should use these with a contraceptive cream or jelly to optimize their effectiveness.
i started having pain and burning while urinating a week back?,this can happen most probably due to d mannose. try taking similar medicine substitute. yoga and deep breathing exercises should be helpful.
while undergoing da vinci robotic hysterectomy can stress incontinence surgery also be done?,these 2 procedures can be done at the same time but i am unsure it can be done with the robot and if they are done at the same time i am unsure if the surgery would be suvccessful.
my testicles started hurting with no trauma to them. could this be a hernia? . i don't have any other obvious symptoms in regards to urine or bruising.,hi been doing any lifting moving heavy things from odd angles because it sounds like a strain and it can do that give a real nagging pain best just take it easy and slowly it will go. hope this helps. good luck
what if i take 2 blood pressure pills in one day by mistake,any reaction would depend on the type blood pressure pill and the dosage; both of which you did not disclose. most of the time nothing bad will happen or you blood pressure may go down a little lower than intended. give your pharmacist a call. someone who knows your dosage and the type of pill that you doubled-up on. the pharmacist will be able to quickly provide some exact information. or you can call your medical provider's office -- the one who prescribed the blood pressure pills to you. tribenzor 40-10-25 this is the dosage and medication
can flash from welding damage the retina?,yes. this is why you must always where welding googles or a mask even when you are just watching.
my daughter’s blood tests show some scary diseases and syndromes online?,in the current time it is not a concern but keep them in mind if she have unexplained heart palpitation or abnormal blood pressure
can i use maxalt if i am pregnant?,do not use maxalt if you are pregnant think you might be pregnant are trying to become pregnant or are not using adequate contraception unless you have discussed this with your doctor.
what are the early symptoms of pregnancy? . i had sex on the 27th of may also was ovulating at the time and was wondering what are the early signs of pregnancy?,i have been pregnant five times and each time my breasts were very tender even before i missed my next period.
how will this new health care reform law affect senior adults? is it true about death counseling?,"medicare benefits have been bolstered under the law. initially the law allowed doctors to be reimbursed for having discussions with patients about appropriate end-of-life care. that was removed from the law. if you're referring to the notorious ""death panels"" no such thing was ever a part of obamacare that was merely language used in a political fight."
my skin became very dark after using skinlite cream. plz help. initially when i started using skinlite cream my skin was glowing. then it started becoming really dark. please help me or suggest me any good cream to get my colour back. i also got dark circles very badly,sometimes the use of skin lightening products over the long term can actually cause hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin). the product you're using contains hydroquinone which has been known to cause skin darkening instead of the expected lightening. at this point your best bet is to avoid using any skin lightening product until you can see a dermatologist or plastic surgeon. he or she can advise you about how to reverse the skin darkening you've experienced. so sorry you're going through this! i hope you get some answers soon. you may be too exposed to the harmful rays of the sun. when using lightening or skin whitening products you have to make sure that you limit your sun exposure. you can check out www. clearclinic. com to achieve a flawless skin.
i'vebeen dx'd with hypothroidism and am taking levothroxine for approx 3yrs but my symtoms remain the same. i have cold feet and hands hair loss dry skin depression and lack of energy i was put on synthriod 3 months ago and had the worse hot flashes(15-25) and night sweats(at least 5). mood swings like never before. i had gone thru menopause after having a hysterectomy 14 years ago but doctor says there is no relation between the the synthroid and my hot flashes and night sweats. what could be the problem? any info would be appreciated. marlene@bachfamily. net.,many times symptoms of one disorder (such as hypothyrodism) are also the same symptoms seen in other conditions. your doctor has probably rechecked your thyroid levels since starting synthriod therapy. your thyroid levels will continue to be monitored 1 or 2 x's per year and the dosage may be tweaked up or down. so we may eliminate the thyroid and menapause as causes of your discomfort. some other medical conditions that have symptoms as you describe include: iron deficiency anemia (blood related cause) graves disease (endocrine system related) vitiamin b12 deficiency (dietary related cause) and others. i suspect that your doctor will run additional blood studies based upon your symptoms and perhaps refer you to other medical specialists as necessary.
will the aca cause my private insurance premiums to increase if enrollment isn't as projected?,the answer is quite possibly yes. part of keeping insurance costs down depends on a good mix of both healthy and sick people in the insurance pool in order to spread the risk. if primarily sick people who use a lot of medical services are signing up for coverage and healthy people do not that can cause insurance costs to rise.
had bad bronchitis lately woke up with a huge bruise on side?,seems to be an issue with clotting mechanism. hope he is not on blood thinners. get prothrombin time and inr checked. do not apply anything warm on the bruise. take fibrinolytic tablets
how many calories do you burn passing a bowel movement?,you can burn 20 -30 calories in one seating leave your hot seat and go and find some serious workout
what vitamins can you take with birth control pills that will not cancel out the birth control?,there are no significant interactions between any vitamins and birth control pills. you can take a regular multivitamin while taking birth control pills without any problem.
my uterus is retroverted and retroflexed my doctor doesn’t want to refer me to a specialist?,retroversion and retroflexion can be corrected by stretching and yoga. massage if it is of a low degree …so i don’t know the point of your doctor of refusing that. normally if it is not causing any problem i think massage and yoga if they did not help they will not harm.
i have no fever but my skin feels hot. what does that mean? . this usally happens mid day and what happens is the core of my body gets hot. my skin is hot to the touch and i feel as though the sun is shining from the inside of my body outwards. it is very frusterating because no matter if i turn the ac on or run ice over my skin in a few minutes the same inner hot feeling comes back.,hello friends i had similar problem since almost 10 years. i am m/30 years now. my normal body temperature when i was not feeling feverish would be about 96. 8 f (almost 2 degree fahrenheit lesser than normal). when i am feeling feverish the temperature would rise to about 97. ish rarely reaching 98. no doctor would agree that i have fever since it doesn't show up on thermometer. however strangely my skin is very hot to touch and even normal person could feel that but interior body temperature is not. i would feel feverish with chills. i would have episodes of feverish feeling every 2 months or so and every time it would last for a 2-3 weeks. doctor would prescribe some antibiotics and do some tests but they were not helpful. i do not have thyroid or any other deficiency however i have been recently diagnosed with celiac disease as well. the reason i write this time is because something miraculous happened this and i would want others' opinion if it helps relieve your symptoms as well. this might very well be a cure: treatment: day1: take 500mg paracetamol. after 30 mins take vitamin c + zinc supplement day2: continue vitamin c+ zinc daily for next few days. i got fantastic relief on day 2 onwards and no longer feel hot and my temperature is back to 96. 9ish j waiting for your inputs and wishing a speedy recovery.
can a concussion cause vestibular migraines? . i hit the back of my head several years ago and now i have vestibular migraines. the sensations in my head eyes and neck feel the same as when i had the concussion.,yes it could. i am experiencing the exact same thing. i am 53 and never had migraines in my life until i was involved in a car wreck and hit my head. i now get migraines frequently. sometimes 2-3 a week
i have had raised bumps on my face for years now?,it could be acne … how old are you? what’s it gender? are u allergic to any food?
my mother underwent an aortic aneurysm repair still has catheter my aunt died of septic poisoning due to a similar event?,i do not understand the reason for keeping the catheter for so long after the surgery has been done. may be she has sphincter weakness. she needs to do bladder and sphincter exercises and get rid of the catheter asap.
what are the effects of an migraine,i have migraines with auras sometimes but i am always sensitive to lights and sound. i have found that flouresent lighting to also be a trigger. i always seem to get a migraine if i am at a docs office to long. strong smells have always given me a migraine. i am going to try a gluten free and sugar free diet to see if what i am eating is causing the migrianes. i have tried preventive meds and have found no relief as yet although i have started a new one i have not been on it long enough to know if it will help. i have very long hair that i wear up in a loose bun but a friend suggested that i cut my hair that it may also be causing migraines. i am not comfortable with cutting my hair and am just wondering if anyone that has chronic migraines has been given the advice to cut their hair by a doc. my doctors have not suggested this but i have not gotten a good response from my neurologist. i would like to change doctors but i am having a hard time finding one that will take my case.
what is the difference between allergra allergy d and allegra allergy,"the ""d"" part stands for a decongestant (like sudafed). allegra itself is an antihistamine."
my hip is very painful doctors didn’t find anything?,hi if the investigations have been normal then there seems to be no major problem. just wanted to know whether the mri was done of the hip region or back? pyriformis syndrome is difficult to be diagnosed by these investigations. other possibily is radiating pain from spine to hip or knee to hip. you can take a local steroid injection shot at the painful area. thanks
i have a reaction from the flu shot i received?,this is definitely a reaction to the flu shot. the recovery period though depends on your overall health. it may vary anywhere from 2 weeks to around 40 days. you should take anti allergic tablets and vitamin supplements to alleviate the symptoms
what is respiratory tract infection,"any infection of the respiratory tract. nose sinuses throat bronchial passages lungs etc. the term ""upper respiratory tract infection"" basically means you have a cold. the term ""lower respiratory tract infection"" could mean bronchitis or pneumonia."
i think i maybe pregnant. i took the plan b pill the dayafter the accident. could this cause problems? . i had a miscarriage with my last pregnancy and suffered with cramps the whole pregnancy sometimes light cramps sometimes very sharp cramps. i am a few days late on my period and believe i'm pregnant after the accident my husband and i had about 3 weeks ago but i took the morning after pill and have been having the same cramping experience i had with my last pregnancy could i have a miscarriage again? or could there be other complications due to the morning after pill?,hi your best bet would be your doctor explain to him/her all you have put here see what his/her tests come back with. best way. good luck
if i am trying to get pregnant when should i have sex if the ovulation predictor kit tells me what day i ovulated? . and what can i do keep the sperm inside me longer?,the typical fertile window is 3-5 days long and it is just before you ovulate. ovulation typically occurs about 14 days before the next menstrual period starts. so in a 30 day cycle ovulation should occur around day 16 and your fertile period is between cycle days 11-16. the fertile window is determined when the cervical mucous becomes more elastic and receptive to sperm. some women notice that is is more slippery when they wipe during this time. men need to ejaculate once within a week of the fertile window to increase the number of younger sperm that will be in the ejaculate during the fertile window and have intercourse at least once during the fertile window. the day the opk turns positive is probably the last day of the fertile window so i would try a little earlier. don't worry about the semen leaking out of the vagina. that is normal. only about 10% of the sperm are expected to get into the cervical canal which is a reservoir and will release sperm slowly for days after intercourse to ensure that sperm are present when the egg is released.
can some foods be addictive?,"food manufacturers know what people like to eat. they study taste and change up ingredients to enhance taste. that means adding refined sugars fats and salt to so many products -- i don't call many of them ""food "" but instead ""food-like products"" since there's nothing natural about them. there is a growing body of evidence that suggests that there may be two groups of people -- those with no history of addiction in their families but they develop addictive tendencies with processed foods they were weaned on; and another group that has a strong family and personal history of addiction for whom food is a transference of the addiction (you give up drinking smoking or drugs and begin to overeat)."
is it safe to use a prescription cream to treat a yeast infection if you just got your period?,it should be all right to use an over-the-counter cream for treatment of yeast infection during menstruation. without knowing the exact product it is hard to be completely sure. it would be wise to call the triage nurse from your physician’s office and consult them about your situation.
"i think i may have started my period but it is a lot lighter than normal and a different color with almost no cramps. . i also think i have a uti. i have not had time to go to the drs. my ""period"" started the day after my uti and it started about a week later than last month. it is not the normal dark red(light pink/brown) it normally is and my flow is drastically lighter than normal. also on the first day of my period i usually get pretty bad cramps. this time i've barely had any. also as of today i've been feeling naseaus and i have this dull almost crampy feeling in my lower right abdomen and whole lower back.",going to sound absolutely gross and disgusting you may never look at chicken the same way but the tissue i passed looked like the stringy fatty pieces you cut off before cooking a breast of chicken <negative_smiley> you're very welcome!
is re-occuring shingles pain sometimes with outbreaks normal? . i was diagnosed with shingles just over a year ago. the pain keeps re-occurring from mild to extreme. sometimes i also notice a few small red bumps. i have had consistent pain over the last 4 days and today it is extreme. is it normal for it to keep re-occurring? all the information available is confusing as i don't find much about re-occurance and i need ansers.,"i am a 55 yo woman who has been plagued by shingle outbreaks since my childhood chicken-pox outbreak. same virus herpes zoster as you probably know. i also have daily pain and itch at the same spot! i saw a great neurologist at a major boston hospital who finally diagnosed and explained to me that i had ""post-herpatic neuralgia"" and have tried a variety of treatments over the years. i also get reoccurances of the outbreak in the same exact spot the right side of my face/forhead and unfortunately my right eye. please see a neurologist as soon as you can and ask him/her if you have this condition also known as p. h. n. and try to find some relief. i wish you the best don't give up i absolutely know how debilitating nerve pain can be! good luck!"
i was told that i had dilated blood vessels on one side of my head. should i be concerned?,sounds like a venous anomaly--a slightly larger than usual vein that shows up on mri scan. its usually nothing to worry about.
can i mix magnesium citrate with tea to make it not taste as bad?,i don't think it will matter or change the effectiveness. you can probably mix it with just about anything but it still may not be very palatable. it will likely make you tea taste yucky too.
i had under-eye surgery 14 years ago. now my eyes are puffy and the skin is wrinkled and loose. how can i tighten them?,look for under-eye creams that contain retinoids niacinamide peptides and caffeine. the next step is to see your dermatologist for an evaluation for a fractional co2 procedure which can tighten and smooth the skin very nicely. be careful to also manage your salt intake get enough sleep and try not to rub the area around your eyes. if you have allergies/sinusitis be sure to keep them under control as much as possible since that can also contribute to the puffiness in this area. the under-eye area is also one place where stress shows very quickly so managing your stressors is helpful as well.
i suffer from familial mediterranean fever (fmf) can i do a rhinoplasty?,hi you can do rhinoplasty no problem there just make sure you kidney is okay by doing gfr test good luck
what does a positive tb test look like?,most people being screened for tuberculosis get the tuberculin skin test also called the purified protein derivative (ppd). a small amount of harmless disintegrated tuberculosis protein is injected under the skin on the forearm. within a few days most people who have been previously infected with tuberculosis will develop a raised firm (indurated) area on the arm. redness and bruising don’t count. the cdc recommends different cutoffs for a positive tb skin test depending on a person’s risk for tuberculosis. for people with no risk factors for tuberculosis an indurated area 15 millimeters across is considered positive. as little as 5 millimeters of induration is a positive test for someone with an impaired immune system or a known tb exposure. a trained reader needs to interpret the tb test. most people with a positive tb skin test don’t recall symptoms of tuberculosis. they may have a normal chest x-ray as well. nevertheless they still likely have a small number of tuberculosis bacteria hiding somewhere in the lungs. they have about a 10% lifetime risk of developing full-blown tb called reactivation tuberculosis. to prevent this antibiotic treatment may be recommended after a positive tb test depending on age and other medical conditions.
"my penis when erect bends an approximate of 20° to the left and a little upwards. normal? peyronie's? . i measured it using a protractor. i put the protractor on the centre of my penis (lengthwise) with one side of the 180° line facing my belly. i then traced an imaginary line from the urinary opening to the protractor. is. that. the way to do it? . if it's not i'd love some advice on how to do it properly. and is it really peyronie's disease or simply normal? . i'm a 16 year-old indian by the way. 5. 7"" and 138 pounds. besides acne (which is fading) i have no other disease.",hi at 15 it would not be pyronies disease if you google bent penis and look at images your find your more normal we all have some kind of bend. look get over to www. pegym. com you should find that gelqing should be of help have a read round some of the forums you should find it yes but its not a quick answer may take a couple of years you will read there is no quick fix but if you do it properly you should add to the length and girth of your penis. but please keep to what ever your told to do never go outside of there teaching if you do you could end up with ed this you do not need in one so young. do hope this helps you. good luck
my 11 month old has gerd. is on special formula when can i try her on non fat or 1 % milk,they typical time that babies are switched from formula to milk is around age 12 months so you are a bit early. since babies actually need some fat in their diet the change is usually to whole milk not skim or 1% at first. with the pediatrician's okay and assuming your child is eating well fromt he table you can make those changes but remember that milk and formula are not equivalent.
has anyone experienced weight loss while on the drug topamax? . . my rheumatologist prescribed me topamax for migraine therapy after being on prednisone for a few months. he stated that the topamax can help with with weight loss after being on the corticosteroid. . has anyone else experienced weight loss with this medication? .,yes i am also on topamax as a prevention med for complex migraine in the begining there was weight loss i was also exercising as well which made it faster cuz i wasn't having such terrible headache. i have been on it for about 13 years do some research and if you are not already vitamin d difficent make sure that is checked regular. i am not a doctor. topamax is good the side affects do subside. i am still on it but struggling.
can thyroid problem be the reason for stress and anxiety?,though your tsh (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is raised it does not require treatment with thyroxine but needs monitoring. follow steps of sleep hygiene such as sleeping and waking up at regular time avoiding caffeinated drinks at least 8 hours before sleep avoid using television mobile laptop etc. half an hour before sleep instead do relaxing activities like taking a hot shower etc. practice relaxation techniques like breath relaxation exercise daily. maintain a journal and log down any distressing thought on it. if these methods do not help then consult a psychiatrist either on this platform or nearby for detailed evaluation and treatment. for further information consult a psychiatrist online --> <link>
can you give bacterial vaginosos to a male sex partner,hi men do not get bacterial vaginosis. just go to <link> for more info and the real truth. good luck
i am taking the lupron depo for endometrosis. i have symptoms of: vaginal clots and mucus dizziness and nausea. why? . i was diagnosed over a year ago with endometriosis and took the lupron depo shots for 5 months. nine months later i was placed back on the lupron depo shot. since taking the shot i have had very thick mucus and dark brown discharge when i urinate. i have been very dizzy and nauseous after only 2 days of taking the shot. why is this? i did not have this happen the first time that i was on the lupron depo.,hi i found this piece of info do you think this is you. you should not receive lupron depot if you are or may become pregnant are breast-feeding or have undiagnosed vaginal bleeding. increased endometriosis symptoms (i. e. pelvic pain or pressure and/or pain during intercourse) may occur for 1 or 2 weeks after starting this drug. development or worsening of depression has occurred. is this you if so see you doctor. good luck
how do i know when a head injury is bad enough to see a doctor? . my husband hit his head at work. right side lower part of the head. its swollen from the middle back of his head to the right ear. has a terriable headache took advil and did ok sleeping. when he woke up this morning his head was pounding as if he has a migrain. not sure if i should worry or let it go as if it was a normal bump on the head. how do you tell the difference between a knot or a we need a doctor knot. i dont feel fluid. swelling is ecactly the same. not bigger or smaller.,my short answer to your question is this: any time you've got a lump on the head and you're worried about it it's ok to go see the doctor. a major point i want to make is this: never ever take a blood-thinning pain reliever such as advil (ibuprofen also goes by the name motrin) aspirin (brand names excedrin bufferin anacin etc. ) or naproxyn (brand names alleve naprosyn) after hitting your head. these medications can cause bleeding which could turn a not-so-serious injury into a very serious injury. i'm glad your husband seems to be doing fine and it's always better for the swelling to be on the outside of the skull than the inside. however if your husband has dilated pupils (the black dots at the center of his eyeball) slurred speech or loss of balance you should take him to the doctor right away. these can be signs of a more serious head injury. with a bruise the size you're describing it's likely your husband has suffered a concussion. these may range from mild to severe. again if you have any concerns about the extent of his head injury your safest bet is always to seek medical attention. since it's been more than 24 hours since the accident you don't need to rush to the emergency room. but you definitely can get evaluated at an urgent care facility or ask your primary care provider to work your husband in for an appointment soon. best wishes to you!
i think i have a sinus infection but the bridge of my nose is extremely sore to the touch. is this normal,if your nose is extremely sore this is not normal. nor is it necessarily a sign of a sinus infection. i would suggest that you see a medical provider so you can be properly examined diagnosed and treated.
after laproscopic surgery should i be having sharp burning pains and also chest pains? . i had surgery 4 days ago; when i get up and down i have a burning sharp pains in my sides especially my right side. i am also having chest pains and i have been constipated since. i feel like i'm having gas pains but only passed gas a couple of times. any help you can give would be greatly appreciated. . i had my uterus and cervix removed and also had 7 places of endometriosis burned out (we didn't know i had until in surgery).,if you have recently had surgery and are having these symptoms then you should contact you surgeon right away. he or she will be able to tell you if these symptoms are to be expected in your particular case.
can a fall cause ulnar nerve pain from the shoulder to the hand? . i am a 64 year old female. i fell 3 weeks ago landing on my right knee and both hands mainly on the right. i am having gradually increasing pain in my right shoulder along my arm through the elbow and into my hand along the outer edge into the pinky and ring finger.,ouch! oh i'm so sorry you're going through this. the symptoms you're describing do sound like ulnar nerve pain particularly the pain to the pinky finger. that's kind of a hallmark. the fact the pain is increasing not decreasing over the course of three weeks means it's time for a trip to the doctor. despite the manner in which you fell it's possible you broke a bone in your arm or suffered a soft tissue injury to an elbow tendon or ligament. the reason to get a physical examination (and maybe an x-ray) is to get treated earlier (when the prognosis is better) rather than later (when the prognosis is worse). while this isn't an emergency you definitely deserve to be seen by your primary care provider to diagnose what is going on and make sure you don't have any hidden fractures either in your arms or your legs. i wish you all the best with this!
can i get pregnant 1 day after period?,hi if this was unprotected sex then there is an outside chance as there is having unprotected sex. if you do not want to get pregnant then why have unprotected sex? if this was within the last 72 hours then try plan b. just think of the bc pill and get on it. remember safe sex is the best sex. hope this helps you. good luck
im nauseous after eating diarrhea decreased appetite n bloating. i had the same symptoms 2 weeks ago. gastroenteritis? . female 32 years old and not pregnant.,i am 30 years old and not pregnant either but have been bloated nauseous and burping for two months now. i fill full all the time. my sister started with similar symptons three weeks ago now. something is very strange about this. we thought it could be the winter weather change due to lack of sunlight. i eat a very healthy and bland diet and feel very healthy otherwise. i do not take any drugs not even birth control. my sister thinks we have too much melatonin hormone. she read in a hormone book that we may have high levels in the winter that remain in our gut and cause high acid levels in the stomach thus creating bloating and gas. i thought i may have cysts so i went to the doctor for that but all was fine. we are trying light therapy too so the daytime melatonin is not produced. i am only five days into that.
"precum = pregnancy? . what are the chances of pre-ejaculate causing pregnancy? to be more specific; what are the chances of wiping off precum and then fingering getting a woman pregnant. . yes i know precum can cause pregnancy. the answers i have gotten vary between ""next to impossible"" to ""yeah most likely it will! "". it's all so confusing. i just want to know in my specific situation (ie; getting precum on my fingers wiping it off and then touching my girlfriends genitals) the chances of pregnancy occurring.",hi playing around and not being protected during foreplay or sex there will always be the chance of getting pregnant if there was masturbation before playing around then the chance would be even greater as sperm would be in the penis. you really need to be careful when playing with sex always think safe sex as safe sex is best. hope this helps you. good luck
is it possible that a cortisone injection for arthritis pain could actually make the pain worse? . i was having knee pains and my doctor first tried cortisone injection but within 7-10 days the pain was so severe could hardly walk. the same thing happened after a cortisone injection to hip with a week to 10 days i was in terrible pain and difficulty sitting lying or walking - to make pain bearable until my next appointment i had to take 4 ibuprofen evert 4-6 hours,hi for ra pain do give this a try all very natural and it works its cayenne pepper and turmeric just google ra and i do take both with garlic for the extra kick all are very good for your blood as well. below is a post of mine on how to take it. the way out and clearing away plaque would be to get on cayenne pepper turmeric and garlic take this each morning and see how you go. you just mix cp and turmeric 50/50 in olive oil and then mix with tomato paste and thin it with olive oil at first you just mix this to a heat that suits you and over time you can slowly increase the cp and turmeric. you take 3 small teaspoonful each morning first thing you wash each spoonful down with water before anything else just after you get up one thing it will warm you up with this which will also help would be very fine chopped garlic just do a whole head chopped fine and keep in olive oil with this you add dried parsley a couple of good desert spoonfuls and mix you just add a teaspoonful on top of the cp an turmeric mix just mix into the top take as said. the parsley its very good for the blood and helps keep your cholesterol down. now if you read up about all three the very good for ed your cholesterol heart and prostate and ra garlic is also very good for your blood so along with the cp and turmeric your be doing your body the world of good. and yes have had ed now in recovery and do take what is above along with other stuff. so do hope this helps you. good luck
whey protein has caused unstoppable diarrhea body is getting weaker by the day?,whey protein and dairy products over intake may cause stool loosening and diahrrea. you may be having a temporary overdose effect or your body has developed lactose intolerance or allergy. it takes time to remodel and you need to avoid it at all until you are back to normal eat normal proteins like poultry and meat. taking coffee may help for a while and drinking plenty of water is a must to avoid dehydration from diahrrea.
what can i do to treat hepatitis c at home?,some people with hepatitis c do not notice a big difference in the way they feel. others feel tired sick or depressed. the following are steps you can take at home that may help you feel better both physically and emotionally. slow down it is very common to feel tired if you have hepatitis c. ifyou feel tired give yourself permission to do less and rest more. if possible ask others to help out around your home or ask your employer for a shorter or more flexible work schedule. exercise exercise if you feel up to it. aerobic exercise can help you have more energy and may also improve depression. it is best to avoid any strenuous activities on the day after you receive peginterferon. eat regular nutritious meals sometimes people with hepatitis c have a hard time eating. you may have no appetite feel nauseated or have different tastes than you are used to. even if you do not feel like eating it is very important to eat small meals throughout the day. some people experience nausea in the afternoon. if this happens to you try to eat a big nutritious meal in the morning. if you have cirrhosis it may not be a good idea to eat salty foods or foods that are high in protein. if you want to know more about which foods to avoid and which foods are good to eat ask your doctor about meeting with a registered dietitian to discuss a healthy eating plan. avoid alcohol and drugs one of the most important jobs of your liver is to break down drugs and alcohol. if you have hepatitis c one of the best things you can do is to avoid substances that may harm your liver such as alcohol and illegal drugs. if you have cirrhosis you also may need to avoid certain medicines. if you use illegal drugs or alcohol it is important to stop. being honest with your doctor about your drug and alcohol use will help you deal with any substance abuse problems. if you do not feel that you can talk openly with your doctor you may want to find a doctor you feel more comfortable with. if you want to stop using drugs or alcohol and need help to do so ask your doctor or someone else you trust about drug and alcohol treatment options. because many medicines can stress your liver talk to your doctor before you take any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. this includes herbal remedies as well. control itching if you have itchy skin ask your doctor about taking nonprescription medicines such as diphenhydramine (for example benadryl) orchlorpheniramine (for example chlor-trimeton) to relieve itching. if you do take these medicines be sure to follow the instructions and to stop using the medicine if you have any side effects. seek help for depression depression may develop in anyone who has a long-term illness. it also can be a side effect of antiviral medicines for hepatitis c. if you are feeling depressed talk to your doctor about antidepressant medicines and/or counseling. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what are the signs and symptoms of cystic fibrosis?,the symptoms of cystic fibrosis vary from person to person and over time. sometimes you will have few symptoms. other times your symptoms may become more severe. one of the first signs of cystic fibrosis (cf) that parents may notice is that their baby's skin tastes salty when kissed or the baby doesn't pass stool when first born. most of the other signs and symptoms of cystic fibrosis develop later. they are related to how cystic fibrosis affects the respiratory digestive or reproductive systems of the body. respiratory system signs and symptoms people who have cystic fibrosis have thick sticky mucus that builds up in their airways. this build-up of mucus makes it easier for bacteria to grow and cause infections. infections can block the airways and cause frequent coughing that brings up thick sputum (spit) or mucus that's sometimes bloody. people who have cystic fibrosis tend to have lung infections caused by unusual germs that don't respond to standard antibiotics. for example lung infections due to bacteria called mucoid pseudomonas are much more common in people who have cystic fibrosis. an infection caused by this bacteria may be a sign of cystic fibrosis. people who have cystic fibrosis have frequent bouts of sinusitis an infection of the air-filled spaces behind your eyes nose and forehead. frequent bouts of bronchitis (bron-ki-tis) and pneumonia (nu-mo-ne-ah) also occur. these infections can cause long-term lung damage. as cystic fibrosis gets worse you may develop more serious complications such as pneumothorax (noo-mo-thor-aks) or collapsed lung; or bronchiectasis (brong-ke-ek-ta-sis). some people who have cystic fibrosis also develop nasal polyps (growths in the nose) that may require surgery. digestive system signs and symptoms mucus that blocks tubes or ducts in your pancreas and prevents enzymes from reaching your intestines causes most digestive system signs and symptoms. without these enzymes your intestines can't fully absorb fats and proteins. this can cause ongoing diarrhea or bulky foul-smelling greasy stools. intestinal blockage also may occur especially in newborns. too much gas or severe constipation in the intestines may cause stomach pain and discomfort. a hallmark of cystic fibrosis in children is poor weight gain and growth. these children are unable to get enough nutrients from their food due to the lack of enzymes to help absorb fats and proteins. as cystic fibrosis gets worse other complications may occur such as: pancreatitis (pan-kre-a-ti-tis). this is a condition in which the pancreas become inflamed which causes pain. rectal prolapse. frequent coughing or problems passing stools may cause rectal tissue from inside you to move out of your rectum. liver disease due to inflamed or blocked bile ducts. diabetes. gallstones. reproductive system signs and symptoms men who have cystic fibrosis are infertile because they're born without a vas deferens. this is the tube that delivers sperm from the testicle to the penis. a woman who has cystic fibrosis may have a hard time getting pregnant because of mucus blocking her cervix or other cystic fibrosis complications. other signs symptoms and complications other signs and symptoms of cystic fibrosis are related to an upset of the balance of minerals in your blood. cystic fibrosis causes your sweat to become very salty. as a result your body loses large amounts of salt when you sweat. this can cause dehydration (a condition in which your body doesn't have enough fluids) increased heart rate tiredness weakness decreased blood pressure heat stroke and rarely death. cystic fibrosis also can cause clubbing and low bone density. clubbing is the widening and rounding of the tips of your fingers and toes. it develops late in cystic fibrosis because your lungs aren't moving enough oxygen into your bloodstream. low bone density also tends to occur late in cystic fibrosis. it can lead to a bone-thinning disorder called osteoporosis.
i’m a 29-yr-old female with adhd depression and anxiety. willl my adhd be affected by my planned ivf? . i can't find the right medication/treatment plan for me.,you bring up two important issues regarding the treatment of adhd with medications. first the difficulty finding the right combination of medications when co-existing conditions are present and second the use of adhd medications during pregnancy. when choosing a medication to address adhd symptoms it is extremely important to keep co-existing conditions in mind and not make them worse with treatment. some co-existing conditions such as mild depression/demoralization or anxiety may be the result of untreated adhd and will improve once the adhd is treated. however some stimulants may make anxiety (or depression) worse particularly those in the amphetamine class so its best to avoid those if you can if you have anxiety. in addition other therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (cbt) have been shown to improve symptoms of anxiety in persons with adhd. this treatment can be a particularly useful adjunct for those with anxiety/self-esteem issues or who can not take medications for whatever reason. that brings us to the second issue pregnancy and medications used to treat adhd. basically the stimulants are not recommended for use during pregnancy in order to avoid any possibility of damage to the developing fetus. there have been no studies done in humans but cardiac defects have been seen in animals given very high doses of stimulants during pregnancy. if you are contemplating getting pregnant it is best to discuss this with your prescribing physician and ob/gyn and wean off any stimulant treatment.
do you get migraines from prolonged playing games on a cell phone or computer? . my friend is on several medications for migraines but i feel he may be causing these migraines because of his continuous playing of games on his cell phone and computer. i just wondered if they had found any connections to this causing migraines.,check out this information on migraines that mentions some of the many triggers and how to identify them. what triggers migraines for you may be different than what triggers them for others. this migraine triggers checklist may also come in handy. have you been formally diagnosed? the webmd answers staff
laceration to distal portion of index finger. 6 stitches. injured a month ago. no feeling in finger tip. will it return?,"i don't know if your feeling will return or not but many times these severed nerves will eventually reattach and your feeling will return. this can take a month or more. in my own case with a similar injury my finger remained ""numb"" for years. now i have partial feeling. unfortunately unless the medical provider reattaches a severed nerve you are at the mercy of your body's healing ability."
what is the fleshy area between the urethra and the vaginal opening? can it get in the way during sex? . mine sometimes feels like it's blocking the entrance which is uncomfortable at the beginning of sex.,"i am not sure exactly what ""fleshy area"" you are talking about so i would suggest that your bring this up during a gynecological exam so that your practitioner can address this concern. most normal female anatomy does not interfere with intercourse but if you have some sort of a unique anomaly then a medical provider will need to see it. the urethral area alone can be quite sensitive from intercourse. in the meantime please ask that your partner exercise a bit more caution during sex so that any sensitive area is not traumatized."
if you choose not to buy health insurance what is the penalty? will the penalty be the same in each state? . when you choose a health insurance plan will that plan be the one you always have even if you move to another state? out of all of the plans which is the best value?,penalties for failing to have insurance will be the greater of $95 or 1% of your income. that goes up over time. if you move to a new state you'll need to buy a policy based in that state. finding the right plan is a very personal selection. i suggest you begin shopping the plans available on the marketplace and contact the customer service line to speak with someone who can offer you personalized assistance.
what can tender breast and light cramping and spotting mean? . i am on birth control nuvaring i've been on it for two years and have never felt like this i had unprotected sex a few weeks ago i have been using my ring properly. i am a little overweight could that make my ring less effective could i be pregnant or is it something else going on. my spotting is pink with lite cramping it's been like this for a few days on and off. now my breast have become tender to the touch.,most helpful answer hi ok question dose this ring slip off with this weight gain or dose it stay in place the whole time? please come back.
i have been experiencing upper right abdominal pain on a daily basis for 5 months no solution from doctor?,in my opinion id nexium did help then you need to do an endoscopy to check for duodenal ulcer (pain can be 5 hours after a meal ) also do a stool test for h. pylori which could explain why nexium alone was a temporary solutiongood luck
how do you break a fever in a toddler?,a fever is not your body fighting an infection. anything that heats up your body including heat and induces sweating causes a fever. fevers cause heat exhaustion and heat stroke as heat heats up the body inducing sweating wich causes water to be ejected from the body. you may induce a fever and prove this by simply visiting a steam room and when your sweating check your temp youll have a fever. you may also go out jogging and see when your hot and sweating you have a fever with a fever thermometer. if you do either for long periods youll eventualy drop from exhaustion enjoying before that mild to severe dehydration symptoms heat exhaustion and heat stroke and possible mild heart attacks. cardio excersize and steam rooms have been around for centuries inducing fever and not cured any disease other than treat obesity. your heartrate can generate heat and cause a fever by pumping friction wich happens during jogging just like shaking a pop can or rubbing your hands generates warmth. make sure you maintain bodyweight during a fever. if food poisioning is suspect having a person stomach pumped and an enema given may be needed if fatigue sets in. fluid calories are better during a fever its important to maintain heartrate as lowering your heartrate also induces fatigue. if a fever is starting with no fatigue water may be ok. its important to keep dry and keep cool (keeping dry to avoid chills). humans thrive in cool temp climates of 55-65 degrees thier is little life in deserts do to heat heat starves an area of water. for children its important that children playing maintain thier bodyweight during excersize/play and eat and drink and take rest breaks and normalize thier heartrate reducing sweating. if people have to loose weight then i recommend simply getting out and walking bringing food fluids before or during thier walk to avoid dehydration with rest breaks. obesity causes fever and dehydration by carrying around 50-100 lb weights. you may simulate obesity by carrying a backpack of 50-100+ lb barebell weights and grow it daily and see what affects that has on your health. weather and activie levels can affect weight loss. people eat drink and rest to maintain thier heartrate and energy levels. in a virus or poision a fever is a response to excess blood volume wich causes your heart to pump harder and faster generating heat. you may simulate this by giving an unnecessary blood transfusion wich will likely cause a fever and may cause a mild heart attack so i wouldnt advise it. water causes weight gain at 1/2 lb a cup its a myth its zero caloric. overdrinking from dehydrationcan cause excessive urination in addition to lowering your heartrate further so cold water if a fever has started with no fatigue otherwise fluid calories.
how much acetaminophen do you give a 9 pound infant?,a 9 pound infant is likely a very new baby. for a child of this age and size i would first check with the child’s pediatrician. acetaminophen is labeled for over-the-counter use in children 2 years of age or older. parents trying to treat a child this age should really talk to the pediatrician first. if the pediatrician says it is ok to give the child acetaminophen then we do need to consider the child’s weight in order to dose the product appropriately. tylenol infant’s and children’s products have recently been reformulated so that they now contain the same concentration of acetaminophen 160 mg/5 ml. however if you have an older package of tylenol (acetaminophen) at home then it may have a different strength. it is very important to know the product you are working with so that we give your child the correct amount. talk with your pediatrician or local pharmacist who can tell you the correct dose for your child based on weight and the product you have on hand. you will need to measure the correct amount with the dropper that is packaged with the product. your local pharmacist can help you use the device that you have so that the appropriate amount of medication is given to your child.
could you provide a few links to the major studies showing excessive saturated fat is unhealthy? . this website and the american heart association continue to recommend a diet low in saturated fat. but the current buzz on the internet is that there is really little evidence for that position. in fact france eats a diet high in saturated fat yet has a low rate of deaths from heart disease (<link> <link> ). can i see links to the original studies showing sf is harmful?,most helpful answer there has been a backlash against low fat diets leading people to go in the opposite direction embracing diets high in saturated fat diets. the truth is diets low in saturated fat won't reduce heart disease risk if the saturated fat is being replaced with refined carbs. this decreases hdl (good cholesterol) and can increase triglycerides and the blood sugar response. but as both of the review studies below demonstrate when saturated fat in the diet is replaced with plant and fish sources of fat (omega-3 fatty acids and monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats) it decreases heart disease risk -- hdl increases and ldl (bad cholesterol) decreases. <link> <link> this is basically the mediterranean diet -- low in saturated fat high in fruits and vegetables and healthy fat sources like olive oil and nuts. while the french may have diets higher in saturated fats they also tend to be leaner walk more and eat other heart healthy foods like fruits and vegetables. while the evidence continues to evolve there isn't enough to recommend a diet high in saturated fat to reduce heart disease. yes some propit change to lipid and make your belt bigger. see more here hi for those who have interest in saturated fat have a good read through this one site there is lots on it. <link> just copy link into google to the www. to open and read. should help some of you. good luck our old belief was that saturated fat have the ability to raise cholesterol levels and give us heart attacks but s everal recent review studies that combined data from multiple other studies found that there really is no link between saturated fat consumption and heart disease h owever it's a fact that replacing saturated fats with unsaturated fats reduced the risk of cardiac events by 14%. so it's always better to stay away from a fatty body. i had a very fatty body from my childhood it self but by doing a plastic surgery procedure at montreal omar fouda neel clinic i reduced overall body fat and there by weight. i think the links you have are pretty awesome. sf's are great just really need to have them in moderation i would think.
what are some of the pros and cons of buying a catastrophic plan?,catastrophic plans are plans under which an individual pays the vast majority of out-of-pocket expenses until he/she reaches the plan's deductible. some pros of catastrophic coverage are: catastrophic plans offer more affordable monthly premiums for an individual who might otherwise not purchase insurance coverage at all coverage under such a plan as suggested by its name will at least protect them in the event of a catastrophic event such as a car accident or serious illness that could result in hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical bills which would plunge many people into bankruptcy the major con of catastrophic coverage is that it covers very few out-of-pocket expenses before the deductible is met and the deductibles under these plans can be quite high. so these plans may not be ideal for individuals who have substantial out-of-pocket expenses. this would include those who take a significant number of prescription drugs on a regular basis and/or find themselves visiting a physician frequently.
i have red dots on the back of my throat which swell up and makes it sore and hard to swallow i do not haver fever. i'm 15. i do not have any other symptoms like fever fatigue or headache. there are no white patches just inflamed red spots that swell up and cause discomfort makes it hard to swallow and gives me a sore throat. i do currently have a cold. what do i have? i don't know whether it could be just a cold strep throat or mononucleosis. thanks.,i have no way of accurately making a definitive diagnosis based solely on your description. a medical professional would have to examine you and perhaps run a rapid strep test or a culture. or even a mono test if clinically indicated. while most sore throats are viral and self-limiting you need to remember that mono is a virus too. not all diseases have all of the symptoms such as fever etc. if you want to know. definitively. what you have you will need to see a medical professional.
how can you be sure you are over a concussion? my daughter had a grade 2 3 weeks ago. she is basically normal now.,she will need to see her medical provider for another neurological examination for clearance. recovery from a conclusion varies from person to person so to be on the safe side her doctor needs to make that imporant determination.
will i have problems getting pregnant if i was molested as a little girl? . it happned about once a month for about a year when i was <negative_smiley>9.,that is a very difficult question on answer since i do not know the details of your molestation or if you had any physical injuries as a result. having been a sexual abuse forensic investigator for many years my experience has been that the greatest damage is psychological not permanent physical damage. just guessing i would say that you are most likely capable of getting pregnant. you can certainly see a gynecologist for a thorough examination to be sure.
smelled blood a few days ago and now have constant migrains feel nausiated and upset stomach. i'm a male. any ideahs? . i smelled blood a few days ago followed by a severe migraine. now i have constant migraines dizziness feeling nauseated and have a upset stomach which started moments after smelling blood. any ideas what's going on with me?,plenty of ideas. hundreds in fact but an idea is not an accurate diagnosis. a diagnosis or treatment can not be accomplished blindly over the internet. you will need to see a medical provider -- someone who can take a good medical history examine you first-hand order any diagnostic tests and then. provider a treatment plan for you.
i stopped using birth control pills six months ago and have unprotected sex frequently is ita problem if im not pregnant. i was put on the the depo shot at 15 years old and quit after it made my cycle bleed continuously for weeks at a time then switched to the birth control pills and i stopped taking those six months ago and have had my period pretty regularly. i'm worried why i haven't gotten pregnant yet if i have sex unprotected frequently with the same person.,hi and you how old now? if you have been on the pill for a long time and was never taking breaks it could take up to two years to get pregnant. its just the way its works the odd women comes off the bc pill and gets pregnant after that the time scale just gets bigger and all could have been on the pill for lets say 5 years. are your cycles going the way they should? if yes all you can do is wait it out just relax put it to the back of your mind and enjoy your sex life. getting stressed over it will only help stop it happening. ok good luck
please explain what financial assistance is available for health insurance. . is it available to the individual or is it paid to the insurance company to keep rates down?,financial assistance is available based on income and the size of your family. if you qualify for a tax credit to lower the cost of your insurance premium you have a few choices about how to take advantage of it. first you can have the money sent directly to your insurer so you pay the lowest possible cost for your coverage. the second option is to pay the full amount of your premium throughout the year and take the tax credit at tax time. or you can take some of the cost reduction during the year to lower your premium by a bit and take the rest at tax time. you would just have to specify what you want to your marketplace when you sign up for coverage.
why do i get ring worm ever year? . ever year i ring worm. will anything stop the worm.?,"it is not a worm. ringworm is just the lay term for ""tinea corporis"" which is a fungus. you may be getting it every year because you are being re-exposed to the person or animal that also has his common fungal infection."
my adult son has an inflamed rash under his armpits that has blistered. it even hurts to go in the shower. what is it? . has had it about a week.,i am a paramedic and have dealt with something like that. it turned out that the patient had changed deodorant and was allergic to a chemical in it. if your son has swapped deodorants it is likely the case so have him stop use and take some benedryl for a couple days and should clear up.
will medicare pay for afrezza prescriptions? . seems very little info available on this product available in late jan. 2015,in general medicare part d covers prescription drugs approved by the fda. but whether a specific drug is covered depends on your particular part d or medicare advantage plan. your policy may choose to cover this new medication or decide to cover another drug(s) used to treat diabetes but not afrezza. you'll need to call your insurer to find out if and how much of this medication's cost it will cover. as you know while this drug has been approved by the fda it's not yet available in pharmacies so in addition to asking your insurer if it will ultimately cover the drug you may wish to inquire if the company knows when it might be available.
how is arthritis diagnosed?,your doctor will conduct physical examination of your affected joint co-relate it with blood tests like ra factor esr etc and use diagnostic techniques like x-ray ct scan mri and ultrasound to confirm if you are suffering from arthritis.
i have sharp stinging pain in my thigh after professional massage therapy is it a nerve injury?,hi. well superficial massaging is not seen to cause nerve related injuries as the major nerves are not so superficially arranged. looks like muscle injury and not something serious. take muscle relaxant and painkiller combination and do cool compresses over the area. if does not improve consult a physician and get evaluated. hope this helps.
vocal cords constrict…can’t breath?,typical of vcd
what is hyperthyroidism?,hyperthyroidism means your thyroid makes too much thyroid hormone. your thyroid is a gland in the front of your neck. it controls your metabolism which is how your body turns food into energy. it also affects your heart muscles bones and cholesterol. having too much thyroid hormone can make a lot of things in your body speed up. you may lose weight quickly have a fast heartbeat sweat a lot or feel nervous and moody. or you may have no symptoms at all. while your doctor is doing a test for another reason he or she may discover that you have hyperthyroidism. hyperthyroidism is easily treated. with treatment you can lead a healthy life. without treatment hyperthyroidism can lead to serious heart problems bone problems and a dangerous condition called thyroid storm. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
are mosquito bites dangerous?,for the most part no. but it is possible to get west nile virus infection from a mosquito bite. the majority of the time the local allergic reaction they cause are more of an itchy nuisance than a health hazard.
unexplained headaches … does mri show problem?,nothing to be seen that can explain the headaches and nausea that you have been having for the last years
can saline solution be used in nostrils while there is greenish discharge?,yes. as a matter of fact it may help the stagnation of mucous that lead to the green.
hey guys. i smoke 1-2 cigarettes a day and i'm 21. never done it before. if i quit in 6 months will i be ok? . please don't give me the 'well that's better' than a pack a day answer or 'you won't be able to quit. ' i just want to know how harmful this actually is,harmful? yes even one to two cigarettes a day exposes you to cancer-causing chemicals and tar. they are harmful to your respiratory tract / lungs as well as other body areas. if secondary smoke is known to be harmful than certainly first-hand smoke is worse. why don't you just quit now? what is this six-month crap? the sooner you stop the more likely your body will repair damage and hopefully restore your lungs to the non-smoking level that you had previously.
i am 61 been exercising 3. 3 miles on treadmill 4. 4 miles on bicycle and a mile on walking track everyday-have cold feet. it concerns me that my resting heart rate is 49 and i have cold feet at night,i'm no physician but i'm familiar with friends and family who have diabetes. even if physically fit people can still have diabetes. it may also be a sign that the level of iron in your blood is significantly low. anemia is a condition associated with low iron where staying warm is a challenge. taking iron pills or daily vitamins may help your blood stay healthy and circulate properly allowing good blood flow through out the body. thus keeping your body temperature normal. probably having your blood sugar and levels checked couldn't hurt. at least that would be two things you could narrow down on the list. <positive_smiley>
i really want to start having children but don’t want to rely on birth control to regulate my cycle?,you should consult a gynaecologist and get a proper hormonal profile and transvaginal ultrasound done to rule out the exact cause of the irregular menstruation. treatment of the underlying cause will help in planning for getting pregnant. taking oral contraceptives can simply regulate your periods but will not helps in getting pregnant. therefore proper investigations and fertility treatment is a must. hope this information helps. regards.
does your hair grow thicker while you are pregnant?,some people do notice that their hair can be thicker and fuller when pregnant and this is a hormonal fluctuation. so what happens is that your hair has three cycles of growth: it has a growing phase a resting phase and a falling out phase. sometimes with the hormones and the changes in pregnancy your hair stays in that growing phase longer. so you have more hair in that growing phase so your hair looks thicker and fuller and grows longer and often is more shiny as well. what happens though is three to four months after pregnancy when those cycle shift back all of a sudden that hair starts to shed as you revert back to your normal hair cycles. so if all your hair grew in the growing phase at the same time and then shifted to the resting phase every two to ten years or so you would go bald completely. but fortunately that pattern is not synchronized. so about 90% of your hair is growing and 10% is resting or falling out. so if that patterns shifts you might notice that your hair looks fuller for a while but there is a price to pay on the other side and then it will balance back out. yes mine did. and then after i had my baby girl i lost quite a bit of it <positive_smiley>
can one refuse psych treatments under obamacare based on religious preference?,most helpful answer i'm not sure i fully understand the question but let me try to cover as many bases as possible. certainly you won't be required to undergo any psychological treatments as a result of the law. unless treatment is court ordered you always have the right to refuse it. if what you're asking is whether you can buy a health plan that does not pay for mental health and substance abuse services the answer is no. there are religious exemptions under the law that would allow you -- if you meet criteria -- to avoid having to buy insurance at all. but there is no way for you to buy an insurance policy and pick and choose the specific benefits that come with it based on your personal belief system.
how long before i can smoke after stopping birth control pills?,hi if you have been off them for sometime just don't just stay as healthy as you are now your body will love you for it and so will your b/f/husband for not smelling like and old ash tray. good luck
is a dr's not required when returning to work after an pneumonia?,not really. pneumonia is not considered to be contagious especially after you are well. some employers require notes for just about all absences like we were still in elementary school so if your employer is one of them. just get a note to make them happy.
im currently 18. 4 weeks pregnant. afp results came back 1:41 chance of trisomy 18. at the 12 week ultrasound baby had grown on time from the 9 week ultrasound and had a wide open hand and at the 16 week ultrasound baby was in time head normal size compared to body and hands wide open with that does it seem to have it? also my mom had spina bifida so is it possible i carry the gene and it will always be positive?,if your baby’s growth has been fine for the gestational age then it would suggest that baby has been doing pretty well. if a hand/hands of your baby are open on an ultrasound it is a great indication that it is not trisomy18. babies with trisomy18 cannot open their hands normally. if worried you may consider getting another ultrasound scan done to thoroughly look for other features or markers suggestive of chromosomal abnormalities. getting amniocentesis done would also help to confirm or rule out genetic problems in baby. discuss with your treating doctor/gynecologist or genetic specialist for further clarification and assistance. take care.
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am i pregnant? . so i had unprotected sex with my boyfriend one day before my period started he did not ejaculate in me and usually my period lasts about 5-7 days and my cycle is about 27 days on average is it still possible for me to become pregnant?,its still possible for you to become pregnant but since he didnt ejaculate its very unlikely still have a chance though
i am currently paying cobra. am i eligible for affordable care act plans?,yes and you may find a plan that is less expensive than what you pay for cobra. if you do you can drop your cobra plan when new coverage kicks in.
i am facing a laparoscopic mastectomy can this surgery be done without taking lapron?,hi lapron has more beneficial effects as compared to its side effects. so my opinion is go ahead with lapron. thanks
after ejaculation in 1st condom entered vagina again of hooker with fresh condom. groin penis itch after 5 days. hiv?,hi if i'm right you will have to wait 8 weeks for a test but get in touch with you local std/gum clinic they will tell you or you could go for a visit and let them have a look it would he calm you down either way. do hope this helps. good luck
my dad is in the early stages of dementia. how do i deal with my frustration when he asks the same questions constantly?,my 95 yr old father lives with my husband and myself. he also has dementia and does as you described in asking same thing over and over. i've learned once we've talked about subject few minutes if i either turn my back or have him turn around he forgets what he asked and immediately i can change subject or draw his attention away and into something else. also i've learned never to talk with him while tv volume is on or he is looking elsewhere. when he looks at me he's more likely to retain something. hope this works somewhat for you as well.
can i dive with otitis externa. i am a hard hat diver can i dive with otitis externa,yes. this is a really a infection of skin lining in the ear canal.
how successful is brachytherapy as a cure to prostate cancer? . for stage 1 of prostate cancer,hi found you this info below from <link>#tcm:9-45334 there are two ways of giving brachytherapy for prostate cancer. small radioactive seeds can be inserted into the tumour and left to release their radioactivity slowly. this is sometimes known as low-dose rate treatment. the seeds are not removed and the radiation gradually fades away over about six months. all the radioactivity is absorbed by the prostate so it’s safe for you to be around other people. as a precaution you’ll be advised to avoid long periods of close contact with children and pregnant women. your specialist will give you more information about the precautions you should take. alternatively the seeds can be placed inside special catheters that have been inserted into the prostate gland while you’re asleep in an operating theatre. the seeds are put into the catheters for a set period of time and are then taken out. this is known as high-dose rate treatment. after the treatment the catheters are removed and no radioactive material is left in the prostate gland. do hope this is what your looking for in the way of help. good luck
staying clean and healthy. hi i have a question to ask which may sound idiotic or stupid but i have no choice. please excuse me if i sound too dumb. i want to ask about smelling good all day. i have people here when they just walk up on the floor everyone can smell their fragrance its so nice. i cant resist to turn around on them. even when i am sitting 5 to 10 feet away from them. i want to smell good seductive or fresh that people will like. do i need to use deodorants and perfumes both? or any one of them?,in the u. s. using a deodorant is usually standard (not so much in other countries). it is one thing to smell nice it is another thing to smell offensive to others. as a medical provider i have grown accustomed to all extremes of human odors. i am not a big fan of any human that is overly-perfumed. i would prefer bo over someone that smells like an overpowering rose garden. some offices ban excessive perfume since some people may be chemically-sensitive or allergic. whatever you choose keep it subtle. deodorants can be scent-free and a tiny amount of perfume can be pleasant.
what are the statistics on high blood pressure in men?,high blood pressure -- in men and women -- is a big problem. one in every three adult americans -- about 65 million people -- have high blood pressure also known as hypertension. many more are at risk of developing it. over half of all americans 60 and older have it and over a lifetime the risk of developing high blood pressure is 90%. typically blood pressure increases with age. the risk of high blood pressure begins to climb when men hit 45 although it can occur in younger men. african-americans tend to develop it younger and have more severe hypertension. obesity or a family history of high blood pressure also increases risk. high blood pressure is especially dangerous because people can have it for years without knowing. in fact one in three americans with the condition doesn’t know it. despite these gloomy statistics however high blood pressure is not inevitable. there is plenty you can do to prevent delay and treat high blood pressure.
i have a lump on my chest lots of pain and i'm tired all the time. i have a family history of cancer should i worry? . i'm 35 years old female with a strong family history of cancer. about 6 months ago i found a small lump on my chest but didn't think anything of it. about a month ago it started getting a little bigger and my breast started to swell. than i started having a lot of pain in that area so much so sometimes it hurts to use my arm. i have been tired all the time and have no energy. i have also been running a small fever off and on. should i be worried?,order 100% legit n safe medical marijuana pain relievers cbd oils dabs and more. for more info text (505) 807-7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail. com medical marijuana is good for your health top medical strains for all patients suffering from depression glaucoma anxiety and tension headaches chronic pain and nausea mental and physical fatigue and for calming aromatherapy then you are in the right place to look in our meds all top grade aa+ with high level of cbd and thc contact for your supply and good health. pain killers medical marijuana act. lean ***(( no prescribtion is needed))) bud seeds harsh oils dabs & other m. m treatments. we also sefely and securely deliver all sorts of generic medication and syrup nationwide at very good prices. no prescribtions needed. legit verified and reputed plug. available in the u. s canada australia and the uk. for more info text (505) 807-7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail. com. thank you. dffg
is amoxicillin cap 500 a medication for uti/. for several days i have had pain urinating. i have treated the pain by taking azo pills and drinking cranberry juice which helped with the pain but it doesn't make the problem go away. can i take amoxicillin cap 500mg which i have at home. thanks for your response. uw,i would not recommend that you randomly take an antibiotic that you have at home since utis are caused by many different types of organisms (some that are resistant to amoxicillin) and about half of the people who have classic uti symptoms do not even have one (those symptoms can be caused by other medical conditions). when you take an antibiotic before having a urinalysis and culture your medical provider will not have any idea if (a) you actually have a uti and (b) what is the most appropriate antibiotic to use. in most cases it is not amoxicillin.
i am not eligible for medicaid but will be in 2014 on ssdi they gave me part a only what do i do? wait? . medicaid expansion in michigan has not been enacted and depending on any increase in social security benefits it may disqualify me. anyone know if ssdi benefits will increase by how much in 2014?,medicare benefits are what are offered to people who are eligible for ssdi not medicaid. you should have been automatically signed up for both medicare parts a and b. i recommend you consult your local social security office to find out what's happening with your case.
i am 65. for 1. 5 yrs have suffered with ed. am on both hbp and cholesterol meds for 20 years. tried cialis-no luck. i have never smoked and am a social drinker. i am slightly over-weight(200lbs) but have been this weight for almost 40 years. this problem started almost overnight and since then it has become a real 'albatross'. my doctor has had me try cialis to no avail. i still find my significant other attractive and desirable but as much as we try i can achieve little.,as you mentioned you are 65 so it is natural to gave some ed problem. cialis is a good medicine for people suffering from ed but with age limitation of 18 to 60. you need something more then cialis to get a proper and long lasting erection. you can try avana which is a supper medicine for people suffering from erectile dysfunction problem. fr more details on how it works on your body you can visit drugsdropship24. for you hbp you can take captopril cilazapril enalapril fosinopril lisinopril perindopril quinapril ramipril and trandolapril. best of luck
can you drain water from canned food and rinse to lower sodium? . had heart attack is it better to drain canned goods to lower the salt in the can? . .,you will lower the salt a little bit but food cooked and canned with salt will likely have salt still in the food. you are better off with fresh or frozen vegetables. where you have the control over the amount of salt that is used.
is swelling common with shingles in the area around the eye? . my husband has seen a dr and eye and is on medication but the swelling around his eye has got much worse.,i strongly recommend returning to both the eye doctor and a dermatologist. while it isn't common blindness can be caused if the shingles virus infects the eye. if the blisters are anywhere near his eye this can be a concern. it is also possible that the anti-viral they have him on simply isn't effective for him. i was prescribed two different anti-virals to treat my shingles outbreak last fall because the first wasn't giving the results we wanted probably due to an incompatibility with my own body chemistry(that's what the dermatologist told me).
sinus infection gum blisters. can a sinus infection cause a gum.,it may but generally not connected. they may co-exist without any relation.
how can i treat my baby and toddler's colds?,if your kids are experiencing common nasal congestion and mild cough you might consider trying remedies that thin out mucus such as nasal saline drops/spray humidifier steamy bathroom treatments and propping the kids up in bed by putting a pillow under the mattress. of course keep them well hydrated too. these days we no longer use over the counter cough and cold remedies until the kids are much older (4-6 yrs old). .
can u get herpes from smoking after someone who has genital herpes?,not unless they were smoking that cigarette in a very unusual way. in other words you can't get genital herpes from someone else's lips.
i am currently prescribed 200 mg of zoloft and am using the nuvaring birth control. is a biotin vitamin safe to take?,taking biotin while using zoloft and the nuvaring should not cause any problems. there is always the potential for drug interactions so you should always ask your doctor before starting new medicines or supplements.
can you get your fallopian tubes untied? . i am 26 years old and i had my tubes tied and burnt after my last pregnancy in 2012. since then i have had serious regrets about doing so. is it possible to reverse this procedure or untie my tubes? i want to get pregnant again.,yes it is possible but the re-anastomosis (re-attaching the tubes) is a very delicate microsurgical procedure that has a significant failure rate. it is also very expensive and not likely covered by your insurance since you had a voluntary sterilization procedure. you can consider in-vitro but this is expensive and may not be insurance covered either. you can apply to adopt a child if this is an option that you have not considered.
diagnosed with helicobacter pylori infection i now have constipation problems bile reflux villious athropy and stomach ulcers,treatment of h pylori should be a 14-day course of “quadruple therapy” with a proton pump inhibitor(nexium) bismuth(pepto-bismol ) tetracycline antibiotic and metronidazole or tinidazole. you must avoid caffeine fatty chocolate citrus high salt foods. eat small meals 5-6 times a day. ganaton 50 3times before meals. for gerd symptoms. after a month redo the h pylori test again … thanks.
had my period 3-31-15 to 4-5-15 and now i'm on my period again it started 4-26-15 still on it. could i be pregnant maybe. first period light second heavy,hi its a 27 day period so why would you think your pregnant unless your periods are longer? have you been having unprotected sex? but if your suspecting your pregnant go get a test done either an hpt or get one done at your doctors. good luck
the jason company advertises microsilk as a cure for eczema. does this have any credibility? . see <link>,hi cant find any back up to there claims but give this link a good read it may help you. <link> just copy into google to the www. to open and read. robertson eczema cream for skin just google this. do hope this helps you. good luck
if there is no blood flow to the head what can be done for an 87 years old patient?,hi at 87 years nothing much can be done to increase the blood flow to the brain. at this age due to physiological ageing changes to the blood vessels the size of the blood vessels is reduced and some blood thinners can be prescribed to help a bit. but i am afraid nothing much can be done at this age. thanks
can mosquito bites give high fever and hives? . my 2 yrs old had woke up yesterday with a couple of bites and a fever. i took him to urgent care and they said that they were mosquito bites. he had intense fever all night and when he woke with this morning i notice his skin is rashy all over like if he had an allegic reaction or the high fever did it. is it possible that the bites gave him an allergic reaction or maybe it was just the high fever that made his skin like this please advice.,mosquito bites do not cause high fever or hives. horsefly bites cause high fever and hives. if you get bitten by a mosquito it just leaves a little red itchy bump. horsefly bites are more serious. if you are bitten by a horsefly it leaves a huge red bump about 5-8 inches long. and about 3 days later the bump fades away but then you start to get one itchy bump on a part of your body and if you scratch you break out in the known reaction as hives. the best cure for hives is an oatmeal bath or milk of magnesia. and of course rest. i wish you all good luck and p. s. stay away form horseflies.
i have cramping and diarrhea for 2 weeks now?,hi in my opinion taking medication like streptokine to stop diarrhea is not a smart move it şhould as excpected increase your abdominal pain i recommend stoping diarrhea medication and taking metronidazole and ranitidine as i suspect bacterial infection good luck
can grinding my teeth at night affect my sleep?,teeth grinding or what we call bruxism can have multiple effects. so number one it can increase jaw pain. and we know that pain can affect your ability to fall asleep quite significantly. it can also cause tooth damage. so if you see those or you’re concerned about that you should talk with your dentist immediately. what can be done. usually you can use a night guard. there’s some pretty fancy night guards out there that cost hundreds and hundreds of dollars. quite honestly if you go to a sporting goods shop and you get one of those boil and bites you’ll be fine. what’s a boil and bite? a boil and bite is a plastic piece that you drop into a pot of boiling water and then you put it into your mouth and it will mold to your teeth and then you can sleep with it. and usually you can see them football players use them soccer players use them and people like that.
being on feet after about an hour they hurt or feel really tired. i have to sit down about every 15 mins. what can i do to make this stop/ are there exercises that i can do to strengthen my feet?,hi it could be a circulation problem but for a start get and do some really good brisk walking and build that up to even longer walks. do you know if you have a cholesterol problem this can reduce or even block arteries its plaque that will do this now to help all this cayenne pepper turmeric and garlic these 3 things will really help your blood i do take this for something else but it really will make you feel good. the way out and clearing away plaque would be to get on cayenne pepper turmeric and garlic take this each morning and see how you go. you just mix cp and turmeric 50/50 in olive oil and then mix with tomato paste and thin it with olive oil at first you just mix this to a heat that suits you and over time you can slowly increase the cp and turmeric. you take 3 small teaspoonful each morning first thing you wash each spoonful down with water before anything else just after you get up one thing it will warm you up with this which will also help would be very fine chopped garlic just do a whole head chopped fine and keep in olive oil with this you add dried parsley a couple of good desert spoonfuls and mix you just add a teaspoonful on top of the cp an turmeric mix just mix into the top take as said. the parsley its very good for the blood and helps keep your cholesterol down. now if you read up about all three the very good for ed your cholesterol heart and prostate garlic is also very good for your blood so along with the cp and turmeric your be doing your body the world of good. and yes have had ed now in recovery and do take what is above along with other stuff. so do hope this helps you. good luck
i’ve been ill for the past seven weeks need a second doctor opinion?,hi the underlying chest infection does not seem to have resolved. u need to get a chest xray and spirometry done. if amoxycillin and cough syrups haven’t helped then broad spectrum antibiotics in iv form should be given for atleast 7 days. saline water / betadine gargles will help. thanks
i have pcos and my acne is getting worse. i’m trying to get pregnant so birth control is not an option. what can i do?,there are limited options due to your planning pregnancy. each medication is assigned a pregnancy category by the fda. speak with your dermatologist about medications that would help you and be safe to be on/continue should you become pregnant. these are typically medications that are in pregnancy category b. there are also in-office treatments that can be helpful. you can try with herbal combination of haridra amalaki shatavari lodhra jeerak ashoka in equal proportion at th dose of 2-3 gms twice daily to reduce the hormonal imbalance in pcos. for acne use aloe gel with haridra powder and apply locally on acne site.
"is it possible for a woman to ""kill"" her eggs by putting a hot laptop over her uterus? (not on purpose)",no. she is not going to kill cook or hard-boil those ovarian eggs. she is more likely to burn her belly. it would be a good idea to put a pillow or one of those special laptop trays to dissipate the heat from her computer use a table or not say on for so long. when she ovulates (once per month) her eggs will be safe.
my 4 week old son fell today from the bed er says no ct scan possible i need your recommendation?,hi ct is high risk i would not take mri is safer however i still won t do it because the contrast (dye material) used is even higher risk than ct so my opinion is stay with just physical examination until you doctor feels that ct or mri is a must good luck
why is the medication for schizophrenic disorder causing weight loss and lethargy?,it seems that you are suffering from a bipolar affective disorder and currently in the depression phase. according to me your thyroid disturbances should have been treated while taking lithium rather than discontinuing it as lithium is the best medicine for your condition. loss of appetite is due to magnesium valproate tablets as it causes liver dysfunction. i suggest you get a liver function test done. i would advise you try increasing magnesium valproate to minimum 500 mg twice daily and also increase amisulpride in low dose. consult your specialist doctor discuss with him or her and increase the dosage with their consent. before starting bupropion you should have tried minimum effective doses of current medication. i would like to see your recent thyroid profile for better understanding. revert with more information to a psychiatrist online --> <link>
after my dental exam and cleaning i noticed my dentist had a cold sore. should i be worried?,dentists are very careful so it is unlikely that you are at risk. the herpes virus that causes cold sores will not jump off of his lip onto you. since you did not have any direct contact you will be fine.
my 14 yr old daughter has high cholesterol but normal triglycerides. also rapid weight gain at puberty stretch mark. her body seems puffed much like someone who is overfed starches. her legs and arms are also hard not fatty at all. as soon as puberty hit she rapidly gained weight and has numerous stretch marks. her energy level is also low.,there's a lot going on at puberty that could be contributing to your daughter's weight eating and cholesterol. first off weight gain especially around the middle for girls is normal and to be expected as she is going through the second largest growth spurt of her life. but if she is not being fed well balanced meals at regular intervals excess weight and unhealthy habits can occur. also this is a time when iron deficiency risk increases with the onset of regular periods which can cause low energy. i suggest you visit her doctor and get blood work done including iron levels to check to see if she is deficient. second providing regular balanced meals at the table and involving her in meal preparation should help get her eating on track. regular physical activity is important too. but please avoid dieting and making weight an issue as research shows it backfires. for more on healthy eating during the teen years see this webmd article.
i have a painful wart near the tip of my finger partly under my nail. what is the best course of treatment? . i've tried home remedies including salicylic acid and duct tape. it has been frozen once at the dermatologist's office with some superficial results but it is deep and partially under the nail. it interferes with my activities and i'd like to cure this sooner rather that later. how can i get rid of this?,you should allow the dermatologist to treat this subungual (under the nail) wart. this is not something you can do at home because of the location and potential for damaging the sensitive nail bed. one treatment of freezing it with liquid nitrogen may not do it. it may require several treatments or the nail may have to be surgically removed in order to treat it. the problem is getting any medication to the wart itself since the nail may block direct contact. the dermatologist has many more tricks up their clinical sleeves so go back.
my vaginal discharge is yellow without odor or itching. i am virgin and i take yasmin for my pcod. what is my problem? . i am virgin and have not had sexual intercourse yet. my vaginal discharge is yellow most of the time without itching odor or burning. i take yasmin for my pcod. recently an online doctor prescribed me metronidazole 250 for 7 days but after 1 week my menstrual period started and i could not recognize if i became better or not. yesterday it was finished and today i am clean of blood but still my discharge is yellow. has the yellowish discharge any positive correlation with taking yasmin?,dear nohard but as far as i know yeast infection is heavy and tick and just like cheese. but my discharge is yellow and not tick. do you think that it is due to taking yasmin?
type your question here. ve broken my cartilage of nose while playing criket how can be it cured,your first and most important step it to determine the extent of your nose injury. this may take imaging studies so i would suggest that you see a medical professional like an ent specialist so you can be properly examined and diagnosed first.
are there exercises to avoid if i have fibromyalgia?,there are no particular exercises to avoid if you have fibromyalgia. aerobic exercise (running jogging) weight training water exercise and flexibility exercises can all help. golf tennis hiking and other recreational activities are also healthful. if you have other medical problems or if you're planning more than a moderate-intensity exercise program discuss your plan with your doctor before you start.
our child in college is being treated for depression. we feel more support is needed but live far away. what can we do?,i think it is tough in that you want to balance your child's autonomy and also make sure they get the care they need. i would ask your child to sign a release of information where their counselor at college is free to contact you and disclose information. then have a discussion with therapist that you would like to be notified of future appointments (so you can push your kid to attend) and also of missed appointments. some campuses may have a support group -- the student counseling service at college might be able to direct [you to] -- they may even run the groups.
can i use phenetapp for a child with type 1 diabetes?,it is best to consult your diabetologist for the medicine selection in type1 diabetes.
does the medicine albuterol give a positive result on urine drug test. the only medication i take is what is prescribed by my doctor. i don't and never have taken any other drugs. so i was very surprised when i took a drug test for a new job and it came back positive for methamphetamens? a friend told me that albuterol( which i use in an inhaler and nebulizer) will cause that.,albuterol? not very likely but there are medications that could trigger a false response. <link>
symptoms are similar to angina tests all ok doctors are stumped could it be coronary microvascular disease?,heart rates over 190 are dangerous. being a young athelete you are expected to have low heart rate compared to normal people. but there should be some reason for such grossly increased heart rate. consult a endocrinologist to see for adrenal insufficiency
"i intermittently smell an odor in my nose that no one else smells. i have rhinuitis. how do i get rid of the smell. i thought the odor was the mucus. the odor smells like i sprayed with something ""metal"". i have rhinitis. the odor is particularly strong in the evening when the radiator is on. however i can now smell it when at the office. until today i did not have that ""metal"" taste in my mouth but it is beginning to pour from my nose into the back of my throat similar to when i have a cold or a sinus infection. i am constantly blowing my nose. what is it? and what can i do about it?",i have severe sinus issues. i have dealt with many things like this. my advice even though i am not a doctor is to get a sinus wash to help relieve the pressure and smell.
possibility of pregnancy. i was having intercourse with my girlfriend a week after her period. i had just finished for the first time and removed the condom. the first condom i used had spermicide lube inside and outside the condom. then when i went to put the second condom on (no spermicide lube) i put it on the wrong way. at the time i still had my sperm residue on the tip of my penis. i quickly flipped it and tried to dry off the condom. i continued to use the condom that i flipped to have intercourse.,hi its 50/50 chance then if this was within the last 72 hours get to plan b unless your g/f is not worried as perhaps she wants you to father her child? for now if its past the 72 hours is wait. good luck
i am on thyroixine 75mcg. sometimes i feel anxiety joint and body pain extermely. within 4-5days symptoms reduces itself. i am hypothyroidism and on medicine thyroixine 75 mcg. but sometimes i feel anxiety and joint and body pain. these sympoms reduces itself within 4-5 days. on consulting the doctor he prescribes the anti inflammatory drugs. after taking those medicine i feel pain in stomach and more uneasyness. for that further doctor priscribes the omepirazole 20mg capsule empty stomach. so i need your advice for this problems and what may be the reasons for that.,go to the home page and type in the meds you are using read some of the comments for the thyroid med. i started it 2 weeks ago and feel worse on it then off of it. called my dr. stomache and nausia is the worse. but i was very anxious at first i had to cut out all caffeine which made that part better. looks like there is alot of us not liking this med. just to keep taking more meds is crazy. get one thing fixed at a time or you wont know hat med is causing what.
do mushrooms have nutritional value? which taste the best?,i have long loved the flavor and versatility of mushrooms in cooking. i was even more thrilled with these fungi (aka fun guy) when i learned of the great nutritional benefits. mushrooms have long been studied as antioxidants — literally books can be written on their nutritional benefits. suffice it to say that when it’s raining or snowing outside there is something beyond “comfort” in a bowl of mushroom soup! not only are mushrooms packed with nutrients incredible antioxidants low-cal fat-free and cholesterol-free they are delicious! my “go to” mushroom is a crimini aka baby bella (small portabellos). they look like the white button varieties but they are brown. they have an earthy flavor and are great in everything from salads to soups to pastas to chicken or meat dishes. you can buy them loose in bulk or already sliced for you. simply slice them thin and sauté them in a bit of extra virgin olive oil and garlic with a splash of soy sauce. the water will start to cook out of the mushrooms and you can add to a grilled chicken breast or a burger or piece of fish. by adding chopped fresh cilantro or basil at the end you can even further expand the flavors. if you are using dried mushrooms look for one that has some porcini in it. the flavor is so intense and can elevate the flavors of a recipe instantly. shiitake mushrooms are another favorite of mine. they have a distinct flavor that goes well with asian dishes. i would use a shiitake in a noodle dish that has veggies ginger garlic and soy. they are also great roasted whole and tossed with just a bit of extra virgin olive oil soy sauce and sesame seeds. then top on a steak or serve with wilted spinach as a side dish. i would not use shiitakes in an italian-style dish that has butter or cream.
can atopic dermatitis affect the face?,yes. atopic dermatitis may affect the skin around the eyes the eyelids the eyebrows and lashes. scratching and rubbing the eye area can cause the skin to change in appearance. some people with atopic dermatitis develop an extra fold of skin under their eyes called an atopic pleat or dennie-morgan fold. other people may have hyperpigmented eyelids meaning that the skin on their eyelids darkens from the inflammation or hay fever (allergic shiners). patchy eyebrows and eyelashes may also result from scratching or rubbing. the face is very commonly affected in babies who may drool excessively and become irritated from skin contact with their flowing saliva.
i had surgery very high fever – rushed back to hospital feel like i’m being poisoned?,i do not think your back surgery is related to current symptoms except for your immunity has dropped down dramatically after it… i think the symptoms you are cimplaining is related to immunity weakness and low white blood cells. also you may be having a chronic gastric disorder that might be ibs … i recommend doing a cbc and abdominal usg. a gi specialist then can follow
is it worthwhile to get a minor tummy tuck if i plan to have children?,it is not advised to do it now if you are planning to get pregnant sometime in near future as they may re occur after it again.
benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid aren’t working for my acne. what medication should i ask my dermatologist about?,your dermatologist will examine your skin and make an assessment for which anti-acne plan works best for you. retinoic acid may be added to your skin plan or an antibiotic. be open-minded and realistic with your expectations. sometimes it takes 3-4 different plans before you find the right one for you.
can taking two year old cough medician hurt you,the name of the over-the-counter or prescription cough medicine would have been helpful. there are hundreds of different types. i would suggest that you call your friendly neighborhood pharmacist for advice.
mild discomfort and then mild pain in belly button region when i press that region?,hi this indicates intestinal inflammation or infection. take pre and probiotic tablets along with anti spasmodics. get a usg abdomen done if symptoms do not get relieved. thanks
"my triglycerides are extremely high 7 420! that's right seven thousand four hundred twenty! . are there any new and innovative possible therapies available? seems all the things we've tried is not working. instead the numbers are getting higher each test. we're still changing out my medications again and again. i am not over-weight actually prone the other way very ""lean"". i have aids since 1990 (hiv since 1980) cancer in2006 kidney failure in 2008 heart attack 2009 and diabetic issues since april 2012 (using 70 units insulin a day). got any new ideas? thanks dave.",because you have multiple health problems you should stay in close contact with your health care provider while making changes. keeping your blood sugar in good control will help your triglycerides so that should be a main focus. be sure to check hemoglobin a1c levels to see what your average blood sugars have been. a diabetes educator can help with your diet if your blood glucose has been high. other things to do (which you may have already been doing) is reducing alcohol lowering your sugar and refined carbohydrate intake participating in regular exercise eating more fish and replacing healthy fats (olive oil/canola oil) for saturated fats (butter high fat meats etc). there is research that shows high-dose omega-3 supplements with docosahexaenoic acid (dha) and eicosapentaenoic acid (epa) can help lower triglycercides but you will need a doctor's prescription. best of luck to you!
can bacterial vaginosis cause sores or bumps? . can bacterial vaginosis cause sores or bumps? my doctor told me i have herpes but the results came back negative. she is still sure it is that because of the bumps and sores. can you tell me what else this could be.,see first answer
high blood pressure for at least past week two episodes of blurred vision?,hi. can you tell me your age? sex? weight? food habits? lipid profile history? how high was your bp finding? generally you have to get it measured 5days in series in the same time of the day if it showed constant increase then you have to run some tests to know the cause if it is thyroid kidney ecg again cholesterol and start treating the cause if found and the high bp itself. i will be expecting your reply for follow up. regards
how do i take ibuprin?,"if you are taking the over-the-counter product read all directions on the product package before taking this medication. if your doctor has prescribed this medication read the medication guide provided by your pharmacist before you start taking ibuprofen and each time you get a refill. if you have any questions ask your doctor or pharmacist. take this medication by mouth usually every 4 to 6 hours with a full glass of water (8 ounces/240 milliliters) unless your doctor directs you otherwise. do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking this drug. if you have stomach upset while taking this medication take it with food milk or an antacid. the dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. to reduce your risk of stomach bleeding and other side effects take this medication at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time. do not increase your dose or take this drug more often than directed by your doctor or the package label. for ongoing conditions such as arthritis continue taking this medication as directed by your doctor. when ibuprofen is used by children the dose is based on the child's weight. read the package directions to find the proper dose for your child's weight. consult the pharmacist or doctor if you have questions or if you need help choosing a nonprescription product. for certain conditions (such as arthritis) it may take up to two weeks of taking this drug regularly until you get the full benefit. if you are taking this drug ""as needed"" (not on a regular schedule) remember that pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. if you wait until the pain has worsened the medication may not work as well. if your condition persists or worsens or if you think you may have a serious medical problem get medical help right away. if you are using the nonprescription product to treat yourself or a child for fever or pain consult the doctor right away if fever worsens or lasts more than 3 days or if pain worsens or lasts more than 10 days."
i have urination issues. i just finish going and when i stand up i have an urgent need to go again?,hi you are right. prednisolone can cause urge of urination. other possibility is a drug interaction. few of the drugs that you are taking can interact with each other inside the body and cause these symptoms. taper the dose of prednisolone for a few days and see the improvement. if still symptoms do not improve consult a physician. thanks
my baby aged 4 months& has hydrocephalus (fluid in brain) is it allowed to give for her virus vaccine injection? help. we already gave her the first virus vaccine injection,a child with hydrocephalus can have all of the recommended vaccines.
i have … hyperthyroidism or graves disease multinodular goitre cancer?,hi. the swollen lymph node in your breast doesnt seem to be related to the thyroid complaints you have. you can rule out graves cancer and toxic multinodular goitre as well. rarely it may be associated with thyroid disease. these possiblities can be easily ruled out by a few more blood investigations like tumour markers mammography or lymph node biopsy. thanks
what is female ejaculation or squirting?,we scientists don't fully understand the process of female ejaculation. it seems that some women sometimes release fluids that range from clear to white-ish during sexual excitement and/or orgasm. some women can consciously do this. others find it beyond their control. some women and their partners enjoy it and others feel bothered by it. because the fluid comes from the urethra (which is the same tube that pee passes though - just as men's ejaculate also passes through their urethra) it may feel like urine. it may even smell just a little bit like it as it does pass through the same tube. .
i got sick after going to my doctor she gave me 2 antibiotics flustat adco cyclizine for my ears and pain tablets?,you should stop worrying as you are perfectly fine. although my words might sound unacceptable to you as you would say that you have the symptoms. but the symptoms are not a disease but a panic attack due to severe anxiety. such symptoms are common in anxiety patients. so my suggestion is to consult a psychologist and get evaluated. anti anxiety medication counselling and yoga meditation etc will help in vanishing away your symptoms. hope this helps.
why do i have a numb face after anesthesia? . i had a brain tumor removal surgery 3 months ago. the anesthesia is still affecting the left side of my face. it is numb and puffy is this normal and will it go away or is it a serious side affect that will never go away?,this could be an adverse reaction to the anesthesia. you did not specify was it local or general anesthesia? either way you need to advise your doctor of any reaction to anesthesia to be on the safe side.
is having anal safe with condom? is it safe from getting pregnant? . don't tell me about stds and bc pills. just tell me is anal sex safe of pregnancy with a condom on? . and also tell me if i oil up the ass of my gf before anal and then have sex with a condom. is there any chance of breaking a condom?,there is always a chance of condom breakage. you cannot get pregnant via anal sex with or without a condom. however there is a higher chance of std exposure as the walls of the anus are thinner and more fragile than the walls of the vagina and more easily permeable.
pregnant? i'm due for my period on the 4th of july my boobs have grown stomach constantly bloated white vag. discharge. i've been extremely moody had to buy new bras took a dollar test today it was neg. one night after me and my fiance had sex the next morning when i went to the bathroom his sperm was still coming out. about a week ago i had a couple of drops of blood in my panties almost a pink color and some cramping. but i'm not even late yet so could i be pregnant?,hmmm. you could or your body could just be changing. im not and obgyn but you may want to go talk to one or just a family dr. but if you are preg. congrats! and congrats about being engaged! hope for the best!
i noticed a small lump in my armpit about a month ago. it has gotten larger and has become painful. . it is now dime sized oval in shape below the hair line. there is a shooting pain from the lump into my shoulder and breast. the pain started yesterday and is getting worse. i have checked for ingrown hair and its not. there is no discoloration and is very tender to touch. should i go see my doctor as soon as possible.,yes you most definitely need to see your doctor so you can be properly examined diagnosed and treated. it would be impossible to determine the nature and significance of this lump based solely on a brief description.
i gave birth last week and am excessively anxious about going back to work. it doesn't seem like baby blues. what is it? . i’m worried about giving my eldest child attention. i have bipolar disorder but this isn't it.,as you said you have a pre-existing condition and you have recently given birth to a child. only one of these giving birth would be enough to cause this type of depression and anxiety. you however have an additional component of bipolar disorder and together this can be a very difficult time for you as i see it is. please be sure that your husband and your ob know the extent of your current anxiety and possible depression so that they can quickly help you. if you had been receiving some treatment from a psychiatrist prior to your pregnancy consider putting a call immediately in to that person. your body is experiencing a change in hormones because of the birth and we know that this will upset anyone's normal mood and anxiety levels. so it is biological and you do need some help now.
is benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph) always treated?,no. treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph) is usually reserved for men with significant symptoms. watchful waiting with medical monitoring once a year is appropriate for most men with bph.
which is better for an itchy foot rash -- claritin or zyrtec?,claritin and zyrtec are not used to treat the itching associated with a foot rash. without seeing the foot rash it is difficult to help in selecting an over-the-counter medication for treatment. the most common type of foot rash is athlete’s foot which is caused by a fungus. symptoms include red itching burning areas and sometimes dry white flakes. the burning itch associated with the foot rash is treated with antifungal medication. please note having an itch does not always mean that an allergy medication is going to alleviate your symptoms. medications are intended to work for the cause of a specific condition. you need to use the appropriate medication for the actual condition. seeking medical advice informing another health-care professional and asking a pharmacist about all the symptoms that are involved can help to correctly identify and treat your condition.
i have a rash thought it might be some type of fungus doc says ringworm?,hi seems more of skin layer dermatitis caused by some sort of allergen. athelets foot medicines should not be used as it may aggravate the lesion. steroid based creams will be helpful. try changing the soap that you use. thanks
i had a semen analysis need second doctor opinion and more advice?,hi 1-5hpf means your sterile however (sample was qns for concentration) means lab is admitting result is unreliable which means test repeating is recommended hope i was of help
i am not getting my periods after taking fenugreek seeds. why?,fenugreek seed cannot affect your fertility do not worry. a delayed period could be because of stress or hormonal imbalance so please get a urine pregnancy test to rule out pregnancy first. for further queries consult an infertility specialist online --> <link>
if there is a person in your family who has h1n1 virus how long should we as a family stay quarantined?,you should monitor other family members for the signs of the flu but that does not mean that the rest of the family should stay home if they are not sick. make sure that you wash your hands frequently and cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing to help reduce transmission of the virus.
im exoeruencing side effects from a dtap vacine what should i do. symptoms nausia severe aches and pain over entire body. not able to sleep due to the pain. weakness,you are to call your doctor. or the clinic that administered the vaccine to you. while these are not signs of an allergic reaction they may indeed be related or due to something else. unfortunately without knowing your medical history or have the ability to examine you it would be impossible for me or any medical provider to make a direct association with the vaccine or determine any other possible cause of your symptoms.
what conditions does hcv treat?,this combination medication is used to treat a variety of skin conditions (e. g. eczema fungal skin infections such as ringworm/athlete's foot/jock itch). this product contains 2 medications. clioquinol (also known as iodochlorhydroxyquin) is an antibiotic that works by preventing the growth of fungus/bacteria. hydrocortisone is a mild corticosteroid that works by reducing the swelling redness and itching that occurs in the affected skin. this medication should not be used in children younger than 2 years.
i was born with bladder extrophy how to reduce kidney pain and get better?,unfortunately there is nothing you can do to control urine you should focus on your kidney problem your doctor choice of antibiotics is correct i recommend you stay with your doctorgood luck
my father is a lung cancer patient nsclc?,sorry to hear that this is a stage 4 lung cancer in stage 4 chemotherapy is often the recommended course of treatment. immunotherapies may also be recommended as a secondary approach. i recommend also sticking to a full vegetarian antioxidant alkaline diet with some multivitamin supplement powder as ensure powder.
diagnosed with a benign ovarian cyst around 10cm clinic wants to do full hysterectomy need second opinion?,hi 10 cm is large so surgical removal to ovary is recommended however your doctors idea is why leave any thing behind that may develop cancer? ! is not doing full hysterectomy better why? most study’s suggest that ovaries are almost useless post menopause fewer study’s suggest that they can help heart in my opinion if you measure risks and benefits full hystrectomy is better than just trying to remove the cyst notice that uterus is completely useless however you can ask your doctor to do hysterectomy leaving one ovary behind ( half measure) good luck
if monogamous couples continue to have sex with hpv - will it still cure itself within 2 years?,"hpv does not ""cure itself"" in two years."
can transplant be considered for someone whose kidneys have not yet failed?,hi transplant is always the last option. even if the kidneys fail the serum urea and creatinine levels if go extremely high then only transplant is recommended. dialysis is a better option. thanks
i have persistent leucocytosis 12. 5k for 1 year. treatment with antibiotics didn’t reduce the wbc count?,blood disorders may or may not be present. but clinico pathological corelation is very important in this case. bone marrow from sternal area should be examined.
what causes pneumonia?,"viruses bacteria or (in rare cases) parasites or other organisms cause pneumonia. in most cases the specific organism (such as bacteria or virus) cannot be identified even with testing. when an organism is identified it is usually the bacteria streptococcus pneumoniae. many types of bacteria may cause pneumonia. pneumonia caused by mycoplasma pneumonia is sometimes mild and called ""walking pneumonia. "" viruses such as influenza a (the flu virus) and respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) can cause pneumonia. in people with impaired immune systems pneumonia may be caused by other organisms including some forms of fungi such as pneumocystis jiroveci (formally called pneumocystis carinii). this fungus frequently causes pneumonia in people who have aids. some doctors may suggest an hiv test if they think that pneumocystis jiroveci is causing the pneumonia. you may get pneumonia: after you breathe infected air particles into your lungs. after you breathe certain bacteria from your nose and throat into your lungs. this generally occurs during sleep. during or after a viral upper respiratory infection such as a cold or influenza (flu). as a complication of a viral illness such as measles or chickenpox. if you breathe large amounts of food gastric juices from the stomach or vomit into the lungs (aspiration pneumonia). this can happen when you have had a medical condition that affects your ability to swallow such as a seizure or stroke. a healthy person's nose and throat often contain bacteria or viruses that cause pneumonia. pneumonia can develop when these organisms spread to your lungs while your lungs are more likely to be infected such as during or soon after a cold or if you have a long-term (chronic) illness such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. you can get pneumonia in your daily life such as at school or work (community-associated pneumonia) or when you are in a hospital or nursing home (healthcare-associated pneumonia). treatment may differ in healthcare-associated pneumonia because bacteria causing the infection in hospitals may be different from those causing it in the community. this topic focuses on community-associated pneumonia. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated."
i do not nor have ever had gonorrhea or chlamydia or many sex partners. doctors think i have pid. how can this be?,hi then go get tested pid from what i can find can only be caught from gonorrhoea or chlamydia. look at the end of the day its only a test if it proves right then this would be important to your health. do hope this helps. good luck
what are the treatments for colorectal cancer?,the right colorectal cancer treatment is based on the degree of spreading or stage: cancer that is self-contained inside a polyp can often be cured with a colonoscopy. a snare on the end of the colonoscope cuts the entire cancer out. if colorectal cancer has spread into the bowel wall surgery is needed. part or all of the colon is removed (hemicolectomy or colectomy). once the cancer has spread into the body treatment becomes more complex. it will usually involve chemotherapy or other targeted colorectal cancer treatments. as you can see the treatments get more aggressive and invasive as the cancer spreads. so colorectal cancer prevention is the name of the game.
sudden bald spot on top of head please advise?,this may be alopecia areata you need to get a scalp biopsy done to rule out times capitis crp ana tests.
is there any cure for premature ejaculation? i am 28 male and ejaculate within 2 mins. i am not at all satisfied.,early ejaculation is probably one of the most common sexual problems in men. depending on how you define this condition some studies have found that up to 30% of men suffer from premature ejaculation at some point in their lives. the exact cause of premature ejaculation is not known and treatments focus on the behavioral psychological and medical aspects. here's a lineup of some of the treatments that are available: antidepressants- some can cause a delay in ejaculation. these medications include paxil or zoloft lidocaine creams and other desensitizing creams prolong the time to ejaculation. desensitizing lubricants are available over the counter. the squeeze method developed by masters and johnsons or the stop and start technique are also employed to help with premature ejaculation and help prolong sexual activity. if premature ejaculation causes you anxiety its important to meet with a mental health counselor. seek medical help for early ejaculation since these treatments may help you but part of the treatment plan should be to have a sustained and satisfying sex life. what is ejaculation? ejaculation is the release of semen from the penis following sexual climax. when a man is sexually stimulated the brain sends signals to the genital area through nerves in the spinal cord to contract the pelvic muscles. at the start of this process waves of muscle contractions transport the sperm with a small amount of fluid from the testes through to the vas deferens. the seminal vesicles and prostate contribute extra fluid to protect the sperm. this mixture of fluid and sperm travels along the urethra to the tip of the penis where it is released (ejaculated) at the time of sexual climax (orgasm). doctormens. com you need to put your focus into your woman instead of constantly thinking and worrying about your penis. muscle programs are often activated by our thoughts so if you worry and imagine yourself ejaculating you will lose control and ejaculate. keep in mind that your conscious mind can only focus on one subject at a time. hi! i am 33 years old. i tried duramale after i suffered from premature ejaculation for many months. i saw the money refund policy so i decided to buy 3 bottles on <link> since there were no risks. i was very happy about the results even after 6 weeks but i followed the treatment very strict. this was my secret i guess. i recommend duramale to everyone who suffer from early orgasm. duramale pills can be purchased only online from website through credit card debit card or paypal. for complete details and best price of duramale visit <link> hi! i am 31 years old. premature ejaculation is more common than you think. up to 40% of all males experience this in their life-time. i personally overcame my issues with premature ejaculation by following these very helpful tips. if interested please click here: <link> i hope it helps you as well as it did for me.
i have ibs alternating between constipation and diarrhea. could it be related to peri-menopause?,many women suffer from ibs -- it's not clear whether it is related to menopausal hormone changes or not but it certainly is also very common as we get older. a couple of thoughts that i've learned from my friends who are gastroenterologists. have you tried a fiber-containing product like metamucil or citrucel? many gi folks recommend it and if you haven't it's probably worth a try. another product that many of them recommend for my patients is a fancy probiotic called align -- it's available over the counter and it is supposed to be an excellent bacteria for the intestines. even if you have tried other probiotics it's probably worth a try. another (and more esoteric) thought is evening primrose oil -- there are a couple of papers in the literature from many years ago touting its use in women with pms -- and i have a few patients who tell me it has helped them -- so it's probably worth a try. again finding a good gastroenterologist is a good idea to try to help get you through these episodes -- and again the local county medical society is a good starting place if you don't feel comfortable with your gi doc.
i have chronic back pain neurosurgeon wants to do another decompression surgery?,i recommend you try physical therapy in the form of traction and back streching exercise for 4 weeks if it does not help then you have no other choice but to do the surgerygood luck
what are the side effects of treatment for brain tumors?,because treatment may damage healthy cells and tissues unwanted side effects are common. these side effects depend on many factors including the location of the tumor and the type and extent of the treatment. side effects may not be the same for each person and they may even change from one treatment session to the next. before treatment starts the health care team will explain possible side effects and suggest ways to help the patient manage them. surgery patients often have a headache or are uncomfortable for the first few days after surgery. however medicine can usually control their pain. patients should feel free to discuss pain relief with the doctor or nurse. it is also common for patients to feel tired or weak. the length of time it takes to recover from an operation varies for each patient. other less common problems may occur. cerebrospinal fluid or blood may build up in the brain. this swelling is called edema. the health care team monitors the patient for signs of these problems. the patient may receive steroids to help relieve swelling. a second surgery may be needed to drain the fluid. the surgeon may place a long thin tube (shunt) in a ventricle of the brain. the tube is threaded under the skin to another part of the body usually the abdomen. excess fluid is carried from the brain and drained into the abdomen. sometimes the fluid is drained into the heart instead. infection is another problem that may develop after surgery. if this happens the health care team gives the patient an antibiotic. brain surgery may damage normal tissue. brain damage can be a serious problem. the patient may have problems thinking seeing or speaking. the patient also may have personality changes or seizures. most of these problems lessen or disappear with time. but sometimes damage to the brain is permanent. the patient may need physical therapy speech therapy or occupational therapy. radiation therapy some patients have nausea for several hours after treatment. the health care team can suggest ways to help patients cope with this problem. radiation therapy also may cause patients to become very tired as treatment continues. resting is important but doctors usually advise patients to try to stay as active as they can. in addition radiation therapy commonly causes hair loss. hair usually grows back within a few months. radiation therapy also may affect the skin in the treated area. the scalp and ears may become red dry and tender. the health care team can suggest ways to relieve these problems. sometimes radiation therapy causes brain tissue to swell. patients may get a headache or feel pressure. the health care team watches for signs of this problem. they can provide medicine to reduce the discomfort. radiation sometimes kills healthy brain tissue. this side effect is called radiation necrosis. necrosis can cause headaches seizures or even the patient's death. in children radiation may damage the pituitary gland and other areas of the brain. this could cause learning problems or slow down growth and development. in addition radiation during childhood increases the risk of secondary tumors later in life. researchers are studying whether chemotherapy may be used instead of radiation therapy in young children with brain tumors. side effects may be worse if chemotherapy and radiation therapy are given at the same time. the doctor can suggest ways to ease these problems. chemotherapy the side effects of chemotherapy depend mainly on the drugs that are used. the most common side effects include fever and chills nausea and vomiting loss of appetite and weakness. some side effects may be relieved with medicine. patients who receive an implant (a wafer) that contains a drug are monitored by the health care team for signs of infection after surgery. an infection can be treated with an antibiotic.
could you advise on my tiredness weakness and faint feeling following viral infection?,two points are very important here. they are abnormal heart rhythm and tiredness. which type of abnormal heart rhythm are they trying to treat with propranolol? it seems like you have supraventricular tachycardia and the type depends upon the ekg and ep study. did you have any of these? the tiredness is very classical with propranolol. how much are you taking? the other possibility for tiredness could be viral myocarditis which could be seen on the echocardiogram. revert with the details to an internal medicine physician online --><link>
i belive my boyfriend is bipolar or has boderline personality disorder. he is abusive it was just verbal until a couple of weeks ago. he slapped me. we went and saw a counlsor and he confirmed how abusive he was. he wanted him to come for sesssions he was beat as a child by his father. he stopped smoking pot 3 months ago but has done that and alcohol all his life. he takes no responsibilty for his actions. he is degrading and insults me. he breaks up all the time and then wants to get back togeather. he\'s extremly sensitive and emotional. he does not use logic to base decisions on but emotion. ofcourse he can also be sweet and wonderful. at this point we are breaking up and i am moving out. i told him if he ever hit me again i would put him in jail. so right now he is very afraid of that. he won\'t work on himself. he thinks it\'s all my fault. how do i deal with him? one minute he\'s telling me off the other night and the next minute wants to know if i love him? please help.,what your boyfriend seems to be having is bipolar disorder. sometimes there are mixed episodes in which features of both mania and depression are present at the same time and in some people depression and mania may rapidly alternate which is known as rapid cycling. he needs to start with the treatment as early as possible. treatment usually consists of the mood stabilizing drug-lithium anticonvulsants antipsychotic drugs and benzodiazepines. my sincere advice would be to get it evaluated from a psychiatrist. it is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. for exact diagnosis you are requested to consult your doctor. i sincerely hope that helps. take care.
could it be unsafe to have multiple procedures?,the issue of is it safe to have multiple procedures because they add up in length. and that does have to be taken into consideration. you do have to take into consideration the length of the operation but more importantly the nature of the operation. the reason is that liposuction for example and what we call large volume liposuction has had some percentage of significant complications due to the nature of the procedure where there is just a lot of fluid being sucked out of the body and a lot of fluid being put in for the anesthesia and frankly it’s a little less scientific than we’d like it to be and for that reason the time element of the operation comes into play the volume comes in in other words that’s a major operation and if you tack that on at the end of 5 hours previously with a face lift let’s say it’s probably not always a very good idea. so again this is where common sense comes in and this is where the surgeon has to say you know you need a lot of this and maybe here’s where we do have to split it up into two trips to the operating room. so all these factors have to come into play the length of the operation and the nature of the operation and the patients own particular let’s say underlying their physiology how they are known to heal. if somebody says well i’m really a slow healer again you become a little more conservative.
what exercise equipment is best for someone with bad knees. i read an elliptical is the best is this true?,swimming is best. aqua-aerobics. there would be absolutely no weight bearing on the knees when you are in water.
can anxiety a side affect to depression?,not a side effect per se but a person can have both anxiety and depression.
i'm laying here in bed in my stomach feels l ike a baby is movinn around i know ican't get pregnant so what is it? . hey me find is moving around in side me? i no i'm not pregnant so what is it?,hi if you have been having dreams about being pregnant it could be your having a phantom pregnancy you get all the same sings and feeling you could even get a bump and then go on to contractions. do you think this is you? if so see your doctor for help. hope this helps you. good luck
i had laryngitis cough sore throat and fever and i’m having lots of vertigo episodes?,hi i see no reason to worry just take a mucolytic agent like bromhexine drink lots of fluids (i really mean alot) this is final healing stage good luck
how can i get my baby to start sleeping through the night?,keep it dark and quiet and have a routine every evening that consists of quiet time -- maybe a bath reading a book or brushing baby’s teeth if they have any yet. get them calm and drowsy before putting them in their crib and be consistent -- put them down the same way each time. in the middle of the night shorten your routine. you don’t want baby to fall asleep while you’re feeding or rocking them though because you want them to figure out how to put themselves to sleep. don't wake them if they do fall asleep especially not in the first month; it’s impossible to avoid falling asleep during feedings and rockings when they’re that young. but after the first month put them to sleep drowsy…if they’re falling asleep when you’re nursing for example stop nursing and put them to sleep. if they’re falling asleep too soon try starting your calming quiet routine sooner. also make sure they aren't overtired when you put them to bed. once babies start eating more in the daytime they don’t need to wake and eat at night. but don’t overfeed to encourage them to sleep through the night. some parents try to push more formula breast milk or baby food on the baby right before sleep and that can backfire. wait until they settle into a pattern where they naturally eat more in the daytime.
how does atherosclerosis affect the body?,hardening of the arteries is a leading cause of sickness and death in the united states. in 2005 roughly 870 000 people in this country died of cardiovascular disease largely caused by atherosclerotic problems. atherosclerosis can lead to both heart attacks and stroke. and it can also do damage to the legs kidneys and intestines. when plaque hardens and narrows arteries that supply blood to the legs they may cramp and feel weak when you walk or run. when atherosclerosis affects arteries to the kidney and intestines the inadequate blood flow can damage organ tissues.
i have spider veins and varicose veins on my legs as a result of pregnancy and age. will lasers really zap those?,depending on how small they are lasers can be very effective in treating spider veins. i don't recommend lasers to the external surface of the skin for treating varicose veins. there are some lasers that are done within the skin by actually cutting into the vein and eliminating it that way and those are done by specialized dermatologist or vascular surgeons. but lasers on the surface can be effective for the very small spider veins. i have found though that for most spider veins sclerotherapy which is in injecting a specific ingredient that helps eliminate those veins works much better than lasers. once you have the smallest vessels left behind laser then works very well. also for varicose veins or the spider veins on the ankles i find laser as a treatment of choice in that area.
i had sex on my 20th and 21st day of my cycle and my period is now 5 days late how possible is it that i'm pregnant? . i'm a healthy 18 year old that has been stressed about graduating in a little less than two months now. i have a boyfriend and we didn't use protection the last time we had sex. i don't know if i'm just late due to being stressed or because i'm actually pregnant. i have been way more tired lately and my body aches way more than what it should even though i've been going to bed way earlier than what i use to. i don't work out or do anything that would cause me to be this tired or achy.,hi there i've had that happen to me a couple times before. your period could be just late since you are stressed. do you know if you ovulated those days? if you did there is a high chance you are pregnant. i would wait a week and take a pregnancy test to make sure. good luck!
what is leaparcy and the cause? . i've only read about leapers in the bible never knowing what specifically caused the extradition of humans. i recently saw a tv program and this topic came up. this was my first time hearing of it. what i do know its some form of skin disease. what specifically is leaparcy and the cause? why would people still be outcast? is there a treatment yet?,this should help you. <link>
when i shower i break out in red “bumps” across my chest abdomen shoulders and back?,pitryasis versicolor mostly or could be eczema if severely itchyi recommend yo use soothing agents and if still use mild potency steroids
is there a cream that can fix wrinkles on your penis head glans when flaccid?,no. there are not creams that can fix a wrinkled penis.
i’ve had trouble climbing my 16 step stairs at home doctor checkups ok?,hi hypertension drugs can cause fatigue + depression antidepressants can cause fatigue and headaches depression itself can cause feeling of fatigue i think you need psychiatric councling and asking your doctor to switch your anti depressants i suggest b-active in the morning +omega 3 in the afternoon they can give you a nice energy boost (supplement ) good luck
how do i tell if i'm vomiting blood,blood coming from the stomach will be black because of the hydrochloric acid; stools will be black as well in most cases. bright red blood can be from the esophagus throat or even the nose. clearly if you are vomiting blood or think you are vomiting blood prompt medical evaluation is recommended.
my ears keep popping i get a really sharp pain and lose some hearing,that sounds to be a blocked eustachian tube by fluid build up from sinusitis or ear sticky wax. pain would be an indicator of an acute inflammation. you need to see an ent to give you the right treatment after exactly getting the cause …
what does genital herpes look like?,cold sore
stopped a low dose blood pressure med w/diuretic. in 1 week of stopping i have gained 5 lbs & have swollen legs/ankles. do i need to go on a diuretic?,a quart of water (fluid) weighs over 2 pounds so it is highly likely that you need that diuretic and perhaps need to watch your sodium (salt) intake. you should not stop your bp medications unless you get the okay from your medical provider. swollen ankles may not be your only problem. you blood pressure may be elevated (again).
can you have a pork allergy? . every time i have any kind of pork i throw up. do i have an allergy to pork or is my body rejecting pork?,or. you are jewish. an allergy solely to pork would be uncommon but basically a human can have allergies or food intolerances (not an allergic response) to just about anything. if you know your reaction the best course of action is to simply avoid pork.
how long after you take a gabapentin 300mg tablet should you take a lortab 7. 5mg? . i take gabapentin 300mg 3x a day and when i have serious pain i take the lortab 7. 5mg i usually wait about an hour after i take the gabapentin and then i take the lortab i did that this evening and for some reason i'm having unusual nausea and shakiness in my upper extremities. could you please tell me how long i should wait before i take the lortab? and what can i do to stop the shakiness?,there is a drug interaction between gabapentin and hydrocodone in which when taken together the bioavailability of hydrocodone is reduced by as much as 22% but the bioavailability of gabapentin is increased by as much as15%. to avoid this interaction since you already seem to be having side effects from the gabapentin you should take the hydrocodone at least an hour before you take the gabapentin. this will allow you the pain killing effects while avoiding a major interaction. i'm not a nurse but the other answer from the nurse was incorrect in this case. when in doubt try several drug interaction checkers. they're all over the web. cheers.
my mother-in-law was diagnosed with breast cancer during 3rd stage around dec 2014. post which she underwent chemo followed by removal of the left gland. post surgery she underwent radiation therapy for left region and in next follow up she was diagnosed with the cancer spread to her lung and liver around mar/apr 2015. for this she was prescribed stonger chemo which caused severe side reactions like ulcer appetite loss lose motions etc. due to which she discontinued the chemo within 1 month. in dec 2016 she has been diagnosed with the cancer spread to her pelvic region now. she is having severe back pain and is unable to even change position on bed on her own. now she is again undergoing radiation for pelvic region for 11 sessions. i know it's pretty late stage but is there any possibility that she can be treated?,according to statistics 90% of deaths due to breast cancer is with mets the survival rate is only 16% with mets although 20% of patients can live upto 5 yrs but each case is unique and alot of factors affect overall survival rate so its largely depneds upon the case statistics are just numbers then.
what are the different types of cooking oils?,"gone are the days of using corn oil. it is high in omega-6 fatty acids and we just get too much of that type of fat in the american diet and it competes with omega-3s which are the more anti-inflammatory type of fatty acid. which is where canola oil comes in. it is a made up name but the the oil comes from tiny seeds and it is a real oil that is high in monounsaturated fats and does contribute plant omega-3s as well. i use canola oil and olive oil in my cooking (usually canola in my baking because it has a neutral flavor). extra virgin olive oil has more of the antioxidants and phytochemicals in olives because it's from the first ""press. "" you might have heard that ""light"" olive oil is used in baking because it has more of a neutral flavor. you want to stick with extra virgin olive oil and use it anywhere the wonderful olive flavor is complimentary. olive oil has a lower ""smoke point"" than say canola oil which means it will start to break down and smoke when heated at higher temperatures. if you are doing some high temperature oven frying or pan frying use canola oil instead."
how can travelers' diarrhea be prevented?,since food is the major source of infection close attention to diet is of foremost importance in the prevention of travelers' diarrhea. foods should be well-cooked and served warm. raw vegetables uncooked meat or seafood and other foods maintained at room temperature should be avoided. dairy products tap water and ice (including frozen drinks not made from filtered water) are also high-risk foods. carbonated beverages beer and wine hot coffee and tea fruits that can be peeled and canned products generally are safe. the risk for developing diarrhea increases when eating at restaurants and when purchasing food from street vendors. also frequent hand washing with soap and clean water will decrease the likelihood of the bacteria's spread.
is there any way i can treat my extreme menstrating? also is there a name for it? . every month i have my period it's extremely unbearable. i'm literally always very heavy. (five tablespoons a week? more like a day. ) 2-3 weeks before i start my period i go through depression nausea my neck painfully spasms and locks to one side i have anxiety my mood ranges from very happy to extreme rage i have flank pain joint pain and bone pain. i either can't eat or all i do is eat and i feel like i'm high. i have no idea what to do. i can't live like this anymore.,hi tlt you have not said if your on any kind of bc if not give it a try. here’s 3 links that may through some extra light on your problems. <link> <link> <link> do hope you find the help you need good luck
i suffer in page in front of vagina painkillers don’t ease the pain?,hi in my opinion you have bartholin’s cyst or fistula try sitting in a hot bath for few min it could burst on its own if not then you need to see a gynaecologist for duct obstruction removal or surgical removal of cyst. good luck
what are examples of commonly used medications that are dangerous in pregnancy?,many women do not know that over-the-counter medications can be dangerous. in fact many prescription and over-the-counter medications harm the fetus very early in pregnancy at a time that the mother does not even know she is pregnant. even aspirin use by the mother can cause defects in the fetus. for this reason as soon as pregnancy is being contemplated women should avoid all over-the-counter and prescription medications until they are reviewed with the doctor. acne medications such as isotretinoin (accutane) can cause birth defects and should be discontinued before conception. since many medications and substances can affect fetal growth and development pregnancy planning is important so that potentially harmful substances can be stopped before conceiving. unplanned pregnancy during oral contraceptive use is not felt to pose a significant danger to the fetus although deliberate use of oral contraceptives during pregnancy is not advisable. women who become pregnant during oral contraceptive use have the same risk of birth defects in their newborns as the general population of women in the range of 2%-3%.
had unprotected outercourse on the first day of my last period. my period's 3 days late. could i be pregnant? . outercourse is rubbing the genitals together which means that my vagina was exposed to pre-ejaculation fluid. he didn't ejaculate before we had outercourse. i am not on birth control.,hi if your 3 days late it would be the right time to do an hpt or get a pregnancy test done at your doctors. intercourse or outercourse if it involves male sperm or the chance of with no protection then there is always the chance of getting pregnant its like playing with fire its dangerous and playing dangerous games like you you could end up being pregnant. this is why there is bc either the pill condoms the cap and some other forms of bc. sorry for you. good luck
had bad bronchitis lately woke up with a huge bruise on side?,in my opinion only possible explanation is side effects of steroid use i recommend you see your doctor to check it and possible change treatment plan good luck
do people with schizophrenia have faulty brain chemistry?,it is likely that an imbalance in the complex interrelated chemical reactions of the brain involving the neurotransmitters dopamine and glutamate (and possibly others) plays a role in schizophrenia. neurotransmitters are substances that allow brain cells to communicate with one another. basic knowledge about brain chemistry and its link to schizophrenia is expanding rapidly and is a promising area of research.
could i get pregnant? could i be pregnant? . my boyfriends penis touched my hole. there was no penetration or ejaculation. this was after i gave him oral sex and he gave me oral sex and fingered me. i was ovulating at the time. i peed 15 minutes after and took a shower the next night. i took morning-after pill 4 days after and a test that came out negative. i don't know my period cycle. its about time and i get cramps that feel like it. vaginal fluid seemed to decrease but other than that i feel normal. has been a week since it happened.,hi a lot would depend on this you say he touched your hole with his penis was this before oral sex or after did you take him all the way to ejaculation with oral? if he touched your whole then there could have been some transfer of sperm but it would be an outside chance of you getting pregnant. but then you have done the right thing by taken plan b. so with this i think its best you wait till you have your period if you do give a big sigh. but then you get yourself on bc but not depo shot just google depo shot side effects to see why. do hope this helps. good luck
what are some arm exercises for muscle strain.,hi if you have a muscle strain you should be icing it and relaxing it try and ice for twenty minutes 3 times a day use some frozen peas in a tea towel or very this cloth peas are good you can wrap them round you arm ten just put them back in the freezer you may need to break them down after each freeze don't eat them just keep them at the back of the freezer then just relax till it feels good. good luck
can sexual contact affect blood iron levels?,most helpful answer no i don't think you could physically have sex long enough without stopping to occasionally eat to become low in iron (anemia). sexual contact will not adversely affect iron levels so if you are anemic it would be important for you and your medical provider to determine why. is your diet deficient in iron? do you have a familial or genetic form of anemia? are you having problems with excessive bleeding / blood loss?
had chest ct scan primary care provider thinks it is fluid or an infection can it be cancer?,hi this can be due to old unhealed infection consolidation. get a ct done to see for the margins. a biopsy would be confirmatory. thanks
what can i do to get rid of a cherry angioma on my face?,this can be very simply treated with an in-office treatment such as electrodessication or with a pulsed dye laser. it usually only requires one treatment heals within a week and most likely will not leave a scar.
missed my period and am not pregnant could gonorrhea be the cause,hi could be just a missed period women do get these from time to time could be that your stressed that will do the same could your under weight or overweight perhaps you have been overdoing exercising this will do it as well. but if you think its an std or sti just go to an std/gum /clinic and get tested this would find out for you and the staff are helpful. do hope something here helps. good luck
can i use expired prescription eye medications for the treatment of pink eye?,i don't know. i would need to know the name of the prescription eye medication when it has expired and if the person that is being treated now was accurately diagnosed. one source of this information would be to call the pharmacist that filled this prescription.
my 6yo son urinates at a 45degree angle and has since birth is this normal or is there an issue?,"your son needs to be examined by his pediatrician or a pediatric urologist. sometimes there are congenital anomalies of the penis that will place the urethral opening too high or too low (such as hypospadias). or he could have some urethral adhesions that can be easily fixed. i am not sure which way he is urinating (up down sideways? ) but i would have to say this is ""not normal"". get it checked out."
what is considered a fever in my baby?,doctors usually say a baby has a fever if the temperature rises to 38c (100. 4f) or above. learn what your baby’s normal temperature is by taking it a few times when he or she is well.
is minor cramping that feels like menstral cramps normal in the first month of pregnancy?,hi have you tested to see if you are pregnant or are you just having the feeling if not tested get tested. good luck
i have arthritis. would it be better for me to move from ct to va. not willing to move west lots of family in the neast,i'm sorry to hear you have arthritis. it's certainly a very common ailment. i guess i'm going to assume you're referring to osteoarthritis which is the wear-and-tear disease that makes the joints hurt. this type of arthritis frequently comes on as we get older. just to be clear there's another type of arthritis called rheumatoid arthritis that is an autoimmune disease. but based on your question i'm thinking you're referring to plain old arthritis that hurts worse when the weather gets colder. if that's the case moving from connecticut to virginia probably won't help. while it's true coldness can make the pain of osteoarthritis feel worse virginia probably isn't sufficiently warmer than connecticut in the winter to make much of a difference. now if you were talking about becoming a snowbird and flying down to florida to spend your winters then i'd probably say that's a fine idea. it's also important to take into consideration where your support system resides. when your arthritis symptoms become so severe you need help with daily or periodic tasks you need to be living where your family and friends are close enough to help you. if that's in new england then that's probably not a bad place for you to stay. i hope this helps! i've lived in va all my life and have osteo lupus and fibro. while it is warmer here in the winter than ct we do get some winters that are fairly cold - it does vary considerably and it varies a lot depending on where you live in va. another thing to weigh in is the heat and humidity - most of va especially the central and eastern half - is quite humid and is very hot in the summer. it's not unusual for it to start going into the 90's in late april and stay in that range until well into october. this summer we had long stretches of days in the high 90's - low 100's with humidity in the 80-90% range - and the combination of heat and humidity is particularly brutal especially if your arthritis causes compression of your c-spine nerves and you have a problem with sweating and body temp regulation because of it and/or if you are prone to migraines and sinus issues. the hot humid weather makes me far more miserable than the coldest days ever do and the older i get the less i seem able to tolerate it. so that's something to bear in mind when you consider moving here. (and please don't get me wrong i love my home state and am proud to be a virginian! )
my vagina is itching has small bumps at the opening and the discharge is small white lumps is it a yeast infection? . i was with my boyfriend and he was rubbing my lady parts and a few days later we did that again. the next day i awoke to my vagina itching and burning and really sore to touch. i checked the discharge and it was small white lumps but it doesn't smell. is this a yet infection?,hi sounds very much like a yi so choices are over the counter meds or there are natural remedies just read through these links. <link> <link> <link> just copy one at a time into google to the www. to open and read. all good stuff and hope it helps you. good luck
what should i do before beginning a new exercise program?,talk to your doctor about a new exercise program. choose activities you enjoy so you'll stick with your workouts. find an exercise partner to help you stay motivated. buy supportive shoes -- the right ones for your activity. pick a start date and start.
my kidneys started aching may 22 its been 2 days. i have heart disease take normal meds.,hi if its that bad either see your doctor or go to your local er asap good luck
i have relatively high fever with cough and rash in throat?,the medicines you are taking will not be helpful for you. start antibiotics immediately preferably broad spectrum ones like azithromycin should be used. taking multivitamin and anti inflammatory tablets will be helpful. local oral antiseptic gels should be used.
small flesh colored bumps on penis and scrotum? . i have not had sex and i have not had any sexual encounters with anyone else. i do masturbate but that is the extent of it. there are dozens of small bumps on the underside of my penis and on my scrotum as well. some have hairs growing out of them. what is it?,those little bumps may be absolutely nothing. it is not unusual for men to have these tiny innocent papules. keep in mind that this is just a guess since i have no way of examining you. to be sure you can see a medical provider for an examination. these are called fordyce spots. most men have them and they are absolutely nothing to worry about. however dry skin is very common down there so you might want to think about using a penis skin moisturizer. i use one called man1 man oil and it keeps my skin in great shape. my girlfriend loves it. hope this helps and good luck.
can shingles cause your eardrum to rupture?,"not usually unless the ""shingles"" is in your ear canal (ramsay-hunt syndrome). eardrums can spontaneously rupture for a variety of reasons and a person can have more than one unrelated medical problem at the same time."
3 questions: does pheromone sprays work does ion/power bracelets work does penis enlargement pills/exercises work?,enlargement pills do not work. the only thing i have heard that helps with size is a penis pump. just be careful though. these are pretty rough on the penis skin. it's best to use a penis skin moisturizer while using one. man1 man oil is an excellent creme. you can get it online. good luck.
i had a full blown grand mal seizure now having pains right beneath my right ribs?,hi this can be due to proximal gastrointestinal infection. take a short course of antibiotics with prebiotic tablets. avoid spicy / junk food. thanks
what are complications of sinus infection?,while serious complications do not occur frequently it is possible for sinus infection to cause a direct extension of infection into the brain through a sinus wall creating a life-threatening emergency (for example meningitis or brain abscess). in addition other adjacent structures can become infected and develop problems such as osteomyelitis of bones in the skull and infection around the eye (orbital cellulitis).
i had a flu shot in october is it good for the whole flu season.,if you received your flu vaccine in october then it was this season's vaccine so you are protected for the entire flu season.
i am experiencing some sensitivity in the nerve of my tooth. is this common with diabetic neurapathy?,no diabetic neuropathy typically affects the toes first then gradually affects the foot ankle then shins etc. it has to do with the nerves in the legs being the longest and therefore receiving the greatest cumulative effect of lost nerve conduction caused by chronically elevated blood sugar levels. the sensitivity in the nerve of the tooth usually indicates a dental problem so a dentist is the one to see about it. people with diabetes are at increased risk for dental problems mostly because of the negative effect of chronically elevated blood sugar levels on the immunity. the white blood cell response to oral bacteria is weakened by the high blood sugar and dental infections become more likely.
dry cut on labia majora? . i'm 18 and i do not shave down there. it was itchy one day but i scratched thinking nothing much. it wouldn't stop so i checked to see if there was maybe lice? i didn't see anything. from scratching too much/too hard i cut my labia majora? (where it was itchy) i clean well down there but it seems even a slight unintentional pull of the fold will re open it because my cut is still there. although now it's dry white and looks as if it's peeling. can someone possibly give me some insight?,sorry your split skin just sea wash it twice a day till it heals use no creams or lotions it will slowly get better. good luck
why should i not drink grapefruit juice while taking simvastatin or other statin drugs?,grapefruit juice contains enzymes that can interact with certain medications like simvastatin by slowing down your body’s ability to metabolize them. this means it will take longer for your body to get rid of the simvastatin when you drink grapefruit juice which can potentially lead to having too much simvastatin in your body. this can lead to more side effects like muscle pains. this interaction does not happen with all the statins. for instance there is no interaction between grapefruit juice and pravastatin found in pravachol.
i had acute myocarditis taking azythromicin worried about heart stopping side effect,it is not among the common. or less common or rare side effects or adverse effects of azythromycin to get this complication. no research even suggests this probability. just palpitation a d attythmias and they are less than 1% of cases. no need to worry. take your appropriate treatment and relax. regards
i'm late and took three pregnancy all negative yet no period this month. should i wait another week to take one? . also i had an abortion a year in a half ago my body has still be struggling to get back on track though. do you think this could be related?,hi i think if your this worried best see your doctor or obstetrician and get some tests done. but as you as your body clock is not back on time yet and i think you mean periods? if these are all over the place see your doctor about getting some bc pills as these should regulate your periods this should settle you down say 6 to 9 months. then would be the time to re-think about trying to get pregnant again. after your miscarriage did you have d and c? see what you think. good luck
i put alcohol on my face trying to make sure i got rid of germs. my face got real dry flackey and burning. help. face feels tight itchy and all red. and my face is flackey and peeling my ears and my neck also. did i have a bad reaction from the alcohol. or could it be something else. what can i do to remedy this.?,hi why do that when just soap and water would be enough. i would say you have a reaction to the alcohol see your doctor asap and do tell your doctor why. good luck
how does exercise impact energy level when you have cancer?,decreased physical activity which may be the result of cancer or of treatment can lead to tiredness and lack of energy. scientists have found that even healthy athletes forced to spend extended periods in bed or sitting in chairs develop feelings of anxiety depression weakness fatigue and nausea. regular moderate exercise can decrease these feelings help you stay active and increase your energy. even during cancer therapy it is often possible to continue exercising. in fact research has shown that cancer patients who perform a moderate exercise routine have a better quality of life and better outcomes. here are some exercise guidelines to keep in mind if you have cancer: check with your doctor before beginning an exercise program. a good exercise program starts slowly allowing your body time to adjust. keep a regular exercise schedule. exercising at least three times a week is optimal. the right kind of exercise never makes you feel sore stiff or exhausted. if you experience soreness stiffness exhaustion or feel out of breath as a result of your exercise you are overdoing it. most exercises are safe as long as you exercise with caution and don't overdo it. the safest and most productive activities are swimming brisk walking indoor stationary cycling and low-impact aerobics (taught by a certified instructor). these activities carry little risk of injury and benefit your entire body.
my 44-yr old boyfriend needs oral stimulation in order to get hard. is this normal? . my boyfriend and i have been dating for one year. lately he doesn't get an erection unless i give him oral stimulation and even that didn't work the other night. he drinks quite a bit and also smokes. i know he has stress at his job and we also have it at home because we just moved and are remodeling. what could be causing this problem and what can i do to help solve it?,hi there are many sex killers and he has 3 of them heavy smoking heavy drinking of alcohol and stress sorry double stress. so can you see the answers then? he must stop drinking get rid of the smoking google natural ways out of stress you should find some help there. but the drinking and smoking this is all down to self control. but you also need to look at what he eats if he is a fast food and junk food eater then these also need to go to much high salt and sugars get him to eat healthy. these would be a good start save going for the viagra there are natural herbs that would be far better for him it can be done i did. do hope this helps you. good luck ps if he's on any meds some of these are also sex killers just google each drug with ed side effects you should find things that way.
only sympton can't hear anything right ear. er said middle ear infection. prescr- anti & ear drop. 3 days no improvement. 5 days ago my right ear sounded muffled. thought it need to pop - tried yawning techniques & holding my nose - no improvement. only symptom is hearing loss in right ear. no pain or pus. 3 days ago i went to er they said it was a middle ear infection prescribed antibiotic & ear drops. . i have been taking meds. as prescribed and no improvement - if anything i feel more deaf. is this normal or was i misdiagnosed? . should i go back? . thanks in advance!,"you do need to be re-examined but not at the er. you should try and see an ent specialist or at least a primary care provider in their office. the er is really not the right place to properly diagnose and manage these things. while the er is great when you have life-threatening true emergency things like ear infections (or possible ear infections) are often triaged low in priority and quickly ""treated and streeted"". i don't know if you were misdiagnosed or not but have seen numerous misdiagnoses come from those quick er examinations. yes you could have been misdiagnosed or improperly treated. since eardrops are not the treatment for middle ear infections (unless you have an eardrum rupture or have tubes) i am suspicious when i see both an oral and an eardrop prescribed. i call this ""shotgun treatment"". the antibiotic may not have been proper or the correct dose or not needed at all (if you really didn't have a middle ear infection). you could have an eustachian tube problem in which case the antibiotic or ear drop would not help. skip the er. go directly an ent if you can or at least see a primary care medical provider who will spend more time with you and get to the bottom of this ear issue. yes go to ent. sometimes i get what sounds like the same thing. the ent does something with tubes and i drink some water and say kkkkk. sounds like witch dr. stuff eh? but it works and i think it kind of blows fluid out of the inner ear. the e. tube in my ear is very narrow so they say and does block up at times. sometimes chewing hard gum like bubble will clear it temporarily. see the ent it is so worth it. my husband lost the hearing in his right ear over the course of 2 hours last february. we have since learned that he should have had treatment with prednisone immediately and he might have had the chance to save his hearing. this is a sensorineural loss and it must be treated as a medical emergency. insist on being treated immediately you have your hearing to lose. thanks rod for your reply. at first i did try to contact my primary but earliest i could get an appointment would be february. in order to see a specialist i would need a referral and my insurance does not cover urgent care centers either. that is why i ended up going to the er. i'm going out of state tonight and wouldn't be able to do anything till i get back in over a week. i'm just concerned and the er would be my only option at this point."
is it possible to have both a cold and a flu at the same time? . there are symptoms from both when i looked at the cold or flu article.,yes a person can have more than one viral infection at the same time. true influenza is so miserable that how would you even know if you also had a common cold? diagnosed early and by laboratory confirmation (there is a rapid flu test) the course of influenza can be shortened by using a drug called tamiflu. colds of course have no specific treatment. they will last about a week.
i've been smoking crack regularly now my limbs go numb chest gets tight and head fills with pressure am i in danger. hi i have been using crack cocaine recently and i'm starting to have complications. when i take a hit no matter how small my left arm immediately stiffens then tingles i a feeling of a lot of pressure in my head a spot in my chest on the last side swells up my throat tightens especially on the left side and its hard to breathe i also feel tight in my lower back. i know it's wrong to use i need to know whether these symptoms are life threatening or not.,yes these sound like the signs of cardiac arrest setting in. try to find help immediately if you can not quit using. if you ever hear a ringing in your ears that is also a big alarm of a possible over dose setting in
i am taking lithium oral and everything i drink tastes like salt. is this a common side effect?,it is possible that lithium can alter your ability to taste. if you are having any unusual side effects that are bothersome you should talk to your health-care professional.
why is the skin on my feet peeling? . my feet have been peeling really bad. i lotion them all the time! i don't wear flip flops just shoes and socks. they don't itch or burn. it doesn't hurt. it's just ugly and annoying and i can't help picking them.,many reasons. moisture accumulation atopic dermatitis tinea pedis (athlete's foot) chemical reactions to shoes or detergents left in your socks bare feet etc. in order to get a patient-specific answer you will need to see a medical provider so that your feet can be properly examined and you can be definitively diagnosed/treated.
can you take fish oil and flax oil in same day. i been taking fish oil for some time now but my dr. wants me to start taking flaxseed oil im not sure what to do,follow your doctor's instructions. you can take both on the same day without problems.
what should i know about preventing malaria?,find out whether you need malaria prevention. before you travel talk with your prescriber about your travel plans to determine whether you need to take medicine to prevent malaria. even in countries where malaria is present there may be areas of the country that are free of malaria. in general malaria is more common in rural (country) areas than in big cities and it is more common during rainy seasons when mosquitoes are most common. you can get information about the areas of the world where malaria occurs from the cdc and from local authorities in the countries you visit. if possible plan your travel to reduce the risk of malaria. take medicine to prevent malaria infection. without malaria prevention medicine you have a higher risk of getting malaria. malaria starts with flu-like symptoms such as chills fever muscle pains and headaches. however malaria can make you very sick or cause death if you don't seek medical help immediately. these symptoms may disappear for a while and you may think you are well. but the symptoms return later and then it may be too late for successful treatment. malaria can cause confusion coma and seizures. it can cause kidney failure breathing problems and severe damage to red blood cells. however malaria can be easily diagnosed with a blood test and if caught in time can be effectively treated. if you get flu-like symptoms (chills fever muscle pains or headaches) after you return from a malaria area get medical help right away and tell your health care provider that you may have been exposed to malaria. people who have lived for many years in areas with malaria may have some immunity to malaria (they do not get it as easily) and may not take malaria prevention medicine. this does not mean that you don't need to take malaria prevention medicine. protect against mosquito bites. medicines do not always completely prevent your catching malaria from mosquito bites. so protect yourself very well against mosquitoes. cover your skin with long sleeves and long pants and use mosquito repellent and bednets while in malaria areas. if you are out in the bush you may want to pre-wash your clothes with permethrin. this is a mosquito repellent that may be effective for weeks after use. ask your prescriber for other ways to protect yourself.
my mother has chronic pain and lost her mobility – is medical cannabis oil ok?,i think marijuana and cannabis are valid pain management treatments in certain situations. although still controversial especially in certain countries – even illegal – if i would suffer everyday i would at least try it to see if it helps. u do need to check how these will react to the medication your mum is taking before. u need to do your research on this.
my 8 year old is suffering from amoebiasis looking for better treatment?,hi…metronidazole is the mainstay of therapy for invasive amebiasis. tinidazole is also used if flagyl is not getting results. i think you did the best until now for treating him with pharmacological therapy. other wise you must consult a git surgeon for a surgical treatment choice…
20 year immunity cycles. i keep getting sinusitis every 6-8 months for the last 2 years. prior to that i was getting this every 2-4 years. i asked my physician why is it that i am getting sinusitis at a much greater frequency. he told me that immunity can hold for 20 years cycles in which time immunity can be lost and one has to reacquire immunity. this is the first time i heard of this and can not find anything to support my doctors claims. is it possible he was misinformed? is immunity not lifelong?,each immunity and vaccine last for certain year in your body. 20 year is max length. if it is expired you need to renew it by getting a shot or be wary to avoid that disease. so to answer your question your doctor is right.
i had unprotected oral and protected anal sex (recieving) with a she male she idnt ejaculate. im so worried about hiv.,if your partner has hiv then you should be worried. if you have no idea of your partner's hiv status then you need to seriously re-evaluate your risky sexual practices. condoms do protect from hiv if used properly. hiv is more likely to be transmitted anally than orally. if you are having stranger sex it would be best for you to be tested. and tested again on a regular basis.
what medications and treatments are available to treat transient ischemic attack tia?,your doctor will probably prescribe several medicines after you have had a transient ischemic attack (tia). medicines to prevent blood clots are typically used because blood clots can cause tias and strokes. the types of medicines that prevent clotting are: antiplatelet medicines. anticoagulant medicines. cholesterol -lowering and blood pressure -lowering medicines are also used to prevent tias and strokes. antiplatelet medicines antiplatelets (such as aspirin aspirin with extended-release dipyridamole or clopidogrel ) keep platelets in the blood from sticking together. aspirin is most often used to prevent tias and strokes. many studies have shown that aspirin helps prevent strokes and reduces the risk of another tia in people who have had their first tia. other antiplatelet medicines (such as clopidogrel) may be used for people who cannot take aspirin or for whom aspirin has not been effective. aggrenox a medicine that combines aspirin with dipyridamole is a safe and effective alternative to aspirin to prevent tia and stroke for some people. 9 anticoagulants anticoagulants prevent the production of certain proteins that are needed for blood to clot. if you have atrial fibrillation you will probably take an anticoagulant (such as warfarin ). anticoagulants are more effective than antiplatelets in preventing strokes in people with atrial fibrillation. 4 both anticoagulants and antiplatelets increase the risk of bleeding. warfarin (such as coumadin ) has the highest risk of bleeding problems but the risk is lower when the dosage is closely monitored. if you take warfarin don't suddenly change your intake of foods that are rich in vitamin k. vitamin k can interfere with the action of anticoagulants making it more likely that your blood will clot. for more information see: anticoagulants: vitamin k and your diet. cholesterol-lowering medicines experts recommend that most people who have had a tia take statins which lower cholesterol. many studies show that statins significantly reduce the risk of stroke in people who have had a tia. statins even protect against stroke in people who do not have heart disease or high cholesterol. 5 for more information on these medicines see the topic high cholesterol. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what do i do if i have a horrible stomachache body aches nausea and weakness. but have no fever?,you could actually have the flu so you want to stay home from work and rest! this doesn’t mean you get to go to the mall or to the movies. you can take tylenol or acetaminophen for fever aches and pains. you should focus on staying well-hydrated and eating a normal diet as much as you can. if you don't start to feel better in a few days or develop a high fever contact your health care provider for further evaluation. antacid painreleiver
can the gardasil shots make a woman sterile?,no. if it did that beneficial vaccine would not be on the market.
what is bacterial vaginosis?,"although ""yeast"" is the name most women think of when they think of vaginal infections bacterial vaginosis (bv) is the most common type of vaginal infection in women of reproductive age. bv is caused by a combination of several bacteria. these bacteria seem to overgrow in much the same way as do candida when the vaginal balance is upset. the exact reason for this overgrowth is not known."
i’ve been having progressive symptoms for almost 2 years now doctors don’t know what’s wrong?,hi i recommend that you check your thymus gland start by a chest x ray good luck
sex with with man a then started my period then after the period had sex with man b became pregnant could man a be dad. can man a be the father?,sounds like man b. good luck!
what can i do if i had an excruciating facial pain going down from my right cheek all the way up to my ears? . it feels like someone stabbing on my jaw and checks its so painful i tried drinking some ibuprofin to relieve my pain but its not helping.,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. facial pain can be very uncomfortable. i'd suggest you see a health care provider to get this checked out. a number of conditions can cause the symptoms you describe including temporomandibular joint disorders (tmj or tmd) trigeminal neuralgia (tn) or even an abscessed tooth. i can also think of several other possibilities which is why you need to undergo a physical exam and perhaps some other testing to figure out what's causing this problem. some of these conditions are more prevalent among certain age groups or in women versus men. if the pain doesn't clear up within a few days i'd suggest you call your primary care physician for an appointment. i hope you feel better soon! you have to take pain medication the good medication for you is
i had ovarian cancer and reflux surgery i still deal with constant nausea. i can barely eat and i am unable to live life and go anywhere?,in my opinion you had no gerd you had this stomach herina that was misdiagnosed as gerd do hernia surgery you will be back to normal
i am postmenopausal. can i still get pregnant? . i am 53 years old and have not had a period since may 2011.,maybe so but not likely. if any pregnancy occurs it is very possible that it's caught in the tubes in which case would cause a surgical procedure to occur; if this were to happen it is dangerous to the mother. anyway there have been cases where women in their 50's give childbirth but it is one thing to give life and another to nurture it-
i have chronic pain on the left side of my back that spreads to the left side of my stomach?,this sounds like something internal. i am between a hiatal hernia…does the pain increases on lying down? or stomack issue like gastritis or ulcer… do you have bowel color changes or reflux of food?
i have had a cough since september. it goes away after antibiotics but comes back in a few days. . i have seen a dr. every 2-3 weeks. i have had 2 chest exrays and have had at least 3 rounds of antibiotics and 2 rounds of prednisone. i recently saw an allergist and he gave me 2 nasal sprays and heartburn medication that worked for 2 weeks but the cough is back and i am still taking the medication. he just prescribed a breathing treatment 3x per day. what type of specialist should i see?,hi you need to see a pulmonologist or pulmonary disease specialist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary (lung) conditions and diseases. but try this very simple thing first its just good cheese and onion sandwich's you eat 3 a day one at breakfast one at lunch times and the last one 30 minutes before bed get some real good cheddar cheese mature is best now if you can take the onion needs to be thick and good red onion for some real extra kick slice some garlic into it now you have to trust this and it will work this is old fashioned medicine and was used for a long time. but will tell you this it works for me time and time again. do hope this helps you. good luck
diagnosed with probable viral meningitis around four years ago having numerous issues?,doesn’t seem to be related to meningitis. i feel that you are under lot of stress and you need counselling for sure. vitamin and protein supplements will help.
can age appropriate arthritis be exaserbated by barometric pressure change or other weather conditions? . im 55 very fit and athletic and often suffering with joint pain and stiffness like never before and all over my body not sure where it came from or how to get rid of?,hi below is a post of mine try it good for lots of things ra being one of them its all very healthy and drug free also as your see your blood so should really buck you up. the way out and clearing away plaque would be to get on cayenne pepper turmeric and garlic take this each morning and see how you go. its all very healthy for you. you just mix cp and turmeric 50/50 in olive oil and then mix with tomato paste and thin it with olive oil at first you just mix this to a heat that suits you and over time you can slowly increase the cp and turmeric. you take 3 teaspoonful's each morning first thing you wash each spoonful down with water before anything else just after you get up one thing it will warm you up with this which will also help would be very fine chopped garlic just do a whole head chopped fine and keep in olive oil with this you add dried parsley a couple of good desert spoonful’s and mix you just add a teaspoonful on top of the cp an turmeric mix just mix into the top take as said. the parsley its very good for the blood and helps keep your cholesterol down. please do keep both jars in the fridge keeps a lot better that way. now if you google and read up about all three there very good for ed your cholesterol heart and its arteries prostate and ra garlic is also very good for your blood so along with the cp and turmeric your be doing your body the world of good. at first you really need to be taken this 3 times a day the other 2 times just before meals for 2 weeks then just twice a day for 2 weeks then just the once at first thing in the mornings great way to start the day. and yes have had ed now in recovery and do take what is above daily along with other supplements and a hormone. so do hope this helps you. good luck ps this really needs a 12 week trail to see if its going to work for you if its for ra do increase it up the stronger it is the better it works for you. don’t forget to up the amount of cp and turmeric as you go on. one last piece of info some cp i got out here in greece was not very hot so changed shops and using a 50/50 mix of cp and chilli powder this i put a heaped teaspoon on top each day along with a heaped teaspoon of turmeric now from a site i’m on they say to help turmeric get absorbed to take a ¼ teaspoon of black pepper with it and because if these extra amounts its now 4 teaspoon's each morning. what a great way to light a fire in your stomach to get the day started.
tumor on lung pet scan show suspicious but no cancer diagnsis what cam it be?,this could be a benign lung tissue fibroma f the pulmonary nodule is benign it usually does not require treatment. if an active infection is found or a disease of inflammation in the body is diagnosed the treatment would be based on the condition identified and the symptoms that are present.
is it normal for a patient to have anxiety when having an uncurable severe illness?,i am a cna that works at an independent living apartment complex for age group 60-100 (just celebrated a 101sst birthday there) many of my people are not far off from being put on hospice. some get depressed for a bit and others look at it as a blessing. in my experience the persons age has alot to do with how much anxiety is shown. one commonality is they all have such great attitudes about living and seeing what the future holds. the 'anxiety' is most definitely present at the beginning. most of them want to make the most out of the time they have left leaving out any treatments that will cause them to be bed bound or will slow them down in anyway. i think the sooner a person comes to terms with their condition and lives to the fullest of their capabilities anxiety will ease.
what is a ct scan related to diagnosing dementia?,"a ct scan [computed (axial) tomography cat] is a technique in which multiple x-rays of the body are taken from different angles in a very short period of time. these images are collected by a computer to give a series of images that look like ""slices"" of the body. in diagnosing dementia ct scans can reveal tumors and small strokes in the brain."
how can i move on with my life after a divorce? what about dating?,divorce isn't just the end of an official contract; it is a legal surgery that separates two people whose lives have been joined. particularly after long marriages it is painful and traumatic and people need time to heal afterward. moving on in a healthy way — healing from the pain of divorce — requires that you feel the pain. otherwise you are just covering a wound that is likely to fester under the surface demanding attention at some later time. so it is important to allow yourself to feel the hurt anger sadness or whatever other emotional distress that your divorce inflicts upon you. then you can actively take steps forward toward a happier future. at some point you will likely want to date again. hopefully at this point you will have a life filled with many things and people that you enjoy. also if you know what you are looking for in a person (i. e. respectful partner someone to go hiking with) and relationship (i. e. just fun long term commitment) then you are more likely to find it; and feel fulfilled by it. knowing what you want is also very important when you have children. consider your child's age and personality as you decide how to proceed. consider how much you want him or her exposed to your dating life. you will probably want to shelter them a bit from your exploration as each new date might unrealistically be seen as a possible threat (i. e. taking your attention dashing hopes of reconciliation with your ex-spouse) or savior (i. e. joining the family to once again make it complete). where can you meet people? how can you go about this? while it's not easy it's not impossible either. your attitude is critical. being happy hopeful and open to meeting someone can help you. because dating can be a bumpy road a positive attitude can also help you to bounce along without feeling too bruised. here are some concrete suggestions for finding a partner: 1) let people know that you are interested in dating; you might be surprised who can set you up with someone and who that someone might be (hopefully the partner of your dreams though you must also be prepared for the date of your nightmares). 2) join activities or clubs that interest you; then you will be happy with what you are doing whether or not you meet a special someone. 3) find out about singles activities and try some out. 4) try online dating services. there are many of them; just a few popular ones are as match. com eharmony. com perfectmatch. com and lavalife. com
i was on the depo provera shot for 9 months. i have just had a peroid for 30days. am i fertile again?,i was on depo many years ago and i remember it takeing more than a year and the doctor will also tell you this unlike pills or patches depo is strong stuff the best way to see if your fertile is to try a opk witch will test your ovulation you can get them in the pharmacy also chart down your bbt take your temp every morning before you get out of bed right after you ovulate your temp should go up alittle but a few points of a degree but in the case of depo it may take some time. i would look into going online and buying the bulk sets they have on amazan for example read the reviews and make the choice that best fits your and your budget. if your ttc it may be a good idea for you to buy the set of ovulation and hpt together its a great deal. also the directions are a bit different from the kind you would buy at the pharmacy so do your homework before buying something you dont fully understand. i really hoped this helped you and dont sweat if it takes a while to get normal again i was on depo for more than 3 years and got prego with my son whos now 4 a year and 5 months after stoping <positive_smiley> good luck hope everything turns out good.
help! . i am having difficulty locating recipes and ideas for my type of diet; i need a gluten free low cholesterol vegetarian diet. i love to cook and experiement so fear of trying new things is not an issue.,it sounds like you have your work cut out for you! but the good news is that there are many good-tasting healthy foods that will fit the bill. you should start with some good basic gluten free recipes-like the ones found in our gluten-free recipes directory. look them over and pick the ones that do not contain meat. and start cooking! there are many types of vegetarian diets—ones that include eggs and dairy –or vegan options that do not include any animal products at all. if you choose ovo-lacto (eggs and dairy) vegetarianism just be sure to use only low-fat dairy in your cooking. eggs can be part of a healthy low fat diet—just don’t go overboard. it is the yolk that has the cholesterol. so switch to the egg whites whenever you can. and you can use olive oil as a healthier alternative to the animal fats. if you are changing your diet because of health issues such as heart disease diabetes celiac disease or high cholesterol talk to a dietitian. they are a wealth of information. many insurance companies will even help cover the visit. detailed information about a gluten-free diet is also available at the celiac disease foundation website <link> also make sure you talk to your doctor before starting any new diet. there are several recipes that can be found on the webmd website. i have included links to gluten free recipes and vegetarian recipes. when looking at the ingredients of a recipe feel free to alter to fit within your diet regimen. i have also included a link about the tlc diet (therapeutic lifestyle changes) to help you choose foods that are lower in cholesterol.
damaged my knee what are available treatment options & recovery time required?,hi acl and meniscus are two important ligaments inside the knee joint. acl is completely torn. surgery (arthoscopic acl reconstruction) is the best and only option. no role of conservative treatment. through the same procedure meniscus can be repaired. thanks
how can i protect my baby against food allergies?,many pediatricians still recommend waiting until your baby is a bit older -- 9 or 10 months -- before offering allergenic foods such as milk eggs peanuts tree nuts (such as walnuts or almonds) fish shellfish soy and wheat. even if there’s no added risk of causing an allergy they note that an allergic reaction may be easier to manage in an older baby. and some pediatricians concerned about the particular severity of allergic reactions to peanuts and shellfish still suggest staying away from them until your child is up to 3 years old. whole cow's milk should not be given to babies younger than 1 year old because the proteins in whole milk can irritate the stomach. yogurt and soft cheeses are fine however because the proteins in these dairy products are broken down and less likely to cause tummy trouble. you should also still wait until at least 1 – some experts say 2 -- to introduce honey which can cause a potentially serious disease called infant botulism.
can alcohol cause anxiety? . when i drink more then 2 drinks it doesn't matter what kind of alcohol i can go to sleep without any problem. i sleep for 2 hours and wake up in sort of an anxiety/panic attack. my heart is beating really fast. this episode lasts about 2 hours then i can go back to sleep. is this an allergic reaction or what could it be?,hi you just have to admit that you and alcohol just do not mix as its giving you these problems so you either just keep well away from alcohol and bars or if you must just drink fruit juices and do tell your buddies that its giving you a problem so don't mix my drinks as its not funny. but your not alone when it comes to alcohol problems and what is above is how you have to now live your life going this way gives you a trouble free life. do hope this helps you. good luck
should i donate my baby’s cord blood?,cord blood is the blood that’s left in the umbilical cord and placenta after birth. it can be rich in stem cells — cells that have the potential to develop into many different body tissues. in an emerging field of research and therapeutics cord blood has been used successfully to treat a number of diseases including cancer diabetes metabolic disorders and rare genetic syndromes. non-profit and government agencies are organizing public banks similar to blood banks for families to donate the cord blood at no cost so that everyone in need can find cord blood that matches. competing with these public banks are private companies trying to convince parents to pay thousands of dollars to bank the cord blood only for themselves. their web sites often contain misinformation half-truths and marketing pressure that’s designed not to help your family’s health but to get the money out of your family’s wallet. what you won’t hear from the private banks: it is very unlikely that your privately banked cord blood will ever be used by anyone. even if your baby ends up needing a cord blood transplant he’ll may well need someone else’s cord blood — not his own. even if by some remarkable chance your baby needs his own cord blood many of the collected samples are not suitable for use. no tests will be done to determine if the cord blood collected is usable until the blood is retrieved. you may have paid thousands up front plus a substantial year fee to store well nothing at all.
head shop vs smoke shop? . best smoke house in hollywood ca. more info at <link>,this site is a medical site you must be sick if you posting your question here? and keep posting the only people who read these are us who answer them. a very limited audience.
pcod with thick uterine endometrium11. 9mms n multiple cyst 10mms. will getting pregnant be an issue and can i get cancer?,yes
i always ate eggs and now i have a diagnosed allergy. how does this happen? . i am 69 and about 4 years ago i began getting very sick after eating eggs. severe cramps and very bad diarrea after only 10 minutes or so. i just had a blood test and it shows i do have an allergy to eggs. how can this happen after a lifetime of enjoying eggs. i really miss soft boiled eggs. is there a trigger for this type of allergy? i don't understand how this can happen. any ideas? . thank you,this is an interesting question and i'm glad you asked it. in order to develop an allergy to a substance you have to be exposed to it. in other words it's extremely rare to experience an allergic reaction to something on first exposure. (it's not impossible but it's fairly rare. ) one good example is penicillin. millions of people took penicillin as children and suffered no ill effects. many of those people today have penicillin allergies. that early exposure caused their bodies to mount an extreme immune reaction to penicillin later on. that could be what happened to you too. if a physician confirmed your allergy you need to take it to heart. allergies not only can come on later in life they can get worse over time. so that diarrhea from eating eggs today could turn into anaphylaxis eventually. you also should be aware that people with a documented egg allergy may be discouraged from getting flu shots. i'd suggest you talk with your health care provider to see if this restriction applies to you. sorry you're going through this. it's difficult to give up a well-loved food.
vaginal discharge in 52 yr. old hysterectomy 20 yrs. ago. copious vaginal discharge in 52 yr. old woman. no smell back pain no fever. what is this? not sexually active.,hi any discharge from the vagina you should go see your doctor it would be best for you. good luck
my 7 year old son's new adult teeth are very yellow. how can i whiten them?,"baby teeth are typically much whiter than the adult teeth. it is typically disheartening for parents when they see the adult teeth come out and they are more yellow. my own son is 7 years old and he is getting his front adult teeth. they are more yellow than the baby teeth. however they are perfectly fine and there is nothing wrong with them. the best thing to do is to go to the dentist and make sure that everything is developing properly. let all the adult teeth come out and only when your child reaches the age of maturity do we ""do"" anything about it. our society is preoccupied with ""toilet bowl"" white teeth. teeth are naturally ivory in color. ivory is not white! just make sure that your child is developing properly and don't worry about the color."
how can i tell if my child has head lice and what do they look like?,head lice are really uncomfortable to see. i think most parents go through this at some point with their kids going to school and the only way to find it is to really look very closely at your child's scalp. so in school it's very hard for these children not to have contact with each other share brushes hats scarves and that's really how it's spread. so as much as possible if you can instruct your kid not to share these products with their friends that would be a great start and a great way to prevent it. but beyond that you just have to examine your child's scalp very closely. what you will typically find rather than the active lice is nits. what nits look like they really look like flakes of dandruff except that when you try to remove it it won't come off the hair because what the lice do the nits are the eggs from the lice that will hatch within a week or so so what the lice do is they create this little capsule and they glue it to the hair and that's how it sticks. so it's very hard to take it off. the problem is i have parents come in and they say well but my child would shampoo their scalp everyday. and that makes it worse because when the hair is that clean the glue sticks better. so you are almost better off having a greasy scalp because it's harder for that nit to stick to the scalp. so it's not a matter of cleanliness at all. but once those nits are attached to the scalp you really have to get a prescription treatment to help get rid of it. there is a prescription called ovide that you put on to the scalp leave it on for a few hours and then shampoo it out and repeat it in a week to get rid of any nits that might have hatched by then.
how does perimenopause differ from menopause?,perimenopause is the 4 to 7 years prior to menopause. menopause is the cessation of your period for more than a year but perimenopausal women are still bleeding. they are having irregular cycles. they may be bleeding heavily they may be bleeding lightly very irregularly or very frequently but it is before the menopause. so the average age of perimenopause is about 46 whereas the average age of menopause is about 51. but women think that it's. i'm going through menopause when i have hot flashes and all that stuff. that's incorrect. you're going through perimenopause when you have that right. 80 percent of women have hot flashes during perimenopause. and it seems that once you go a full year without a period and you're now entering your post menopausal years your symptoms should improve.
can prescription drugs be passed to another individual in seminal fluid?,no.
what kind of doctor do i need to see if my clavicle did not heal properly?,you need to see an orthopedic surgeon.
had surgery with general anesthesia and eyes taped closed. now have a blood blister-looking spot on my eyelid. normal?,it sounds like this may have happened when they removed the tape. it should go away after a few days. if it doesn't let your doctor know.
"why is my clitoral hood turning dark (almost black) in a strange pattern very sore to the touch and has no bump? . i have had an ""open"" kind of hood since i was born where i can see the clitoral glans just by looking down at it. now the entire area of the clitoral hood is turning black. not raised like a mole but more like broken blood vessels in a flat large unpatterned area. not a circle not a bump. it hurts all of the time but especially when i touch it. it does not hurt to go pee.",i'm sorry you're experiencing this. i don't know what's causing this situation but i'd have it checked out if i were you especially because you obviously have concerns about it (i would too). it could be something minor but then again you may have injured that delicate tissue somehow. if that's the case a gynecologist can tell you if it needs to be treated. i'd recommend calling today for an appointment with your gyn to find out what's going on. i wish you all the best!
how can my crock pot help me make fast healthy food?,it's starting to come back in vogue to utilize a slow cooker or crock pot. in general i am someone who likes to get great healthy food on the table fast. i don’t always do well with things that are slow. however the amount of time it takes to prepare ingredients for the slow cooker is fast and i like that you don’t have to think about it again until it’s time to eat. here are some tips on ways to revitalize flavor reverse bad past crock-pot experiences and have a healthy savory meal that is not an overcooked pile of mush. the first and most important tip to having a delicious crock pot meal is to choose the right type of ingredients. this is where you should utilize ingredients that take longer to cook like traditionally tough cuts of meat. these include brisket pork butt or an entire chicken. (by the way these are traditionally less expensive meats. so if you are trying to budget for meals this is a great way to help with that — or if you are trying to budget for organic ingredients this is where you can upgrade to organic or natural cuts of meat. ). when cooked for so many hours these tougher meats taste great and fall off the bone easily. and you get the added benefit of pulling nutrients from the bone. if you’ve had a bad experience with a crock pot most likely you’ve participated in the biggest mistake: do not use canned vegetables in a slow cooker. period. ever. using canned vegetables in a crock pot recipe will simply turn your meal into a vegetable smoothie. canned vegetables are already overcooked when they are put in the can. cooking them for another 6-8 hours will disintegrate them. potatoes carrot onions and other firm veggies do well in a slow cooker. using canned tomatoes is fine — mostly because you will probably be using them in a sauce so they hold up well. absolute no-nos: canned green beans canned corn and canned peas. actually let me go ahead and advise you to never use these canned vegetables if you can help it. under-seasoning is another mistake i see people make all the time. since the food is cooking there for so long — the equivalent of a long slow boil — there needs to be a few levels of flavors. there are a couple ways to do this. if you are making a meat or bean dish i suggest sautéing savories like onions shallots or garlic in extra virgin olive oil first before you put in the crock pot. the flavors seep into the oil better if you take this extra step. also add fresh-cut herbs at the very end or a squeeze of lemon or lime to brighten up the dish and give fresh flavor quickly. add ingredients that are high in flavor. for example fire-roasted tomatoes or fire-roasted chilies. another tip is that adding a half piece of bacon cut into small pieces will add tons of flavor without all the fat. a half piece of bacon has about 1. 5 grams of fat depending on the size. not bad for adding another dimension of smoky delicious flavor. can you tell i’m a fan of bacon? here are some easy crock pot tips for the ultimate chicken soup. take an entire chicken quartered and bone in cover with enough water to cover the chicken. for every four cups of water throw in a 1-2 inch piece of ginger root and about 4 whole garlic cloves. then add carrots celery and onions and cook for eight hours on the low setting or four hours on high. at the end add fresh cut parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon. the slow cooker pulls out the flavor in this traditional soup in ways that you wouldn’t experience if it was cooked quickly. and not only do you get the nutrition in the bones but the chicken falling off the bone. you can also use the slow cooker for a healthy delicious breakfast. throw in steel cut oats and water and about a teaspoon of cinnamon and slow cook over night. you can also add dried fruits like apples or apricots — these will rehydrate and add great nutrition and flavor. yes it’s slow but worth the wait. enjoy the delicious benefits of your crock pot while winter is upon us. i want to see crock pot what it looks like most foods that are cooked in hard bottom in covered pot can be cooked fast with high heat according the type of food
i had a face lift two weeks ago i now have nerve damage on left side of my face?,can you please specify? did you get facelift surgery so you got nerve injury? or you had nerve injury then you made the surgery? if you have had nerve lesion then you made facelift then this may mean you need to treat the initial cause which could have been bell’s palsy or viral infection. if the vice versa then i think it could be normal post surgical odema causing mild palsy that will resolve with antibiotics and anti inflammatory.
can a woman get pregnant dry humping while being fully clothed? . my girlfriend and i dry humped and i felt like i was going to finish so she got off before i finished. and i did finish but she was off me by the time i did finish. (we were both fully clothed and dry on the outside of our clothing) i went to the bathroom to clean up for a few minutes and she went in right after me. is she at risk to get pregnant from either of those?,based on what you have shared as being the whole truth and nothing but the truth you are not at risk other than the fact that your current sexual practice has a way of escalating over time. be very very careful. dry humping as you call it has a way of progressing to riskier sexual play.
what is the difference between men's and women's heart attack symptoms?,we are used to thinking about the telltale signs of heart attacks based upon many years of research and clinical observation of what men have experienced -- chest discomfort arm and back pain and shortness of breath top the list. but more recently doctors and their patients are recognizing that women may experience heart attacks differently. women may certainly experience chest pain but they should also be on the lookout for less obvious symptoms like nausea indigestion and palpitations in addition to shortness of breath and back pain. in fact nearly half of the women in one study had no chest pain at all during their heart attack. fatigue and shortness of breath were the most common symptoms. whereas chest pain shortness of breath and fatigue are the most typical symptoms for men these heart attack warning signs for women should be considered carefully.
do i have a sinus infection? . i have been dizzy pressure in the lower back of my head by my neck ear pressure some eye pressure and pressure on the very top of my head i have sinus draining down my throat and i can hear the sinuses in my ears. no headaches could this be a sinus infection?,yes you could have a sinus infection. symptoms can vary from person to person but some of the symptoms that you mentioned in your question are often seen in sinus infection. many sinus infections are viral and will be self-limiting in a weeks or so but some can be bacterial and require medical intervention like antibiotics. in order for you to be properly diagnosed and treated you will need to see a health care professional for a examination first
is anger over little things a symptom of mania?,mania? i think that would be a stretch to call anger outbursts a mania at this point. there are many reasons why someone would be edgy. anger easily over little things. but unfortunately it may take a bit of investigation to be able to determine any underlying reason(s). seeing a counselor may be the best place to start.
does taking calcium citrate interfere with taking my thyroid medicine levothroid?,yes this is a classic example of how a vitamin or supplement can effect a prescription medication. the calcium citrate inhibits the absorption of the levothroid which means your body will not get the dose of the thyroid medication it needs. this can lead to hypothyroidism. i suggest taking your levothroid in the morning and the calcium citrate in the afternoon to avoid this interaction. if you have any questions about medications talk to your pharmacist we are happy to help.
my girfriend is bipolar 2 she is going to see her therapist today i need question to ask him on how i can help her? . i feel that most of the time its me that puts her into an episode i dont know what it is that im doing i try so hard to be there for her but some of the things she says to me hurts so bad that i get mad or depressed like ive failed her somehow she drinks everyday she drinks gin or vodka and she will destroy a 1. 75 ml bottle in a week which alot by my standards i might have 2 or 3 beers all weekend sometimes she says things like i dont want to keep living or she would be better off dead. help me!,i to am bipolar 2 my dr. said that bipolar 2 jusst means that i am more on the deppressive side on the upper side for the most part. i don't think that anything a friend does brings it on its just something that we batte. medication is the only thing that helps. and maybe a friend to be there for you to just listen. cougar
what is the best treatment for a third degree burn? . my mom burned the right side of her breast with scalding hot coffee. the ointment she is using is causing the area to burn more and the petroleum jelly they gave her in the hospital is burning as well what should she do?,she most likely has a second-degree burn (i can't see it of course). a third degree burn is so deep the skin become black and it tends to be painless. a second-degree burn is most likely from a scald. a prescription burn ointment called silvadene is definitely superior to petroleum jelly and she may need some pain medication. she could call her regular doctor.
what are aging spots?,aging spots or solar lentigos primarily result from sun damage. age spots have also been mislabeled as liver spots. (they do not have any correlation with liver disease. ) the majority of age spots are benign (noncancerous). if you notice any changes in the border color or diameter of any lesions on your skin you should be evaluated by your dermatologist.
i am taking otc medicine for a cold. my doctor recommended an antihistamine. should i skip the cold medicine before bed?,it would depend on which cold medicine you were taking and if it also contained an antihistamine. you would not want to take two antihistamines. i would need to know the name of the medications you are referring to in order to give you proper advice. i suggest you check with your pharmacist.
i have a constant pressure on my bladder?,in my opinion you and your boy friend are sexualy over active which is causing your morning frequent urination i recommend a 2-4 days break also take an anti inflammatory like cataflame 50 mg for 3 days once every 8 hours no signs of infection or any reason to worry good luck
is it ok to stop taking premarin. i have taken it for 10 years following a hysterectomy and i want to quit. what happens if i just quit?,sure you can quit taking premarin (estrogen replacement) if you'd like. be prepared for a potential onslaught of menopause symptoms if you do so. among the symptoms you might experience if you stop taking estrogen are: hot flashes (sometimes called hot flushes) irritability vaginal dryness night sweats i don't list those to try to sway you against going off the estrogen. i only list them so you don't get caught off-guard. i'd recommend talking to your doctor about ways to taper off the estrogen gradually in order to minimize possible side effects. your doctor also will be a valuable source of information regarding both the benefits and the risks of hormone replacement therapy (hrt ) for you given your unique medical history. best wishes to you!
two weeks ago i got this wart on my inside bottom lip. how can i get rid of it. i'm pretty sure it's a wart. its not a cold sore. it is painfull and protrudes from the inside of my bottom lip. how can i remove its the question. thanks,"self-diagnosis is often wrong and self-treatment can be iffy. since i have no way of determining if this is indeed a wart i cannot endorse home treatment. besides over the counter wart medications cannot be use inside the mouth and should be used cautiously on the face. my advise would be for you to see a medical provider and have this ""wart"" professionally treated."
my baby is 2 weeks old and i am breastfeeding exclusively. my flow is very low. how can i get my milk flow up again,if your baby is gaining weight (usually by age two weeks they should be the same since they tend to lose a bit right after delivery or a bit higher than their birth weight) you may be making more milk than you realize. if your baby is pooping and peeing gaining weight chances are that you are producing enough. if your baby seems hungry after breast feeding on both sides and is not gaining weight contact a lactation consultant (often at the hospital where you may have delivered) or via your baby's pediatrician.
what to do when 3 years wants to be a baby. what can we do to help our 3 year old grand daughter who was potty trained for 6 months & now is back in pullups. she tells you she wants a bottle crib etc. she is a very smart child well loved by her big family & teachers at school. help! please,"this will be a temporary phase. she is just craving extra attention and longs for the attention afforded to babies. relapses in using a potty is not uncommon but make her change her own diapers! buy some very cute panties with her favorite movie characters but don't let her wear them until she is using the toilet again. girls love clothes and this will allow her to make choices. get her a newborn doll and a good supply of accessories so she can be a little mother and care for this baby. keep reminding her that she is a big girl now and not a baby. when going to the store ask if any ""big girls"" would like to go? babies are not allowed; just big girls. she will stop this play so just hang in there."
i have gross hematuria and abdominal discomfort especially when i move. do i really need medical attention? . i was playing football and got hit in my stomach. i continued to play without real problems but when i went to the bathroom my urine was red. and my stomach has some discomfort and mild pain with sudden movement. i'd like to avoid medical bills if possible,yes. you need a medical evaluation. you may have had trauma to your kidney or bladder. save money some other ways but do not avoid seeking a proper medical evaluationj for abdominal discomfort and hematuria.
what my chance of being pregnant after 3 failed home test although i'm 5 days late on my irregular period? . i had a baby 7 months ago and i'm usually on the pill but i missed this month. although i had 2 pills at once 2 days before my expected period.,very little still see a doctor though because if you aren't pregnant you may still have another health concern.
i am facing a laparoscopic mastectomy can this surgery be done without taking lapron?,luprun has many side effects yes. but does it mean it is growing to show up with you? ! not necessarily. side effects may happen but may not happen. this depends on your body response. my opinion is go ahead do not worry …if any side effect started then contact your doctor after. best wishes with speedy recovery
what is the critical difference between a sterol and a stanol?,we hear in the news and in commercials that plant sterols are good for us and lower cholesterol levels. we are even fortifying certain foods and some baby aspirin with these phytosterols. yet these phytosterols may be more atherogenic (have the ability to initiate or accelerate atherogenesis — formation of fat deposits on the inner lining of blood vessels) than cholesterol in certain groups of people. stanols on the other hand are good for everyone and do lower cholesterol levels. let’s start with some definitions: * cholesterol is a sterol. a sterol is a steroid with an alcohol group attached to it. * stanols are saturated or reduced sterols that are similar to cholesterol but have a methyl or an ethyl group attached to them. this difference minimizes stanol absorption in the intestines. * cholestanol is a stanol. cholesterol can be broken down by the liver into cholestanol and thus is a by-product of cholesterol metabolism. if sterols or stanols are esterified (combined with fatty acids) then they can be incorporated into margarine. we consume many sterols from plant sources (sitosterol campesterol and stigmasterol) shellfish (desmosterol and fucosterol) and animal sources (cholesterol). all of these sterols with the exception of cholesterol are collectively referred to as noncholesterol sterols. collectively these sterols can be called phytosterols. sitosterol represents about 80% of all noncholesterol sterols in the diet and is the most well known noncholesterol sterol in the diet. when fats (triglycerides) enter the intestine in our food they are broken down into their basic building blocks. the main breakdown products are called fatty acids. these fatty acids and sterols from dietary sources are packaged into what is called a micelle. these micelles “ferry” these fatty acids and sterols to the intestinal lining (epithelium). they are then absorbed by passive diffusion into the intestinal cells. passive diffusion is a biological principle that substances flow through a semi-permeable tissue from an area of higher concentration to an area of lesser concentration. there is no pump required to get them out of the intestine and ultimately into the bloodstream. most humans absorb about 50% of sterols in the intestines. however there are some people who are what is termed” hyperabsorbers” (they absorb 60-80%) and some are “hypoabsorbers” (they absorb less than 50%). noncholesterol sterols are not esterified as humans do not have the enzymes necessary for that. when these unesterified sterols get into an arterial wall they are more atherogenic than cholesterol (an esterified sterol). this means they have a greater artery clogging potential than does cholesterol. if one lacks these transporters (homozygote) all sterols are absorbed and none are pumped back out: this is a very rare homozygous condition leading to the disease called sitosterolemia or phytosterolemia. it is associated with severe atherosclerosis as noncholesterol sterols (which cannot be esterified) are more atherogenic than cholesterol. heterozygotes people who have some transporter function eliminate some but not all of these phytosterols. stanols do not require these transporters to get back into these intestines. this is the reason that they are safe and effective to reduce cholesterol. stanols are commercially available in the supermarket in a product called benecol. in summary noncholesterol sterols serve no physiologic function in man. all sterols are atherogenic if they accumulate in the arterial wall. stanols are saturated sterols. they are not absorbed and can be used therapeutically to reduce cholesterol absorption from the intestine.
do i still have kidney stones? . i had surgery 2 months ago to remove 2 stones and a stent. im still in a lot of pain in the same area as before. my urine seems to be clear although after i urinate i find blood on the toliet tissue but not in the urine. i have also noticed some tissue in my urine. im in alot of pain an need answers please.,"this is an issue that only your urologist can (or should answer). anytime that you see blood in the toilet it can only be from about two sources: the urine or the bowels. since you recently had surgery for kidney stones you are likely to form more so another ct scan of the kidney may be in your future especially since you are in pain. even tiny kidneys stones can cause severe pain if they are lodge in the ureter so it would be best not to ignore these symptoms and consult your urologist. if you cannot see your urologist quickly then an emergency room visit is appropriate. they will most likely order an immediate ct scan of the kidney with your history and symptoms. i have ""been there and done that"" (stent and all) so my heart goes out to you. it feels as if it is trying to pass my stone in the last 3 "" in my ureter. when attempting to squeeze out the last amount of urine it hurt a bit and some blood came out. is this normal during the passing process?"
i have been having severe chest pains irregular heart beat swelling of the hands legs and feet weakness…,its due to anxiety due to hormone variations. take anti anxiety drugs till it settles down
who is affected by arthritis?,arthritis sufferers include men and women children and adults. approximately 350 million people worldwide have arthritis. nearly 40 million people in the united states are affected by arthritis including over a quarter million children! more than 27 million americans have osteoarthritis. approximately 1. 3 million americans suffer from rheumatoid arthritis. more than half of those with arthritis are under 65 years of age. nearly 60% of americans with arthritis are women.
my heart rate often goes as high as 170 beats per minute when i exercise. i am in my mid-60s. should i worry about this? i monitor my blood saturation and it sometimes drops into the low 90s. i have been doing this same kind of workout (squash) for 18 years.,i just turned 60 and am now 7 years post emergency bypass surgery. if you are perfectly comfortable playing squash with your heart rate that high not out of breath not breathing hard or panting no chest pain then you simply have fantastic fitness. its a whole body activity utilizing legs and tush as you move about the floor and back and ab muscles as you lean in all directions to move for the ball and start and stop. just be sure you eat a very healthy diet plenty of anti-oxidant rich foods every day and keep a lid on saturated fats in the diet. with a bad diet your heart can develop an alternative capillary network that feeds it as major arteries become blocked from bad diet with good exercise. this does not happen to every one but i have this and i know of a fellow about 60 miles away who does also. he also recently had bypass surgery.
will calcium supplement help to heal broken bones faster? what will speed the healing? . 2 broken bones in the right hand of my sixteen year old son. the break is vertical so less likely to shift.,"i can see why it might sound logical that calcium supplementation could help broken bones heal faster. after all bones are made of calcium right? so feeding them calcium should speed up healing. unfortunately that's not how it works. unless you have a pre-existing calcium deficiency (not likely in an otherwise healthy 16-year-old boy) taking calcium will not help your bones heal. the process of bone healing is called ""remodeling. "" your body removes dead bone cells and builds new ones in their place. this process occurs on a pretty predictable schedule. for common fractures like the one you describe the remodeling process normally takes 6 to 8 weeks. unfortunately your son will just have to wait this out. what will help the bones heal on schedule is not engaging in activities that put stress on the areas of the fracture. resting the hand (to keep the fractures stable) will allow the body to do its remodeling job and get the bones back to normal. wishing you well! this answer is true. most fractures especially of bigger bones will take 6 to 8 weeks. smaller bones like those of the fingers and/or wrist will only take 4-5 weeks. just gotta baby them. the body is made to heal itself. just let it"
what can i expect during week 31 of my pregnancy?,baby : your baby measures about 18 inches long from head to toe and weighs about 3. 5 pounds. rather than hearing vibrations baby's nerve endings in his ears are connected now so that he can hear distinct sounds like familiar voices and music. mom-to-be : your uterus now fills a large part of your abdomen and you've probably gained between 21 and 27 pounds. you're probably feeling increasing excitement and anxiousness about the birth; it won't be long now. tip for the week : practice your breathing and relaxation exercises.
i am starting to feel very slight burning sensation after urination?,hi it is unlikely i recommend that you do a urine analysis and culture to be safe good luck
"what can help a ""shocked liver"" heal quicker","i have never heard of a medical condition called a ""shocked liver"" so it would be best to get your true diagnosis from your medical provider. since every person is different when it comes to hepatic abnormalities it would be best to get patient-specific recommendations from your medical provider -- someone who knows your lab results and your case."
do testosterone boosters really work? . while many prescription treatments can increase those levels through injections or by topical aplication they often cause the body to further reduce its own production resulting in increasing dependance on the prescription. . many testosterone boosters claim they can trigger your body to produce more testosterone naturally and therefore not create a dependance. . do these over the counter supplements really boost testosterone levels? if so do they do it without further reducing natural production?,"personally i think those ""testosterone boosters"" are worthless but you have to make your own decision. herbal and over-the-counter non-drug therapies do not have to prove effacacy in the same way of prescription drugs. hi ask any company selling these and they will all say yes they have to they want you to buy them. but just google this natural testosterone boosters and see how you get on lots of help. so how old are you and are you having ed problems?"
can a breast feeding mother take dapakote. my daughter in law suffers from grand mal seizures and is taking seizure medication along with thyroid medication. she had thyroidectomy (thyroid removed 4 years ago and now the doctor has put her on dapakote er to manage her seizures migraine headaches and mood instability she refuses to take it in fear that it will her 3 month old baby boy that she is breast feeding. can the dapakote harm the baby? the doctor says no any input on this?,hi i found this piece for you should help her to understand things and you. for those who have taken valproate during pregnancy and would like to breastfeed the news is good. only about 5% of valproate in the mother’s blood passes through breast milk however even less actually enters the baby’s bloodstream. further how valproate affects the baby is unknown and most babies breastfed on valproate experience no side effects. it is strongly felt by neurologists and epileptologists that the benefits of breastfeeding largely outweigh the risks of exposing the baby to antiepileptic medications including valproate. as a matter of fact the american academy of neurology and the american epilepsy society both recommend breastfeeding in women with epilepsy. its from this site <link> do hope this helps you both. good luck
can i get pregnant if my boyfriends dick touched my vagina hole without cum? . we were playing around and his penis touched my hole and i think i might have been wet at the time. this was 24 hours ago and i still havent showered. also he didnt cum yet.,"the correct and less-vulgar term for the male genitalia is ""penis"" and the answer is a remote possibility of yes since there is viable sperm present in the tiny amount of semen that can leak during sexual excitation. if you were ovulating at the time there is a remote possibility of a pregnancy occurring. needless to say if you and this penis-owner do not plan on having a child at this time you will be wise to cautious with your sex-play."
can the bacterial vaginosis transmitted in the pool?,no. bacterial vaginosis is not transmitted in the pool unless of course you are having sex in the pool. bacterial vaginosis may be transmitted by direct sexual contact.
i have had stiffness of the neck for 4 years now. i need a real solution?,hi you have levator scapula muscle strain cross your fingers behind your head and retract your elbow backwards do this exercise in 2 forms (one)form of streching your pectoralis muscle by sustained elbow retraction backwards for 30 sec (two) in the form of resisted exercise to strengthen shoulder retractors by applying resistance the elbow backwards movement. yor pain will go away then permenantly if you do it regularly. good luck
trying to get pregnant. if we had sex today when can i expect to be pregnant if it takes? . it was my first try getting pregnant. i had my period 03/26/15 - 03/29/15 and we had sex on 04/04/15 and 04/05/15. i know im being overly hopeful but if it did take when could i expect to become pregnant?,"that question is really unanswerable. some women get pregnant on the first attempt; others can take several months. assuming you are ovulating assuming your partner is capable of fathering a child and assuming neither one of you have any medical issues that may make pregnancy more difficult and assuming you are eating well and healthy you will eventually get pregnant. the body is designed to conceive but there is absolutely no way to be sure that this ""first time"" attempt will succeed. if you do not get pregnant. try. try. again."
what does “ggt” mean?,depending on the context the abbreviation “ggt” could mean a couple of different things. it could be used for an abbreviation of the latin word guttae which mean drops. when seen on an eye medication prescription like “2-3 ggt every four hours” it means “2-3 drops every four hours. the pharmacist should put it in non-latin on your prescription bottle. the other possibility is the abbreviation for a blood test called gamma-glutamyltransferase one of the many diagnostic medical tests used to evaluate the condition of liver pancreas and biliary tract. this test is usually included in a basic liver function panel.
i had acl surgery 20 years ago intense rehab. now in winter my knee swells and stiffens. what is going on in my knee? . i live in canada but have been escaping the winter in the past 7 years until this year. after shoveling snow through the winter my knee kept getting stiffer and swelling occurred. difficulty bending the knee getting up or sitting down. it seems cold related but i may be wrong. in the past 2 decades my knee did swell and stiffened after major exertions for a short time but very brief and not as intense as this time. i am presently 47 years of age. sincerely . stephen,hi i think part exercise related and part warmth i have found the neoprene supports are really good for warmth and if need be try doubling up or them. but you really need to go back to basics from when you had this done for exercises get back into them daily but if this is not working ice it to get the swelling down 3 times a day for you its just get a shovel of snow in a carrier bag keep that on your knee for 20 minutes. hope this helps you. good luck
i had surgery in 2014 for ruptured ectopic preg. i currently have hydronephrosis and kidney stones?,hi this may be due to severe calcium and vitamin d deficiency. an associated thyroid profile disturbance with electrolyte imbalances seem to be a possibility as well. you should get calcium electrolytes vitamin d levels with thyroid function tests done to rule out each of these. consult a physician. thanks
i have good color pee then a discharge of blood. yes the discharge of blood is after the pee. seems like a infection no blood seems to be in the pee.,you will need to see your medical provider so you can be properly examined have your urine tested etc. this is not something that can be blindly solved over the internet without a thorough medical history some lab work and a good examination to search for the reasons.
bloody diarrhea. this morning i woke up with the urgent need to go to the bathroom. so i went and there was blood in my diarrhea. it was red. not black and tarry. i felt nauseous the rest of the day but no more diarrhea. it happen once. then i had just a little red blood come out of my anus. i have been drinking water no fever and slight dizziness at times. no vomiting either. no stomach pain. i'm just worried about the blood. should i go to the doctor?,hi i think a trip to your doctor is called for asap if not get to an er good luck
i had laryngitis cough sore throat and fever and i’m having lots of vertigo episodes?,the symptoms of wheezing and cough can be due to bronchitis while vertigo needs proper evaluation as it can be due to number of causes like inner ear infection meniere’s disease bppv etc. so consult an otorhinolaryngologist and get evaluated and a thoroughe xamination is a must for proper diagnosis and management. wish you a soon recovery. regards.
how is sexual addiction treated?,most sex addicts live in denial of their addiction and treating an addiction is dependent on the person accepting and admitting that he or she has a problem. in many cases it takes a significant event -- such as the loss of a job the break-up of a marriage an arrest or health crisis -- to force the addict to admit to his or her problem. treatment of sexual addiction focuses on controlling the addictive behavior and helping the person develop a healthy sexuality. treatment includes education about healthy sexuality individual counseling and marital and/or family therapy. support groups and 12 step recovery programs for people with sexual addictions (like sex addicts anonymous) also are available. in some cases medications used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder may be used to curb the compulsive nature of the sex addiction. these drugs could include prozac and anafranil.
my daughter takes an antibiotic for impetigo and eye drops for allergies. can she take something to reduce her fever?,before making any recommendations i would really need some additional information about your daughter and the medications she is using. . it is unlikely that a medication for impetigo or an eye drop medicine would interfere with any over-the-counter fever reducers. so it is likely to be fine. i would suggest you ask your pharmacist to recommend a medication to reduce your daughter's fever based on her age weight and the other medications she's taking.
what if an adult took 1200mg of motrin at once,this is an over-dosage but not a toxic or dangerous over-dosage assuming if just was one isolated incident. one needs to be very careful and not exceed recommended dosages of prescription or non-prescription medications. the most likely side effect would be gastrointestinal.
should i be concerned that my child vomited blood and mucus after a nosebleed? . she then broke into a cold sweat and passed out for a few seconds. this was the first time she has had a nose bleed.,not an expert here but i'm going to say no because it just means he probably swallowed some of the blood from his nosebleed and depending how much blood he swallowed it may have made him nauseated.
is it ok to have sex while ovulating?,sure. you can even have sex when you are not ovulating. of course having unprotected sex during ovulation is how you get pregnant so if this is not your goal right now or if you are not on an effective method of birth control many women will avoid sex during the only time of the month that conception is highly likely.
it is possible to have outbreaks of genital hepres 3 times within one month?,yes. if you are truly having outbreaks of genital herpes you should be on daily anti-viral medications. your medical provider will need to call in a prescription.
do i burn calories while i’m sleeping?,sometimes you can burn more calories when you are asleep than when you are just lying in bed. and it all has to do with our stages of sleep specifically rem sleep. during rem sleep your brain is more active than any other stage. in fact in some cases it is more active than when you are awake. this activity requires fuel for thought called glucose – the basic building block of most foods. in order to sleep better and lose weight: lose the snooze and set your alarm to tell you when to go to bed. use your alarm to help you know when to go bed to get the right amount of quality sleep. don’t use the snooze button to potentially interrupt those final minutes of rem sleep! take a quick nap if you are feeling drowsy in the middle of the day. drink one glass of water for every alcoholic beverage you drink and stop all alcohol 3 hours before your bed time alarm goes off. alcohol can help you fall asleep but will keep you out of the deep stages of sleep and rem sleep that you need to avoid sleep deprivation stop exercise four hours before bed. work out earlier in the evening and consider yoga deep breathing or stretching before bed. have your breakfast outside in the morning and get plenty of sunlight to help re-set your internal biological clock. sleep loss affects weight loss — from your ability to burn calories to the food choices you make. start with a commitment to sleeping better and you may find yourself a few pounds lighter without changing anything else.
i have an iud. if i dont have a period. what happens to that egg? . do the eggs just stay in there? i had my iud removed a few days ago to become pregnant.,hi it just gets absorbed into your own body and that's it egg no more. good luck
the sides of my nose and top of my nose keep peeling and it is not sun burnt. i don’t know why.,i would recommend evaluation by a dermatologist.
can prostatitis cause redness on the tip of the penis? . experiencing pain/soreness and sensitivity on penis head also redness sometimes. i have been told it may be prostatitis but i am beginning to worry it is something worse (herpes? ). gonnohrea and chlamydia tests negative. has not responded to cipro after 3 weeks of treatment.,prostatitis should not cause redness/soreness at the tip of the penis so you are correct. there is likely another cause. unfortunately it would not be possible to determine a specific cause blindly over the internet based solely on your very brief description. you will need to see your medical provider again not just because of this redness/soreness but because you apparently have not responded to three weeks of antibiotics for your prostatitis. you may want to consider seeing a urologist.
can you take a cold or flu going out into cold weather with out a coat or protection? . my husband refuses to wear a coat out in cold weather. he will come in says he is freezing but will go back out without a coat. i tell him he is gonna take a cold or the flu but he says no you wont take a cold or flu just from going out without a coat. whats the truth?,hi ok i think i see what you mean no he's right you cant get a cold by being cold or working outside without extra clothing and the same for flu. there both virus's and can only be passed on from somebody else. working outside in fresh air is very good for you. do hope this helps you. good luck
when i shower i break out in red “bumps” across my chest abdomen shoulders and back?,hi this is a mild variety of eczema. apply anti histaminic creams with steroid base. do not scratch or apply anything warm. thanks
if you ingest mold spores what are the symtoms. i have had a dry cough with loss of most my voice and no fever for three months. i have seen my primary doc who has tried perscription meds with no positive results. i work in the construction field and i'm subject to mold spore often. primary doc has advised me to seek advise from a pulminary physican. is this good advise?,<link>
how long can an elderly person with 15 of heart function live with extremities turning cold?,there is a relatively easy formula for this. take their age and multiply it by. 15 and it will give you a good estimate of how many months they have left. hope this helps! good luck!
missed 2 pills in a row got my period a few days later is there a possibility of still getting pregnant? . on the saturday of the second week i had missed my pill as well as the sunday of the third week and i'm a sunday starter so that's 2 days in a row as of wednesday night of the third week i got my period. i had unprotected sex on the tuesday night of the missed pill of the and wednesday morning and later on i got my period. is there still a chance i could get pregnant over the 2 missed pills. by the way this was the first time i have missed 2 pills in a row.,hi look i cant see it but did you take the missed pill the next day on both times if you had done this then things will be ok but normally if you miss one pill its not to bad but doing it twice in one month if you did not back them up as above but then you have had your period you may just have come without egg on your face. but you really need to get your act together on bc pill taken same time same place each day so simple. good luck
can this these dots be herpes hpv syphillis or some type of std?,dont seem typical of any diseases like herpes. syphilis or hiv. these are usually associated with other symptoms like fever. weight loss. take vitamin tablets for 8 days. fruit juices with vitamin c should be helpful
what happens if a stye pops in your eye,it usually heals spontaneously after the sty ruptures.
anxiety has affected me throughout my life. my girlfirend got abortion could she have gotten hiv through the procedure. my girlfriend got an abortion. i had already been suffering from anxiety and worries before she did. after we had sex and i had blood all over my penis. i started to worry about different diseases. i believed i may have gotten something i got tested for std from pee test because of a red dot on my penis came back negative. now i looked up symotoms and seem to have a lot of them after i looked them up. im very worried i even have swollen taste buds. could my girl have gotten hiv and given it to me,the trouble with hiv is it shares symptoms with many many other illnesses. many of those symptoms can be found in yourself with enough hard thought. hiv is also something that's very common to be afraid of understandably. it would be nearly impossible for your girlfriend to have gotten hiv from an abortion. direct blood to blood or sexual activity would have had to happen at the office. her medical professionals were wearing gloves washing hands sterilizing equipment just so she wouldn't have to worry about getting a disease. your anxiety has picked hiv as your own personal 'boogeyman. ' knowing that you can begin to deal with it.
can asthma be “triggered” by a cold flu bronchitis or sinus infections?,cold flu bronchitis and sinus infections can cause an asthma attack. these respiratory infections that trigger asthma can be viral or bacterial and are a common cause of asthma especially in children under age 10. this airway sensitivity that causes the airways to more easily narrow can last as long as two months after an upper respiratory infection. it's thought that anywhere from 20% to 70% of asthmatic adults have coexisting sinus disease. conversely 15% to 56% of those with allergic rhinitis (hay fever) or sinusitis have evidence of asthma.
how to clear congested nose suck/spit/swallow or blow? . i have a cold. my nose is clogged/runny depending on my head position (laying down one left opens my right nostal and vice versa) when i'm standing my nose becomes runny. i am using a decongestant. yesterday my left ear stated building up pressure. doctor said it's clear okay and not infected. i never thought about it but which is the better way to clear mucus from your nose due to a cold? or is it better just to let it run out or in?,the best way to clear mucous from your nose is to first liquefy (use saline nasal spray) and then gently blow your nose --- one side at a time by occluding the other nostril. you can do this repeatedly. perhaps the reason your ear is building pressure is because you are blowing too hard and air is going up your eustachian tubes to your middle ear space (the area behind your eardrum). unless you have a medical reason not to take a decongestant it may be okay to do this during the day only but it will increase the nasal drainage (night time decongestants can keep you awake and the post-nasal drainage will annoy you). if you want to dry up your nose an antihistamine can help. remember that colds only last a week so don't over-treat them. just wait it out. and. finally. it is okay to swallow post-nasal mucous. you can spit it out assuming you do that privately or in a tissue. hocking them out grosses out people.
can poison ivy rash return same place after 2 months? . rash returned same places on arms after 2 months since had first rash. . haven't been any where near any plants no pets to come in contact with poison ivy. any one ever hear of this happening?,i had poison oak on my face over a month ago. haven't been in contact with it pets or the items i wore and yet it is on my face again (not as serious as the first time but bad). first time i received a cortisone shot which helped over a two week period. this time my doctor put me on methylprednisoone and within 12 hours the itching has stopped. the swelling appears to be better and i hope my face goes back to normal soon. i believe that it has stayed in my body and returns when you are in a stressful situation. i did find the first time that if you made a paste of baking soda and water and put it on the affected area it does reduce the itching (supposedly draws the toxins out too).
what can happen if i do not do anything for kidney infection? i am having symptoms that scare me. i have had a kidney infection for over 2 weeks now. my own fault of not taking the antibiotics like i should. i was on birth control the whole time but i know they do not work. so we took precautions to prevent pregnancy. symptoms : back aches head aches body aches worse than i was before when i figured out i had one. embarrasing symptoms darkish smelling pee cant start to pee right off like i cant go but need to go. now produced white substance coming out of my breasts? i am not pregnant tho,infection will get worse. could do irrepairable damage to kidneys. go to doctor you need antibiotics.
fetal echo cardiography done doctors suggested to abort but we want to continue?,these findings suggest genetic disorder may be down syndrome + long life conservative treatment or even a surgury for heart defectits your choice to take the risk but personaly i would abortsorry good luck
my son is on depakote and is showing signs of bone loss. what can we do?,many older anti-epileptic drugs (dilantin tegretol phenobarb) have been identified to cause bone loss. more recently depakote has also been shown to potentially contribute to bone loss. problems with bone health frequently are a concern in an older age person with epilepsy but can [a]ffect younger individuals as well. in this setting you and your doctor could discuss switching to a different anti-epileptic drug that may have less of a problem with bone health. alternatively if this is clearly the best medicine for your son's seizures he could be treated for his bone loss initially with vitamin d and calcium with other meds added if needed. this is not an urgent situation as bone loss occurs slowly over many years but it is something you need to pay attention to and discuss with your doctor.
how can i manage abdominal pain or discomfort during my pregnancy?,sharp shooting pains on either side of your stomach may result from the stretching tissue supporting your growing uterus. these pains may also travel down your thigh and into your leg. recommendations: change your position or activity until you are comfortable; avoid sharp turns or movements. if you have a sudden pain in your abdomen bend forward to the point of pain to relieve tension and relax the tissue. apply a hot water bottle heating pad or take a warm bath or shower. try massage. make sure you are getting enough fluids. take tylenol (acetaminophen) occasionally. contact your health care provider if the pain is severe or constant or if you are less than 36 weeks pregnant and you have signs of labor.
can anxiety cause foot drop and twitches in the body?,it is good that your foot drop is improving in a five weeks period. the twitches that you are feeling may be due to anxiety also. if it was als (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) the foot drop would be unlikely to improve. as it is improving it is unlikely to be als. did you undergo any medical investigation for this foot drop? are you taking any medications for it? i suggest you undergo the following investigations. mri of the spine with a screening of the entire spine. ncv (nerve conduction velocity) of all four limbs. there can be many causes for foot drop. you should meet a neurologist for investigations to find reasons for foot drop and its proper management. for more information consult a neurologist online --> <link>
recent erectile dysfunction should i avoid changing medication and go for a pump?,u should also know that heart problems can cause ed.
what is the #1 food allergy for children?,cow's milk. while peanut allergy is the top lifelong food allergy a higher percentage of children are actually allergic to cow's milk.
i think i have chronic sinus infection. my breathing through nose has always felt congested for years and i also have bad breath. the mucus from my sinus are often bright yellowish. i've never noticed that my nose breath smells until i started regularly using neti pot (squeeze bottle version. since then i can smell my bad nose breath because the smell would fill up the area i'm at. there's no pain or discomfort unless i have a cold. it seems that i can smell it most right after i neti pot. what can i do?,hi do have aread through tese two links you may find some help within them one thing i picked up was using the netti pot do you use fresh water each time you use it? as you say about the smell is only then? <link> <link> justcoy links into google one at a time to the www. to iopen and read. see if this helps you. good luck
i had the mirena removed almost 5 months ago and have regular periods but cant seem to get pregnant what do i do? . my mirena fell out but my finace and i want kids but it seems we are missing the right time or something. is there any way that an ob/gyn can tell me if i can have children since the mirena? are we doing something wrong here? how long does it usually take til your body adjusts after having birth control to not having birth control?,how long have you had the mirena in before it fell out? i don't think your doing anything wrong. every woman's body adjusts different to any and all birth control. i would suggest to you keep having fun in the bed room but stop trying to get pregnant. the more you have sex without the hope of getting pregnant the suprise will come sooner than you think.
what to do in case of an overdose?,call your doctor or poison control center or go to the emergency room.
help me please. i have had limes disease on and off for 19 yrs. along with developing ra and ostio along with a bunch of other wonderful little things. so yesterday after realizing i was in a lot of pain around my entire left side and specially the vaginal and butt region and my back my dr. says is shingles i have had my share of severe pain 24/7. this has to be the most pain and discomfort i have ever felt. if you have any suggestions. thank you gigi,this area where its being painful do you have blisters? shingles comes with blisters and this you have said anything about? just answer through answer this above.
i have problems with platelets i need a surgery to remove the spleen?,splenectomy is a must as it is breaking down your platelets…
5/15/13 endometriosis surgery 7/5/13 lupron inj. severe cramping 8 days horrible pain never started period normal? . hello! let me give a quick overview. 051313 i had endo surgery and my doctor removed endo off my uterus and left ovary states it was very mild but still should have all of my kids before 30 (23 y/o). currently started lupron injections on july 5 2013 every 3 months for a total of 6 months. i'm also on aygestin to help combat the hot flashes 2. 5mg every day. 8 days ago should have been my first period horrible menstrual cramping 8+days constant back ache could throw up from the pain.,i have been doing a lot of research on lupron because i am thinking of taking it and all that i can come up with is this seems normal but if you are really concerned talk to your doctor asap.
i am getting my period every 2 weeks. this is abonormal for me. i am 26 years old. this is my 5 period now at two weeks apart. i get a period which lasts a week then i have a week break before it starts again. i get pretty bad pms so i feel like i am constantly irritable or emotional its causing me to cry over anything and be irrational. i am not on any contraceptives besides condoms. my periods have been very regular 28 days apart since i was 13. i am 100% not pregnant. i have ha the same partner for 8 years so i doubt its anything std related.,hi i would go see your doctor about this problem but going on the bc pill could be a real help for you as this would help control your periods a lot better. but see you doctor asap do hope this helps you. good luck
hx crohns c-diff. on flagyl. have watery stools w/urgancy no explosivness. should i go in and be check for c-diff again. mucous and watery stools. also gassy. yellow in color no appetite fever around 100. mild stomach cramps,yes. if you havent been on probiotics you should. your immune system is weakened anytime you take antibiotics. antibiotics cant differentiate good flora or bad flora in the gut. make sure you go to a natural foods store who has a good reputation. they may carry and recommend what might work best. good luck.
could i still be pregant or what else is wrong? . i suppose to came on my period on february the 17th it never came and now its march and its still not here i have frequent urination. i went to the hospital they say i'm not pregnant what else can be wrong or could i still be pregnant.,hi a small list below that may help you out as there are several factors can cause frequent urination such as: infection disease or injury of the bladder conditions that increase urine production changes in muscles nerves or other tissues affecting bladder function drugs or beverages that increase urine production uti kidney infection having an over active bladder but it would be best to see your doctor and get some tests done. as for still being pregnant it could be as some women don’t test positive. hope this helps you. good luck
i have an allergy for dust mites now pain in back of head when i cough?,this pain could be due to severe coughing causing accessory neck muscles to be spasmed. or strained causing guarding spasm. or increasing the intrathecal pressure of the cervical spines leading to disc lesion. get a mri neck done.
hello. i am an 18 year old cheerleader. i haven't seen my period since late october last year. any advice? . hello. i am an 18 year old cheerleader. i haven't seen my period since late october last year. since then i had protected sex once. the condom didnt burst or anything and i took two pregnancy tests that came out negative. also since october i had two serious falls on my back due to cheerleading and a chest infection. i was given two different sets of medication for these incidents. i'm a bit worried as to why my period is so late. any advice?,"my advice is for you to see a gynecologist to determine why your menses is delayed. there are hormonal ways of correcting this problem. do not pass go; do not collect $200; go directly to your gyn. i agree with the above advice however i would also recommend going to a doctor and checking for any internal damage from your falls. i did cheer also and understand the risks and accidents that happen with the ""sport"". make sure when you took your pregnancy tests that they were taken correctly by this i mean that you waited the proper amount of time. some times extreme weight loss or exercise can throw a wrench in the flow ya know? call your doctor to make sure. <positive_smiley>"
hi i am suffering from shingles i got this one day ago very painful?,hi you can apply apple cider vinegar drink green tea hydrocortisone creams. if you take antiviral drug you can heal in 3 weeks. you can take cold showers. anti inflammatory and anti histamine can help you sleep. good luck
my vagina smells very bad why? . it smells very bad but it does not hurt burn or itch. it doesn't smell fishy but i'm not sure how to describe the smell. is there any soaps or something i can do?,hi try this get into a warm bath which has two good handfall's of sea salt in it and you must let this water get inside your vagina ss works for bv and yi's so doing this a couple of times a day for 3 to 4 days. its all very natural so should help your problem. i think somehow you natural ph has got out of whack. ok good luck
very cold and unable to warm up? . i have been very cold for several days now to the point of shaking and unable to warm up even with multiple blankets and heaters. the only time i can seem to get relief is in a hot shower.,low iron levels may cause this.
is there a way to safely skip my period while on vacation?,"many women choose to ""skip"" their period by skipping the placebo week of their birth control pill and starting the next pack beginning with the first day of active pills as usual. some people refer to this as ""combining pill packs. "" it is usually a safe practice though as with all medical decisions i would encourage you to speak with your healthcare provider about it before doing so (you can call and ask about it over the phone; if they feel they need to see you for an appointment they should let you know). ."
i have joint pain and muscle spasms since 2011 now developed numbness in legs?,then i think it may be something – systemic that can be diagnosed by doing esr mri brain. if nothing is up… it can be only calcium and vitamin deficiency.
my husband is 50 ph level per urinalisis is 7. 0 is this a concern? what is ph level mean,ph is the acid/base balance in the urine. don't confuse it with psa a prostate-cancer screening test. a ph of 7 is the same as water so your husband has been drinking an adequate amount of fluids. this is good.
i wear a mineral powder makeup foundation that has an spf 15. is this enough coverage for my face?,typically it's really not enough coverage because you don't get all your face covered with that mineral powder foundation. so i do recommend a moisturizer with spf underneath and then you can use the mineral powder on top.
i have a basal cell carcinoma what specialist should i consult?,hi you are absolutely right. a dermatologist or ent specialist wont do any good to you if its a cancer. you ned to see a oncosurgeon a surgeon who specialises in treating and operating on such cases. do not waste time with any other doctors of other specialities. thanks
lexapro withdrawl? . so i've been taking lexapro for many years and have finally tapered down to 5mg this year. i started taking the 5mg a little over 2 months ago. last week i quit taking the 5mg and began having some stomach/intestinal problems (abdominal pain and some diarrhea). my diet has not changed so i was wondering if i could be experiencing some minor lexapro withdrawal even though i tapered off? . ive been taking the medication for 7 years and began tapering 2 years ago so i haven't rushed tapering off.,go to your pharmacist to learn about the drugs you are taking not physicians. physicians only receive a few hours of pharmacology education. they get their education from the pharm reps who you see sitting in their offices waiting to see them. pretty scary but true.
i had a hysterectomy done 2 weeks ago and 'im having moderate vaginal bleeding and really light headed. even when i sit. really bad headaches that wont go away either.,call your surgeon or primary care doctor for patient-specific advice. you may need to have a blood count and certainly be examined.
how hard is it to get pregant if you have a tilted uterus,hey well i have a tilted uterus as well. its not as difficult as you think to get pregnant. i did my homework and researched this when i wanted to get pregnant. if you are wanting to get pregnant it just means you need a little extra help. what my research told me was that certain positions are highly recommended for pregnancy. these positions are man on top with a pillow under your pelvis and also doggy style. these positions provide direct access to the uterus! good luck
circumcised and foreskin is very itchy. i am a 40 yr old and was circumcised at birth. . the skin left over has one patch that from time to time is very itchy with an almost burning sensation. seems to come and go. it's a small patch of skin that feels very dry. has been the case for around 6 months. . is this an std?,the penis is covered by skin and skin can itch for hundreds of reasons. a common cause would include yeast (balanitis) or simple dry skin like you described. contact dermatitis (allergy) to soaps or laundry detergent is another possibility. a yeast infection would respond to an over-the-counter antifungal cream; dry skin or allergic rashes will respond favorably to hydrocortisone cream (followed by a moisturizer). some people mix them together and use both so this may be something to try. if it doesn't work see your medical provider or a dermatologist for a consultation and exam.
diagnosed with uti hiv positive hiv negative 6 years of anxiety what’s wrong with me?,i think you should get tested for stds. mucus should be tested for organisms. complete blood tests with pcrrna test need to be done to confirm the diagnosis
small white dots on inside of uretha of penis. about 2 weeks ago i had burning while urinating so went to the doctor he prescribed me 600m of cefdinir and 1g of azithromycin. he doubted i had a vd though he was going to give me the meds for one just in case. after about 3 days 80% of the burning is gone and now there is hardly any (5 days later). i did notice two small white dots on the lips of the meatus about smaller than 1mm. when i went back he said he has not seen anything like that before and said to come back if it gets worse.,hi ok so your now worried yes well we all would. so get your self off to the nearest std/gum clinic get them to have a look at your penis see if they look worried these are the people who will know there should be lots of help if you have a problem. good luck
can i get pregnant if pre ejaculatory fluid comes into contact with my clitoris. hi i'd like to know if there is a possibility of getting pregnant when pre-cum / pre-ejaculatory fluid comes in contact with the clitoris? the last ejaculation occured 2 days before the release of the pre cum fluid. i need a convincing answer because im having anxiety over this. thank you so much for your help.,hi if this was just on your clitoris and he's telling the truth about ejaculating the yes your ok it really takes the penis to be inside your vagina to get pregnant even with pre-cum. but if your having foreplay and going this far then its about t5ime you was thinking of bc the pill the ring the implant the cap or the iud even condoms. but please keep away from depo shot just to many side effects. do hope the stops your stress and anxiety. good luck
can soy give you cancar?,no. if it did millions of people would have it especially asian countries. soy is just fine.
missed period by 3 weeks. . . i had sex with my boyfriend on may 3rd with a condom. i started my period on may 2nd. my cycle usually lasts 30-31 days. we haven't had sex since and i haven't gotten my period yet. i have been very stressed because he moved away and i started a new job and i changed my whole sleep schedule. i also was stressed because i had to fly twice for work. i also have a bad thyroid. i have no signs of pregnancy but could i be pregnant?,did you take pregnancy test if not then please first of all go for it. if you took and it is negative then you are having amenorrhea in which a woman experience absence of periods for three to six months or longer. it happens due to imblance of body hormones estrogen and progeterone. due to this hormonal imbalance a woman usually got disturb her normal pattern of periods. and another reason for it in women can be pcos and hypothyroidism. so if you want to regulate your monthly cycle you need to go for ht (hormonal therapy) in which a woman need to go on birth control pills to balance the body hormones. these pills or contraceptive pills contains body hormones estrogen and progestrone and help to control irregular periods. and for this you can opt for depo provera ovral g nexplanon and mirena etc. and you may get these medicines at your doorstep from online pharmacies like meds247online etc.
all my body is swelling my feet face breast i guess it is water retention i am in panic?,hi these symptoms are suggestive of hypoproteinemia. protein loss in urine causes depletion of protein levels in the blood causing water retention. take protein supplements and diuretics. thanks
why isn't a sunscreen that is below an spf 15 very effective?,an spf 15 blocks about 93% that means 7% of the sun's rays are still getting through to your skin. and that if you are using enough product which nobody ever does. so chances are if you are using an spf 15 the way that most people use it you are probably only getting an spf 8 out of it. so the higher spf the better. using plenty of product applying it liberally or generously will really help you as well and going to the lower end products you are really just not getting enough protection.
my 8-month-old daughter just developed this sore/rash on her scalp?,in my opinion it is tinea capitis (ringworm) usually i would prescribe the medications but i do not know the right doses for an 8 month old child i recommend you see a dermatologistgood luck
how is rh sensitization during pregnancy treated?,if you are sensitized to the rh factor if your blood is rh-negative and you have been sensitized to rh-positive blood you now have antibodies to rh-positive blood. the antibodies kill rh-positive red blood cells. if you become pregnant with an rh-positive baby ( fetus ) the antibodies can destroy your fetus's red blood cells. this can cause anemia. if you are already rh-sensitized and are pregnant your treatment will focus on preventing or minimizing fetal harm and on avoiding early (preterm) delivery. treatment options depend on how well or poorly the fetus is doing. if testing shows that your fetus is rh-positive but is only mildly affected by your rh factor antibodies you will be closely monitored until your pregnancy reaches term. your fetus will be delivered early only if his or her condition worsens. if testing shows that your fetus is moderately affected by your rh antibodies your fetus's condition will be closely monitored until his or her lungs are mature enough for a preterm delivery. a cesarean section may be used to deliver the baby quickly or to avoid the difficulty of inducing labor before term. a moderately affected newborn sometimes requires a blood transfusion immediately after birth. if testing shows that your fetus is severely affected by your rh factor antibodies a blood transfusion may be given before birth ( intrauterine fetal blood transfusion ). this can be done through the fetus's abdomen or directly into the fetus's umbilical cord. a preterm delivery is likely to be needed. multiple blood transfusions are sometimes needed to keep a fetus healthy until the fetal lungs mature enough to function after birth. often a cesarean section is done to deliver the baby quickly. a blood transfusion is sometimes needed immediately after birth. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
how long after virus enters body until cold symptoms begin,assuming your are susceptible to this particular virus (there are over 200 that can cause a cold) and your immune system is caught sleeping you can develop cold symptoms in 12 - 24 hours (some say sooner).
can overuse of tineacid cause penis issues? male using this product since aug. now has rash and soreness of penis. penis is red and swollen have been diagnosed with urinary tract infection taking antibiotic cipro for past 7 days.,the antibiotics should clear this up. just make sure you take all of the pills. and if you still have some lingering skin issues like a rash or dryness you should use a product called man1 man oil. it is made just for the penis skin and will clear up any irritation quickly and safely. it's a great product. you can find it online. good luck!
pregnant after depo? . i recieved my first depo shot in may and just recently received my third one in november. my husband and i decided we'd like to have a child. should i wait till february to start fertility drugs to help us or would i be able to start now? i was told that fertibella is a great start but i just don't know when exactly. thank you!,hi yes it would be best and also wait till you get your periods back and back to normal once there regular then will be the time to start for your family and taken your vits for pregnancy. hope this helps you. good luck
"i exercise and eat right very healthy. not overweight per se but need to lose abdominal fat drop about 15 lbs. i am 43 female healthy: 5'8"" about 155 lbs. i exercise regularly: at least 45 minutes of cardio every other day with pilates-type exercises between. i eat all-natural foods about 30-30-40 percent for protein fat and carbs about 1200-1400 cal/day. i do not look fat overall-my legs are very muscular and my arms are toned. the problem is extra weight right up front in my abdominal area so it looks like i am pregnant (i am not). very embarrassing and nothing i do seems to trim it back!",hi there is ways but i will tell you now its the hardest weight to lose if you want to lose it its all down to lots and lots of sit ups doing side twists best if you have turntable for that is and any other exercise you can think of that will burn fat around the middle. will tell you now its going to be long hard work and you have a long road to go down. try doing only 1200 cals for 5 days and the other two on 500 cals it can be done you just eat lots of fruit on the 500 days but no bananas. good luck
can i spread herpes to my children? . i just found out that i have herpes type 2 i had a cold sore on my mouth and the doctor thinks i passed it to myself down there. i need to know if there is any possibility at any time to pass it to my children.,sadly yes. you can pass herpes type 1 or 2 to your children so it would be wise to hold off on kissing them when you have a lip lesion breakout. when you have genital lesions you should consider taking some suppression medicine (antiviral drugs) to limit your outbreaks and exercise some caution when touching these lesions or sharing towels. herpes can be spread even when you do not have active lesions but this is less common. there is a good chance that your children may get exposed to herpes simplex from one of their classmates at some time in their young lives so if they do get it it may not be from you exclusively.
does anyone have any ideas for a book trailer? . this fascinating story follows the life of a young girl sue who was born into abuse and poverty. she defeated the odds winning through her own grit determination and humorous ingenuity. she made her way from the backwoods of upstate new york and lived in a trailer with her uneducated teenage parents–a structure that eventually became a chicken coop. <link>,non-medical advertisements take up valuable posting space for people who are seeking responses.
when i get upset i feel nauseous i can't beathe and my stomach hurts i get really depressed. should i talk to a doctor? . i was just wondering if i should see a doctor. when i get upset i feel overwhelmed. i can't breathe my stomach starts to hurt and i feel nauseous. i feel alone and really depressed. i can't do anything i use to enjoy with the same enjoyment. this can last for a couple days. it's something that occurs quite often. i was just wondering if i should see a doctor or if this is okay.,"no this is not ok. yes you should see a doctor or psychotherapist or psychiatrist. depression is very common and there are many very good medications available these days to treat it. the same is true of anxiety which might be what you're experiencing and which could cause the shortness of breath nausea and stomachache you describe. you are not alone in your feelings. many people experience the same things which i hope brings you comfort. a doctor can help you figure out what's going on and suggest treatment for you. you deserve to live a happy full fulfilled life. you're worth it. personally i do not believe in taking antidepressants without ""talk therapy"" (also called cognitive therapy). i think you might benefit from a combination of both and i encourage you to seek this help. i wish you all the best!"
what happens to someone when they get malaria?,when you're bitten by a malaria -infected mosquito the parasites that cause malaria are injected into your blood and invade your liver cells. the parasite reproduces in the liver cells which then burst open allowing thousands of new parasites to enter the bloodstream and infect red blood cells. the parasites reproduce again in the blood cells kill the blood cells and then move to other uninfected blood cells. the time from the initial malaria infection until symptoms appear (incubation period) generally ranges from: 1 9 to 14 days for plasmodium (p. ) falciparum. 12 to 18 days for p. vivax and p. ovale. 18 to 40 days for p. malariae. 11 to 12 days for p. knowlesi. symptoms can appear in 7 days. occasionally the time between exposure and signs of illness may be as long as 8 to 10 months with p. vivax and p. ovale because these parasites can survive in the human liver for a long time. the incubation period may be longer if you are taking medicine to prevent infection (chemoprophylaxis) or have developed partial immunity due to previous infections. malaria can begin with flu -like symptoms. in the early stages infection from p. falciparum is similar to infection from p. vivax p. malariae and p. ovale. you may have no symptoms or symptoms that are less severe if you are immune or partially immune to malaria. common malaria symptoms include: fever. chills and a rapidly rising temperature. headaches nausea and extreme sweating. symptoms may appear in cycles. the time between episodes of fever and other symptoms varies with the specific parasite you are infected with. episodes of symptoms may occur: every 48 hours if you are infected with p. vivax or p. ovale. every 72 hours if you are infected with p. malariae. p. falciparum does not usually have a regular cyclic fever. after the early stages life-threatening complications develop rapidly with p. falciparum and p. knowlesi and if untreated may result in irreversible complications or death. 2 if untreated you may recover in a week to a month (or longer) after being infected with p. vivax p. malariae or p. ovale. malaria can be a very serious disease for a pregnant woman and her unborn baby ( fetus ) and for young children. medication choices are limited for a pregnant woman or a child. infection with p. falciparum can lead to death for a pregnant woman and her fetus. for these reasons a pregnant woman should not travel to an area where she could get p. falciparum malaria. visit the cdc web site (www. cdc. gov/malaria/travel/index. htm) to find out whether malaria is a problem in the country where you will be traveling. malaria recurrences malaria caused by p. falciparum may come back (recur) at irregular intervals for up to 2 years if treatment is not complete. malaria caused by p. vivax and p. ovale may recur at irregular intervals for up to 3 to 4 years but medication treatment can prevent relapses. p. malariae can remain in the blood of an infected person for more than 30 years usually without causing any symptoms. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
my mother is 72 when she stands up for a little while she wants to pass out?,this may be age related electrolyte imbalance with vitamin deficiencies. get her electrolytes checked ( na k ca). blood pressure needs to be monitored. postural hypertension needs to be considered.
hello my mother 80 yrs old has a couple problems that maybe you could tell me something about her ear and naval. hello my mother 80 yrs old has a couple problems that maybe you could tell me something that could help her oozing from ear and some blood while see is laying down she has build ear that is what they called it back then build up in the ear i guess plus has some oozing from her navel any answers to what this is and any home remedies? thank you bill,before blindly starting in home remedies it would be good to have your elderly mother properly examined. finding a reason for his bloody ear discharge. this could easily be an infection that requires a prescription antibiotic or just a scratch in the ear canal. without an exam it would be difficult to know how to effectively treat it. the oozing from the navel is likely a skin infection perhaps impetigo (a staph or strep infections). again because of her age this may need more aggressive treatment than what you can provide at home. you can carefully clean this area with betadine and use a topical antibiotic ointment for now. it may or may not help. sometimes an elderly person will get fungal infections in both these areas so an antibiotic would not help. if this is the case anti-fungal treatments are required. again getting a proper diagnosis first would be best.
okay i'm gonna give all the details because i'm freaking out and i just need answers. so i lost my virginity to my bf 6 days before i got my period. we've only ever had sex 3 times. after the next time i got my period two days late. my next period was supposed to be december 13 and i haven't gotten it. we always use condoms (never broke). i figured maybe it's late because of all the antibiotics i was on due to strep throat and the abnormal sleep patterns due to finals but i just never got my period. the antibiotics also caused me to get a yeast infection. so why did i miss it!?,ok its possible to get a missed period with out worrying it happens. the yeast infection and the antibiotics your have been on there could be a link to the missed period this would depend on your medical history. next time your on antibiotics try taken yogurt each day your on the should stop the yeast infections if you do get a yeast infection try warm sea salt baths and just let the water get inside your vagina for more info just google sea salt and yeast infection. hope this helps you. good luck
what do you do for a lower abdominal muscle strain? . my son injured himself during track season. he has been hurt for the last two months. we went to the doctor and it is not a hernia. he has been checked for that. he still cannot run and is some pain. it is a bothersome pain that flares up when he is active. what should we do for this?,hopefully you have seen a doctor about this strain if it seems serious it may be a torn muscle and may cause other problems. mistreating an abdominal strain (either by icing or stretching wrong) could be fatal. speak to a doctor before treating a sprain. if it is mild or you have already spoken to a doctor : rest: rest is recommended for the early recovery phase lasting 1 to 5 days depending on the severity of the injury. immobilization is not usually necessary and can be potentially harmful. immobilization in a splint or cast should be carefully supervised by your doctor as this can lead to stiffness of the muscle. ice: ice application helps reduce swelling bleeding and pain. ice application should begin as soon as possible after sustaining a muscle pull. ice applications can be done frequently but should not be done for more than 15 minutes at a time. anti-inflammatory medications: anti-inflammatory medications can help reduce swelling and alleviate painful symptoms. these medications do have potential side effects and you should check with your doctor prior to starting anti-inflammatory medications. gentle stretching: stretching and strengthening are useful in treatment and prevention of muscle strain injuries. muscles that are stronger and more flexible are less likely to be injured. strengthening: after injuring the muscle it is important to regain strength before returning to athletic activities. both the injury itself and the rest period following the injury can reduce the strength of the muscle. stronger muscles are less likely to sustain a re-injury. heat applications: laboratory studies have shown that temperature can influence the stiffness of a muscle. by keeping the body and muscles warm the muscle is less likely to sustain a strain type of injury. avoid muscle fatigue: muscles help absorb energy and restoring the strength of the muscle will help prevent re-injury. muscles that are fatigued are more likely to be injured. athletes should use caution especially as they become fatigued as the muscle becomes more susceptible to strain injuries. warm-up properly: warming up prior to athletic competition or sports will help loosen the muscle and prevent injuries. jumping into a sport with stiff muscles can lead to a higher chance of straining the muscle.
pregnancy. it is possible to get pregnant in this situation:. boy masturbate and after ejaculation he touch the doorknob. after a few seconds girl touches the handle and then goes to the bathroom to pee.,hi no male sperm is not that magical and you would really notice if there was that amount of sperm on the door knob to get pregnant. sperms good but not that good. so relax and take a long deep breath. good luck
is it ok to have sex with a cyst on your penis? . i am wondering if having a cyst on my penis will stop me from having sex and i am worried about my sex life. so i am asking this question out of curiosity and worry. its a very small cyst on the lower bottom side of my shaft.,if this is an innocent skin cyst on the shaft of your penis and properly diagnosed by a medical professional (and not self-diagnosed) a cyst would not preclude you from sexual activity as long as its presence did not worry your partner. these tiny cysts (often sebaceous cysts) can be easily removed so if they are concerning you just get the cyst taken off. as long as you are sure it is a cyst and not an std. then it should be no problem. hopefully it won't freak your partner out though. you could try using one of those penis health cremes (man1 man oil is a good one) to improve upon overall skin texture and hygiene down there. this might counterbalance the issue with the cyst. hope this helps!
is it true my uterus will never regain its original size if i do not breastfeed,not true but breast-feeding is definiely helpful after a delivery not only for the baby (of course) and it does help your uterus. your uterus will be just fine rather you choose to breastfed or not. to be truthful no uterus regains it's pre-pregnancy size again.
i was prescribed the wrong dose of antibiotics?,hi the bacteria are resistent to clindamycin (this is not a regularly used medicine for oral infections). novaclox augmentin etc are the drugs we generally use. taking wrong antibiotics can help the bacteria grow even more and may land you in trouble. get the abscess drained change the antibiotic. iv antibiotics are better than oral ones. thanks
my active 13-year-old daughter has gained a lot of weight this year. she is 5 foot 6 and weighs 198. what should we do?,your daughter is obese and needs a full assessment. her major weight gain occurred roughly at the time her endocrine system kicked in with her menstrual cycle. i would ask her physician to look into two conditions: cushing's disease and polycystic ovarian syndrome. the evaluations are straightforward and both are amenable to effective therapies. clearly her thyroid function needs to be assessed as well. if the family history is strong for obesity it is common for girls to express the obesity gene at time of pubescence. teens can sneak eat with the best of them so what you see her eat may not at all reflect what she's actually consuming. if the home environment includes lots of junk food sitting around and people who are themselves not practicing healthy nutrition and exercise habits then she'll emulate those habits. finally research shows that in teen girls physical activity plummets by the age of 14 or so. they literally stop moving. but they don't stop eating. thus the problem. please get the medical assessment done completely and as soon as possible.
prescribed prednisone five 10 mg once daily for 2 days do i take 5 at once. prednisone 10mg tablets 5tablets by mouth once daily for 2 days then 4 for 2 days then 3 for 2 days then 2 for 2 days then 1 for 2 days my question is do i take the dosage i. e 5 tablets at one time or through out the day,it may be best to take them all at once. in the mornings (they can keep you awake).
i'm thirteen weeks pregnant and seeing blood in my urine i have no pain or burning sensation what could be,hi try this give your vagina a sea salt wash or better still bath in warm sea salt water this will help cleanse and heal your tear try doing it twice a day if you can. your be surprised how this will help. good luck
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it's hard to lose weight with hypothyroid. however if you exercise can you at least be able to tone up?,you can be hypothyroid and still lose weight (and tone up). once you are on thyroid replacement therapy go on a calorie-restricted diet and start a good exercise program. i can guarantee that you will lose weight; perhaps not as fast as you would like but you will steadily lose extra pounds as long as you are on your diet. see a nutritionist if you are having difficulties and always check with your doctor first before starting any diet.
i feel worn out can’t sleep nauseous and cold?,hi it seems that you have a gut infection. you should start taking probiotic tablets and if needed antibiotics. drink plenty of fluids especially fruit juices and ors. taking antacids and antispasmodics will help you alleviate pain. consult a doctor if the symptoms do not improve. thanks
what coverage does medicare give for hifu treatment of prostate cancer. hifu is high intensity focased ultrasound,generally medicare covers the treatment for prostate cancer. however i'm not sure this particular treatment has been approved for use in the united states. if that's the case it likely won't be covered by medicare. i would suggest you discuss this with your physician and/or get personalized assistance from medicare. gov. you can look here for contacts: <link>
37 man. t. level is 191ng/dl. have history depression. also ed. but libido is there. do i need injection/treatment? . i am 37 years old male. i have ed problem which had lead to separation and even more depression. my t. level is 191ng/dl libido is present but ed prevents the right experience most of the time. on occasions it was possible to maintain erection. is 191 too low for my age? do i need injection or t. treatment? i am afraid taking depression medications will even worsen the sexual desire and ed. please help.,hi depression meds are sex killers try this google natural ways out of depression this is all drug free. at 191 you are low it needs to be around 668 but just remember if you start taken any kind of meds to raise it up this could shut down the rest of your own testosterone making equipment this would leave you dependent on testosterone meds for the rest of your life. s for a start try this its all foods that can raise your testosterone. <link> just copy this link into googel to the www. to open and read. <link> this you will need as well google as above. if this does not work come back to me through answer this above good luck
my body hasn’t been feeling good at all what can be wrong?,i would prefer to repeat your thyroid test work up i am suspecting hypothyroidosm and let me know the result of the us
girlfriends two week late never had sex but precum touched top of vagina. she getting syptoms but two neg tests. prego? . thought she had a uit but came out neg but traces of blood in urine 2 failed pregnancy test at home 2 weeks after missed period! she started cramping and thought she was gonna start but never did and sore nipples. doctor said not to worry and it can be normal for a 19 year old girl to be irregular but she never has been in the past.,hi have you been having unprotected sex? even just putting you penis and not ejaculating she can still get pregnant if you masturbated before sex then sperm would be in your urethra and any sperm would be carried in pre-cum. so all you can do is get her to her doctors and get a test done there best way. good luck
can i get too many vitamins? if so what can happen?,"believe it or not you can actually take too many vitamins and they can build up in your body and possibly cause toxicity. this can happen with the ""fat soluble"" vitamins which are a d e and k. you definitely want to be careful and make sure that your health-care provider (they may run blood work periodically) and pharmacist know everything that you are taking."
my cell phone caught fire and i was exposed to chemical fumes?,if you are having no symptoms now then it is ok. but if u still have symptoms like nausea vomiting cough chest pains frequent urination then it is necessary other wise do not worry.
my grandma slipped on the floor yesterday her bone in her arm and hip dislocated?,hi i can see only the hip xray. arm xray has not been uploaded i guess. there is a intracapsulr neck femur fracture at hip and this type of fracture has no other option. it has to be surgically treated by arthoplasty. she won’t be able to walk henceforth unless the surgery is performed. anesthesia risks need to be considered. thanks
my 2 year old daughter keeps coughing to the point where she vommiting but not running a fever is that normal? . her eyes also have white stuff in them like she has pink eyes but i check and her eyes are not pink.,hi there: my two year old also had that. she ended up having to have an inhaler because her airways would inflate when she was active therefore causing her to have trouble breathing. after she used the inhaler for a while it went away and now she is a healthy almost 4 year old! we only ever used it the one time. i would reccomend it. good luck.
is fibromyalgia pain similar to arthritis pain?,fibromyalgia can cause symptoms similar to arthritis bursitis and tendinitis. consequently some experts group fibromyalgia with arthritis and related disorders. the pain associated with these other conditions is typically localized to a single area while the pain and stiffness of fibromyalgia are very widespread and consists of deep muscle pain morning stiffness and painful tender points making it difficult to exercise or be physically active.
i am unemployed and can’t get insurance. i have social anxiety gad and depression. how can i get help i can't afford?,hello -- in the depression community <link> (first and tenth posts) we have a list of resources for finding free/low-cost medical care including counseling. take a look there for some other ideas. i'm so sorry you are suffering such heartache. -- susie margaret
how can i protect myself against sexually transmitted diseases (stds) during pregnancy?,here are some basic steps that you can take to protect yourself from contracting stds: consider that not having sex is the only sure way to prevent stds. use a latex condom every time you have sex particularly if you have more than one sex partner. (if you use a lubricant make sure it is water-based. ) limit your number of sexual partners. the more partners you have the more likely you are to catch a std. practice monogamy. this means having sex with only one person. that person must also have sex with only you to reduce your risk. choose your sex partners with care. don't have sex with someone whom you suspect may have a std or who has many sexual partners. get checked for stds. don't risk giving the infection to someone else or your baby. just because you've been screened for stds early on in your pregnancy does not mean that you can't contract one later during your pregnancy. if you engage in unprotected sex with more than one partner since your last std screen you need another set of screening tests. also you should be concerned if your partner may be having unprotected sex with other people. don't use alcohol or drugs before you have sex. you may be less likely to practice safe sex if you are drunk or high. plus alcohol and drugs can harm your developing baby. know the signs and symptoms of stds. look for them in yourself and your sex partners. learn about stds. the more you know about stds the better you can protect yourself.
can cold sores come back in only 1 spot all the time. i get a sore on my bottom lip about twice a year its always in the exact same spot. right in the center of my bottom lip. it starts as a lump inside the lip and the next day it works its way from the inside of my lip to the center on the outside. it takes a few weeks to get rid of it. i find that if i keep it dry and do not use lip balm then it goes away faster.,that is the nature of this herpetic beast. it does come back often in the exact same spot or in close proximity. this characteristic often helps clinicians make the diagnosis.
is it ok to let my boyfriend ejaculate inside me if i am on the birth control pill and have been for a year? . i am allergic to condoms but i have been on the pill for a year now,"there are many different types of condoms including non-latex ones. i think your boyfriend should use them so find a brand that is compatible. why? condoms prevent stds not just pregnancy. if your boyfriend strays just one time you will be at risk and the same goes for you. you have a fight and break up; both of you may be vulnerable to a one-night stand. if or when you get back to together either one of you could bring back an ""unwanted gift"" of an std. yes you are probably well-covered for pregnancy assuming you take your pills correctly but having that extra margin of safety would seem to be worth it."
i had accident whiplash pain in shoulder and collar bone?,hi its rather surprising that you havent been advised an xray after the accident. any trauma should be followed by xray/mri. at present it feels that you may have some sort of ligament injury around shoulder and collar bone. just taking pain killers wont help. get mri / xray done. hot fomentation physiotherapy will help. thanks
how do i use the foradil certihaler inhaler?,do not use foradil unless your healthcare provider has taught you and you understand everything. ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have any questions. children should use foradil certihaler with an adult's help as instructed by the child's healthcare provider. use foradil certihaler exactly as prescribed. do not use foradil certihaler more often than prescribed. the usual dose is one inhalation through the certihaler inhaler twice a day (morning and evening). the two doses should be about 12 hours apart. if you miss a dose of foradil certihaler just skip that dose. take your next dose at your usual time. never take two doses at one time. do not use a spacer device with foradil certihaler. do not breathe into foradil certihaler. while you are using foradil certihaler twice a day do not use other medicines that contain a long-acting beta 2 -agonist (laba) for any reason. other laba medicines include foradil aerolizer (formoterol fumarate inhalation powder) serevent diskus (salmeterol xinofoate inhalation powder) or advair diskus (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol inhalation powder) brovana (arformoterol tartrate inhalation solution) or symbicort (budesonide and formoterol fumarate dehyrdate solution aerosol). do not change or stop any of your medicines to control or treat your breathing problems. your healthcare provider will adjust your medicines as needed. make sure you always have a short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine with you. use your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine if you have breathing problems between doses of foradil certihaler. call your healthcare provider or get medical care right away if: your breathing problems worsen with foradil certihaler. you need to use your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine more often than usual. your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine does not work as well for you at relieving symptoms. you need to use four or more inhalations of your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine for two or more days in a row. you use one whole canister of your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine in eight weeks. your peak flow meter results decrease. your healthcare provider will tell you the numbers that are right for you. you have asthma and your symptoms do not improve after using foradil certihaler regularly for one week.
i was told i was born with a small hole above my rectum and that it grew up by itself. what is it called?,it may be a pilonidal sinus tract but this is just a guess since i do not know anything about you your medical history etc.
i have small red bumps on my inner thigh and butt. i tried cortisone cream and benzoyl peroxide. what else can i try?,this might be a form of a genetic condition called keratosis pilaris. it can also occur on the upper outer arms. some people grow into it over time; others are lucky and grow out of it over time. you can control it but not cure it. products containing lactic acid salicylic acid and glycolic acid alone or in combination can be very helpful.
will second opinions be covered under new health care plans?,whether or not health plans available under the affordable care act will cover second opinions will vary according to the individual insurance plan. there is no mandate under the law requiring insurers to cover second opinions. so if that is important to you be sure to check with the individual carrier before you sign up for a plan. and because insurers may distinguish between the kinds of second opinions they cover (e. g. may cover a consultation with another doctor but not necessarily a round of new expensive diagnostic tests) be sure to be specific.
could vericose veins cause me to wake with an intense burning sensation in that area. it seems every night i am awakened by a burning sensation in my leg. i have what appear to be vericose veins in the same location.,they usually prescribe compression stockings for such a condition.
my 11 yr old son has constent stomach aches what could be causing this. everytime my son eats something with in a few minutes his stomach starts hurting. i asked him what it feels like and he sayes he feels nauseated like he is going to throw up. i took him to the doctor and she said it was his cholesterol so i changed his diet but the pains still continuing. i'm worried it might be his gallbladder or his appendix he is going through pepto bismol like crazy and i am very worried that something is more seriously wrong with him,most helpful answer i have never heard that cholesterol causes stomach pains. just because a cause was not readily apparent does not mean one should blame this type of pain on cholesterol. the fact that he is still in pain (after eating) and going through pepto bismol is proof that he needs to have a higher level evaluation. seeing a pediatric gastroenterologist would be the way to go if his pediatrician or primary care provider is not willing to order further diagnostic tests. there are so many things that could be causing this discomfort for gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) reflux gallbladder disease (especially if your son is overweight) hiatal hernia etc. appendicitis would likely cause pain in his right lower quadrant (down near the right iliac/hip area) and would not really present symptoms like you are describing. if he is under stress at home or school this could be making things worse. get a referral to a gastroenterologist so that he can be properly diagnosed and treated. stomach pains in an 8 year old could be many things- gastritis (when the stomach lining is irritated) reflux (like heartburn in adults) constipation or something more serious. sometimes anxiety or stress can make kids have abdominal pain. in any case you should be seen by your doctor or a specialist. if its been going on for a while your son needs to be evaluated. i have not heard of cholesterol issues causing stomach pains. talk to your doctor or subspecialist as soon as you can.
a friend contracted ringworm and i touched his skin but not the infected area. what are the chances of contracting it? . a friend of mine from a youth group i go to recently contracted ringworm on his arm. he was with the group tonight and had the area covered with a huge bandage yet he would peel the bandage off just enough for people to see the ring and then immediately put it back on. i never touched the infected area but i did come into skin-to-skin contact with him during a couple games and activities. i washed my hands face and other possible areas of contact with soap but will i get ringworm?,in case you didn't know it ringworm isn't caused by a worm at all. ringworm is actually a skin fungus just like athlete's foot or jock itch. you can get ringworm in a variety of ways from sharing a towel with someone who's infected to touching damp surfaces that carry the fungus. the fungus that causes ringworm thrives in warm damp environments which is why it's frequently acquired in places like public pool common areas. to your question: you could catch ringworm from your friend even if you didn't touch the lesion. the reason is because the fungus could be infecting other areas of your friend's skin but not showing the characteristic ring mark yet. if you have thoroughly washed and dried the skin areas that came in contact with your friend you're probably not going to get ringworm. however be careful not to share any sports gear or towels with your friend and be sure to wear flip-flops or other foot protection if you all are bathing in a common shower area or something like that. by the way ringworm will not clear up on its own. it needs to be treated with an anti-fungal preparation. your friend can try using an over-the-counter cream for athlete's foot (the generic name is miconazole) but if that doesn't help or if the ringworm starts spreading your friend should seek medical attention. in rare instances ringworm is best treated with a prescription medication. hope this helps! my daughter caught it from her friend 5 yrs ago and it was from putting her slippers on. i never caught it tho when i rubbed the ointment on her back where it was. i immediately washed my hands tho too. i guess different people affected differently by things.
i quit months ago had a few puffs today and may have a test for a new job in 36 hrs can i pass it?,a fe puffs of what? i have no idea what your drug test will be checking or the sensitivity of the test but if you had a few puffs of marijuana it may definitely show up. not a wise decision to do before a drug test.
is coughing a side effect from celocin pediatric? . my 2 year old was given cleocin pediatric 75mg form her dentist and after taken it she now has a bad cough and i was wanting to know if this could be a side effect form it. i don't know if i should keep giving it to her or stop till after the weekend when they can change it.,coughing is not a side-effect of this antibiotic so it is more likely the cough is being caused by something else. cleocin doesn't taste very good so gagging may be a problem in a two-year old but not coughing. i don't advise you to stop the antibiotic unless specifically advised to do so by the dentist (you can always call them) or his pediatrician -- professionals that know his case.
when is the flu no longer contagious?,"the rule of thumb is that [you are no longer contagious] when you do not have a fever for more than 24 hours and did not take any medications to help reduce the fever. when you don't have a fever your not contagious according to the u. s. cdc: ""most healthy adults may be able to infect others beginning 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5 to 7 days after becoming sick. children may pass the virus for longer than 7 days. symptoms start 1 to 4 days after the virus enters the body. that means that you may be able to pass on the flu to someone else before you know you are sick as well as while you are sick. some persons can be infected with the flu virus but have no symptoms. during this time those persons may still spread the virus to others. "" according to the center for disease control you are contagious for 1-4 days before you ever become sick with the flu so if you are not running fever but are still contagious before the fever comes then how can you still not be contagious for at least 5 days after you stop having fever? evidently the flu doesnt need fever to be contagious in the beginning. after fever subsides"
can a little bit of sperm get you pregnant? . i am on the pill and we do use condoms before he ejaculates into me. we are both wondering if i can get pregnant this way. and yes i take the pill every day.,only one sperm is needed to get you pregnant but if you are on the pill and consistently take it. and use condoms every time you are about as safe as you can be without being completely abstinent. if you are engaging in sexual play where your vagina is being exposed to any semen (even before ejaculation) you have a very small risk of pregnancy but remember that your birth control pills are very protective. not 100% but close.
is iced tea with splenda and lemon bad for cholesterol? . instead of pop and coffee i drink iced tea with splenda and lemon. i do drink a lot of water as well but just wondered if the large iced tea i drink helps or hurts my cholesterol levels?,this drink will not have any effect on your cholesterol. enjoy.
my legs and feet have been swollen for a week or so and i am very fatigued. can you tell me why. i recently had blood work done and brought up this problem to my dr. but it seems to be getting worse as the days go on. especially the swelling of my lower legs ankles and feet,"i'm sorry you're going through this. it sounds uncomfortable and unsettling. keep pursuing this situation with your physician. sometimes swelling of the lower limbs is caused by simple things like too much salt consumption or having a job that requires you to be on your feet all day (like a nurse for example. ) but other times swollen legs and feet can be a symptom of something more serious like congestive heart failure. because you state you feel fatigued you are considered ""symptomatic. "" in other words you're not just experiencing swollen feet with no other complaints (""asymptomatic""). and any time a patient has at least one sign (swelling) plus symptoms fatigue) it deserves to be investigated. if possible go back to your doctor as soon as you can. if nothing else call your doctor's nurse and explain how you're feeling. they will give you guidance on what to do. wishing you well!"
will multi vitamin help with celiac disease? . my husband has been on a gluten free diet for celiac disease less than a week. i want to start him on a multivitamin but it will not work until the small intestine is healed enough to absorb the vitamins. question: how long after starting gluten free diet will the small intestine start to absorb nutrients?,there is no reason to wait to introduce a multivitamin as symptoms of celiac disease usually improve in a few days to weeks and this means absorption of nutrients increases as well. it will take longer for the intestines to completely heal and studies shows this varies from individual to individual (can take 2-5 years in adults and some may not experience full regeneration of the intestinal villi). it's also beneficial to get lab work done to see if there any specific nutrient deficiencies such as iron folic acid and vitamin d. in some cases additional supplementation will be needed. always consult your doctor. for more on diet and supplements for celiac disease see this webmd article.
is the h1n1 vaccine shot safe for nursing women?,yes and what a great question. both seasonal and 2009 h1n1 flu shots or nasal spray should be given to breastfeeding mothers. breastfeeding is fully compatible with flu vaccination and preventing the flu in mothers can reduce the chance that the infant will get the flu. also by breastfeeding mothers can pass on to the infant the antibodies that their bodies make in response to the flu shots which can reduce the infant’s chances of getting sick with the flu. this is especially important for infants less than 6 months old who have no other way of receiving vaccine antibodies since they are too young to be vaccinated.
i'm a teen i may have social anxiety i've talked with my parents but they think i'm beng dramatic. what should i do? . i've done a lot of research and every single source says i probably have a social anxiety disorder. my parents think i'm ether lieing or exaggerating and won't take me to a psychologist.,"keep talking with your parents. they are the key to you being properly evaluated either by taking you to a counselor or to your regular medical provider. i don't know your age but many schools have ""school psychologists"" that can help you. if you feel that you have a problem that needs to be addressed then it should be addressed. simple as that. show your parents this posting."
my wife has been suffering from migraine and gastric irritation. what to do?,we are here to help you. her stomach irritation seems to be because of the migraine only. let me brief you about the migraine and its treatment. if you are suffering from migraine headaches then you should be started on medicines for the prophylaxis of the migraine. you have not mentioned the pattern of your wife's headache as you have to be sure that a headache is due to migraine. so i will brief you about the pattern of migraine headaches. migraine headaches are usually unilateral associated with throbbing vomiting sensations irritability and intolerance to lights and sounds. a person who has a migraine wants to sit in the dark and does not like anyone to speak. treatment given to her is fine but my experience and recommendations say that either sibelium (flunarizine) or topirol (topiramate) should be given along with amitriptyline (tryptomer) and see the effects. for further information consult a neurologist online --> <link>
can herpes cause hpv in others? . my girlfriend at the time tested positive for hpv and when i got tested it said i was positive for herpes. any light?,different viruses. herpes simplex virus is called hsv; human papilloma virus is called hpv. i guess a person who has not practiced safe-sex throughout their lives can have both. or more stds.
what are the symptoms of travelers' diarrhea?,the symptoms of travelers' diarrhea vary. generally diarrhea occurs within the first week of travel and lasts up to three to four days. affected individuals on average pass up to five loose or watery bowel movements per day which may be associated with cramps. on occasion individuals may experience fever or bloody stools.
i have full body burning vibrating tingling numbness all over?,i would suggest you to consult a neurophysician and get evaluated and investigation like blood tests to check for sugar levels vitamin b 12 thyroid etc has to be done. mri and ct scan can be done to check for nerve compression and other causes. electromyography should also be done. hope this helps. regards.
my sister snorted meth voice now hoarse mucus in throat is it tonsils?,hi this is probably a side effect of snorting meth she may have throat inflamed and it would be tonsillitis also… this can be detected also by palpating the neck as the lymph nodes gets enlarged in response to inflammation of tonsils… ask her to garglewith salt and water tea with lemon and if there is inflammation of tonsils which you can also see from the mouth by openeing the mouth and pressing the tongue by a tongue depressor using a light source see if it is inflamed … in this case give an antibiotic like augmentin once every 12 hours.
my mom is suffering a head pain in the back of her head?,com this could be a chronic daily headache that is mostly caused by neck muscles injury or tiredness…or a cervical vertebrae problem. this may be accompanied with dizziness. blurring vision. i recommend doing hot packs on neck muscles for some days and getting some rest… if it does not go away then we can start doing mri or ct brain…
i suffer with headaches/migraines frequently,hi lipomas are subcutaneous swellings containing fat tissue and are not connected to any cranial nerves. so it is very less likely that lipoma may be the cause of migraine. cluster headaches and chronic sinusitis need consideration. get eeg and mri brain done. consult a neurologist. thanks
what can cause prolonged male discharge? . my husband for the past 3-4 months as had a white discharge. in the beginning there was red bumps that cleared in a day or 2. there was also blood in his semen and some pain in the area. after about 2 weeks everything seemed to clear up except for the discharge. i have been std tested and i am fine. if this is not an std what can this possibly be?,it could be prostatitis or something more serious. your husband needs to see a urologist for a proper and thorough examination. don't let me talk you out of it. this is important. oops. i mean don't let him talk you out of going to the urologist. men can be stubborn about medical care sometimes.
why does your heart rate go up when your sick. iv had low grade fever and sinus pain for over a week. im 36 f. iv had low grade fever and sinus pain for over a week. i'm 36 yrs old female.,any kind of stress to the body pain fever sickness can elevate the heart rate
what happens to someone when they get athletes foot?,how athlete's foot (tinea pedis) develops and how well it responds to treatment depends on the type of athlete's foot you have. toe web infection (interdigital) toe web infections (interdigital) often begin with skin that seems moist and pale white. you may notice itching burning and a slight odor. as the infection gets worse the skin between the toes becomes scaly peels and cracks. if the fungal infection becomes severe a bacterial infection also may develop. this can cause further skin breakdown. the bacterial infection may also infect the lower leg ( cellulitis of the lower leg). toe web infections often result in a sudden vesicular (blister) infection. toe web infections respond well to treatment. moccasin-type infection moccasin-type infections may begin with minor irritation dryness itching burning or scaly skin and progress to thickened cracked skin on the sole or heel. in severe cases the toenails become infected and can thicken crumble and even fall out. if you do not take preventive measures this infection often returns. you may also develop an infection on the palm of the hand (symptoms commonly affect one hand and both feet). moccasin-type infections may be long-lasting (chronic) and are very difficult to treat. vesicular infection vesicular infections ( blisters ) usually begin with a sudden outbreak of blisters that become red and inflamed. blisters occasionally erupt again after the initial infection. a bacterial infection may also be present. a vesicular infection often develops from a long-lasting toe web infection. blisters may also appear on palms the side of the fingers and other areas (dermatophytid or id reaction). vesicular infections usually respond well to treatment. complications if untreated skin blisters and cracks caused by athlete's foot can lead to severe bacterial infections. in some types of athlete's foot the toenails may be infected. for more information see the topic fungal nail infections. all types of athlete's foot can be treated but symptoms often return after treatment. athlete's foot is most likely to return if: you don't take preventive measures and are again exposed to fungi that cause athlete's foot. you don't use antifungal medicine for the prescribed length of time and the fungi are not completely killed. the fungi are not completely killed even after the full course of medicine. severe infections that appear suddenly and keep returning can lead to long-lasting infection. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what vitamins help migraines?,webmd has a list of vitamins and other supplements that might help with headaches. the page lists the supplements weight of the evidence and reviews. the link is below. vitamins and supplements for migraines. vitamin supplements are advised in migraines for its prevention. vitamins like vitamin b6 b12 vitamin c folic acid are proven useful to reduce the severity and frequency of migraine attacks. these supplements also prevent the migraine attacks and improves overall the quality of life.
i am 18 and my height is just 164 cm. help! . when i visited my the doc when i was 16 after getting all the hormones checked she suggested that i could go for hgh injections but i didn't go with that because it was costly an i believed that i still had time to grow. now i'm 18 and my height is 164 cm. do you think i could still go for that treatment since it was more than 2 years ago? will it be effective now?,that would be up to the endocrinologist but most people by the age of 18 have reached their adult height. hgh will not help if your growth plates have closed (you need an x-ray to make that determination). this issue is best handled by a specialist -- an endocrinologist.
what’s the best snack to eat before exercise and how long before my workout should i eat it?,in general you don’t need to eat before exercise unless you tend to run low on energy during your workouts or it’s been more than a couple hours since your last full meal. the best time to eat is about 30 minutes before you begin to exercise and the best snack is one that combines carbohydrates and protein (with an emphasis on the carbs). and you don’t need a lot of food. protein isn’t a fuel for exercise so you don’t want to overdo it. for carbs aim for the equivalent of a half bagel or a large banana; for protein consider a couple tablespoons of peanut butter or a small cup of yogurt. to get both if fresh food isn’t an option look for energy bars with 25 to 40 grams of carbohydrates and about 10 grams of protein. steer clear of caffeine and warm fluids which tend to speed food through your intestine as well as dairy and high-fat or high-fiber foods all of which can upset your stomach slow down the absorption of carbs and leave you feeling sluggish. you should also stay well hydrated and avoid super high-calorie snacks because you might end up consuming more calories than you burn off.
what causes depression in women specifically related to pregnancy and childbirth?,"there may be a number of reasons why a woman gets depressed. hormone changes or a stressful life event such as a death in the family can cause chemical changes in the brain that lead to depression. depression is also an illness that runs in some families. other times it's not clear what causes depression. during pregnancy during pregnancy these factors may increase a woman's chance of depression: history of depression or substance abuse family history of mental illness little support from family and friends anxiety about the fetus problems with previous pregnancy or birth marital or financial problems young age (of mother) after pregnancy depression after pregnancy is called postpartum depression or peripartum depression. after pregnancy hormonal changes in a woman's body may trigger symptoms of depression. during pregnancy the amount of two female hormones estrogen and progesterone in a woman's body increases greatly. in the first 24 hours after childbirth the amount of these hormones rapidly drops back down to their normal non-pregnant levels. researchers think the fast change in hormone levels may lead to depression just as smaller changes in hormones can affect a woman's moods before she gets her menstrual period. occasionally levels of thyroid hormones may also drop after giving birth. the thyroid is a small gland in the neck that helps to regulate your metabolism (how your body uses and stores energy from food). low thyroid levels can cause symptoms of depression including depressed mood decreased interest in things irritability fatigue difficulty concentrating sleep problems and weight gain. a simple blood test can tell if this condition is causing a woman's depression. if so thyroid medicine can be prescribed by a doctor. other factors that may contribute to postpartum depression include: feeling tired after delivery broken sleep patterns and not enough rest often keeps a new mother from regaining her full strength for weeks. feeling overwhelmed with a new or another baby to take care of and doubting your ability to be a good mother. feeling stress from changes in work and home routines. sometimes women think they have to be ""super mom"" or perfect which is not realistic and can add stress. having feelings of loss -- loss of identity of who you are or were before having the baby loss of control loss of your pre-pregnancy figure and feeling less attractive. having less free time and less control over time. having to stay home indoors for longer periods of time and having less time to spend with your partner and loved ones."
right testicle is a lot bigger than my left for about 2 years. my right testicle is over double the size of my left and it has been for about 2 years maybe more. . i also had a hernia above my belly button when i was born. i have had anxiety over this for a while then i got over it and then suddenly it came back around a month ago. . could it be cancer?,hi i don't think its cancer not lasting that long but your should either go see your doctor or uro asap over your problem. good luck
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of ctm?,if overdose is suspected contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents should call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents should call a provincial poison control center. symptoms of overdose may include: stomach pain nausea vomiting diarrhea.
i can ejaculate multiple times but my first ejaculation is within 2-3 minutes how do i delay this? . my first question is would you consider my first ejaculation pe? i still have an erection and can still continue with sexual activity i use a fleshlight. how can i delay my first ejaculation? i dont want to have sex and keep changing condoms because my chances of getting a girl pregnant increases and also would eating something an hour or two before sexual activity help my stamina?,hi there is a little exercise called edging very good for you problem. for info on this just google prgym look under exercises this is not a quick fix once you get this working you may just need to do it a couple of times a week to keep it working. good luck
my grandma slipped on the floor yesterday her bone in her arm and hip dislocated?,yes is it is very risky complications can be arrhythmia and embolism formations but only other option if you decide not to do the surgery is staying in bed for ever if you decide to do the surgery i recomment total hip replacement not just nail to fix the head of femur because she have sever hip arthritis chances. of walking and pain free join after simply fixing the fracture are slimyou need to consult her cardiologist before you do any surgurysorry and good luck
a new mole appeared on my back. it itches and burns is grayish and the size of a pencil eraser. is this skin cancer?,what you are describing sounds like a seborrheic keratosis which is a benign condition; however this needs to be evaluated by your dermatologist who will be able to either treat the symptoms and reassure you or do a biopsy to send the lesion to the lab for further evaluation and treat it as needed.
my son has dry skin really bad all over his body. i had alligator skin as a child. does he have it too?,this can be a form of ichthyosis which is genetic. your dermatologist can prescribe topical prescription-strength moisturizers to help control the condition and make his skin smoother less dry and more comfortable.
can eating too many cucumbers cause seizures?,no.
can symptoms continue after gallstones are removed?,removal of the gallbladder (cholecystectomy) should eliminate all gallstone-related symptoms except in three situations: gallstones were left in the ducts there were problems with the bile ducts in addition to gallstones and the gallstones were and are not the cause of the symptoms. the possibility of gallstones in the ducts can be pursued with mrcp endoscopic ultrasound and ercp. there is only one problem with the ducts that can cause gallstone-like symptoms and that is a rare condition called sphincter of oddi dysfunction discussed below. the common bile duct has a muscular wall. the last several centimeters of the common bile duct's muscle immediately before the duct joins the duodenum comprise the sphincter of oddi. the sphincter of oddi controls the flow of bile. since the pancreatic duct usually joins the common bile duct shortly before it enters the duodenum the sphincter also controls the flow of fluid from the pancreatic duct. when the muscle of the sphincter tightens it shuts off the flow of bile and pancreatic fluid. when it relaxes bile and pancreatic fluid flow into the duodenum for example after a meal. the sphincter may become scarred and the duct is narrowed by the scarring. (the cause of the scarring is unknown). the sphincter also may go into spasm intermittently. in either case the flow of bile and pancreatic fluid may intermittently stop abruptly mimicking the effects of a gallstone particularly causing biliary colic and pancreatitis. the diagnosis of sphincter of oddi dysfunction can be difficult to make. the best diagnostic test requires an endoscopic procedure with the same type of endoscope as ercp. instead of filling the ducts with dye however the pressure within the sphincter is measured. if the pressure is abnormally high scarring or spasm of the sphincter are likely. the treatment for sphincter of oddi dysfunction is sphincterotomy. measurement of liver and pancreatic enzymes in the blood also may be useful for diagnosing sphincter dysfunction.
can i heal myself of vertigo or do i need an rx?,that would depend on the cause of the vertigo. i have to tell you that there are hundreds of different causes. some will self-resolve over time and some will require medications to control the symptoms. if your vertigo has been persistent you will need to see your primary care medical provider or an ent for a thorough examination to look for a possible cause.
i have the worst motion and travel sickness?,hi you need to do a brain angiography to check your middle and posterior cerebral artery also a neck mri to check vertebra basilar artery from there i can guide you to the next step good luck
whenever i eat i get nauseas and heartburn even the littlest amounts make me sick what can it be from? . whenever i eat anything i get sick. ive had the lical er give me 8mg of zofran and it doesnt help. i go days without eating because i cant stand being sick all the time. i had my gallbladder out in november of 2012 and i found what foods bothered me and stopped eating them but now everything is making me sick i cant even eat saltines or toast without vomiting what should i do?,it could be your gallbladder. if you still have your gallbladder speak to your physician about your symptoms. he should be able set you up with a hida scan to see if that is what is causing your discomfort.
diagnosed with a benign ovarian cyst around 10cm clinic wants to do full hysterectomy need second opinion?,hi if the cyst is purely ovarian with a normal uterus then no need of surgery. laparoscopic cyst removal with / without ovary excision is recommended. thanks
is it normal for the side of your face to go numb after having the 2012-2013 flu vaccine? what can be done about it? . i received the flu vaccine on saturday and woke up sunday morning with the right side of my face numb. it feels like you do after getting an injection to have teeth pulled. i have been told that i also have aquired a twitch on that side of my face.,well no that's certainly not a normal reaction to receiving a flu shot. however it's possible the two events are unrelated. regardless if the numbness and twitching don't clear up on their own after a few days this is worth getting checked out by a medical professional. a number of conditions can cause the symptoms you describe. a health care provider can diagnose the problem and get you appropriate treatment. you might consider putting in a call to your primary health care provider for an appointment now because you can always cancel it later if the symptoms go away. unless you're exhibiting signs of a stroke (which would not include muscle twitches) this probably isn't an emergency situation. hope this helps! i had this as well. i had the shot in my left shoulder yesterday and then the left side of my face went numb 5 hours later. 24 hours later it still doesn't feel quite right. doc's are stumped and want me to watch it. think it may be a sensation reaction. i get tingly on the left side of my tongue and random parts of my body occasionally. no twitching or drooping of face muscles. no more flu shots for this girl!
i am 50 year old male bald patch has 3 persistant sores which crust flake off & reappear sometimes bleeding. . size 1-2mm. about 12 months duration. bactroban topical not help at all. gp at local medicross wanted to freeze off with liquid nitrogen but i am not convinced that this right.,i'm sorry you're going through this. many conditions can cause skin lesions like the ones you describe and most of them are benign (non-cancerous). presumably that's what your gp thought or he probably wouldn't have suggested freezing them. since you're concerned i suggest you consult a dermatologist who has more training in skin lesions. he or she can tell you exactly what these lesions are and what treatment (if any) is appropriate. take care and good luck!
my knees keep swelling how can i get rid of it?,there are a number of medical causes you’ll need to determine which one it is. but it can also be a result of bad lifestyle choices bad diet lack of exercise lack of sleep. the longer you wait the worse this problem becomes.
can supplements help lower cholesterol like red yeast rice? or niacin? . i don't want to take any more drugs if i don't have. i take meds for high blood pressure and diabetes.,hi sorry forgot to say have a read of a site called www. spacedoc. com your find very interesting its all about statins there is reference to red yeast rice and niacin. good luck
"he did not wear protection he also did not penetrate nor did he ejaculate. igot my period the next day 2 since then. 2 1/2 months ago i was with a male he did not wear protection and he also did not penetrate nor did he ejaculate. i got my period the next day and that was fine. i have had it 2 times since then (both normal) but i have started feeling ""wind"" filling in my tummy. i have taken 6 tests all say i'm not pregnant. i have started taking the pill (yaz) a week ago now if that adds to anything","with what you have shared it is not likely that you are pregnant if that is your underlying concern. since you did not articulate a specific question i am assuming you are concerned about that ""wind"" feeling in your tummy. unfortunantely i do not have enough medical historical information or the ability to examine you in order to specifically address this issue but it may be unrelated to your pregnancy worries. i would suggest that you see a medical provider so that you can be properly examined and diagnosed. i was interesting that you wrote that ""he did not wear protection""? what about your protection? next time no condom; no sex play. period."
what or is the best time to take a once a day antibiotic?,unless the particular antibiotic has to be taken at time when your stomach is empty you can take it anytime that you will consistently remember it.
what can i do to find out if my fiance can produce children? . he doesn't want to be disappointed by finding out he can't produce when he wants a baby,he has to have a semen analysis. ordered by his medical provider.
i have seizure like events?,in my opinion it could be a psychogenic seizure which can go away in its own by trying to relief anxiety and practicing yoga and meditation and relaxation training. thanks.
how is prostate cancer diagnosed and graded?,prostate cancer is diagnosed from the results of a biopsy of the prostate gland. if the digital rectal exam of the prostate or the psa blood test is abnormal a prostate cancer is suspected. a biopsy of the prostate is usually then recommended. the biopsy is done from the rectum (trans-rectally) and is guided by ultrasound images of the area. a small piece of prostate tissue is withdrawn through a cutting needle. the trus-guided tru-cut biopsy is currently the standard method to diagnose prostate cancer. although initially a 6-core set was the standard currently most experts advocate sampling a minimum of 10 to 12 pieces of the prostate to improve the chances of detection of the cancer and also to provide a better idea regarding the extent and areas of involvement within the prostate. multiple pieces are taken by sampling the base apex and mid gland on each side of the gland. more cores may be sampled to increase the yield especially in larger glands. a pathologist a specialist physician who analyzes tissue samples under a microscope then examines the pieces under the microscope to assess the type of cancer present in the prostate and the extent of involvement of the prostate with the tumor. one also can get an idea about the areas of the prostate that are involved by the tumor by assessing which of the pieces contain the cancer and which of them do not. another very important assessment that the pathologist makes form the specimen is the grade (gleason's score) of the tumor. this indicates how different the cancer cells are from normal prostate tissue. grade gives an indication of how fast a cancer is likely to grow and has very important implications on the treatment plan and the chances of cure after treatment. a gleason score of six is supposed to indicate low-grade (less aggressive) disease while that of eight to 10 demonstrates high grade (more aggressive) cancer; seven is regarded as somewhere in between these two.
i have a re-occuring scab like crust form on my scalp. olive oil softens it to be removed. what is it exactly? . my mum says its a bit like cradle cap (she suggested olive oil thats how i know that stuff softens it). it could just be a severe case of dandruff and its just clumping on my scalp and mixing with the natural skin oils to become scab like. however could it be more serious than im thinking? . just after some reassurance really now my hair is thinning and receding at 22 years old trying to prolong its life on my head before i have to go bald or risk a horseshoe! . thanks,sorry you're experiencing this. unfortunately it's impossible to diagnose your condition without a physical exam. i suggest you consult a dermatologist. it's true this could be something simple along the lines of cradle cap which is a buildup of skin oils and cells. it also could be dandruff or scalp psoriasis. neither of those is life-threatening but it would be useful to get a true diagnosis because these conditions require different treatment. skin cancers are uncommon in your age group but it still wouldn't hurt to have a dermatologist take a look at your scalp just to be safe. hope this helps!
are there safe ways to help the body miscarriage a fetus that has been dead from week 6 to 10 of pregnancy? . sad day today. my wife had her 1st sonogram she is in her 10th week of pregnancy. unfortunately they detected that the fetus had stopped growing after the first 6 weeks and had no heart beat. . this is apparently not uncommon. our doctors offered us two choices wait until her body miscarries naturally or have her cervix scrapped. my question is is there a safe way to help her body expel the fetus? it doesn't have to be 100% sure as her body will do it sooner or later. thank you in advance.,hi go with the scrape this would give a spring clean to her womb a nice way to make sure she's ok my wife had this says its really good for her. good luck
can having herpes cause reucrring bv? . does smelly odor from bv connect with genital herpes. i all of a sudden have been getting recurring bv. since i have been diagnosed i have never smelled my vagina so foul. im dying to know why its happening. i have not broken out since the first time i broke out my doctors are not help and i still have not found something to cure the bv.,herpes does not cause or contribute to bacterial vaginosis. vaginal odor could be bv. or trichomonas. or even an impacted tampon so it would be best to see your medical provider so you can be properly examined and diagnosed. bv can be cured with the right medical regime. i am not sure what your doctors are using but this is not a difficult problem to treat. you can keep getting it back however if it is coming from the same (sexual) source.
can a urinary tract infection show an elevated white blood cell count on a blood test,yes it can especially if the urinary tract infection results in systemic symptoms (like fever) or involves the kidneys.
can too much buttermilk cause thrush?,no thrush is caused by a yeast. buttermilk will not contribute to thrush at all.
how soon after open surgery for a inguinal hernia can i have sex again?,"as soon as your surgeon give you the ""okay"". open surgeries require longer healing times than a laparoscopic procedure so your surgeon has the final say-so. i suspect it will not be more than a few weeks."
is stammering a genetic problem?,stammering has got a multiple etiology and pathogenesis. a hereditary component in this has been extensively studied. a recent study was done including 12 children and 5 generations of the family were investigated. the hereditary component is not the only thing that is important. there are other factors related to environmental like the way children are brought up the circumstances the child faces etc. which will decide this. chances of the heriditary component are variable accordingly to different studies. it differs with the genetic component of mother and father if both are having this chances of around 25% according to some studies. if only one parent is having then chances are still less. also the mode of inheritance is also not clearly identified. there is a significant limitation in the available literature on these studies. my final opinion is the chances are less if the child is brought up in a healthy environment and family with a proper speech there from childhood. it should never be a cause to stop marrying i suppose. for further information consult an family physician online --> <link>
is plaque related to erectile dysfunction. am having hard time getting a keeping an erection and am not really on any testosterone therapy because i don't have the money for the injections every week. so am also wondering if plaque build up can cause this problem as well.,hi yes plaque can be a problem to clear it you need some cayenne pepper i take this each day i do it this way. but for you do this you mix cayenne with tomato paste and add olive oil to thin you mix this to a heat that suits you take 3 small spoonful's each morning and wash each one down with cold water with you can add very fine chopped garlic (do a whole head) mixed with dry parsley in olive oil all very good for your blood. you can also have green tea with honey lemon and ginger all very good for your blood and will add erections. if you can afford one try a cock ring i have a hardwear ice from myhardwear com should give you some great boners. but please remember ed jokes us just as things are getting good back it comes. do hope this helps you. good luck
i suffer with asthma the last few hours i have a been getting a shooting pain in my left side?,inflammation in the ribs is most probably or ms sprain just take analgesics and observe your self
can e-coli be spread from one person to another an if so how?,many ways. e. coli is a bacteria that lives in the colon so it can be transmitted to another person by contaminated hands toilet seats objects that are contaminated with poorly-washed or unwashed hands or foods that are not washed carefully (like vegetables) or meats that are not cooked thoroughly. it can also come from contaminated water such as streams lakes or wells.
can exercise prevent a heart attack?,studies of the effects of exercise in preventing heart attacks have yielded conflicting results. this is likely because of the fact that people who exercise regularly generally have healthier lifestyles. many risk factors for heart disease -- weight blood pressure diabetes blood cholesterol and smoking -- can be influenced by exercise. therefore the specific role of exercise itself in heart attack prevention is difficult to isolate.
i have had true test done and i am allergic to the ppd's in dark hair color. is it safe to get tattoo? . i also take hormones and concerta. the true hair test measure the allergy to certain hair dyes. i am extremely allergic to the dark ppd dyes in hair color. but i can bleach my hair with no reaction. is it safe to get a tattoo? does the tattoo ink contain any ppd's?,last days i also have difficulty like this but i made tattoo on my body it didn't create a problem and i also buy bunch of tattoo from <link> here i got a best collection of tattoos so don't be worried try it
what can i do to stay satiated longer?,the most important thing you can do to stay fuller longer is to include a good source of protein in all your snacks and meals.
how can parkinsons disease be prevented?,there is no known way to prevent parkinson's disease. research has shown that people who eat more fruits and vegetables high-fiber foods fish and omega-3 rich oils (sometimes known as the mediterranean diet) and who eat less red meat and dairy may have some protection against parkinson's disease. but the reason for this is still being studied. 4 webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
could a diet high in acidic foods such as pickles or vinegar be harmful or helpful for gout?,gout occurs when the body has high levels of uric acid in the blood. foods that are high in purines such as meat seafood and beer will increase the uric acid in your blood and increase the risk of gout. food such as low-fat dairy products may lower your risk of gout. foods that are high in acid do not affect the amount of uric acid in the blood stream. here are some simple tips to decrease your risk of gout: avoid or limit foods high in purines such as organ meats beer and game meats. you will also want to limit the portion of meat to 2 to 3 ounces a day. eat foods such as low-fat or fat-free milk and yogurt to lower your risk of gout. choose healthy foods like a variety of fruits and vegetables egg nuts and seeds for protein. drink plenty of water and other fluids to get rid of the uric acid. for more information please go to this link.
depo stopped 5 months ago. cycle returned for 2 months. then missed 2 months. pregnancy test negative. confused. hi i am 39 years old. i was on the depo injection for 9 years after having my 2 children. . i switched to the pill 5 - 6 months ago. after a couple of months i had a small period during my 7 day break. this happened for 2 consecutive months. after that however i have had no period or even spotting during the next two months. so since the pill - 2 months nothing 2 months period 2 months nothing. pregnancy test done today is negative. . i am due to restart the pill pack today. confused.,hi confused 9 years was a long time your lucky that you have had some kind of period yet to get right after so long could take up to 2 years. just google depo shot side effects or trying to get pregnant after depo shot not saying you are trying to. but you will find lots of info by reading that one. do hope this helps you. good luck
where does shingles appear. what parts of the body i think i might have again in a different place center of back at bra line,yes that is very possible. i was told the virus lays on the tip of nerves around your spine. if you have had chicken pox you have that virus. they can be very very painful.
have lesions on my arms neck and face. the latest one is dark with a very light ring around it. know what it is? . arms look like bruises. . latest face one dark circle with a light circle around it,"it would be very very difficult to determine the nature of a skin lesion without seeing it first-hand. you may be describing a ""halo nevus"" but without examining you first-hand this is just a blind guess."
what is the treatment for moderate to severe migraine headaches?,migraine-specific medications usually are necessary for moderate-to-severe migraine headaches. the medications for moderate or severe migraine headaches are different than over-the-counter (otc) analgesics. instead of relieving pain they stop headaches by counteracting the cause of the headache dilation of the temporal arteries. in fact they cause narrowing of the arteries. examples of migraine-specific medications are the triptans and ergot preparations. triptans the triptans attach to serotonin receptors on the blood vessels and nerves thereby reducing inflammation and constricting the blood vessels. this stops the headache. the triptan with the longest history of use is sumatriptan (imitrex). sumatriptan is available in the u. s. as an injection oral tablet and nasal spray. zolmitriptan (zomig) and rizatriptan (maxalt) are newer triptans that are available as oral tablets and as tablets that melt in the mouth. naratriptan (amerge) almotriptan (axert) and frovatriptan (frovalan) are available only as oral tablets. traditionally triptans were prescribed for moderate or severe migraines after otc analgesics and other simple measures failed. newer studies suggest that triptans can be used as the first treatment for patients with migraines that are causing disability. (significant disability is defined as more than 10 days of at least 50% disability during a three-month period). triptans should be used early after the migraine begins before the onset of pain or when the pain is mild. using a triptan early in an attack increases its effectiveness reduces side effects and decreases the chance of recurrence of another headache during the following 24 hours. used early triptans can be expected to abort more than 80% of migraine headaches within two hours. ergots ergots like triptans are medications that abort migraine headaches. examples of ergots include ergotamine preparations (ergomar wigraine and cafergot) and dihydroergotamine preparations (migranal dhe-45). ergots like triptans cause constriction of blood vessels but ergots tend to cause more constriction of vessels in the heart and other parts of the body than the triptans and their effects on the heart are more prolonged than the triptans. therefore they are not as safe as the triptans. the ergots also are more prone to cause nausea and vomiting than the triptans. the ergots can cause prolonged contraction of the uterus and miscarriages in pregnant women. midrin midrin is used to abort migraine and tension headaches. it is a combination of isometheptene (a blood vessel constrictor) acetaminophen (a pain reliever) and dichloralphenazone (a mild sedative). it is most effective if used early during a headache; however because of its potent blood vessel constricting effect it should not be used in patients with high blood pressure kidney disease glaucoma atherosclerosis liver disease or who are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
i missed my birth control pill friday and had unprotected sex saturday morning what are my chances of getting pregnant?,hi missing one pill is not so bad did you double up on saturday then? some women do that so that would have helped if not you should have still been covered. perhaps this will help slow down your anxiety's. good luck
how is whooping cough treated?,it's a bacterial infection so it can be treated with antibiotics usually erythromycin or similar antibiotics. if antibiotics are recommended it’s important to take all the doses as prescribed. over-the-counter cough medicines are not recommended and don't really help. the prescription medicines that are effective for cough are strong and they're generally avoided in young children and are probably not effective for pertussis. it's commonly recommended to minimize the things that can trigger the cough. with younger kids try to keep them quiet and limit their activity. a humidifier is often used as breathing moist air can soothe the airways. infants with severe disease require hospitalization sometimes in intensive care. it can be serious enough to require intubation and ventilation -- in which a breathing tube is inserted into the throat both to protect the airways and to assist with breathing until they can recover from the infection.
if you have had a fundiplication can you have gastric bypass surgery? . i can not physically vomit could this cause a problem with gastric bypass,most experts agree it's possible to have some sort of bariatric (weight loss) surgery after having had a fundoplication. as you probably know there are many types of bariatric surgery. some of these include: gastric bypass lap band and sleeve gastrectomy among others. your best bet is to talk to a bariatric surgeon. he or she can explain all the risks involved. depending on the type of bariatric surgery you have you may be at greater risk for certain complications since you have undergone fundoplication. these complications may include injury to the stomach and leakage. again these are potential complications you should discuss with a bariatric surgeon. when thinking about bariatric surgery it's best to find a surgeon who specializes in these procedures. ask what type(s) of bariatric surgery the surgeon performs how many procedures he or she performs each year and how often his or her patients encounter serious complications after the surgery. it's also a good idea to interview several surgeons before making a choice. you can ask for referrals to speak to former patients though health care laws may make it difficult for a doctor to provide such information. but it never hurts to ask!
i was diagnosed of pcos and last 2 week went for a my doctor's visit and she said my sugar level is a bit higher than normal but i forgot asking how many it was. then she asked me to follow diet and also placed me on metformin 500mg. i am so worried considering the fact that i am polycistic. please can some one advise me on what find of food is best for me now and what to avoid? does this means that i will end up in diabetes? pls help! thansk,in polycystic ovaries the hormone dis-balance is such that there are long intervals in between two periods. relax deranged sugar levels are common in pcod but that does not mean that you would have diabetes in future. metformin is commonly prescribed in case of pcod. doing some lifestyle changes will help you like- 1. reduce saturated fat intake. 2. maintain good body composition. 3. increase dietary fiber. 4. increase aerobic exercise. 5. restrict sugar intake. you can also consider visiting a dietician who can help you in diet according to your requirements and choice. take care!
what are some tips for getting pregnant faster?,;my spouse is 50 years of age is it possible to get pregnant with this man
can low hemoglobin affect teeth? . my husband's hemoglobin dropped to 5. 1. the doctors cannot find a cause for the drop-but are still looking. transfusions and iron have brought the number back up into the low end of the normal range-but 4 teeth have broken off for no apparent reason and the roots had to be removed by an oral surgeon. is this related to the low hemoglobin?,a low hemoglobin can adversely affect the teeth but i would have no idea if your husband's severe anemia is the sole cause of his dental problems. i certainly home his doctors find the underlying cause soon.
can allergies cause swollen glands?,allergies are the result of an overactive immune system. in response to a substance like pollen or pet dander the body’s natural defenses become over-activated to fight the “invader. ” inflammatory reactions to allergens commonly occur in areas including the eyes nose and throat. an influx of white blood cells and local release of irritating chemicals are the body’s response during an allergic reaction. swelling in the lymph nodes in the area of the neck jaw and throat can sometimes occur. however swollen lymph glands can also be caused by viral and bacterial infections and other causes. like the other symptoms of seasonal allergies swollen lymph nodes eventually go away without causing any problems. if you have lymph nodes that are persistently swollen for several weeks see your doctor for further evaluation.
why are plant sterols good for me?,plant sterols are actually quite natural. they are part of the cell membranes in plants and are structurally similar to cholesterol. in the body they go to work during digestion displacing dietary cholesterol in the cells lining the small intestine (where cholesterol is normally absorbed). what can plant sterols do in the body? according to a recent scientific review a diet enriched with plant sterols can on average reduce ldl cholesterol by approximately 10 percent. the favorable effect on ldl appears to be at its greatest at a dose of 2 grams a day. natural plant sources of plant sterols: plant sterols are found in small amounts in many healthful plant foods including grains fruits nuts and vegetables: avocado 6 ounces (1 small) = 132 mg phytosterols. soybeans 1 cup = 90 mg phytosterols. chickpeas 1/2 cup = 35 mg phytosterols. almonds 1 ounce = 34 mg phytosterols. olive oil 1 tablespoon = 30 mg phytosterols.
i have rheumatoid arthritis stopped taking meds will i be ok?,hi… yes it may take longer time to feel pain again you have to stay on your medications as this is the nature of rheumatoid remission and relapse so you do not know when it is going to hit back…. try hydrotherapy modalities and physiotherapy to stay as active as you can without harming your joints regards
i have a draining cyst since it began to drain other cysts have appeared deep under the skin. l. should i see a doctor? . it is very painful. it's been draining for three days now. the other cysts are extremely painful. i can barely walk as a result,you most definitely need medical attention.
what is the difference between atopic dermatitis and eczema?,"eczema is used as a general term for many types of skin inflammation (dermatitis) and allergic-type skin rashes. there are different types of eczema including allergic contact irritant and nummular eczema. several other forms have very similar symptoms. the diverse types of eczema are listed and briefly described below. atopic dermatitis is typically a more specific set of three associated conditions occurring in the same person including eczema allergies and asthma. not every component has to be present at the same time but usually these patients are prone to all of these three related conditions. types of eczema contact eczema : a localized reaction that includes redness itching and burning where the skin has come into contact with an allergen (an allergy-causing substance) or with an irritant such as an irritating acid a cleaning agent or other chemical allergic contact eczema : a red itchy weepy reaction where the skin has come into contact with a substance that the immune system recognizes as foreign such as poison ivy or certain preservatives in creams and lotions seborrheic eczema (also called seborrheic dermatitis or seborrhea): is a very common form of mild skin inflammation of unknown cause that presents as yellowish oily scaly patches of skin on the scalp face ears and occasionally other parts of the body. often this is also called dandruff in adults or ""cradle cap"" in infants. nummular eczema : coin-shaped (round) isolated patches of irritated skin -- most commonly on the arms back buttocks and lower legs -- that may be crusted scaling and extremely itchy neurodermatitis : a very particular type of dermatitis where the person frequently picks at their skin causing rashes. the underling cause may be a sensitivity or irritation which sets off a cascade of repeated itching and scratching cycles. it may be seen as scratch marks and pick marks on the skin. sometimes scaly patches of skin on the head lower legs wrists or forearms caused by a localized itch (such as an insect bite) may become intensely irritated when scratched. stasis dermatitis : a skin irritation on the lower legs generally related to circulatory problems and congestion of the leg veins. it may have a darker pigmentation light-brown or purplish-red discoloration from the congestion and back up of the blood in the leg veins. it's sometimes seen more in legs with varicose veins. dyshidrotic eczema: irritation of the skin on the palms of hands (mostly) and less commonly soles of the feet characterized by clear very deep-seated blisters that itch and burn. it's sometimes described as a ""tapioca pudding""-like rash on the palms."
what can be causing me to not see the numbers on the scale to drop but the inches are dropping? . i have incorporated a healthy diet with regular exercise i can see the changes but nothing on the scale changes. stumped,sometimes the scale doesn’t accurately reflect what’s really happening with your body. keep in mind that your weight can fluctuate naturally throughout the course of a day. consider if you’ve eaten used the restroom or how well hydrated you are; all of which have a physical weight to them that can influence the number on the scale. seeing a change like loss of inches can be a great indicator of progress. see if you notice a more “toned” appearance or more muscle definition as well. also check to see if your clothes fit differently such as by dropping pants sizes having to take a belt in more notches or shirts being loose or not as tight. these changes in body composition can be viewed as more favorable than actual weight loss recorded on a scale. i wholly encourage you to not just view your progress through solely what the scale shows alone. if you do weigh yourself however it may be best to limit yourself to once per week just so that you can notice any weight loss trends but not enough to where you’re obsessing over the numbers. keep the timing of when you weigh yourself the same to establish consistency probably first thing in the morning to help take away confounding variables.
does a prostatectomy make you impotent. i assume the answer is yes. confirmation is the reason for the question. i started dating a woman who is not on birth control and has not had her tubes tied. i had a prostatectomy 4 years ago. i was to be sure there will be no pregnancy. during self stimulation at times i have seen a drop or so of fluid that looks like semen.,impotence is usually referred to the inability to have an erection. assuming that you can achieve an erection you are not impotent. you may be infertile however since prostatic fluid is required to nurture sperm (from the testes) so i don't really know if this tiny amount of fluid contains sperm or not. the nature of this urethral fluid is really unclear so perhaps you can address this directly with your urologist.
hi i just got my cast of my wrist and i cant bend it back or forward like normal. is this normal? . hi i just got my cast of my wrist and i cant bend it back or forward like normal. is this normal?,a cast protects and immobilizes a fracture so that it will properly heal. most people are casted for six weeks or so (depending on the type and extent of the fracture) so entire joints are frozen in place for a long time. when the cast is removed and the fracture has sufficiently healed those immobilized tendons and muscles will need to be gradually stretched back and strengthened again. it can take a few days or longer for your range of motion to gradually return to normal. be patient. it can be sore and painful to move that joint for a while.
can i swim in a chlorine pool after having stitches?,not enough information. i don't know the extent or location of your laceration how long ago was it stitched how it was repaired (type of sutures) and what the medical professional recommended. this answer will need to come from the person who sutured you or you will need to repost with more information. patient-specific recommendations are best so it would not be wise to rely on what other clinicians may recommend. each case is unique. in general you should not swim in a chlorine pool or natural water of any kind after receiving stiches until the wound is completely healed. many doctors recommend keeping the stitched area completely dry for the first 24 hours to prevent loosening of the stiches. after 24 hours showering may be permitted. tub soaking is contraindicated as bacteria may enter the sutured area). due to the possibility of infection from bacteria swimmining in lakes and streams with stiches is totally prohibited. hi as we don't know where it is and how big it is no unless its sea water sea water is very good for wounds helps to heal and clean all a the same time. if you cant get to the sea then a couple of handfuls of sea salt in a warm bath will help twice daily. from personal experience sea water aids healing to wounds very quickly in fact just google sea salt and wounds. do hope this helps you. good luck hi as we don't know where or what for i would stick to sea salt baths ss aids healing and cleans the wound all at the same time. for me if you can get in the sea that would be all you should do sea water. from personal experience sea salt water does help getting in the sea daily will heal things very quickly. just google sea salt and wounds. good luck stiches on end of finger not quite 24 hr ago had five stiches should i wash with soap and water when i take bantage off later today
diagnosed with strep throat yesterday got bicillin shot. worse today! can i start keflex today after the injection? . my aunt and i spent the weekend together and we have both been diagnosed with strep by different doctors! she was given a rocephin injection yesterday! both of us are worse today. she went to er and was told it was a very uncommon strain of strep! gave her a rx of keflex and prednisone! i went back to my family doctor today and explained this to him! he said the injection should work and did not write me a prescription! i have keflex here is it ok to start it after having that shot yesterday?,"how were you diagnosed? if it was by a rapid strep test then you definitely have strep. the bicillin is really all you need. however if you were clinically diagnosed with strep (no lab test. just an exam) the diagnosis may be incorrect. since mono can mimic strep in its early stages it would not be wise to take any leftover keflex unless you have the specific ""okay"" from your medical provider. there is really only one troublesome strain of strep. and that is group a beta hemolytic strep. you cannot tell an ""unusual strain"" of strep by a rapid test (only a two day culture) so i have no idea why your aunt was told this by the er."
blackheads have been a problem for many years of my life. what should i look for in a doctor to treat this problem? . i've had black and whitehead problems all my life and i am 54 years old. i'm ready to find a dermatologist that can help me with this issue but don't know what to look for while researching. what questions should i ask and how do i know they are reputable?,"any board-certified dermatologist should be able to help you with this long-standing skin problem. i can't say definitely but a suggestion can be given because i am also a former acne sufferer tried many products for my face and got frustrated with all those. then my friend suggested me about an e- book which is designed with only holistic methods to cure acne permanently. i downloaded the ""acnenomore"" e-book from <link> at a very reasonable price. it cures acne:* without resorting to drugs* without creams or ointments* works on all types of acne: vulgaris conglobata rosacea blackheads whiteheads and cysts* proven to work on: teen or adult acne acne on the face back shoulders neck or chest* even if you have very severe acne* faster than you ever thought possible! you can try it if you are feeling like:* have acne (in any level of severity) on your face back shoulders or chest* itching and peeling skin caused by chemicals and drugs* oily skin with large open pores* suffering from low self esteem depression worry and anxiety because of your acne? * avoid going out often because of your acne? * feel obsessed over your acne condition? * spend a lot of money on drugs and over the counters that do not seem to work? you may speak with a board certified dermatologist who has the eagerness to help you bring back your confidence. eric schweiger m. d. a member of the american academy of dermatology and the american society for dermatologic surgery can help you. you may also visit www. clearclinic. com for more helpful information. eric schweiger m. d. is a board certified dermatologist that you can speak with. he can help you with your acne problems."
anxiety is every day of my life. rarely i do get a small break without anxiety. it has been 10 years.,with your brief description it appears that you are suffering with some anxiety disorder most probably generalized anxiety disorder. the drug you are taking is neither sufficient nor appropriate when we are having a lots of safer and more effective drugs currently. i assure you that you can get rid of most of the anxiety symptoms with proper treatment. as you have the chronic problem you need to consult a psychiatrist online --> <link>
what is an angiogram used to detect heart disease?,an angiogram (cardiac catheterization) is a test used to diagnose heart disease. during the procedure a catheter is inserted into an artery usually in the leg and contrast dye is injected into the arteries and heart. x-rays of the arteries and heart are taken.
can condoms cause the vaginal area to become red and swollen? . i just had sex for the first time with a condom. afterwards my lower vagina where the penis enters is now red and swollen. i have trouble going to the bathroom because it hurts so bad. i want to know what i can do to fix it without going to the doctor. but if i have to go i understand. tell me what is wrong and what i should do?,i have the same problem and i found out im allergic to latex.
how is crohn's disease diagnosed?,a thorough physical exam and a series of tests may be required to diagnose crohn's disease. blood tests may be done to check for anemia which could indicate bleeding in the intestines. blood tests may also uncover a high white blood cell count which is a sign of inflammation somewhere in the body. by testing a stool sample the doctor can tell if there is bleeding or infection in the intestines. the doctor may do an upper gastrointestinal (gi) series to look at the small intestine. for this test the patient drinks barium a chalky solution that coats the lining of the small intestine before x rays are taken. the barium shows up white on x-ray film revealing inflammation or other abnormalities in the intestine. the doctor may also do a colonoscopy. for this test the doctor inserts an endoscope-a long flexible lighted tube linked to a computer and tv monitor-into the anus to see the inside of the large intestine. the doctor will be able to see any inflammation or bleeding. during the exam the doctor may do a biopsy which involves taking a sample of tissue from the lining of the intestine to view with a microscope. if these tests show crohn's disease more x rays of both the upper and lower digestive tract may be necessary to see how much is affected by the disease.
is diarrhea a symptom of lung cancer?,no diarrhea is not a typical symptom of lung cancer since anyone can have diarrhea for a plethora of reasons. no diarrhea is not a symptom of lung cancer.
can acupuncture help dementia,hi before you start handing out the big bucks see if you find anybody who has got help from it first or find an acupuncturist who can show you patients who have. good luck
are vit d and vit b12 deficiency linked?,vitamin d and b12 aren't linked in the sense that one causes the other but is relatively common for someone to fall short on both of these vitamins. for example people who don't eat any animal products (vegans) typically need supplemental vitamin d and b12 either from fortified foods or supplements. both of these vitamins are found primarily found in animal foods although plant-based products can be fortified with d such as soy milk. sunlight is another source of vitamin d. another example would be someone who had gastric bypass surgery -- they are at higher risk for vitamin d and b12 deficiencies. people with excess weight tend to have lower levels of vitamin d and additional b12 is needed after this type of surgery because absorption occurs in the stomach. a third example is someone who is elderly. they absorb less vitamin b12 from food and do not make as much vitamin d from the sun. work with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian to make sure you are getting enough of both of these vitamins. there isn't a direct link between a deficiency in these two vitamins but it likely represents a common denominator. some vitamins require fat to be absorbed in the intestine. these four vitamins a d e and k require fat and a very low intake can produce a deficiency in them. damage to the pancreas or intestine can also interfere with the absorption of these vitamins. vitamin b12 requires a few additional modifications in the body to be absorbed. it does not require fat but a factor that is produced in the pancreas however its absorption also requires a healthy pancreas and intestinal lining.
i’m only 19 but have problems remembering very simple facts happening more and more frequently?,hi this seems to be a short term memory loss often occuring due to variations in the eurotransmitter levels in the brain cells. it is considered physiological at a older age but for your age its rather uncommon and definitely something to be concerned about. you should consult a neurologist and get an eeg done to see if anythings wrong. thanks
my sister has attacks with severe headaches and sudden chills then it ends with shivering like fits?,hi. looks like valproic avid side effects but still a proper investigation for epilepsy has to be done for further confirmation. hope this helps. regards.
i am 65. for 1. 5 yrs have suffered with ed. am on both hbp and cholesterol meds for 20 years. tried cialis-no luck. i have never smoked and am a social drinker. i am slightly over-weight(200lbs) but have been this weight for almost 40 years. this problem started almost overnight and since then it has become a real 'albatross'. my doctor has had me try cialis to no avail. i still find my significant other attractive and desirable but as much as we try i can achieve little.,hi and sorry for your problem its your meds but there could be help your hbp could be brought down naturally google natural ways out of hbp and your cholesterol drugs statins these do give you ed problems as a side effect so again google natural ways out of cholesterol also have a read on this site www. spacedoc. com its not a joke site as you will read but there is lots to read and take in. once you have read these take and show to your doctor you could slowly come off them and go the other ways for relief and get your sex life back. if your still having problems read these titles just google them there my posts on www. franktalk. org but if you google them its quicker that tryine to find them. drugs versus herbs herbs my choice drugs versus herbs herbs my choice daily intake nohards herb list with links nohards herbs for ed part 2 this could help you for ed as your read cayenne pepper is good for your blood it cleans away the plaque this helps your cholesterol your read the taken garlic and parsley mixed is good also for cholesterol and getting it down as for ed get your blood working right your two thirds of the way there to getting your erections back. the two site just copy into google to get to them. i do hope you find some help here. good luck
can i get gental/oral herpes from my girlfriend who has gental herpes if i use a condom?,although condoms really help herpes can be transmitted to any genital or oral surface not just the penis that is covered by a condom. herpetic lesions can occur on the area around the base of the penis the testicles the anal area and certainly in or around the mouth/nose. when your girlfriend has active herpes this is the most contagious period.
i’ve got a wrist and palm injury in my right hand?,hi there is a pale line that seems like cracked fracture unfortunately it can be misdiagnosed some would say fracture other not so i recommend repeating x ray 1 week after initial injury which can show with no dought if it is fractured or not until then i recommend a one week cast good luck
does diet sodas make arthritis worse?,diet sodas should not make arthritis worse otherwise the sales of these popular drinks would plummet. there are new studies all of the time linking various things to bodily ailments but i have no heard of a diet soda/arthritis link. if i did i would certainly stop the diet sodas for my own arthritis.
i've been on birth control for 7 years will this effect any future pregnancies or make it difficult to get pregnant?,"i am assuming you are talking about a contraceptive pill since there are many different types of ""birth control"". the simple answer is that studies have proven that oral contraceptive use. even for seven years. does not adversely effect your ability to become pregnant when you choose."
if you had shingles once can you have another breakout again?,absolutely. shingles can occur many times in the same place but not always at the same intensity or severity. yes yes my aunt had them more then one time. yes yes
do i need eye glasses. i'm a 41-year old female. for the past 3-4 days i've been experience a mild quivering/jumping sensation in my left eye. i've also felt a general tightness in this eye. i've had 20/20 vision up to this point. could this be a sign that i need eye glasses or could it be a sign of something? . . . .,those are not typical symptoms of a visual acuity problem so it would be wise to see a good eye doctor for a careful examination. it would not be possible to even guess at the reasons for your array of symptoms without a hands-on evaluation. in this case first you have to consult with your doctor if the problem can solve by any medicine then why u thinking for glasses. in this case first you have to consult with your doctor if the problem can solve by any medicine then why u thinking for glasses.
why if a woman has her tubes tied does she still get a period? normal to be worse & linger longer afterwards? . my periods seem to spot 3-4 days after the normal 7 days. i've had 2 c-sections & after 2nd had tubes tied.,you bleed from the lining that is shed from your uterus. having a tubal ligation only prevents pregnancy. it does not prevent ovulation or the cyclic changes that create your monthly period. you will continue to have periods just like before (or there could be some spotting changes in your cycle) until you go through menopause. discuss this with your gynecologist -- someone who knows your medical history.
how can i tell if i’m sleep deprived?,if you fall asleep before your head hits the pillow that’s not a good sign. that means you’re sleep deprived okay. if you fall asleep in less than 5 minutes on a regular basis you probably need more sleep. if you fall asleep while driving that’s a big danger zone factor a big red flag that you’re going to want to understand a little bit more about. driving a car and operating a vehicle and while it may seem very rote and may seem very easy to do if you notice yourself moving over lanes not being able to stay in the lane as you normally would that’s going to be a definite sign of sleep deprivation. if you’re not thinking as clearly you’re not making the decisions that you would normally make as quickly that’s going to be a sign of sleep deprivation. and just overall movement your reaction time slows down with sleep deprivation your cognition time slows down. believe it or not even your creativity slows down with sleep deprivation. so if you’re at work and you’re trying to answer to a big problem or trying to understand what’s going on and you’re just not clicking you’re not finding the words you’re not doing the right thing or what you would normally do it could be a sign of sleep deprivation.
can you get a dwi for taking vicodin the night before you were in an accident the next day? blood test done. help. my husband was in accident on nov 7 and he last took vicodin on the 6th can the cops get him with a dwi? i know it will prob show in his blood test but wont the levels be so low it will be dismissed? we really need help he is tryin to get into the navy and now they are tryin to charge him with dwi i just need to know if they can make this charge stick!,i'm sorry your husband's going through this. unfortunately we can't give you an answer here because dwi laws vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. what applies in your area may not apply in mine. driving under the influence of narcotics (like vicodin) is a crime in many places. however sometimes the judge takes into account whether or not the person had a valid prescription for the medication why the individual was taking that medication and so on. again we're not lawyers here and can't say what might happen in your case. i wish you all the best with this!
when i blow my nose contents have a pinkish color to it would this have something to do with something you breath in?,no the pinkish color in your mucous is most likely just blood. the nasal area is rich in blood supply so the irritation associated with a cold or allergy can cause some of these tiny blood vessels to briefly bleed. this is quite common and no cause for concern.
can stress cause fevers in toddlers,stress is not considered a cause of fever.
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of malathion?,this medication may be harmful if swallowed. if swallowing or overdose is suspected contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. symptoms of overdose may include: breathing problems muscle weakness/paralysis shaking increased sweating/saliva/tears increased urine nausea vomiting diarrhea anxiety headache confusion dizziness drowsiness slow or fast heartbeat.
when you have a yeast infection for relief can you use miconazole nitrate cream (2%) and vagisil maximum strength? . i have a lot of itching and burning and took the miconazole 1 day treatment and i was curious if i can use the cream that came with it and vagisil if the itching doesn't decrease,yes or you can add some 1% otc hydrocortisone cream to the miconazole to help with the itching.
when should you call a doctor when your child has a cold or cough?,a child is so weak and tired he doesn’t respond well. a child doesn’t play for at least a few minutes in a four-hour period while he is awake. if a child complains of a tight feeling in his chest or that his chest hurts. if after seeing a doctor a child starts wheezing or having more difficulty breathing. if an infant can’t be calmed by methods that usually work like singing rocking or giving a pacifier. a child tugs at her ear or shows sign of ear pain. fever of 100. 4 degrees fahrenheit or higher in a child 3 months or younger. fever for more than three days in an older baby or child. if the child appears dehydrated. for babies younger than 12 months that means a dry diaper after six to eight hours. for older children that means no urination for more than eight hours. a child has bloody mucus or saliva.
what conditions does allergy cold treat?,this combination medication is used to temporarily treat symptoms caused by the common cold flu allergies or other breathing illnesses (such as sinusitis bronchitis). decongestants help relieve stuffy nose sinus and ear congestion symptoms. acetaminophen (apap) is a non-aspirin pain reliever and fever reducer. antihistamines help relieve watery eyes itchy eyes/nose/throat runny nose and sneezing. cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. therefore do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. some products (such as long-acting tablets/capsules) are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details about using your product safely. these products do not cure or shorten the length of the common cold and may cause serious side effects. to decrease the risk for serious side effects carefully follow all dosage directions. do not use this product to make a child sleepy. do not give other cough-and-cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients (see also drug interactions section). ask the doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (such as drinking enough fluids using a humidifier or saline nose drops/spray).
i had a broken hip then hip replacement 6/19/12 still having problems. what can i do now? . i broke the left hip 925/09. had hip replacement 6/19/12. had more xrays in 9/12. said the replacement was in place. i got an injection not a month later i'm still hurting and walk with a limp and need a cane. what else can i do. i've had pt.,i received an anterior hip replacement in july 2012 and have pt 3 times a week. i find that if i miss my pt my hip starts hurting again but as long as i'm using it it feels really good. if the replacement is in place i wonder if its muscular or if you need more pt deep tissue work. i really hope it gets better soon.
what is schizophrenia?,schizophrenia is a mental illness in which the person suffers from distorted thinking hallucinations and a reduced ability to feel normal emotions.
what is a sonogram?,a sonogram (ultrasound) is the use of sound waves to form an image of internal organs.
could i be pregnant? . my husband and i were having sex and as he withdrew at the end the condom came off him and stayed in me. but it was not completely in me. he was able to remove it. this was just a little under a week before my ovulation time. could i be pregnant?,hi if it was a week before ok toss a coin time fact some women can get pregnant from any time of the month others it has to right day hour minute and so on. but please remember it takes male sperm 3 days to reach an egg if one was there but if the condom was hanging out a bit then the chances are very slim. all you can do is wait to see if you miss your next period and if you do then get an hpt or do a test at your doctors but then it could be from stress of waiting that you miss your period. all part of the game. good luck
my boyfriend ejaculated with his tip in me only. a few hours later my period started could i get pregnant? . hi my name is karen my question is: can get pregnant if my period came the same day my boyfriend ejaculated in me? . so today me and my boyfriend has sex but he ejaculated in me. he said he only had the top in half way while cumming. i washed my self throughly after and then hours later the same day my period came. could i still get pregnant?,hi karen with luck you should be ok from doing this. so you are sexual active ever thought of bc like the pill this would save all these worry's your getting and your putting a lot of stress on you. so doctor asap see him/her about the bc pill. just remember safe sex is the best sex no worry's. do hope this helps you. good luck
if i stop masturbating will it cure delayed ejaculation? . i am an 18 year old male who has sex with my girlfriend often. i have never finished during sex however. i can only finish when i am masturbating by myself. i do look at a lot of porn also.,it's possible you could overcome delayed ejaculation by reducing the number of times you masturbate. masturbation can desensitize the penis resulting in delayed ejaculation during intercourse. please be sure to practice safe sex. using a condom not only helps prevent unwanted pregnancy it helps protect both you and your girlfriend from swapping any sexually transmitted diseases. a condom may not entirely protect you from genital warts or herpes because it doesn't cover all of the skin areas that may come into contact with infected areas. but it's better than no protection at all. if you continue to have problems reaching orgasm during intercourse i'd suggest you consult a psychotherapist who specializes in sex issues. it's possible (though not likely) there's something else going on here besides desensitization of the penis. lastly i should mention that i hope your girlfriend also is at least 18. otherwise you know your relationship is not exactly ethical (and not legal in many places). and that's no basis for a relationship. wishing you all the best!
my 50 year brother did a chest x-ray here are results what do we do next?,hi finding are relatively normal with old age however he will need further investigation like heart ct scan thyroid profile ecg and echo to make sure he is okay also he should be instructed to stop drinking(alcohol) and smoking as these findings at the age of 50 is kinda early good luck
what happens if you use expired medication?,medications will work properly when stored in an environment away from light heat and moisture. medications improperly stored can expire before the expiration date. using expired medication is very risky. expired medications are not only less potent but some medications become toxic when used beyond the expiration date. taking expired drugs can cause an unwanted visit to the emergency department as well having an unnecessary medical bill.
chest pain after eating?,u may be having a gastric/ duodenal ulcer. get a gastroscopy done to see whats wrong. its definitely not related to heart
are there any early warning signs of schizophrenia that parents should look for in their teen or young adult children?,"because the teen years are a time of change with many mood swings and behaviors that seem abnormal it can be difficult to pinpoint very early signs of schizophrenia. in general however parents should look for the following in their teens: emotional reactions that are continually out of context including irrational angry or fearful outbursts. inability to sleep or difficulty concentrating in the absence of specific problems. extreme preoccupation with religion a cult or the occult. a change in personal hygiene or a loss of interest in appearance beyond what would be considered a ""fad"" shared by their peers. deterioration of academic work usually accompanied by an oblivious attitude. displaying indifference in otherwise emotionally charged social situations. persistent belief they are being watched or spied on (beyond what is normal rebellion in teens) particularly when shown evidence to the contrary. speaking or writing in a way that does not make sense to parents teachers or peers."
how do i treat a burn?,first err on the side of caution. always see a medical professional for any burn that’s not obviously minor. that generally includes any burn that: • is large. • involves the hands feet face groin or major joints. • causes severe pain or loss of sensation. • causes skin changes besides simple redness such as blistering. • causes skin redness that does not blanch white when pressed. immediately after a burn run cool tap water over the skin for 10 minutes. then cool the skin with a moist compress. don’t put ice butter or anything else directly on the burned skin. clean the skin gently with mild soap and tap water. take acetaminophen (tylenol) or ibuprofen (motrin aleve) for pain. simple burns involving only the very surface of the skin do not need dressings. a burn may appear minor at first but reveal itself as more severe over hours or days. burns of the hands or feet in particular can lead to disability if not treated properly. always see a doctor to evaluate a burn that looks bad or you’re not sure about.
hurts to take deep breathe pain around belly button and pain under ribs. what is this? . this pain just started on monday. i thought it was just indigestion so i started taking a upset stomach reliever it's now next monday and it's still there but i went to the er on saturday and they said that my blood tests and lab tests came back normal xrays looked okay. the pain is a bit under my ribs and it hurts to take deep breaths and it's now starting to burn a little bit when i pee. what's wrong with me? . the doctor at the er also prescribed prilosec which i have been taking.,i don't think the 2 ailmants are related. glad you got some relief for you rib pain keep doing the peppermint thing. now go to the doctor for the urinary issue. you have the classic symptoms of a urinary tract infection. only antibiotics can help with that. you don't need to go to the er unless it is your only option. your regular physician or an urgent care facility can treat that easily. you will need to give a urine sample so make sure you drink lots of water before going.
arogyam package test result shows imbalance in homocystein level and vitamin b12 and d3 levels are very low?,yes homocystein high levels indicate possiblity that body is unable to convert food to energy which needs more tests to confirm it also means d3 and b12 deficiency may be the new doctor wants to check by the new tests if there is a problem converting food to energy but honestly it is unethical to ignore the first test and not giving b12 supplement untill new test also i do not personaly like doctors that force you to do tests in there own clinicsgood luck
i frequently get horrible headaches out of no where. when i get up in morning i always feel light headed nauseous. over the last two years i've been experiencing sudden awful headaches where my vision becomes blurry and no pain relievers or anything seem to help. my doctor said could be migranes but hasn't done anything to determine weather or not that is the case. any suggestions on other things to try to reduce this problem. or if i should seek different medical attention?,other than pills several people go see charapractor (sorry if it wrong spelling) with getting their back popped n massage after a few visit it seem to go away. i have chronic migraines for 5 years now and nothing helps me. so far. try that to see if it works a doctor had told me for what he does with his paitents instead of charapctor he use acupunture.
i took 2 pregnancy test 2 days ago (both pos). and 5 yesterday (first 2pos 3neg). 1 this morning (neg). whats going on? . i am on the nuvaring. i got on it may of last year. and i changed it out on the 29th and i took the first test on the 7th of the new month.,what is going on is that you are spending too much money on pregnancy tests. call your medical provider and ask them to order a more sensitive blood pregnancy test and then make an appointment.
flu: people are contagious for 5-10 days (viral shedding) why are children allowed back to school after 24 hr fever free. i have heard so many confusing answers. cdc says people are shedding the flu virus for 5-10 days after first sign of symptoms. would this not make people infected with the flu virus contagious for up to 10 days after fist symptoms. does tamiflu reduce viral shedding since it is an antivirus?,"first the vast majority of people who think they have ""the flu"" (influenza) do not and not all viral infections are the same. non-medical people often call any illness associated with fever or body aches as the flu. children can spread influenza (true lab diagnosed influenza) for about a week. several days longer than adults. adults and children can also be contagious a day before they develop influenza. tamiflu does reduce viral shedding if taking early. in the first 2 days. schools and day-care facilities tend to make up their own rules often without any medical consultation. allowing a child to return to school 24 hours after a fever has resolved is not a valid parameter for all illnesses including the flu. children should return to school when they are well not just fever-free. <link>"
can a person with shingles spread it through intercourse,it depends on the location of the shingles but skin-to-skin contact can definitely spread this herpes viruses. a person with active shingles is usually in pain and may not be particularly interested in sexual activity anyway.
what are some of the worst things you can do for your skin?,don’t pick at pimples. this only makes them worse increases the risk of scarring and makes the pimple more likely to recur in that spot. don’t apply rubbing alcohol to the skin -- it has no effect on the bacteria/oils that cause acne and only dries out the skin without making the acne better. don’t think that just because it’s not hot or sunny you don’t need sunscreen. you need to apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen every day all year round even if you’re not at the beach and even if it’s cloudy.
i am detoxing and experiencing stomach cramps why? . i have stopped eating sugar carbs and caffeine (cold turkey). i am in the third day of detoxing and experience pretty strong stomach cramps. is this serious?,hmm depends on the level of cramps. it might not be what you stopped at all. strong stomach cramps can be caused by various things i don't eat sugar carbs or caffeine. the caffeine could be the number one there on the cramps. i eat vegetable's and meat mainly no coffee no sugar unless its from fruit. depending on how much caffeine you have been ingesting could be a cause / stomach is angry cause caffeine mainly stimulated it and now the muscle contractions aren't as easy as before. caffeine is a stimulant.
my son's income is $1350 per month and his rent is $500 per month. . there is no public transportation in his community his fuel/liability insurance to get to work averages $300/month utilities average $200/month and health insurance at $425/ month. how is he supposed to buy groceries? he doesn't want to apply for public benefits.,the income you say your son earns would make him eligible for tax credits that would lower the cost of his insurance well below the $425 you cite. i suggest you shop for coverage on the marketplace. go to healthcare. gov to find the information in your state. you'll be able to plug in some of his personal information including his income and get a sense of what a policy will cost. he could pay as little as $50 per month for coverage under the law.
gas pains. i am already being treated for gerud with omeprazole 40 mg 1x per day. tes i am on opoids that i know cause constipation so i am already careful of that. still i present with sever gas constant gas constant burping without burning as long as on medication. sever bloating with or without having had a bowl movement. now increasing left quadrant pain. no relief no matte what. mind you i am on opoids and i am not getting relief with this particular problem. please help!,have you tried water drink lots of water for the contant gas and orange juice for the bowl movements it will help you go the citrus will rumble your stomach linings
i have a thumping headache for 3 days with painful aching joints?,hi that would be symptoms of inflammation in the body and your immune system is trying to fight it. you may or may not develop fever… i guess things will show up in the next few hours whether you will have any other symptoms or not. take analgesics only and only if necessary … let me know here if you developed any other symptom
does living close to horse manure constanly breathing the odor cause any personal health issues?,no. breathing in the odor of horse manure in an open environment (outside) is highly unlikely to cause you any health problems.
i’m really scared something is wrong with my kidneys?,hi your kidneys and excretory system appear to be functioning fine. an underlying infection seems to be the cause. broad spectrum antibiotics anti inflammatory tablets will be helpful. consult a physician. thanks
my daughter 13yrs old has been running a fever for 3 days over 102. the dr said she has h1n1. how do i get fever down?,the fever is harmless and will help her fight this viral infection. most patients with influenza start improving on day four so just make her comfortable. it is okay to use ibuprofen or acetaminophen for the body aches headaches etc. that go along with the flu but you really should not let the thermometer determine when you use it. her temperature does not need to be 98. 6 in order for her to get well. it's okay to treat the fever to make her feel better but it is not medically necessary. make sure you are giving the proper dose of ibuprofen for her weight. many parents under-dose their teenagers.
i have pain higher up on the left side of my chest and in my left armpit,hey this can be out of a ligament or tendon strain. sleeping in an awkward position or lifting anything heavy may have caused this. take anti inflammatory tablets analgesics with muscle relaxants. apply local analgesic gels followed by hot fomentation. do not lift anything heavy. avoid sleeping on the affected side. if symptoms do not improve you should get a mri done. thank you.
left tonsil swollen and pain behind left ear. my tonsil on the left sign is swollen and there isn't any pus. my ear on the left side is very painful when changing elevation and there is a dull pain behind my ear on the bone area when touched.,sounds like it is time for you to see your medical provider so that you can have your throat and ears properly examined. if you have an infection that is causing the pain your medical provider can help.
3 days on cephalexin for bulging ear drums. swollen glands of the neck sore throad. this morning experincing vertigo. i am concerned about the vertigo. do you think it could be caused by ears or med?,a bulging eardrum can cause vertigo due to the pressure. this usually means a middle ear infection but cephalexin would not be my drug of choice to treat this in an adult although i don't know your dosage or medication history. the medicine probably is not your culprit but rather your ear disorder. vertigo is also common in inner ear infections and these are often viral. viral infections do not respond to any antibiotic therapy. since i have no way of knowing your diagnosis or severity of symptoms you will need to consult your medical provider if you are not getting better.
at what point is strenious and stressfull work too much during pregnancy? . i am approximately 7 weeks along. my job is pretty intense as it can at times be 10+ hour days. standing lifting and full sun all day as well as a lot of stress involved.,hi for one your body is use to this kind of work its just the stress part can you keep away from the stress part or dose this come as part of the job lose the stress at work or get into meditation at night this will distress you. get your hours cut shorter as you go on you do this as the weight goes on but you should if all goes well to around 7 months but keep a eye on the lifting. hope this helps. good luck
i can ejaculate multiple times but my first ejaculation is within 2-3 minutes how do i delay this? . my first question is would you consider my first ejaculation pe? i still have an erection and can still continue with sexual activity i use a fleshlight. how can i delay my first ejaculation? i dont want to have sex and keep changing condoms because my chances of getting a girl pregnant increases and also would eating something an hour or two before sexual activity help my stamina?,"sexual excitation leading to an ejaculation is controlled in the brain not the penis. the fact that you can continue to have sexual activity after ejaculation is really good so that first ""fast one"" is really not that problematic (other than changing condoms). yes there are some special techniques you can employ to postpone ejaculation if you have a cooperative partner. a little research on the internet for ""premature ejaculation techniques"" would likely provide you will ample information. no there are not special foods that will increase your sexual stimina but if you eat a lot of garlic your partner is unlikely to have sex with you at all! hi there is a little exercise called edging very good for you problem. for info on this just google prgym look under exercises this is not a quick fix once you get this working you may just need to do it a couple of times a week to keep it working. good luck"
"what to us for birth control in women over 50? . i still have monthly periods . my husband and i still very active sex life and are very worried about unwanted pregnancy. we do not want to get ""fix"" because we do not want the stress of the surgery for either of us. i am 50 years old and have not been on anything since i had my last baby at 40. what is out there to use at my age beside condoms?",hi as you say fix for him having a vas is just a very simple procedure his own doctor could do it this way job done and no more problems once he gets the all clear you can change his middle name to martini? its from the advert anytime anyplace anywhere with no problems. or its the pill or an iud or the good old condoms. i had a vas way back in 1976 drove back home from london to suffolk no problems and back to work the next day it was that simple sent a sperm sample of at 4 weekly intervals 12 weeks job done been very happy ever since and we still are. do hope this helps. good luck
is it possible to become pregnant with the presence of three times periods? . i had sex with my wife before 3. 5 months ago. i have done without any condom i was little confused when we done so in the contrary she become three time as period and also she has done pregnancy test while we were confused about pregnant. currently she is being on period so is it possible to become pregnant with the presence of three times periods? . her fat is not looking large and its still small but she is having vomits and body weakness in current period.,ask this question or any other health related question at <link>
my father has heart disease and kidney problems and skin disease?,the image looks nothing abnormal. the skin appears so due to clot formations sagging skin and reduced blood circulation due to his kidney and heart disease. keep a look out for excessive swelling though.
"how to tell the difference in std and shaving irritation? . noticed a very faint itching barely bothers me ""down there"". just noticed today a little whiteish discharge/a small scrape-like mark (very tiny). shaved recently and do remember feeling like i irritated a certain part. but i regretfully had unprotected sex on st pattys day. also have had a cold/virus on and off for a little over a month before any of this happened got worse last week but is much better/almost gone. is this an std or simply me panicking over a shaving/dehydration issue? !",there are many types of stds so it would be impossible to make that important determination based solely on your symptoms. you are the one who agreed to the unprotected sex so you are the one responsible to get examined and properly tested. it would be so much simplier (and less expensive) to just insist on a partner using a condom. no condom. no sex. no exceptions.
i have extream anxity and panic. i cant control it and it's making me crazy. what can i do?,you will need to see a medical provider or a psychiatrist so that you can be properly assessed. there are many prescription medications that can help you. if i was you i would go to a good dr & have a checkup & talk there are some gr8 medications out there today i know as i am on 2 lots of antidepressants & 2014 is going to be the best year ever after 2 bad relationships 2 councillors & a physic lady & a new dr i am doing wonderful it took me 3 & a half mths before my new drug kicked in there is hope out there as my neice told me it is easier to stay up than get up one of the things even if you don't feel like doing it is getting up & being normal you will get there i had to do this & it was hard work i tell you but it gets easier & going to bed @ normal hours & plan your day & do everything you normally do ask you dr for a mild anti anxiety drug too until the other anti depressants kick in good luck
taken plavix for 7 years now starting 6 months ago head feels like it will explode when i bend over or cough.,"i'm sorry to hear you're experiencing this. if by ""feels like it will explode"" you mean you feel increased pressure in your head whenever you bend or cough this is a cause for concern. as you know plavix (generic name: clopidogrel ) is a blood thinner. obviously when taking a blood thinner you don't want to break a blood vessel -- especially one in your head. i'd advise you to see your doctor as soon as possible about this. he or she will be able to determine if you should continue using the clopidogrel (plavix) or whether a different medication (or none at all) may be more appropriate for you. in the meantime exercise caution when bending lifting or coughing. if you need to use throat lozenges for example to calm a dry throat please do so. i wish you all the best!"
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surgery all set to go tomorrow 8 am. problem i forgot to take the eye drops until 4pm today?,hi i do not think there is any reason to post pone surgery. you can continue taking the drops every 3 hourly till surgery. however final decision for surgery should be taken by ur treating opthalmologist. you should inform him about the missed drops as soon as possible. avoid high doses of prednisolone. thanks
can you receive an std through a bathroom towel,this would be highly unlikely. first don't use someone else'sbath towel and you won't have to worry. remember what they wipe first and wipe last! if you are talking about a hand towel then sometimes it is best to shake dry rather than use someone's wet towel. stds are almost always transmitted the ol' fashioned way: by sexual activity. as long as you are very careful and diligent in safe-sex practices you should avoid any std.
occasionally i have a 'condition' where i smell something similar to what diesel smells like every time i breathe. . when i inhale all i smell is what smells like diesel. this lasts for anywhere from three days to two weeks and it stops as suddenly as it starts. i have not noticed anything that specifically 'triggers' it. just wondering if anyone else has ever experienced this and what may be causing it and if i can do something to avoid or stop it. i have type 2 diabetes high blood pressure and severe asthma and not sure if any or all of these contribute to this.,your smelling of diesel sounds like a phantom odor that really does not exist in the environment. there is a disorder called phantosmia. it presents itself in the form of an olfactory (smell sense) type of hallucination. it can be caused by nerve damage to the brain's olfactory system certain toxins and medications emotional stress trauma and viruses. it is also a condition sometimes seen in epilepsy. resolution is directed at treating the root cause.
how soon can you have sex after having thrush? . today has been the first day relatively symptom free after taking my thrush treatment but my boyfriend is coming round tonight and i'm worried that if the infection hasn't cleared up then i will give it to him ( he will be wearing a condom) but also that as its so soon after thrush it may be uncomfortable during sex? and may give me thrush again. help! dilemma and need some advice.,hi worried look if your worried then don't have sex and tell him why just tell him your don't feel ready yet and leave it at that. but if your feeling any dryness just get yourself some water based lubrication this will help if you think its coming back try the sea salt way to recover you just put two handfuls of sea salt in a warm bath when you in it let the water get inside your vagina do this twice a day for a week. if you would like more info just google sea salt and thrush. but please never have sex till you feel right in body and mind its best for you. good luck
damaged my knee what are available treatment options & recovery time required?,in my opinion it is better to stick to physiotherapy program for 12-15 weeks. before going for a surgery. specially if you are not athlete focus on strengthening quadriceps and hamstring muscles. using kinesiotaping can help controlling the instability of the joint after cast removal. thanks
me and my husband had unprotected sex 2 weeks before my period came could i still be pregnant?,if your period came the i'm sorry to say but no. good luck!
skin color single bump on my penis leaks clear. hiv it came back neg. what could this be? does not itch or burn.,you might want to get checked for a std called hpv or trickanoma
i had a stage 4 endometriosis doctors say my uterus is damaged?,hi stage 4 endometriosis identify by laparoscopy is definitive no question about it i recommend going with test tube baby procedure you can go with interferential current therapy to try cut off adhesions also you need a strong ultrasound treatment like 80 mhertz good luck
can an enlarged prostate interfer with bowel movement?,maybe but there are so many other factors to consider. don't just blame an enlarged prostate. see your medical provider so you can be properly examined and treated.
will my birth control pill still be effective if i take metformin to lose weight? . my obgyn wanted me to look into birth control pills and consider my options. i do not want a birth control pill that will make me gain weight or make it difficult for me to lose weight which is why she also suggested adding metformin to a birth control plan. i'm curious if the metformin is actually effective in assisting in weight loss and if it would in some way cancel out the effectiveness of any birth control i take. i want to keep losing weight but do not want to get pregnant either.,hi found this on this site<link> its about all i can find doing research on it. there’s more on site just copy into google to the www. to open and read. our data show that a combination of metformin and contraceptive pill may be more effective in suppressing the hyperandrogenemia of obese and non-obese pcos patients than metformin alone and may reduce insulin levels more than contraceptive pill alone. hence combined treatment may become a more effective therapeutic option for pcos. so what its saying isit would not harm the bc pills is this for weight loss? hope it helps you. good luck
what increases the risk of getting celiac disease?,celiac disease is an immune system disorder in genetically predisposed people that results in damage to the lining of the small intestine when foods with gluten are eaten. the risk for the disease may be inherited since about 10% of first-degree relatives (mother father brother sister son or daughter) of people who have celiac disease also develop the condition. in people who are genetically predisposed celiac disease may be triggered by environmental factors including viral and bacterial infections. people who have celiac disease are also more likely than others to have: dermatitis herpetiformis (more common in adults but can occur in children). osteoporosis. type 1 diabetes ( insulin -dependent diabetes ). autoimmune thyroid disease. down syndrome. sjögren's syndrome. selective antibody deficiency (immunoglobulin a [iga] deficiency). iron deficiency anemia or folic acid deficiency anemia. abnormal liver function tests that are not caused by any other disease. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i have used laptop on my lap for almost 2 years daily. how do you think it would have affected my fertility?,no. laptops used on the lap do not affect fertility. assuming you remove the laptop long enough to have sex you should be able to get pregnant (if you are a female) or get someone else pregnant.
what is in buttery-tasting pan sprays that make them taste like butter but without all the fat?,"because you only spray on a thin layer cooking sprays are great for sautéing vegetables and lean meats with a small amount of oil. if you check the ingredients label you will see the primary ingredient is vegetable oil. while some are flavored to taste like butter others are flavored to taste like olive oil and may even contain some olive oil. here is an example list of ingredients in one brand of butter-flavored pan spray: soybean oil (adds a very small amount of fat) soy lecithin natural flavors dimethyl silicone (for anti-foaming) beta-carotene (for color) propellant. keep in mind that even cooking sprays labeled as ""zero calories"" can actually contain less than 1 calorie per serving. so they're not completely calorie free. you can actually make your own cooking spray by buying a spray bottle and filling it with healthy oil such as canola or olive oil."
what are the symptoms of gallstones?,what are the cures for gallstone and what are recommendations for relief and or dos and don'ts?
i was diagnosed with a ear infection on saturday and i was given course of antibiotics but i am due to go skiing on fri. i am due to go skiing this friday as a school trip but i am worried that the altitudes could be a problem with my ear. as i have had ear infections before and had to travel home from abroad i know how painful they are when flying but we are driving over to italy so i know that will not be a problem but i am worried about when i am skiing and as i am having very bad headaches along with the ear infections i am getting nervous about going. should i go skiing or should i cancel the trip?,"you should consult the medical provider who examined you. the one who knows that type of ear infection you have (i am guessing a ""middle"" ear infection) the severity and the type of antibiotics you are taking. not all middle ear infections will be problematic after a few days but since i do not know the details of your case you need to get patient-specific advice from someone who has examined you. or have someone examine your ears just prior to your journey."
i have been having joint pain in my hands fingers balls of feet and toes. these areas feel sore stiff and swollen?,this can be polyarthopathy either seropositive (positive blood tests) or seronegative (with negative blood tests). get blood tested for rheumatoid factor crp to rule out other causes. indomethacin can work well.
what is a cataract?,cataracts occur when the natural clear lens inside the eye located behind the iris becomes cloudy over time. this lens is important for focusing light on the back of the eye (the retina) so that images appear clear and without distortion and the clouding of this lens during cataract formation distorts vision. cataracts are usually a very gradual process of normal aging but can occasionally develop rapidly. they commonly affect both eyes but it is not uncommon for a cataract in one eye to advance more rapidly. cataracts are very common affecting roughly 60% of people over the age of 60 and over 1. 5 million cataract surgeries are performed in the united states each year. precisely why cataracts occur is unknown; however most cataracts appear to be caused by changes in the protein structures within the lens that occur over many years and cause the lens to become cloudy. rarely cataracts can be present at birth or in early childhood as a result of hereditary enzyme defects. severe trauma to the eye eye surgery or intraocular inflammation can also cause cataracts to develop more rapidly. other factors that may lead to the development of cataracts at an earlier age include excessive ultraviolet light exposure diabetes smoking or the use of certain medications such as oral topical or inhaled steroids. other medications that are more weakly associated with cataracts include the long-term use of statins and phenothiazines. experts have estimated that in the united states visual disability associated with cataracts accounts for over 8 million physician office visits a year. this number will likely continue to increase as the proportion of people over the age of 60 rises. when people develop cataracts they begin to have difficulty doing activities they enjoy. some of the most common complaints include difficulty driving at night reading or traveling. these are all activities for which clear vision is essential.
can my girlfriend get pregnant from pre cum? . i jacked off twice in the morning and ejaculated both times doing so the urinated. i went to my girlfriends house around 12 and we had sex with a condom for a little then without for a little i never ejaculated but i may have pre ejaculated. the next day around 1 i gave her plan b l. i was wondering how are my chances she gets pregnant? i know the human body can normally ejaculate twice a day and was wondering if that lowers my chances since i did it twice that day already. thank you.,yes your girlfriend can get pregnant from precum. that's why you always use a condom. in this case your girlfriend is probably not pregnant because she took the plan b pill in timely fashion and precum also has lower concentrations of semen than regular ejaculation. if you're going to have unprotected sex be sure to always use some sort of birth control.
are herpes and shingles in the same family. how long do shingles last and can it be transferred to animals,shingles is when the chicken pox virus stays dormant in the body and reawaken into a different and more aggressive form of the virus. this is a life long viral condition that can't be transferred to animals. animals can not have the same diseases or conditions as us because the biological composition is not nearly the same. the only way they can get infected is by the virus to evolve into same thing compatible with its immune system. the chemical recognition or better yet lack of will not allow them to become infected with human viruses.
vaginal irritation:my only symptoms are itchy red some discomfort/dryness mostly itchy. no unusual discharge or smell. sex w/ bf abt 4 nights ago dry & its been uncomfortable red/sore. no bumps/ doesn't hurt to pee no frequent urination discharge or odor. it comes and goes through the day. mostly irritated when i'm working or doing a lot of activity. i go commando at the gym/ i have been itching it. took yeast infection medication & finished it last night. could it be something serious other then irritation from sweat from the gym touching myself down there too often checking it &irritation from the sex?,you cannot adequately or accurately determine a specific cause of vaginal itching or irritation over the internet but the most likely cause would be yeast. keep using your vaginal yeast medication including some topical anti-yeast cream on your itchy areas. if this does not help you may need to see your medical provider for a proper examination.
i have had a back problem for about 12 months now. i injured it by falling off a horse?,hi if u had a recent fall then you should get a recent mri of the lumbar spine done to see for any further damage to the l4-5 disc. physiotherapy including lumbar and leg traction infra red/short wave diathermy will be helpful. do not lift anything heavy. avoid bending forward. use a lumbar belt for support. thanks
what is cystic fibrosis?,cystic fibrosis (cf) is a chronic progressive condition that affects the body's respiratory and digestive systems. it is due to a gene defect. people who have cf produce abnormally thick sticky mucus which clogs the lungs and leads to repeated lung and sinus infections as well as difficulty breathing. the thick mucus also obstructs the ducts of the pancreas preventing digestive enzymes from reaching the intestines. because so little food is absorbed children with cf have difficulty gaining and maintaining weight. cf also affects the reproductive systems of both males and females. females with cf may have difficulty getting pregnant. males with cf are almost always sterile because they produce relatively few or no sperm.
can head lice cause bumps bruising and/or pain in the area where they feed? . i had a small case of head lice that i quickly treated with rid shampoo and then the gel comes in the box with the tiny comb. when i woke up the next morning after the nits and lice were removed my head was hurting on the sides of my head where a few of them had been. i felt around the area w. here there was pain and felt a small bump there both sides. i did not hit my head on anything to cause this.,no head lice does not leave bumps or bruising but depending on how often they bite you an area it can become sore. if you are worried about lice there is a place in tigard and beaverton i believe called lice knowing you that check and treat for lice. if it is something you cannot afford at least do buy lice comb from there because their combs are 99% more effective than drug store combs. you can still buy one from the drug store and if you do not have olive oil or coconut oil buy some and some plastic shower caps. after that go home and apply alive oil to everyone's hair make sure you get it everywhere then put the caps on and either sleep with the olive oil on and wash it off i'm the morning or just put the blow dryer over your head for thirty minutes. before you wash out the olive oil though get everyone's laundry in the laundry room put stuffed animals in large garbage bags for three weeks or just toss them in the dryer for thirty minutes on high and vacuum everything.
i had hernia repair 6 weeks ago – incisional and belly button?,in case if the pain started after coughing then it can be probably due to soft tissue injury at the site of incision. muscle tear or nerve related injury canberra another cause. consult your surgeon and get evaluated. hope this information helps. regards.
is apple cider vinegar good for your hair,good for salad too. i know of no specific medical benefits of using apple cider vinegar in your hair. use it if you want but i am not sure what benefits you hope to achieve. your hair may smell a bit funny. hi have a look on www earthclinic. com seems acv is good for a lot of things great place to keep under your hat for info if you like natural ways of life. hope this helps. good luck
my father has heart disease and kidney problems and skin disease?,hi this skin condition is not at all related to his heart or kidney problems. its a normal skin pigmentation that occurs due to old age. give him vitamin e tablets for one month thanks
can topical silicone in makeup and primers have a negative effect on my skin?,silicone-containing products are excellent at providing a light smooth emollient to repair dry flaky skin. they have also been found to improve the appearance of scars. it is an inert ingredient with a very good safety profile. it should not clog pores because its large molecules actually allow for the passage of gaseous molecules making it very breathable.
is levoquin for viral bronchitis? . i just left the hospital being diagnosed with viral bronchitis. i see on levoquin is not for viral? concerned,"you are correct. levoquin is an antibiotic and antibiotics do not work for viruses. the diagnosis of ""viral bronchitis"" is usually based solely on a clinical assumption since the medical provider probably did not perform a plethora of diagnostic tests that would confirm it. in the outside chance that a viral bronchitis could progress to a secondary bacterial infection a clinician may still empirically prescribe an antibiotic. since i do not know the details of the case or the medical history i cannot comment whether this antibiotic was warranted or not."
what happens if your blood sugar level falls to 40?,well it's certainly not a situation anyone wants to be in. extremely low blood sugar levels can lead to coma -- which isn't a good outcome. the quickest remedy for a very low blood sugar level is. sugar. in the hospital we administer dextrose via iv line. assuming you're awake and alert and realize your blood sugar has dipped you can eat a sugary treat such as a small candy bar to bring your sugar level back up. note: no one should attempt to feed sugar to an unconscious or unresponsive person even if you know low blood sugar is the cause. you should call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number instead. of course it's not a good idea to ever let your blood sugar level get too low. one goal of diabetes management is to maintain blood sugar within a therapeutic range. for adults that might be between 70 and 13 milligrams/deciliter (mg/dl). you should try to avoid peaks and valleys in your blood sugar levels. that said if you go around measuring your blood sugar every hour you're going to find you do indeed have some peaks and valleys throughout the day. that's normal. you should measure your blood sugar at the appropriate times and eat a balanced diet that includes several healthy snacks throughout the day to keep your blood sugar as level as possible. if you have any questions about diabetes management ask your doctor or your diabetes nurse educator. they're the experts who can give you all the specific information you need for your personal health situation. wishing you well!
i have heard that the flu shot is ineffective for children and seniors - is this true?,i have never heard this. i have heard that it's important for seniors and young children to get the flu shot because they are at higher risk of having a severe case of flu or death. i make sure my children get a flu shot every year although they are never happy about it! here's some information from the cdc: <link> <link>
can nuclear stress test cause cancer?,no. it will not cause cancer. i had one myself.
penis foreskin not covering head. i am not circumsised. never had sex. but i remember when i became adoloscent my foreskin got automatically pulled back. i did not nothing to put it back in normal position. i am not having problem at all. but only thing is my head of penis is always outside. now i am 30. i am going to have sex. whether this condition affects my erection. i have tested my erection and its fine but not sure how long i can keep it. should i see a doctor to make my foreskin cover the head. please advice,based on what you have shared your condition may be normal for you. seeing a medical professional to make sure everything is fine is a good decision and will give you the reassurance that you need. many men have tight foreskins that require some minor medical intervention (usually a prescription cream) and some are born with shorter foreskins that may not fully cover the entire head of the penis as you mature. since i can't examine you over the internet see a medical professional that can render an opinion.
is there a supplement that will work like penicillin for a tooth problem? i am unemployed and do not have insurance.,this is a great question as patients seek alternatives to medications and health care. drug supplements are not regulated by the fda like prescription and over-the-counter medications which have to prove their safety and efficacy. i generally do not recommend supplements because they are risky. if you have a tooth problem and do not have insurance i recommend you check out the health resources and services administration (hrsa) web site for federally funded health centers near you: <link> these health centers exist in urban and rural settings and provide medical care preventative care and dental care and prescription drugs for folks without insurance. payment is based on your income and what you can afford.
my husband wants to know if its ok to take zyrtec and his sleeping pill which contains diphenhydramine 50mg? . he uses an equate sleeping pill from wal-wart and the active ingredient is diphenhydramine 50mg. same as taking 2 benadryl's? we are confused by that.,they are both antihistamines. the zyrtec is purported to be a non-sedating antihistamine and diphenhydramine (benadryl) is a sedating antihistamine. when used as a sleep aid it can interfere with deep restful dream-like states so personally i am not a big fan of using it. if he wants to use both then just take the zyrtec in the morning (the diphenhydramine wears off in about 4 hours so it will be gone).
sept&oct 2012 had my period on the 30th. so i thought i was going to get it on nov 30 no period. when should i test? . i dont really keep track of my ovulation cycle and never miss a period unless pg. is it too early too test? my symptoms are tired missed period bad headaches naucous at times and slight cramping off and on. how long does implantion cramping last for? any suggestions?,you can test anytime. most home pregnancy tests these days can be used within days after a missed period. i recommend testing first thing in the morning when your urine is the most concentrated. home pregnancy tests detect the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin (hcg) in the urine so testing when the urine is most concentrated should give you the most accurate result. also be sure to follow the package instructions to the letter as they all have different timing requirements. not all women experience implantation cramping or bleeding. if you do experience it it usually occurs between 6 and 12 days after fertilization of the egg. the cramping and spotting shouldn't last long. i'm wishing you the test result you desire whatever it may be!
how effective are the vaccines for hepatitis a and hepatitis b?,both the vaccines for hepatitis a and the vaccines for hepatitis b can provide full protection.
what are the negative aspects to vaginal contraception films? . can my partner or i be harmed by them? can it make me infertile (girl)? can i use them with a condom?,hi found you two site to look over for the pros and cons end of the day its your call if you don’t or do. <link> <link> this one above just copy into googel to the www. to open and read. from what there saying i think there is better out there for bc have a look at the choices on the webmd link. good luck
i'm a 61-year-old disabled widow since 2009. how long do my disability benefits last? . what will i receive at 65?,disability benefits don't have a time limit rather they are based on your eligibility. you don't mention whether you're currently receiving medicare benefits as a result of your disability. however at age 65 you will definitely be eligible for medicare coverage. you can check medicare. gov for more information.
i just found out i am pregnant. i currently take topamax for my migraine control. can i continue my medication?,i recommend speaking with your health care provider as soon as possible because topamax is not recommended for use in pregnant women because it may cause harm to the fetus. your health care provider needs to re-evaluate your condition and truly talk with you about the risks versus the benefits.
what's the difference between acetaminophen and ibuprofen and what are the dangers of each?,acetaminophen is used more as a fever reducer and for pain. ibuprofen which is also known as motrin or advil can be used for pain that's caused by inflammation. so the theory is is that if the area is inflamed that's really what's causing the pain. acetaminophen or tylenol is also referred to as apap in some formulations. you want to be careful. you want to make sure that you don't exceed more than 4 000 milligrams a day for an adult. if you are an elderly person you don't want to exceed 2 000 milligrams a day and you would want to avoid things like alcohol. they are noticing that there have been some challenges with acetaminophen in the cases of people taking too much of it. they weren't aware that they were taking prescription medications with acetaminophen in it. so you want to talk to your pharmacist first before you consider choosing these products. on the advil/motrin side once again you don't want to drink alcohol with them. it really helps create nausea. it could upset the stomach. if you have an ulcer it's not recommended. if you have asthma it's not recommended either because ibuprofen is a sister to aspirin and it could trigger an asthma attack. that's really some people are very sensitive to this class and that's why they shouldn't be taking it. so once again you want to come to the pharmacy you want to ask for the pharmacist. you want to come with your medication list show us what you are taking and then tell us what are your symptoms. in some cases if you have had a pain for a while we might refer you to a doctor or a healthcare provider to have it further evaluated.
i'm having terrible ear and neck pain chest pains and i have a lump in my left breast. what could this mean? . i have a mammogram appointment in a few days. i have also been having pain in my groin area. i have a huge family history of cancer and i'm scared to death.,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. the fear of having cancer must be very tough for you to cope with. i'm glad to hear you have a mammogram scheduled. that is a good starting point and it sounds like your health care provider is on top of your situation. while you wait try to remember that worrying will only cause you misery and can even have a negative impact on your immune system. look for support from family and friends. try to distract yourself. focus on the many positive things in your life no matter how small they may seem. if you can try to get a massage or otherwise pamper yourself to relieve your excessive stress. even though you have a family history of cancer it's not a sure bet you have cancer too. it's entirely possible your breast lump is benign (non-cancerous) and that your other symptoms can be attributed to a virus or even stress. i know it's hard but try to work on reducing your stress level and staying as healthy as possible as you work through the process of getting a diagnosis. take care of yourself!
my son got a flu shot and four days later he got strep throat. does he need another flu shot?,having strep (a bacteria) will not effect the effacacy of the influenza (viral) vaccine. i don't know your son's age but he should not need to be re-vaccinated. talk to his doctor
my 6mth old weighs only 12. 8 lbs and has had diarrhea for 3 weeks what tests could be done to help determine the cause. after the first week i took her to the doctor and they diagnosed her with ear infections. she started augmentin a week later i took her back because she was still having diarrhea and loss of apetite and fevers ranging from 99. 0 - 102. 7 rectally. her wbc was 9. 5 and they said it was probably a virus. now another week has passed and she isn't better. no fevers that i have noticed but she is having watery bowel movements about 6 times a day and is only eating about 16 oz of formula a day.,possible food poisining
rash on shoulder that moved to neck left side and now a lump/swelling in front of neck. what could be the cause? . 24 hours ago i noticed a rash on the upper left side of my back close to my neck. tonight it has moved to my neck and i noticed a swelling on the left sick of my neck and could feel a lump that was tender to the touch. i've felt dizzy at times today.,if you have had the chicken pox sounds like it could possibly be shingles. call your md and make an appt.
does taking prenatal vitamins help with fertility/ conception? . i'm trying to get pregnant and it's taking a very long time i just want to boost my chances of conception a little i've been off the pill for 6 months now.,hi prenatal are for when you get pregnant. but getting pregnant is all down to timing timing works like this with your cycle day 1 is the first day of your period around day 14 is ovulation day or the day your egg drops in to your womb so you need to have unprotected sex around 5 days before this it takes male sperm 3 days to reach your womb they can then live in there for up to 10 days max so by having sex when i said there waiting for your egg if this works you should get impletion spotting around day 21 if this carries on and you miss your period you then do a test hpt or get a test done at your doctors if positive you can then take your prenatal vit's. do hope this helps you. good luck ps try not having sex to often other wise the sperm will be immature and this will not get you pregnant.
what is the treatment of celiac disease?,stomach
what can cause an infant boys scrotum to swell? . my 10 month old son has developed an almond sized lump in his scrotal sac over the last two days. it has grown somewhat over the last 24 hours. it has not changed in color or shape just size. i can see his testicles and the lump is higher up in the scrotum right under his penis and a little to the left. i think it may be an inguinal hernia but am wondering if it could possibly be something else. anyone have an instances of this?,"his pediatrician or pediatric urologist will need to examine him. it is not possible to offer you a definitive answer based solely on your description. yes it could be an inguinal hernia or a hydrocele. a torsion (twisting) is also possible but these are very painful and quite serious. i suspect he would be in obvious pain if this is happening but torsions can occur and quickly ""de-torse"" in some children. either way an examine will be required to make that important determination. if he is in pain due to this swelling or if the swelling is becoming larger an emergency room visit is warranted and an scrotal ultrasound is usually ordered to help make the diagnosis."
what kind of doctor do i need to see to get female hormone pills if your a man? . im already in therapy i just want to know what kind of doctor i need to see,see a medical doctor who has some expertise in gender reassignment otherwise you are not likely to be prescribed any estrogen.
does xylocaine jelly totally numb urethra and penis head?,it depends on the percentage and amount of xylocaine and the reason it is being used.
can you have genital chlamydia by sticking a penis in your mouth of someone who may or may not be infected. i started to give a guy felation for about 10 seconds literally and stopped. 1 and 1/2 years later i go into er for allergic reaction to yeast infection medicine and they say i tested positive chlamydia. can this be related? can you not have any symptoms in the mouth by have it in the vijay even though that part was never touched?,hi you can get chlamydia by having vaginal anal or oral sex with someone who has chlamydia. but if you now did not have chlamydia then you would not be here asking this question yes? but as you now have it still the same answer gay or straight and yes it can stay hidden deep inside your body tissues your lucky sometimes can stay there for up to 15 years some couples get there marriages wrecked because of that. do hope this helps you. good luck
i have heavy pain in both side of my head that causes dizziness sometimes in my back and neck?,in my opinion you are suffering vertebro basilar insufficiency due to cervical vertebral problems. see a physiotherapist for treating neck. diagnosis can be done by mri of neck and duplex usg on neck veins. vertebro basilar arteries.
is it better to drink something cold or hot i. e. water or tea for weight loss? . i have started trying to drink water instead of sodas for weight loss. having had a bad experience where i drank too much water and got sick i have been starting off with 20 oz of ice cold water a day. a friend of mine said the water should be either room temp or hot in order to lose weight. she said cold water will congeal the fat in my system. is this correct?,i heard that drinking mild water early in morning will surely help you in weight loss efforts.
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how can i get my husband to quit smoking now that i am pregnant? . we were both smokers before i got pregnant and when we found out i quit cold turkey but he has no desire to quit and it is very important to me because i don't want him to be smoking after the baby is born and i don't want to start smoking again either which i know will be much harder if he doesn't quit as well. i have told him very many reasons to quit but he just says he is a man and can make his own decisions and he is a smoker. he gives me many excuses i dont know what to do!,i applaud your decision and fortitude in quitting smoking when you got pregnant. it's not easy to quit and you should pat yourself on the back! while i sympathize with (and support) your sentiments the truth is no one person can ethically coerce another person to do their bidding. it probably will be harmful to the baby to be raised in an environment filled with cigarette smoke. studies confirm a link between infant exposure to second-hand smoke and asthma rates. nonetheless you cannot force your husband to quit smoking. each person has to come to that decision on his or her own. can you compromise and convince your husband to smoke outdoors only? this would benefit his child and at the same time allow him to live the lifestyle he chooses. it also might make it easier for you to maintain your personal smoke-free lifestyle. i wish i had more to offer but your husband is going to do what he's going to do. you have to do what you need to do. and i'm glad you chose to quit smoking!
i am 89 and have the usual medicare insurance and an additional coverage from the firm i worked for. my wife is 80 and has the usual medicare insurance and additional coverage from the state of north carolina. do we have to change to something else?,that's a great question and many people in your situation have been wondering about this. the good news is if you are already covered by medicare you are all set. you needn't worry about the new health insurance marketplaces or any changes to your existing coverage.
what can cause bright green urine,what an interesting question! urine color can be an important tool in diagnosing illness. for example red or pink urine can be caused by blood but it also can be caused by eating beets or rhubarb. interesting right? ! green urine frequently is caused by dyes such as those found in vitamins. however green urine also can indicate a urinary tract infection caused by a specific bug called pseudomonas bacteria. while the cause of green urine generally isn't harmful if you have any of these additional symptoms you should see a doctor: frequent urge to urinate (pee) bladder pain pain with urination (peeing) cloudy urine fever and/or chills nausea and/or vomiting these symptoms can indicate a urinary tract infection which needs to be treated by a health care professional. hope this helps!
what's one key to eating healthy while traveling?,i’ve decided that one of the keys to eating healthy while traveling for work or on vacation is a mini fridge especially when you need energy to compete as an athlete. on a recent week-long road trip with my daughter (who was dancing about eight hours a day) we stocked the hotel mini fridge with water chocolate milk apples protein bars and string cheese. on top of the mini fridge we stashed some bananas and nuts. this made it that much easier for my daughter to grab a few things on her way out in the morning. plus it was much more convenient to fuel up on a nutrient-rich snack or beverage in the evening when she had some downtime from dancing. the same would hold true for any athlete health-minded vacationer or time-crunched businessman or woman.
what is occlusion related to heart disease?,an occlusion is a blockage.
while admitted in hospital my amylase and lipase percentage has been 5 time the normal range?,hi you are in early recovery phase of acute pancreatitis. the enzyme levels will gradually come back to normal after the episode of acute inflammation has been treated. the count has reduced that means the enzyme levels are expected to lower soon. take symptomatic anti inflammatory tablets. get repeat usg after 15 days
how do l deal with pain from gall bladder infection or gallstones,gallbladder was removed years ago. now told i may have stones in bile duct. is this possible?
do i have the flu or a cold? . i have a headache running nose (sometimes with blood) bad cough heat and cold flashes nauseous and a loss of appetite.,that would be a difficult question to answer without the ability to examine you. cold and influenza are viruses and tend to cause similar symptoms. influenza tends to be worse usually with a fever response (not just hot or cold flashes). influenza is a respiratory viruses some abdominal symptoms are not typical in adults (kids with flu can get them though). if i had to take a guess i would say that you most likely have a nasty viral infection but not necessarily influenza. the only way to be sure is to have a rapid flu test. if you have been ill for less than two days antiviral medications like tamiflu can be used. there is really nothing that can be done for a cold other than symptom control. treating the symptoms of colds and flu is often the only thing that can be done; trying to feel better while nature orchestrates the cure. both colds and flu last about a week with the first 3-4 days being the worst.
short term memory issues aching head daily crying spells?,daily crying spells. nausea. headache. short term memory loss; you are having stress and anxiety disorder …nothing more than a head massage. breathing exercise. some exercise and joy… if you are not older than 55-60. it is not something of organic origin. try what i told you…if symptoms increased then get a brain mri.
use of epsom salts for itchy watery eyes. my husband has red itchy watery eyes. can i use an epsom salts compress to relieve these symptoms?,i would not advise the use of epson salts on the eyes. this is likely to burn like crazy; perhaps making the condition worse. a boric acid solution or other eye washes available at the pharmacy would be better. there are over-the-counter eye drops that can help itching as well. red itchy eyes can be conjunctivitis which may be viral or allergic so if this does not resolve he will need to seek medical care.
when i lay flat on my back i get a a swimmy feeling like i am on the down side of a roller coaster. on set was after a surgery. i thought that i would go away i have been dealing with this for years now. its not anxiety.,hi a very quick research come up with this just goole this brandt-daroff exercises for bppv see how you get on may be the cure you have been looking for. also have a look at this link its fron the uk’s nhs <link> just copy into google to open and read and this won on vertigo could help you understand your problem. <link> again just copy into google to open and read. do hoped this is helpful. good luck
i’m getting very bad bruising all over safe to inject clexane in bruise?,you should stay on the treatment subscribed. the bruising in belly is due to recurrent injections. what you need to do is using ice packs and hemoclar cream to resolve the bruises.
"anyone here who knows of a pregnancy due to ejaculant on fingers being rubbed on vagina during mutual masturbation? . i've read many many replies (on many websites) from doctors regarding the chances of getting pregnant by a small amount of ejaculant on one's hands being rubbed on the vaginal opening. some say ""yes possible b/c it only takes one sperm"" while some say ""very unlikely b/c sperm need to be inserted higher"". i'd like to know: 1) is there any medical professional here who actually knows of a pregnancy happening from such a situation? 2) are there any more scientific studies on this? thanks","hi this first piece of info is from the uk’s nhs it’s a bit like your abama scheme but has been running since the end of ww2. what if i didn’t have sex? it’s possible for you to get pregnant without having sexual intercourse (penetration) if for example: sperm get into your vagina – for example if you or your partner have semen or pre-ejaculate on your fingers and touch your vagina your partner ejaculates near your vagina your partner’s erect penis comes into contact with your body near your vagina the risk of getting pregnant in this way is very low because sperm can only live for a short time outside of the body. however if you’re not planning a pregnancy it’s important to know that it’s possible to get pregnant in this way. by the way are you natural with pubic hair or shaved? dr. hector chapa answered: if sperm gets around the outside of the vagina how likely is it to get pregnant? not likely for conception to occur several finely tuned processes must occur all in perfect order. first of which is cervical bathing/coating by sperm. the reason this is needed is because of all the volume deposited at the cervix some will leak out some will never enter the cervix some will die in the uterine cavity. sperm deposited on the exterior of the vagina can't ""migrate"" into the vaginal canal. dr. tony t. ho answered: my semen came into contact outside of her vagina by my penis i didn't release sperm there. she also has sist in her overy. could she get pregnant? always possible any time there is contact of semen to a woman's genital vault there is the possibility of pregnancy. it doesn't sound like it's very likely in this situation but you won't get a ""no it's not possible"" here. have her do a pregnancy test in 2 weeks to be sure. dr. ravi d. chauhan answered: if sperm gets on or around my vagina can i get pregnant? yes in a fertile woman any contact of sperm with the vaginal tissues can result in conception."
bladder neck incision … i still get bleeding and blood clots,hi. its rather unusual to get bleeding and clots after 4 months of laser treatment. it should actually stop within 21 days after the treatment. antibiotics should be avoided. i suggest you to see a urologist and if required get a ureteroscopy done to see whats wrong. thanks
what is fluoride anyway?,nearly all naturally occurring water sources contain fluoride a mineral that has been proven to prevent and even reverse tooth decay. tooth decay is caused by certain bacteria in the mouth. when a person eats sugar and other refined carbohydrates these bacteria produce acid that removes minerals from the surface of the tooth. fluoride helps to remineralize tooth surfaces and prevents cavities from continuing to form.
how do you tell your parents you are pregnant if you are 17 and 4 months away from 18? . i need help my mom had a baby at 17 and didn't want me to follow in her foot steps i don't want to disappoint her i just don't know what to do?,"you've already disappointed her might as well make ""disappointment"" your screenname. sheesh. however considering that dear old mommy couldn't keep her legs closed at age 16 either she really has no room to judge."
i have had raised bumps on my face for years now?,the image you have attached is appearing like keratosis pilariasis and it is caused due to a number of factors out of which hormonal causes is an important factor. you should consult a skin specialist and get evaluated. you can be advised topical application of creams and lotions containing lactic acid salicylic acid and retinoids. use mild soaps to clean the face and avoid excessive exposure to water. you can also undergo laser treatment. hope this helps. regards.
"hello i am a 46 yr old woman 5""3 115lbs. i have been to the er 44 times in the past yr. i was diagnosed with anemia",why are you going to the emergency room. about once a week? you need to find a good internist for on-going comprehensive continuity care. not treat 'em and street 'em care. when you go to the er you often see different medical providers. none of which will follow your case and they will devote their time and efforts to the life-threating problems they may encounter. it is not the anemia that is troubling. it is the reason you are anemic that is the underlying issue.
i was admitted to icu in a hospital diagnosis: vbi bppv need second opinion?,the diagnosis is suitable for the symptoms and veretbtobasilar insufficiency and benign paroxismal positional vertigo are coherent … so i recommend a neck duplex scan xray. neurology doctor can help treat the bppv in a couple of sessions.
been having oderless white discharge with no odor combined with abdominal cramps lower back pain and nausea. discharge is thick and white. my period just ended a little over a week ago but there is still some spotting. as far as i know it is not possible for me to become pregnant. i had a tubal ligation after my last child 10 years ago. also been having aversions to certain foods and smells. could this be the onset of menopause. i'm almost 40 years old.,hi apart from the discharge the rest of your problems could relate to early menopause the only way you can sort that bit out would be to get a blood test done this would show were your hormones are its were your hormones are that will tell you whole you doing. the discharge may just be from your last period. do hope this helps you. good luck
2nd degree sunburn with large open blister how do i treat this at home? . my son came home with a sunburn. the next day my daughter had accidentally popped what was a large blister. the skin slid off his shoulder with the fluid. he seen np and she gave use silvadene to put on his burn. however it will not even go on the new skin that was under the blister. is there any other treatments that i should be doing for this? will the silvadene be enough to prevent infection? anything that he can do for the pain?,i would buy a real aloe vera plant. cut off a leaf slicing open one side and pealing it open to expose the center scrape the jelly off apply to wound and only if you have to cover it like you would any other wound. since the aloe dries and is absorbed quickly you should apply frequently using as much of one leaf as possible before using another leaf. it helps with the stinging/burning sensation and helps the wound heal quickly.
is trendleburg position advisible for abdominal surgery on patients with cervical herniated discs. i recently had laprascopic surgery for ovary removal i have previously had an acdf on c5 /c6 but reinjured and discs are symptomatic i also have t6 t7 large protrusions when i woke from surgery i was in spasm and 7 weeks later am still in a lot of pain - i think it was due to the position i was in during surgery; i was put into lithotomy position withmy upper body in trendleburg position. is this advisible for someone with my spinal injuries?,what you're describing sounds like typical positioning for the laparascopic oopherectomy. as a former surgical nurse i helped position plenty of patients as you describe. i can't think of any reason why this positioning would aggravate your cervical spine or cause back spasms because the downward gravitational force on the spine while in the lithotomy position with trendelenburg (with the feet elevated 15-30 degrees) is lower than the force on the spine when walking for example. certainly if your surgeon anesthesiologist or circulating rn thought the positioning would aggravate your spine issues they would not have done it. in the operating room we take positioning extremely seriously are very careful regarding these issues. so sorry to hear you're dealing with the back issues and hope you can get yourself fixed up soon!
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for obsessive-compulsive disorder ocd?,a diagnosis of obsessive-compulsive disorder (ocd) is based on your symptoms medical history and a physical examination. your doctor may also want a mental health assessment which is an evaluation of your emotional functioning and your ability to think reason and remember (cognitive functioning). a mental health assessment may include an examination of your nervous system written or verbal tests and laboratory tests (such as blood and urine tests) as well as a review of your appearance mood behavior thinking reasoning memory and ability to express yourself. many people with ocd live with the condition for years before being diagnosed or they go without treatment because they are afraid or embarrassed to talk about their symptoms. answers to three initial questions may help your health professional diagnose whether you have ocd: 6 do you have repeated thoughts that cause anxiety and that you cannot get rid of no matter how hard you try? do you wash your hands frequently or keep things extremely clean and neat? do you excessively check things? if your health professional suspects you have ocd he or she will look for a full range of symptoms that will confirm the diagnosis including: 1 recurrent and persistent thoughts impulses or images that are intrusive and inappropriate cause anxiety or distress and are not simply excessive worries about real-life issues. attempts to suppress or ignore the thoughts or get rid of them with other thoughts or actions. a recognition that the obsessions are created in your own mind and don't make sense. repetitive behaviors such as hand-washing ordering praying or checking that you're driven to do in response to the obsession. the behaviors are aimed at preventing or reducing distress or preventing a dreaded event. for a diagnosis of ocd the obsessions or compulsions must be time-consuming (more than 1 hour a day) or greatly interfere with your normal routine at work or school and affect social activities and relationships. early detection early detection and proper treatment is very important in improving the course of ocd. this disorder is often a long-lasting (chronic) condition that will need to be monitored throughout your life. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
am i at risk for miscarriage. my husband and i conceived via ivf (we had a chemical pregnancy in late april of this year) and this will be our first child. i'm terrified after our earlier loss and am wondering what's my risk for miscarrying now? i have pcos and am currently 5 weeks. i've had slight cramping bloating nausea and dizziness but no other symptoms and nothing too severe. dr is waiting until we are 6. 5 weeks for our first visit but i'm terrified something will go wrong between now and then.,hi after the first miscarriage did you have a d&c? its just away of clearing out your womb of anything bad clean start and all that. but all these signs your talking about are just normal with pregnancy's. i would just try relaxing till you see your doctor. hope this helps. good luck
i am 8 mos pregnant and have a shooting pain from my left hip up my neck. does this has anything to do with early labor? . yesterday the pain was going down my leg from my hip causing me to not be able to stand o my own. it was coming and going. today the pain is shooting up. it comes and goes with a steady dull ache in my lower back on the left side. haven't had any other pain or symptoms since this started yesterday.,hi this sounds like baby has its foot or something else in a nerve they will do this sometimes. i think you know when its labour pains labour pains will grip you like you will not believe. do hope this helps. good luck
what kind of problems can occur when taking the following prescriptions: gabapentin topamax zocor and verapamil?,the only potential for interaction on your list of medications is that taking verapamil with zocor can increase the levels of zocor and make a patient more likely to experience side effects from the zocor like muscle pain. if you are worried about drug interactions it is important that you only use one pharmacy to fill all of your prescriptions so that the pharmacist can properly screen for interactions. and talk to your pharmacist. they can provide you all the information you need to take your medications safely.
could i be pregnant? please help!,hi have you tried doing a home test see if are then will save all the guessing your doing now. good luck
i was hit in the ear i can’t hear properly really hurts – don’t know what to do?,hi. if you were hit hard then some internal structures in the ear like ear drum may have been damaged. dont neglect. consult a ent specialist and get the ear checked thoroughly by camera/scope. thanks
do men and women handle stress differently?,i think they generally do and unfortunately men handle it in a way that is counter productive. we have noticed that more men will begin to drink alcohol excessively and that is probably because they want to be seen as strong and if they go to a doctor for any kind of help with this it will mean that they are not men so better to drink and try to drink your troubles away than to try and get some help. women on the other hand will say look if i’m this stressed i’ve got to go get some help. we know that more women enter therapy than man. that has always been as long as i can remember and they’ve been keeping statistics that women are willing to talk to others and to try to come to terms with how do i cope with this how can i change this what am i missing they will talk about their problems. men will talk about the baseball scores. they won’t talk about their problems. that’s why the statistics are skewed probably that they say that women have more anxiety and depression than men. no it’s because more women show up at the office and get counted and men don’t get counted. if we went into bars and started doing some kind of research i would wonder before they took their first drink how would they register on stress measures on anxiety depression measures and i think we would find a rather dramatic shift. you know what is stopping them what is so unmanly about getting help when you need it. if you have hypertension and you are a man you go and get help. is that unmanly? no. if you have anxiety and stress that is causing you serious problems and can end up in a heart attack is that unmanly or should you go and get some help just the way you got with your hypertension. remember these kinds of illnesses are just as important and can have as catastrophic results as the medical illnesses that you’ve accepted all these years.
can a foreigner living in singapore purchase any insurance plans from this platform?,no. only u. s. citizens and legal immigrants can apply.
what could cause bloody stools tares in the butt crack and a nickle sized growth along the butt crack? . the tares have been there for approx. ten years and the bloody stools started about five years ago along with the nickle size growth about three years ago.,you have had bloody stools for five years? and tears? and a nickle-sized growth for three years? you are either very tolerant of these symptom or very reluctant to see a medical provider about them. either way my advice is for you to be properly examined. the nature of these things cannot be blindly determined by a vague description. one possibility comes to mind (there are many) and that would be pilonidal sinus tracts. these occur in the gluteal fold (butt crack) and can last a long long time. they become infected quite often resuting in drainage and pain. the cause of your bloody stools can be related to this or it could be an entirely different problem. and any of these problems could be serious. you must see a medical provider or better yet a proctologist.
i’m 35 weeks pregnant my urine has no colour with back ache please help?,hi the intense back pain and pelvic pressure you are experiencing is due to the increase in the size of the baby now as it has almost attained its full growth. this causes pressure and stretching of the sacroiliac joints causing severe pain. u can apply local creams hot fomentation. avoid taking any tablets. consult a gynecologist if the pain is severe. the urine colour u mentioned may be due to slight vaginal discharge that gets mixed with urine. nothing to worry about until you can feel the baby movements. thanks
can you get pink eye from using someone else's computer keyboard or phone?,yes. germs can be transmitted from the keyboard or phone to the fingers and then those fingers can come into contact with the eyes.
can you get pregnant any time?,hi they recon the odd women can do that get pregnant from anytime of there cycle it could be that there body's are really good at storing sperm at best it can live up to 7 days with most women. does this help you. good luck
my sperm ejects unknowingly in the sleep time also what is the problem,"there is nothing wrong. you are completely normal. this phenomenon is quite common and is often referred to as a ""wet dream"". in most cases you were having an erotic or sex-related dream (perhaps one you did not remember when you awoke) and your excited brain (which controls erections and ejaculation) went into full mode just like you are having sex for real. in a way this is among the safest sex of all. no risk of a sexually transmitted disease or unintended pregnancies. you may have to do some laundry however."
what increases the risk of getting pagets disease of bone?,risk factors for paget's disease include: family history. if your parents brothers or sisters have paget's disease you are more likely to develop the disease than if no one in your family has it. age. paget's disease is most common in people older than 50 and is unusual in people younger than 40. 2 webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
suffering from floating stool and stomach pain. how can i help myself to get better?,i can understand your concern for your symptoms. floating stool is suggestive of abnormal digestion and absorption of fat from the diet which leads to an excess amount of fat in the stool. stomach ache and gas are suggestive of indigestion due to lack of intestinal digestive enzyme supplementation. your history of type 1 diabetes along with these symptoms are suggestive of an inadequate amount of pancreatic juice (exogenous enzymes) for digestion. the probable causes:autoimmune pancreatitis. investigations to be done:ct scan abdomen with contrast lipase amylase and upper gi endoscopy (to rule out gastritis). differential diagnosis:severe gastritis. probable diagnosis:autoimmune pancreatitis. treatment plan:continue treatment for diabetes pancreatic digestive enzyme supplementation and treatment for acidity. preventive measures:avoid oily and spicy food. take fat-free and high protein diet. regarding follow up:for further information consult a medical gastroenterologist online. ---> <link>
how do you get hepatitis?,you are at a higher risk of developing hepatitis if you: share needles to take drugs. practice unprotected oral vaginal or anal sex. have many sex partners. drink a lot of alcohol. have poor nutrition. work in a hospital. work in a nursing home. receive long-term kidney dialysis. travel to areas with poor sanitation.
how is ringworm of the scalp or beard treated?,ringworm of the scalp or beard is treated with antifungal pills in combination with antifungal shampoo or lotion. topical antifungal medicines such as shampoos or lotions that you apply directly to the infected area do not work when used alone because they cannot get deep enough into the infected hair shaft to kill fungi there. but antifungal shampoo helps prevent spreading the fungus to other people because it decreases fungal shedding from the scalp or beard area. doctors also recommend occasional use of antifungal shampoos for ringworm carriers people who can spread the fungus but do not have ringworm symptoms. often an adult becomes a carrier after exposure to an infected child. what to think about ringworm of the scalp or beard can come back after treatment has cleared the infection. ringworm of the scalp or beard can cause scarring and permanent hair loss. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
can you take advil the night before ablation surgery,"because there are different types of ""ablation surgery "" it's not possible to accurately answer your question but here is some general information. your surgeon's office or the hospital should give you some written instructions about what medications you may and may not take prior to your procedure. if you did not receive any pre-operative teaching you should call your surgeon's office and ask when you will receive this information. if your procedure is scheduled for tomorrow then i would advise not taking any advil (ibuprofen) within 24 hours of your surgery. in general you should avoid taking any non-prescription medication before surgery. again you should receive written instructions before any type of surgical procedure. each surgery and surgeon have different restrictions on what medications you may take when you need to stop eating and drinking and other pre-operative procedures. best wishes on your procedure. i hope it goes well!"
could delayed periods be a sign of early onset of menopause?,if you have been regular with your menses these years and this is the first episode at 53 years of age when the menses have been delayed by two weeks the causes can be a possible initiation of perimenopausal stage where menses are often delayed for a month or two and slowly tend to stop in next one to two years. perimenopausal stage can be verified with the hormonal fsh (follicle stimulating hormone) and lh (luteinizing hormone) levels which if high shall indicate an onset of perimenopausal stage. however it is suggested that pregnancy should anyways be ruled out and if negative then you can wait naturally for your menses to resume. hence try maintaining a menstrual calendar and keep a mark for your dates duration of flow and quantity to evaluate the possible onset of a perimenopausal state. for further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> <link>
"what does eye mucus mean in a 6 month old baby? . my baby has eye "" boogers"" and my wife is concerned.","little ""eye boogers"" are just fine. this is just thickened tears. many babies have narrow nasolacrimal ducts -- the tiny drainage ducts from the corner of the eyes to the nose. if the tears can't drain down the ducts for whatever reason they will accumulate in the mornings or after naps. most (not all) tear drainage ducts will open up fully after about a year old. if the conjunctiva is red or irriated then a mild infection could also do this."
i broke out in rash from deoderant what can i do. i tried a deoderant called axe for men i am male by the way and broke out in arm pits with a red rash and itching. i stopped the deo the day i got broken out and have not used any deo sence just washing with anti-bacterial dial bar soap. is there anything i can do for it or do i need to go to my doctor? thanks kevin,as long as your not using it any more the rash should go away if its not gone by a week consult your doctor. try not to iratate it and keep it dry sweating will iratate it and make it itch.
my 17-year-old has stopped taking concerta after 10 years. what affect will this have on his adhd?,seventy percent of teens diagnosed when they are younger continue to have symptoms of their adhd that affect their functioning as adolescents. once your son stops taking his medication (concerta) his symptoms will return relatively quickly. unless he has learned other compensatory techniques or has outside help his symptoms will affect both his academic performance in school and his relationships with others. if he is driving he may have more difficulty focusing and with distractibility. teens with untreated adhd tend to have more car accidents and get more speeding tickets. all of this should be explained to him and i would suggest that he go in for a visit to discuss this and his decision to stop his medication with his health care provider. i often use this situation as an opportunity for the teen to learn more about how his adhd affects him and why or whether he need to continue his medication to treat his symptoms.
what could raise wbc count? red blood cell in normal range. wbc count keeps going up. 11 in sept 12. 1 in june and now 14. 9 in aug. dr visit showed i have fluid in ears and chest is congested but no infection mucous is clear. the coughing is what brought me to the doc. x-ray is clear. dr rx'd albuterol inhaler + over the counter antihistamine for ears. re-take of blood in two weeks. what other things could raise wbc. i have no idea what i might be allergic to (well to animals but i'm not around any and my reaction to that is quite different),hi if your white count is up then something somewhere is doing it would not like to speculate on what. good luck
does lidocaine cure canker sores on your throat? . i found a small white sore on my throat and i was prescribed lidocaine and it numbs the pain. but i was wondering if it cures it at the same time before it gets worse?,"no canker sores (aphthous ulcers) resolve on their own over time. lidocaine will not cure them but it takes away some of the discomfort during the natural healing process. try using listerine and gargle with it for as long as you can stand. it will burn but it will also heal any sores in your mouth or throat. repeat 2 or 3 times a day the sores will be gone in no time. can be followed by cold h2o to cool painful sores. lidocaine is a topical analgesic it is a pain killer and really has no properties to ""cure"" anything it just makes it feel better while it heals."
"i have a ""weak ankle"" when walking and excersising should i be wearing an ankle brace? . my ankle cracks most of the time when walking a physical therapist asked me if i had a lot of ankle sprains when i was younger thinking that was weird (because i haven't) i started looking into it. the general consensus was that i have a ""weak ankle"" and if the cracking doesn't hurt there is anything i can do and shouldn't worry about it. i am wondering if i should be wearing an ankle brace when walking and/or exercising? would this help or hurt the cracking? am i doing damage by ignoring it?",you should consult your family m. d. for the proper diagnosis and answer re a brace.
i have problem breathing and its progressing?,hi i suspect an autoimmune disease i recommend antibody tests for autoimmune disorders ( full profile) + sputum culture.
is an anti-inflammatory diet including gluten free good for rosacea? . would an anti-inflammatory diet including gluten free foods,i'm sure it can only help to eat healthfully but i don't know of research showing that anti-inflammatory foods have an impact on rosacea. gluten only causes inflammation if one has celiac disease an intolerance to gluten or an allergy to wheat. if you are thinking of removing gluten from the diet a registered dietitian can help guide you. there are certain foods that might trigger rosacea including hot foods spicy foods and alcohol. for more on triggers see this webmd article. best of luck to you!
why do pregnant women need folic acid iron and calcium?,folic acid can reduce your risk of having a baby with a serious birth defect of the brain and spinal cord called the neural tube. a baby with spina bifida the most common neural tube defect is born with a spine that is not closed. the exposed nerves are damaged leaving the child with varying degrees of paralysis incontinence and sometimes mental retardation. neural tube defects develop in the first 28 days after conception before many women realize they are pregnant. because about half of all pregnancies are unplanned the department of health recommends that you take 400 micrograms of folic acid each day while you are trying to conceive and should continue taking this dose for the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. a woman who has had a prior child with a neural tube defect should discuss the appropriate dose of folic acid with her doctor before her next pregnancy. studies have shown that taking a larger dose (up to 4 000 micrograms) at least one month before and during the first trimester may be beneficial. there are natural sources of folic acid: green leafy vegetables nuts beans and citrus fruits. it is also found in many fortified breakfast cereals and some vitamin supplements. calcium during pregnancy can prevent a new mother from losing her own bone density as the fetus uses the mineral for bone growth. iron helps both the mother and baby's blood carry oxygen. while a daily vitamin supplement is no substitute for a healthy diet most women need supplements to make sure they get adequate levels of these minerals.
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of banophen maximum strength?,see also precautions. this product may be harmful if swallowed. if overdose or swallowing is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. if too much of this medication is applied to the skin wash it off with plenty of soap and water. symptoms of overdose may include: mental/mood changes confusion dry mouth slurred speech trembling hands/feet seizures.
i have constanct ringing in my ears doctors cannot find anything wrong even with mri's. any suggestions?,"that is typical. there can be hundreds of causes of tinnitus (ringing) and it is actually rare that a specific cause is found. i know. i have had tinnitus myself for well over a decade. all of my tests were blind alleys like i expected. the ent is really obligated to search for a cause (like an acoustic neuroma) but these are rarely found. most of the time the ent just throws in the towel and essentially tells you to just ""live with it"". and so we must. there are treatments that help you cope with tinnitus but it is unlikely that you will find a miraculous cure. it can just go away (which is nice) but it has a good chance of staying with you for a long long time. i wish i had better new for you but tinnitus is perhaps one of the most difficult medical problems to investigate and one of the most difficult to treat."
period like symptoms no period? or could i be pregnant. hi i've had for the last week. slight cramping on and off. sore breasts. milky white discharge over a week. period is 6 days late. it does feel like my period is coming but nothing. have had unprotected sex with partner. and have done test at 5 days late but negative,hi do try seeing your doctor there really good at telling if your pregnant. would be a good place to start. hope this helps you. good luck
my wife and myself are insured through her employer's health insurance plan. . we pay over $800 per month for coverage. will we be paying more or less or will the new laws affect it?,your health care costs may go up -- they tend to every year -- but not much of the higher costs are likely to be because of health reform. employers continue to shift more health care costs onto employees as a way of keeping their own costs under control. and despite the high cost because employers tend to cover a big portion of your premium and because your employer-sponsored health insurance is a tax-free benefit it's often the best deal in town. still you may want to consider other plan options if your employer gives you a choice. there may be another alternative that will cost you less money but still cover your medical needs. you can read further about employer vs. marketplace plans at the health reform 101 blog: <link>.
as a teen how much aerobic exercise should i get each day?,u. s. department of health and human services guidelines recommend at least 60 minutes of physical activity for kids and teens on most -- if not all -- days of the week.
i was diagnosed with restless leg syndrome i feel the urge in my legs to move and stretch them almost all the time?,as a physical therapist i do not recommend splinting at all. it may cause complications concerning skin and blood vessels due to night time compression even nerve compression which can worsen your symptoms. i recommend leg massages hot baths or heating pads or ice packs applied to the legs good sleep habits a vibrating pad called relaxis avoid caffeine and tobaccos. treating the underlying condition if present. yoga before sleeping stick to regular sleeping time and exercise time.
what are good strength-training exercises for the glutes?,(please clear any kind of exercise program with your physician and fitness professional especially if you have any physical disability or restrictions. ) 1. squats: squats are your mainstay for building and strengthening your buns. stand with feet hip-width apart and hold weights at shoulder level or at your sides. bend the knees and lower into a squat keeping the knees behind the toes. imagine that you’re sticking your butt out behind you but keep the torso upright and contracted. press into the heels to stand up. repeat for 2-3 sets of 8-16 reps. 2. wall sit: stand about 2 feet in front of a wall and lean against it. slide down until your knees are at about 90-degree angles and hold keeping the abs contracted for 20-60 seconds. come back to start and repeat holding the squat at different angles to work the lower body in different ways. to add intensity hold weights or squeeze a ball between the knees. 3. leg press: here you’ll be pushing a weight or resistance away from yourself using your legs. this can be done with gym equipment or bands. 4. lunges: these exercises come in a variety of forms. the traditional lunge goes forward with weights and a bent knee or there is the assisted lunge with no weight and you can hold onto a wall or chair. or you can try a lunge that requires a much smaller range of motion lowering your body only part way. 5. dead lift: this exercise is not meant for everyone. it targets the lower back glutes and hamstrings. if you have any problems with these muscles don’t do a dead lift. this exercise simulates what we do all day long as we bend over and pick things up. 6. hip extension: this is one of my favorite exercises to strengthen the glutes. stand facing a wall placing both palms on the wall and with a straight back simply push one leg out behind you as high as you can go keeping the back and leg straight. do this 10 times switching legs each time. or you can get on the floor on all fours and take one leg and simply stretch it straight behind you. do this 10 times switching legs each time. if you use ankle weights you can add more intensity for a real glute challenge.
what is the normal blood pressure for an eleven year old,"at 11 years of age the ""normal"" blood pressure range is close to the same as it is for an adult. generally speaking the normal blood pressure range for an 11 year old boy or girl is around 115/75 to 125/85 or thereabouts. however this range can vary depending on many factors such as the fitness level of the child. a skinny kid who plays a lot of soccer probably will have a lower blood pressure than a larger kid who isn't very active. in that respect blood pressure in children isn't much different from blood pressure in adults. if you have concerns about your child's blood pressure you should consult your pediatrician. hope this helps!"
my son is age 26 and no longer on my health insurance plan. . he doesn't have insurance through an employer but does work as an actor/musician and lives on his own making just about enough to support himself without paying for insurance. he was told by a professional before the affordable care act went into effect that he is eligible for medicaid. should he be shopping on the exchange or simply applying for medicaid?,he should shop through the exchange. if he's eligible for medicaid he'll learn that through the shopping process and be directed to the right place to sign up.
i was hiy by a car when i was 7 why is one calf growing bigger than the other?,hi… if your calf is growing more than the other. it is usually nothing to worry unless there is other symptoms like parathesia or loss of sensation. loss of muscle power. odema. different coloration…generally you can do emg to make sure if there is something wring with it.
i came down with acute viral myocarditis doctors say its due to anxiety. need 2nd opinion?,viral myocarditis can be the root cause with superadded anxiety. consult a physician and get the necessary investigations done.
i have low blood pressure low heart rate tired and lack energy is it normal?,thank you both for your input i will schedule it today.
i have had a pneumonia shot can i get either a sinus infection or walking pneumonia from my 6 year old grand daughter? . and can i be a carrier to others in my age group?,you can always catch an illness from a child but most of these are viral (like colds). your pneumonia shot only protects you from certain types of bacterial pneumonia (pneumococcus). it would not protect you at all from viruses. any respiratory virus can cause pneumonia or sinusitis if you are prone to these types of infections.
i have severe period pains taking mefanamic acid need to solve medical problem for good?,hi. you should avoid taking mefenamic acid for such a long period of time. better if you take anti spasmodics rather than pain killers. pain killers will damage your kidneys and liver. anemia causes dysfuntional bleeding and this in turn causes anemia. this is a vicious cycle and needs to be broken. take hematinics do yoga meditation and build up ur immunity by eating and exercising healthy. get usg abdomen done and do consult a gynecologist. thanks
what does it mean when i have a slight burning sensation when i urinate and i have a white discharge that looks like cum. i also have a slight red blochieness on the tip of my penis too. i have never had this before and iam not sexuall promiscuis,you still could have an infection. prostatitis can cause a milky discharge but so can chlamydia. there are many causes that must be considered from a urinary tract infection (rare in men) to balanitis (the red bloches). see a medical provider so that you can be properly examined diagnosed and treated -- things that cannot be accomplished over the internet.
i’ve been having terrible heart palpitations ended up in the er please help me?,hi you are under lot of anxiety. you need adequate counselling and psychiatry consultation. to rule out any organic pathology you should get your detailed blood investigations done. thanks
is petroleum jelly a good product to use for oiling your scalp?,petroleum jelly is used successfully by many african-americans to help smooth their hair and lock moisture into the scalp. people who should not use petroleum jelly on their scalps are those who already have oily scalp as is seen in cases of seborrheic dermatitis.
i started my first bactrim pill today and now it hurts worse then before when i pee is that normal,bactrim may not work after the first pill. your doctor could have given you some pyridium to help the urinary pain but since he/she did not keep drinking tons of water and take that bactrim as prescribed. unless you had a urine culture there is really no way to know if bactrim was the appropriate antibiotic for this particular uti but if you do not improve or getting worse there is a very good chance that the antibiotic may need to be changed or other causes investigated that can cause uti-like symptoms.
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of mening vac a c y w135 dip (pf)?,if overdose is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
when i stretch my legs or my uper body i get severe pain like charlie horses i cant stretch at all due 2 pain back/legs. i have been diagnosed with lupus and arthritis i had 2 neck surgeries and both shoulders cleaned out with a tear in my left. the neurologist that done my neck surgery said my spine is a complete mess he perform a full mri of my spine and i have some damage at all levels,whenever i get a charlie horse in my calf i flex my foot forward toes toward me heel away from me. this stretch stops my pain immediately. i hope this helps.
i have had chest pains for 4 months for last 2 weeks pain in top of left arm. have family history of angina tried ranitidine and gaviscon,i'm sorry you're experiencing this. you need to get it checked out right away. if the antacids aren't reducing the pain then it may not be caused by heartburn. angina is caused by a reduction in oxygen delivery to the heart muscle which causes pain. do not try to self-diagnose angina. you need to seek professional care as soon as possible. take care!
yesterday i started vomiting and running a fever of 101 f. over 24 hrs later i am experiencing sever abdominal pain.,it could be a virus such as norovirus that comes from food poisoning. because of the severe abdominal pain and because you are not getting better i would go to the er. marieh9
i have pain throughout my body i don’t know what it is?,hi do an esr crp rheumatoid factor and anti-ccp tests to check for rheumatoid arthritis also check tsh t4 and calcium/phosphorus levels for thyroid or parathyroid problems good luck
what is a flare in lupus?,"when lupus symptoms appear it's called a ""flare. "" these signs may come and go. you may have swelling and rashes one week and no symptoms at all the next. learning to recognize that a flare is coming can help you take steps to cope with it. many people feel very tired or have pain a rash a fever stomach discomfort headache or dizziness just before a flare. steps to prevent flares such as limiting the time you spend in the sun and getting enough rest and quiet can also be helpful."
what could my husband take for neuropathy because we can’t afford lyrica?,it sounds like your husband is taking lyrica for diabetic neuropathy. if you have insurance contact your insurance company to receive a list of medications they will cover for this condition. your health care provider can choose the right medication for you. if you do not have insurance check out the lyrica web site at <link> or contact the partnership for prescription assistance at www. pparx. org or by calling 888-477-2669.
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how long should i wait to start taking antibiotic metronidazole if i drank a couple wine coolers friday night. i havent started taking them yet bc i knew i was going to drink that night. i had about 3-4 wine coolers. i just want to be precautious and not puking all ovet the place. i drank them friday night could i start today(sunday) or just wait til monday,yes you can start the medicine today. the alcohol has left the building.
5 year old daughter has leg pain doctors suggested haematology &. serology?,it could be a simple growing pain …esr is a prognostic test not diagnostic aso titre doesnot mean that there is rheumatic activitylet me ask you prescribe for me the pain site character severity when it mostly happens affected parts or joints what increases it and what decreases it and was it followed by tonsillitis what did you do to her to relief the pain and its effect associated with any new skin lesions discoloration any abnormal movements…. is there is limping?
can hpv lay dormant in your system and for how long? . can the virus lay dormant in your system and not show up for years later! im married and have been with the same partner for the last 4 years and all my paps have come back normal until now. this concerns me.,i'm sorry you're dealing with an abnormal pap smear result. before i get to your questions about hpv let's back up for just a moment. an abnormal pap smear does not necessarily indicate you have human papillomavirus (hpv). the pap test specifically screens women for cervical cancer. an abnormal pap result does not mean you have cervical cancer. in fact most abnormal pap test results are not cancer at all. certainly hpv can cause cervical cancer. however you need to receive a special test (not unlike a pap test actually) in which the cells of your cervix are tested for hpv. in answer to your question hpv is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases. the centers for disease control estimate as many as 50% of sexually active men and women get hpv at some point in their lives. often people who are infected with it have no symptoms. so while it's not exactly true to say hpv can lie dormant in your system it is accurate to say you can be infected with hpv and live with it for many years without knowing it. your gynecologist probably will want to discuss your abnormal pap test result with you. when that happens you will have the opportunity to discuss your concerns about hpv. i hope you find this response helpful!
iv been trying to get pregnant my ovulation just ended and im spotting! frustrated. i had a eptopic in may and i had my right tube removed will i ever get pregnant,hi i found this for you it may help in your condition ie i mean getting over your problem. its from the uk nhs. how long it is advisable to wait before you try for another pregnancy will depend on your specific circumstances. your doctor should be able to advise you when (or if) it will be safe to do so. in most cases it is recommended that you wait for at least two full menstrual cycles before trying for another pregnancy as this will allow time for your fallopian tubes to recover. however if you were treated with methotrexate it is usually recommended that you wait at least three months. nevertheless many women are not emotionally ready to try for another pregnancy so soon. your chances of having a successful pregnancy will depend on the underlying health of your fallopian tubes. in general 65% of women achieve a successful pregnancy 18 months after having an ectopic pregnancy. good luck
how do i use foradil capsules with the aerolizer inhaler?,read the step-by-step instructions for using foradil capsules with the aerolizer inhaler in the medication guide given to you by your healthcare provider. do not use foradil unless your healthcare provider has taught you and you understand everything. ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have any questions. children should use foradil aerolizer with an adult's help as instructed by the child's healthcare provider. use foradil aerolizer exactly as prescribed. do not use foradil aerolizer more often than prescribed. for asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd) the usual dose is one foradil capsule inhaled through the aerolizer inhaler twice a day (morning and evening). the two doses should be about 12 hours apart. for preventing exercise-induced bronchospasm the usual dose is one foradil capsule inhaled through the aerolizer inhaler at least 15 minutes before exercise as needed. do not use foradil aerolizer more often than every 12 hours. do not use extra foradil aerolizer before exercise if you already use it twice-a-day. if you miss a dose of foradil aerolizer just skip that dose. take your next dose at your usual time. never take two doses at one time. do not use a spacer device with foradil aerolizer. do not breathe into foradil aerolizer. while you are using foradil aerolizer twice a day do not use other medicines that contain a long-acting beta 2 -agonist (laba) for any reason. other laba medicines include serevent diskus (salmeterol xinofoate inhalation powder) and advair serevent diskus (fluticasone propionate and salmeterol inhalation powder). do not change or stop any of your medicines to control or treat your breathing problems. your healthcare provider will adjust your medicines as needed. make sure you always have a short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine with you. use your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine if you have breathing problems between doses of foradil aerolizer. call your healthcare provider or get medical care right away if: your breathing problems worsen with foradil aerolizer. you need to use your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine more often than usual. your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine does not work as well for you at relieving symptoms. you need to use four or more inhalations of your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine for two or more days in a row. you use one whole canister of your short-acting beta 2 -agonist medicine in eight weeks time. your peak flow meter results decrease. your healthcare provider will tell you the numbers that are right for you. you have asthma and your symptoms do not improve after using foradil aerolizer regularly for one week.
what is symmetrel for parkinson's disease?,symmetrel (amantadine) is a drug that releases the nerve chemical messenger dopamine and is useful in treating parkinson's.
is social media causing sleep problems in college students?,"a new study says the amount of time spent on social networking sites like facebook youtube and linkedin doesn't affect how much sleep college students get each night. i'm very skeptical of this study though i should note that it wasn't done on american students. the very next day i read about another study -- this one done on u. s. soil by the kaiser family foundation -- that states plainly how connected our kids are these days. . a problem? social media is here to stay. but that doesn't mean that parents can't take back the power and instill good habits in their kids when it comes to using social media responsibly. there have been plenty of other studies done to support the idea that all these digital distractions do in fact interfere with a good night's sleep. so with all this in mind i hope that parents increasingly consider establishing better ground rules at home. think about setting ""curfews"" for electronic usage in the power down hour before bedtime. this includes television computer cell phones ipods and portable players like dvds. your teenager might not like it but his or her mind and body (and bed! ) will."
i have high blood pressure. the diet is chicken olive oil raw quail eggs for 10 straight days. can i eat like this? . i'm trying to loss some weight since there are a lot of fat in my stomach. this will be my menu for breakfast lunch and dinner. but for breakfast i will take with bread or rice. i heard that this is a good diet recipe someone lost 14kg in 10 days by doing this. i heard quail eggs and olive oil can reduced blood pressure. can i eat like this? will it effect my blood pressure in a good or bad way?,hi i think you need more help than just a diet see the list below its all of these you need to be doing that’s if you smoke and drink. you can take steps to prevent high blood pressure by: losing weight if you need to exercising regularly eating a healthy diet cutting back if you drink a lot of alcohol stopping smoking cutting down on salt and caffeine for more help have a look on this site for cayenne pepper look up the page on hbp your find it very interesting the link <link> also google natural ways out of hbp on here your find lots of ways you can do it. do hopr this helps you. good luck
i am eligible for medicare on feb. 1. can my company deduct for health insurance that i will never use? . my company is requiring that i be given insurance under the aca. i will be receiving and paying for medicare by february 1 2014. not only that but the plan that my company wants to provide has a deductible of $5 000. if i refuse that same $400 will be deposited into a 401k plan. again keep in mind that i am going to be 65 on feb. 2,medicare counts as qualifying insurance coverage and once you're eligible you won't need any additional insurance. you also have the right to turn down your employer's offer of insurance -- they can't force you to buy it. once you have medicare (make sure you sign up for parts a b and c to be fully covered) you can drop your employer's insurance if you feel the coverage is too expensive for you.
lortab makes my stomach hurt and me itch. percocet didn't give me the same problems. what is the difference?,lorcet contains a different pain medication than percocet so there could be a possibility that you are allergic to the lorcet. stomach upset is common in pain medications so you can also try taking the medication with some food (more of a meal rather than some crackers). i would suggest that you talk to your health care provider about your reaction to lorcet and also let your pharmacist know. they can put a note in your profile about this reaction.
"is breakfast sausage ""unhealthy""?",when shopping for breakfast sausages be sure to compare the number of fat grams on the nutrition facts labels. most of these products can be pretty high in sodium so remember to compare those amounts as well. i recommend breakfast sausages made with turkey. canadian bacon is also a better choice as a lean breakfast meat.
is there a diet that will help with gastritis?,here are a few tips that will help with gastritis. eat smaller more frequent meals. if you are having frequent indigestion eating smaller more frequent meals will help to ease the effects of stomach acid. avoid irritating foods. avoid foods that irritate your stomach especially those that are spicy acidic fried or fatty foods. you might also keep a log of what you eat to find other foods that are irritating. drink alcohol in moderation if at all. excessive use of alcohol can irritate the mucous lining of your stomach. for women limit yourself to one drink a day or two drinks a day if you’re a man. consider switching pain relievers. if you use pain relievers regularly ask your doctor whether acetaminophen (tylenol) may be an option for you. this medication is less likely to irritate your stomach problem. manage stress. stress may make your gastritis symptoms worse. if you have trouble relaxing consider trying calming activities such as meditation yoga and tai chi. for more information visit this link.
my husband is on social security and i opted to take mine early in order to be able to pay for health care. i believe that my state is opting out of medicaid expansion but i need a plan that will not cost more than i can afford. what are my options?,shop your options at healthcare. gov. there you can see what's available and compare plans.
can i take exlax while taking lorazepam,there are no drug interactions between these two very different pharmaceuticals. one is a prescription anti-anxiety agent and the other is for constipation. hopefully they will both do their individual jobs for you.
i'm trying to get pregnant and have been unsuccessful my husband masturbates several times a day is that the problem. my husband and i are trying to get pregnant and have been unsuccessful i have been to the doctor and there are no reasons why i can’t get pregnant. my husband masturbates several times a day could that be the problem?,male masturbation -- especially several times a day -- definitely lowers sperm count and volume so yes i believe this may be one of the underlying problems. see if you can get him to switch to sexual intercourse instead.
i have urination issues. i just finish going and when i stand up i have an urgent need to go again?,com this is what we call urinary retension. it has many causes that needs to be diagnosed with a specialist by examination … drinking plenty of water and you may be able to prevent urinary retention by doing exercises to strengthen the pelvic muscles.
what is considered preexisting condition by travel insurance companies. in april fractured l1 vertebra. in july booked trip as felt fine. in august fractured l2 l3 and l4 vertebrae. doctors insisted i cancel trip. insurance company claiming preexisting condition due to l1 fracture. i don't think so as l1 had healed and i had no way of knowing i'd do something stupid and cause fractures to addi\titional vetebrae.,travel insurance operates under different regulations than other health insurance. however a pre-existing health condition is a condition that you previously had and were treated for. the fact that it's now healed is irrelevant in the insurer's eyes. from your description it sounds like you did fracture your l1 vertebrae prior to applying for coverage. if that's accurate then you do in fact have a pre-existing condition and assuming travel insurers are allowed to consider that when you apply for coverage (insurers of major medical health plans cannot) the insurer could use that to deny you coverage or charge you more for a policy.
is this balanitis? i'm not sexually active. i'm 18. i noticed that the top of my foreskin of my penis was red and swollen. i also saw a little bit of a whitish light beige liquid around the gland. i don't have any pain and i'm not itching. i feel no discomfort at all not even when i urinate. i took a shower cleaned my penis & foreskin & dried it well. i applied cortisone 10 cream. the next morning the outer part of the skin wasn't swollen. but it's still red & the inner part is still a little bit swollen. there's still the white liquid.,don't try and diagnose yourself. you do not have to be sexually-active to get balanitis; children can get it. it is very common in uncircumcised men and boys. hydrocortisone only handles inflammation. it is the cause of the inflammation that needs to be specifically addressed. you could have a yeast infection (monilial balanitis) or even a bacterial secondary infection. this may self-resolve or you may need to see a medical provider so you can be properly examined diagnosed and treated.
unexplained headaches … does mri show problem?,a lesion is an abnormality seen in the mri. it may be nothing at all. as it may be something to deal with. which is why it may be the cause of reduction of use in hand.
i have symptoms like serious forgetfulness lack of motivation sad mood low self- esteem and self- confidence etc. i have symptoms like intense forgetfulness lack of motivation sad mood low self- esteem and self- confidence less active & sleepy and i have slow cognitive functions like difficulty in making decisions and etc. what could be my problem? i'm thinking depression add dementia or etc,it's not uncommon to feel down every now and again. but if these symptoms seem to be present on most days it's time to talk to someone since depression can ruin relationships cause problems at work and make it difficult to overcome serious illnesses. the symptoms of depression can be sneaky disguised as pain a change in appetite forgetfulness disorganization etc you've got many of these symptoms which can affect the quality of your life. untreated depression increases the chance of risky behaviors such as alcohol abuse. it also can ruin relationships cause problems at work make it difficult to overcome serious illnesses and even result in death. there are people willing to help you overcome depression but the first step you have to take on your own is to let someone know how you are feeling. it may help to start by talking to a close friend or family member or call your healthcare provider or your spiritual guide.
do i have a yeast infection?,i could also be jock’s itch which is like a type of athlete’s foot but on your genitals.
what should i do if i have hypothyroidism?,if you are concerned that you may have hypothyroidism you should mention your symptoms to your physician. a simple blood test is the first step in the diagnosis. from there both you and your doctor can decide what the next steps should be. if treatment is warranted it is important for you to let your doctor know of any concerns or questions you have about the options available. remember that thyroid disease is very common and in good hands hypothyroidism is easily addressed and treated.
i have bladder problems difficulty urinating,the bladder sphincter that is meant for maintaining urinary control is under the influence of our body’s autonomous nervous system. sympathetic overacitivity can be a cause for this. a urologist may be of help in prescribing you medicines but bladder training exercises will be very helpful
pregnancy from blowjob kissing licking finger then fingering. gf and i were messing around at home. we are both 19. today after laying around for a bit . she gave me a short blowjob. (didn't cum possibly some pre-cum) we cuddled for about 10 minutes then. i kissed her. for about 5 minutes. i started stimulating her clit and after she was wet . i licked my finger. and went to mess with it some more. she told me to stop after like 5 seconds of that. i never entered the vagina. she is worried she could be pregnant. what are the chances?,hi bb see yes it makes a big difference because it flush's sperm out of you urethra so twice would really do that. but now is the time to get her on some bc this takes away all the stress of baby's the ones you don't want that is. please just think safe sex for both of you. good luck
tests show high levels of creatinine calcium potassium sodium magnesium and phosphorus?,hi there seems to be an underlying auto immune or endocrinological disturbance. consult a endocrinologist/ physician. rarely these variations do occur in normal individuals too. this needs clinical corelation. thanks
i am very sick and i would like to know why do my eyes burn when i am sick?,i can't really answer this very patient-specific question since i do not know anything about you or your medical history nor do i have the ability to examine you. it would not be prudent to blindly guess at a reason or reasons so my suggest would be for you to see a medical provider when this occurs.
why is my nose always stuffed? . i've had a stuffy nose for two months. two months! i've tried sudafed benadryl off brand otc medicine and the benadryl/ibuprofen/sudafed combo. i've tried ziacam nasal spray. i've tried eating tablespoons of cayenne pepper i tried vicks on my chest feet and in my nose. i tried steamy showers and i tried the neti pot alternative (squeeze bottle). after the squeeze bottle now i can't hear out of my right ear. so no my problems are doubled. i cant sleep because i can't breath. please help!,hi have you thought its hay fever? and tried any meds for that? good luck ps hay fever can start at anytime of life.
i have preformed my triglyceride test from lab and result came 278 mg/dl. what should i do. i am 20. i have preformed my triglyceride test from lab and result came 278 mg/dl. what should i do. my age is 20. i was in 13 hours fasting. please guide me.,triglycerides are a type of fat found in your body and your body uses them for energy. high triglyceride levels increase your risk of developing health disease. there is a lot you can do on your own to lower triglygerides. here are some tips below. exercise more often. exercise can play a large role in decreasing triglyceride levels. experts recommend at least 30 minutes of exercise 5 times a week. lose weight. weight loss can be a result from exercise and diet changes. eating fewer calories can help you to lose weight. a diet that is high in fruits vegetables lean proteins and low-fat dairy products can help to decrease your caloric intake. choose healthy fats. eat less unhealthy fats (found in meats butter dairy products) and trans fats (found in processed foods and margarine). healthy fats are found in olive oil nuts and seeds. eating more of these foods are helpful at lower cholesterol. this is because of the omega-3 fatty acids (also found in tuna salmon and mackerel). following this link to other helpful ways to reduce triglyceride levels. triglycerides is a fatty substance in the blood you need to avoid food that is white in color white bread pasta white rice cakes etc. you also need to exercise more often run and work up a sweat at least three times a week you are young so that should work for you to get you're triglycerides in check! i have the same problem but im 50. good luck! hope this will help!
can cheratussin be given to a 4-year-old?,if you are referring to cheratussin ac that is a prescription product and it should not be given to anyone other than the person for whom it was prescribed. if it was prescribed for your 4-year-old it is safe as long as it was prescribed at the proper dose. your pharmacist should check the dose for your child when processing your prescription.
i have a contact lense that has rolled behind my eye. how do i get it out,"i'm sorry to hear you've lost a contact lens in your eye. it's not as uncommon as you might think! the good news is it's impossible for a contact lens to actually get behind your eye. usually what happens when a soft contact lens magically disappears is it gets dislodged from the cornea and stuck under the upper eyelid. sometimes a soft lens can get folded in half so when you eventually find it it may look distorted. you can usually get the lens unstuck by put some wetting solution into your eye and blinking rapidly several time to bring the lens into view. if that doesn't work try adding more wetting solution and gently turning your upper eyelid inside-out. this can ""pop"" the lens away from the upper lid. if none of these solutions work you can always call your eye care professional for more advice or even an exam to find that darn contact lens and get it out! hope this helps!"
what are your top ten sad songs? . destiny - love hurts official lyric video destiny official music singer songwriter and musician from california! see destiny's new music videos on vevo youtube or itunes spotify & more! destinyofficial. com. <link>,please be respectful of this wonderful medical information site and not post advertising or non-medical postings. this takes up valuable space from people with real medical issues that are requesting a response.
what is the environment of people with dementia?,the environment is the physical and interpersonal surroundings that can affect mood and behavior in people with dementia.
if someone is on a cobra plan and they qualify financially for a subsidy do they get this subsidy? . or do they have to join a plan in the marketplace?,you can take advantage of the marketplaces and subsidies and drop your cobra plan.
what are good sources of mixed carbohydrates and where can i learn more?,"i'm not sure what you mean by ""mixed carbohydrates"". many foods contain carbohydrates including grains fruit milk and beans. getting a variety (or mix) of carbohydrates plays an important role in a healthy diet. for more on the different types of carbohydrates and health benefits see this webmd article."
62 yrs. old. having tenderness around my nipple when clothes rub against it; some pain in whole breast. not pregnant. post-menopausal so no periods or pregnancy. it this something to be concerned about? been going on for about 2 months. only happening in one breast.,in all probability what you're experiencing is simply irritation and dryness of the nipple which can be fixed by applying moisturizer. that said the full answer is a bit more complicated. the fact you're having pain throughout the whole breast presents something of a red flag. i'd suggest you see your primary care provider to have this more fully evaluated. obviously you don't want to take any chances that this is something more serious that just dry skin. even if you've had normal mammograms in the past tenderness in the breast is something to get evaluated. with luck it will turn out to be something simple but you'll get some peace of mind by having your health care provider evaluate this. good luck to you! regardless of your age clothes rubbing on your nipples can cause irritation. my wife was having the same problem. i suggested clear double sided tape. as crazy as it sounds it worked.
can you get hpv without having intercourse?,children can get hpv from their mother during a vaginal birth if the mother is infected. hpv on the outside of the skin can be transmitted to others by direct contact during skin-to-skin sexual play. hpv can be contracted from oral sex if one partner has the virus orally. most of the times however hpv that is detected on a woman's cervix has gotten there just one way. through sexual contact.
my nephew who is four years has very bad mood swings and stops what he is doing and starts opening and closing of his hands. he tells his mother that he wants to break her bones and break the house. he goes to the bathroom on the porch and steps in ti and thinks it's funny. he is in time out at school 4 out of 5 days and the daycare provider said he needs to be seen by a doctor. my sister is so frustrated she doesn't know what to do. other things he does is spit at people hit others punches his mom yells a lot calls eveyone stupid says he wants to hurt animals and people. his speech is hard to understand. he starts a conversation and be fore he can finish he'll stop and talk about something completly different. my sister doesn't know what to do. she thinks possible autism. what do you think?,it is very difficult to reach a definitive diagnosis with the information that you have given about your 4 year old nephew but i will still hint at the possibilities. the first possibility to consider is that of disruptive behavioral disorder characterised by destructive and disobedient behaviors as in your nephew like hitting others yelling calling others stupid and missing school 4 out of 5 days. as children age oppositional and defiant behavior may continue and result in children having persisting conflicts with adults and peers at home and at school. the other likely possibility though is that of autism as indicated by stereotyped and repetitive motor mannerisms of opening and closing of hands plus the speech problems like inability to sustain a conversation delay in development of spoken language(as you said that his speech is hard to understand) preoccupation with stereotyped interest(as in going to bathroom on the porch). the other likely possibility is that of premorbid stage of childhood schizophrenia in the form of disorganized speech(before he can finish one talk he stops and talks about something different and completely unrelated) aggressive behaviour disruptive behaviour alternating moods inappropriate to environment school problems etc. the only thing missing is the presence of delusions and hallucinations which usually do not develop before mid adolescence. so it is difficult to commit schizophrenia but still suggestive of premorbid stage suggesting the likelihood of developing into full fledged schizophrenia in adolescent years of life. all above are the likely possibilities only as it is not possible to reach definitive diagnosis without detailed interview of child and parents and observation of the child in person. you must consult your pediatrician for the same as early intervention is always helpful in treating the psychopathology. hope this helps. take care.
i swallowed two plastic fork tines expernicing chest and throat pain. feels like its stuck in my throat. er or wait? . today on my lunch break i accidentally swallowed two plastic fork tines while eating at work. didn't think much of it at first but now i'm having mild chest pain and a fever along with some vomiting. i feel like part of it is caught in my lower throat but was hopeful if i drank enough water i could move it no such luck eight hour s later. should i go to the er?,my friend you have indeed purchased a ticket to the emergency room. please do not wait. also please do not drive yourself. either call 911 or have someone drive you. you don't want to risk having a car accident by driving yourself. don't wait. go now. wishing you well!
i have a defect in the base of my skull need a second medical opinion?,well such surgeries always have post operative complications and are mostly causing irreversible damage. so as long as possible you should avoid surgery. if the csf leak is not active now you can even postpone cisternography. however it can be done to check for any leak in brain of spinal canal as a precaution. hope this helps. regards.
what can i do to help with arthritis in my feet on the bottom of my feet and they hurt badly,it may not be arthritis at all. if it is on the bottom of your feet it could be plantar fascitis. see a podiatrist for a proper examination and treatment which could be as simple as getting different shoes to special orthotics (shoe inserts). arthritis can also be improved by using nsaids (a class of drugs that includes ibuprofen and naproxyn).
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for inguinal hernia?,the diagnosis of inguinal hernia is usually based on your medical history and a physical exam. tests such as ultrasound and ct scans are not usually needed to diagnose an inguinal hernia. in most cases a doctor can identify an inguinal hernia during a physical exam. an examination of urine ( urinalysis ) may be done to rule out a urinary tract infection. a urinary tract infection or kidney stone may cause pain in the groin that can be mistaken for hernia pain. further tests may be done to rule out other conditions that could be contributing to the hernia such as colon or prostate cancer or lung diseases that cause chronic coughing. if surgery is planned other tests may be needed to evaluate the status of any current health problems such as lung heart or bleeding problems. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what can you do for back pain do to the lung cancer,"first let me say i'm sorry to hear you or someone you love is suffering from lung cancer. that's a difficult diagnosis to cope with. it's not uncommon to suffer from back pain due to lung cancer. please talk to your cancer doctor about the medication options available to you to relieve this pain. narcotic medications ranging from pills to patches may be prescribed for severe pain related to cancer. on your own you might try a heating pad set to ""low"" for about 20 minutes at a time. do not place the heating pad directly against the skin because you could get burned. instead place a towel between the heating pad and your skin. if that doesn't work you also may try an icepack. again no more than 20 minutes at a time and never directly touching the skin. sometimes the combination of heat and ice helps relieve pain. the best solution is to speak with your cancer doctor about how to deal with this. if the back pain is a new symptom your health care provider may want to run further tests to determine what's causing it. best wishes to you!"
do you think this is serious? . i am 15 without any past medical history except anxiety. yesterday i woke with a numb leg which still feels numb. i am able to feel other parts of the leg and the numbness is not complete. i can sense things and feel the it just feels weird. i don't have any other symptoms except that today i woke up with a cramp in leg but i don't think it is related since it has happened before. i think numbness is little eased today. i don't feel numbness unless i touch it with a hand. any thing?,we don't think it is serious. it may go away within 2-3 days if it does not consult a doctor.
i have numbness on left side of body cold hands feet heart palpitations?,hi. those signs may indicate either a cardiac or a vascular problem. you should test for ecg and inr lab investigations.
can i stop after the first shot of gardaisil. is it ok. will their be any side effects if i din t take them all. i m 25 years old male. din t like the way my body reacted to the first dose. no after consideration don t want to take the remaining 2. is it ok.,if you do not complete the series you realize that will not have full immunity to this devastating viral infection that could cause cancer in a sexual partner. it is really your choice whether to continue and get the next two shots. you will not have any side effects if you stop.
how can i keep my hair and skin oil-free in the summer?,oily hair is a natural production. if you wash your hair frequently it causes your body to produce more oil. the less you wash it the more the production slows down. ways to absorb body oil is to use baby powder. just use a small amount at the roots and pat the white color out. some hair salons have colored hair powder that can be used if you do not like the white powder. as for the face or skin a light lotion that is less greasy should be applied as a moisturizer. there are also face towelettes that can be used to blot the face and eliminate oil and perspiration.
how are genital herpes diagnosed?,genital herpes is suspected when multiple painful blisters occur in a sexually exposed area. during the initial outbreak fluid from the blisters may be sent to the laboratory to try and culture the virus but cultures only return a positive result in about 50% of those infected. in other words a negative test result from a blister is not as helpful as a positive test result because the test may be a false-negative test. however if a sample of a fluid-filled blister (in the early stage before it dries up and crusts) tests positive for herpes the test result is very reliable. cultures taken during an initial outbreak of the condition are more likely to be positive for the presence of hsv than cultures from subsequent outbreaks. there are also blood tests that can detect antibodies to the herpes viruses that can be useful in some situations. these tests are specific for hsv-1 or hsv-2 and are able to demonstrate that a person has been infected at some point in time with the virus and they may be useful in identifying infection that does not produce characteristic symptoms. however because false-positive results can occur and because the test results are not always clear-cut they are not recommended for routine use in screening low-risk populations for hsv infection. other diagnostic tests such as polymerase chain reaction (pcr) to identify the genetic material of the virus and rapid fluorescent antibody screening tests are used to identify hsv in some laboratories.
fort the last two month i have been devloping bumps on my arms almost look like a insect bite then the itch and hurt. what could it be. it only feels better after i break the skin and fluid is released,it could be hundreds of different dermatological conditions and it would be impossible to blindly guess what you have over the internet. since this has been going on for two months perhaps it is time for you to see a medical professional / dermatologist so that you can be properly examined diagnosed and treated.
can i put rice cereal in my month old sons formula to thicken it up it seems he gets to much air when he drinks. the roof of his mouth is higher then most babies,"no no and no. at one month old your baby is not physically developed enough to ingest cereals yet. when you introduce solid foods too early (and rice cereal constitutes ""solid food"" in baby language) you can increase your baby's risk of developing a food allergy later. it's not uncommon for babies to get gassy when they nurse whether from breast or bottle. if you feel your baby is having problems feeding please call your pediatrician or lactation consultant. they will provide you with all the information you need to make sure your baby gets adequate nutrition that's appropriate for his age. i wish you and your beautiful baby all the best!"
my doctor said to give benedryl to my son for his hives and the babysitter gave him zyrtec. is this an issue? . he has an appointment with the allergy doctor tomorrow to possibly do allergy testing. is it going to cause an issue. he is 4 years old and weighs 34. 8lbs. they gave him 3/4 tsp.,both are antihistamines and both are safe for children of his age if the proper dose is given. zyrtec lasts much longer; benadryl lasts only about four hours.
if a person is taking klonopin but cannot afford it is it better to request lexapro or pristiq from the doctor?,neither lexapro nor pristiq is in the same class as klonopin. you would need to talk to your health-care professional to determine which medication would be best for you.
my pregnant wife took dhea! . my pregnant wife has been taking dhea thinking it was dha! what do i do?,tell the doctor asap!
i had 8 negative pregnancy tests and then 1 positive?,as dr ahmed said tube test is a serious rare but serious possibility if u felt any severe pain in the abdomen check for it. do us as well but as mentioned start with the blood test
after giving birth i have pain during intercourse had first degree tear during birth?,conditions that can cause painful intercourse are. injuries or irritation of the vagina due to any cause infections vaginismus (muscle spasms of the vaginal wall muscles) urinary tract infection it also may suggest abnormalities of the pelvic organs such as endometriosis adhesions or uterine prolapse. so get usg done to rule them out. applying lubricating gels to the outer sexual organs the vulva and labia as well as using lubricating products in the vagina may be helpful.
i suspect my knee pain as calcium deficiency. please advise.,no this is not a calcium deficiency. probably it is prepatellar bursitis. the symptoms of calcium deficiency will not be confined to one knee and it is unusual in young persons. for further information consult an orthopaedician and traumatologist online --> <link>
how can i manage my osteoarthritis and maintain a good attitude?,three kinds of programs help people learn about osteoarthritis and self-care and improve their good-health attitude: patient education programs arthritis self-management programs arthritis support groups. these programs teach people about osteoarthritis and its treatments. they also have clear and long-lasting benefits. people in these programs learn to: exercise and relax talk with their doctor or other health-care providers solve problems. people with osteoarthritis find that self-management programs help them: understand the disease reduce pain while staying active cope with their body mind and emotions have more control over the disease live an active independent life. people with a good-health attitude: focus on what they can do not what they can't do focus on their strengths not their weaknesses break down activities into small tasks that are easy to manage build fitness and healthy eating into their daily routines develop ways to lower and manage stress balance rest with activity develop a support system of family friends and health-care providers.
i have had hidradenitis. are there any new treatments?,the mainstay of treatments are still oral and or topical antibiotics along with benzoyl peroxide washes and topical retinoids. in severe cases a type of surgery called marsupialization can be done to more definitively treat the condition; however there is often scarring from the procedure so it is often reserved for the worst cases. oral isotretinoin is also used with some benefit in getting the condition under control; however topical treatments are needed to maintain clearance over time.
my teen has anxiety which is controlled by medication but dr wants to take him off the medication. why? is this safe? . my son was having hallucinations and was given antipsychotic meds 18 mos ago. 8 mos ago he was dx with anxiety and rx anxiety meds. he hasn't had hallucinations since. 2 months ago dr stopped antipsych meds. he is currently taking anxiety meds. hes doing very well and still no hallucinations. dr wants to lower dose of anxiety meds til he is no longer on med. his anixety was so severe it caused hallucinations. is it possible for a teen to outgrow anxiety to the point no med is necessary?,"i think if "" things"" "" are going well why mess with that. i also believe doctors change treatments that are already working because they maybe are working with { for} different drug - - -companies. $$$$ - - - no im not paranoaid there are ( i guess) some md""s that care for real."
what are some causes of upper right abdominal burning pain. i had a stomach virus i contracted from my grand daughter last weekend and now have continual upper right abdominal burning. it seems worse after eating. before this symptom i felt chest tightness and went to the emergency room. they did an ekg blood work and chest x-rays and said it was probably not cardiac related. pain has gone from chest to left and then right upper abdomen--ant ideas?,"diagnosing your medical condition will require a through patient interview detailing past medical conditions confirming when symptoms first appeared family history age sex medications being taken pain quality (describing your pain as burning after eating may suggest a gastric type of disturbance) and a physical examination. it can be a time consuming challenge to both you and your medical professional to eventually come-up with an accurate diagnosis. one point to note is that some pain can be characterized as ""referred pain"". that is pain originating from one anatomical location but causing pain in another location. a differential type of diagnosing technique may be employed and require more blood studies cardiac testing c. t. scans x-rays and other testing. some common disturbances were addressed in the emergency room but a boatload of other possible medical conditions still remain. upper right abdominal pain can be caused by many medical conditions including: gastric disturbances - pancreatitis irritable bowel syndrome lactose intolerance crohn's disease intestinal obstruction ulcers and others. liver conditions - gallstones viral hepatitis cholecystitis and others. allergic conditions such as angioedema. renal system conditions - kidney stones pyelonephritis and others. cancer - bowel lesions and others. respiratory conditions such as pneumonia. cardiovascular disease - your symptoms will require the painstaking investigative work by a competent and methodical physician. one- by- one all possible causes must be eliminated until only one remains."
my testosterone level is a 9 yet my doctor did not recommend injections. what is going on.?,testosterone is the major male hormone. there are three different types of blood tests that can be used to measure testosterone levels. so the first step in understanding your level is to find out which test was used and the normal range for men in your age group. total testosterone is the most common test used. it measures all the testosterone in your blood. a typical range for men over 19 is 240-950 ng/dl but the results vary depending on the lab used. you can also measure free testosterone. free testosterone is a measure of the testosterone that is not bound to proteins in the blood. a typical range for men is 9-30 ng/dl. obesity affects the level of sex hormone binding proteins so your doctor may order a free testosterone level if you are obese. historically it was thought that only free testosterone was able to exert hormonal effects. we now know that testosterone bound to the protein albumin can also exert effects. bioavailable testosterone measures this level. bioavailable testosterone varies depending on the age of the man. for a man in his 20’s the normal range of bioavailable testosterone would be 83-257 ng/dl but for a man in his 60’s it would be 40-168 ng/dl. normal ranges differ depending on the laboratory used so be sure to discuss with your doctor what is the appropriate normal range for the lab where the test was done. if your testosterone level is low it is important to re-test the level to determine if a lab error or just a daily variation has occurred. the amount of testosterone varies at different times of the day so this is a blood test that needs to be repeated before making medical decisions. it is always important to make sure lab tests correlates with your symptoms. low testosterone levels in men causes decreased sexual desire erectile dysfunction and infertility. however testosterone also has other important functions. it affects behavior muscle mass and bone density. therefore a man with low testosterone can develop osteoporosis. finally in understanding testosterone levels your doctor needs to determine whether the root of the problem is a result of a problem in the testicles where testosterone is produced or if there is a problem in the part of the brain that controls the production of testosterone. measuring lh and fsh hormones produced in the pituitary of the brain will help make that distinction. once this information is available your doctor can decide how you need to be treated. testosterone replacement in the form of a patch gel or injection is usually given. but as with all medications there are cautions. testosterone can increase the size of the prostate and may cause worsening symptoms in men with benign prostatic hypertrophy and aggravate prostate cancer. so talk with your doctor to understand your test and his concerns.
i suspect i have an stis (sexually transmitted infection) i have flesh-colored bump on the right side of my vulva near my vagina,hi unfortunately yes it looks like herpes simplex a blood test can diagnose herpes simplex virus to confirmgood luck
currently i have the pain in the chest and constantly hear the high pitched sound in my right ear?,do you have neck pains? ear pain? dizziness? your symptoms. s may indicate cervical rib. if you can reply with answer we can go further with diagnosis.
i had rash covered my whole stomach now it is on my neck?,hi… let us know that allergy and developing allergy is of no specific age or substance your body can develop allergies to any substance at any time of your life… so what you are describing is a type of allergy/contact dermatitis… so try not to use this substances whether they are metal or whatever for some time and notice what exactly causes your allergy… take an antihistamine as well and try washing the area thoroughly with no soaps or detergents … just water…. regards
what could it mean if urine comes out white and the consistancy is like water mixed with flour? . if the urine touches anything it will bleach the color out of it. it happens every time it is really cold outside cold and rainy. there is also pain when urinating and pain in the kidneys.,you should get that checked out asap. don't sound good.
i’ve been having terrible heart palpitations ended up in the er please help me?,inderal is a beta blocker so that should have helped you. blood tests probably included a tsh test so that should have been ok otherwise medication would have been prescribed. holter and ekg were ok. so that leaves anxiety and panic attacks. ativan was prescribed for that. you should try yoga i believe it can really help you.
what products are good for a woman who’s still getting breakouts but is also seeing the beginnings of wrinkles?,the best products for women that are still breaking out and want to start anti-aging products are those that are labeled “oil free” and don’t contain wax. they typically help prevent acne and are sometimes labeled as “noncomedogenic. ”
i fractured my elbow should i be using an elbow brace,hi there no brace is needed i recommend that you to strengthen your wrist flexiors (common flexor origin muscles ) and your biceps / bracialis muscles strech your triceps good luck
how do you reduce a fever in a toddler? (19 months old). my 19 month old has had a fever going on 2 days now. the highest it's been is 101. 1 and we have given her tylenol to reduce it but it always comes back. also tried a cool wash cloth but she cried and cried during a lukewarm bath. she has very little appetite but she is still drinking juice. after a dosage of tylenol she begins to act normal but after some time will become fussy again. her chest and back as well as her forehead get really warm when the fever returns.,you do not have to treat a fever especially one this low. fever is the body's normal response to fighting off an infection or inflammation. it is okay to give her some ibuprofen (much better than acetaminophen/tylenol) to make her feel better but you do not have to treat a fever. fevers are not only harmless they are therapeutic. the cause of a fever can be in the thousands so please see her medical provider if she continues to be ill after two more days or any time that you feel it is needed.
i developed pneumonia wheezing doctors don’t know what is wrong?,hi in my opinion you could have bronchiectasis or it can be side effects from hypertension drugs and the antidepressants. i recommend a a chest computed tomography and consulting you psychiatrist good luck
intercourse. i have been with my boyfriend for 5 years and i do not enjoy having intercourse. every time he tries i scream /cry that it hurts and i push him away. i've been to gyno 4 times but never gone through a check up because i scream/cry and push the doctor away. also i do not wear tampons. i am not a virgin. i am tired of this problem that is preventing me from living a normal life. someone mentioned hypnotherapy. is that a possible solution? please help!,you must first permit a proper examination so this may involve bringing a trusted friend with you get a compassionate female medical provider and even ask for an anti-anxiety medication before your gynecological visit. this is not an uncommon problem and the causes can be very complex both medical and psychological -- not something that can be easily solved over the internet. the medical name for this condition is dyspareunia. if you are to have a satisfying sexual life it is important that you follow through and see a specialist in this area.
scoliosis in adults. if u had scoliosis as a child and did exercises to help the curvature of the spine can it effect u later in life as an adult? chronic lower back pain?,that depends on the degree and location of the curvature(s). since chronic lower back pain is one of the most common adult complaints it may not be related to adolescent scoliosis at all. most scoliosis curves tend to be higher in the thoracic and upper lumbar area.
i had my genital warts removed by surgical excision 3 days ago how do i know if they're infected. . i have been cleaning with soap and water 2-3 times a day and apply bacitracin as well. i did not get stitches he used silver nitrate to stop the bleeding. in these places it looks as if they're oozing with puss but it seems more gooey and doesn't come off.,"it sounds like you're doing a good job caring for your post-surgical wounds. be sure to keep following all the post-surgical instructions you were given. the risk of infection for your procedure is relatively low. the classic signs of infection are: fever loss of appetite feeling like you're coming down with the flu severe pain/swelling/bleeding in the surgical area. if the ""gooey pus"" you're seeing is yellowish in color chances are good this is not an infection. as the skin heals itself it tends to over-produce protein cells. these cells look kind of yellow gooey and sticky. if that's what you're seeing it's probably a normal part of the healing process. don't scrub these cells off. just gently wash with warm soapy water and rinse well. if your surgeon told you to use antibiotic ointment like bacitracin then continue to do so according to the post-surgical instructions you were given. as your wounds heal you also can apply a vitamin a & vitamin d ointment (often used for diaper rash) to help your skin heal. if you develop a fever or any other signs of a true infection contact your healthcare provider immediately."
my nurse practitioner told me she could no longer get tetracycline. is this true?,unless there was some news that i have not heard tetracycline is still safe and readily available by prescription. you would need to ask her or your pharmacist why she apparently can't get it.
i am restricting food and i've been feeling exhausted as well as having a low pulse. does this mean i'm anorexic? . i still have my period and i haven't been working out that much though.,most helpful answer it is difficult to say whether or not you have anorexia based on the limited information you provide but what you are doing is problematic and could lead to an eating disorder. the signs and symptoms of anorexia include but are not limited to restricting food fear of gaining weight body weight of 85% ideal or less and exercising too much. here are more of the signs including physical symptoms. i suggest you get a physical and take care of yourself. if you are asking the question it is likely you could use some support either form a dietitian or psychologist who specializes in eating disorders. while you may not have an eating disorder disordered eating (eating too much or too little/obsessing about food) is very common and can have negative effects. don't delay getting help! your health and well being depend on it.
i am 52 and have just been diagnosed with parkinson's. how long can a person work before the symptoms get too bad?,"when still working at the muhammad ali center about 10 years ago i asked one of my fellows dr. holly shill to look at our pd population change from diagnosis to 25 years. first thing i want you to notice is that 25-year range. she found after looking at the unified parkinson's disease rating scale in more than 600 patients and 3 000 office visits several important things. 1) diagnosis of pd usually occurred at a score of about 25. 2) levodopa produced about a 12-point benefit a dopamine agonist about an 8-point benefit 3) patients with prominent tremor did better than patients with no tremor. we did not look at gait specifically but we did look at ""disability "" which we defined as 12 hours of effort to get 8 hours of pay. this had nothing to do with a need for a walker or wheelchair. on average people reached this point or a score around 60 at an average of 12. 2 years after diagnosis. i am sorry i cannot give you an average duration to a need for assistance with walking but hope that 12 years to retirement is good news."
healthcare reform. i make too little to qualify at marketplace and too much to qualify for medicaid. what now? . on unemployment since dec. so how do i not qualify for medicaid? they are including my roommate's income who has nothing to do with covering my medical expenses. why do they use household income when not a related family member. i have medical conditions and am desperate to have coverage. can not afford to pay my cobra premium of 500 per mo. beginning april 1.,unfortunately people with low incomes living in states that chose not to expand their medicaid programs like florida are often left without good coverage options just as they were before the affordable care act became law. but you may be misinformed about what you are and are not eligible for. your roommate's income for example doesn't count toward your household income simply because you share a home. you would need to file taxes together in order for your incomes to impact one another for health insurance subsidies. open enrollment is now closed for the year but if you recently lost your job and health insurance you may qualify for a special enrollment period. if you do you might be eligible for private insurance at highly subsidized rates. i suggest you go to healthcare. gov and perhaps pick up the phone to speak with someone to make sure you've explored all of your options.
can eating pumpkin and sunflower seeds benefit my hair health and growth in any way?,there is some basic research and data that suggest that the phytosterols -- including beta-sitosterol that is found in pumpkin seeds -- can block the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (dht). less dht theoretically means less hair follicle miniaturization. however no formal clinical trials have been performed to demonstrate the effectiveness of ingesting phytosterols to promote hair health or growth.
my son was bitten by a spider and now it is red and swollen but doesn't hurt him. what should i do? . the swolleness is the size of an orange but does not hurt him. he doesn't have hives or fever. should i take him to see his pediatrician?,"not knowing the type of spider (venomous or not) or the age/wieght of your son . i would advise you to seek medical care. an area of swelling the ""size of an orange"" is very concerning."
what if i start a new injection within 12 hours of my last injection?,"if you try to inject within 12 hours of your last injection your easypod will display a reminder ""injection completed today. continue? "" select ""yes"" if you wish to continue with the injection."
my potty trained 3 year old wakes at night to pee but does not know she is wetting herself during the day. she does have some accidents at night but wakes most of the time sometimes goes to the toilet during the day but mostly doesn't make it or urinates without knowing ie doesn't move wiggle is unaware until i point it out and say's she hasnt pee'd,i suspect that she does know she is peeing in her pants during the day. she just doesn't care. she is busy playing and it is just easier to pee than interrupt what you are doing. so it back to square one with some remedial training. if she understands money give her a bag of quarters and tell her that she can keep all of the ones that are left at the end of the week. but if she pees in her pants she has to pay you two of the quarters (you can up the price as the training continues). soon she will get the idea. you will need to remind her to pee at least every hour or two so set the timer on the stove to buzz when it is time for her to go pee. if she does give her a quarter for her bag. good luck.
is any exercise safe while taking cipro? how long after 30 days of treatment should i wait before working with weights? . i have been working out for the last 2 years and find myself in decent shape for a 50 year old male. was starting a hardcore workout plan but have stopped. i have been having some urologic issues and after having multiple scans done the doctors are not seeing anything so my doctor has put me on cipro for 30 days. he specifically told me not to lift anything heavy due to possible tendon rupture and from what i see the risk continues even for several months after completing the medication.,i do not know of any contraindications for exercise restriction while anyone is on cipro or for months after. any restrictions that your doctor recommended has nothing to do with the medication but your other health concerns. since i do not know you full medical history it is best to get patient-specific exercise parameters from your doctor -- someone who does have this information.
i am 32yr old male having trouble balancing as i walk. my left side feels heavier than my right,if this situation has come on suddenly and is accompanied by any of these symptoms please seek immediate medical attention: symptoms of stroke. i'm not trying to alarm you in any way but time is of the essence when it comes to stroke. do not think your age means it's impossible to have a stroke. strokes are on the rise among younger people especially those with risk factors such as obesity diabetes or hypertension. i hope this turns out to be nothing but it's better to be safe than sorry. best wishes to you!
had a transvaginal ultrasound done don’t see fetal pole is it normal?,yes its absolutely expected not to have a fetal pole at 5 weeks. the gestational sac is just in the stage of formation. within a week or two as the stage of development progresses the fetal pole will appear. to confirm this get a scan done after next 10 days
can someone who is 15 years old get hepatitis a? . i am a female 15 years old. i am a virgin so there is no possibility of me getting it from sexual contact. he main symptom i have is dark urin but also fatigue. i haven't felt nauseous at all though does that rule me out of having this disease.,allow me to clearly address all of the points included with your question as follows: yes a 15 year old can become a victim of hepatitis a; an individual does not always become nauseous with hepatitis a; dark urine and fatigue are only a few of the possible signs seen with hepatitis a. other symptoms may include poor appetite yellowing of the eyes and/or skin known as jaundice muscular pain fever pain in the right abdominal side and clay colored stools; hepatitis a is not always obtained through sexual contact. hepatitis a is contagious and may be passed on through living in close quarters with an infected person through eating at unsanitary restaurants or having sexual contact with an infected person. dark urine may be a result of taking some medications ingesting various foods liver and kidney disease or urinary infections. because your negative symptoms are limited to having dark urine and fatigue i suspect that a urinary track infection is more likely than having contracted hepatitis a. please consider seeing a physician to have diagnostic testing completed.
can a vinegar and water douch be used in the anus?,most helpful answer hi found you a some links that should help you. <link> this next link goes more for enemas so this conflicts with the link above but do love the idea of using a spray in the above one. <link> this does say about using water and vinegar. and last this one lots of info. <link> just copy links one at a time into google to the www. to open and read. do hope this helps you. good luck for what reason? there is no literature that specifically mentions any problems with doing this so it would not be harmful. it is unnecessary and non-therapeutic however.
i’m have hypothyroidism and losing my hair?,these are after effects of initial hypothyroidism that you had. even though the thyroid hormones are within normal range now it may take time to get the hair back. a trichologist will rule out any other possible causes of hair loss. u can use hair nourishing and growing oils/local creams over the scalp
why does my penis itch? . all right about a month ago my penis started to itch. i figured it was just an allergic reaction or dry skin or something. but after a month i figured something was definitely going on. i started researching on the internet and all fingers point to chlamydia or gonorrhea. i called a clinic and they cant get me in until monday. and its thursday. well i sprayed peroxide into my urethra and all of the symptoms cleared up. hopefully the peroxide got rid of everything without doing any damage.,your penis may be itching simply because you have dry skin down there. it is a common problem and nothing to freak out about. buy yourself some penis health creme (one containing vitamin a e and some shea butter is nice too) and use it every day. your itch should be gone in a few days. get tested regularly for sti's regardless though. it is the smart and responsible thing to do. cheers!
i had yearly pap yesterday doctor says discharge may be yeasty frightened it is cervical cancer?,hi you have no signs of cervical cancer most probably yeast infection i see no reason to worry most likely pap test will come out fine good luck
me and my bf had anal sexe. but when he was about to ejaculate he pulled out but he still ejaculated in that area! help. im a vergin and this first time but idk if the sperm entred my vagina or not. can i get pregnant?,i got freaked out and i jus cleaned it up but not all as i think but when i checked my body after 10mins i found aome sperm near my vagina but idk know if it toched my vagina or not. this suposed to be safe right?
is a fungal toe infection contagious through bathing with another person (e. g. mom & baby? ),transmission by bathing would not be very likely although it can be passed in a shower (you stand on the shower floor and the next person stands there and may get exposed). fungus does pass from person to person but not as easily as people believe. transmission requires close and frequent contact and a person who my be particularly susceptible to getting it.
is it safe to use tampons while having a yeast infection? . i very rarely have yeast infections. i recently took antibiotics and it is the cause of the yeast infection. i took a 3-day dose of difflucan (4 days ago) and the yeast infection is somewhat better but not 100%. am i putting myself at risk of tss or worsening the yeast infection by using tampons?,tampons can be used when you have a vaginal yeast infection. yeast will not predispose you to tss.
how to control premature ejaculation?,i have read and understood your problem. premature ejaculation is very common problem and is usually not associated with any disease. but may be due to anxiety and sometimes however may be problem with prostate gland and thyroid hormone. you can learn to control premature ejaculation by doing this exercise. pull your muscles that you pull at the end of urination for few seconds then release repeat this several times daily. another is stop-start technique: when you feel that you are going to ejaculate stop the sexual stimulation and divert your mind the penis will relax. after sometime start the stimulation again and repeat the procedure. over few months you will gradually increase your ejaculation time. most often it is a chronic problem; you have to take medicines in between and period off medicine. you can apply lignocaine gel to head of penis 10 minutes before sex and wipe it off before starting sex. usually medicines like dapoxetine 60 mg are given two to three hours before sex but you have to get a prescription from your doctor. best wishes. for further information consult a sexologist online --><link>
my period was 3 days early and lasted 3 days but my test were all negative could i be pregnant. i picked up an appetitie. also i've been having this cramp on the right side of my stomach. i took a test 2 weeks ago and it was negative. then i took another one lastnight and it also was negative. i came on my period october 3rd and it ended october 6th. on the 6th i was just spotting. i was originally supposed to come on my period october 6th.,it is sometimes best to wait 5-10 days after your missed period to take a home pregnancy test and get an accurate reading. i feel you on this one as i am going through a similar situation myself. i am going tomorow to be tested with a medical grade test and find out for sure.
is it okay to take acai berry while having diabetes and high blood pressure?,we have a patient here who has two very serious medical conditions; diabetes and high blood pressure. most likely too as a pharmacist i am going to ask on what medications they're on and i guarantee they're on quite a few. with acai berry we don't have any data on whether or not it interacts with medications and when you have something like cardiovascular disease and diabetes it's probably better to be safe than sorry. we have patients who end up taking these products because they think that they're natural and they're safe and they're not going to do anything. well most cases end up in the emergency room.
do you think i have a std? please answer i'm really worried. my bestfriend and i gave eachother blowjobs. we are straight just experimented. we did for a period of time when i was in 8th and he was in 7th. then maybe a little during my freshman summer before my soph year. i never did anything like that with anyone else. i'm a senior now. i had a red bump sore on my penis shaft years ago but not sure when that showed up. also had rash on tops of my hands and feet that i've had for years that the doctor said is contact dermatitus.,hi look if your that worried why you here you should be outside an std/gum clinic waiting to get in there you will get a test if they think you have something or they will test you just to make sure you are clear this is the help you need they will put you straight. ok good luck
can i use benadryl after getting a steroid shot? . i had a rash all over my body. after listening to my breathing my dr. asked if i had trouble breathing. i told him yes. after several more questions he gave me a steroid shot. i had already started on benadryl. should i continue taking it after getting the shot. thanks for you help.,it is okay to take benadryl after a steroid injection.
what are fertility problems?,you may have fertility problems if you have not been able to get pregnant after trying for at least 1 year. another word for this is infertility. infertility may not mean that it is impossible to get pregnant. often couples conceive without help in their second year of trying. some do not succeed but medical treatments help many couples. age is an important factor if you are trying to decide whether to get testing and treatment for fertility problems. a woman is most fertile in her late 20s. after age 35 fertility decreases and the risk of miscarriage goes up. if you are younger than 35 you may want to give yourself more time to get pregnant. if you are 35 or older you may want to get help soon. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i’ve been having progressive symptoms for almost 2 years now doctors don’t know what’s wrong?,i believe u are having an immune deficiency issue …. u need to seek advice of immunologist
is my vertigo related to zoloft withdrawal or an inner ear problem? . i lowered my dose of zoloft from 100 mg to 50 mg ive been on 50 for 3 weeks. i was doing great but yesterday and today ive had really bad vertigo and felt detached. like everything around me is surreal. its affecting my appetite and i get drowsy but when i lay down the vertigo gets worse and feels like bedspins. i don't drink (for years now) and i don't do any drugs. is this vertigo related to zoloft somehow or is it something new in the form of an ear infection? (i do use qtips by the way),vertigo can have hundreds of different causes. it would be impossible to determine a specific cause blindly over the internet. you will need to see your medical provider so you can be properly examined to narrow down the many many possibilities.
if i recently passed a hair follicle drug test dose this mean i will pass a urine drug screen aswell?,only you would really know that possible outcome. if you have been using any type of drug from cannabis to others. and depending on the type and sensitivity of the drug test recent use may be revealed. needless to say the best way to pass a random drug screen is to not use drugs.
how can i convince a reluctant child to get a flu shot?,"""convince"" a reluctant ""child"" to get a flu shot? who is the adult and who is the child. there's no convincing a child. i've seen bribery done. if it was my situation the child would have learned right from the beginning that sometimes we must do things that aren't the most pleasant but will be over soon. never lie to a child and say it won't hurt. there was one thing i taught and allowed my children to do for a shot: either alone or accompanied by me to sing as loud as possible happy birthday. it always worked and they always wanted me to sing along loud. of course the dr. was warned first."
i was able to afford prevastatin without insurance now the price has sored. how can get this drug with out insurance?,look for patient assistance programs. needymeds. org has information on thousands of programs more than 10 000 free low-cost or sliding scale clinics drug discount coupons and nearly 1 000 application assistance programs which help consumers navigate the confusing application process. rxassist. org offers a database of pharmaceutical company programs. look for patient assistance programs. needymeds. org has information on thousands of programs more than 10 000 free low-cost or sliding scale clinics drug discount coupons and nearly 1 000 application assistance programs which help consumers navigate the confusing application process. rxassist. org offers a database of pharmaceutical company programs.
is an pneumonia contagious? if it is how long is the incubation period? . my roommate had an pneumonia a week ago and now me and my other roommate are both getting sick. we both have a cough and i have weezing when i breathe deep and a mild fever. i also have a headache but i was wondering if we could have gotten something from our roommate.,pneumonia itself is not contagious. in other words exposure to someone with pneumonia will not necessarily cause pneumonia in you. but that doesn't mean you can't get sick. pneumonia can be caused by hundreds of different viruses bacteria and even fungi. it is the organism/pathogen that may be contagious not the end-disease caused by that pathogen like pneumonia.
will radiation therapy make me tired?,everyone has a different level of energy so radiation treatment will affect each patient differently. patients frequently experience fatigue after several weeks of treatment. for most patients this fatigue is mild. however a loss of energy may require other patients to change their daily routine. if your doctor thinks it may be necessary for you to limit your activity he or she will discuss it with you. to minimize fatigue while you are receiving radiation treatment: be sure to get enough rest. eat a well-balanced nutritious diet. pace your activities and plan frequent rest periods.
im 15. after i masturbate my penis hurts and feels sore when i get an erection after. im a virgin and tightly cicumcised,give it a rest my friend. the penis is like any other part of the body. it can become bruised (inside) and become sore with use. if you rubbed one of your fingers like that on a regular basis i suspect you could get a sore finger! as you know i cannot examine your sore penis over the internet so if your symptoms persist you will need to have a visit with a medical provider hopefully an understanding (male) provider who can provide you with some confidential advice. because your penis is sore limit your masturbation a bit until your symptoms improve. you can still achieve self-pleasure by being a bit more gentle with your tender part. you might want to look into using a penis health creme my friend. these cremes are made just for guys who masturbate a lot and it will help with soreness chafing and rough or dry skin. easy to use and totally safe too. you should check it out.
i have a reoccurring rash on my penis with no other std symptoms. is it herpes another std or something else? . 8 months ago i had sex and the condom broke. 2-3 weeks later i developed a small rash on the tip of my penis. after two weeks it will go away for about a day or two and then come back. it does not itch hurt burn have discharge no open sores and it is dry. at its worst the rash can turn reddish. can an untreated yeast infection in men continuously come back even if i have not had sex since it first appeared? . i wear compression shorts almost everyday all day. could merely be a skin irritation?,yeast infections when cured should not become recurrent in males. only if one is having constant sex with a partner who does have recurrent infections. now when ever something is wrong. get it looked at. it is not normal to have a rash on your penis. a penis looks a certain way. and any abnormality is just that an abnormality. and if things aren't normal that more often than not means something is wrong. there is a condition not dangerous at all called pearly penile papules. it looks like a rash on ur penis. it can go away and then come back. it does not burn or itch. it just makes it bumpy. that sounds like something u should look into. so don't panic just yet. but get it looked at as soon as you can.
my stomach has gotten really large over the last several months. i exercise 4/5 times a week but i look as if i am 5 mo pergant it seems to be getting larger daily. i am concerned. i have had a large stomach most of my adult life but not this size. help. .,this concerns me too and i want to urge you to make an appointment with your health care provider to have this checked out. it's impossible to say what's going on without doing a physical examination lab work and so on. but the situation you describe doesn't sound normal to me and i think it warrants an investigation. i hope i'm not alarming you. i don't think you need to run to the emergency room or anything like that. there could be a very simple reason why you're experiencing this big belly issue but i don't want you to delay getting checked out by your primary care provider. i wish you all the best! i have the same problem. my doctor order a cat scan but my insurance did not approved it jet. did you find out what was your problem?
i had 2 pregnancy test that were positive. i started bleeding 2 days later like my normal period. can i still be pregnant?,yes you could still be pregnant. some women will have period like symptoms at the beginning of their pregnancy. if you do not have any cramping i wouldn't worry. i would retest and go speak with your doctor right away!
how can exercise affect my mood?,research shows that regular exercise reduces symptoms of moderate depression and enhances psychological fitness. exercise can even produce changes in certain chemical levels in the body which can have an effect on the psychological state. endorphins are hormones in the brain associated with a happy positive feeling. a low level of endorphins is associated with depression. during exercise plasma levels of this substance increase. this may help to ease symptoms of depression. a national health and nutrition survey found that physically active people were half as likely to be depressed. exercise also boosts the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain. neurotransmitters are chemicals that send specific messages from one brain cell to another. though only a small percentage of all serotonin is located in the brain this neurotransmitter is thought to play a key role in keeping your mood calm.
my boyfriend says that he can feel it when my period is about to come on says his stomach feels funny. is this true?,"i don't know what he is feeling but there is no empirical evidence that another person can ""feel"" when someone else is premenstrual. there are other signs of course but i have never heard that a boyfriend would feel it in his stomach."
amber colored urine? dehydration? . i had 3 cups of coffee and a red bull today all in 4 hours. the first time i urinated it was an amber color. then i got worried and drank a lot of water and now my urine is back to normal (light yellow). this only happened once after drinking all that caffeine.,more concentrated urine in the bladder can be darker. as long as your urine returned to a more-normal light yellow color after you drank more water there is no need to be concerned.
what is the outlook for children with arthritis?,"with proper therapy the children with arthritis will usually improve over time. indeed the vast majority of children with arthritis grow up to lead normal lives without significant difficulty. even for severe cases with proper medications proper physical and occupational therapy and proper surgery if necessary virtually no one with arthritis should need a wheelchair. everyone's doctor knows stories of children who looked awful but did very well or looked like it was ""nothing serious "" who became very sick. but these are the rare exceptions. there are many recent significant improvements in treating children with arthritis. for over 95% of the children with arthritis today we don't need new drugs or miraculous inventions. we just need proper application of the resources we already have. there are three important things for every child or adolescent with arthritis. first is proper recognition and diagnosis of the disease. second is proper treatment by an experienced physician with multidisciplinary support including physical and occupational therapists and orthopedic surgeons. third is proper education of the patient and family. people with arthritis are no different than everyone else in the world. they all need to grow up have jobs get married and have families. some will have some difficulty with mechanical problems. many will have small things they can't do if you watch them carefully. few will go on to be professional athletes or military officers but even fewer will be ""totally disabled"" by their disease. there are far more children who are disabled because they are told they couldn't do things than children who are really disabled by their disease. we should never accept a child with arthritis being told to use a wheelchair. in almost every case it is hoped that we will be able to correct the problem and get them walking again. this is why educating the public and physicians is so important. it must be appreciated that children can develop arthritis and must be properly diagnosed and treated. each child should be able to reach his or her full potential. children with arthritis should be treated just like everyone else. they need the same discipline the same allowance the same grades and the same respect as all the other children. arthritis might affect the body but it must never be allowed to affect the mind."
i am five and a half months pregnant and take xanax. can this drug harm the fetus and how do i taper off my dosage?,the u. s. food and drug administration (fda) assigns a category system to classify the possible risks to a fetus when a specific medicine is taken during pregnancy. xanax and its generic (alprazolam) have been assigned pregnancy category d meaning this class of medication have shown clear evidence of risk to the fetus in studies. pregnancy category d is a stronger warning class than pregnancy categories c or b classifications. a pregnancy category d medicine may still be given to a pregnant woman if the health care provider believes that the benefits to the woman outweigh the possible risks to the unborn child. i would not just stop taking the medication if you are concerned that you may be causing harm to your baby. work with your health care provider to decide whether you should be taking the medication. if you reach a decision to not take the medication any longer work with your provider or pharmacist to taper (decrease gradually) the dose to take and to prevent withdrawal symptoms. common withdrawal symptoms consist of but are not limited to nausea vomiting diarrhea increased heart rate palpitations hallucinations memory loss confusion panic attacks seizures dizziness headaches depression and insomnia. it is important to work with your health care provider to make sure you are getting the best care possible. one side effect is clef lip to your unborn child
what medications and treatments are available to treat chlamydia?,antibiotic treatment when taken exactly as directed normally cures chlamydia infections. if antibiotics are not taken properly the infection will not be cured. prompt treatment prevents the spread of the infection and reduces the risk of complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease (pid). avoid sexual contact or use condoms until you and your partner have finished the full course of medicine. medication choices antibiotics what to think about call your doctor if symptoms continue or new symptoms develop 3 to 4 weeks after treatment. to prevent reinfection your sex partners need to be tested and treated. treatment in a hospital with intravenous (iv) medicines may be needed for women who have pelvic inflammatory disease (pid) and men who have epididymitis. in many cases these conditions can be treated outside of the hospital with oral antibiotics and close follow-up by your doctor. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
how should doctors dose antidepressants?,you can also advocate for yourself once you know this. 1. start at a dose lower than that usually advocated by the fda. do this for a few days to get your body and brain used to [the drug] in order to hopefully lower your side effect risks. 2. increase and take the lowest fda dose for four to six weeks. 3. if you are not better increase to the middle dose for four to six weeks. 4. if you are not better increase to the highest fda dose for four to six weeks. if you and your doctor accomplish this then you have had a 'full trial' of the antidepressant. if the full trial has failed ask your doctor for another similar trial ideally of an antidepressant [that] works on a different set of neurotransmitters. do not stay on the same low dosed antidepressant for several months if it is not helping.
a rash is appearing all over my body. started upper arms then back now penis concerned because i had unprotected sex. concerned about hiv,it is not possible to determine the nature of a rash based on a vague description so you will need to see a medical provider so you can have this all-over rash properly examined diagnosed and treated. since you are concerned that this could be a consequence of unprotected sex seeing a medical provider is even more important. if necessary the medical provider can test you for hiv and other sexually-transmitted diseases. you should get tested. but you might just have dry skin. this is very common. as far as the penis is concerned you should use a creme called man1 man oil. it is the best penis skin moisturizer around and will keep things in good shape down there. i've used it for years and i love it. good luck.
so i have this hard lump in my breast and i'm not sure what it could be? . it's only in my right breast and it's been there for about 6 months and it's lumpy when i raise my arms up you can tell the difference in shape from my left breast i squeezed my right breast the other night and had some clear brownish fluid come out but nothing since then and my nipples itch like crazy i'm 24 years old i found out very aggressive breast and ovarian cancer runs in his family and the woman very rarely make it through the cancer i don't think it's cancer can some one help?,i can help you with advice but unfortunately a brief description is not sufficient to be able to offer you a definite answer as to the nature of your breast lump. you will need to see your medical provider for a careful examination and perhaps some imaging studies. many lumps on younger women are cysts but this important call cannot be made blindly. you must have a proper examination.
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for shingles?,doctors can usually identify shingles when they see an area of rash around the left or right side of your body. if a diagnosis of shingles is not clear your doctor may order lab tests most commonly herpes tests on cells taken from a blister. if there is reason to think that shingles is present your doctor may not wait to perform tests before treating you with antiviral medicines. early treatment may help shorten the length of the illness and prevent complications such as postherpetic neuralgia. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
if you have genital herpes will you only get sores on genital area or also on face/mouth?,typically each kind of herpes stays with it's area. so if you have oral herpes it doesn't spread to the genitals and vice versa. however a huge percentage of people get cold sores which is a mild non harmful condition caused by herpes simplex 1 so it might look like the genital herpes might have spread.
"planning to have a baby should i have sex ""everyday"" on my wife's fertile days? my semen vol drops below 2ml if everyday. my semen volume is usually 2. 5 ml if the gap between two ejaculations is 2 days or more bu if it occurs everyday it drops below 2 ml which im afraid that it might be low for conception. also only the first spurt of semen is thin with a white tint but the rest of the ejaculate looks normal.",pregnancy is really about numbers: one of your wife's eggs available for fertilization (at the time of ovulation) and a few hundred million of your sperm waiting around for that egg to emerge. the odd are really in favor of fertilization in most cases. having sex everyday is just fine. you don't really have to wait and store up a volume of semen (the bulk of an ejaculation is not sperm but semen from the prostate gland). the more sperm that is ready and waiting the better. the color or consistency is not something you should worry about. the semen really needs to be where you can't see it if you know what i mean. assuming everything is in order the frequency that you have sex the volume of your semen will not be a major factor in achieving a successful pregnancy but you do have to have sex so get off of the computer and go for it.
can you take benadryl and claritin together?,it is usually not necessary to take two antihistamines on the same day but there are exceptions. claritin is given once per day but depending on the time you took it it could be wearing off around bedtime for instance. since benadryl can be very sedatiing and only lasts for about 4 hours a person could take it even though the claritin was still on-board.
i am a collegiate baseball pitcher and i would like to increase my velocity. what are some safe vitamins or supplements i could take to increase muscle mass and endurance?,regular over the counter vitamins and balanced diet and lifestyle is all you need. avoid cheap publicity stunts claiming to increase endurance etc as none of these are legal and healthy. stick to natural ways and exercise and keep doing it as they say try try again. i hope it helps. stay in touch with your healthcare provider for further guidance as our answers are just for education and counselling purposes and cannot be an alternative to actual visit to a doctor. take care khan
pain behind right eye blurriness headache sinus pain?,in my opinion it is acute sinusitis first avoid sleeping on your right side second use amoxicillin and benadrylgood luck
i had a problem during a workout(bench press) where i pushed too hard and tore a rotator cuff?,rotator cuff tears can be treated with non surgical. means with the help of anti inflammatory painkillers muscle relaxant steroid injections and physiotherapy. as 90% pain is gone it is a good sign. continue with physiotherapy and if needed apply muscle relaxant gels and take a combination of painkillers and muscle relaxant. avoid heavy work load. hope this helps.
is olive oil good for dermatitis,"it depends on the type of dermatitis. the word ""dermatitis"" is very vague and only means inflammation of the skin. there can thousands of types of dermatitis."
can a parent take away birth control,a parent can take birth control (pills? ) away from an under-age child (if they find them) but the child can just go out to planned parenthood or other clinic and get them again without parental permission. taking away birth control pills does not keep a young woman from having sex so the parent should be very cautious about doing this. as a matter of fact they should be proud that their teenage daughter has taken the initiative in preventing an unwanted pregnancy. it is time for the child and the parent to have a good talk. also remember that not all birth control prescriptions are for contraception. they are also used to help regulate menstrual cycles prevent ovarian cysts and to treat acne.
put eardrops in ear after having the flu (ear felt muffled) after putting my ear drops in my hearing has became worse? . i've approaching the end of having flu most symptoms have gone. however i felt like my hearing in my left ear had become muffled. i bought some 'olive oil eardrops' in hope that it would fix my hearing after putting them in earlier today almost instantly my hearing became worse and it is now almost completely deaf in that ear. i can't seem to get the oil out at all i'm panicking because it has made my hearing even worse. i can't hear any fizzing/crackling nor can i hear anything moving.,i can't examine your ear over the internet but i suspect your olive oil-based ear drops have softened/liquefied your ear wax to the point where you now have a complete blockage lying against your eardrum. if you are not having any ear pain or signs of an ear infection you can safely wash out your ear with a gentle stream of warm water (you can use an ear syringe or the shower). this will likely dislodge this waxy mass and your hearing will be miraculously improved. do not use q-tips or you will pack the wax in more tightly.
is it possible that trichomoniasis can develop in men from a prostate infection?,you can certainly get trichomoniasis from a man (it lives in the urinary tract) but this parasite will not really cause prostate infections. the prostate infection was likely due to another pathogen.
what are the different types of eczema?,"atopic dermatitis atopic dermatitis is a chronic skin disease characterized by itchy inflamed skin and is the most common cause of eczema. factors that may cause atopic dermatitis (allergens) include environmental factors like molds pollen or pollutants; contact irritants like soaps detergents nickel (in jewelry) or perfumes; food allergies; or other allergies. when the disease starts in infancy it is sometimes termed infantile eczema. atopic dermatitis tends to run in families and people who develop the condition often have a family history of other allergic conditions such as asthma or hay fever. contact eczema contact eczema (contact dermatitis) is a localized reaction that includes redness itching and burning in areas where the skin has come into contact with an allergen (an allergy-causing substance to which an individual is sensitized) or with a general irritant such as an acid a cleaning agent or other chemical. due to the vast number of substances with which individuals have contact it can be difficult to determine the trigger for contact dermatitis. the condition is sometimes referred to as allergic contact eczema. skin reactions to poison ivy and poison sumac are examples of allergic contact eczema. people who have a history of allergies have an increased risk for developing contact eczema. seborrheic eczema seborrheic eczema (seborrheic dermatitis) is a form of skin inflammation of unknown cause. the signs and symptoms of seborrheic eczema include yellowish oily scaly patches of skin on the scalp face and occasionally other parts of the body. dandruff and ""cradle cap"" in infants are examples of seborrheic eczema. this condition tends to run in families. emotional stress oily skin infrequent shampooing and weather conditions may all increase a person's risk of developing seborrheic eczema. nummular eczema nummular eczema (nummular dermatitis) is characterized by coin-shaped patches of irritated skin -- most commonly located on the arms back buttocks and lower legs -- that may be crusted scaling and extremely itchy. this form of eczema is relatively uncommon and occurs most frequently in elderly men. nummular eczema is usually a chronic condition. a personal or family history of atopic dermatitis asthma or allergies increases the risk of developing the condition. neurodermatitis neurodermatitis also known as lichen simplex chronicus is a chronic skin inflammation caused by a scratch-itch cycle that begins with a localized itch (such as an insect bite) that becomes intensely irritated when scratched. women are more commonly affected by neurodermatitis than men and the condition is most frequent in people 20-50 years of age. this form of eczema results in scaly patches of skin on the head lower legs wrists or forearms. stasis dermatitis stasis dermatitis is a skin irritation on the lower legs generally related to the circulatory problem known as venous insufficiency in which the function of the valves within the veins has been compromised. stasis dermatitis occurs almost exclusively in middle-aged and elderly people with approximately 6%-7% of the population over 50 years of age being affected by the condition. symptoms include itching and/or reddish-brown discoloration of the skin on one or both legs. dyshidrotic eczema dyshidrotic eczema (dyshidrotic dermatitis) is an irritation of the skin on the palms of hands and soles of the feet characterized by clear deep blisters that itch and burn. the cause of dyshidrotic eczema is unknown. this form of eczema occurs in up to 20% of people with hand eczema and is more common during the spring and summer months and in warmer climates."
i've had a cold for about a week and a half and its not going away? i think its a cold anyway. symptoms are runny/stuffy nose coughing plugged ears i have asmtha,hi summer is not a good time to get a cold they are real buggers to shake off it will take time just live with and slowly it will go. good luck but try this a good old cheese and onion sandwich could work wonders for you keep the cheese thick and the onion as well eat these 3 times a day the last one just before going to bed. for that extra kick slice some garlic into them.
i have had an ear ache for over 24 hours. i actually cried myself to sleep last night from the sharp pain. please help? . things tried:. ibuprofen did nothing at all. benadryl also did nothing at all. hot cloth / hot shower no relief. hyland's eardrops nothing.,most helpful answer how about seeing a medical provider today so you can be properly examined diagnosed and treated. you may need a prescription antibiotic.
what is causing my daughter to have abdominal pain vomiting and hives?,i don't know. i do not know anything about your daughter; not even her age and more importantly. i have no way of examining her over the internet take a detailed medical history or run any diagnostic tests. you will need to have your daughter examined by a medical professional.
near constant periods on birth control? . i started lo loestrin fe on january 8. this was the first day of my period. i was on my period until january 22 - too long. i wasn't due to get my period again until february 3 per the pills. well i'm bleeding again - like a regular period and i'm also having cramps. i understand that some irregular bleeding is normal when first starting birth control but this is ridiculous. my doctor told me to give it 3 months but i can't deal with this for 3 months. what should i do and is this normal?,no it is not normal. and three months is long enough to have bleeding while on the birth control pill. basically you may need a higher dose pill to control this breakthrough bleeding. if you primary care medical provider is not experienced in doing these adjustments see a gynecologist to get you started on a different oral contraceptive. this can be fixed.
after i have been cured of hepatitis c am i able to be a blood donor?,i'm sorry to tell you but you are unable to donate blood. the red cross does not allow anyone who has ever tested positive for hep b or c to donate blood. <link>
how is anemia diagnosed?,to diagnose anemia your doctor will likely ask you about your medical history perform a physical exam and order blood tests. you can help by providing detailed answers about your symptoms family medical history diet medications you take alcohol intake and ethnic background. your doctor will look for symptoms of anemia and other physical clues that might point to a cause. there are basically three different causes of anemia: blood loss; decreased or faulty red blood cell production; or destruction of red blood cells. blood tests will not only confirm the diagnosis of anemia but also help point to the underlying condition. tests might include: complete blood count (cbc) which determines the number size volume and hemoglobin content of red blood cells blood iron level and your serum ferritin level the best indicators of your body's total iron stores levels of vitamin b12 and folate vitamins necessary for red blood cell production special blood tests to detect rare causes of anemia such as an immune attack on your red blood cells red blood cell fragility and defects of enzymes hemoglobin and clotting reticulocyte count bilirubin and other blood and urine tests to determine if you have a hemolytic anemia where your red blood cells have a shortened life span. only in rare cases will a doctor need to remove a sample of bone marrow to determine the cause of your anemia.
i have a rash on my arms hands and back. it seems to be an allergic reaction. i’m 5 months pregnant; what i can do? . the place we are staying has bed bugs but i don’t think that is what it is. it is too spread out and is very itchy. it looks like a lot of bite marks.,"one of the questions i have to ask is ""how long have you had the rash? "" sometimes people break out from foods new laundry detergents or new soap. this could be a possible cause if it not due to the bed bugs. due to the fact you're pregnant i would recommend using a colloidal oatmeal bath like aveeno and if it continues see your health care provider."
could you help me in this? . so i have cold which makes me cough. i had little orange juice in my mouth and i felt like coughing from cold so i took a deep breath and coughed once. do you think that some parts of orange juice might have gone the wrong way during this? i didn't feel like choking and i didn't cough more.,no don't worry it could be a normal cough reflex. next time be careful while swallowing or drinking.
how do i find a broker who handles individual health insurance coverage in new york? . would a health navigator provide the same function? i am currently on a direct pay plan for individual coverage and need to find a new plan for january. i'm confused by all the options and networks (none of which have all my doctors).,to find a broker who can help you buy a plan through the marketplace check the national association of health underwriters webside at nahu. org. you can search a listing of brokers operating in new york.
what happens to someone when they get bacterial vaginosis?,bacterial vaginosis often clears up on its own. but in some women it doesn't go away on its own and for many women it comes back after it has cleared up. antibiotic treatment works for some women but not others. about 1 out of 4 women find that bacterial vaginosis clears up without medicine after a week. 1 bacterial vaginosis recurs in about 1 out of 3 treated women. 2 complications your risk of complications from bacterial vaginosis is higher: during pregnancy. compared to pregnant women who don't have it women who have bacterial vaginosis during pregnancy have a higher risk of early (preterm) delivery or uterine infection after pregnancy. also pregnant women may have an increased risk of miscarriage. after gynecological surgery. women with bacterial vaginosis at the time of an invasive vaginal procedure have an increased risk of developing more serious infection or inflammation such as pelvic inflammatory disease (pid) or endometritis. surgical procedures linked to bacterial vaginosis-related infection include endometrial biopsy surgical abortion hysterectomy intrauterine device (iud) placement cesarean section dilation and curettage (d&amp;c) and an x-ray test that examines the inside of the uterus the fallopian tubes and surrounding area ( hysterosalpingography ). 4 when exposed to hiv or other sexually transmitted diseases. women who have bacterial vaginosis when they are exposed to sexually transmitted diseases (including hiv ) have an increased risk of becoming infected with the sexually transmitted disease. 1 webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
how do i straighten a bent nose without surgery? . <link> my nose is bent to the right how can i fix it without surgery? . i'm 13 and my nose has been bent for two years a few weeks ago i couldn't breath properly so i went to my doctor i was given nasal spray which helped but now i want to straighten my nose without surgery.,i do not believe there are any non-surgical methods to straighten out a crooked nose so save your money for the friendly neighborhood plastic surgeon for a rhinoplasty (nose job).
do ace inhibitors cause weight gain? . long term user of ace inhibitor and have gained a lot of weight. is there a connection.,weight gain is not a common side effect of ace inhibitors. i suggest you see a registered dietitian to help you figure out the source of your weight gain. see this article for more on ace inhibitors.
do i need to be concerned about nutritional deficiencies in my diet because of ulcerative colitis?,severe nutritional deficiencies are typically associated with crohn's disease which affects the small intestine where most nutrients are absorbed. because ulcerative colitis affects the large intestine it can cause severe and sometimes bloody diarrhea putting patients at risk for iron deficiency and anemia. you can measure your iron level with a simple blood test. ulcerative colitis can also deplete stores of folate. that's especially dangerous for women of child-bearing age since folate deficiency is linked to birth defects. fluid loss from diarrhea can also cause electrolyte imbalances.
what are the symptoms of colitis?,inflammation of the colon causes the muscle layers to go into intermittent spasm and cause cramp-like pain which is pain that comes and goes. the pain usually is in the lower abdomen. since the muscles fail to contract in a normal pattern and the colonic contents move through the colon rapidly there is little opportunity for water to be reabsorbed. this leads to watery diarrhea. if the lining of the colon is inflamed and breaks down bleeding may occur. with colitis particularly colitis involving the distal colon (rectum and sigmoid colon) the pain often crescendos and precedes a diarrheal bowel movement. after the bowel movement the pain may relent but then returns with the next episode. depending upon the cause of the colitis fever and possibly malaise may be present.
how to remove pimples and the scars on my face?,pimple is somewhat hormonal and due to oily skin. remember the following measures to control pimples. do not use hair oil and avoid oily foods chocolates and milk products. do not use any steroid creams. face wash and soaps are not the treatment and they do not help. do not touch the acne and avoid pressing it. regarding treatment of pimple i suggest clindamycin (clintop faceclin or clear gel). this is more of preventive and curative so i tell patients to use it all over face in the morning and use adapalene gel (adapalene or differin) over acne in the night. i also suggest you to take tablet doxy (doxycycline) 100 mg once in a day. consult your doctor discuss with him/her and take the medicine with consent. if you have acne marks avoid direct sunlight exposure as much as you can. wear sunglass cap and cover exposed part of your body all the time use sunscreen thrice in a day such as 10 am 12 pm and 3 pm. it has to be applied all over the face. sunscreen spf (sun protection factor) should be around 50. use anti-pigmentation cream over pigmented parts like kojic acid hydroquinone depiwhite cream etc. in the night. ideal treatment is glycolic acid peels. sittings of six to eight peels must be required. post acne scars are three types. box scar ice-pick (pinpoint scars) and rolling scars. pinpoint scars are difficult to treat while box scars are easy. no cream or tablet can help you out in scars. best technique is co2 fractional laser and subscision. it takes five to six sitting but results are better than any other procedure. dermaroller and subscision are also other methods but less effective than the above. fillers do have hiding effect. it fills the pits and gives impression of fullness and it is not permanent. if scars are not much prominent then peels also could be effective. these are technique you can go through. all procedures take four to five sitting and five to six months for better results. for further information consult a dermatologist online --> <link>
what so you do when a ear is bleeding after using a q-tip when you felt like something was inside,one of the first things to do is throw away those q-tips and never use them again. one possible cause of bleeding after a q-tip use would be a ruptured eardrum or an abrasion/scratch in the sensitive ear canal area. pimples can also form in the ear canal. it would take a hands-on otoscopic examination by a medical provider to know the exact source and how to treat it. since your original feeling was that there was something inside your ear canal this would be another reason to be examined. a traumatic rupture of the eardrum should this be the cause can take several weeks to heal (depending on the size of the rupture). ear canal abrasions heal quicker but can become infected. ear pain would be one clinical sign of an infection that you should look for.
how long does residual sperm live on the penis? . i had masturbated at about 12pm and i had unprotected sex at about 8:30 pm should i be worried about my girlfriend getting pregnant?,no not if you urinated between the time you masturbated and when you had sex. sperm will die as soon as it dries but you want to make sure your pre-cum isn't carrying any live sperm. if you urinate though usually that flushes the urethra. still you are playing with fire and asking for trouble. at the very least invest in some condoms.
why am i getting red faced when i am in new social situations? . i'm a 17 year old male and am noticing that i am involuntarily blushin alot. if i like a girl someone makes fun of me don't want to be called on in class upset hot cold. i hate it. it is killing my confidence. what can i do?,hi yes i do know what you mean had the same for years as a teenager and could carry on into adulthood. have a look at this link it could help you. the link <link> just copy it into google. look it cant be that bad your on here asking for help now that's a big step forward. do hope it helps. good luck
red shiny penile skin after cortisone use. i used cortisone cream for a few weeks for dermatitis on my penis and the rash cleared up but my skin looks tight and shiny now. my dr. said to use vitamin e - i am wondering if a penis health cream (man1 man oil? ) would do the trick.?,yea. man1 man oil will help for sure. it is made just for penis skin irritation and contains not only vitamin e but a b5 c and d too. apply it once a day for a while and your skin will return to normal. you can get it online. good luck to you.
i have undifferentiated connective tissue disease. brain mri shows white spots?,these white spots are neural canals with cerebrospinal fluid. these are normal. may be u can post other mri slices where some abnormality can be picked up. further blood investigations may be needed to decide future line of management
what are the screening tests for prostate cancer?,screening tests are those that are done at regular intervals to detect a disease such as prostate cancer at an early stage. if the result of a screening test is normal the disease is presumed not to be present. if a screening test is abnormal the disease is then suspected to be present and further tests usually are needed to confirm the suspicion (that is to make the diagnosis definitively). prostate cancer usually is suspected initially because of an abnormality of one or both of the two screening tests that are used to detect prostate cancer. these screening tests are a digital rectal examination and a blood test called the prostate specific antigen (psa). in the digital rectal examination the doctor feels (palpates) the prostate gland with his gloved index finger in the rectum to detect abnormalities of the gland. thus a lump irregularity or hardness felt on the surface of the gland is a finding that is suspicious for prostate cancer. accordingly doctors usually recommend doing a digital rectal examination in men age 40 and over. the psa test is a simple reproducible and relatively accurate blood test. it is used to detect a protein (the prostate specific antigen) that is released from the prostate gland into the blood. the psa level is usually higher than 4ng/ml in people with prostate cancer than in people without the cancer. situations of large prostate size infection and inflammation are other reasons why the psa may be elevated. the psa therefore is valuable as a screening test for prostate cancer. accordingly doctors usually recommend doing a psa in men age 40 and over. subsequent screening is recommended based on individual preference and assessment of risk for developing prostate cancer. for example patients with a high risk of developing prostate cancer due to a family history or a high initial psa should have more frequent evaluation (usually annually). although still considered controversial most urologists recommend regular screening for prostate cancer in men who are likely to live for more than 10 years. the american urological association (aua) issued their latest guidelines for prostate cancer in 2009. according to these men at the age of 40 should be offered a baseline psa test and a prostate exam (digital rectal exam or dre) to ascertain the risk of prostate cancer. subsequent screening and tests may be performed according to the findings on this initial evaluation and an individual's risk of getting the disease on the basis of other factors such as race ethnicity and family history of prostate cancer. as mentioned most urologists currently would advise some form of screening in men with a life expectancy greater than 10 years. most frequently it would be performed on an annual basis. although there is no definite cutoff age to stop prostate cancer screening most physicians would rarely screen men more than 75 years of age for this disease. results of the psa test under 4 nanograms per milliliter of blood are generally considered normal. there is a recent trend however to perform prostate biopsy in all patients with a psa more than 2. 5 ng/ml in order to detect prostate cancer at an earlier (and hopefully completely curable) stage. the american urological association guidelines (2009) do not define a definite cutoff point but advise that all the other risk factors for prostate cancer should be taken into account while making a decision on whether to proceed for a biopsy. one of the important factors that needs to be considered is the rate at which the psa value has increased over time on repeated measurements (psa velocity). results between 4 and 10 are considered borderline. these borderline values are interpreted in the context of the patient's age symptoms signs family history and changes in the psa levels over time. results higher than 10 are considered abnormal suggesting the possibility of prostate cancer. it has been shown that the higher the psa value the more likely the diagnosis of prostate cancer. moreover the level of psa tends to increase when the cancer has progressed from organ-confined prostate cancer to local spread to distant (metastatic) spread. very high values such as 30 or 40 and over are usually caused by prostate cancer.
i have high blood pressure medication makes me tired want to stop meds,hi. once you start taking blood pressure tablets these cannot be stopped they can only be changed or the dosage can be reduced. you can ask your doctor to give only one tablet with minimum dosage. stopping medicines alltogether is risky and will have serious side effects later. thanks
what can i expect during week 26 of my pregnancy?,baby : your baby measures about 9. 2 inches from crown to rump and weighs almost 2 pounds now. its hearing is fully developed. as the fetus reacts to sounds its pulse increases. your baby will even move in rhythm to music. lungs are still growing but are not yet mature. patterns of your baby's brain waves appear like a full-term newborn. it also has patterns of sleeping and waking. mom-to-be : the baby's constant movements should be reassuring. you'll be putting on weight at the rate of about 1 pound per week now. you may be feeling some rib pain as your baby grows and pushes upward on your rib cage. the pressure may also be causing indigestion and heartburn. you may even be feeling stitch-like pains down the sides of your abdomen as your uterine muscle stretches. tip of the week : if you're planning to return to work you might want to begin checking out the availability of child care in your area. nannies cost about $250 to $600 per week. group day care typically ranges from $100 to $200 per week and home day care runs from about $75 to $125 per week. but keep in mind that you might change your mind after your baby arrives.
since taking plavix i have an itchy rash developing on my chest arms and back. is this normal?,no. the reaction you described would not be considered normal. if you experience a rash from a medication you should contact your doctor immediately. it could be a sign of an allergic reaction to the medication or a serious side effect.
i have been experiencing memory problems for the past couple months?,hi there are a number of causes that can cause short term memory loss like vitamin b deficiency smoking alcohol abuse stress thyroid problem i recommend taking vitamin b supplements and doing a thyroid profile good luck
"i get this ""smell"" ever so often when i breathe. . my nose burns and it's very uncomfortable. it smells like i have been around a burning/stale ashtray.",it could be a sinus infection. but if there is no other sign's.?
women hair loss- can a thyroid condition cause hair loss? and if so what can a person do to fix the thyroid problem?,absolutely both over and underactive thyroid can cause hair loss. if you thyroid is underactive and it's just a mild case sometimes you can get some help by eating kelp supplement. usually you will need a doctor to give you supplemental thyroid hormone. they will use blood work to see what's appropriate. if your thyroid is overactive that makes things harder but it's still manageable.
my eyes can't really focus on anything i'm looking at. my brain seems foggy. should i see a family dr. or eye dr? or wait? . i have had this for 2 weeks now. i'm 28 and i also have a cataract not sure if that could have something to do with this. squinting seems to help when i really need to focus reading is almost out of the question. its almost like my brain can't comprehend what is going on.,yes you should see a doctor.
what kind of medical specialist treats hepatitis c?,"hepatitis c is an infection of the liver caused by the hepatitis c virus. technically since hepatitis c is an infectious disease one might think that an infectious disease specialist (a subspecialty of internal medicine) would be the appropriate medical specialist to see. hepatitis c is more than a simple infection however. it usually is a chronic infection that often is associated with important damage to the liver. because of this fact patients with hepatitis c are most commonly referred for treatment to a specialist in gastroenterology (also a subspecialty of internal medicine). gastroenterologists specialize in diseases of all of the gastrointestinal organs including the liver. moreover there are gastroenterologists who specialize in diseases of the liver including hepatitis c. these specialists are called hepatologists. (""hepar"" means liver. ) whether patients with hepatitis c are treated by gastroenterologists or hepatologists depends on the expertise (gastroenterology or hepatology) available in the community the severity of any associated liver disease and the complexity of the contemplated treatment."
what are the potential pitfalls of diagnosing gallstones?,"usually it is not difficult to diagnose gallstones. problems arise however because of the high prevalence of silent gallstones and the occasional gallstone that is difficult to diagnose. if a patient has symptoms that are typical for gallstones for example biliary colic cholecystitis or pancreatitis and has gallstones on ultrasonography little else usually can or needs to be done to demonstrate that the gallstones are causing the episode unless the patient has complicating medical issues. if episodes are not typical for gallstones however any gallstones found may be silent. these silent gallstones may be innocent bystanders and most importantly removing the gallbladder surgically will not treat the acute problem or prevent further episodes. in addition the real cause of the problem will not be pursued. in such a situation there is a need to have further evidence other than their mere presence that the gallstones are causing the episode. such evidence can be obtained during an episode or shortly thereafter. if ultrasonography can be done during an episode of pain or inflammation caused by gallstones it may be possible to demonstrate an enlarged gallbladder or bile duct caused by obstruction of the ducts by the gallstone. this is likely to require ultrasonography again after the episode has resolved in order to demonstrate that the gallbladder indeed was larger during the episode than before or after the episode. it is easier to obtain the necessary ultrasonography if the episode lasts several hours but it is much more difficult to obtain ultrasonography rapidly enough if the episode lasts only 15 minutes. another approach is to test the blood for abnormal liver and pancreatic enzymes. the advantage here is that the enzymes though not always elevated can be elevated during and for several hours after an episode of gallstone-related pain or inflammation so they might be abnormal even after the episode has subsided. it is important to remember however that the enzymes are not specific for gallstones and it is necessary to exclude other liver and pancreatic causes for abnormal enzymes. sometimes episodes of pain or inflammation may be more or less typical of gallstones but transabdominal ultrasonography may not demonstrate either gallstones or another cause of the episodes. in this case it is necessary to decide whether suspicion is high or low for gallstones as a cause of the episodes. if suspicion is low because of less-typical symptoms it may be reasonable only to repeat the ultrasonography obtain an ocg and/or test for abnormalities of liver or pancreatic enzymes. if suspicion is high because of more typical symptoms it is reasonable to go even further with endoscopic ultrasonography ercp and duodenal drainage. prior to these ""invasive"" procedures some physicians recommend mrcp; however the exact role of mrcp is not yet clear."
can you take celexa and adderall at the same time?,yes it is ok to take adderall with celexa together. both adderall and celexa increase your levels of serotonin a chemical in your brain that affects your mood. taking them together can increase these levels too much and your doctor should be monitoring you for severe changes in your mood heart rate and blood pressure. if monitored properly you should be fine.
what drugs are used to treat infertility in women?,some common drugs used to treat infertility in women include: clomiphene citrate (clomid): this drug causes ovulation by acting on the pituitary gland. it is often used in women who have polycystic ovarian syndrome (pcos) or other problems with ovulation. this medicine is taken by mouth. human menopausal gonadotropin or hmg (repronex pergonal): this medicine is often used for women who don't ovulate due to problems with their pituitary gland. it is an injected medicine. follicle-stimulating hormone or fsh (gonal-f follistim): fsh causes the ovaries to begin the process of ovulation. these drugs are usually injected. gonadotropin-releasing hormone (gn-rh) analog: these drugs are often used for women who don't ovulate regularly each month. these drugs are usually injected or given with a nasal spray. metformin (glucophage): doctors use this drug for women who have insulin resistance and/or pcos. this drug is usually taken by mouth. bromocriptine (parlodel): this drug is used for women with ovulation problems due to high levels of prolactin. prolactin is a hormone that causes milk production. many fertility drugs increase a woman's chance of having twins triplets or other multiples. women who are pregnant with multiple fetuses have more problems during pregnancy. multiple fetuses have a high risk of being born too early (prematurely). premature babies are at a higher risk of health and developmental problems.
i was diagnosed with a 0. 5 cm large brain lesion on my left temporal i have headache?,this headache is almost sourced from your neck. may be your way of sitting in front of the. computer for long periods. due to spasm of the cervical muscles. other possibility is hyper or hypotension which can be ruled out by regular blood pressure checking.
is webmd an obamacare contractor? . is webmd being paid by the obama administration to post propaganda for the affordable health care act?,webmd has a responsibility to provide independent trusted news and information that helps consumers and physicians make informed decisions about health and wellness. consistent with respected news organizations webmd has an editorial organization that produces content in accordance with well-established editorial policies and practices. the strict editorial practices we have in place ensure that the content we produce is unbiased and done so independent of any third party involvement or control. webmd also provides advertising and sponsorship opportunities to public and private sector customers that want to reach our consumer or physician audiences. cms and other government agencies have sponsored programs and advertised on our sites and in those cases the content or advertising is clearly marked as paid for by these agencies.
if i decline coverage through my employer because i am covered under my wife's plan do i have to pay a penalty?,no. what matters is that you have qualified health insurance coverage. you can get that in a number of ways -- through an employer (whether it's yours or your spouse's) by buying it coverage on your own through medicare medicaid the va etc. as long as you have health insurance you will not be assessed a penalty.
where is the vulva?,the vulva is the name for women’s external genitalia. the vulva includes the labia majora labia minora mons pubis the most exterior portion of the vagina numerous glands and the urinary opening (urethra).
does lipo flavonoid reduce or cure tinnitus?,"the short answer to your question is: no. currently there is no cure for tinnitus unless it's caused by a curable underlying condition (such as taking too much aspirin). tinnitus (or ""ringing in the ears"") can be more than annoying. it can become a debilitating problem in which the ""noise in the ears"" can drown out other sounds including a loved one's talking. if you believe you have tinnitus start with a visit to your primary care provider for an evaluation. you may be referred to a hearing specialist. while medication are available to treat tinnitus many people rely on masking devices that sort of ""counteract"" the interior noise of tinnitus. there's also a new hearing aid available that both amplifies sound and masks the tinnitus noise. wishing you well!"
how does taking xanax and eating grapefruit affect the body?,grapefruit juice contains a substance that slows down your body’s ability to metabolize the xanax and get it out of your system. so you could have a more pronounced or prolonged reaction from the xanax. it is best to avoid grapefruit products when taking a medication like xanax so you do not get enhanced side effects.
i have seizures taking ant-seizure medication now have abnormal headaches?,yes anti seizure drugs commonly cause headaches hair loss and over relaxed muscles (weakness). this indicates a need to change the dose or the drug itself. your doctor can figure the cause of your seizures depending on history. sometimes no cause can be there. this is called idiopathic seizures. they are usually seen in young adults but can occur at any age. there may be a family history of epilepsy or seizures. if seizures continue repeatedly after the underlying problem is treated the condition is epilepsy.
i may begin bp medication in the near future. what are the different classes of bp meds and the pros/cons of each.,"most helpful answer this is a great question and one you should ask your health care provider. it's a bit too involved to go into here but i'll briefly outline some (not all) of the options. and luckily webmd offers this handy comparison of some common blood pressure medications. a water pill or diuretic (such as hydrochlorothiazide or furosemide) lowers blood pressure by getting rid of excess water in your system. this essentially lowers your overall blood volume. if you have tinnitus (or ringing in the ears) you should talk to your health care provider about using a ""potassium-sparing"" water pill because the other type can make tinnitus worse. ace (angiotensin-converting enzyme) inhibitors have become a popular choice. these medications basically cause your blood vessels to relax which lowers your blood pressure. these medications usually have few side effects. beta blockers work by slowing down the pace of your heartbeat and also reducing the force at which the heart contracts. this combination causes your blood pressure to come down. if your doctor suggests a beta blocker be sure to get specific dosing instructions. some beta blockers shouldn't be taken when your pulse rate is low. again you ask a good question for your doctor. if you go on a blood pressure medication be sure to know what it does (specifically) why it's a good choice for you and what possible side effects you should watch out for. hope this helps!"
i may have henoch schonlein purpura need confirmation and advice?,hi glomerulonephritis can occur with henoch schonlein purpura so i recommend kidney function test after you take care of your kidney you can then take an immune suppressant drug good luck
when are dental implants not suitable for diabetics?,the well-controlled diabetic with stable blood sugar and no gum inflammation is the best candidate for dental implants. your implant specialist will take a detailed medical history and perform a comprehensive pre-surgical exam before recommending dental implants.
is it healthy to lose 20 pounds in almost 2 months but not quite 2 months?,that depends on how the weight is lost. there are healthy ways to lose weight and unhealthy ways. see how to lose weight safely. in general safe weight loss is about 1-2 pounds per week. the first month is more is typically lost due to fluid changes so 20 pounds in 2 months would probably be okay if it's done with a healthy diet. more rapid weight loss should always include monitoring from a doctor.
what are your legal obligations to pay your doctor for treatment above and beyond what your insurance will pay?,"""it depends on the doctor's relationship with the insurance company "" says richard e. ungar a los angeles-based health-care attorney. that relationship can make the difference between balance billing (not allowed) and billing you for a balance you owe (completely kosher). is your doc in or out? a health-care provider who is in-network with your insurance company has negotiated a price for his or her medical services and signed a contract with your insurer agreeing to those rates as payment in-full. with the exception of your co-pay deductible or coinsurance in-network providers generally cannot charge you more for their services. doing so is considered balance billing whether or not you've signed a form stating you'll pay the balance of what your insurer won't. but that's not the end of the story. there are scenarios in which you may be required to pay beyond what your insurance company will even if the doctor is in your carrier's network. duped by details there are details consumers commonly overlook about the rules of their insurance coverage that cause trouble says marty rosen executive vice president and co-founder of health advocate a healthcare advocacy and assistance organization. forgetting the common requirement to pre-certify services before receiving care is a frequent mistake. another is not confirming ahead of time whether you're being treated by doctors in your insurance carrier's network. ""failure to do so may result in denial of coverage by your insurance company and thus large out-of-pocket fees "" rosen says. also watch for certain elements of a doctor's visit that your insurance coverage may not cover ungar warns. for example let's say you see an in-network doctor for a routine colonoscopy. both the doctor visit and the procedure may be fully covered by your insurer. but if your doctor decides to use a newer sedative that requires an anesthesiologist to administer it (as opposed to doing it herself) unger says you could be on the hook for the anesthesiologist's charges. in order to avoid unnecessary health care costs before you get care: * make sure the service you need is covered. * determine exactly what the contracted service includes. * confirm that the doctor is in your network. and don't sign any documents you don't understand or don't feel comfortable with."
i start feeling strange with chest tightness and shortness of breath and sometimes wheezing?,hi this is called sunday night blues or sunday evening dread this is like stress and anxiety from going back to work you need to see a psychiatrist or have a job with no stress good luck
silicone implants are 30 years old have scar tissue now will insurance coverage the surgery to fix this condition? . the implants are feeling very tight somewhat uncomfortable would this be a reason for insurance to cover new surgery.,when it comes to an insurer's decision to pay for any procedure the main issue is always whether it's considered medically necessary. while breast augmentation for the sake of vanity is not a covered service generally if a procedure is necessary to repair or preserve the healthy functioning of the body it's likely to be medically necessary. having said that the only way to know for certain is to ask your insurance carrier. rules vary from one plan to next. you'll likely need to get your health plan's authorization before having any surgery done. and you should work with your doctor to obtain medical records and other supporting materials that justify the procedure from a medical standpoint.
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for toxoplasmosis during pregnancy?,in most areas of the united states and canada fetal toxoplasmosis infection is rare. in the u. s. about 1 to 10 infants per 10 000 actually become infected before birth. 2 this is why screening for toxoplasmosis is not a part of routine prenatal care in this country. but getting tested for toxoplasmosis may be a good idea if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant and: you are worried that you might get toxoplasmosis. you think you may not be able to avoid exposure to the parasite. consider what higher-risk countries recommend as you make your decision about testing: in countries where toxoplasmosis risk is moderate all newborns are screened for toxoplasmosis infection. some states in the u. s. now screen all newborns for toxoplasmosis. in some countries where toxoplasmosis risk is high all pregnant women are screened for toxoplasmosis antibodies. a blood test is used to see whether you have the antibody to the toxoplasma parasite. if you have the antibody that means you have already been infected and your immune system now makes antibodies that can fight toxoplasma. these antibodies protect your fetus and newborn from infection. you may need more than one blood test to make sure the result is accurate. tests for toxoplasmosis toxoplasmosis blood test looks for the antibody to toxoplasma. if test results or symptoms show possible infection another test is done 2 to 3 weeks later to confirm the diagnosis. amniocentesis is used to collect amniotic fluid for testing. a polymerase chain reaction (pcr) test is used on the fluid to check for signs of toxoplasma dna. this test can detect fetal toxoplasmosis. fetal ultrasound is used to check for signs of toxoplasmosis damage in the fetus. early detection birth defects are most likely to develop when a fetus is infected during weeks 10 through 24 of pregnancy. 1 this is why early detection and treatment of fetal toxoplasmosis is important for preventing severe fetal problems. (if an infection develops later in pregnancy severe fetal problems are less likely but treatment is important to prevent future problems. ) webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
is it better to apply heat or cold to sore muscles after stenuous exercise?,i have just spent the last 6 weeks in physical therapy. they always apply heat or have me get on a bike to heat up my muscles for 15 minutes before i go through any table massage work. next i do all my exercises then they end the session with 10 minutes of ice.
i had phenyl and suffering from throat inflammation. please help.,obviously you will have some complications of the chemical substance you have drunk. mucosa of upper gastrointestinal and respiratory tract is more sensible to react against chemicals than the stomach. also you have protected your stomach somehow by using allegra (fexofenadine) pantos (pantoprazole) and sucralfate. now i would recommend you to consult an ent specialist to check your throat and ear tubes. i suggest you take allegra dexamethasone 4 mg twice daily and if your ears or nose feels blocked then xylometazoline by nasal drops. consult your doctor discuss with him or her and take the medicine with consent. you would better consult an ent doctor and a gastroenterologist as soon as possible for further information consult an internal medicine physician online --> <link>
i have very painful zits only on my legs. i shower daily and wash them. what can this be?,"you may have a condition called folliculitis -- an infection involving the hair follicles or perhaps even a resistant skin infection like mrsa. without a direct examination and a wound culture from of one of those ""zits"" you may not be able to get a definitive diagnosis and treatment. see your regular medical provider or a dermatologist. this problem can be solved but perhaps not just with soap and water."
what is the significance of the amount of body area burned?,"in addition to the depth of the burn the total area of the burn is significant. burns are measured as a percentage of total body area affected. the ""rule of nines"" is often used though this measurement is adjusted for infants and children. this calculation is based upon the fact that the surface area of the following parts of an adult body each correspond to approximately 9% of total (and the total body area of 100% is achieved): head = 9%. chest (front) = 9%. abdomen (front) = 9%. upper/mid/low back and buttocks = 18%. each arm = 9%. each palm = 1%. groin = 1%. each leg = 18% total (front = 9% back = 9%). as an example if both legs (18% x 2 = 36%) the groin (1%) and the front chest and abdomen were burned this would involve 55% of the body. only second and third degree burn areas are added together to measure total body burn area. while first degree burns are painful the skin integrity is intact and it is able to do its job with fluid and temperature maintenance. if more than15%-20% of the body is involved in a burn significant fluid may be lost. shock may occur if inadequate fluid is not provided intravenously. as the percentage of burn surface area increases the risk of death increases as well. patients with burns involving less than 20% of their body should do well but those with burns involving greater than 50% have a significant mortality risk depending upon a variety of factors including underlying medical conditions and age."
so i am 28 year old female who wants to get pregnant next year. can i take pre natal vitamins now or should i wait. also i am on a med for my stomach right now at night should i stop taking those soon after we start trying.,"prenatal vitamins are fine to take even if you are not pregnant (or wanting to be). vitamins are not a substitute for good nutrition and regular exercise so please do this as well. you didn't mention the name of the ""stomach med"" you were taking so i don't know how to advise you for that part of your question but if you are not going to attempt to conceive until next year you can problem keep taking the stomach medication until that time. ask your doctor for specific advice."
at what temperature does my baby have a fever?,a baby's normal temperature can range from about 97f up to 100. 3f. most doctors say a rectal temperature over 100. 4f is considered a fever.
why are my nipples getting a burning feeling? . for the past week and a few days i have had an ongoing burning pain on my nipples it gets to the point that i have to lie down and hold my boobs as they are so painful. i have had the implenon for almost two years now for contraception. it can't be from dry skin as i moisturize daily and only in the past few months have been getting this and i am only 18 years of age. should i be worried?,hi! i really think you should consult a doctor for this since i'm not a medical professional i don't want to give advice that might hurt you inadvertently. to do this you should go on healthtap where you can access a doctor through a video consultation really easily. goodluck! <link>
10 days ago me and my boyfriend grinded in car. i took a pregnancy test today can i trust it? . we were grinding in the car and he had a thick pair of underwear on and i did not. he swears nothing came through but im still worried. i took 2 pregnancy tests today (10 days after incident) and it came back negative. my period is due this week or next. can i trust the negative results,hi if you don't get your period try then but missing your period could be from stress. but if you do miss see your doctor for a blood test for pregnancy this would show yes or no. ok good luck
how do i gain weight and what kind of doctor do i need to see?,he is called nutrution doctor you should focus on carbohydrates in diet you can use triactin or mosigor twice daily (every 12 hours) growth formula 2 spoons twice daily on a cup of milk you will gain 1 kilogram per daynotice: you should do thyroid cbc stool tests to role out any pathological reason for weightloss
can any otc cause positive test for methadone ie; nyquil nighttime cold medicine,"the short answer to your question is ""yes. "" but that's not the end of the story. a 2010 study published in the american journal of health system pharmacy noted that several categories of medications were linked to various types of false-positive urine drug screen tests (including screens for methadone). among the specific medications that caused false-positives were antihistamines including diphenhydramine (better known as benadryl) and doxylamine -- both of which are ingredients in many over-the-counter cough-and-cold remedies. however these antihistamines were not specifically linked to false-positives for methadone in the study. it's worth noting that employers and others who perform routine drug screenings aren't required to give you a do-over. they can choose to accept the initial test results at face value. i wish you all the best with this."
when do i do a pregnancy test while i have a nuvaring? . i don't cycle off of the nuvaring so that i don't get periods which give me unbearable cramps. i over think things a lot. i question if my birth control is working properly. i took many pregnancy tests over the last 3 days due to the fact that for the first day it said i was positive and the next 2 days it said i was negative. i did have some vaginal bleeding first day. i'm getting a blood test but i heard results are only accurate a few days before a period. and i don't know when my period is,hi this below is from nuvaring. nuvaring is used in a 4-week cycle. keep nuvaring in your vagina for 3 weeks (21 days) and then remove it for a 1 week (7 day) break. the ring should be inserted and removed on the same day of the week and at the same time. (for example if you insert your nuvaring on a monday at 8:00 a. m. you should remove it on the monday 3 weeks later at 8:00 a. m. ) you will usually get your period during the 1-week break that you remove nuvaring. insert a new nuvaring after the 1-week break. the new ring should be inserted on the same day of the week and at the same time that you inserted it the last month even if your period has not stopped. or like some women do is to keep just replacing the ring to get no periods if so then you will never no where you are then perhaps you should start again as above. hope this helps your problem. good luck
my ankle and foot are swollen will it or meds affect my lumbar surgery next month?,hi such swellings usually occur due to hypoproteinemia or localised ankle related issues. renal dysfunction also can cause this. get kidney function tests done. if these tests are within normal range then you need not worry. you can go ahead with surgery. thanks
i found a weird looking mole on my breast could it be skin cancer?,definitely not a skin cancer. you can be sure. thank you
i am having some minor urinary incontinence after having prostate sugery. how do i handle sex in this situation?,many men face some dribbling at different levels after prostate surgery. using condoms can be helpful for two reasons. it may help prolong erections as well as catch any unwanted leakage. some men find doing the kegal exercises helpful. these are the muscles you use to stop your stream during urination. squeeze and hold these muscles ten times to make a set. perform one set three times a day at least 4 times a week. this may help reduce some of the leakage. it will take several weeks to strengthen these muscles. if your symptoms do not improve or you are not satisfied using the condoms there are some alternatives that an urologist may be able to offer.
"i iook like i'm 8 months pregnant. when i'm not. i am 5'-7"" and weigh 165 lbs but all my life was never over 115 lbs until 6 months into my pregnancy where i gained 86 lbs. i look ""normal"" in the sense that i do not look fat and have no cellulite or hanging skin but if i don't suck in when i'm standing i look like i'm 8 months pregnant i have actually had people tell me i look good for being so far along. i have tried exercising and dieting and had success and lost weight but with no change to my stomach. help","i learned this trick from a woman i used to work with who at the time just had her 5th child. she said the secret is wearing a girdle for at least 6-8 weeks. your muscles - and everything else that had to get pushed out smashed and repositioned to make room for your little blessing -have all essentially been displaced stretched beyond their limit. you have to ""retrain"" your stomach muscles to hold everything in place - back to their original position and not bulging out making you appear pregnant. i know this works because my sister and her own daughter did not use this trick - both still look pregnant to this day. it worked for me for both of my pregnancies i was back to my original weight and shape. i hope it works for you as well."
what are the symptoms and signs of an ear infection in children?,parents are relegated to determine if a child has a possible ear infection based solely on symptoms and signs [unless they have a home otoscope a tool that allows a look inside the ear and know how to use it]. those of us in the clinical trenches know that symptoms and signs are not necessarily predictive of a definitive diagnosis. a recent two-year study in finland looked at 469 children ages 6-35 months and tested the predictive value of common middle ear infection symptoms: ear-rubbing or pulling irritability less playful excessive crying poor appetite restless sleep runny nose congestion vomiting diarrhea and fever. the diagnosis of a middle ear infection (otitis media) requires a certain diagnostic criteria: middle ear fluid detected by pneumatic otoscopy — this is the little bulb syringe attached to the otoscope that puffs air against the eardrum to check for mobility (the normal in and out movement of the eardrum). abnormal color opacity bulging (shape) of the eardrum. middle ear infections are typically “bulging” and have a distinct red or yellow color instead of shiny white. in this study not one but three different physicians systematically examined the ears of children strongly suspected by the parents as having a middle ear infection based on symptoms alone. the results: the duration and severity of the symptoms were not predictive of a middle ear infection. ear-rubbing and pulling long thought to be predictive of ear pain was proven to be an invalid sign. it was actually more common in children who did not have a middle ear infection. fever was also not a predictive sign. a prior cold was not a predictive sign in this study although statistically most children who get middle ear infection usually do have a cold. conjunctivitis (pink eye) may be a presumptive sign in some not all cases. the only definitive way to diagnose a child with a middle ear infection is by a careful systematic medical examination by an experienced clinician using a pneumatic otoscope. i see these false alarms nearly every day in my clinical practice. parents believe their children have an ear infection when in reality they do not. many parents will still demand antibiotics “just in case ” or come up with some compelling stories like going out of town tomorrow a seriously ill grandparent or upcoming air travel in an effort to plead their case. cursory or incomplete examinations by hurried clinicians tend to over-read ear examination findings resulting in inaccurate diagnoses. i find this quite often in emergency room or urgent care visits. here are 10 facts about ear infection: 1. not all middle ear infections in children (not including babies under the age of three months) require antibiotics. as a matter of fact over 90 percent of middle ear infections will self-resolve in a few days… on their own without any medical intervention. shocking. it is perfectly fine to wait a few days to see if the body’s immune system orchestrates the cure. 2. middle ear infections hurt. regardless of the presence of fever (harmless) a child in pain should be treated with acetaminophen (tylenol) or ibuprofen (advil motrin) at an appropriate dose for the pain… not the fever. 3. fever is harmless and does not need to be treated in most cases. 4. middle ear infections are not emergencies. they really have no place in the emergency room. 5. not all recurrent ear infection will result in children getting tubes. however if middle ear fluid is present for more than three months and/or children are having hearing loss an ent specialist should be consulted. 6. children in daycare get more ear infections. the fall and winter months have the highest incidence. 7. children exposed to any secondary cigarette smoke get more ear infections. (if you smoke around your children you should be arrested. ) 8. children who are breast-fed for at least six months get less ear infections that bottle-fed babies. 9. children who have a nighttime bottle in the crib or depend on a pacifier tend to have more ear infections. 10. children do grow out of ear infections. we see a marked reduction after age six so hang in there. now go buy a home otoscope and start practicing.
my partner got tested for chlamydia and came out positive i want to know if that means i have chlamydia too? . i finished drinking the treatment of azythromycin when does it start to work but i havent been tested but i know i gave it to him?,hi yes you both need to be treated at the same time other wise it will just keep going back and froth between you. if its just happened don't worry chlamydia hides deep in tissues and could have been a long time ago and you would not even known you had it its a bit of a bugger for doing that. hope this helps you. good luck
how long does thc stay in your fat cells. i am needing to know about how long does thc stay in a persons fat cells. my son has tested clean for about 9-10 drug tests and when he started lifting weights at school and going to wrestling practice he was tested again and it showed up positive for thc. he says he has not smoked it for weeks. is it possible that since thc is stored in fat cells that it can be released through increased activity?,there are sites on the net that will give you answers depending on usage duration etc. from what i've read in the past 30 days from the last use.
my 4 year old was diagnosed with descending testicals. has this already affected his fertility? . my son is 4 and was just diagnosed with descending testicals. what are the chances that he will still be able to have children of his own when he is older if he has surgery to correct his condition now.,i think you mean undescended testicles (ones that are not in the scrotum where they belong but rather in the abdomen). at age four bringing them down now is advisable. it would be highly highly unlikely that future fertility would be adversely impacted since you are doing surgery at this age. i think you will end up with plenty of grandchildren.
how can i know if my prostate is enlarged?,the symptoms of prostate enlargement really are manifest by two different factors. one is the actual size. as the gland gets bigger it’s harder to push the urine through. the other cause for symptoms for men with signs of prostate enlargement isn’t really the size of the gland but the fact that the gland and surrounding tissues are involved with smooth muscle. it’s part of the normal architecture that those muscles squeeze down. so as they squeeze the urethra they block the flow as well and that’s another whole category of medications called alpha blockers that relax those muscles. the advantage to the alpha blockers is that they work very quickly men have remarkable improvement in their urinating symptoms almost within days and often avoid the need for any surgical intervention. the problem with the alpha blockers is they might not last as long so maybe after a year or two or three the symptoms might start to come back. that’s where the 5 alpha-reductase inhibitors come into play the avodart and the proscar and that they actually shrink the gland. and sometimes the combination of the two is what has the most success for some men. sl: what are the side effects? the avodart and the proscar have a very low incidence of side effects that are sexual. the main ones are sometimes an increase in sex drive sometimes a decrease in sexual ability and for many men a decrease in volume of ejaculate because you’re shrinking the glandular structure. for the alpha blockers their main side effect is that they relax the smooth muscle so depending on whether you’re using a new one or an old one some men can have problems with blood pressure and also retrograde ejaculation where because the bladder neck is relaxed when the man ejaculates the semen goes backwards into the bladder. sl: that doesn’t sound very good. it’s retrograde ejaculation is generally it’s painless. men though become very obsessed with how things should be and when there’s changes such as reduced volume they become upset with that and want to restore it.
what is heartburn?,heartburn is a burning discomfort that is generally felt in the chest just behind the breastbone. the burning sensation results when harsh stomach juices come in contact with and irritate the delicate lining of the esophagus. it is also known as acid indigestion.
is there a drug interaction between synthroid and prevacid?,currently there are no drug interactions found between synthroid and prevacid. however this does not mean that interactions cannot exist. it is important to work with your pharmacist to see if there is any new information regarding these two products. prevacid should be taken 30 minutes prior to a meal. synthroid should be taken 30 minutes to one hour prior to a meal. they can be taken together with water on an empty stomach.
can simply eating fresh lobster while on nexium cause traveler's diarrhea? . i have been on nexium for several years now. the doctor said i could eat anything i wanted. i recently tried a fresh lobster for the first time. the next day i had explosive diarrhea. it has not stopped for four days now. i do typically drink nothing but caffeine (coffee and tea) and today (day 4) i became feverish. luckily i have experienced dehydration before and recognized the symptom as it related to diarrhea. the fever subsided with high intake of gatorade.,"true ""traveler's diarrhea"" is a bacterial infection often due to enteric e. coli but parasites and viruses can cause diarrhea too (heard about those cruise ships? ). i don't think this had anything to do with your nexium. the advice that you can ""eat anything"" was not intended to say that nexium prevents food-borne pathogen infections."
why does my son have white spots on his teeth?,white spots can be caused by the presence of fluoride in the water known as dental fluorosis. white spots are not necessarily a bad thing. white spots can also be caused by a child having a high fever while their teeth are still developing. if the spots are a cosmetic concern they can be removed. be sure to also have the spots checked to make sure they aren't cavities that are forming.
what are the symptoms of strep throat?,strep cannot be accurately diagnosed by the severity of the sore throat — it requires both a hands-on medical examination and a lab test for confirmation. medical providers who feel they can just look in the throat and accurately diagnose strep tend to be wrong half of the time; not much better than a coin toss. there are some suspicious signs of strep that one can notice by simply looking at the throat. many people get all excited when they see “white stuff” on the tonsils. this is not a definite sign of strep and can even be food particles. strep tends to cause petechiae — tiny irregularly-shaped red dots appearing on the back of the palate and on or near the uvula. the back of the throat and palate area is usually an angry-looking fire-engine red. the kids look and act sick. their breath smells like they have never used a toothbrush in their life. for those clinicians who have spent their careers insulted by this strep smell we usually have a pretty good idea that this child probably has strep. i still test them. if the rapid strep test is surprisingly negative (it is not 100%) i tend to get a throat culture. a culture takes two days but the accuracy approaches 100 percent. streptococcal infections have a bad historical reputation since it has the potential to cause heart-damaging rheumatic fever kidney disease life-threatening pneumonia and other serious complications. the reason why we treat strep when we diagnosis is to prevent these complications that are relatively rare now. if you have a good immune system our bodies can easily overcome an occasional attack of strep. kids who are excluded from school with strep should have at least 24 hours of treatment and show improvement before returning to school. treatment with antibiotics usually a penicillin-based one if you are not allergic to them will last about 10 days. there is really no need to keep children home that long. i always recommend that they change their toothbrush after a day of treatment since strep can colonize on wet toothbrushes. if you have several kids who keep their toothbrushes in the same drawer touching it is the same as sharing toothbrushes. for the teenagers i warn them about taking a clandestine swig out of the milk or orange juice container in the refrigerator when no one is watching. if a sore throat persists more than a week or so accompanied by fatigue a mono test should be considered.
can janumet and zantac be taken together?,there is a moderate interaction with one of the components found in janumet (metformin/sitagliptin) and zantac (ranitidine). ranitidine is a cationic drug and theoretically could decrease the excretion of metformin. this drug interaction has been observed when using another cationic medication cimetidine. because of this we use caution with similar medications. these interactions can increase the risk of lactic acidosis which included symptoms of malaise myalgia respiratory distress hyperventilation slow or irregular heartbeat somnolence abdominal upset or other unusual symptoms. lactic acidosis is a possible side effect from the metformin. consult your health-care professional if both of these medications are being prescribed together. monitor your reactions for side effects of lactic acidosis and stop medication right away if the symptoms occur.
will a nail grow back if it came out completely due to an injury? . my son smashed his index finger between two dumb bell weights on monday. he nearly severed the tip and now has 11 stiches.,"good news! here is an article on nail problems and injuries that contains the following statement along with a lot of other great information: "" separation from the nail bed. once your nail separates from its nail bed for whatever reason it will not reattach. nails grow back slowly. it takes about 6 months for fingernails and up to 18 months for toenails to grow back attached to the nail bed. "" the webmd answers staff usually but you had quite a crush injury. the body has a remarkable ability to re-grow a lost or damaged nail assuming the matrix (the base of the nail that has the cells needed to regenerate the nail) has not been damaged. a damaged matrix may cause the nail to grow back somewhat deformed or have a ridge. when we lose a finger we do not grow a new one but when we lose a nail the body likes to replace it. time will tell if your nail re-grows again and comes in normally. my son just had the same accident. so i'm curious since its been a little over a year. has your sons nail grown back?"
is deli turky good for you or what about instant oatmeal can diabetes cause a man to be impudent? . i heard that deli meat is not good for a person with diabetes does this include deli turkey. what about instant oatmeal is as good for you as the stove topped cooked oatmeal. concerning fertility can diabetes cause a man to be infertile?,diabetes can affect all bodily organs if you let it get out of control. as for deli meats if it is processed then it has cholesterol carbs and sugars that a diabetic does not need. that means that you should only eat it in moderation. oatmeal is good for diabetics if it contains whole grains which under new studies have shown to help regulate insulin and insulin control.
blood pressure was 240/110 admitted to hospital…need 2nd opinion,hi. such high blood pressures and that too 2 times in last 5 months definitely needs to be adressed. if there is a mass found on the kidney the there are high chances of adrenal abnormality / pheochromocytoma. in my opinion you should not wait and watch. u should go ahead and confirm the mass and diagnosis. thanks
i woke up with double vision extreme dizzy spells aneurysm in the family?,com this may be due to middle ear disorder or caused by a neurological manifestation according to aneurism or high bp. get a ct done
i have been using minoxidil lotion on my scalp prescribed by a hair loss clinic i’m now very worried that i’m going to have a heart attack?,wy do you have this feeling what symptoms are you experiencing? in order to be able to help you …is it just palpitations or there is other things?
i took someone else's medications to save money. should i be honest with my doctor?,absolutely. it's better to be honest than not especially if it's medications that he doesn't know that you took and if they're medications that he doesn't think that you need prescribe for yourself. this is very common today with people sharing their medications. once again that's why we have doctors and healthcare providers and pharmacists. we study these subjects we study conditions how drugs work drugs are safe when used correctly. but if you're going to actually take a medication that wasn't intended for you there is a good chance you could end up in the emergency room. you don't know what is being treated – what you are being treated for -- you don't know if you're going to have an allergic reaction to it. you might think well it's just -- i have some flu so i'm going to take my friend's water pill. well your blood pressure could drop so low that you can actually pass out and hit your head and it could have been because of that. so it's really important that people don't share their medications. be honest with your physician and say look this is what happened promise that you'll never do it again. and keep a medication list of all your medicines that you should be taking along with your vitamin and otcs and just be honest.
physical therapy exercises for a rotator cuff injury. i have diagnosed myself with a rotator cuff injury. i have been resting it (for about 3-4 months now) hoping it would start feeling better but it hasn't. it doesn't bother me in most day-to-day activities (mostly when showering when i reach for my other arm to wash it and i can't sleep very well on my right side). i'm wondering if someone could recommend some exercises i could do to strengthen my shoulder. thanks!,i have had the same injury with right shoulder since end of august 2015. i have found that icing it to get swelling down helps alot. i also tape my shoulder up with sport tape to help hold the shoulder up to give it some relief and take some of the stress off the nerves in the shoulder. you can find it in walmart but i find that shopper's drug market's kt tape works the best. i will when i get a chance send you the link on how to tape your shoulder and some stretches and exercises that my physio suggested if you want
my friend is under depression due to work stress. please help.,persistent work stress could lead to adjustment disorder and increases the risk of depressive and anxiety symptoms. she is suffering from polio and has work stress. these are probably the reasons that she behaves weird. if her symptoms persist then please consult a psychiatrist in person for physical evaluation and her treatment. with proper treatment she would come out of this bad phase. ssris (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) are the drugs of choice for these symptoms. for further doubts consult a psychiatrist online --> <link>
my blood work showed inflammation. i have crohn’s disease do i need steroids?,unfortunately to treat a flare up of crohn’s steroid therapy is essential but for the shortest possible time to treat the inflammation and prevent damage to your intestines you may need also an antibiotic to treat any infections or fistulas. do not worry about side effects as it is minor with that drug and you will not take it for long time.
i was prescribed adderall xr and nexium. i don't have insurance. is there a program that will help pay for the scripts?,"adderall xr is an extended release formulation which is usually given once daily and is available as a generic. generics are less expensive than brand name products. to save money you might want to talk to your doctor about generic adderall which is not extended release and needs to be taken 2-3 times daily. talk to your prescriber to see if a trial of the generic of adderall is right for you. concerning the nexium you should talk to your doctor about substituting it with over-the-counter omeprazole. it works the same way as nexium and can save you some money. your pharmacist is a great resource for information on how you can save money on medications. i am trying to help a friend who has been dx with addh and has been rx adderall she does not have insurance and she was arrested because her mother takes the very same medication and she had 2 adderall on her when she was stopped for a moving violation. she was charged with position of ""cocaine"". i am trying to help her find a indigent program to help her pay for her rx cost."
i have been getting pain in the left side just below the second rib in the back?,it looks like bleeding is from the upper g. i track. get colonoscopy done as soon as possible to rule out the cause so that it can be managed accordingly. hope this helps.
possible cause of a severe headache with radiating lower back pain. son came home from working out after school on thursday and started running a fever on friday. fever has subsided but still has a headache and lower back discomfort that runs down through his rear and into his legs.,there soulc be the following reasons of back pain. most big problems start of as small problems that you don't address. treat back pain as a symptom of dysfunction not a cause. the cause of back pain is rarely at the site of the pain most people have slight postural imperfections which end up causing pain in other parts of their body. postural imperfections are magnified by such things as slouching over the computer holding the phone between ear and shoulder and by hand and foot dominance in the sports most regularly played. it's not the chair; it's how you sit in it. if muscles are not getting stronger they're getting weaker. <link>
does vicodin contain aspirin?,no vicodin contains acetaminophen (the medicine in tylenol) and hydrocodone (a narcotic). aspirin and hydrocodone are available together in combination medications including azdone alor 5/500 damason-p lortab asa and panasal 5/500.
should menstruation stop while i'm taking abilify?,there is no reason your period should stop from abilify. in you're not getting your period it's worth seeing your gynecologist.
dairy has never caused me stomach problems but it does give me hard stool and hemorrhoids. am i lactose intolerant? . i've had hard and painful stool off and on for as long as i can remember and i'm 41 now. 20 years ago i started to get blood in my stool and 5 years ago i started getting hemorrhoids on the outside which are very painful. i've noticed that when i eat a lot of cheese or drink a lot of milk it brings on the bleeding then hemorrhoids then hard stool in that order. am i lactose intolerant or is it something else?,try antidairy milk products first. silk is a popular one and they are not very expensive. there are almond milks too that are very good.
"my dr. said ihave a large water filled stomach. exactly what is this and what do i do to fix it? . my husband had a cyst removed from the side of his heart. in the doctors notes he read :. ""pt. has a large water filled stomach. "". what does this mean and what steps do we take to fix it?",i don't have a clue what your doctor meant by that statement. my suggestion would be for you to ask him to comment on this finding.
"is there a link to the vegetable okra as a way of regulating or curing diabetes? . i have seen numerous posts on face book lately about cutting up okra placing it in water letting it soak overnight and drinking the okra-infused water the next morning as a way to regulate blood glucose levels and possibly ""curing"" the need for insulin! several articles also said to eat the okra once you drink the water. i am very curious as to whether there is any credibility to this. this would be so wonderful if it were true! your thoughts please!","the medical world hears these ""miracle"" natural cures all of the time but as you know just because you read it on the internet or facebook in no way proves scientific efficacy. a person on insulin is likely to need that insulin. i do not believe that any amount or form of okra will ""cure"" diabetes. eating a diet balanced with ample vegetable (including okra if you want) will certainly help a diabetic control blood sugar but as far as i know there is nothing magic in okra. if there was dr. oz would have devoted a show to it or you would see research in the medical literature."
is smoking marijuana before surgery dangerous,it is not a good idea for the patient (or the doctor) to smoke marijuana before any surgery.
having heart valve replacement surgery concerned about risk factors and other treatment options?,headache has many causes and most of them are not causes of worry concerning the surgery or its procedures. doctors will prepare him well before surgery in terms of blood pressure kidney and liver functions blood tests to ensure safe output. thanks
i have recently had breast surgery removal of calcium deposits with cancer cells?,hi it is completely safe to take magnesium after radiation however you should ask your oncologist about his opinion because magnesium does a detoxification on body after radiation some oncologist do not encourage the detoxification process good luck
can you get pregnant during the first two or three days of the fertile stage. i had my period july 10 and ended on july 14 and i had sex on the 18th of july a day before the fertile day started and again had sex on the 19th and 20th two days of the fertile time period could i still get pregnant,hi if your dates are right then you could be but you must add in that it takes 3 days for male sperm to reach your womb and that fertile days can be a couple of days either way you have to remember your body is not a clock. hope this helps you. good luck
i have been experiencing memory problems for the past couple months?,at such an early age such symptoms are generally not considered under amnesia. it is commonly due to severe stress excessive work load nutritional deficiency some worries or tensions etc. but still a consultation with a psychiatrist should be done to rule out the exact cause and treatment can be done accordingly…. as of now make a note of important things do meditation and yoga try to stay happy and stress free and keep yourself engaged. everything will be fine. hope this helps. regards.
my car has been leaking oil and blows smoke out of the car and fumes in the car can this have an effect on my health?,hi breathing in fumes like that for one thing is not doing you any good but as long as your keeping the windows open you should not be that bad for you but you can always get you blood checked out for toxins. but get your car fixed before its fix's you up with a wooden overcoat. good luck
dark purple spot on breast,hi it seems to be a inflammed duct or gland inside the breast tissue. apply local cream take anti inflammatory tablets for 5 days. apply ice pack. avoid hot fomentation thanks
i haven't had a period in over 2 years. can i still get pregnant? i have herd that you can and that you can not.,you did not state your age but a simple blood test can tell if you have gone through menopause. i was a lucky one and never had any of the side effects of menopause but did not want to leave the chance of getting pregnate to chance.
if my 1 year old is getting over a cold (nose is sometimes running) is it safe for her to get the 2nd dose of flu shot?,yes. it is safe. the flu vaccine can be given if you have a cold.
my period is a week late but the pregnancy tests are negative. could i be pregnant? . i've never missed a period in my life. they've been late before by 2 maybe 3 days but never a week late. i've taken 2 tests and they both came back negative. i've had a few symptoms like being hungry all the time/random food cravings dizziness always feeling exhausted cramps but no bleeding sensitive sense of smell and as of today certain smells make my stomach turn. if i'm not pregnant could there be something else wrong with me since the tests came back negative?,see your medical provider or gynecologist. there is a more sensitive blood pregnancy test that you can have. and yes because there may be other causes for your array of symptoms including your late or missed period you should be carefully examined and those other causes should be investigated.
i have pcos and a retroverted uterus what is the likelihood of having a child?,hi your young which means if you treat the pcos early you can have a child the pulmonari emboli does not mean stop treatment it means ask an internal medicine for blood thinners in other words you need your period to have a baby retroverted uterus should not concern you much unless it is painfull good luck
can you have apppendicitis without fever and vomiting?,yes. symptoms of appendicitis can be individually variable but pain located in the right lower quadrant of the abdomen is one of the classic signs.
reocurring foot swelling redness and itching? . last month i noticed that my ankle was swollen red and very itchy. after a few days it went away but my skin started to peal away. now this month its on top of my foot with the same symptoms. it burns when i scratch and seems to spread. i haven't experienced these symptoms anywhere else but my feet and ankles. i'm also noticing tingling in the area as well. any help would be great. thanks so much!,i suggest you get this checked out by a medical professional. many conditions can cause the symptoms you describe but one that comes to mind is a staph infection. obviously if that's the case you want to get treatment as soon as possible. itching is not normally a sign of staph infection but it still would be good to rule this out. at any rate you're having abnormal symptoms that are worth getting checked. meanwhile be sure to wash your hands thoroughly and often. in the event you have some sort of communicable infection you want to take every precaution not to transmit it to someone else. i wish you all the best! i had the same symptoms. it started on my hand and went to my feet. after going to various doctors i was diagnosed with a rare fungal infection that can be transferred from dogs to humans in rare cases. i can't find anything about it on webmd or from any of my current drs. i've started to call / ask vets since after my diagnosis the local vet diagnosed the family dog with the skin infection. the tx for mas was a high dose of ingested lamisil 9pill form) which can be bad for your liver as well.
i am suffering from cornic bhp prostate gland size usg. 77 grm i am on foley tube?,hi your doctor’s treatment protocol is absolutely fine. surgery would be needed in resistant cases. thanks
in my period it burns when i use the bathroom the pain is severe and i normally can't do anything till it goes away. i am only 19 years old have never had sex and this problem has been going on for about three years the doctors don't know what it is. when i am in my period it burns to go to the bathroom and it's sharp shooting pain. the pain lasts for about three to four hours and i can't do anything normally during this time.,hi so have you seen a gyno yet and take a sample of your urine with you from when you having your period also best if you can arrange an appointment for the same time if need be do a sample then. its about the best advice. good luck
i am unemployed and 47 years of age. my cobra expires in may 2014. . since my cobra expires around mid-2014 do i need to buy alternative obamacare exchange insurance by december 15 2013 effective march 2014 to ensure i will have both continuing coverage and face no penalty for 2014? how is the answer changed or impacted by (1. ) the potential for future employment with health benefits prior to the cobra eligibility expiration deadline (2. ) previous active duty u. s. veteran status (honorably discharged but not pension eligible) or (3. ) my state of residence (ny),you can hold on to cobra until it expires at which point the loss of insurance will be a qualifying event that allows you to buy another policy even if it's outside the open enrollment period. but you'd be well served to search your state's marketplace this fall for another plan that starts january 1 2014. it's quite possible you'll find a less expensive insurance policy especially if you qualify for a subsidy. if you find a better plan you can drop cobra at the start of the year when your new plan kicks into place. if you then get a job that offers coverage you'll drop your marketplace coverage and be covered by your new employer.
can symptoms continue after gallstones are removed?,i had pigment gallstones which took about 10 years to be correctly diagnosed. after my gall bladder was removed i occasionally had the same pain and so i had an e. r. c. p which was clear. when the specialist told me it was clear he then asked me if i ever took padenine to which i said yes. he then asked if i had taken panadenine before my last attack to which i again answered yes. he then gave me some interesting news telling me that some people have a reaction to codeine which causes biliary colic and i should try staying away from codeine. that was 20 years ago and i have not had that pain again in all those years. i thank my lucky stars for meeting that wonderful doctor. i hope this may help some of you as it seems this problem is not so well known.
can kids contract pink eye from dress up costumes that might be available at nature center? . i am wanting to have a bee keeping suit at our honey bee exhibit that kids put on to see what it would be like to bee keeper. unfortunately our living history farm had costumes that kids could dress up in and had several visitors complain about their kids getting pink eye. if they can get it from the costumes is there any way to prevent the spread of it? . . . . thanks,bee-keeping hoods do not really touch the eyes and they appear to be well-ventilated so i would assume that it would not be very likely for the suit to be a major factor in transmitting microorganisms. most of the time an object of clothing may be blamed but in reality it was most likely unwashed contaminated hands that were the vector for pink eyes. you could try and disinfect the hoods between kids if that is possible or even logistically feasible.
what's the difference between the fat-burning mode and the cardio mode on the machines at the gym?,there are problems with the fat burning option on the cardio machines and it really ought to be eliminated. the idea behind the fat-burning option is this: because fat is denser than carbohydrate it requires more oxygen to burn. so to maximize the percentage of fat you burn compared to carbohydrate the fat-burning mode would have you work out at a pace at which your body can deliver lots of oxygen to your muscles. that generally means a slow pace to keep you from getting breathless. the problem is that when you exercise at a slower speed you burn fewer total calories -- from both carbohydrate and fat -- because you simply don't do as much work. further the way to get aerobically fit is to get your heart rate into the training range (usually 60% to 85% of your maximum heart rate) which is hard to do at slower speeds. and fitness is ultimately what you're after whether your goals are better health burning calories or improving heart and lung capacity. the bottom line is that the fat-burning mode probably won't be intense enough to maximize total calorie- or fat-burning or to help you increase or maintain optimum fitness levels. use the cardio mode to maximize your exercise benefits.
i took adderall for nine years but quit because of the side effects. now i'm gaining weight like crazy. what can i do?,you can see a rebound weight gain with any of the stimulants but it really happens for a short time and doesn't usually continue indefinitely. on the other hand we have seen compulsive binge eating in those with untreated adhd. eating disorders are common in adhd and are the result of untreated symptoms of impulsivity and distractibility. stimulants not only decrease appetite but also decrease the urge to binge in these cases.
how long would it take an ovary to grow back. had my left ovary removed on june 11th 2012 and in decembr of 2012 i had an left ovary and cyst back. i have no other female. parts,ovaries do not grow back so i suspect it was never removed. only the cyst.
what is the best otc medicine for any skin infection?,this really depends on what type of infection and how severe it is. typically if you have a small cut you can wash with soap and water and then apply a triple antibiotic ointment. if the infection on the skin appears red warm to the touch painful or oozing you will need to see your health care provider. skin infections can be very difficult to treat and can require prescription antibiotics if not taken seriously.
could taking valium result in a false positive on a pregnancy test?,no this would not be likely. pregnancy tests check for hcg a hormone that is chemically different than the valium.
i cut my finger and may have been exposed to hiv should i be tested?,hi why take chances? i recommend you to get tested as early as possible. better to be safe than to repent later. get a 4th generation pcrrna test done and take a prophylaxis soon. thanks
will a cortisone shot cause indigestion or heartburn?,corticosteroid injections commonly are given to relieve pain in the joints such as the elbow or the neck. the medication works by reducing inflammation which in turn can relieve pressure on a nerve and reduce pain. a corticosteroid shot for joint or soft tissue pain should not cause any side effect like indigestion. generally speaking the medication stays in the local area of the injection and does not travel throughout the body. corticosteroids also can be administered by injection into a vein. this type of injection is used to treat an allergic reaction or asthma. while it's unlikely this type of steroid injection would cause indigestion it's not impossible. if you received a cortisone shot for joint pain then your heartburn likely is not related. hope this helps!
is it okay to finish a pack of birth control and stop cold turkey?,i really don't see any harm in it. it's not a drug that you really have to wean off of. you should be fine to stop cold turkey.
what can i expect during week 30 of my pregnancy?,baby : your baby measures about 17 inches from head to toe and weighs about 3 pounds. baby is growing plumper and beginning to control its own body temperature. eyebrows and eyelashes are fully developed and hair on the head is getting thicker. head and body are now proportioned like a newborn's. hands are now fully formed and fingernails are growing. mom-to-be : your uterus is about four inches above your navel and it's hard to believe you still have about 10 weeks to go as baby continues to push on your ribs. you may be feeling more discomfort in your pelvis and abdomen. you'll probably be gaining about a pound a week. tip of the week : the membranes around the baby that contain the amniotic fluid are called the bag of waters. they usually do not break until just before the onset of labor but if it does break prematurely your risk of infection increases so call your practitioner immediately.
are there any over-the-counter solutions for nausea and vomiting?,this is a great question. but of course as a pharmacist i have to ask the patient a few questions too because we need to find out what is the root cause. could this be more of a virus running around and causing that nausea and vomiting because in that case it's really just flat coca-cola syrup over some ice and just letting it pass. if it becomes very violent though and they haven't been able to keep any food or water down you have to go in the emergency room because dehydration could cause more problems down the road. so you want to be really careful about that. if you are pregnant once again you can't really take the over-the-counter products that are available such as meclizine basically known as dramamine or also bonine. bonine is a chewable form of the product. these are not safe in pregnant women so therefore they have to go more the natural route. they could possibly try; there is a wristband that they could wear around their wrist to help prevent that as well. but if it's just for motion sickness because it was on a boat; which is very common for people or a train. the products that are available; dramamine and bonine are quite effective. they may cause a little bit of tiredness because they are actually antihistamines and by causing the drowsiness they are actually calming down the center in your brain that causes the nausea and vomiting. but once again as a pharmacist i am going to ask my patients a few questions first before i can help you find the right choice.
what are the symptoms of fertility problems?,infertility does not cause physical symptoms. infertility is a general term for a couple's inability to get pregnant after 1 year of having sex 2 to 3 times a week without using birth control methods. for women younger than age 30 with unexplained fertility problems some doctors will diagnose infertility and offer treatment to a couple only after 3 years of their trying to become pregnant. for women over 35 some doctors will offer testing and treatment after 6 months of trying to become pregnant. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
is it ok to spend a little time in the sun when taking hydrochlorothiazide which i take once a day?,hydrochlorothiazide can make your skin extra sensitive to the sun which means you will burn more easily or get a rash from sun exposure. while it is ok to spend some time in the sun i recommend you apply a sunscreen of at least spf 15 before doing so to avoid a reaction.
my husband is 29 and has facial paralysis may be developing synkinesis what can be done next?,hi from the history it does seem that his neurological status is deteriorating. its getting worse than it was before. i suggest he should see a neurologist at the earliest discuss the issue with him and get eeg and mri/ct brain done to rule out intra cranial pathologies. thanks
do testosterone boosters really work? . while many prescription treatments can increase those levels through injections or by topical aplication they often cause the body to further reduce its own production resulting in increasing dependance on the prescription. . many testosterone boosters claim they can trigger your body to produce more testosterone naturally and therefore not create a dependance. . do these over the counter supplements really boost testosterone levels? if so do they do it without further reducing natural production?,"personally i think those ""testosterone boosters"" are worthless but you have to make your own decision. herbal and over-the-counter non-drug therapies do not have to prove effacacy in the same way of prescription drugs."
say i choose a health insurance plan with a high deductible ($3 000) and a moderate premium ($3 300). isn't the true cost of annual coverage approximately $6 300 (not $3 300) as i will have to meet the deductible before any cost sharing begins?,that's the cost if you use enough services to meet your full deductible. you also need to factor in any other out-of-pocket costs. under the law insurers must cap you total spending at $6 350 per year but that amount does not include your premium which is the amount you pay each month for your health plan.
i had an acute ebv antibody test done and my results were all negative,hi no you can not rule out chronic ebv you need ebv nuclear antigen test to rule out chronic ebv ebv nuclear antigen is different from ebv antibody good luck
i get this itch in just one spot on the back of my head do you think it may be a reaction to medication?,more like a mole or wart trying to start maybe stress related also
puberty & hair color. my 10yr old granddaughter would like to have her hair colored. would doing this interrupt her puberty?,no. hair coloring will have no effect on puberty.
will radiation therapy cause my hair to fall out?,you may notice some hair loss but most often only in the treated area. if you do have hair loss it will usually occur suddenly and come out in clumps. in most cases the hair will grow back after therapy stops but it may be thinner or have a different texture. one way to minimize hair loss is to cut your hair short before treatment begins to make less weight on the hair shaft. if the hair loss occurs on top of your head be sure to wear a hat or a scarf to protect your scalp from the sun when you go outside. if you decide to purchase a wig ask the doctor to write a prescription for one and check to see if it's covered by your insurance or is a tax-deductible expense.
my teeth has gradually becoming yellow. what can be done?,i suggest you visit a dentist and get your teeth cleaned for gum pain and bleeding. for yellow teeth use baking soda salt and lemon juice paste to brush your teeth and then use normal tooth paste. use this paste twice a week only and it will give you good whitening. also you should maintain oral hygiene properly and use mouthwash after brushing. you can use peel of banana to rub on teeth for whitening but that is not applicable everywhere. visit the dentist soon to get relief from gum pain and bleeding. wish you a good dental health and happiness. for further information consult a dentist online --> <link>
i have had acid burning stomach pain for the past ten years i had a magic eye back then and revealed nothing apart from inflammation. been on many types of medication but dosent work everything i eat feels uncomfortable and i get a pain down my left arm. it woories me and i cant live with this any more im 35 years old. please can you help.,"most gi illnesses don't cause pain in one's arm and so i would suggest that your doctors make sure that this pain you are experiencing is not related to any potential heart disease. beyond this suggestion there are many potential causes of upper abdominal pain including acid reflux (which almost always improves on acid-reducting medications) helicobacter pylroi infection (which requires both acid-reducing medications and antibiotics) bile (alkaline) reflux gastritis (which does not respond to acid-reducing medications) hiatal hernias gallstones biliary dyskinesia (abnormal function of the galbladder and bile duct sphincter muscle) chronic pancreatitis kidney stones and irritable bowel syndrome among others. since i am not involved in your care i'm afraid that i really cannot speculate as to what precisely is causing your symptoms. i hope that you can find a good gastroenterologist who can try and help to sort things out for you. sincerely robert a. wascher md facs www. doctorwascher. com author ""a cancer prevention guide for the human race"" (2010)"
how accurate are glucose meters?,glucose meters are very accurate perhaps not as accurate as a laboratory test but certainly close enough less-expensive and convenient. if it is a new one (there are many different models) they have been well-tested for accuracy. if it is for you many insurance companies will pay for them including the test strips with a medical prescription.
i am a legal permanent resident over 65 years old with less than 5 years of permanent residency. . i'm not working my income is below 100% poverty level and i've not needed to file tax returns. can i get tax credits/subsidies considering my age and income? should the income level be between 100 and 400% and age be less than 65 for government subsidies?,even though you are above age 65 if you do not qualify for either medicare or medicaid you can apply for coverage in the exchange/marketplace. generally subsidies are only available to people between 100% and 400% of the federal poverty level but there is an exception for legal immigrants who do not qualify for medicaid because they have not been in the country for 5 years. so based on your income and legal residency status you should qualify for a premium subsidy to purchase a private policy on the exchange/marketplace.
severe pain in left ear. randomly i get pretty severe pain in my left ear. when looking straight its pretty painful but when i turn my head to the left it becomes an almost unbearable pain. it seems to come on at complete random and has been happening for about a year. the pain usually only lasts for a few hours but its happening often enough now that its starting to make me wonder if there is something wrong that i need to get checked out.,of course you need to get it checked out. i am surprised that it took you a year to get to this point. there are many many causes of ear pain including many causes that do not involve the ear itself. it is going to take a thorough systemic diagnostic work-up to get to the bottom of this year-long issue.
what could be the reason for blurred vision following a hit on the eye?,after trauma with the ball there could be many things that can cause blurring. it could be a simple eyelid swelling or small abrasion on the cornea the front transparent surface of the eye. other causes may be inflammation in the eye or blood inside the eye called hyphema. sometimes after trauma pupil dilated due to sphincter muscle damage and that also produces blurring. lens subluxation or small vitreous hemorrhage can also cause blurring. after trauma with the ball there may be swelling in the back of the eye (retina) called commotio retinae - berlin's edema. so you need a complete eye examination from an eye specialist so that the exact cause of blurring could be established and treated if needed. after trauma with the ball there may be orbital bone fracture and double vision. also there is a risk of retinal detachment in life time and this may manifest as flashes floaters or a sudden decreased vision or a curtain in the field. so my advice is to go to your eye specialist and get your eyes checked. he will treat you accordingly. for further information consult an eye care ophthalmologist online --> <link>
i have symptoms like fever abdominal pain headache joint pain nausia very weakness disorders of bowel bleeding a lot?,these results are not of a specific concern please state you age sex medical history what are the bowel disorders you told about? where from do you bleed? do you drink alcohols? how was your fever and when did it go away? seems like your doctor is just putting you on some vitamins and anti anxiety medications…
what are the potential risks of marijuana use during pregnancy?,it has been proven that cannabis use can lead to neurocognitive impairment. the damage may not be apparent immediately but as the brain develops the impairment would become obvious. equally important are the legal ramifications of cannabis use during pregnancy. in most states child protective services (cps) would be immediately notified of the presence of illicit drugs. findings could very well lead to the child becoming a ward of the court upon birth.
6 year old diagnosed with warts; size of a wart red full of fluid on body that is warm. is it really warts?,"i wish that i could answer that for you but i have no way of examining your child to offer an opinion. i can tell you that warts are not filled with fluid and are ""warm"". molluscum contagiosum are common in kids but these too are not filled with fluid or warm."
can an inner ear problem cause severe car sickness?,yes. motion sickness can be an inner ear disorder but the can be many different causes of vertigo.
my daughter took her first dose of augmentin and about an hour later she vomited. is vomiting a common side effect?,yes vomiting is a side effect of the medication. it is important that you give your child this medication with some food or milk because it can be harsh on the stomach. if she continues to vomit after the second or third dose of the medication contact your doctor or health-care provider; it may be necessary to switch her to a different antibiotic.
can you detrimine the ethnic race of a child through a ultrasound,hi i don't think so. as its just a black and white print.
why is hair coming off on my hands while shampooing? . i am a 21 year old male there is no history of male pattern baldness in the immediatte family and this only started about 3 weeks ago. until then i had never experienced any such issue.,not knowing anything about you your medical history state of health nutritional habits etc. it would be impossible for me to guess the reason(s) you may be losing hair but i can tell you that hair occurs in two stages: active growing and the resting stage. hair in the resting state tends to break off. like other mammals we tend to shed certain times of the year. see a dermatologist for a first-hand evaluation and a patient-specific answer.
spots appeared on my areola now flaking?,hi. these spots need to be assessed by a dermatologist as soon as you can. protective measures can be taken avoid sun exposure. get a mammography. follow up with a gynecologist.
does water therapy ease the pain of psoriatic arthritis?,water therapy (hydrotherapy or aqua therapy) is a program of exercises performed in a large pool. water therapy may be easier on painful joints from psoriatic arthritis because the water takes some of the weight off the affected areas. appropriate recreational exercise also may be beneficial but only if it is preceded by a program of range-of-motion strength and aerobic exercises to reduce the chance of injury. regardless of the exercise program you select it's important to choose one you enjoy so that you maintain it. before beginning any new exercise program discuss exercise options with your doctor. also begin new exercise programs under the supervision of a physical therapist or qualified professional preferably one who has experience working with psoriatic arthritis patients. furthermore it's important to know that improper exercise programs may worsen psoriatic arthritis. check with your doctor or therapist before starting an exercise program and adjust your program if you experience any of the following: unusual or persistent fatigue. increased weakness. decreased range of motion. increased joint swelling. continuing pain (lasting more than an hour after exercising).
do i have telogen effluvium? i have lost 75% of my hair and doctors can find no cause or solution - what do i do? . i am a female (33) and experiencing extreme hair loss for 3 1/2 years. i have lost at least 75% of my hair. blood tests for thyroid and kidneys are normal. and negative results of pcos. i have a bmi of 19 and am moderately active. i take daily vitamins and supplements and there has been no change or improvement. i experience stress but nothing different over the last 3 years. there is no family history of hair loss or hair thinning. i took birth control for 10 years but do not take it now.,"it is unlikely that telogen effluvium. the loss of hair that is in the ""resting stage"" would result in progressive loss of 75% of your scalp hair. have you seen a high-level dermatologist. one that is associated with a large university-based medical center. dear dr moser i have only been to my gp and gyno about this. both say they have 'no answer'. my thyroid and kidney function is 'normal'. i have not been referred to a dermatologist because neither dr think it is a dermatological 'issue' as the quality of my hair has not changed (still soft fine shinny silky) and my scalp appears healthy. i still believe there must be a cause for this sudden and dramatic hair loss. should i still pursue a second opinion?"
i'm a 77 year old male taking testosterone shots and using viagra but it is difficult to have an orgasm reason?,i would not be possible to determine a patient-specific reason for your lack of orgasm so i would strongly suggest that you make an appointment to see a urologist.
i have fibromyalgia and i have flare ups all the time?,if your doctor is quite sure that you have fibromyalgia u should go for physiotherapy. one of the best options better i am astonished why most doctors do not give this treatment that attention and rapidly go for medicationshope this may help. 🙂
i have a stiff neck a stomach that doesn’t digest and swollen eyes?,hi this may be due to reflux or ibs. take pre/probiotics with digestive enzymes for better digestion. avoid spicy/junk food. swollen eyes can be due to local eye problems or due to impaired renal functions. get blood urea and serum creatinine checked. thanks
why are some people losing their health insurance coverage?,some plans are being cancelled because they don't comply with the new requirements of the law. but there are new plans available so they'll need to switch plans. they won't lose insurance coverage.
i had an accident four weeks back and injured my foot,hi the image you have posted is not sharp enough. a fracture cannot be entirely ruled out though. now that you have already applied a plaster continue with it. take adequate rest analgesics and calcium / vitamin d3 supplements. thanks
i have a cluster of tiny water like blisters on my tailbone. it is red all around it and very painful. please help.,"you cannot be accurately diagnosed over the internet so you will need to see your medical provider for that all-important hands-on evaluation. when one mentions ""painful clusters of blisters"" the first consideration would be herpes simplex or herpes zoster (shingles). please get it checked out and properly treated."
really bad stomach pain back shooting pains very bad headaches = what possibly? . i have a friend who's 17 and has had this going on for slightly over 2 weeks now and just wanted to try to help her maybe figure out what's wrong before going to the doctor,these are vague and non-specific symptoms. unfortunately it would be impossible to blindly diagnose your friend based on such little information. this person should be seen by a medical provider so he/she can be properly examined diagnosed and treated -- three things that cannot be accomplished over the internet.
lowering triglycerides and increasing hdl. hello i am east indian and my family has history of heart diseases. i am 29-year-old male. i recently went through cholesterol checkup. my hdl is 34 and triglycerides is 188. i exercise regularly (90 minutes everyday) and i eat balanced diet. my height is 5. 9 and weight is 159 lbs with 13% of body fat. i am vegetarian and i drink beer once a week. ldl is 94 and total cholesterol is 162. blood pressure is 120/80. . what can i do to reduce triglycerides and increase hdl?,hi there are3 things that can really help you these are cayenne pepper turmeric and garlic all you have to is google all 3 for cholesterol and your see why cp will clean your blood along with garlic and the turmeric will get you triglycerides under control and keep them that way. below is a post of mine i put this out sometimes daily on here. the way out and clearing away plaque would be to get on cayenne pepper turmeric and garlic take this each morning and see how you go. its all very healthy for you. you just mix cp and turmeric 50/50 in olive oil and then mix with tomato paste and thin it with olive oil at first you just mix this to a heat that suits you and over time you can slowly increase the cp and turmeric. you take 3 teaspoonfuls each morning first thing you wash each spoonful down with water before anything else just after you get up one thing it will warm you up with this which will also help would be very fine chopped garlic just do a whole head chopped fine and keep in olive oil with this you add dried parsley a couple of good desert spoonful’s and mix you just add a teaspoonful on top of the cp an turmeric mix just mix into the top take as said. the parsley its very good for the blood and helps keep your cholesterol down. please do keep both jars in the fridge keeps a lot better that way. now if you google and read up about all three there very good for ed your cholesterol heart and prostate and ra garlic is also very good for your blood so along with the cp and turmeric your be doing your body the world of good. at first you really need to be taken this 3 times a day the other 2 times just before meals for 2 weeks then just twice a day for 2 weeks then just the once at first thing in the mornings great way to start the day. and yes have had ed now in recovery and do take what is above daily along with other supplements and a hormone. so do hope this helps you. good luck ps this really needs a 12 week trail to see if its going to work for you if its for ra do increase it up the stronger it is the better it works for you. don’t forget to up the amount of cp and turmeric as you go on.
my daughter is five years old and just passed a bowel movement with blood?,if she had constipation and stool was rock hard there is possibility that she injured her rectum also some foods and medication gives blood apearance like for example too much tomatoes can cause exactly what you described if non of the above then i recommend seeing your pediatric doctorgood luck
after being attacked and suffering with a subconjunctival hemorrhage i dont know what to do?,first i recommend further evaluation including workup for systemic hypertension bleeding disorders systemic and ocular malignancies and drug side effects. do you use contact lenses. ? drugs? any medical problems? do you sleep enough or are you under stress recently? i expect your reply.
pain shoots up my back with constipation is it endometriosis?,hi endometriosis seems less likely. such changes usually occur if your body is undergoing severe hormonal changes during periods. this does happens at this age and is usually known to recover spontaneously. taking anti spasmodics will help. a ultrasonography of abdomen is surely indicated. thanks
what are side effects after liposuction. pink color patches on the skin round liposuction,"liposuction is generally considered safe but people should understand there are now several different ""flavors"" of liposuction. these include traditional ""tumescent"" liposuction non-invasive cryoliposuction (cool lipo) and laser liposuction. the answer to your question depends a bit on what type of liposuction you had done. if you had traditional (tumescent) liposuction in which fluid was injected under your skin before the fat being sucked out with a metal wand called a cannula then pinkness around the cannula sites may not be unusual. if the pink spots are near the incision sites this also may simply be normal bruising. with traditional liposuction there is always some level of bruising to the treated areas afterwards. because you have questions about these pink patches i'd suggest you call the surgeon who performed your liposuction procedure to find out what's going on. he or she is in the best position to tell you if you're experiencing normal healing or if something else is going on. wishing you all the best! hello this is really a good question here we have some of the most common side effects of liposuction: scars swelling bruises pain reduced mobility just to make it clear side effects differ from complications in the fact that the side effects always take place after an invasive liposuction surgery while complication may never appear! as for the pink patches can you please tell me which liposuction technique did you opt for (tumescent ultrasonic laser etc) for more info on the side effects have a look here: <link>#side_effects"
what are the different types of common skin rashes?,"whether it is used by patients or doctors the word ""rash"" does not have an exact meaning or refer to a specific disease or kind of disorder. it's a general term that means an outbreak of bumps on the body that changes the way the skin looks and feels. rashes can be localized to one area or be widespread. the way people use this term a rash can refer to many different skin conditions. common categories of rash are: scaly patches of skin not caused by infection. scaly patches of skin produced by fungal or bacterial infection. red itchy bumps or patches all over the body. although rashes are seldom dangerous self-diagnosis is not usually a good idea. proper evaluation of a skin rash requires a visit to a doctor or other health care professional."
how would an emergency aid physician handle a 100 degree fever in a three year-old. so i'm a novelist trying to figure out a hospital scene in my latest work. my character has just taken her son to the hospital because they both have fevers of over 100 (she is at 100 her three year-old is at 103) and she is basically in a panic. . they both have mono (the mother had it first and transferred it to her son unknowingly) and i've done research to find how a doctor would treat this. what i need to know is how the physician would break the fever. . thank you very much.,a few problems with your story. 1. fever is harmless; both the 103 and the 100. it is unlikely that an experienced physician would do anything. fever is more beneficial and does not need to be treated at all. 2. mono is a virus and it is not treatable either
a girl made out with a guy with a large cold sore on his lip then qucikly kissed me 5 mins after will i get cold sores? . it the guy i think she made out with the guy about 10 to 5 min before me then kissed me on the lips for a short time(it was more like a peck) then will i het herpes? i did not know she made out with the guy until i already kissed her,"maybe. if the herpes virus was active at the time that virus may (not always) transmit to another person. based on what you have shared that ""peck"" on the lips is not very likely to transmit the virus to you. unfortunately only time will provide the definitive answer. if you end up getting a similar herpetic lesion on your lip then the answer will be obvious. there is really no need to stress out over this and there is nothing that you can do. exposure does not insure that you will get herpes simplex (the name for the lip lesion)."
why do i feel constantly tired? . some people suggest i need to exercise more. my boss thinks all employees perform better if we do 30 minutes exercise per day. this doesn't work for me. i'm feeling worse. what could be wrong here?,what does your diet consist of? if it is high in processed sugar you are going to burn that quickly and become tired. if you eat more foods that have complex carbohydrates such as grains rather than simple carbohydrates such as sugar. also make sure you don't skip meals and always eat breakfast. that will make sure you have a constant energy supply. also rome wasn't built in a day. exercise if good for the body; remember you only have one body so make the best of it. start with light exercise and work your way up. you are going to feel tired at first because you are not use to it. but once it becomes a habit you should start feeling better.
21 weeks pregnant i’ve got reddish ring circles…,no drug is considered 100% safe to use during pregnancy. always better to check first
my dad is having difficulty breathing as a result of heart failure and 250mcg of digoxin as prescribed?,hi are you giving him any other drug besides digoxin like aspirin or acid reflux for example? digoxin have drug interaction with many other drugs my opinion this is a drug interaction good luck
hypothyroidism. i just had my blood works done and my doctor saw that my calcium levels are slightly above my normal range. my potassium has been low for quite some time now as well. for the past 5 to 6 years i have been feeling tired intermittently. i don't sleep well and when i wake up (even with 8 hours of sleep) i don't feel rested. also i've noticed that i've been having low-grade fever. i seem to be more sensitive to cold weather. i noticed also that i can feel some hot areas on my skin.,it does sound to me that you very well may be suffering from hypothyroidism or at least a sluggish thyroid but it cannot be known for sure without more test results. what tests did your doctor run exactly? if he suspects it may by a thyroid issue he definitely should have ran a tsh free t3 and free t4 test at very least as well as some other tests that may will greatly improve the chances of diagnosing this correctly. without them it is hard to say because hypothyroidism can have overlapping symptoms with other disorders many of which can also be discovered through a comprehensive hormone test. i strongly recommend you getting one done if your doctor has not already.
what do you do after a bleaching treatment? can i brush my teeth?,there is a whole set of postoperative instructions for bleaching treatment. these include avoiding red colored drinks and foods for 2 days and avoiding coffee and tobacco. brushing and flossing are essential to keep up your oral health and your whitening result. in my office we give patients a post-op instruction sheet to follow. ask your dentist for one.
what authority says what normal fasting blood sugar should be and why has it gone frome 140 to 100 for it to be normal,"it is no one particular ""authority"" but careful recommendations made by multiple medical experts based on extensive scientific studies and investigations. these are not just random numbers pulled out of the air."
my wife is in her fifties and hasn't had a period in over three years. could she still get pregnant?,"get off the pills! i was taking ortho-tricycline for years 50 yrs old ended up in hospital with ""cardiac event"" got to choose a cardiologist chewed me out royally for taking birth control pills @ my age (and my gyno had recommended them to help me sail through menopause). little did i know they could have killed me. cause high blood pressure blood clots--i was a heart attack waiting to happen and dr. said i definitely was headed for a stroke! get the blood test to show if you are in menopause to know for sure. use condoms get a hysterectomy whatever but don't kill yourself! when young the pill is great; no place for the over 50 crowd."
could i be pregnant after 5 months of a tubal ligation. first i want say i fell in that 1% category with my last child in 2011 with the ten year copper iud. i had my tubes tied 09/2013 i have been experiencing nauseous fatigue lastnite i noticed my breast swollen and real full as if a was getting ready to breast feed. my lmp was 1/25/2013 the breast is what has me questioning myself. my usual signs of starting my period is just bloating that's it. i'm 35 and have five children so i would know my body.,it would depend on if your tubes were tied or cauterized. when tubes are tied they can come untied therefore it is possible to get pregnant. if they were cauterized then no you could not be pregnant.
i have a small circle on my penis that looks like a scar. i have only been with 1 girl and i was her only sexual partner. have madturbated frequently no itch burn or pain just a flat smooth circle,the late seanhh is here to the rescue trying to sell the same snake oil/cream. guys baby oil will do just as good for penis health and far cheaper. ok
i am an epileptic but i have been feeling especially dizzy lately?,what drugs are you using for epilipsy? what type of epilipsy do u have?
how soon does botox injections relieve pain. had injections on 1/7 should pain be relieved by now,this is a good question. most people associate botulinum toxin (one common brand is botox) with celebrities and cosmetic wrinkle reduction. however botulinum toxin serves real medical purposes too and one of them is pain relief. (here is an article about botulinum toxin injections to relieve lower back pain. ) botulinum toxin is a powerful muscle relaxant. in general it takes five to seven days for botulinum toxin to fully take effect. it's definitely not a product that takes effect instantly. since you only received your injections two days ago i'd advise you wait at least another week to allow the medication to work. you don't say what type of pain you got botox injections for. you need to know that botulinum toxin for pain relief doesn't work in all people. and in some people it only works after receiving several rounds of injections (usually about three months apart). hope this helps!
my right hand and feet are always cold and sometimes tingly. what could that mean? . my right foot always goes tingly when i'm lying down for bed as if it is asleep so i move it around with no affect. my right hand goes cold a lot but my left appendages are just fine.,the tingling idk about. but the coldness in hands and feet can be normal. ? for years now my feet are always cold even if i have socks on. it cold.
can you smoke bath salts,if you are crazy. or have a desire to be crazy.
i've had post-menopausal bleeding blood-tinged vaginal discharge and pelvic discomfort for 6 months. any thoughts? . i sometimes develop an ache in my abdominal area that spreads down to my thighs. it is not painful just an achey feeling. (i've had the achey-leg symptom for years. ) my last period was sept. 2011. my doctor felt a 'fullness' on the right side of my pelvic region which was slightly painful upon palpitation. she scheduled an ultrasound for next week. i take no meds. i have no other symptoms. any thoughts on the post menopausal bleeding blood-tinged vaginal dishcarge and fullness?,hi a blood test will give all the right answers on the state of your hormones and from these it will tell her just were you are in the menopause or you have had it. good luck
i was diagnosed with acute pharyngitis and came home haven't been able to eat barely drink feel ill. is this normal? . i was perscribed motrin 600 mg and zithromax for it and i took some of each at the emergency room. pretty much immediately started feeling nauseous wanted to throw up went back and she told me that i needed to eat food with it. went home and had a little food but later vomited anyway. had diarrea chest pains stomache pains woke up twice with extreme waves of anxiety the second time i threw up. i haven't been able to keep food down and am trying desperately to keep water down. is this ok?,it is normal to feel sick for a day or two when you have acute pharyngitis. the nausea could be caused by the antibiotic or just by being sick. try to eat something if you can -- anything. but if you can't keep water or liquids down you need to let your doctor know. you don't want to become dehydrated. also if you're not starting to feel better after a couple of days give your doctor a call. several of the symptoms you describe such as diarrhea chest pains and stomach pains are not symptoms of pharyngitis so that's something you need to discuss with your doctor to see if something else is going on.
my baby's poop is light tan and clay-like. it has a bad odor and a small amount of blood. should i call the doctor?,i would definitely encourage you to contact your doctor. . finding blood in the stool can have many causes including infectious milk allergy/intolerance and intestinal bleeding.
frequent urination without pain or burning sensation. experiencing urination problem mostly during day times. gender-male. frequency - every 2r to 2. 5 hours[ some time urge to urinate start after a hour]. urine test- normal urine routine test done[no infection]. pain- no pain or burning sensation. diabetics- tested rbs[ it was normal 98]. intake of water- 2 lit. duration of symptom- last 20 days. passes normal amount of urine is passed. the color of urine is pale yellow color and some time i feel urination within 30 minutes gap that time i get clear white color urine.,have trouble empty my bladder i pee an strain an then pee again i get really tired have had viral chf sine 2000
"can my doctor write a prescription for a ""sample"" that he is out of in the office? . i don't want to have to pay for a whole prescription in order to test out dosage strength and my doctor is out.","samples are provided by pharmaceutical reps for this purpose but they are dispensed from your doctor's hand to the patient's hand. they cannot legally be dispensed by the office staff. a written prescription cannot be given or used for ""samples"". you may have to wait for your doctor to return."
how will someone like me receive coverage that actually covers me? . i am unemployed but not poverty-stricken and have two pre-existing conditions. how am i going to be covered for these types of pre-existing conditions?,pre-existing conditions will no longer prevent you from being sold a health plan. insurers are now prohibited from taking a person's health into consideration. you also cannot be charged more for your plan because of the state of your health. given your situation you may qualify for medicaid because many states are expanding the program's eligibility. otherwise you can look to your state's health insurance marketplace for a private insurance policy. you're likely to qualify for financial assistance that will lower the cost of your plan.
coworker says that gluten is addictive in the same manner as an opiate and in fact hits the same receptors is this true? . a coworker says he isn't celiac but is sensitive to gluten. he also claims that it is an addiction and in fact gluten hits the same receptors in the brain as opioids. in fact not wanting to just give up gluten is a sign that your addicted. this all of course sounds like nonsense to me. i couldn't find any unbiased answer via google as far as the opioid/gluten link. though celiac is only 1% of the population he claims that 1 in 8 actually are sensitive but just don't know it. . thanks . alex,"first off whenever someone makes strong claims like that always ask them for the research they use to support those claims. because what happens is a complicated scientific manner gets translated into simple terms and a lot of the key information is lost. it's like a bad game of telephone. there is a theory called the ""opioid excess theory"" that certain people do not fully breakdown proteins such as gluten or casein and they remain as peptides that have an opioid-like effect. it has been hypothesized that long-term exposure to opiate peptides can affect the brain. it is thought that these peptides bind to opioid receptors in the brain which is similar to morphine-like substances. this is why gluten free diets are sometimes recommended for children with autism or attention deficit disorder. unfortunately there is not clear evidence that this diet works for every child suffering with such problems although there is quite a bit of antidotal evidence. i don't know of any research showing this occurs with gluten insensitive individuals. this is more of a theory focused on children with behavioral issues that may be applicable for teh general population but that is a big may. we need more research! always check with your healthcare provider before making chagnes in your diet such as giving up gluten."
i have been having a lot of pelvic pain over the last 6mo. i have had two c-sections and have pcos?,hi sacroiletis uti or slipped disc can mimick these complaints. get mri done. also get a recent usg to assess the cyst size whether they have increased or have remained the same. thanks
what causes hand shakeing,"you ask a good question. shaky hands are actually not that uncommon and there are several possible causes. involuntary shaking is called "" tremor. "" tremor can affect the hands head and even the voice. several medical conditions can cause tremor including parkinson's disease liver failure alcoholism side effects from medications certain antidepressants and even certain types of poisoning. perhaps the most common cause of tremor is a condition called ""essential tremor. "" it is not dangerous. it tends to run in families. it can be annoying -- and it will never get better -- but at least it's not life-threatening or anything like that. if your hands have recently begun shaking you should see a doctor to rule out any underlying medical issue like parkinson's disease. if your tremor is caused by a medical condition chances are it can be treated. your doctor can also tell you if you have essential tremor. wishing you well! we get hand shaking while we start new activity which we never face before. its a common problem. this problem more effect in student when they start their writing. even master degree students we can see that they get suffering from thesis writing. i had also face this problem. it was when i doing my pg. but i could avoid my handshaking by coming of thesis writing service. thesis writing service is one of best and cheapest writing service which is more useful to outlining structuring and formatting essays document for students. thesis writing service provide writing tips for students."
my 11 year old recently started her period. she has a period every 14 days and it lasts for six days. is this normal?,"yes this can be common as it can take up to two years after the first period for the ovaries to completely mature and produce regular ovulations every month. in the early years of menstruation estrogen production is more than adequate to build up a thickened lining in the uterus. but without regular ovulations not enough progesterone is made. as you may know in a normal cycle estrogen is produced all month. estrogen is responsible for building up the lining of your uterus so you have something to shed each month. in a normal cycle progesterone production increases following ovulation. progesterone ""stabilizes"" the uterine lining in preparation for a possible implantation of a new pregnancy. if you are not pregnant that month the levels of estrogen and progesterone fall triggering the release of the uterine lining—your period. so if you do not ovulate the estrogen build up of the lining continues but without the usual ovulation associated progesterone. thus the hormone levels don't decline and the lining stays up inside the uterus as a missed/late period. alternatively the lining can begin to shed under its own weight producing prolonged and erratic bleeding--this is likely what has happened to her. another way inadequate progesterone production from missed ovulations can create too heavy a flow is as follows. simply stated if the uterine lining is like grass or lawn estrogen is like the fertilizer (causes proliferation and a thickening of the lining ) and progesterone is like the lawnmower (keeps the lining thin by three different mechanisms). this is why depoprovera (high dose synthetic progesterone) brings about a thin lining and why birth control pills (relatively progesterone dominant) bring about shorter lighter periods. it is also why women who miss ovulations (no progesterone produced) are at a greater risk for too thick lining. lastly less than 10% of adolescent women with heavy menstrual bleeding have an undiagnosed blood clotting disorder. this would be more likely if she had a family history of von willebrand's syndrome. given the duration of her bleeding i would urge you to have her see either your gyn a pediatrician or your family md. a short course of hormones may be helpful in stopping this distressing bleeding pattern yes it is nothing to worry about. this could mean instead of one egg a month she produces 2. i get mine every 14 das alsoand always have and i am 22. my mom had the same thing."
i recently had unprotected oral sex with ex boyfriend. he ejaculated in my mouth but did not swallow used mouth wash. i used mouth wash after. he is hiv negative and gives blood a few times a year with red cross. i heard red cross say that he was ok to give blood i am also negative with hiv. is there any risk?,the risk of contracting hiv through this one episode of oral sex. assuming you are both hiv negative. is nil.
my wife is 27 weeks pregnant and accidently took our dogs medicine of cephalexin. 1 pill 500mg what do we do?,hi what you wife took is just antibiotic and should not affect her being pregnant from info on it. so just sit back relax. good luck
what is the relationship between sleep aids such as tylenol pm and glaucoma? . on otc sleep aids the directions say that those who have glaucoma should not take these substances. why ot?,many in the medical field consider otc sleeping aids to be a controversial treatment for insomnia. caution should be exercised before taking of these medications even by individuals who do not possess a comorbid conditions such as glaucoma. these otc sleeping aids typically contain antihistamines such as diphenhydramine. this active ingredient may provide a sedative effect. it may also produce an anticholinergic effect on the body. one of those anticholinergic effects can cause the pupil to dilate and obstruct eye drainage. it could possibly increase eye pressure to unsafe levels. this phenomenon occurs more often with closed angle than open angle glaucoma. it is suggested to discuss the type of glaucoma that was diagnosed and to determine if otc sleeping aids will precipitate a closed angle glaucoma emergency.
i am a 21 year old female previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder i have developed a muscle spasm that resembles a tic along my right arm?,i usually only drink around two cups of coffee throughout my school day so about 10am to 6:30pm. weekends i might have a cup. i currently am on no medications. stress is a likely factior? is this something that is going to go away soon or will this constantly be something that i have to deal with.
what causes miscarriages? . i have a 5 year old daughter and had no complications with that pregnancy. last year my husband and i suffered a miscarriage and another one this year. will this continue to occur? will i be able to carry full term again?,hi please do read through this link from the uk's nhs your find its packed with info that should help you to understand things a lot better. <link> just copy link into google to the www. to open and read. hope this helps you both but do keep trying my wife had one and went for a d&c one of the women she was in had 10 miss's and was in for her third d&c should give you some hope then. good luck
what treatment should i get for nerve root compression?,we are here to help you. i understand such radicular pain is very troublesome. for pain i advise the following. kindly consult your specialist doctor discuss with him or her and take treatment with consent. a combination of pregabalin and methylcobalamin. to do hot fomentation of the affected area and apply diclofenac ointment locally. to get physiotherapy done particularly ultrasonic heat massage. ssri (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) like duloxetine helps in long term. tramadol can be taken for pain relief. but if the nerve compression is very severe causing motor weakness and tingling on any side of the body then surgical intervention would be required. for further information consult an internal medicine physician online --> <link>
lump in the armpit? . i have a lump in my left armpit from the outside it just looks like a rash the skin is reddish and just slightly elevated but that is unrecognizable until you touch it but it is painful to touch. also it hurts when i stretch my arm upwards and even when i'm resting on my left arm and any sort of pressure is put on it. the pain keeps fluctuating past few days it's been better but its still there. i've had this lump for more than two weeks now. i'm a 19 yr old female have hypothyroid am overweight,probably an abcess or boil. use warm compresses to try to get it to pop if you are unable to get it to head to pop get to a doctor as they will have to lance it in order to get the infection out. ive had two in my armpit and my hubby had one in his belly button they hurt like outrageously bad until they finally pop.
should i put my son back in pull ups? . my four year old son was fully potty trained until my husband and i started our divorce. the daycare he attends wants to put him back into pull ups but i feel that would be back-tracking. what should i do?,it is okay to use pull-ups in day-care. for now otherwise you may be looking for another place for him to be during the day. many day-care facilities require that he be completely potty-trained. he is going through a very rough time with the divorce so this may take time and understanding. if need be you can consult a child psychologist to help him but things should improve. absolutely no punishment if he soils or wets a pull-ups but positive reinforcement is important when he does use the potty. do not talk about the divorce in front of him or allow him to overhear you on the phone when you are talking to your friends. reassure him that his parents love him and that this will not change. he may be very worried about moving. or living in two different houses. so you need to help him. the divorce was not his fault but he is suffering too.
i have type ii diabetes. what is the best form of exercise for my condition? . i take metformin twice a day and insulin in the evening. i would like a recommendation on a good exercise program especially since i have a busy and sometimes inconsistant schedule.,most helpful answer the easy answer would be any exercise. find an activity that you like. it can be as simple as walking (aerobic) or even taking up a sport like tennis. the best exercise program is really one that you will do on a regular consistent basis at least three or more times per week. find a partner - it is easier to exercise with a friend.
how does age affect fertility?,as women reach their thirties they experience a decline in fertility. furthermore complications during pregnancy are more common when women reach age 35. age-related decline in fertility may be due in part to the following: a decrease in the number and health of the eggs to be ovulated. changes in the hormones resulting in altered ovulation. fewer number of eggs. a decrease in sperm counts. a decrease in the frequency of intercourse. the presence of other medical and gynecologic conditions such as endometriosis which may interfere with conception.
can i get herpes from sharing a pipe? . so i just shared a pipe with a friend i suspect may have a cold sore on his lip. it was a visible scab he claimed it was from hot oil on his face but lets assume it is herpes. i would wipe off the tip of the glass pipe pretty good on my shirt and waited to hit it several seconds after passed to me. i am paranoid now. i just got home and brushed my teeth and used listerine. how likely is it i have herpes now?,herpes simplex virus can be spread in that manner if this person had herpes and you were susceptible to getting it. since many people have antibodies for herpes already from a past infection (even from a child) you may not be susceptible. if you are then keep in mind that not all exposed people will get it. if you were exposed only time will tell. herpes can take several weeks to a few months after exposure before you may see an herpetic break out. sadly brushing your teeth using listerine and wiping off that pipe beforehand did not lower your risk.
i wake up nauseated and i get diarrhea each morning. foods that i would normally eat for breakfast i can not stomach.,i have experienced this on several occasions. once is was related to new medication i began taking. the next it was associated with stress and one other time it was the early symptoms of gallbladder stones.
my mouth is turning from brown to pink what is happening?,hi. these are signs of changes in the cells of the skin and the underlying soft tissuesin that region. this can be due to various conditions like infection vitamin deficiencies or early stages of inflammation. consult a surgeon and get the necessary investigations done. local cream and vitamin tablets should help till then. thanks
can my health insurance deny maternal/prenatal care to my dependent if the coverage started in january of 2014?,it's possible yes. if you get your insurance at work the affordable care act does require that young adults up to the age of 26 remain covered. however your company may not be required to cover maternity. though maternity coverage is part of the essential health benefits that individual and small business plans must cover many large employers are exempt from having to comply with this part of the law for dependents.
taking monocycline50mg twice a day and terbinafine250mg twice a day. do they interact with each other? . im taking minocycle 50mg twice a day for my acne. and the terbinafine 250mg twice a day for toe fungus. do they interact? is it okay with taking these two medicines?,"you're smart to think about potential drug interactions. whenever you have questions about prescription medications you can check with a pharmacist. pharmacists represent a great resource for all types of drug-related questions including potential interactions. in fact it's a good idea to get all of your prescriptions filled at the same pharmacy. that way the pharmacist is more likely to catch potential drug interactions before you even receive the pills. i'm not a pharmacist myself but i don't believe there's any interaction between minocycline and terbinafine oral. one is an antibiotic and the other an antifungal. generally i believe these two drug classes ""play nice"" together. however you should ask your healthcare provider. if your provider knew you were taking minocycline he or she would not prescribe terbinafine unless it was safe to do so. wishing you well!"
i've been told my current health insurance carrier will not offer health insurance after 12/31/13. . i have applied over the phone and contacted them four more times as they keep telling me that they have a glitch in their system. the insurance company is ma healthconnector and on the last call they told me not to call again that they would contact me. i am very concerned because this has been going on since october and i can't get a response.,the ma healthconnector is the ma insurance exchange -- an online tool where you can compare and shop for health plans. it is not an insurance company. do you recall signing up for a plan through a particular health insurance company such as tufts or ma blue cross blue shield? if so i suggest you call them directly to see if your application is in process.
my husband has schizophrenia controled with appropriate medication. why might he be sleeping 18 hours a day this month? . his medication has not changed. his stressors have not changed. he smokes and has a chronic cough now. after he is up for an hour he is so sleepy he goes back to bed. he has sleep apnea and uses his cpap when sleeping. i'm very concerned.,you need to have his levels checked. the medication his is on can be toxic and needs to be checked regularly. other symptoms of the toxic levels can be change in behavior confusion and return of his unmedicated schizophrenia behaviors.
i have to get a hepatitis a vaccination. what if i already contracted it (raw food) how do i know i don't have it? !,you can have a blood test to see if you have hep a or have antibodies from a previous infection. the hep a vaccination will not hurt you if you have or have had hep a in the past.
i’ve been having this right side pain for some time now my stomach is hurting as well?,hi. so sorry to hear about your problem. pain on right side is probably due to gallstone and you should get an x ray and mri scan done for confirmation. also along with it if you have stool obstruction then stool softeners laxative and a fibre rich diet can help. hope this helps.
is protonix safe for reflux in pregnancy?,there's actually been no studies done in pregnant women in the use of protonix. so at this point it is not recommended. now there are some situations where a physician may deem it completely fine for them to take but once again that doctor is going to monitor that pregnant patient pretty closely to make sure it's okay. but once again we don't have any study data available to find out if it's safe or not. so right now it is not recommended.
what are abortive medications for migraines?,the effective and safe medication to abort migraine attack is ginger. one can take dry ginger powder in a dose of 1 to 2 gm twice a day as a preventive measure for migraine.
can hydrocodone be prescribed as an anti-depressant? was on it for pain and it worked 10x better than my antidepressant. i was on hydrocodone for pain after my 6th hernia operation and i found that it worked 10x better than my current anti-depressant lexapro. i found myself being more patient happier and was no longer taking afternoon naps which i found myself doing every day with the lexapro. i did get a euphoric feeling when i first took it but it wore off after about 10-15 min and i was full of energy for the rest of the day. can my psychiatrist prescribe this to me instead of lexapro for my depression?,hydrocodone is a potent pain medication that is highly-addictive. it would not be likely that a medical professional would prescribe this opiate as an antidepressant or so that you can feel euphoric and more energetic any more than a medical provider would give you an amphetamine to speed you up. even people with chronic pain should be wary of addicting themselves to opiates. never is this used as an anti-depressant. narcotics are quite the opposite they cause deptession. however getting rid of your pain would be enough to make you feel better. but you may find over time you will need to increase your dosage. is the addiction to narcotics a fair trade off? depends on the pain and you need to follow your physicians instruction to the letter don't increase your dose without talking it over with your physician.
is there any treatment for coxsackie virus infection?,there is no specific treatment for this typically self-limited disease (the symptoms resolve without specific antiviral treatment in about two to 10 days). however symptomatic treatment (acetaminophen [tylenol]) that reduces fever and discomfort is currently recommended. mouthwashes and sprays may lessen the oral discomfort. fluids are also suggested to prevent dehydration however acidic juices may irritate the mouth ulcers. cold milk may sooth the oral discomfort. some physicians use topical diphenhydramine (benadryl) containing gel or liquids to treat the hand and foot discomfort. the relatively rare complications of coxsackie virus infections (for example heart or brain infection) require special individualized treatments usually administered by an infectious disease consultant.
can infants 6 months or less have bad dreams or nightmares?,probably. they do dream and they do have very active little brains.
can i drink alcohol while having barrets esophogus?,it's not a good idea to drink if you have barrett's esophagus. in this disorder the lining of the esophagus (the tube food passes through on its way from the mouth to the stomach) slowly changes at the cellular level until it resembles tissue of the intestine. these changes also can cause cancer to arise in a small percentage of people with barrett's esophagus. because barrett's esophagus is closely related to gastroesophageal reflux disease (gerd) treatment for barrett's typically includes lifestyle changes to reduce stomach acid. avoiding alcohol and spicy foods are among these changes. hope this helps!
if a father is taking drugs will the newborn have colicy or other problems? . the baby is 3 months old and has many bouts of crying etc. through out most every day. could the father's drug habit have affected the baby?,the father's drug habit is adversely affecting everyone including him. his drug use is not causing the colic or crying spells so the baby should be examined by the pediatrician. incidentally colic -- if this is what is causing the crying -- improves at age three months so there may be brighter days soon. the drug use is a more serious problem. it is difficult enough to care for a baby but when one parent is impaired it can be next to impossible. the three month old will most likely get better but with drug use it can only get worse; perhaps to the point where the baby no longer has a father.
how often should i change my sheets?,if you’re wearing pajamas changing sheets once a week is fine. if you’re not wearing pajamas or sleeping in the nude then you’ll probably want to be changing them at least twice a week. a lot of people when they change their sheets they don’t wash their mattress pad and so that’s another thing that people do. you need to have a couple of mattress pads that you can rotate in and out and change more often.
as a teen how can i get started with an aerobic exercise program?,"to start an aerobic exercise program just put on your running shoes and start walking. it's fun -- and free. you can walk in your neighborhood at a local mall at school on the track. if walking is not your thing grab your bike and start riding. or swim laps. or do all of these! there are enough choices to let you do a different one each day for a month -- or longer. find your best time of day for exercise as you start an aerobic exercise program it's important to find the right time to exercise -- a time when you feel alert and energetic. this helps to make the exercise more fun and even easier. you may be a morning person and enjoy using a stationary bike before school. or if you're barely awake at 6 a. m. hit the track running at lunchtime during pe or after school. maybe swimming is what you love. so enjoy de-stressing while swimming laps on your school's team. exercise with a friend if you get bored easily and like to talk with someone invite a friend to be part of your aerobic exercise program. your friend can act as a coach motivator and conscience as well as give you someone to laugh with during exercise. some studies have found that exercising with someone increases the chance that you'll stick with the program. join an aerobic exercise class if you are social or need further instruction you might prefer being part of a fitness class. try an aerobics or gymnastics class at the local ""y "" an indoor cycling class at a fitness center or a school sports team: volleyball basketball football swimming. the options for aerobic exercise are numerous. just find what you like and make it your daily habit -- your gift to yourself! build your own gym at home if you like privacy and would rather exercise in the comfort of your own home set up a personal home gym. exercising at home allows you to choose the time of day you work out and exercise at your own pace."
i have had a migraine/head pain for 11 days now. er doc just drugged me up and sent me on my way. i'm still in pain! . i'm nauseous woke up this morning and threw up. er doc did pregnancy test came back negative. i have the mirena iud. i have pain from the top of my scalp down into my cheek bone and upper right jaw and teeth. i can't sleep well or eat well. please help i am desperate! er doc gave me prescription for extra strength anti-inflammatory. i don't even want to fill it. i wasn't there for meds i was there to be fixed. they did nothing!,hello yourjeepgirl migraine head pain can come from many things you stated that you have the iud as this can cause migraines as well as problems within your inner ear which can cause migraines head pain nausea teeth pain and much more. if i were you i would take the anti inflammatory meds that the er gave you if it does not work i would go see a ent dr. ( ear nose and throat) as this might be within your help. if this don't help i would go see a neurologist to have a mri done of your neck and head their could be some thing going on with your neck that might be causing all these problems. best of luck to you
am i pregnant or is something seriously wrong with me! please help. i am 12days late i have taken 4home tests and one doctors test they were all neg i am having an a feeling in my stomach i have not had before it does not hurt its just not normal i have a discharge as if i have had started my period it does not have an oder my breast dont hurt i checked my cervix and i felt i small hole it was very soft and very small not even a finger tip big i have small fingers as well keep that in mind i pee alot more im alot happier sadder i have more back pain then norm,hi you need to just suit back a not get to tensioned over it it is quite possible for women to skip a period without any problems miss 3 in a row the get worried and off to your doctor just try relaxing in a hot bath try and let your troubles drift away and perhaps it may start your period. just remember the more tension you put on yourself the harder it will be. just relax. good luck
i had carpal tunnel syndrome surgery still feel numbness?,hi no improvement after 3 weeks of surgery means you should do another emg to see if there even was a surgery done! compare before and after surgery some people get recurrence of cts but not immediately after surgery good luck
pain on urination blood on toilet tissue itchy - not uti chlamydia gonorrhea yeast infection and ultrasound good? . pain when i pee - stinging or burning. varies in severity. sometimes (when the pain is more severe) there is blood on toilet paper but not in toilet. thought i saw blood in toilet recently. vagina itches sometimes. so far tested negative for uti chlamydia gonorrhea and yeast infection. ultrasound looks fine. doctors prescribed me diflucan and macrobid; urologist gave me pyridium to help with pain. nothing has been effective and i have gotten no answers. started december 3rd.,possibly kidney infection or kidney stones idk about the ichyness
why is that my 10 year daughter is developing breast and only one of them is coming in? the other one is still flat?,what is the usual time to be “developed”? lack of any breast development by age thirteen merits some monitoring. the small firm breast buds usually appear about age eleven. by age thirteen a majority of girls have the beginnings of a mound-shape of breast tissue. unless there is an overt reason for lack of development such as illness radiation exposure or hormonal problems there is evidence that breast development can continue until one’s early 20’s. while most all of us have at least some difference in size between our two breasts there are situations where the size difference is very apparent. size differences which onset in teen years will likely equalize for about 75% of women. yours jane h-h
what are the effects of one puff from a cigarette? . what are the effects of taking one puff from a cigarette? what effects are permanent and what effects are reversible and how long will it take? btw i'm not planning on smoking ever again because i really didn't like it. and that is a promise.,hi ok just one puff could have made you cough could have made you go green make you fill sick make you fill light headed. but apart from that you should have no long term effects on you or your body. and if you were a long term smoker like me then each year your of the smokes you add top your life span. i started when i was 11 and packed up when i was 49 still going strong and enjoy life it was my own choice to pack up. just one puff your ok good luck
i am applying for health insurance through the marketplace deadline december 15. what will happen if not enough people sign up? will i be denied insurance through the marketplace and lose my opportunity to buy any insurance?,no. your access to insurance coverage will not be affected by how many people sign up.
left hospital 1 week ago after dx with c. diff. 2 days ago diarrhea got worse. should i go back to the doctor?,at least call them - c. diff can be a really nasty disease so you will need expert advice. i'm including this answer in case anyone else has the same question.
my mother is 43 years old. whenever she walks for two minutes or so her pulse rises. what is triggerig that? . ok so she has mixed connective tissue disease arthritis diabetes iron and vitamin d deficiency she removed her kidney stones from about 12-13 years. she has cysts in her breasts and ovaries but they are not cancerous. she usually sits ad does not walk or work. however when she walks for about 2 minutes her pulse rises to 140+ and so does her bp. any ideas to what might cause her this and/or if there is a treatment?,"it's perfectly normal for a person's pulse and blood pressure to rise when they walk or run. this happens because the heart must pump more blood -- faster -- to serve oxygen to the body's tissues. in fact the whole purpose of ""aerobic"" activity like walking is to increase the heart rate. and if a person is ""out of shape"" (that is they are moving from a very sedentary lifestyle to a more active one) the rise in pulse rate and blood pressure is likely to occur more quickly than it would in someone whose body is used to physical activity. that said it's always a good idea to consult your doctor before starting any exercise program. i suspect your mother's primary care provider will clear her for an easy exercise program such as walking but it's better to check with the doctor first. i hate to dissuade anyone from walking because it's normally a harmless activity and a pulse of 140 isn't necessarily ""bad"" (in fact a pulse of 140 is lower than my own target heart rate ) but i cannot give medical advice. and so my suggestion is for your mother to check with her doctor to make sure walking is ok for exercise purposes. in general walking is among the safest and most effective ways to lose weight and get the heart (cardiovascular) system into shape. walking even for short periods of time or for short distances (to start) can be a good way to build up to more exertion such as jogging. wishing you well!"
have herpes why when i try to go to sleep does the area have a fire burning feeling just discomfort til then. 5 days in,"i don't know why but over the 20+ years i've had it - i've noticed as soon as i change out of my clothing from the day i have this problem. i just figured it must have something to do with the area suddenly being exposed to oxygen. i've learned to not wear tight jeans during a breakout to avoid agitation. i have found it comforting to gently wash the area before bed with just water and a clean washcloth. another thing i've done for relief if it's unbearable which my husband came up with is: get chamomile tea bags; steep 1 in a bowl of hot water. lie on a folded towel you don't mind staining (or you'll ""make tea"" on your sheets); place the tea bag on the sore; re-steep and continue until the water's cold. it will help and relax you so you can sleep. but if the sore is already burst open and the chamomile agitates the skin - discontinue. then wear fresh all cotton white briefs underwear to bed (during a breakout even if you normally don't). and finally the zovirax cream is wonderful - just a little bit a few times a day / or of course following your dr's. instructions for dosing / right where the sore is -- and don't scratch! i don't take the zovirax pills as a preventative anymore. they make me feel a bit cruddy so with a mild breakout i just use the cream. but if i have swollen glands in my groin and/or have that ""just kicked in the crotch and hit by a truck"" feeling -- i take the pills for 3 days plus the cream. of course during a breakout we abstain from sex due to pain anyway. but for a while after healed use condoms! in 18 years i have not infected my husband. best wishes i know life with this illness is a drag but it is manageable & after a while doesn't seem like the end of the world. over time you should go long periods without breakouts. stress and lack of rest can bring them on so take good care of you. k"
can a person fall pregnant while using nueristrate injection if she is left with one day to return for injection.,hi i think your find that depending how long you have been on it if its your first shot then you still covered for a week then its gets longer as you go on. it just builds up in your system and keeps working. so a day your safe. good luck
can type 1 diabetics gain weight using yeast pills? . i am a maie type 1 diabetic. i am 5'4 in height and weigh 108lbs. i am trying to gain weight and my doctor says that my metabolism burns up everything i consume quickly. i was told that by taking yeast pills that i may be able to gain some weight. is this possible and what are the risks. i want to know what my weight should be and how i can attain that.,i cannot find any research that shows taking yeast results in weight gain. as for your weight you body mass index in borderline normal weight meaning you are on the lower end of normal. this bmi calculator can give you more personalized info and help you decide where you want to be. i highly recommend you visit to a registered dietitian who can take your diabetes into account while advising you on diet. you can find one at eatright. org. exercise especially resistance training and a balanced diet can help you build muscle which can increase weight over time. for more on healthy weight gain see this article.
switching from the depo shot to ortho tri-cyclen. i was on the shot for about two years and the last 3 shots were a living hell. i was almost always bleeding had a bunch of mood swings and i gained weight. finally this past month i got fed up and switched to the pill. i am on my third green pill and i still haven't had any bleeding. i have been taking the pills at 9 every morning and haven't missed anything. i'm still very worried i could be pregnant. anyone else have this problem and how long did it take to get normal again?,hi you should google coming of depo shot you should find all the info you need and if you need to find some other help from those all ready off it. depo shot is a bit of a bugger when you come off it but i would not think your pregnant your find most of those who have come off depo shot take around 6 months to become pregnant. hope this helps. good luck
my 26-year-old son is now too old to be on my health care policy. he is in college and working part time with no health insurance provided. what are his/my options/requirements for coverage?,many colleges and universities offer student health plans so i would recommend you look into that as a first option. otherwise start shopping for coverage through your state's health insurance marketplace starting october 1.
how much mild should a 12 year old girl drink per day,there is really no set amount but a pre-teen girl does need plenty of calcium phosphorous protein and all of those nutrients found in milk and milk products. these minerals vitamins and protein can be found in many other food sources if she eats them. if she was allergic to milk she wouldn't be drinking any so these other non-milk sources would be essential to her. if she eats cheese yogurt or even ice cream she is getting milk in another form so the bottom line is: milk is a good healthy source of many nutrients but an exact amount cannot be determined unless we knew what she was eating. personally i like milk but humans are the only mammals on this planet that continue to drink milk after we have been weaned. we like it but we don't necessarily need it if we have a good diet.
i am a 73 year old female. my primary insurance is medicare; secondary insurance is usaa. will i be forced to change secondary insurance and if so when? and at what cost? will my coverage change? i have a primary care physician a cardiologist a pulmonary physician and a gyn physician. will i lose my doctors?,a lot of seniors who have medicare coverage have questions about the impact of the affordable care act. the new law does not make major changes to the traditional medicare program. it does add some new coverage for preventive benefits and make some other changes - but nothing that should affect your medicare coverage. in addition nothing in the law will require you to change your secondary insurance from usaa. so you should not have to change coverage or change doctors.
i have keloids and i started a steroid injection. i noticed a lot facial hair can the steroid been causing it? female. keloid facial hair side effects of steroid injections,hi i think your find that its corticosteroid injections your having and its a side effect of them this should reverse when you come off them. if its really bad see what your doctor says. if not and married join hubby in the bathroom and get to show you how to shave but watch the after shave boy does that sting. the last bit is up to you or me just having a bit of fun with you but try it and prove me wrong. good luck
i suffer from a continuous reduction of hemoglobin?,hi this seems to be a multisystem disorder related to the hormonal balance in the body. your body is unable to store the generated hemoglobin and gets destroyed easily. a bone marrow study will confirm and rule out other causes like hemolytic anemia spherocytosis etc. thanks
what's different about redheads?,i have always felt that redheads were special. anyone can have blonde brown or black hair but only a select few have red hair. i only knew two redheads as a child — sam and of course linda. i had serious thing for redheaded linda when i was in sixth grade. throughout history redheads were either revered or burned at the stake as witches. warts moles and freckles (common in redheads) were also considered “signs of the devil” by 15th century when they murdered about 45 000 of those afflicted solving the mystery why redheads were becoming scarce in those days. an old medical colleague rick had a real thing for redheads. we could be in a crowded conference room with a few hundred people. should a redhead walk-in his “red-dar” would start beeping and he would swoop over and make his move. it is apparently lucky to rub your hand on a redhead’s hair but don’t try this on a strange woman at the mall or you may end up in jail. your amorous cellmate could have red hair. this would not be considered lucky. we now have four grandchildren with one on the way. two are redheads and not that subtle red that only parents can see. i am talking about real red (orange actually). my eldest stepson the father of these two redheads was not pleased. for most of his childhood he made it his mission to make fun of redheads mostly his carrot-topped friend bryan. it was a bit of poetic justice that he now has two of his own. red hair is one of life’s most pleasant genetic mutations. of the zillions of genes carried by humans only one — melanocortin 1 receptor — can cause red hair. in order to have a child born with red hair both parents must carry this gene mutation. in countries swimming with redheads this is going to happen more often. we were absolutely surprised and even questioned paternity when our two grandchildren emerged both from different mothers. working in pediatrics now i see a fair share of cute little redheads in my office. there are some redhead mothers too but one can never be sure these are natural redheads. i have learned not to ask. parents are particularly proud of their redheaded kids and like it when someone comments on how special it is. i keep hearing about a “redhead personality ” like mischievousness temperamental or feisty but i can’t say i buy into that theory. for some unknown reason redheads require more general anesthesia (up to 20% more) than people with other hair colors. bees tend to sting redheads more and of course redheads (due to their fair skin) have a higher incidence of sunburns and skin cancers. less than 4% of the population is redheads with the highest percentage in scotland followed by ireland. about ten years ago my wife and i traveled to the british isles — england scotland wales and ireland — and saw this firsthand. redheads are quite prominent in australia too. these geographic areas are redhead central so i was puzzled when i heard that the future of human redheads may be genetically threatened in the next century. we can’t have that. [editor's note: the recessive gene that is responsible for red hair won't disappear unless all of the people carrying the gene fail to reproduce. this seems highly unlikely. ] incidentally there are no redheads in red china. of course a world without redheads is unlikely. the future may allow people to know the genetic make-up of their intended spouse thereby increasing the chance of having redheads in reducing the chance of say; having a child with big ugly feet like dad. i grew up with the humor of lucille ball a famous redhead who was enhanced by a bottle of henna. other famous redheads range from wilma flintstone the little mermaid little orphan annie ronald mcdonald bozo the clown raggedy ann (and andy) red (of course) skelton and carol burnett to such contemporary redheads as sarah ferguson and nicole kidman. if you were lucky enough to be born a redhead you have my admiration and respect. consider yourself special but not an endangered species. i would not want to live in a world without redheads so redheads of the world…unite! (if you know what i mean. ) the first person really sumed up everything but i wanted to add that new studies also show that people with red are less tolerance for pain whatever causes red hair also cause this i found that to be very interresting and thought youd like to know <positive_smiley>
my bf used the restroom at a public store and later on i kissed his buttcheek am i at risk of getting herpes?,only if he sat on fresh herpes in the public restroom immediately developed herpes himself in this area (not possible). and you kissed him (highly unlikely) in the exact area of infection. try kissing him on the face or lips next time.
how can i prevent anemia?,you can prevent iron-deficiency anemia by eating a well-balanced diet that includes good sources of iron vitamin b-12 and folate. steps to take include the following: * if you are a vegetarian or vegan talk to your doctor or a nutritionist about your diet and any possible need for supplements. * ask your doctor or nutritionist if you should take vitamin c. vitamin c makes the stomach more acidic and can improve the absorption of iron in your diet. * decrease your consumption of caffeinated products and tea. these substances can decrease iron absorption. other offenders include the preservative edta fiber large amounts of calcium and the phytates found in some vegetables. * select iron-fortified cereals and breads. * carefully follow safety guidelines if your occupation involves work with lead-containing materials such as batteries petroleum and paint. * ask your doctor or local public-health authorities about getting your dishes and other eating utensils tested for lead.
what is the virus called that causes stomach ulcers? . i have a stomach ulcer and what treated for it by a operation. i was give some kind of test and it was discovered that i have some kind of virus that enables the ulcer to come back!,not a virus. it is a bacteria called h. pylori.
i have made hiv 1/2 + p24 antigen test am i free from hiv?,hi 1- yes hiv 1/2 + p24 antigen detect both antibody and antigen 2-after the 166 day test you are 100% hiv free 3- yes you needed the 166 day to confirm as yes you could have turned positive on the last one 4-yes you can have sex without being afraid good luck
can i get pregnant while on depo provera?,not very likely unless it was at the very beginning of your first shot or the end if you havent gone back within the 12 weeks. it thickens the womb lining so much that an embyo cant become embedded. go see your family planning nurse she will help.
why am i constantly tired? i don't believe i am sleep-deprived. what can i do to help this? . i am tired all day long every day. getting out of bed in the morning is always a chore no matter how many hrs of sleep i get. i am constantly yawning throughout the day. i could nap at pretty much any time almost anywhere. i have increased my exercise level recently i work full time at a very mentally and physically exhausting place and i am in graduate school full time too. on avg i get about 6 hrs of sleep. however some days i get 5 hrs of sleep and some days i may sleep as many as 10.,most helpful answer i have a similar life. i'm a full time employee studying at grad school part time with a family. have you checked to see if your blood pressure is low or if you're anaemic? depression also could be causing your exhaustion. with little free time and many goals you could be mildly depressed. my doctor was very helpful in identifying issues for me. i hope this helps.
can't get proper medical care. help! . husband having debilitation shoulder pain x-rays show nothing. just diagnosed with osteoperosis. the reason for test was mutiple fractured ribs they did not see on x-rays found those on mri. he's 38 has spinal stenosis degenerative disc disease. doc will not order mri for shoulder cause nothing on x-ray. we reminded doc they had to do mri to find rib fractures. doc told him if pain gets worse go to er; er said he needed to see doc. wtf! what specialist do we tell the doc to refer him too?,i'm sorry you're going through this. navigating the health care system can be very frustrating indeed! let me start by saying osteoporosis in and of itself can be quite painful. therefore it is possible there's nothing else wrong with your husband's shoulder. still i can understand your concern and desire to get further testing done. try not to be too hard on your husband's physicians. part of the problem may be his insurance carrier. if nothing showed up on x-ray your husband's insurance may not cover an mri. that's not the doctor's fault; that's just the rules set forth by the insurance company. that said if you want to push for further imaging studies ask to be referred to an orthopedic surgeon. a shoulder fracture may require surgical repair so it's not necessarily an unreasonable request. i wish you and your husband all the best in getting this sorted out. if the doctor said to go to the er and you did. let the doctor know this and therefore you've done what he told you to do. he should order the mri. my step mother had extreme pain in her shoulder and because of insurance purposes it took a minute or two before the doctor ordered the mri. finally she's doing great after he gave her a shot in her shoulder. sometimes you have to keep at him!
how does retinyl propionate compare to retinoic acid retinaldehyde and retinol for treating wrinkles and skin sagging?,in a six-month clinical study a new three-product skin care regimen containing a deep wrinkle treatment with retinyl propionate was professionally tested and clinically proven to be as effective as the leading antiaging prescription brand indicated for reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles (0. 02% tretinoin in an emollient base). others studies have shown that retinyl propionate may be less irritating to skin than the prescription retinoic acid retinaldehyde and retinol. it could provide a good alternative for women who cannot tolerate these retinoids.
ii had a colonoscopy recently and a non-malignant precancerous polyp was found. do i have cancer in the early stages?,"the biggest thing. is that the pathology is non-malignant. the main questions to ask your physician if you have not already would be whether he feels as though he got it all. additionally it might be worth asking if there was any dysplasia in the specimen. (dysplasia just means that the cells look ""funny"" like they are changing in some way. ) asking these questions might allow you to have a bit more of a discussion with your physician so that you could feel better about the plan. ."
how is chickenpox varicella treated?,treatment for chickenpox (varicella) depends on a person's age health and severity of the illness. healthy children with chickenpox may need only home treatment. this includes taking acetaminophen (such as tylenol ) or ibuprofen (such as advil) to reduce fever and discomfort. if you are not sure about the amount of medicine to give your child talk to your doctor or pharmacist. ( do not give aspirin to people younger than 20 because of the risk of reye syndrome ). over-the counter oral antihistamines may help reduce itching. but check with your child's doctor before giving them to your child. oatmeal baths and soothing lotions that don't contain antihistamines may also help. examples of lotions to use include calamine lotion or aveeno. healthy teens and adults with chickenpox usually have more severe symptoms than children and are at higher risk for complications than children. still most need only home treatment. all teens and adults with chickenpox should be seen by a health professional; some may need hospital care. pregnant women and people with immune system problems are also at increased risk for complications. they should see a health professional immediately if they suspect they have chickenpox. getting a shot of chickenpox antibodies may help delay or prevent a person from having chickenpox. and sometimes antiviral medicines are given to shorten the length of the illness. if you have not had chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine and you think you've been exposed to the virus you may be able to get the chickenpox vaccine (what is a pdf document? ). this may prevent you from having the illness or make the illness milder. it is recommended that the vaccine be given within 3 days after exposure to chickenpox. if you can't get the shot within 3 days getting it up to 120 hours (5 days) after exposure may still help. 2 webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i’m 33 weeks pregnant and i’m in a lot of pain?,hi i encourage a c section as soon as gynaecologist see fit in the mean time try using a tight strechy band around your chest it will reduce the costocondritis pain in my opinion you need an early c section good luck
all my test were negative. i just wanted to know if they are acurate after 13 days. especially for hiv. . has sex with another male and used condoms. none broke. unprotected oral sex tho. i got my hiv and other std screens and everythig was negative. i just wanted to know how effective these were after 13 days,hi yes you can get a false negative and a false positive so just go get retested at a std/gum clinic the staff thee are very good at there job and there you can ask all the questions you want and they don't discriminate good luck
do mosquitoes like some people more than others?,yes. mosquitoes are attracted to things that put out heat. so watch out if you are hot and sweaty. they also prefer people who exhale more carbon dioxide with each breath. pregnant women are particularly attractive because by definition they are always hot and breathing a bit heavier than their non-pregnant state.
if i was std positive most than likely the person i had sexual intercourse with should also be positive correct? . he still has not been checked for the std according to him he does not show any symptoms. what if we use condoms then it would be less likely to get an std?,hi some symptoms in men don't show like tric chlamydia or gonorrhoea and the last one can hide in tests. sorry but if he wont go and get tested please find another guy but a clean one if you have not been tested do so and soon you just need to go to an std/gum clinic to get tested the staff are helpful. do hope this helps you. good luck
our daughter is planning on flying coast to coast in august. she will be aprroximately 8 months pregnant. is this safe?,most helpful answer hi if i was you i would get in touch with the airline i think she may find out that she is not aloud to fly at 8 months. hope this helps. good luck
hello i'm 14 and i'm a virgin. i didn't have my period this past month. i also have a yeast infection. what's going on? . i haven't been diagnosed with the yeast infection but i have itching and burning. i also have white clumpy vaginal discharge. i got my period when i was 13. i'm turning 15 on the 16th of this month and this is this first time i've ever missed a period. is something wrong? i am not on birth control and the only medication i am currently on is zoloft.,when you are not sexually involved. ever. you do not have to worry about an occasion missed period. it happens quite often to younger women. i suspect that you will have a normal period next month. get your yeast infection properly treated since they can be miserable. there are prescription pills that can be taken orally if prescribed by your doctor (they will usually do this without seeing or examining you) or you can get some monistat over the counter.
when usually do new genital warts level off? i am getting new ones every two weeks!,"i had them at 18 i did not leave them (if i were you would not wait for them to ""level off""; i've never heard of that and i'm now 50). at the time my family dr. put a solution on them to freeze them off. don't use compound w. i'm sure you can also do this at any county clinic. it only took a couple weeks for it to heal. they are contagious so can be passed back & forth. also there are certain types of hpv (cervical cancer cells) you could get later in life if you leave them! i did get hpv but 28 years later so i think that was relevant to a later rape. just please get rid of them now. k"
i broke my tibia and fibula in a snow blade accident fibula seems displaced?,hi one month is too short a period to show full signs of radiological union of any fracture. fibula fracture if not in lower 1/4th of the bone (above ankle) any kind of displacement won’t hamper your degree of functional recovery. only lower 1/4th fractures need to be fixed with a plate. thanks
can carbonated beverages hinder weight loss?,only if the carbonated beverages contain sugar. carbonated water or non-calorie sodas tend to be fine when dieting.
i fainted hit my head vomited black now feel numbness?,you need to be checked for a transient ischemic attack or acute stroke. get a brain mri asap.
can clindamycin be used fro urinary infections?,this would not be an antibiotic of choice unless a specific urine culture felt it was best. if you are self-treating i would not recommend it. <link>
my knees hurt after exercising i can hear there are small sounds coming from my knee and they feel wobbly?,hi i feel that you are suffering from cartilage and meniscal degeneration that usually occurs in overweight people. playing basket ball is infact good for health but you need to lose all the added body weight before that. avoid junk food sugar diet non veg and rice. eat more of salads and fruits. knee exercises and compression bandages will be helpful
when i had no bph my semen would shoot out 1 foot but now with bph it just dribbles out. is bph the cause of this?,hi so your prostate is enlarged so urination takes time? yes well this affects your ejaculations as well just dribbles out? yes we know. there is a procedure called tuna this you can google it shrinks your prostate back down and these things should then get better. i do know a guy on www. franktalk. org he has had it done thinks its the best way to go well worth a good look at. hope this helps you. good luck
had a period in april spotted may no period june and nothing for july yet. took a hpt 2wks ago negative. pregnant? . had sex recently gained weight during this time and very bad stomach ache 1 day for the last two months. had cramping with no period,a pregnancy test only reacts to the pregnancy hormone human chorionic gonadotropin (hcg). however if you are pregnant this hormone will not be present in your urine or blood until 13 to 16 days after ovulation (the release of an egg) which is around the time that you would normally get your period. until this time has passed it will not be possible to see a positive result in a pregnancy test. urine tests require a certain level of hcg to be present in order to indicate a positive pregnancy result. blood tests are more sensitive because they can detect a smaller amount of hcg which means that pregnancies can be picked up earlier usually between six to eight days after ovulation. you can have a blood test at your gp surgery but it is recommended that you take a home urine test before booking an appointment. source :- pharmacysell.
what is my risk of thromboembolic complications due to discontinuation of anticoagulants?,hi anti-coagulants are necessary in your case. stopping them for a long time may pose a high risk of thrombo-embolic episodes. get bleeding time clotting time checked before starting the medicines. thanks
i have pcos and a retroverted uterus what is the likelihood of having a child?,clinically a tilted uterus is a physical barrier to pregnancy and may or may not be accompanied by other problems that are keeping you from ultimately getting pregnant. there are actual things you can do to improve your fertility and increase your chances of achieving pregnancy and ultimately becoming a parent. the best solutions for this particular condition because of its nature are self fertility massage and yoga. pcos itself can lower the pregnancy possibility but not preventing it. so you need to lose some weight and practice yoga and you will be able to get pregnant.
do testosterone injections late the in day make it hard to sleep? . i was recently placed on testosterone replacement therapy and am taking/injecting about 750mg of test enanthate every two weeks.,hi our own natural testosterone is high in the mornings that's why most healthy men feel great first thing in the mornings so its best that you match that with your injections. have them as early as you can that's probably why you having sleeping problems your boosting at the time of day when they should be low so your awake and know doubt horny? hope this helps you. good luck
seconday amenorrhea with normal hormone panel. i am a female athlete with low body fat. when i hit a certain weight i always experience secondary amenorrhea. as i have been below this weight for a significant amount of time i have not had a period in 1. 5 years. i did a full hormone panel and all tests were normal. how can all my hormone levels be normal yet i am not menstrating? i have spoken with two doctors and they cannot explain this to me. additionally i have no other symptoms (i. e. acne increased hair growth etc).,if you always experience a lack of periods (amenorrhea) when your weight drops below a certain point then that is a sign that your lower weight is not enough to sustain normal periods. while estrogen often decreases when body fat and weight dips too low that may not always be the case. the female body needs a certain percentage of body fat to allow the hormones to work properly. this mixed with strenuous exercise and perhaps a diet lacking in key nutrients and calories is enough to keep your body from having periods. my suggestion to you is to see a registered dietitian who specializes in sports nutrition. they can look at your diet activity level and weight and provide recommendations to stay healthy which includes regular periods. you can find a dietitian near you at eatright. org. good luck and take care of yourself!
why do i sleep so well at the beach?,at the beach not only do i tend to sleep even better than normal many of the people i meet tend to tell me about how well they are sleeping here. sitting in the cool breeze listening to the ocean and watching my kids surf and build sand castles i thought about why everyone seems to sleep better at the beach. here are my thoughts on the phenomenon: 1. the environment. remember you are on vacation. this in and of itself is a time for relaxation (hopefully) and a change of sleep environment (one which lacks the reminders of your daily stress) certainly helps set the tone for more relaxation and usually better sleep. 2. the schedule. many of my patients tell me that they have a tendency to sleep in on vacation thus catching up on their much-needed rest and reducing their sleep deprivation. 3. the heat. being out in the sun all day always makes people sleepy. why? well it may be because of the slight rise in core body temperature. remember an increase in body temp will cause a subsequent fall and that can be a signal to the brain to release melatonin — the key that starts the engine for sleep. 4. the sounds. remember ocean sounds are the only documented sounds that have been shown to help with sleep. try sleeping with the window slightly open to hear the ocean. 5. the activity. most people at the beach are doing one of many activities of a physical nature. i was inspired to go for an early morning run not to mention lugging all the beach paraphernalia setting up the umbrella swimming tennis you name it. there are so many activities to choose from. and it is great to be able to exercise which we know can help promote better sleep. 6. the weather. not only may the heat help with sleep but the barometric pressure could be helpful as well. while there is little data yet (one or two studies) my theory is that the changes to sea level affect the body and in fact help with sleep onset and sleep continuity. 7. the light. let’s face it being out in the sun during the day is one of the best ways to reset your internal biological clock which helps regulate your sleep cycle. so there you have it my seven reasons for better sleep at the beach. whatever the reason my prescription is for anyone if they can get out to the beach and get some great sleep.
"i had surgery when i was 5 and they told me my ""testicle will descend over time"". 16 now and it still hasn't. why? . i had an undescended testicle and i had surgery for it when i was 5. i was told it was all fine and everything will come to its place ""over time"". i'm 16 now i did a bit of research and this doesn't make any sense shouldn't it have been descent in the scrotum right after the surgery? . thank you for your time",most helpful answer i don't have enough details about your case to comment but testicles that do not descend by age 6-8 years old can be very problematic. i would suggest that you see your medical provider or a urologist for a careful examination and some diagnostic tests to determine what is going on in your case.
i’ve just turned 40 and have advanced glaucoma started having confused episodes?,hi. you should consult an emergency room as the symptoms that you are facing does not look simply due to side effect of medication and you need to get a proper clinical evaluation so that the cause can be ruled out. it should not be delayed. regards.
what can i do to get rid of the stretch marks on my stomach?,stretch marks are almost impossible to make disappear. certain lasers such as fractionated technology may help even out some of the textural irregularity. applying topical retinoids may also help.
i get very paranoid about allergies and death please help?,do not be so obsessive about it. in last 20 years i have hardly seen any case of anaphylaxis due to allergy. its that rare. so calm down. you wont get anaphylaxis
"are there any known links between ovarian cancer and bipolar disease? . my friend has been treated and ""cured"" of the ovarian cancer - removal of ovary and chemotherapy - but now suffers from bipolar and schizophrenia. could there be any relationship between the two? . she has suffered for several years and has even undergone several rounds of ect with no lasting improvement. could there be an underlying hormonal issue that has not yet been addressed? where could she go to seek further help. she is the mother of a 5 year old little girl and needs help. thank you.",i have bipolar ii disorder and poly cystic ovarian syndrome. i have done a lot of research and have learned that some of the medications used to treat bipolar disorder can cause poly cystic ovarian syndrome. whether it can cause cervical cancer i have never read a study that linked the two. did your friend have hpv. i believe more than 60 or 70% of the population has it and it can cause cervical cancer.
can epilepsy be prevented?,many cases of epilepsy can be prevented by wearing seatbelts and bicycle helmets putting children in car seats and other measures that prevent head injury and other trauma. prescribing medication after first or second seizures or febrile seizures also may help prevent epilepsy in some cases. good prenatal care including treatment of high blood pressure and infections during pregnancy can prevent brain damage in the developing baby that may lead to epilepsy and other neurological problems later. treating cardiovascular disease high blood pressure infections and other disorders that can affect the brain during adulthood and aging also may prevent many cases of epilepsy. finally identifying the genes for many neurological disorders can provide opportunities for genetic screening and prenatal diagnosis that may ultimately prevent many cases of epilepsy.
is it possible to be fat and fit?,yes you can be overweight and in good shape at the same time. in fact physiologists now believe that being overweight and fit is far healthier than being skinny and out of shape. how much healthier? one recent study of 2 600 people shows that subjects who were unfit were four times more likely to die than those who were very fit —whether those fit people were normal weight overweight or obese. that’s because exercise — no matter how much you weigh — reduces your risk of a broad range of ailments including cardiovascular disease cancer and diabetes.
"having painful pulsing in my forearms. i smoke pot for it but want to quit. what causes this what else helps? . started at age 8. exercise helps but pain comes back immediately. age 28 5'9"" 160 lbs. diagnosed adhd dyslexia post traumatic stress. pain also in wrists and ankles. low blood pressure. otherwise very healthy. depression anxiety",hi was this pstd happen at the age of 8 then and that's when the pulsing started then the pulsing could be a reaction to that moment in your life. have you thought of counselling or therapy have this talked through may work wonders for you the drugs are just killing your thoughts and when it wears of back come the thoughts. but then you have anxiety and depression to cope with google natural ways out of anxiety and natural ways out of depression with doing this and your doctors ok if your on any meds for them you may be able to give them up. do hope this helps. good luck
wife & i have not had sex for over 10 years. now we are trying but w/ just finger she has vaginal pain. due to illiness we somehow let an active sex life go away. now in our later years our health has improved and we would like to add sex but there is vaginal pain in foreplay.,she needs to see her gynecologist for a careful exam. i don't know your wife's age but vaginal dryness/atrophy is common as natural hormones wane. she may just need an estrogen cream and/or some vaginal lubricant but it would be wise to make sure there is nothing else wrong first. i am sure this can be solved and both of you will be able to enjoy healthy sexual experiences again.
how young can a child be to perform an ear irrigation?,warm water lavage (irrigation) is safe at virtually any age but unless you plan on getting very very wet the child should be old enough to cooperate and sit still while you do it. you need to do it properly and with the right equipment and you need to have a good home otoscope (a home medical device to look in the ear canal. about $30) to check your progress. don't use any instrumentation inside a child's ear unless you have been trained to do so and are experienced.
we have been trying to have a baby for over 2 years now and nothing is happening?,having difficulty being pregnancy at a time of your life may be an indicator of pcos or other disorder in your hormones that needs to be treated and managed properly. calm down do not worry. the doctor will only do an ultra sound to know what is going on inside and then a simple medication will be prescribed … are you overweight?
can acetaminophen be taken while taking valtrex,yes these two medications are compatible.
i have itchy water blisters that turn into blood blisters?,this may be a dyshidrotic eczema… you can use cold compresses and topical steroids. avoid friction. and irritating contact. usually subsides within 2 weeks. if it increased or spread to other areas please consult a dermatologist…
what should you consider regarding norditropin nordiflex if you are pregnant or breastfeeding?,if you become pregnant while you are using norditropin nordiflex you are recommended to stop the treatment and discuss this with your doctor. you are recommended not to use norditropin nordiflex while you are breastfeeding because growth hormone might pass into your milk. be sure to tell your doctor if you: have diabetes mellitus. had cancer or other forms of tumor. are pregnant planning to be pregnant or breastfeeding. had a kidney transplant. if any of the above applies to you norditropin nordiflex may not be suitable. your doctor will give you advice.
can an eclipse cause any harm on pregnant women and the unborn baby? . i'm five months pregnant and have been running around all day outside getting things done. i was told that the eclipse going on right now can harm my unborn since i didn't wear a safety pin or wear red underwear. i know this sounds silly and i'm so not superstitious but i am worry now.,yes it is silly. an eclipse cannot hurt you or your unborn baby. you are completely safe even without red underwear (do they even come in maternity sizes? ) or a safety pin. i wouldn't recommend staring into the sun during a solar eclipse however. i love to hear about these folk tales and their origins. i bet this one goes back a hundred years perhaps started by a crafty clothing merchant trying to sell off some excess red underwear inventory.
can you drink alcohol after gastric bypass surgery?,this is something you should definitely talk to your doctor about. some doctors do recommend that their patients not drink alcohol after gastric bypass surgery. that's because it appears your body may metabolize alcohol differently and that alcohol may actually get into your system more quickly. in addition a recent study showed a link between gastric bypass surgery and alcohol problems after surgery. that doesn't mean the surgery will make you an alcoholic. we don't fully understand the link at this point but it's something to be aware of. here's more information about that study <link>
i’ve been ill for the past seven weeks need a second doctor opinion?,hi. well this is a viral chest infection and there would also be bacterial involvment. what you really need is to know the causing bacteria type by doing a culture sputum so you can get the proper antibiotic. depend also on natural immunity boosters to fight viral infection get vitamin c 1g daily bee honey and garlic. feel better soon
i have been getting stomach pain that feels like a bad gnawing pain?,that could be ibs and gastritis or duodenitis you can get assured by doing a h. pylori test and gi endoscopy. try healthy diet full of fibers and avoid citrus fruits and caffeine as well as fatty foods.
i am postmenopausal. can i still get pregnant? . i am 53 years old and have not had a period since may 2011.,wow i don't think so. i say that because you did not mention any symptoms at all. why would you want to get pregnant at 53 by time the baby get 18 you be 71. what is your health like? are you in good health? i mean if you want to have a baby this late in life its a good for you. if you could get pregnant you out of date. you didn't have a period in may 2011 its 2013. now what that tell you. you not pregnant yet.
what is the procedure to obtain medicare coverage for the shingles vaccine?,generally the shingles vaccine is covered by part d prescription drug plans. you should contact your part d plan directly for more information.
i know it's important not to skip breakfast. but what if you have no appetite in the morning?,"everyone is a little different in terms of how they feel in the morning. if you eat light at night you will tend to wake up relatively hungry. whereas if you tend to snack a lot at night and/or eat a large or heavy meal for dinner. it might take a while for your body to experience hunger in the morning. it takes my body and my daughter's body a couple of hours to ""wake up "" so i eat my breakfast when i feel hungry (usually around 9 a. m. instead of when i wake up around 5:45 a. m. ) and my daughter in high school packs a snack for mid-morning (since she isn't ready to eat first thing in the morning)."
wake up with severe nausea and stomach cramps. after having a large unfirm bm the nausea and cramps stop. what is it? . about once a year i get woken up in the middle of the night with severe nausea and stomach cramps. i have to sit on the toilet for hours before any form of relief in the form of a bowel movement comes. the bowel movement is typically large and unfirm (but not diarrhea). once this happens the nausea and stomach cramps stop. i go back to sleep and then get woken up again but it's less severe. the second bm is usually diarrhea. and then i'm better. i'm on no medication. what gives?,see a gyn for check up and follow up
is my diet effecting my hair? help please! . i have always had bone straight hair. i am 36 years old no kids. after a month or two of dieting my hair turned wavy and unmanageable. my diet consists of chicken almonds sunflowers an apple a day salads tomato basically protein vegetables and eggs. no carbs no bread no fruit other than an apple a day. i exercise (mostly walking) daily. i drink plenty of water. is this diet causing the change to my hair? it seems my hair went from bone straight to wavy/unmanageable over night.,following a low carb diet and restricting calories can cause hair loss or changes in growth which could be why your hair has changed. hair needs sufficient calories and nutrients to grow. it's important when you cut out food groups like fruit and grains that you replace nutrients in those foods like b vitamins and vitamin c. extreme low carb diets are not recommended long-term. remember that carbohydrates are thebody's preferred fuel source and it plays an important role in good health. for more on how dieting effects hair health see this article also of interest may be top 10 foods for healthy hair
tumor removed…titanium staples used …now have reaction to gold-silver?,hi. its quite possible to have such reaction to titanium but its very rare as titanium is considered to be a very inert material and generally doesnt react much to body environment. the symptoms you have may also be due to the tumor/ the operation per se. u need to consult the gastroeneterologist to find out the exact reason. thanks
what is your opinion about my knee pain after 12 years of surgery?,here are a few suggestions. i suggest anti-inflammatory tablet like voveran 75 mg (diclofenac) twice a day after meals. consult your doctor discuss with him or her and take the medicine with consent. for swelling use a compression bandage and ice the area for 20 minutes at a time. avoid squatting lunges and stairs till the pain subsides. also you need a good manual therapist to assess you for hamstring tightness quad weakness including vmo (vastus medialis oblique - thigh muscle) and gluteal weakness. try the above out for at least 10 days followed by three to four weeks of physiotherapy to get complete relief. for further information consult an orthopaedician and traumatologist online --> <link>
i had an acute ebv antibody test done and my results were all negative,hi. the antibody detection test for ebv is appropriate but if you still want further confirmation you can opt for polymerase chain reaction. also if you are completely assymptomatic then there is nothing to be worried. hope this helps. regards.
if shingles comes back do you get it in the same place?,most helpful answer yes. usually in the same or same general area. if you have it on the right side of your chest the first time it is likely to be on the right side of your chest the second time but fortunately it may not be as severe.
is the reason why i can't lose weight and keep it off because of my family history of obesity? . i am a 19 year old female i have 1 child who is 14 months old. at one point after my child was born i was exercising 5 times a day and on a strict diet plan for 4 months. i only lost 15lbs during this time. after that 4 months i was only able to work out once a day and still on the same diet i gained half the weight back. my family is anywhere between 200 and 400lbs please help before it gets worse i currently weigh 220lbs.,"hi: i think i'm in the same boat as you. i'm the most active healthiest person i currently know but i am also the most overweight too (220 pounds but a size 12-14). i eat a very healthy diet. gluten-free no junk food lots of fish no dairy. no added sugars. lots of fresh fruits and veggies. i drink 1 to 2 litres of water a day. i keep my calorie count to between 1200 to 1500 a day. i try to get 7 hours of sleep every night. i supplement my nutrition with b12 complex vitamins an iron supplment a raw multivitamin amino acid supplement msm and chondroitin joint supplements and omega 3 supplements. i workout like it's my part time job. i try to run 4 days a week for at least 4 to 5 miles. i walk my dog every day for at least 3 miles. i do weight training 3 times a week with a personal trainer. i do muay thai kickboxing on saturdays for an hour and a half and kung fu on tuesdays and thursdays for two hours each. sounds like a lot right? what can i say? i enjoy it. even with all of that i struggle to lose the weight. i am lucky if i drop one to two pounds a week. for most two pounds a week is great but they don't exert themselves half as much as i do. i just don't get it. i got my thyroids checked and it all came back normal. my brother and i are the two most obese ones in our family. everyone else didn't grow up fat (8 kids in all). i wonder if it does have something to do with genetics. it's so frustrating. it's taken me 3 years to lose about 100 pounds and then wham! in a matter of 8 months i gained back 40 pounds. i was still exercising regularly although not at the same intensity level (did just karate twice a week and cardio kickboxing 5 times a week) and i only slightly laxed on my clean eating habits and boom! 40 pounds. i didn't eat junk food just went to ""regular"" food and the pounds piled back on so quickly. so frustrated."
what tasks should be on my pre-pregnancy to-do list?,take a folic acid supplement every day. this reduces the chance of certain birth defects. do not wait until you are pregnant to do this. make a doctor's appointment for a checkup/wellness visit. make sure to get and begin taking prenatal vitamins. check with your doctor about any over-the-counter and prescription medications you currently take. see your dentist for a cleaning or checkup if you have not done so in the last six months. untreated gum disease is linked to preterm birth. look into local prenatal exercise classes. review maternity/paternity leave options at work and your health insurance's maternity coverage. develop a maternity and baby budget. if you smoke quit. limit alcohol and caffeine intake. stock your refrigerator with healthy foods and snacks.
what is a calcium channel blocker?,this is a perfect type of question to ask your pharmacist about! calcium channel blockers are used in the treatment of high blood pressure since they relax and open up the narrowed blood vessels and lower blood pressure.
what are carbohydrates?,a carbohydrate is the chemical name for sugars and grains. carbohydrates always contain the elements carbon hydrogen and oxygen. fruits breads pasta potatoes beans cereal and rice are high in carbohydrates or “carbs. ” many vegetables are also rich in carbohydrates. soft drinks candy and most other sweet junk foods also contain highly processed carbohydrates. natural carbohydrates are an important part of a healthy diet. the healthiest carbs are in whole grains vegetables fruits and beans. these foods are filled with other nutrients along with carbohydrates. our bodies have to work a bit to digest these carbs. processed carbohydrates such as high-fructose corn syrup are unhealthy when consumed regularly in large amounts. experts believe they are too-easily digested causing blood sugar spikes that might contribute to developing diabetes and other health problems.
what problems could develop with a dental crown?,discomfort or sensitivity. your newly crowned tooth may be sensitive immediately after the procedure as the anesthesia begins to wear off. if the tooth that has been crowned still has a nerve in it you may experience some heat and cold sensitivity. your dentist may recommend that you brush your teeth with toothpaste designed for sensitive teeth. pain or sensitivity that occurs when you bite down usually means that the crown is too high on the tooth. if this is the case call your dentist. he or she can easily fix this problem. chipped crown. crowns made of all porcelain can sometimes chip. if the chip is small a composite resin can be used to repair the chip with the crown remaining in your mouth. if the chipping is extensive the crown may need to be replaced. loose crown. sometimes the cement washes out from under the crown. not only does this allow the crown to become loose it allows bacteria to leak in and cause decay to the tooth that remains. if your crown feels loose contact your dentist's office. crown falls off. sometimes crowns fall off. usually this is due to an improper fit or a lack of cement. if this happens clean the crown and the front of your tooth. you can replace the crown temporarily using dental adhesive or temporary tooth cement that is sold in stores for this purpose. contact your dentist's office immediately. he or she will give you specific instructions on how to care for your tooth and crown for the day or so until you can be seen for an evaluation. your dentist may be able to re-cement your crown in place; if not a new crown will need to be made. allergic reaction. because the metals used to make crowns are usually a mixture of metals an allergic reaction to the metals or porcelain used in crowns can occur but this is extremely rare. dark line on crowned tooth next to the gum line. a dark line next to the gum line of your crowned tooth is normal particularly if you have a porcelain-fused-to-metal crown. this dark line is simply the metal of the crown showing through.
i have bloody stools. when i go #2 i drip enough blood to turn the bowl red. walking also causes blood drip from anus. i have no external hemorrhoids. every time i go #2 i can feel tearing. it is very painful and my stools are soft. i have no constipation / no hard or big stools.,but you do have bright red rectal bleeding which is not normal so like it or not you need to see your medical provider gi specialist or proctologist for an exam. you may have fissure (tear) or an internal hemorrhoid. one you cannot see with that hand mirror of yours. don't ignore this.
for 3 months now i have had severe nausea. cant hold anything down?,sounds like uterus or left ovarian tumer also your signs indicate liver problems probable due to all those medications i recommend checking your liver enzymes first then doing a pit scan if liver is okay
is it safe to mix sulfameth/trimethoprim with a z-pak? . urgent care wouldn't prescribe me an antibiotic bc i haven't been 'sick long enough'. they prescribed me cheratussin ac syrup and to buy otc medicine. my sister brought me some of her medicine sulfameth/trimethoprim saying it was the same thing. i've taken 2 doses. 1 pill at 9pm and 1 pill at 9 am. i'm still as sick as ever. gained more symptoms of loss of appetite wanting to puke at the taste/smell of food a head ache and an ear ache. i get sick once a year and a z-pak always fixes me,since your sister is the one treating you with her (unfinished) medication perhaps this question should be directed to her. i am never of fan of this practice. i think it is dangerous. since many illnesses are viral antibiotiics do absolutely nothing. apparently the medical provider at urgent care did not feel that you needed any antibiotic let alone a sulfa drug or azithromycin. the fact that a z-pack has worked for you in the past in no way implies that each year you have the same identical bacterial infection that responds to azithromycin. statistically this would be highly unlikely. illnesses do change over time. most people get better on their own but a few do get worse. if you feel you are now sicker than when you were evaluated by urgent care than it would be better to be re-evaluated again. perhaps you do need an antibiotic now but there is no way for me to make that determination over the internet. this would be the right thing to do. taking someone else's leftover antibiotic is not.
pus in ear what could it be? . my son has pus in ear. got put on antibiotics and drops. i looked again and now it looks like it's completely clogged with pus. whst could this be. please help,"it appears that his medical provider wasn't sure either since he treated him for otitis externa (""swimmer's ear) and an oral antibiotic most likely for a middle ear infection. both these types can cause a purulent drainage and a painful middle ear infection can cause the eardrum to rupture. unless the debris/pus in the ear canal is removed one cannot really determine the source of the drainage. most primary care medical providers do not have the suction device needed to clean out this canal so they tend to ""shotgun"" the treatment plan in hopes that one or both will work. when the ear canal is plugged up with this gunk the drops will rarely penetrate enough to do anything but use both the drops and the oral antibiotic (not sure what he is taking however) as the medical provider ordered and this drainage should eventually stop. if it does not and your son is still having a painful ear an ent may need to examine him."
is vicks vapor-rub a cure for toe-nail fungus? . seen on a you tube video. someone had indicated that vick's vapor-rub will heel nail fungus. is this true?,if it was. everyone would be using it. unfortunately it is not a cure but you can do it if you want.
i am 20 weeks pregnant and i think i have a severe kidney infection?,hi yes you definitely need to go to the hospital. kidney infection of calculus seem to be more likely. get an ultrasound of abdomen done. you may need to take antibiotics. drink plenty of fluids and water. thanks
asthma. i was to be treated for asthma when i was younger for maybe a year. now i am 21 and have recently been having trouble breathing when walking across campus or up stairs. i am not overweight. i have been smoking cigarettes occasionally though. could this be bringing back the symptoms of asthma?,smoking and pulmonary exertion can definitely effect asthma. if you have been told you may have it in the past my advice would be this; 1. put down the cigs and avoid smoke strong smells and fast temp changes (i. e. stepping out of a warm car into cold air. ) 2. start deep breathing exercises. my doctor had me start with just ten a day. he said to find a quiet relaxing place where i can time my breaths. breath in slowly and deeply until it is uncomfortable and hold it until you can't. do this ten times timing each trying to hold it the same amount with each breath. each night try holding it a little longer. you will be amazed how well this will help 3. check with a doctor. your lungs are just one of the things that may be causing shortness of breath. you may need an inhaler to help open your pulmonary tubes. 4. ask ten smokers over 40 when they started and why. also ask if they had it to do over again would they do the same. both my kids tried smoking in college. after doing the math on how much the habit will cost in a life time and talking to experienced smokers they both decided to stop before it became additive and believe me no matter how little you use cigs they will become additive. good luck! and use your head!
my mom's cousin says she can no longer taste food as a result of metformin. have you noticed this in your patients?,my mom's cousin says she can no longer taste food because of a side effect of metformin and now weighs less than 100 pounds. have you noticed this in your patients? no loss of taste sensation is not an expected side effect of metformin and i cannot recall any patients i've met with this side effect however it is certainly possible that there are some patients out there with this side effect and if your mom's cousin believes it then it is probably true in her case. naturally there are medical conditions that could cause loss of taste sensation and weight loss independent of diabetes.
possibility of pregnancy or just paranoid? terrified please help. last period nov 8-14th. nov 13 his penis accidentally got too close. next day (14th) took next choice. on 16th similar situation but i don't think he was as close as the first time. took plan b on 19th. light spotting about day and a half after- lt brown w/ lt pink at one point. dec 2nd on my knees naked oral. he came on my chest it dripped down. immediately grabbed towel to dry it. immediate shower carefully washed vagina and made sure nothing was left. took plan b within the hour. help,hi so why you paranoid and terrified then you have done all the right things so i think your ok. but ever thought of getting on the bc pill if your going to play with fire (male sperm) then at some point you will get burnt the bc pill will not let that fire start get on it and you can stop all the playing around and giving your self all these frights. please do the right thing. good luck
i had terrible tooth and gum pain on the right side of my mouth with both upper and lower teeth? dentist doesn’t see anything wrong?,in my opinion you have trigeminal neuralgia i recommend seeing a neurologist which will order mri and mra magnetic resonance angiogramgood luck
my baby has esr result of 50 ( lab limit is 29-30) and hemoglobin level of 10. 5 is it a problem?,hi the baby is low in immunity due to low hemoglobin levels. a recent infection is usually associated with raised esr. which usually settles down spontaneously. nothing to worry as such. healthy food iron rich diet and hematinics to raise the hemoglobin levels will be suffiicient. thanks
something is stuck in my throat – can’t get it out,hi. if u are sure its there then instead of trying out home remedies you should get it removed by bronchoscopy or laryngoscopy. consult a ent specialist and get it confirmed. if he finds anything stuck then he can easily remove it with a bronchoscope. thanks
can fatty liver disease be reveresed,that's an interesting question. for those who aren't familiar with fatty liver disease it's a condition in which fat literally encases the liver and clogs it up. this can cause the liver to become inflamed or scarred. when it becomes scarred the liver cannot function properly. liver scarring cannot be reversed. if your fatty liver disease has not caused inflammation and scarring you stand a good chance of reversing it. here are a few things you can do: 1. stop drinking alcohol. although fatty liver disease is not the same as cirrhosis caused by alcoholism consuming alcohol can damage the liver. 2. lose weight. new research suggests a slow weight loss of up to 10% of your body weight can help reduce the amount of excess fat in your liver. 3. if you have diabetes make sure you control your sugars. diabetes can put you at higher risk of developing fatty liver disease. 4. eat healthy. it's that simple. wishing you well!
"my grandfather has been laid up with a foot problem: burning aches body-wracking pain has been going on for 20 days. he says it feels like ""a worm is crawling around twisting inside of his[my] foot. "" please help me i don't know what is wrong with him.",you didn't mention if his foot was swollen. and or has any red lines in the area. it could be as simple thing as gout. which is very painful. and common for his age. he would need further test to find the root of the problem.
what are the possible side effects of boniva injection?,when a teenager is taking the depo shot and has fever headaches joint pain and runny nose. has been tested for the flue mono strep-throat and was negative. if her symptoms are from the depo shot how can it be treated.
what exercises should i do so that i can more easily lift my grandchildren over my head?,i suggest if you do overhead presses that you do with them dumbbells. the child will not remain still when you lift him and dumbbells will work more on stabilizing muscles than a machine. all upper body exercises are going to help you. you need shoulders and arms to lift but also upper and lower back and abs to stabilize your torso. and then of course legs to steady you. i suggest a full body workout including exercises that mimic the movements you do when you lift him. so if you lift him overhead then you need to do some overhead lifts like the presses and the lateral raises and front raises will be helpful too. i suggest dumbbells for those exercises too. you could do deadlifts which would be great for stabilizing your torso and strengthening all back muscles and squats as well. .
i sprained my ankle over a month ago and i still have pains. . . i am sure it was over a month ago give or take a few days. but i am still experiencing pains in the back of my ankle on top and on the side some. i have went to the doctor and they did an x-ray and said things looked fine but since i am still having problems i feel like something else is wrong. could i possibly have a fracture or is it just a prolonged pain? .,an ankle sprain happens to many people. if you have been walking and there is a ditch or the road is lower your ankle can turn and cause and injury to the ligaments. ankle sprains can be mild moderate or severe. if you have injured only a little bit of the ligament you may be able to walk on the foot and just have mild swelling. with a more severe sprain you will not be able to walk. most importantly it is important to treat the ankle well while healing. this means full rest elevation of the ankle ice and medicine to reduce the swelling. stay off of that foot either resting or with crutches for at least 7-10 days. if you did not do that it is possible that the ankle ligament is not properly healed. in your case its important to see your doctor again if it is still causing you pain.
my daughter is five years old and just passed a bowel movement with blood?,hi black coloured stools often occur due to small intestine infections. if the blood was bright red colored then it may be rectal blood due to constipation. give him plenty of water. one episode of blood should not be a worry. consult a pediatrician. thanks
what do abdominal symptoms feel like with anxiety disorder. is 'epigastric rising' associated with anxiety disorder? is a a term referencing an aura with epilepsy sometimes.,hi have read through this link its got a whole list of symptoms this should give an idea of what's going on. <link> just copy into google to the www. to open and read. hope this helps good luck
i wake up lean and by time i get home from work have bloated up all over to the point my face is like a ball?,hi what are your asthma medication are they cortizol? also can you do a cortizol test morning and night? it is common with prolactinoma to have abnormal cortizol levels good luck
are xanax and lexapro the same?,no. they are two different drugs. you can look them up separately on the internet. xanax and lexapro are not the same. lexapro is used to treat anxiety and major depressive disorders in adults and adolescents. lexapro is an antidepressant that is part of a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (ssris). xanax is used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. xanax is part of a class of drugs known as benzodiazepines and are central nervous system (cns) depressants that is effective by enhancing the neurotransmitter gamma aminobutyric acid (gaba). gallus detox center is a private inpatient medical detox facility that specializes in iv therapy medical detox. if you have questions about our facility or detox method please call us at 855-338-6929.
i had surgery in 2014 for ruptured ectopic preg. i currently have hydronephrosis and kidney stones?,so sorry to hear about your problem and will try my level best to resolve it. well the symptoms can be due to severe form of anaemia while severe nutritional deficiency ca be a cause. also possibilities of having symptoms associated with your kidney problems. i would therefore suggest you to get a proper examination done and investigations like a hb% cbp calcium magnesium creatinine and sodium levels serum ferritin levels renal ultrasound gfr and ct scan etc. hope this information helps. regards.
is it safe to give a child under 2yo benadryl he has eczma and his itching is out of controll used several otc eczma crm,"oral benadryl is safe for younger children but i do not know the exact age when you say ""under two years old"" (a newborn is under two years old! ). there are other prescription medications that are often used for eczema in younger children to control the itching so before given benadryl it is best to check with his pediatrician first -- someone who knows your child the severity of his eczema and of course his age/weight. control itching is extremely important for eczema patients."
how long after mirena insertion can you have unprotected sex? . my last period ended june 3rd. i had the mirena iud inserted june 20th and had unprotected sex june 28th. i have not had any spotting or cramping with the mirena and i have not started my period. could i be pregnant or is the mirena immediately effective?,hi well have just had something inserted in you uterus so this could have upset you womb that could be the reason of the absence of your period. but waiting the 8 days were right for not having unprotected sex so your ok there but your periods do wain after 3 months and should be gone by the year after fitting. sop sounds like your ok good luck
had a stroke on the brain in 2012 its 2016 i cant get no more than 5 hours of sleep a day?,your problem is a global one … anxiety and insomnia. nothing in terms of drugs is advised in my opinion. you should stop caffeine products. start daily exercising regimen. yoga is a good choice to enhance relaxation.
what is type 1 diabetes?,type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults and was previously known as juvenile diabetes. in type 1 diabetes the body does not produce insulin. insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. only 5% of people with diabetes have this form of the disease. with the help of insulin therapy and other treatments even young children with type 1 diabetes can learn to manage their condition and live long healthy happy lives. if you have or know a child who was recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes you may also be interested in our book
fingers numb and tingle belly bloated uti fallopian tube hurts?,hi this is not uti. its related to your periods. if this is troubling you frequently then u should get you abdomen usg done. pcos is a possibility. take anti spasmodics and anti inflammatory tablets till then avoid spicy food. drink plenty of fluids thanks
is it normal for a tonic-clonic seizure to put you down for 2-3 days? i've read that most people only need a few hours. i've been dealing with seizure disorder for about 5 years now. approximately 1 seizure every 6 months or so. always happens in my sleep or just after waking. i've had treatment for it from my doctor to get exercise and take lamictal. my recovery time from a seizure is typically 2-3 days sometimes takes me a week to get my mind right and get over the soreness before returning to work (it field technician). my doctor assures me i should be fine but i have alot of doubts that he's right.,hi are you taken in to account that we are not all the same and some do take longer to get over things. good luck
how do i dispose of old drugs that the pharmacy won't take?,this is a great question. you can actually dispose of them yourself at home. it is simple and easy process. you can take a ziploc bag and put the medicines in the bag. you can then put some water in to help dissolve the medication or crush it. next add some coffee grinds or kitty litter. zip up the bag and dispose of in the trash. for more information visit www. smarxtdisposal. net.
pregnant from anal sex? . my boyfriend and i had anal sex a few days ago and semen could have possibly leaked into my vagina. i'm on birth control but i missed my pill the day after and doubled up the next day. he has a low sperm count but i'm just not sure. what are the chances that i'm pregnant?,hi missing a bc pill and doing what have done is right so your chances of being pregnant in nil so all being well your ok but please don't keep stressing your self or you will miss your next period then your thoughts of being pregnant will just get bigger so please just relax and start to enjoy your life. good luck
orthopedic doctor claimed surgery is the only solution for shoulder problem need second opinion?,hi this is impingement syndrome. local steroid injection physiotherapy or tens laser are the other options. surgery should be the last option. endoscopic surgey has better results thanks
is there another medication besides prednisone that will take down inflammation caused by a severe case of vasculitis. doctors have recently diagnosed this condition in my mother's lower stomach area. prednisone treatment (40mg) after 16 days has done nothing to ease the severe pain or nausea especially after eating. actually the symptoms are getting worse and it seems she is giving up after a 1 year fight with this. is there another medication she can be put on to take away the inflammation so she can have a stint put in? please help me as i believe time is running out.,try ibprophen motrin aleve tylenol take an anti imflammatory/ pain reliever try ice packs heat packs to help with imflammation/ pain
family history of aarskog-scott syndrome does ultrasound of my baby show hypertolerism?,it is a possibility to b true as the distance looks wider than normal although it can not be confirmed unless measured…having the history in the family increases the risk. anyway. there is no need to worry as it is treated at the age of 5-7 years old so nothing to be done now.
3 questions: does pheromone sprays work does ion/power bracelets work does penis enlargement pills/exercises work?,"no these are all basically worthless ""quack"" gimmicks. don't waste your time or money. pheromones are real but as far as i know human pheromones have not been successfully tested for efficacy. you really can't spray an expensive substance on your skin and expect the others to be magically attracted to you and offer themselves for unbridled sex. while subtle smells are important a potential partner will likely be more attracted to a nice smile and a pleasant personality not how you smell. human pheromones are in sweat but i don't suggest that you try to attract someone with stinky body odor. ion and power bracelets are absolutely worthless. period. there are no pills or vitamins that will increase the size of your penis. your penis reaches it maximum size by age 17 and there is no substance that can make your penis feet or hands bigger. many men feel their penises are smaller but in controlled studies of zillions of men the size of the penis (when erect) does not vary that much. devices like hanging weights on this delicate member that claim the penis can be enlarged do not work and are potentially dangerous. sexual performance is an art and the most skilled artists do not use large paintbrushes or rollers. the most important sex organ is your brain."
will i have to start taking insulin injections if my sugar level is running at 400 on average weekly? . i was taking as a diabetic 1 000 milg of metformin a day now i have been taking metformin for a week at 2 000 mlg a day but sugar is running on average at 400 will i have to take insulin injections?,hi pease do have a read through this link it cold help you understand things a bit more. <link> and also this link from the uk’s nhs packed with info and treatments. <link> just copy both one at a time into google to the www. to open and read. do hope these help you. good luck
i’ve had nasal polyps had them surgically removed now painful what can i do?,add decongestant and frequent nasal lavage with saline solution is there any fever or lymph node enlargement in the neck
is it okay to take tylenol and advil together for pain\. i have shingles and im in tremendous pain. i took 800 mg of ibuprophen at 3am can i also take some tylenol? if so how long should i wait?,consult with your physician. while both are pain relievers they are still very different. you may need something stronger to help control the pain of shingles.
why should i expect my doctor to be a good listener?,last week i did one of my teaching stints at the usc medical school. we work with medical students to teach them how to examine the nose and other structures of the face head and neck. we’re not teaching them cosmetic surgery; that is not appropriate for undergraduate medical students. it is appropriate and important for them to understand the anatomy of the structures of the face including the nose the nasal passages and even the sinuses. once you are a specialist – particularly a superspecialist – you forget how difficult it is to master early in your studies even the simple examination of the nose. to be able to coordinate using an instrument to open the nostrils and a light to look in and to understand what you are seeing isn’t so simple when you are only a sophomore or junior medical student. interestingly the technology available hasn’t changed much since i was a medical student; there is just no substitute for some of the simple things that are used that can fit into your pocket. yes the light bulbs are stronger and the batteries last longer but other than that the instruments that comprise the “head and neck diagnostics” for looking into noses ears and eyes haven’t changed much. it is interesting to listen to the students and to observe their amazement when we explain to them that they need to master the examination of the ears and the nose and even the mouth because 25% of human illnesses take place in the head and neck. common things do occur commonly such as the “common cold. ” we train our students to master the techniques of asking the right questions when a patient presents with some symptoms. for example if a patient comes in with a blocked nose it is very important that the young doctor learn to ask about a history of nasal allergies. what about the history of a broken nose? when did you start to have trouble breathing? is it at night only? do you have more trouble in certain environments? for example is arizona better for your nose than california? is it worse in the summer versus the winter? have you been using nose sprays? what medications have you tried? has anything been helpful? you see medical practice has a certain commonality regardless of specialty. the doctor must be a good listener and pose good and meaningful questions. now you know why sir arthur conan doyle a physician was the author of the sherlock holmes books. a wise doctor and a savvy detective follow the same rules.
is it okay to ride horses while pregnant? . i have ridden for years and it's not like i would ride crazy horses or go faster than a walk. i know what im doing and don't see the harm in a slow walk.,you can ride only with the expressed permission by your ob-gyn. since i do not know you the stage of your pregnancy or your medical/obstetric history it would not be prudent to offer you a patient-specific response in this matter
are there any known or possible side effects from using a nitric oxide supplement for weight lifting?,nitric oxide supplements are not regulated like medications. therefore we have very little reliable information on them. i am not aware of any warnings. but i have no proof that they actually do anything to make them worth the money. my suggestion would be to skip them and save your money.
could my girlfriend be pregnant? . so last week my girlfriend and i laid naked in bed. we didn't have sex we did touch each other and i didn't not ejaculate. my gf told me that she has missed her period and she is worried that she may be pregnant. i told here that there was no way sense i did not penetrate her and i did not ejaculate. as a precaution i went to the drug store and bought her levonorgestrel a hormone that is used to prevent pregnancy. is there anyway possible that she could have gotten pregnant?,yes absolutely. if she is worried of possibly being pregnant then its always a possibility if she has been active in sex. i would think the next best question to ask is. could she be pregnant with my baby in which case i would highly doubt the possibility. you must ejaculate. she must be exposed to some way of having sperm get into her. otherwise either she is really young and fear filled from ignorance and myths she is a manipulator trying to make you feel guilty or she thinks she really is and has had sex with someone else and is still a manipulator trying to make you think its yours. you dont give her age or experiance or other times of sexual encounter.
i noticed a burning sensation on my side the redness spread and turned red/purple and still spreading?,hi insect bite or allergic reaction seems to be a possibility. apply anti histamine steroid local cream. take anti allergic tablets if needed. thanks
i need family health insurance. what should i do?,go to healthcare. gov to begin shopping for a plan.
i hurt my shoulder doctor put me on arm sling now doctor says fractured humuras?,if the doctor says fractured humerus now then i think you should reconsider mobilisation. be sure that the fracture has healed completely first by getting a latest xray done.
my period was black and chunky and i'm in a lot of pain. is it possible that i was pregnant and had a miscarriage? . about a week or two before my period i threw up a couple of times for no reason. i was tempted to take a test but i'm on the pill so i pushed the idea out of my head. if i was pregnant i would have been at the most a month along. i was bleeding very heavily and it's the 8th day but it's finally subsiding. what should i do?,hi if you think its a miscarriage and you are very worried just get to an er and take it from there. good luck
i've been throwing up all day off andon. do i need to keep trying to eat or just leve my stomach empty? . i thought i was just hungover but i've never felt like this before and don't know if i should keep trying to eat. i'm not hungry just nauseous but know there isn't anything but water left in my stomach,i wouldn't eait while your stomach is upset. but make sure to drink fluids because you could get dehydrated. if you've been vomitting for a little while you might consider taking some meds to settle down your stomach. once your stomach has settled and you feel better start with very bland foods. try a clear broth soup crackers bread. nothing too heavy. if that stays down you can start eating other foods. feel better soon!
what is systemic lupus erythematosus or lupus?,lupus is an autoimmune disease which means that the body's natural defense system ( immune system ) attacks its own tissues instead of attacking foreign substances like bacteria and viruses. this causes inflammation. inflammation causes swelling pain and tissue damage throughout the body. if you develop severe lupus you may have problems with your kidneys heart lungs nervous system or blood cells. lupus is the common name for systemic lupus erythematosus also called sle. although some people with lupus have only mild symptoms the disease is lifelong and can become severe. but most people can control their symptoms and prevent severe damage to their organs. they do this by seeing their doctors often for checkups getting enough rest and exercise and taking medicines. this topic focuses on systemic lupus erythematosus (sle) the most common and most serious type of lupus. but there are four other types of lupus : discoid or cutaneous lupus drug-induced systemic lupus neonatal lupus and subacute cutaneous lupus. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i have seizure like events?,i believe sir its just tics not to be worried about but i can assure u its not epilipsy coz you will never remember what happened to you
is it ok to use precription opiates while pregnant,assuming the prescription belongs to you you're in the early part of your pregnancy and your ob/gyn knows about it then you and your baby should be ok. many women take prescription opioids such as hydrocodone during pregnancy and these appear to be pretty safe. however using any pain relievers (even over-the-counter ones) late in pregnancy (third trimester) can be risky for both mother and fetus. you should get your ob/gyn's advice and direction on this subject. keep in mind it's never ok to take narcotics that have not been prescribed to you. pregnant or not you should only take narcotics under the supervision of a doctor or other qualified medical professional. wishing you well!
i am postmenopausal. can i still get pregnant? . i am 53 years old and have not had a period since may 2011.,with periods off for the last 4 years you are surely post menopausal and its the time when human body is out of hormones as well as ova reserves to get pregnant. no matter what you do pregnancy is impossible after menopause. any sort of menses like bleeding if you are getting will be abnormal and should be immediately evaluated for local pathologies like malignancy or genital tract infections. i hope it helps. regards dr s khan ehealthdesk
vaginal tightness vaginal wetness and pelvic discomfort? . hello i am a 34 year old woman never pregnant. i have had vaginal wetness for about a week and a half no odor and it so frequent that i have to clean up every few hours. i also have vaginal tightness to the extent that it is difficult for my fiance to insert his penis for intercourse but having intercourse doesn't hurt. i am having pain and discomfort in my pelvic area it is made worse by walking bending coughing sneezing sitting is the only thing that helps to relieve some of the pain.,hi i think you may have vaginismus have a look at these two links the first is symptoms and the second is treatment. <link> <link> do hope thses help you. good luck
how long does it take for hiv to cause aids?,scientists have estimated that about half the people with hiv will develop aids within 10 years after becoming infected. this timeframe varies greatly from person to person. it depends on many factors including a person's health status and behaviors. also advances in drug therapies and other medical treatments are dramatically changing the outlook for people with hiv. as with other diseases early detection of infection allows for more options for treatment and preventive health care.
are bartholin cyst only the result of an std? i'm married and as far as i know we are both faithful & no std history.,absolutely not. bartholin cysts can just happen. to any woman.
i have servere copd. will eating ice cream in the evening cause mucus?,unless you have a specific sensitivity or allergy to milk products milk (or ice cream in this case) does not cause mucous. because mucous can be thick and sticky milk or ice cream may seem to stick to it in your throat but it doesn't cause it. it was already there. enjoy your evening bowl of ice cream. this is one of life's little pleasures. if you do seem to have some more noticeable phlegm just follow up your ice cream with a glass of water or a cup of tea.
my chiropractor says i am wasting my money buying vitamins at dept stores and i should by his supplements. is this true?,yes if you want to make sure your chiropractor makes lots of money. there are no difference per se between the vitamins that you buy in a health food store or the one's that are privately-labled and sold by your chiropractor for higher costs. i have to tell you that in most cases vitamin supplements are not even necessary and are not therapeutic unless you have a demonstarted specific vitamin deficiency (rare in the u. s. ).
which doctor i've to consult for lump just beneath and behind my ear? . dear sir . i have a lump on my next just beneath and behind my ear. i've also skin infection in head (psoriasis or tinia capititis). so which doctor i've to consult for lump? the area of llump is shown in image with red mark. i hope someone help me. thanks.,"you can take care of all of the issues by seeing a dermatologist. the ""lump"" may be a sebaceous cyst (blind guess) that can be surgically removed in the office. the dermatologist can also manage your tinea and psoriasis."
anorexic girl recovers but she still thinks she is fat she gained 10 lbs can she become anorexic again,"she can become anorexic again in a flash so it is very very important that she be weighed carefully (many anorexics know how to ""trick"" the scale) on a weekly basis and be under medical supervision."
what increases the risk of getting ringworm of the skin?,your risk of getting ringworm is higher if: you come in contact with a person who has a fungal infection or with a carrier a person who has the fungi but does not have symptoms. you are susceptible to fungal infections or you have had a previous fungal infection. you have an impaired immune system due to a disease such as diabetes aids or cancer. you live in a warm damp climate. you wear tight-fitting clothes or you let your skin stay damp for long periods such as by staying in a wet bathing suit or sweaty workout clothes. you are a wrestler. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i have or think i have ringworm of the skin when should i contact my doctor?,if you suspect you have ringworm of the skin call your doctor if: you have patches of skin that are itchy red or scaly with bumps that look like blisters and they have not improved after 2 weeks of treatment with a nonprescription antifungal product. signs of bacterial infection develop. signs may include: increased pain swelling redness tenderness or heat. red streaks extending from the area. discharge of pus. fever of or higher with no other cause. the rash appears to be spreading even after treatment. watchful waiting watchful waiting is a wait-and-see approach. if you get better on your own you won't need treatment. if you get worse you and your doctor will decide what to do next. you can treat ringworm at home with medicines you can buy without a prescription. if symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of treatment with this medicine call your doctor. any persistent severe or recurring infection should be checked by your doctor. who to see the following health professionals can diagnose and treat ringworm of the skin : family medicine physician pediatrician dermatologist nurse practitioner physician assistant internist to prepare for your appointment see the topic making the most of your appointment. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what causes acne vulgaris?,acne or acne vulgaris acne vulgaris is the most common skin disease. normally acne develops between the age of 12-25 years. however acne is not limited to any particular age group. as people grow and become older or in younger people acne is becoming a point of concern. acne is known as the disease of the pilosebaceous units (psus). psus are found underneath the skin surface but are more in number on the face back and chest. psus consist of oil glands (sebaceous gland). these oil glands secrete oil to the skin which makes skin moisturized and soft. but in case of any pathophysiological changes in these glands due to external or internal factors can lead to acne this can be either be blackheads or whiteheads. for more information on this you can visit drugsdropship24. the acne triggering factors are listed below: oil glands are over stimulated by increase secretion of sex hormones called androgens that release in both boys and girls during adolescence. diseases like polycystic ovary syndrome and cushing's syndrome hormonal changes due to menstruation pregnancy or hormonal therapy like birth control pills cosmetic mostly moisturizers and oily preparations genetics pathogenic invasion like propionibacterium acnes and staphylococcus epidermidis secondary physical factors such as diet personal hygiene (dirt sweat) and stress incidence of acne on the basis of age: acne affects 90% teenagers. acne generally begins with the onset of adolescence when androgen concentration begins to increase in the body on the basis of gender: acne is more common in males than females during puberty. however during adulthood due to hormonal changes women become prone to acne.
can parkinson's disease medications be given by iv (intravenously)?,"there are no iv [intravenous] pd formulations available in the united states but iv lisuride and apomorphine are available in europe. in addition there is a levodopa gel that may be pumped into the stomach from a small feeding tube. better options may be pd medications that dissolve in the mouth. ""parcopa"" or carbidopa/levodopa odt is equivalent to swallowed versions of levodopa. zydis-selegiline is the same as selegiline. apomorphine may also be injected just under the skin up to 6 times per day."
my wife and i are 69 and 70 years old living in georgia. we have no income and aren't eligible for medicare. how can we get financial assistance to get health insurance?,go to healthcare. gov to learn what type of coverage is available to you and at what price. generally people eligible for medicare cannot buy a plan on the marketplaces. but legal immigrants over the age of 65 not in the country long enough to qualify for medicare can buy private insurance and if your income qualifies be eligible for financial assistance.
i have had raised bumps on my face for years now?,hi this is keratosis variant. there are local creams that can be applied for its treatment. laser treatments are also available now. consult a dermatologist. thanks
husband and i had unprotected sex twice and twice he ejaculated next day i get my period. can i still get pregnant? . we want to have a baby but i want to know if it is possible if i could become pregnant if we had sex and the next day i get my period. my period last month began on the 13th so i am late two days.,while it is still possible to get pregnant it's less likely since you started your period the next day. that means that you were not likely in a time in your cycle where pregnancy is likely. to increase your ability to get pregnant you should time intercourse around the time of ovulation. webmd's ovulation calculator can help.
is it possible to find out that you're pregnant 16 days after sex? . my boyfriend and i have been seeing each other for nearly 4 years now and we have unprotected sex each time we have sex. we took a break got back together on may 19th and had sex. my period is irregular. i'm not on birth control or anything like that. i have experienced some symptoms lately such as heartburn nausea lower back pain frequent urination and sensitive breasts. it's been 16 days and i was wondering if it's possible to find out if i'm pregnant within those 16 days?,hi first day after a missed period should be about right time to do a urine test. do hope this helps you. good luck
diabetic man had leg injury antibiotics not working?,there seems to be a bit of infection still remaining underlying the healing scab. remove the scab and remove the infection thoroughly. spontaneous healing will occur then.
what tests should my doctor be conducting to diagnose the cause of my vertigo? i was diagnosed at the er this weekend. . i woke up feeling a little dizzy then about an hr after i woke up i felt a constant spinning sensation accompanied by severe nausea and vomitting everytime i moved. the er dr diagnosed vertigo caused by a virus inducing swelling in my inner ear. i was prescribed medications for the dizziness and nausea but the spinning hasn't stopped and it has been three days.,the er doctor may be correct since inner ear disorders are really high on the diagnostic possibilities. most care cause by viruses that are self-limiting so if you can hang in there another week or so it may resolve. if not your doctor should send ot you an ent specialist -- one that specializes in inner ear problems (neurotologist) for a higher-level diagnostic work-up. this may include an mri and a variety of inner ear diagnostic tests.
i have boils all over my scalp and i could see pus coming out of it?,hi there in my opinion you need to get ride of the cause to be able to get ride of the boils so i recommend anti nuclear antibody profile +rh factor and c reactive protein tests good luck
what causes rumbling noise in both ears? . what causes rumbling like a motor running in both ears? i can't hear bass tones. my blood pressure is good. . i have no other symptoms.,it may be pressure buildup in your ears which can happen from allergies. you could try an over-the-counter allergy treatment -- something with a decongestant if you have no heart problems and your blood pressure is fine (make sure to read the label to make sure the medication is ok for you) -- for a few days and see if that helps. if not you should check with your doctor as you don't want to ignore hearing loss.
will mental health and substance abuse treatment be covered under the new insurance plans?,yes mental health and substance abuse treatment must be covered in all new plans. you can read more detail about that here at webmd's health reform 101 blog. in 2008 the mental health parity and addiction equity act (mhpaea) became effective followed by the affordable care act in 2010 which put in place healthcare allowances that included individuals struggling with substance use disorders according to the healthcare law substance use disorders is included in the “ten elements of essential health benefits. ” (whitehouse. gov) this means that assistance and services for mental health and substance abuse treatments are covered under the new insurance plans. furthermore the law states that insurance companies have to provide the same percentage of coverage for substance use disorders that they pay for other medical illnesses. this means that yes your insurance will pay for drug detox. gallus detox center is a private inpatient detox facility specializing in iv therapy medical detox. if you have questions about our facility or detox method please call us at 855-338-6929.
which of these medicines is an opiate? endocet or tramadol or lyrica or morphine? just give me a simple answer please.,opiates: morphine endocet similar to opiates:tramadol non-opiate: lyrica detailed drug information is available on webmd
right hand was crushed/squeezed with limited motion 4th metacarpal is broke?,hi i see no fracture at all i recommend physical therapy as your symptoms indicate fibrous tissue formation due to slight internal muscle or joint capsule bleeding good luck
i wish to get pregnant but i am in contact with a person with cytomegalovirus (cmv) infection?,there is a possibility that you might already have an exposure but the viral counts not enough to cause active infection as well as your immunity must​ be playing a role. if you wish to get pregnant let the child get over infection and then you can get you investigations done followed by proper prophylaxis if necessary. once you are reassured of being completely infection free you can proceed further. hope this helps.
should i test for hiv/aids and other sexual disease? been 9 yrs since i had unprotected sex. i'm getting married and i was wondering if i should get tested or not? or am i over worrying. . . . been 9 yrs since i had unprotected sex even throught i'm pretty sure that my ex boyfriends don't have it but i doubt they would have been tested for it. since then to now i don't have any symptoms that worries me,hi if its peace of mind your looking for then go get tested its best to be safe than sorry its as easy as that. but from what your saying as well as long as you have always had sex with a condom that part you should be 98% proof. but how about oral sex? not so good with a condom on my with once said trying a fruit flavoured one as some stis and stds will affect the throat to. do hope this helps you. good luck
i had non hodgkin lymphoma what can help me manage the pain?,hi such type of pain is severe and usually does not respond to routine pain killers. take analgesics like tramadol morphine etc. skin patches injections. physiotherapy may help thanks
i’m type 1 diabetic. is there any damage to myself if i take ginkgo biloba?,i would not recommend taking ginkgo biloba if you have diabetes. we have some data that shows it interacts with quite a few medications and in my opinion it’s better to be safe than sorry.
i’m 19 and have chest pain tightness and a high heart rate?,hi i would like to know what tests were done. sometimes only ecg wont show any abnormalities and wont rule out all the cardiac causes. sometimes its necessary to get an echocardiography as well. such high heart rates at your age and chest pains are not expected. you should get some more tests and shouldnt ignore it thanks
is it possible that a newborn that tested negative for group b strep to start showing symptoms of it as a young adult? . my mother tested positive after she had me but i had tested negative for it. as a child i was frequently getting strep throat. i had it so many times i had my tonsils removed and haven't had any strep throat since. now as a young adult i get urinary tract infections frequently and with my last one my doctor told me there was strep in my urine cultures and they told me that i'm a carrier of the strep virus. so is it possible that i could now be showing symptoms of group b strep?,"we tend to get re-exposed to various types of strep throughout our lives. what you are experiencing now as an adult would have nothing to do with your negative test as an infant. yes strep b as well as several other bacterial (strep is not a virus) types can grow out of a urine culture when you have an urinary tract infection but this was not lingering on since birth. strep throat is due to group a strep -- a different ""bug"" entirely."
i’m having extreme gi issues during and after i run. my stomach kills and i feel extremely nauseous. what is wrong?,i'm not sure why this is happening but it is common. dairy is certainly a possible culprit but you say you've cut it out before you run. here are some additional tips. 1. avoid caffeine and warm fluids. they can increase intestinal motility. 2. limit high-fiber foods. you may want to track the food you eat the day before too. 3. avoid any other foods that you know upset your stomach or give you gas. 4. stay well hydrated (dehydration slows digestion of food and cause stomach problems). i recommend 16-20 ounces of water 60-90 minutes before you run and 8-10 ounces every 20 minutes during the run. importantly avoid replacement beverages like gatorade since the sugar can increase motility. 6. avoid aspirin ibuprofen products with sorbitol or large doses of vitamin c. all of these can cause diarrhea or otherwise upset your stomach. 7. try a bland food like half a bagel and nothing else 30-45 minutes before you train. 8. pepto bismol can help too. 9. if possible empty your bowel before you run. if it continues you should consult your doctor to rule out any medical problem.
my hands tremble feel nerve pain and stomach pain after masturbating?,masturbation is not good for health and should be completely avoided. if u stop it all other problems will go away automatically. take symptomatic treatment till then. health supplements will be helpful
can my pm doctor require a urinalysis? . aclosefamilymemberhasrecentlyundergonbrainsurguryshealsohasbeendealing withfibro-myalgiashetakesregulardosesofpainmanagementmedicineatherlastappointmentshe wastoldthatshewouldhave to give a urine sample before she could recieve her perscriptions is a resident of missouri which does not yet allow prescription marijuana yetshe takes it to help manage the paincan they require a urinalysis and if so what could be the reprocussions of either refusing or for testing positive for illegal marijuana use,no medical provider can require an adult person to take a urine drug test. they can ask refuse to give them any more pain medications or legally terminate their professional relationship but they cannot really force anyone to pee. the repercussions for not complying to the doctor's request for a urine drug screen would be his refusal to prescribe further pain prescriptions. proper pain management is essential for a person who had brain surgery and other chronic pain issues (fibromyalgia) but it is the doctor's responsibility to make sure that highly-addictive pain medications are not be diverted to others or misused. the doctor has no legal responsibility to prescribe medical marijuana but may be able to refer your family member to a pain management specialist for on-going care. yes they can especially if you r on a pain med contract and you signed it and agreed to it!
i have a weak and sensitive low back. even if anyone hits me slowly on my low back it pains a lot. what should it do? . i feel as if my lowback is very fragile. i'm 1 years old. when i do exercises which include back stretching i feel a little pain and i'm afraid if my condition gets worse. even exercising is leading to white vaginal discharge and making me weak. so what should i do to make my lowback strong? also i would like to know the reason for such weakness and if it harmful in future,first thing i would advise you to do is see a doctor. a family doctor or e. r. doctor first. you may have a vaginal infection that is causing the pain in your lower back. additionally severe pressure from constipation can cause back pain as well. a vaginal exam and a x-ray is a must for first step. and then see if that doctor can give diagnosis and treatment to help you. if not see specialist orthopedic and gyno. infection can cause weakness but so can other things like fibromyalgae so i would see a doctor soon. long term harmful effects will depend on what the problem is and how soon you get help. hope this helped you and that you feel better soon. god bless
can a yeast infection spread to pubic area and inner thighs? . i have a yeast infection and treated it with an over the counter medication. the burning and itching on the inside of my vagina has stopped but i am now red and itching on my outer pubic area and it has moved to my inner thighs. is this still the yeast infection or is something else going on?,hi sound like your yeast infection is still with you but now its on the outside. so one help if you have them is to get rid of your pubic hair its a nice hiding place for a fungi warm and moist so no hair no hiding place you can get an over the counter antifungal cream for it or you could try some coconut oil yeast infection don't like coconut oil its a natural antifungal and very good as a sex oil lots of slip and you get the antifungal protection. hope this helps you. good luck
3 week old vomiting from mouth and nose but scan doesn’t show piloric stenosis?,hi may be the feeding is not done in a proper way. after every feed you need to keep the baby in your arms upright position and tap his back till it burps. give antiflatulent anti colic baby drops. thanks
i'm a woman on 3 drugs that affect libido. how do i increase my sex drive? . i currently take three medications: one for epilepsy-zonegran one for depression (which is a side effect of the seizure medication)-cymbalta and a bcp tri-legest. all three have side effects of reduced libido and it certainly affects me. i am married and it is a problem. we have sex maybe once a month or so and it's unpleasant and painful. how can i improve my sex drive? i can't stop any of the medications except maybe the birth control.,hi have a read through this link from drugs. com as you read down it states that you should not be on tri legest fe 28 if your on depression drugs. <link> just copy into google to the www. to open and read. see your doctor for a change perhaps the mini pill may be a better thing as its only one hormone progestin see if that helps you below is a couple of links that may help in getting your libido back up. <link> <link> <link>#ylrvmffwi7ba61q1. 97 just copy into google one at a time as above. also google this raise female libido naturally the ones above come from there and theres far more. but go have a look on www. dodsonandross. com you may find some help there from dr betty dodson join and post to her your problem as well and she will answer you. do hope this helps you. good luck ps if your dry and that's why its painful try some coconut oil (extra virgin) could give you that extra slip you looking for.
my 6 y/o has been complaining for the last 6 months tummy ache/pain of the abdomen (around the navel area)/slightly swollen abdomen/discomfort when eating (will only eat a few bites)?,anemia could cause low appetite in children which can be fixed by iron rich diet yet it does not explain tumy ache also as they grow the growth rate is reduced which cause lower apetite i would go with stomach worms so i suggest checking her stool (stool analysis)
why is my right eyeball twitching? . started almost a year ago. very random. it has gotten more and more frequent over the last few weeks. now its more than a few times a day. no redness or swelling or tearing or any other symptoms. i do have astigmatism and when it does twitch my vision blurs slightly. no insurance though so i cannot even have it checked out til march. worried it could be something serious. would appreciate some advice.,i'm sorry you're going through this. it's always scary when we have a problem with our eyes! the first thing to clarify is this: is it your actual eyeball that's twitching? or is it your eyelid? twitching of the eyelid is called blepharospasm and is quite common. it tends to come and go as you described. it can get worse and more frequent from time to time and then clear up for long periods. stress fatigue and caffeine are common culprits of blepharospasm. if it's your eyeball that's twitching that would be more worrisome to me. when a person's eyeballs twitch it's usually both of them. if your eyeball itself is the problem i'd advise you to see a doctor. i realize you said you don't have insurance but most communities have free or low-cost health care clinics. you could start by getting checked at one of those just to calm any fears you may have about this situation. i wish you all the best!
if there is no blood flow to the head what can be done for an 87 years old patient?,a few dietary changes will help. vitamin b6 and b12 supplements will hep to some extent. at 87. nothing much can be expected. lot depends in associated conditions like diabetes. hypertension. heart disease etc
i am a 21 year old female previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder i have developed a muscle spasm that resembles a tic along my right arm?,hi olivia i took saphris over a year and a half ago for the problem but i doubt that is it. the only other thing i have taken is lamotrigine and i stopped taking that about five months ago.
i have a red swollen pimple like area on my stomach that is very sore and is hard (ish) about 3 inches in diameter. it started almost like a pimple (i thought it was) it's been 3 days and it hasn't changed. it may be getting aggrevated and staying red and hurting due to the fact that when i set up my pants belt underwear etc rub against it.,if it grows rapidly in size and is extremely hard and painful it could be mrsa or staph infection. however if it is staying the same size it may just be an ingrown hair. ingrown hairs can get infected and become staph so make sure you clean it and not mess with it.
what is the best medication to give someone who is running a low-grade fever?,acetaminophen and ibuprofen are the two best over-the-counter fever relievers. you should check with your pharmacist to determine the proper dose for the patient. also keep in mind that most fevers occur due to some sort of infection. so it is usually recommended that you see your doctor if you are running a fever.
if caught early can i take steps to prevent bedbugs from multiplying?,no. although you may be able to spot and kill a bed bug or two that doesn’t get at the root problem which is the infestation itself. professionals consider bedbugs the single most difficult pest to eliminate. it’s not a do-it-yourself pest.
do they really work to remove blackheads and how do they work?,the single worst thing you can do to a pimple is pick. these are not surgical instruments you should not be doing this to your skin. so i do prefer those blackhead removing tools over using your fingers and a tissue. but i also think that this is something that should be done by your dermatologist in order to have the best chance at extracting the contents of that blackhead without leaving a scar. so anytime you pick at the skin in any way; whether it's using the tool or your fingers you do have some risk of scarring. so every pimple blackhead whitehead or a pustule or papule all starts out as a same thing. our face is covered with lots of little hair follicles which are called pores. at the base of those follicles there can be some bacteria that grows as well called p. acnes. for some reason which we don't fully understand why that is the opening of the follicle can become blocked and that means that all the contents behind it has no place to go it can't get to the surface. so as it builds up it can create a little bump on the surface and it can look a little bit white that's a whitehead. if it opens to the surface it gets oxidized and that's a blackhead. so a blackhead isn't dark because it's dirty it's dark because there is oxidation that goes on and makes it look dark. if there is a p. acnes bacteria that's growing at the base of that follicle now that the follicle is closed this kind of bacteria loves an environment where there is no oxygen. so once the covering gets closed there is no more oxygen the bacteria wakes up and it has all this great food; its got the oils from the oil glands that are produced there and all the proteins from the skin cells that are clogged behind it. and now its got an abundance of food supplies so it starts to flourish and that can look like a pimple. so when you pick at it what you do is you create an inflammatory response which makes it red and angry and can make it more likely to persist or last longer and more likely to scar and more likely to come back in the same spot so picking is very bad. but your dermatologist can help extract that for you or give you a treatment like a retinoid or a topical antibiotic that can get rid of that pimple for you much more quickly and safely.
is bathing in goats milk benefical,it is going to take a lot of goat milking. or a lot of money to buy the goat milk in order to fill up that bathtub. i think that bathing in goat's milk or any milk would be no more beneficial than bathing in water. the human skin does not really absorb milk through it.
can i use penicillin for ear infections?,in most cases you don't need antibiotics to treat an ear infection unless it is severe. penicillin is not the drug of choice; amoxicillin is currently the recommended drug should an antibiotic be medically prescribed. if you are self-diagnosing and self-prescribing then i recommend that you don't do it.
why is it important to diagnose prostate cancer early?,prostate cancer is the most common malignancy in american men and the second leading cause of deaths from cancer after lung cancer. the estimated lifetime risk of being diagnosed with the disease is 17. 6% for caucasians and 20. 6% for african americans. the lifetime risk of death from prostate cancer similarly is 2. 8% and 4. 7% respectively. as reflected in these numbers prostate cancer is likely to impact the lives of a significant proportion of men that are alive today. over the years however the death rate from this disease has shown a steady decline and currently more than 2 million men in the u. s. are still alive after being diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their lives. although it is subject to some controversy many experts in this field therefore recommend that beginning at age 40 all men should undergo screening for prostate cancer.
my fingertips have severe dry cracked peeling skin that sometimes becomes worse. any suggestions?,it is possible that you have a form of eczema that is causing your fingers to peel and crack. many people experience a flare-up of this type of eczema especially when they change environments. this means a change of climate humidity sometimes food water etc. some people notice that their flare-ups occur when they have allergy symptoms and can benefit from antihistamines as well as using creams or lotions that do work. try to notice if your condition ever improves. make a note of the things in your life that are different and see if you can get an upper hand on this. treating it with steroid cream is one way to keep it from cracking to the point of bleeding.
i have knocked knees – no fix – or do i need surgery?,hi opposite deformity known as genu varum causes arthritis in long run due to load on medial knee compartment. comparatively. knock knees cause arthritis pretty rarely thanks
what is the likelihood of arthritis in joints near the base of fractured metatarsals #2 and #3? . if metatarsals #2 and #3 are fractured at the base near the joints of the midfoot what is the likelihood of arthritis particularly if metatarsal #2 is comminuted at the joint? is this a true lisfranc fracture? (aircast and no surgery),"the short answer to your question is that the development of osteoarthritis does seem more prevalent in joints that have been injured in the past. so you may development osteoarthritis of your foot in the future. that said the midfoot is not a common place to develop osteoarthritis. (the big toe is a more common target for arthritis. ) in terms of whether or not you suffered a lisfranc injury it does sound like it from your description. a midfoot injury is deemed a ""lisfranc fracture"" (or dislocation or injury) when any of the metatarsal bones separates from the tarsus which is the cluster of bones from the heel to the midfoot. this usually happens due to a crushing injury like dropping a jar of pickles on your foot. athletes in certain sports are more prone to lisfranc injuries. these include football and snowboarding. lisfranc injuries occur in varying degrees of severity. slight dislocations often are treated just as you described with some type of splinting (an air cast). severe dislocations require surgery. hope this helps and that you get better soon!"
does adding vodka to orange juice kill any bacteria or viruses and make it safer to drink? . does it have a similar effect to pasteurization? . .,no. vodka added to any drink will not sterilize it.
stomach pain hard chest pain the only time i don’t feel the painis when i sleep?,this is usually a result of severe indigestion issues. biliary tract infection can cause this types of indigestion. anxiety also seems to be a contributing factor. usg abdomen should be done to rule out any organic pathology
how can i decrease my appetite?,"let's say you've already had a healthy balanced meal so that you're not hungry (hunger is a physical phenomenon and tells the body ""i need food for survival"") but your appetite (appetite is a psychological phenomenon and is about ""i want food"" because it tastes great) get stirred up. that means you should be fine but you're getting tempted. here are a few things you can do to quell appetite and rein in over-eating: 1) brush your teeth and/or use mouth wash. that'll take the tastiness out of most foods. 2) if you have to have something eat something that expands your stomach with few calories--- a low cal soup lots of veggies. 3) stay completely away from any sugary foods. the refined sugar will cause your insulin to spike and you'll end up with a ravenous appetite for more. talk about shooting yourself in the foot! 4) get plenty of sleep! this keeps the levels of leptin (a hormone that helps you feel satisfied) high to help control appetite."
suffering from involuntary movements spasms doctors don’t know what is wrong?,most probably its primary lat. sclerosis – but its a diagnosis that reveals out ofter by exclusion of other neurological problems u need to be assessed neurologically well to do cbc mri emg nerve conduction assessment to exclude other neurological problems to confirm the diagnosisafter that drugs and physiotherapy and speech therapy will be needed to control the involuntary movements the weakness and the slurred speech
do teens always get pregnant after sex?,just the stupid ones. hi only ones who have unprotected sex before you have sex you really need to know what happens when it goes wrong like getting pregnant? so have you not heard of plan b its a morning after pill? have you not heard of condoms? or just telling the guy no
what exactly does pre-canceruous mean?,it is a lesion that may develop into cancer over time. there are many types of precancerous skin lesion colon lesions etc. some surgeons elect to remove them when they are in the innocent pre-cancerous stage rather than waiting until they become true cancers.
i am very concerned. i noticed today my urine if very dark and red or brown maybe blood. . the only recent change i have epericenced would be a hep b vaccine shot last week. i have no injuries. and this is a very sudden change.,you are correct. dark red or brown urine could be blood although there are medications and even certain foods that can change the color of the urine. this would have nothing to do with your recent hep b vaccine. one common cause of blood in the urine would be a urinary tract infection even if you are not feeling any other symptoms. just the way a nose can suddenly bleed the bladder can do the same. this would be high on my list if you were female. urinary tract infections are uncommon in men. a kidney stone can cause urinary bleeding as well. i would be advisable for you to see your medical provider today and have a urinalysis to see if you are indeed having a urinary tract bleed. if not your medical provider can search for other possibilities. two nights ago had dark red urine?
are hives contagious?,no hives are not contagious. hives can appear from a allergic reaction ( eg. foods injections etc. ) allergy medication such as bendryl can take the terrible itch away and dense up the color. if one spot goes away another cluster can form. if you have chest tightness a fever or trouble swallowing get to the hospital. hives can last for days months or even years.
i have a friend who's body creates more bad bacteria then good. what can we do to stop this and get more good bacteria? . she has went to several doctors but none of them know what there doing. she is always sick and always has a bad headache and back problems. please can anyone help.,"i am unclear as to what you mean by his body creating ""bad bacteria"" and what relationship this might have to his headaches or back problems. obviously there is much in the news about the advantages of probiotics (good bacteria) but i do not know enough about your friend to know if probiotics would help. my belief is that adding ""good bacteria"" will not really help his headache or back. there can be sooooo many different causes of headache and back pain that it would be in his best interest to work closely with his healthcare provider until this issue has been properly evaluated and solved."
what can i do if my partner’s body odor is keeping me awake?,so if your partner’s body odor is keeping you awake there’s a few things you want to do. number one is look at their diet. body odor is very consistent with what it is you are eating. if you’ve ever heard of people sweating garlic you know what that means is that people who have high garlic content you can actually smell it in their body odor. oftentimes i have people shower before bed and change their clothes before bed. having a specific night wear specifically some type of pajamas is what you’re looking for. oftentimes if you’re going to have somebody who wears the same pajamas over and over actually a polyester is going to be better than cotton because cotton will absorb all of that odor when and the sweat whereas the poly-blend probably won’t.
what actually causes gray hair?,gray hair results from the loss of functional melanocytes in the bulb of the hair. these are the pigment-producing cells which transfer pigment granules to the actively growing anagen hairs. it can occur gradually as we age or sooner in life for some genetically predisposed individuals.
i am having pain in a very specific part of my head for 1 year seeing blue flash?,if you are concerned then you should check your c1/2 do an mri just to be safe
does niacin flush your system from thc?,no. niacin will not flush your symptom from thc. only time can flush your system.
what are the long-term effects of chronic prostatitis?,chronic prostatitis affects men differently with varying degrees of discomfort or pain. prostatitis is not a contagious disease. you can live your life normally and continue sexual relations without passing it on. having prostatitis does not increase your risk of developing prostate cancer or any other prostate or kidney disease. but even if your prostatitis is cured you should continue to have regular exams to detect prostate cancer.
are there any age-advancing toxins in the chemicals that i use to clean my home?,protecting your skin from cleaning chemicals in your home is an important and healthy step for your skin. toxins can cause irritation and breaks in the skin that can lead to infection. for that reason protect your skin with gloves when dealing with chemicals. if toxins accidentally come in contact with your skin rinse off immediately.
me1yr old got the chicken pox vaccine 2wks ago and developed a rash on her belly n face 2days ago. is that normal?,i can't see the rash to offer you a patient-specific answer but those one year old vaccines are live vaccines with a two week incubation period so it is common for the chicken pox and the measles-mumps-rubella (mmr) vaccine to cause a mild rash. if this is related to the vaccine then there is really nothing that needs to be done. it will resolve on its own in a few days. keep in mind however that there are hundreds of other things that can cause a rash.
my right hand and foot have been numb i can’t move and it’s painful?,hi u seem to be having vitamin b12 calcium and vitamin d deficiency. get their blood levels checked. start on dietary supplements with calcium tablets. you can consult a physician if symptoms do not improve. thanks
what can cause black colored stools?,the most serious cause of black stools is bleeding from somewhere in the gi tract. bleeding in the stomach esophagus or intestines can turn into a black color by the time it leaves the body as stool. this can be caused by bleeding ulcers stomach inflammation broken blood vessels in the esophagus called varices or tumors. this type of bleeding can be life-threatening. the bleeding can also come from a nosebleed or from the mouth if blood is swallowed. black stools can also be caused by supplements such as iron or medicines such as pepto-bismol. certain foods like blueberries or black licorice can also turn the stool black. your doctor can tell if there is any blood in the stool by taking a stool sample from the rectum and performing a simple test in the office. if you are having any black or tarry stools call your doctor right away.
can nystatin/triamcinolone cream treat the systoms of shingles,no. this will not work or help. it may even make things worse.
is there any benefit for switching to almond milk in children with autisum,there would be absolutely no benefits from switching in my opinion.
why did hpv show up in the middle of my pregnancy? . i was 6 months pregnant when i had my outbreak of hpv. my ob/gyn told me that pregnancy hormones can activate the std but why did it not activate when the pregnancy hormones were first entered into my system? i never had the first sign on hpv until it suddenly broke out one day. i suspected my partner of cheating and found out that my suspicions were correct. it doesn't make any sense to me that if i have hpv before him why did i not have an outbreak before 6 months of pregnancy had gone by.,here is some information about hpv and pregnancy that i hope might help you find the right answer to your question: hpv & pregnancy pregnancy & sexually transmitted diseases all about hpv the webmd answers staff
soars on the back of my tongue since feb 2012 what could it be? . i have soars on the back of my tongue since feb 2012. i had a swab done by a doctor (feb 2012) and they said they would call me if it was anything serious and they didn't call me back. i still have soars on the back of my tongue today 9/19/13 what could it be?,"i don't know. i can't see them examine you nor do i know anything about you or your medical history. there is no way for me or any medical provider to be able to blindly guess that nature of your ""sores"" based on vague description. if you would like to have a definitive answer. a diagnosis. after a year and a half of worry then i strongly suggest that you see an ent specialist for a high-level examination."
red burning itching circular bite on dorsal thigh. now is a 10 inch red circle. increasing redness and itching and burning from a central bite on the back of the thigh. began as small red bump - now is a 10 inch red swollen circle on back of thigh.,i can't see it as you know nor can i take a more detailed medical history or examine you to narrow down the possibilities. this can be a bite (spider? ) or you may have secondary infection. just a blind guess. without a hands-on examination you cannot be properly diagnosed or treated so i suggest that you seek a medical evaluation today.
how can i prevent myself from getting tuberculosis?,avoid close contact or prolonged time with known tuberculosis patients in crowded enclosed environments like clinics hospitals prisons or homeless shelters.
i have heavy pain in both side of my head that causes dizziness sometimes in my back and neck?,hi degenerative disc diseases at multiple levels in the cervical spine seems to be the culprit. the branches of vertebral artery may get compressed due to this causing the symptoms. get a mri of the neck done with carotid ct angiography to rule out neurological causes. physiotherapy including laser traction short wave etc with use of cervical collar and neck exercises will help. thanks
is my premature ejaculation due to fear or a lifelong problem?,i read your query and understand your concerns. from the available description it appears that there is a psychogenic premature ejaculation. holding it for 30 minutes while having oral sex and not holding even for a few minutes during penetrative sex is clearly indicative of psychological premature ejaculation. there is no indication that you have a lifelong premature ejaculation. it is definitely treatable either with medication or psychotherapy. i understand your fear about medication but there is no indication that it causes decrease in sex drive. in regard to other methods of treatment kegel exercise has the most value. through kegel exercise try to hold ejaculation up to 15 seconds initially and increase by 1 or 2 seconds per day. the results may take time but there will be a definite improvement. for further doubts consult an andrologist online --> <link>
how long does it take methergine to work for a headache?,"methergine (methylergonovine) is an ""ergotamine"" type of medication. it is on the market as a treatment for uterine bleeding (that is the fda approved use). similar medications were used to treat headaches in the past. it should work for migraine. it is a very strong blood vessel constrictor and has a number of serious side effects (some of the side effects caused by long term use could be permanent). we don't use this medication in our clinic so i'm not sure how long it should take to work."
what increases the risk of getting cystic fibrosis?,cystic fibrosis is a genetic disorder. specifically cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disease. this means that to get the disease you must inherit the changed (mutated) gene from both parents. keep in mind: if a person inherits the changed gene from only one parent he or she will not develop cystic fibrosis but will be a carrier of the disease. carriers may pass the cystic fibrosis gene defect onto their children. if you are planning a pregnancy and you are white talk to your doctor about having a genetic test to determine your chances of having a child with cystic fibrosis. the disease is much more common in white people than in people of other races. the way that you eat how much you exercise whether you smoke or the kind of environment you live in does not cause cystic fibrosis. but if you have cystic fibrosis changes in your environment (such as not being around smokers) or changes in your behavior (such as eating the right kinds of foods) can help you feel better and live longer. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what areas does osteoarthritis affect?,osteoarthritis or oa can affect any joint. most often it's seen in the joints of the hands feet knees hip or spine. shoulder jaw wrists and other joints can be affected with oa but it’s unusual. it’s often the result of excess mechanical forces on these joints. but genetics and inflammation play a role. pain stiffness and swelling of oa resolve with rest applying heat or cold to the joint and weight loss if needed. medications can also help reduce painful oa symptoms and joint inflammation and destruction. osteoarthritis most often occurs in the hands (at the ends of the fingers and thumbs) spine (neck and lower back) knees and hips.
i work and live overseas how does this act effecr me? . i live and work overseas. i also have pay into a state health care system (outside the us). since my company is based in wyoming how will the affordable care act effect me?,since you work for a company providing health benefits the affordable care act will likely have no impact on you. most americans get their insurance through work or through some form of public insurance such as medicare. if you already have one of these types of coverage you need not take any action and can continue with the insurance benefits you already have.
i have been prescribed zoloft 100mg and effexor 150 bid. i have been taking for about 3 weeks. i am having problems. i have been prescribed zoloft 100 and effexor xr 150 bid. i have been on the zoloft about 3 weeks. i am a female on disability and take lyrica 150 bid gabapentin 150 tid lipitor 30mg once a day and pramipexole0. 25 at bedtime. i am divorced and also i have copd emphyzeme fibromyalgia degenerative disc disease osteoarthritis. have had c3-c7 solid fused and achilles tendon reconstruction and foot bone scaling. i just don't feel rational.,when i was a teenager i was on that finally got off it cause all i did was sleep even though i was sickly i still wanted a somewhat normal life and not sleep all the time!
i am having major muscle spasms in my lower back. i have been diagnosed with sciatica?,hi. you can take otc painkillers like ibuprofen naproxen along with muscle relaxant and do hot compresses. if the problem is due to pinched nerve then steroid injection can have a modest effect. you can also be advised anti depressants as they are also helpful in reducing pain in chronic cases. you should start physiotherapy and avoid any kind of jerks to your back. hope this helps.
is ginko and valerian root the same medicine,neither one is a medicine. they are herbs and are different.
what can be done to prevent hpv transmission to my partner? what are the risks if he is infected? . hello . i found out i have hpv from an abnormal pap smear. however i do not have genital warts or any external symptoms. i am currently in a monogamous relationship with a man. i was wondering what type of precautions should be taken to prevent spreading the disease to him and what are the risks if the disease is transmitted to him? i know it slightly increases the risks of some cancers in men but is there anything else to be concerned about? . thank you,first i'm sorry to hear you have been diagnosed with human papillomavirus (hpv) but i'm glad to hear you're getting regular pap smears. unfortunately your partner may already be infected. even without external genital warts or other symptoms you can spread the virus through mere contact during sexual intercourse. and use of a condom isn't necessarily protective either since a condom doesn't cover all the skin areas that may come in contact with the virus. the good news is that serious complications or cancers from hpv in heterosexual men with healthy immune systems is rare. in fact in both your cases the virus may clear up on its own over the course of a couple of years. (though this is less likely if you're passing it back and forth. ) both you and your boyfriend should be alert for signs of genital warts on his penis or scrotum. if you notice anything resembling genital warts he should try to see a doctor for a diagnosis. really the only way to diagnose hpv in men is through physical examination during an outbreak of the warts. if you have additional questions about this don't hesitate to ask your gynecologist. hpv is incredibly common. it's estimated that up to 50% of sexually active men and women will contract hpv at some point in their lives. take care!
accidentally took scab off while drying scab after shower it burns a bit. what should i do now? . the scabs were drying but i made them too moist and they got stuck on the tissue i was using.,hi just do nothing it will just scab over again in a short while when a scab comes off it really does some good. good luck
can i sit in a sauna and steam room with a broken ankle?,not if you are in a cast. it would become so stinky that you could not stand the smell and the humidity has the potential of fostering a very itchy and irritating fungal infection. if you do not have any medical issues that would preclude you from using a sauna or steam room and you are in a boot instead of a cast hobble or hop in carefully (don't slip or fall) consider leaving the boot outside the room and enjoy. there are no reasons a person with a broken ankle cannot have a sauna or steam.
can genital herpes be confused with shingles?,they are both herpes viruses. shingles is on one side of the body and follows a nerve pathway. shingles can be on the chest back face buttocks etc. genital herpes is just in the genital area.
what are bedbugs and how do you know if you have them?,bedbugs are bloodsuckers that feed mostly on humans. it’s a myth that they are too small to see. in fact they look like apple seeds or lentils. the first sign that you have a problem? you’ll wake up to find itchy welts on your skin frequently in groups of three -- one each to indicate your guest’s breakfast lunch and dinner. you might also spot pepper flake-like particles delicately called bedbug dirt.
can you have a period for 3 days and still be pregnant. my period was 2 days later then usual and it only lasted for 3 days. first day was heavy then lighter the next and last day spotting. when do you think i should take a pregnancy test.,hi it is possible to go through a whole pregnancy and having periods but these are very light and do last just 3 days. now as your 3 day period started with a very heavy day this could put a? mark on whether your pregnant but go get tested now and see what happens. good luck
is it harmful for a female to become extremely sexually aroused if she cannot reach orgasm due to medications?,i would say no it's generally not harmful to become sexually aroused without orgasm. many woman have trouble reaching orgasm even those who take no medications at all. i'm not actually aware of any medications that block female orgasm so i wouldn't be too sure your inability to climax is related to a particular medication. of course if you have a heart condition you should be cleared by your physician for sexual activity. sexual arousal can raise blood pressure which can be bad for your heart if you have existing heart disease. if you have concerns about your sexual health please do not be reluctant to discuss them with your health care provider or a counselor with expertise in these issues. i can assure you any health care professional worth his or her salt will treat your concerns and questions with the respect and dignity they deserve. hope this helps!
can herbal eye drops lighten the color of your eyes? if not then what will besides contacts? . my eyes are too dark. when i look in the mirror at my eyes i see a dark brown but i want to make my pupil lighter.,"when you look at your eyes in the mirror you see three basic colors: the white of your eyeball the colored part of the iris and the black of the pupil. let's look at these in a little more detail. everyone's eyeball is white. it's just how they're made. everyone's pupil is black because the pupil is actually an opening that allows light to go inside the eyeball. the pupil looks black because there's no light inside the eye to illuminate it. if there were the pupil might look bright white or even orange as if it were glowing. wouldn't that be cool? the iris is the colored part of the eyeball. the iris is not a muscle but it does expand and contract to control the size of your pupil (and by extension how much light gets inside your eye). the color of your iris is genetically determined. genetics is complex business so i won't go into it here. suffice it to say you can't use any product to lighten darken or otherwise change the color of your iris. the color is ""hard-coded"" into your dna. if you are unhappy with the color of your eyes the only way to change it is with contact lenses. that said i would tell you not to obsess over your eye color. there's no such thing as ""too dark"" or ""too light. "" beauty is in the eye of the beholder (pun intended). try to love your eye color because it is absolutely unique in the universe. wishing you well!"
we currently buy our own health insurance and it is in effect until august 2014. will i be able to sign up in the marketplace in august?,you can shop on your state's marketplace when your insurance is about to end. although open enrollment will be from oct. 1 - dec. 15 of 2014 if your current policy is ending you can shop and purchase coverage outside the open enrollment period.
awake during colonoscopy. reason given was tolerance to my nueropathy and anxiety meds. is this possible? . meds are clonazepam and duloxetine. just added gabapentin.,unfortunately you're not alone. my last colonoscopy and endoscopy i was wide awake and felt everything it wasn't fun to say the least! i recently had a endoscopy and the nurse said a few of the other nurses had the procedure without any meds. she also stated they have patients who've requested no medication! it was very uncomfortable to say the least. i'm on a fentanyl patch so it's very hard to sedate me.
what are the symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder (gad)?,"generalized anxiety disorder affects the way a person thinks but the anxiety can lead to physical symptoms as well. symptoms of gad can include: excessive ongoing worry and tension. an unrealistic view of problems. restlessness or a feeling of being ""edgy. "" irritability. muscle tension. headaches. sweating. difficulty concentrating. nausea. the need to go to the bathroom frequently. tiredness. trouble falling or staying asleep. trembling. being easily startled. in addition people with gad often have other anxiety disorders (such as panic disorder obsessive-compulsive disorder and phobias ) suffer from depression and/or abuse drugs or alcohol."
does a herniated disk cause numbness in the upper buttocks area. i have had this pain and numbness for about 2 years and standing and overworking makes it severly worse,that would depend on the location of the herniated disk. if it was in lumbar area then this would be possible. if the disk was in your neck then. no. in my situation i have a herniated disk that is touching my sciatic nerve which is causing severe lower back pain that radiates down my buttocks leg and foot. the only relief i have is sitting down. standing walking or laying flat causes the disc to push against the sciatic nerve and sitting releases the pressure. so yes a herniated disc can radiate down the leg and butt.
can alcohol consumption cause acne?,alcohol consumption does not really cause acne. it may lead to several other sufferings like gastric upset liver problems etc.
my son is 13 and is depressed. he has been taking vyvanse for the last 3 years and never had a problem. can you help?,while any of the stimulant medications can increase depressive symptoms. it's important to pay attention to this change in your son's mood and take him to a mental health professional for an assessment. children diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivitydisorder (adhd) at early are more likely to suffer from depression as adolescents than those who did not have adhd according to a long-term study published in the october issue of the archives of general psychiatry. although it was an uncommon occurrence the children with adhd also were somewhat more likely to think about or attempt suicide as adolescents. the study performed by researchers at the university of chicago and the university of pittsburgh followed 123 children diagnosed with adhd at age 4 to 6 for up to 14 years until they reached ages 18 to 20. it compared them with 119 children from similar neighborhoods and schools matched for age sex and ethnicity. the researchers found that 18 percent of children diagnosed early with adhd suffered from depression as adolescents about 10 times the rate among those without adhd. children with early adhd were five times as likely to have considered suicide at least once and twice as likely to have made an attempt. please get your son evaluated.
can poison ivy rash return same place after 2 months? . rash returned same places on arms after 2 months since had first rash. . haven't been any where near any plants no pets to come in contact with poison ivy. any one ever hear of this happening?,"poison ivy (or oak) is caused by exposure to the olioresin (oil) of the plant. it does not come back in the same place two months later unless you were re-exposed to the oil again. the oil can remain stable on an object for years so you don't have to come in contact with plant. just an object that still has the oil on it. please be sure you actually have poison ivy. many skin eruptions can mimic this allergic disorder and some can even show up in the same place (like eczema shingles etc. ). so i see that some people insist poison ivy cannot return months later and others say it can. and who is right? absolutely the people who say it can return are right. last summer i had poison ivy around my ankles. many months later in the winter a milder version of the rash returned. i was not wearing the same clothes not sleeping on the same sheets and not touching anything i had used outdoors. i was not working outdoors at all! moreover even now a year later though i don't have the rash around my ankles if i scratch my skin in that area the red bumps and the itching will return. currently i am recovering from poison ivy rash primarily on my face and neck--unrelated to last year's episode. i have taken prednizone for a week (and never again will i take a stereoid! no wonder all those nfl players are killing people). i have washed all my clothes sheets etc. in hot water twice. the rash on my face has almost disappeared but i have little outbreaks here and there in odd places like a bump on my arm or on my back. but i have not worked outdoors in more than 2 weeks. the poison ivy--as someone else said--is surely in my system. i wish i could prove it so that people like me tormented by this vicious plant wouldn't look for answers and receive erroneous ones from so-called professionals. what has worked better for me than anything is white vinegar. it stings on the bumps and openings in the skin but the stinging is not worse than the itching. i apply it liberally with drenched cottonballs until my skin is dripping and i wait for it to dry naturally. then i rub ""itch"" all over the now-dry area. there may be better methods but the vinegar dries it out makes thick scabs (hideous but effective) the scabs fall off fairly soon (so thick they make a plopping sound when they fall! ugh! gross! ). i've been able to sleep with this method maybe having to get up once in the night to reapply the vinegar or just grope for the itch and rub some in--whereas last year using other treatments i could not sleep. other ""treatments""--vick's vapo-rub clorox (so good for your liver) cortizone creams and other over-the-counter meds have not done so well. haven't tried tobacco but i'm an x-smoker and if there's anything that makes me want to smoke it's lying awake all night scratching--so i had to forget that. a pox take the next creep who writes that ""the best treatment is avoidance. "" (i hope you get to dance to the tune of poison ivy at least once. the plant is everywhere! ) i hope this helps some other poor sufferer! itchy-scratchy yes the rash can return to same area months later. once you have been exposed to this plant and even thought the rash itself may have long since healed or faded away the underlying skin proteins remain sensitized to urushiol for quite some time in some cases several years hence the slightest newest recent exposure to urushiol in certain individuals will cause you to experience for a second or third time a newer rash. breathing in the flower pollen also in certain individuals will cause them to develop a rash. exposure frequency and time interval duration between each successive pi exposure to a large extent will determine how severe your rash outbreak will not only be but how long it will last. ""it's in the blood"" is what i have grown up hearing about poison oak once you have gotten it on you. always thought that statement was crazy until 6 years ago i accidently got it on me. the rash has come up every year without fail in the same exact spot even when i have avoided the outdoors pets and all clothing and bedding washed repeatedly. tried just about every home grown or over the counter cure possible. usually just have to keep the area clean and wait it out. the most horrid plant in the universe! i have had symptoms of poison ivy rash which was initially on undersides of arms and on front of shins. now over most of my body. after two 5 day treatments of 12 steroids a day and steroid cream it is worse than ever (during steroid treatments it started to fade but came back with a vengence when the pills stopped). desperate now with itching awful looking skin. have left the gym (which had helped me lose 2 stone in 4 months). hate going as whether you are working out or swimming people quite naturally look at your skin. i am now to see a dermatologist on tuesday so can only hope something can be improved. best cooling lotions i have used for relief of itching have been aloe vera and (one i got in the us) called caladryl clear (topical analgesic skin protectant). coated in this after cold water or ice to skin seems to make me more comfortable. i got this in june and it is now nearly september. worst thing i have ever managed to get. deeply regret doing all that gardening now and still haven't found the pouson ivy."
what are the possable causes of your body not being able to absorb iron after having your stomach and spleen removed?,the removal of the stomach has the biggest impact on iron absorption. this is because the stomach secrets acid that lowers the ph of iron greatly improving its ability to be absorbed in the small intestine. the spleen plays various roles in the body including acting as a filter for blood recycling old red blood cells.
i have a fracture on my left hand finger while i was playing football?,hi if u have no pain at the fracture site then i think u need not worry. the callus is just in the initial stage of formation and u will soon see radiological signs of union. continue physiotherapy do not lift anything heavy. best wishes. thanks
can i take antihistamines (an otc drug) when pregnant?,antihistamines are used to treat allergy symptoms. we have two generations of antihistamines: first generation antihistamines like chlorpheniramine dimenhydrinate diphenhydramine doxylamine are considered safe to use during pregnancy. these medications have sedative effect (cause sleepiness). the newer non-sedating antihistamines like cetirizine desloratadine fexofenadine and loratadine are best avoided in pregnancy as we have no strong evidence confirming its safety in pregnancy. hope this helps. consult a general medicine physician online for further queries --> <link>
right testicle is smaller than left recenly had inguinal hernia? . 3 and half months ago i had open surgery for inguinal hernia and i was very well but since lastday i feel i have a bit pain in my testicle . also since day first i had operated i can feel my right side testicle is smaller than the left one and even the alignment is different i mean the right one is upper than the left one! . please advise? . i live very far from city and its hard for me to get to hospital on public transport. please advise? thx,hi below is two links if you can understand them. veins that supply blood to you testicals comes up the front if your sugeon was not payin attention as he has sewing these into the wall and sqeesed them. best you get back asap and it will need looking into straight away. <link> <link> just copy links into google one at a time to the www. to open and read. hope this helps you. good luck
would adderall 5 mg sr tabs cause me to test positive for methamphetamine on a drug test?,adderall is an amphetamine so it would be detected as amphetamines on a drug test. if you are subjected to drug screenings you should have your prescription for adderall on hand or a doctor’s note with you so you can verify that you take adderall for medical reasons.
after erection my pennis points vertically upwards is this a defect? . age 21 no other health problem,as long as it is straight this is not a defect. it is supposed to erect somewhat upwards to match the angle of the vagina.
what illnesses often co-exist with bipolar disorder?,i have delt with bi-polar disorder my entire life. my mom was severely bi-polar and i was diagnosed at age 13. my mother attempted suicide over 50 times. i have one brother and two sisters who refused to deal with my mom due to the fact they thought her suicide attempts were just ways to get attention. my mother passed away in 2005. non-suicide. so now i am basically on my own with this disorder as my siblings not really wanting to have anything to do with me because they couldn't deal with my mothers bi-polar. i realize this is off topic but i would like to thank kymi84 for her earlier response. i experience alot of the same symptoms she does and until i read her response i thought it was just me. thanks for being so open and honest. as far as the main topic the illnesses or other symptoms you might have due to your bi-polar vary from person to person. aches pains headaches migraine. the list can go on and on.
i believe my boyfriend has urinary incontinence. even though i don't notice leakage during sex can it cause uti's in me. i have been with him for 2 1/2 years and have always noticed his urine leakage but never knew the cause. it is just recently that i suspected that he has this condition. i haven't noticed any urine leakage during sex. however i've had 2 uti's in the past few months which is uncommon for me. i have a doctor appointment for him but until then it is my opinion that we should use a condom if nothing else for my safety. my question is can his urinary incontinence cause uti's in me during sex?,hi if you think your b/f is leaking urine during sex first have noticed him or has said that he leaks urine at any other time? if so its his sphincter muscle at the base of his penis its gone weak doing kegels will help strengthen it up just go to www. pegym. com and look under exercises your find them there he needs to do the reverse ones as well it wont take long to re-strengthen it back to normal. doing these will also help him when ejaculating so there something all men should do through there lives. uti's are not something that transfers between people when having sex. hope this helps. good luck
did i re-break my arm? . i have a proximal humerus break. it happened about 9 weeks ago. this week was my last appointment my doctor said it was healing well. i had full range of motion back and was working on strength and it rarely ever hurt. he said i was good to go and don't need to come back. . then a few days ago i fell and caught myself with both arms. when it happened there was pain but it went away quickly and my arm felt fine again. slowly it has been hurting more and more. did i upset it? or did i re-break it?,yes you can re-break an arm but it will take an x-ray and a careful examination to make that determination. the fact that your arm is hurting more and more each day is an indication that you need to seek hands-on medical care. while there are many other non-fracture reasons for arm pain these cannot be sorted out blindly over the internet.
what medication should i take for a fever sore throat body achs and muchus presser in the head and neck,i would suggest tylenol and mucinex drink lots of water to thin out the mucus the tylenol will help with the other symptoms
what kind of doctor treats athlete's foot?,dermatologists specialize in the treatment of skin disorders including athlete's foot. you may find a board-certified dermatologist through <link>. additionally family medicine physicians internal medicine physicians pediatricians podiatrists (foot doctors) and other practitioners may also treat this common infection.
i keep getting bacterial vaginosis and he keeps getting a rash around his waist. are we passing something back and forth. i have been treated for bacterial vaginosis 4 times and my sexual partner (for over a year) has a reoccurring rash around his waist. he said his doctor said it was a bacterial infection. are we passing something back and forth? i have already been checked for a std and it was negative.,hi for one bv is a bugger for keeping coming back and yes you could be passing it back and forth but as you will read its not the way. <link> just copy into google to the www. to open and read ok when you have read through that try having a read through these links below you may find some natural help to kick it into touch and away. <link> <link> <link> just gopogle them one at a time as above. the reason for these links it will keep you off antibiotics after you have been on then do you take acidophilus? or probiotics? or a good natural yoghurt? these all help in getting your natural vaginal ph back to normal. do hope you find some real help for you but i think he has something different but there may be some real distant cross over which only some real deep test would find out. but of the top of my head could it be shingles he has? do hope this helps you and him. good luck
what are the types of arrhythmias?,the types of arrhythmias include: premature atrial contractions. these are early extra beats that originate in the atria (upper chambers of the heart). they are harmless and generally do not require treatment. premature ventricular contractions (pvcs). these are among the most common arrhythmias and occur in people with or without heart disease. this is the skipped heartbeat we all occasionally experience. in some people it can be related to stress too much caffeine or nicotine or too much exercise. but sometimes pvcs can be caused by heart disease or electrolyte imbalance. people who have a lot of pvcs and/or symptoms associated with them should be evaluated by a heart doctor. however in most people pvcs are usually harmless and rarely need treatment. atrial fibrillation. atrial fibrillation is a very common irregular heart rhythm that causes the atria the upper chambers of the heart to contract abnormally. atrial flutter. this is an arrhythmia caused by one or more rapid circuits in the atrium. atrial flutter is usually more organized and regular than atrial fibrillation. this arrhythmia occurs most often in people with heart disease and in the first week after heart surgery. it often converts to atrial fibrillation. paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (psvt). a rapid heart rate usually with a regular rhythm originating from above the ventricles. psvt begins and ends suddenly. there are two main types: accessory path tachycardias and av nodal reentrant tachycardias (see below). accessory pathway tachycardias. a rapid heart rate due to an extra abnormal pathway or connection between the atria and the ventricles. the impulses travel through the extra pathways as well as through the usual route. this allows the impulses to travel around the heart very quickly causing the heart to beat unusually fast. av nodal reentrant tachycardia. a rapid heart rate due to more than one pathway through the av node. it can cause heart palpitations fainting or heart failure. in some cases it can be terminated using simple maneuvers such as breathing in and bearing down. some drugs can also stop this heart rhythm. ventricular tachycardia (v-tach). a rapid heart rhythm originating from the lower chambers (or ventricles) of the heart. the rapid rate prevents the heart from filling adequately with blood. this can be a serious arrhythmia especially in people with heart disease and may be associated with more symptoms. ventricular fibrillation. an erratic disorganized firing of impulses from the ventricles. the ventricles quiver and are unable to contract or pump blood to the body. this is a medical emergency that must be treated with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (cpr) and defibrillation as soon as possible. long qt syndrome. the qt interval is the area on the electrocardiogram that represents the time it takes for the heart muscle to contract and then recover or for the electrical impulse to fire impulses and then recharge. when the qt interval is longer than normal it increases the risk of a life-threatening form of ventricular tachycardia. long qt syndrome is an inherited condition that can cause sudden death in young people. it can be treated with antiarrhythmic drugs pacemaker electrical cardioversion defibrillation implanted cardioverter/defibrillator or ablation therapy. bradyarrhythmias. these are slow heart rhythms which may arise from disease in the heart's electrical conduction system. examples include sinus node dysfunction and heart block. sinus node dysfunction. a slow heart rhythm due to an abnormal sinus node. significant sinus node dysfunction that causes symptoms is treated with a pacemaker. heart block. a delay or complete block of the electrical impulse as it travels from the sinus node to the ventricles. the heart may beat irregularly and often more slowly. if serious heart block is treated with a pacemaker.
my husband has stomach cancer he refused treatment now he is unable to eat solid food?,life expectancy in stomach cancer depends on the nature of the cancer cells. its type. and the stage of the tumor. if he is refusing to get chemotherapy and radiotherapy then i recommend trying to lower his pain and suffering by taking ppi medications and undergoing an alkaline diet. depend on soft foods and juices.
does a written prescription expire?,every state will differ in regards to how long a written prescription will be active. check with your local pharmacist to learn your state’s regulations regarding the type of prescription and the expiration date.
what if i am unemployed? do i have to get insurance or am i exempt?,if you're unemployed and can't find a health plan that you can afford (one that costs no more than 8% of your income) you will be exempt. however the good news is that as someone without an income you'll qualify for steep subsidies to dramatically lower the cost of insurance. and if you live in a state expanding its medicaid program you may qualify for that as well which will provide you with insurance at no cost.
i'm unemployed and don't qualify for medical. i can barely get by with the little money i get now. . if i don't enroll in a health insurance plan what are the penalties?,"if you have no income or very low income you may not have to pay the penalty under the aca. the law includes a so-called ""hardship exemption"" for people who cannot afford the coverage available to them. but be sure to check the specific rules at www. healthcare. gov. and remember if you do get a new job or your income rises during the year for another reason you may no longer be exempt from the penalty. if you do have no income now or very low income you should also check out your state's medicaid coverage option. you may be eligible for coverage there with little or no cost."
regarding cysts. if an area is red and tender to the touch is this an emergency room visit?,not enough information. i have no idea what kind of cyst where it is located etc. redness and tenderness are signs that this cyst wherever it is could be infected and require medical intervention.
how can i get herpes 2 if i have not been with anyone who has it? . i know my partner doesn't have it.,how do you know your partner doesn't have it? did he tell you? some cases of herpes can so minor that a person may misdiagnose themselves as just having a rash or irritation. genital herpes is sexually-transmitted in 99. 9% of the cases and a person does not have to be actively infected at the time to pass it on. it is very difficult to know the exact type of herpes so oral herpes (fever blisters cold sores) can be transmitted to the genital area during oral sex. if you have only had one partner then the source is likely that one partner. if you have had more than one then it could have been any of them.
could i have genital herpes and not know?,yes some people carry the virus and don't even know until the first outbreak but when the outbreak occurs you'll know for sure its nothing like a cold sore. i get cold sores btw they are not herpes technically but my father has herpes and his sores are painful big blisters not just on the mouth but genitals too. if you do have the virus it will usually show during great times of stress. that's how my dads works anyways. hope i helped!
can asthma lead to copd?,asthma and copd are two diseases that lead to airflow obstruction. asthma is typically characterized by reversible airflow obstruction meaning the obstruction comes and goes. this is why asthmatics have varying symptoms. in contrast copd patients have chronic airflow obstruction. for some patients with asthma they can develop airway remodelling and persistent obstruction that looks similiar to copd on breathing tests. that's not exactly happen but person with copd could suffer from asthma.
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for acne vulgaris?,when you see a doctor about acne you'll have a physical exam and your doctor will ask about your medical history. women may be asked questions about their menstrual cycles. this information can help your doctor find out if hormones are playing a role in acne flare-ups. most often you won't have any special tests to diagnose acne. you may need other tests if your doctor suspects that acne is a symptom of another medical problem (such as higher-than-normal amounts of testosterone in a woman). webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what is bipolar disorder and why is it sometimes called manic depression?,"bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes dramatic shifts in mood inciting episodes of both mania and depression. during the ""manic"" episodes patients swing into an unrealistically ""high"" state of mind and momentarily lose touch with some realities. on the extreme end they may believe they have super powers or to a lesser extent shop vicariously for expensive items them don't need and usually can't afford. these episodes alternate with a depressive state. during this period there is a lack of energy irritability sadness and a feeling of hopelessness. in between there are can be periods where the patient seems normal balanced and in control. a small percentage of bipolar patients do however experience chronic residual symptoms. the early designation for this condition was ""manic depression"". now it is called bipolar disorder to indicate polar opposites or again shifts in mood and perception."
i had a minor heart attack/myocardial infarction?,u do have a heart problem unfortunately however u need further tests and off course to follow up with a cardiologist…
i had a lumbar laminectomy / discectomy on the l5-s1 around 8-9 months ago for some pretty painful sciatica?,most probably thos could be a recurrence however you should be examined for piriformis syndrome. an orthopedist can make se tests to confi diagnosis. i recommend physiotherapy
can food treat pneumonia? . how do i know that i could be having pneumonia?,i personally do not think food will cure pneumonia
it's the weekend. i am experiencing an allergic reaction to newly prescribed metformin. is it ok to take benadryl? . i'll call my doctor tomorrow morning. for the time being is it ok to take benadryl?,most people can take benadryl but please keep in mind that we know nothing about you or your medical history. if you medically taken benadryl in the past without problems you can certainly take it now for an allergic reaction.
is the blood pressure reading of about 130/75 consistently for a 23 year old overweight female good or bad? . non-smoker but endures second hand smoke. active 3-5 days a week with moderate activity. waitressing job which means a lot of lifting and walking. eats relatively healthy occasionally eating things not so good for you. does not take vitamins. has anxiety that is controlled relatively well. has a history of high blood pressure and diabetes in family no history of heart attacks. height is 5'2 and weight is between 185 and 190. lactose intolerant.,that pressure is not bad even though the systolic (top number) is a little elevated. if i had a patient with that pressure i would not be alarmed. (i am a nurse). but since hypertension runs in your family if i were you i would keep track of your pressure and if it goes higher go get checked out by your doctor you could be pre-hypertensive. also losing weight may help bring your pressure down a little!
will eating yogurt help oral thrush?,not really but mild oral thrush in a baby or person who is not immunocompromised will often self-resolve without any treatment at all or you can call the medical provider for a proper prescription.
i started with fever throat pain getting worse worried my doctor not giving me right treatment,hi its a severe form of infection. only amoxycillin won’t work. you need to be started on a broad spectrum antibiotic either oral or iv. betadine gargles will help. consult a ent specialist. thanks
how long after the expiration date can you use advil? would it hurt me if i took advil that has expired?,expiration dates on products whether it is medication or food are printed on the package for a reason. it is to protect you from damaging your body (making you ill) and to let you know that the product will no longer be effective. we wouldn't drink milk that is 2 weeks past its expiration so why would you want to take advil 2 weeks past the expiration? advil is used to treat pain fever and inflammation. you would not want to extend your symptoms due to taking an expired ineffective product. nor would you want to guess at how many tablets you have to take to get an effective dose increasing the possibility of toxicity and side effects. this is not a gray situation. it is black and white. either the medication is safe to take or not. if the medication has expired please do not ingest it. instead work with your pharmacy or local police department on how to dispose of expired medication.
i have acid reflux and cannot eat tomato products. is there another food effective for preventing prostate cancer?,in 2008 researchers from duke m. d. anderson unc u. michigan and nci published their findings on the use of flaxseed supplementation as a nutritional preventive intervention for prostate cancer. . according to this study ground flaxseed is safe and associated with biological alterations that may be protective for prostate cancer.
my mother had a severe pain in her lower back can’t walk far sleeping all the time spacey urination problems?,she needs to drink more of fluids and water. oral rehydration solutions with more of electrolytes and fruit juices will help. she can use a waist belt to give support to her spine so that she can walk long distances. get her blood investigations done and consult a physician
when monitoring blood presure how many times per day should you check it. i have a staff member at my job that was recently diaignoised with high blood presure. she is now monitioring it about every half hour during her work shift. she will go outside smoke and come back in and check it. of course she becomes very upset because it is high after smoking. i feel this constant monintoring is effecting her job performance. what would be considered a normal amount of times to monitor your blood pressure in a 6 hour work day?,it is a positive preventive measure to regularly check your blood pressure. you may follow the doctor’s advice on when and how often to measure the readings. i suspect that 2x’s per day should be sufficient over a 4-7 day period to see a pattern of b/p measurements. i always record the following data details in addition to the b/p readings: date time arm used sitting standing recent engagement in activities that i was involved with such as eating and exercise (also smoking if applicable) as well as emotional factors such as stressful situations. it is then recommended to show your journal readings to your doctor for their assessment. if you are using your own b/p machine it is not a bad idea to also take the machine with you to your doctor’s appointment and have its accuracy verified.
what are risk factors for osteoporosis?,below i have listed some common risk factors for osteoporosis with a brief explanation about each risk factor. age. osteoporosis can affect people of all ages but it is more common in older people than younger people. gender. osteoporosis is more common in women than men. eighty percent of people with osteoporosis are women. twenty percent are men. family history. if one of your parents had osteoporosis or broke a bone as an adult you are more likely to get osteoporosis. being small and thin. people who are thin or have small bones are more likely to get osteoporosis. low estrogen levels. estrogen levels drop when a woman goes through menopause or has her ovaries removed. teen girls and young women who often miss their periods usually have low estrogen levels. low testosterone levels. low levels of testosterone in men can lead to osteoporosis. not getting enough calcium and vitamin d. getting enough calcium helps build strong bones when you are younger and helps keeps them strong later in life. your body needs vitamin d to absorb calcium. lack of exercise. your bones get strong when you make them work. two types of exercises that help keep your bones healthy are weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises. medicines. some medicines can cause bone loss and osteoporosis. one type that is a major concern for bones is steroid medicines. ask your healthcare provider if any medicines you take can affect your bones. do not stop any treatment or change the dose of your medicine unless your healthcare provider says it’s safe to do so. for a list of medicines that can cause bone loss visit www. nof. org/prevention/risk. htm. diseases and conditions. ask your healthcare provider if you have any diseases or conditions that can cause bone loss and osteoporosis. sometimes treating a health problem that causes bone loss can improve your bone health. for a list of disease and conditions that can cause bone loss visit www. nof. org/prevention/risk. htm.
does sex change our period cycle? or could i be pregnant? . im not on birth control and have been having sex regularly. i had brown spotting and then the next morning bright red period (not the usual flow but still quite a bit) and its a week early. my breasts are tender and i feel extremely bloated. i took a pregnancy test a week before (was negative) but i reckon that was too early. i just want to know what i should do.,if you are more than a week late starting your period you should take a pregnacy test. just to be sure. in my experience sex has never changed my cycle except when i was pregnant. one of my pregenacies i spotted for only one day which was not normal for me. so i took a test to rule that out but it turned out that was the reason why. hope this helps.
can swimming pool chemicals cause eczema,no. eczema (atopic dermatitis) is genetically-dry skin. swimming pool chemicals can certainly cause other forms of dry skin or contact dermatitis or make existing eczema worse.
how does a person use the new health insurance exchanges before the age of 65?,go to healthcare. gov to find the information to connect with the health insurance marketplace in your state.
what is the best antibiotic regimen for the treatment of helicobacter pylori infection,"several different antibiotics in different classes are used to treat peptic ulcers caused by h. pylori. the ""best"" one is the one that works for you. your health care provider will prescribe an antibiotic for you based on your complete medical history any medication allergies you have and so on. it's not possible to state unequivocally in a forum like this which antibiotic should be used to treat h. pylori because so many factors going into the process of choosing a particular medication. sorry i can't be more specific but i wish you all the best!"
how likely is it to inherit hypoglycemia if type 1 diabetes runs in the family?,hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is not a disease that can be inherited. it is a state where one may experience uneasy dizziness excess sweating etc. if you have family history of type 1 diabetes and experience on and off symptoms of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) then better consult your physician who may advise you test to arrive at correct diagnosis.
is there anything you can take to flush thc out of your system fast,no. thc can be detected by modern drug testing (blood urine and hair) for quite some time. the only way to be sure that thc does not show up on a drug screening test is to not use cannabis.
my menstral cycle takes 30 days i had sex with my bf on 13th day is there any possibility that am pregnant?,i hate waiting but you should probably wait to see if you miss your period and take a test then. or you could go see your ob/gyn and they can give you a test there.
can masturbating when i'm 14 stun my growth of my penis? expert info please <positive_smiley>.,thank you for your question on ehealthforum. com masturbation does not affect the growth. masturbation at younger age in some individuals can lead to a feeling of guilt. this feeling of guilt in some people can be a reason for dysfunctions involving erection and premature ejaculation. thank you.
can a er doctor do a vaginal exam,sure. if this exam is necessary for diagnosis and treatment. any licensed medical provider can do this exam. hi being from the uk there any male doctor doing a vaginal exam has ti have a female nurse with them at all times surely that should count the same in america. good luck
if someone is exposed to someone with shingles can that person become a carrier of the shingles virus? . my father has recently been exposed to someone that has been diagnosed with having shingles. since i have had shingles once already i would like to know if i should stay away from him if he is a carrier of the virus. if he is a carrier how long should i stay away from him?,i know a man who told me his wife died from shingles. i think he is a carrier even though he does not have the symptoms? because after cleaning his house for him and spending a few hours talking with him and using his dishes i developed a single shingle on my hand and two on the top of my upper lip. now i have never had herpes or fever blisters or cold sores. ever. my family members were afflicted but i never was infected. i freaked out and treated the sores with a variety of things to get it to go away before it spread. i used colloidal silver for one. both topically and orally. i used a baking soda paste. i used essential oils oregano and peppermint. i finally also used organic apple cider vinegar and the one on my hand has disappeared. the ones on the lip were gone in four days. the one on my hand had lasted two weeks. i think you can catch it from someone. my husband had it when i was pregnant with my son in 1984 and i never got it. i have had chickenpox a mild case when i was a little one. i think this is a nervous reaction in the body to stressors that one has not release from. you can die from it. it seems more serious to me than they make it out to be. and it some cases it is contagious.
can i be pregant if i had a period days after being in contact w/ejaculation but no intercourse. we messed around some and he ejaculated but it was on me up higher on my pubic area but not in me. i fingered myself after but was careful not to touch his sperm. my period arrived about 4 days or so later. i am about six days late with my period,hi the best thing you can do it get a test kit men's sperm is dangerous stuff and should not be played with near a vagina you must remember this is the place its looking for and wants to get there next time if there is a next time just make him wear a condom our get yourself some bc protection. good luck
when i finish my period i always discharge a clear thick gel like subsidence is this normal?,"us women. our bodies can be so unpredictable. no two alike! you don't say how old you are but it sounds like you've had your period for awhile. if this discharge you describe has ""always"" happened then rest assured it's normal. it's probably some mucus being discharged in the final stage of your period. if this discharge is ""new "" as in it started happening just recently then it might be worth asking a gynecologist about it. any time a person develops a new symptom -- whether it's tingling in a finger or discharge from the vagina -- it's good to get a medical opinion. in all likelihood there's nothing wrong. but why not get an expert's advice? wishing you well!"
after taking penicillin i'm getting new white bumps on tonsils? . i've been on penicillin for a few days now for my strep. the bumps had mostly went away but after a day of heavy lifting in 105 degree weather it seems like the pus is coming back. i also went swimming in a chlorinated pool the next day. is it possible that my poor habits are causing these pus bumps to continue to form? or is the penicillin not working right? i can swallow alright and there doesn't seem to be a very high fever. should i up the dose on my penicillin if the doctor okays it?,"most helpful answer assuming your ""strep"" was lab confirmed and diagnosed i would not be too concerned with those white bumps right now. white bumps incidentally is not a definitive sign of strep. these can be seen with a variety of different viruses and can even be trapped food particles not pus. it would not be wise or recommended to change your dose of penicillin. penicillin is the drug of choice for strep so if you do have it then this will work. the fact that you are improving is a better sign. swimming in the pool is not relevant. swimming does not cause or contribute to any diseases (no matter what your grandmother told you)."
i am a woman in my 60s who is experiencing balding like men do. can rogaine work for older women?,premature balding in women can be attributed to several factors including stress medication and heredity. your first step should be to exclude any medical causes such as hormonal imbalances polycystic ovarian syndrome adrenal disease or thyroid disease. for hereditary hair loss topical rogaine is currently one of a few compounds that are fda approved for regrowing hair.
should a person at risk of aspirating have extensive dental work? . the patient is 91 with mild to moderate dementia and has swallowing issues and needs to have old crowns replaced. should we attempt to have the dental work done or is the risk of aspiration too great?,poor dental hygiene can affect nutrition and increase risk for stroke cognitive impairment. in establishing and maintaining an effective dental treatment strategy. . university dentist noted that in people with parkinson's “major components of. additionally people with pd who have been on medications like levodopa for. <link>
ive been off of depoprovera for 4 weeks now and have had unprotected sex still since then. could i be pregnant? . i was supposed to get my depo shot 4 weeks ago and did not and my boyfriend and i have been having unprotected sex where he ejaculates in me because we heard the depo will stay in my system for while. been having signs of pregnancy took a negative urine test. could i still be pregnant?,hi one it would depend how long you have been on the shots and yes he's right it does take sometime for it to clear your body as for being pregnant after 4 weeks you could be the odd one who is on the outside chance of getting pregnant so quick. in some women it can take up to 18 months to get pregnant but one thing have had a period yet? i don't think its until you get your regular periods back that you could think of getting pregnant. but google getting pregnant after depo shot your find some good info. do hope this helps. good luck
is it possible to have bpd and clinical depression? if so how can both be diagnosed effectively? . although i'm certain that i have borderline personality disorder it doesn't seem to cover everything i'm going through. i understand the personality shifts but for a while now i just get depressed and unmotivated for no reason at all and seem unable to shake the feeling. i've seen a doctor but i feel like he can't get past the bpd effects and it just doesn't feel the same.,yes it is possible to have feelings of depression if you have bpd. borderline personality disorder is frequently misdiagnosed for bipolar or manic depression. the unstable moods associated with both conditions have in fact lead some researchers to believe that they are variants of each other. mood stabilizer drugs and talk therapy seem to be the best approach to help people with borderline personality disorder manage anxiety depression and aggression. at the same time it can help those suffering from this disorder deal with daily living. talk therapy can help you focus on understanding how your thoughts and behaviors effect yourself and others. it also helps you find more effective ways for you to approach daily stressors that could trigger negative or harmful behavior.
is aloe extract from the leaf good to reduce heart burn? . i went to an ent specialist for a sore throat that was irritating me for month and a half. he did a scope (putting the tube which has a light at the end of it through my nose and found out readness in my throat which is caused by heart burn/acidity and i am prescribed omeprazole 40mg along with otc antacid. is aloe extract from the leaf good to reduce heart burn? thanks.,aloe vera has been used for centuries as a folk medicine for many purposes. mainly it was used topically on the skin. there has been some evidence that it can help in some types of skin inflammation such as psoriasis and seborrhea. there is also scientific evidence for its laxative properties but there are questions about its safety. i have not been able to locate any good scientific evidence that it is useful for acid reflux. here is more information about heartburn and its treatments. i hope you get relief with what has been prescribed. be sure to let your doctor know if you are not getting better. and always talk to your doctor before taking any supplements.
does a baby always have a temperature with an ear infection?,yes a baby can have an ear infection without a fever. signs that might indicate an ear infection can include increased fussiness ear pulling not wanting to be placed in a horizontal position and drainage from the ear. most commonly these symptoms can be seen toward the end of a head cold. it is always great to check in with your doctor office when you have a concern -- a traige nurse can often help you decide if you should come in to be checked out.
hi i have a 15 year old son that has a lump in his armpit could this be lymphoma?,if there were enlarged lymph nodes and all others resolved and just one is left then it can be most probably due to infection. take him to the physician again and get evaluated. if needed another course of antibiotics will be advised and a biopsy will be done for confirmation. hope he gets well soon. regards.
what are the pros and cons of a minor having a back to back pregnancy? (age 16) tips to staying healthy? . so i had my daughter 2 months ago and under certain circumstances(rape) i am pregnant again. i am about to be 16 years of age and was wondering what the pros and cons to my health and the baby's would be. i would just like to say i do intend to follow through on this pregnancy(anti abortion). also is there anything extra i can do to ensure i have the healthiest pregnancy that i can with this baby? thank you.,congratulations my sister was 15 with her first 17 her second and 20 her third she will be young with them and understand them more have more energy and in 15 years she will only be in her early 30s and her life will be hers plusyou she will have three friends by her side. she went to a school for pregnant girls then college to study childcare and is now at uni and working part time as a teaching assistant where the girls get a free place so she did it and is having a ball so you can too! i used to laugh when people would watch her with the babies and see how young she was and shake their heads at her she used to just laugh at them for being so blind to how happy and clean they was. you are only young although your a mummy your still not full adult your still developing so the hospital will most likely keep an extra close eye you with e few extra scans but no reason your baby wont be healthy. do you have any young mother groups near you? maybe try an aquanatal class you will need a support network because sometimes you will need a rest. you need to go and get your pregnancy vitamins from the doctor and a dating scan so you know where you are with it all. yoga walking swimming all good for you and bump. limit your tuna intake to once a week as mercury can build up in babies water no salad from salad bars as its easy to catch listeria no unpasturised or blue cheeses at least one but more if you can of dairy eggs milk yogurt. five mixed fruit or veg each day for vitamins and minerals for babies bones and eyes and skin. lean beef cooked well and chicken grilled fresh fish or soups if you dont like veg to get your nutrients. swap normal potatoes for sweet potatoes and white rice and pasta for brown or wholemeal same for bread pulse foods like chick peas in hummous are good for energy pumpkin seeds on cereal of toasted pine nuts on salad are great for a good immune system. drink plenty of water and get as much sleep as you can. ginger is good for sickness as is fresh pineapple it has trypsinogen in which helps the tummy. water milk fresh meat for protein and your low carbs for energy and fiber needs. no smoking no drugs obviously alcohol in very small amounts and a nice treat once a week of whatever food/cake/sweet craving takes your fancy. if you need a c section you will need help looking after your little one for a few weeks as you wont be able to do any heavy lifting just the newborn thats it. take a bit of time each day and put your feet up and relax. remember when you het stressed the hormones in your brain go to the baby too so happy baby is a happy mummy. big hugs and good luck xxx
what can i do for nighttime heartburn?,nighttime heartburn tends to leave acid in the esophagus longer and therefore may cause more damage than daytime heartburn. nighttime heartburn can also result in chronic insomnia. many people can find relief by: avoiding foods that can lead to heartburn such as alcohol chocolate and spicy or fatty foods. not eating anything for two to three hours before bedtime. chewing gum in the evening to boost saliva. putting blocks under the top of the mattress to elevate the head four to six inches. taking antacids which neutralize the acid in the stomach; h2 receptor antagonists which reduce the production of acid by the stomach; or a proton pump inhibitor.
i have spherocytocis i had surgery to remove my spleen last week however i just had another gallbladder attack?,ursotan havd drug interaction with some birth control pills if that is the case see your doctor immediatly also urinary track infection is suspected if you have fever i highly recommend another untrasound on bladder for other cyst good luck
what symptoms would i notice if my child was having an allergic reaction to ibuprofen?,allergic reactions to medications can present with several types of symptoms. the most severe type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis causes swelling of the face lips and tongue and difficulty breathing. this type of allergic reaction can be life threatening. so it is important to call 911 and seek emergency treatment if these symptoms are present. allergic reactions that are less severe usually cause hives itching and rashes. any type of allergic reaction can occur at any time even after using the drug many times so it is important to recognize the symptoms and seek help if any of these symptoms occur.
can i become pregnant during the first month on the pill? . i have been on the pill for 3 years now but this past month i was waiting for my prescription in the mail making me start a week later than normal.,hi ok the odds may say no but then the odds can be beaten. ok why well you have been on them for 3 years and if you come off them to get pregnant it just may take some time for you to get pregnant and here's the but it could be just the off chance you could get pregnant from that week off the pill. so only thing now would be time as time will tell so your just going to have to wait till your next period is due if you miss it then get a test done. good luck
what affects drug metabolization from dose to dose?,"drug metabolism is the process by which the body breaks down medications. the liver plays a major role in metabolism especially a group of enzymes known as cytochrome p-450. drug interactions can occur when two or more drugs inhibit or induce a p-450 reaction and the drugs do not metabolize as quickly as they should. nicotine is a ""drug"" also and is known to induce the p-450 system. individuals with liver disease may also have insufficient levels of p-450 enzymes. the result is that drug levels can remain high in the bloodstream and cause more side effects. genetic factors also play a role in drug metabolism. the metabolic rate can vary significantly from person to person and drug dosages that work quickly and effectively in one individual may not work well for another or cause build-up and more side effects. infants and elderly patients have a reduced abilty to metabolize certain drugs so we often adjust their med dosage. but we find that people with fm [fibromyalgia] seem to act like ""geriatric patients"" in terms of sensitivity to meds and side effects (and metabolism? ) and often require lower doses than the ""normal"" non-fm adult. certain foods such as grapefruit juice and certain meds taken on an occasional basis can inactivate or lessen the metabolic activity of p-450s and can cause apparent fluctuations in response/tolerence to regular prescribed meds. we with fibro always seem to develop tolerances and intolerances to meds that we previously did well with which is frustrating to say the least. so there are different metabolism tolerance and intolerance factors that can cause us to have ""reactions"" to our meds. ."
why do some people get a lot of warts and others don’t?,doctors aren’t sure but they believe that certain individuals have immune systems that are more able to fight off the viruses and prevent warts from growing. also just as some people are more likely to get poison ivy the genetic makeups and immune systems of certain individuals make them more susceptible to the viruses that cause skin warts. it is also common to see warts on multiple siblings in the same family. and children of people who had skin warts as children are often quite susceptible to skin warts themselves says robert brodell md a dermatologist in warren ohio. still experts have yet to determine exactly what is different in the immune systems of people who get skin warts frequently.
why should i be wary if my procedure is done in a doctor’s office?,a doctor’s office may or may not have met the standards. it may or may not have been accredited or certified. it is possible to have an operation done in a doctor’s office that has not passed the test. not a good idea because when you’ve passed the test and you have the stamp of approval by the same accrediting organization often that accredits hospitals they’ve given it the stamp of approval because you’ve got the right equipment there and also the center follows safe orthodox procedures everything from hiring practices meaning they don’t hire just anybody off the street. for the nursing staff they have to be experienced have the right credentials to they have to have good infection control programs. in other words there’s no b level standard if you’re accredited it’s all a. but what if the doctor has chosen not to pursue that course. he can still do a procedure in his office because the law doesn’t require that surgery be done in a licensed facility. i mean theoretically you could do it in a 40 foot trailer if you wanted to. it doesn’t happen that way because the ride is a little bumpy but the reality is that these are the important questions that one should ask and should have very clear answers to before proceeding. you want to know that you are in a safe environment
my gastro has me taking carafate four-times-a-day 15 minutes before eating. why do i still feel bloated and have cramps?,one of the things that you mentioned is the fact that this patient stated that they were taking it 15 minutes before. i will say they could consider taking it 30 minutes that extra time actually decrease the bloating and the abdominal cramping. however these are common side-effects with carafate. we probably would refer them back to their physician because carafate is used in the treatment of healing an ulcer it forms like a band-aid over it. so it protects your stomach lining from food and acid. if the ulcer is pretty much healed there is a possibility that the patient may not need to take the medication anymore or we need to find that out and refer them back to the physician or healthcare provider to find that out.
question about possible oral cancer (tongue). i have a spot on my tongue that has been causing me pain for approx. 10 yrs. have seen ents over the years. now i have to get a biopsy. the doctor is going to remove a fairly large sample (around 1''). i'll be asleep for it. if this was cancer wouldn't it have taken over already? then again i guess it would depend on the type of cancer. i haven't used tobacco. i have noticed that this hurts more at certain times of the month (i am a woman). the doctors have no answer for this.,if you do not use tobacco tongue cancer would certainly be less-likely. if you had this same lesion (unchanged) for ten years then this would not be consisent with a malignant oral lesion. the reason why your doctors are biopsing this lesion is to find out what it is. soon you will have that definitive answer and also will no longer have this lesion to worry about/
what is best for dark circles under the eyes and chin firming?,under-eye circles are due to a combination of factors -- genetics allergies rubbing stress lack of sleep dehydration leftover makeup. look for products that contain peptides sepi-white caffeine niacinamide mulberry root extract or retinoids. chin firming creams should contain retinoids peptides hyaluronic acid growth factors. speak with your dermatologist or plastic surgeon to see if a radio frequency procedure such as thermage is appropriate for you. the results in the chin area can be dramatic.
can paxil 30 mg geodon 80 mg and dilantin 100 mg taken for seizures be taken at the same time?,these medications have minor drug interactions that i am sure your physician is monitoring. it is safe to take these medications together and i have seen this combination many times. dilantin can decrease the concentrations of geodon. this may explain why a higher dose is being used in your situation. remember all of the medications can cause dizziness drowsiness and may impair your normal functioning causing an additive effect. just limit your activities until you are better accustomed to the side effects or until the side effects begin to decrease. work with your pharmacist and health care provider especially if the side effects are too much for you.
do foods that have been pickled -- like canned beets -- still maintain their original nutritional value?,since there is generally no heat involved in the pickling process it doesn’t significantly change the nutritional value of foods. this is particularly true if you start with raw veggies and keep the skin on since the skin often carries much of the nutritional value including the fiber. the fermentation process involved in pickling may even produce some health benefits since the healthy bacteria (probiotics) involved in the process can help keep your digestive system healthy. one possible nutritional downfall of pickling is the addition of salt which is key to the process. for that reason pickled beets and other vegetables are a good option to enjoy from time to time. but you don’t want to make them your go-to sources of veggies.
should you take an antibiotic for a positive clue cell exam,this could indicate a bacterial vaginal infection so treatment with an oral antibiotic or a prescription vaginal cream would be indicated.
i think i have herpes discoverd a big bump then little small bumbs by my vagina?,hi you are right. this seems to be a herpes. consult a venerologist and get the necessary investigations done to confirm the diagnosis. start appropriate anti-heres therapy once the diagnosis is confirmed. thanks
what is a penile injection?,a penile injection is a medication that is injected into the penis in order to produced an erection.
is it ok to use vaseline as a lubricant with a latex condom?,no. use only water-based lubricants such as k-y jelly with condoms. oil-based lubricants like vaseline can weaken the condom and cause it to break.
i accidentally ran my insulin vial through the wash in my jeans pocket. should i discard the vial? . washed in warm water,probably. it may be best to use a new vial of insulin that has been properly stored. not knowing the exact type of insulin you are using you can make a call to the pharmacy that supplies it for you. the pharmacist is an excellent resource to address you concern in a more patient-specific manner.
26 yrs m 60kg 172cm. problem: i lose weight if i don't do exercise. i have always been a thin person. i have gastritis (not severe). i don't do so much exercise not regularly. but i tend to lose more weight if i stop doing exercise which i think is abnormal because other people gain weight when they don't do exercise. i want to know what could be the cause. i think my diet and way of living is normal.,although research suggests that people who stop exercising gain more weight over time than people who stay active everyone is different. exercise especially the type that strengthens the body helps build muscle which weighs more than fat. after exercise is stopped there is some lean tissue loss. people who stop exercising also tend to eat the same (or more) calories resulting in eventual weight gain. but you might be different and actually eat less which could be another reason you lose weight. i always recommend exercise for people who want to gain weight i n a healthy way. because exercise is healthy and keeps weight on you it makes sense to keep it up. best of health to you!
period late. symptoms of period but little blood. stopped birth control a month ago. not pregnant took 3 tests.,it could be the birth control flushing out of your system but that depends on the birth control you were on. i suggest going to the doctor anyways.
multi-facet question pertaining to anti-dressents -sleep apnea-low testostorne- concentration/focus. ive been on prozac 80mg for 10-12 years for depression. and for 4-5 years ive been on adderall and respidone 2mg in addition too prozac. . recently i found out i have severe sleep apnea and on top of that very low-testosterone (201). . moreover. high blood pressure and high cholesterol and tri-gl. . does anti-depressants / sleep apnea cause low-t. will treating apnea and low-t elimate the need for prozac. if i stop taking repisdone/prozac will my uncontrollable tremors/shakes stop. .,i also have sleep apnea and i am on anti-depressants. i have been told treating sleep apnea helps depression and irritability. i am not sure about low t though. i would not stop taking prozac. the doctors need to ween you off of it or you will have some serious side effects.
how can i prevent hiv from progressing to aids?,you can help prolong your life by taking good care of yourself and developing a good relationship with an experienced doctor specializing in hiv and aids. also be consistent about taking your hiv medications as prescribed and getting regular lab work to catch any problems early.
i’m 39 weeks pregnant and have just discovered i have thread worm i can’t take any medication as not recommended?,please calm down there is no worry to gave them now as threadworm infection during pregnancy is not known to put your unborn baby at any risk. you may be able to avoid taking medicines( as you are pregnant ) to treat threadworms by using strict hygiene measures to clear themselves. they already in the bowel die within approximately six weeks. speedy recovery wishes
pain in upper adbonmin and lower cramps. upper abdominal burning pain after i eat meals last about an hour. i was constipated for 4 days earlier this week. now i am experiencing lower abdominal cramps also like ones i get when i have my period. but i don't have my period. i'm 5 days late. i just started religiously working out and i have a protein drink with protein powder once a day. i am also eating a lot healthier and cutting a lot of carbs and sugars out of my diet. could this make my period this late and give me stomach pain.,upper abdominal pain can be due to gastric inflammation or digestion problem. it is no where related to lower cramps. lower cramps may be related to your menstrual cycle. proteins are hard to digest and may cause some stomach upset. imbalance between carb and protein intake also lead to constipation. so plan your meal effectively to avoid such symptoms. consult a nutritionist to plan your diet.
can touching penis in the labius minora and majora and clit cause pregnancy? . i am 33 yrs virgin. yesterday my bf and i were fooling around and i made his penis touch my clit and walls around my vagina. we did not have any intercourse. i do not recall him having any precum too as before i touched his penis before i made it touch my clit. . my menstrual cycle is due in 4-5 days (13th aug). am i pregnant? i always thought that it is ejaculation inside the vagina only that can cause pregnancy. also since we never had any intercourse my hymen or virginity wall isn’t broken,hi sperm in his pre-cum or not time to put the worry beads away as this was in your safe part of your cycle. ok sex anytime between after ovulation time and your period is the safe period of your cycle. but you have had a warning time for some bc like the pill then you have no worry's. remember safe sex is the best sex. hope this helps you. good luck
what are some exercises that i can do while traveling without carrying any equipment?,you can do lunges and stair climbing for your legs. no external resistance just your own body weight. if you have someone to hold you by the legs you can do back extensions by lying on your belly with your torso off the bed and lift your back up. you can also just do this lying on the floor then you won't need anyone to hold you. for lats you can lie down on the floor bring your arms up in front of you elbows on the floor and press down trying to lift your torso off the floor. that will work lats. you can also do chair dips they will work your lats a little.
is surgery an option for those having deep vein varicose? only option is just wear the leg stockings whole life? . i have been diagnosed with deep vein varicose in 2007. i have been told leg stockings is my only option. i am 46 years old male and want to know what my options are now and any complications that can develop as i age and be prepared. i do not have diabetics or blood pressure. i do not suffer from any other diseases except that my left leg is very tired and i wear stockings. i do play fast racket games and not sure if that helps or hurts my varicose veins in the long run.,i'm sorry you're going through this. i can certainly understand your wanting a more permanent solution to the problem after dealing with the support hose for five years. certainly there are surgical procedures to treat varicose veins. i'm not sure why your health care provider didn't recommend any of them when you were first diagnosed. after five years you may feel free to return to your provider and ask about more permanent options for your condition. there may be a very good reason why you weren't offered surgery to begin with. maybe it wasn't feasible for some reason. but surgical techniques change and patients change. maybe today you're a better candidate for surgery than you were five years ago. the only way to find out is to see a medical professional. you can start with your primary care provider or go directly to a physician who specializes in varicose vein treatments. hope this helps!
i have been diagnosed with adhd. the last two years i have been severely depressed and anhedonic?,vyvanse itself causes this type of side effect. you need to consult your neuropyschatrist for medication adjustment.
i have ejaculated on my girlfriends stomach is there a chance of pregnancy? . a week back me n my girlfriend were mutual masturbating(no intercourse happened) i came on my girlfriends stomach. and went under the shower to clean up after 20 mins. is there a chance that any sperm could enter her vagina? can it swim down to the vagina or is there a chance of entering while shower? its normal water. she is pretty freaked out because she is late on her periods by 3days. can you help?,no. the sperm has to make it to the egg for her to get pregnant.
where can i go to view all insurance offerings to compare?,you can go to www. healthcare. gov to see what plans are being offered in your state. you can also check out the webmd coverage adviser which is a model that lets you compare total costs (premiums and out-of-pocket expenses) based on where you live your family size and what conditions or prescription drugs you use. you may find that a plan with a higher premium but lower out-of-pocket costs is better for you based on your individual characteristics.
what are the long term effects of having anemia?,"hi this is from the nhs in the uk gives most of the answers you want. iron deficiency anaemia rarely causes serious or long-term complications although some people with the condition find it affects their daily life. some common complications are outlined below. tiredness as iron deficiency anaemia can leave you tired and lethargic (lacking in energy) you may be less productive and active at work. your ability to stay awake and focus could decrease and you may not feel able to exercise regularly. increased risk of infections research has shown iron deficiency anaemia can affect your immune system (the body’s natural defence system) making you more likely to become ill. heart and lung problems adults with severe anaemia may be at risk of developing complications that affect their heart or lungs. for example you may develop tachycardia (an abnormally fast heartbeat) or heart failure (where your heart is not pumping blood around your body very efficiently). pregnancy complications pregnant women with severe anaemia have an increased risk of developing complications particularly during and after birth. they may also develop postnatal depression (which some parents experience after having a baby). research suggests babies born to mothers who have untreated anaemia are more likely to: be born prematurely (before the 37th week of pregnancy) have a low birthweight have problems with iron levels themselves do less well in mental ability tests restless legs syndrome some cases of restless legs syndrome (rls) are thought to be caused by iron deficiency anaemia. doctors may refer to this as ""secondary rls"". rls is a common condition affecting the nervous system which causes an overwhelming irresistible urge to move the legs. it also causes an unpleasant feeling in the feet calves and thighs. rls caused by iron-deficiency anaemia can usually be treated with iron supplements. do hope this helps your problem. good luck"
is protein powder good or bad,what are you using it for? how much? what kind of protein powder?
what's wrong with me? i have symptoms of paranoid maladptive daydreaming anxiety disorder. i think i'm paranoid i have most symptoms of it i also have this maladaptive daydreaming and usually about sad stories where i always cry i oftenly do lucid dreaming i have anxiety disorder i feel shortness of breath and rapid heartbeat always. i don't know if i am traumatized but i never thought of having suicide never. are these just the effect stress? i thought everytime i'm going crazy already. i wanna know what's wrong with me? thank you for answering and i think i also need advices,"one of your questions is "" are these (symptoms) just the effects of stress? "" i don't think that they are just stress related. you are also not ""crazy"" as suggested in your post. schizophrenic individuals for example feel that their hallucinations are real while you definitely live in a state of reality in being aware that you are daydreaming. maladaptive daydreaming (preoccupation with daydreaming where large blocks of daily time are spent fantasying) ) is not well understood by many medical professionals. its cause is unknown. some of your symptoms like feeling paranoid intense and complex daydreaming (can be so realistic that it’s as though you're reading a novel) and feeling anxious can all be related to the one disorder maladaptive daydreaming. here's what you can do: look for triggers that may set of the daydreaming episodes. some activities like playing video games may activate the daydreaming and oftentimes associated fantasies; be good to yourself and realize that you'll have good and bad days with mdd. look for positive ways to plan and spend your time and divert your actions away from daydreaming; find a physician that thoroughly understands maladaptive daydreaming and follow their treatment directions. with talk therapy and medications you can decrease these unwanted chucks of wasted time being taken away from what should be a productive day. i am optimistic about your future."
we had unprotected sex 2 days ago. i was squirting but could i still get pregnant? plus i am feeling nauseous all day. i was feeling sick all morning and last night. but i didn't throw up i just had a nauseous feeling. and if im pregnant when would my stomach feel hard at the bottom?,hi well there is always the chance of getting pregnant when we have unprotected sex don't think squirting would stop this happening any sperm would be behind from your squirting. thinks you do need to think about would be just were you are in your cycle if this was before day 14 then yes there's a very big chance of pregnancy b8ut no symptom yet feeling sick could be from say giving oral sex if he was not that clean. but if you miss your next period then get a test done. good luck ps if things go ok? then please think safe sex the bc pill bc ring bc implant or the bc cap but please keep away from depo shot? just to many side effect.
do you charge for your service on webmd?,webmd in free (expect for the adverstisers of course).
21 weeks pregnant i’ve got reddish ring circles…,i agree if a minor reaction it will show signs of resolution within 3-5 days. any kind of infection should not be taken lightly at this stage of pregnancy.
i think i’m having an allergic reaction to my tattoos and piercings?,hi such allergic reactions do occur because of tattoo piercings and last for around 5-6 months. if you are diabetic then it may last even longer. taking anti allergic medicines is the only treatment option. you can use anti histaminic creams before taking oral tablets if the symptoms are mild and when the hives are in a very early stage. thanks
do you recommend using vick's vapo stream vaporizer for my 17-month-old daughter? she is stuffy and congested.,this is a great way to help a child with congestion and i recommend this all the time. thanks for submitting a question today.
if you disolved medication in diet coke do you have to ingest it in a certain amount of time for it to be effective? . i overlook the care of a child with a seizure disorder she does not like to take her medication so we dissolve it in diet coke the question has been asked if this affects the effectiveness of the medication.,this is a great question and i'm glad you asked it. not all medications are effective if dissolved in a liquid. i'd suggest you check with the child's doctor or pharmacist to learn if this technique is appropriate with the medication in question. meanwhile i'd recommend dissolving the medication in the smallest amount of liquid possible and having the child drink it all at once. for example if you could dissolve the medication in an ounce or two of cola you could reward her with the remainder of the can after she drinks the portion containing the medicine. dissolving the medication in a small amount of fluid will create a higher concentration of it in the mixture so that when she takes it she'll get something close to the full dose. i hope this helps!
is rosacea contagious?,no. it is not contagious.
on the patch but this is my off week or period week but i am not on my period my boyfriend ejacqulated in me. pregnant? . no condom was used,hi first just when did he ejaculate inside you like how many days ago it could be just a skipped period do you know if the patch can do that? suggest you find info on the patch read all about it do some research just what are the side effects what are the chances of getting pregnant why on it and so on. but give it a few more days if it has not happened do an hpt or go to your doctor for one. good luck
i have pcos and a retroverted uterus what is the likelihood of having a child?,hi looking at your history it seems that the ovulation is less likely to occur. pcos if uncorrected can hinder the chances of conceiveing. at present there are very less chances of pregnancy. thanks
25 years old i was feeling lumpy both my epidiymis and now i feel my left testicle lump it's definitely inside not the surface lump goas some times and it's not pain it's near the epidiymis where i feel the lump and i have still small lumps my both epidiymis what is that,it could be varicocele benign tumor or normal cord structures. a urological examination and subsequently an ultrasound can be advised to look for any suspicious lump. the exam should also include lymph node exam. blood counts metabolic profile and urinalysis should also be advised. wishing you best of health thanks
i have calcification found lots of small movable lumps is it serious?,according to your description i got that you are talking about lymph nodes. if that is true then if these nodes are swollen and not painful you need to have a primary check over them by doing a cbc. please reply with your sex m/f? where are the calcification? knee?
what really works on wrinkles?,your first treatment is prevention. avoid direct sunlight. the majority of premature aging is attributed to sun damage. use a sun block exfoliate hydrate and nourish your skin with compounds that contain vitamins a c and e.
injured elbows 6 wks ago. one xrayed & stitches. both still tender & one not xrayed hurts most. tiny bones protruding mo. both elbows are still sore and the one not xrayed or examined most hurts most. the tiny bone on top and bottom that are visible when bending arm across in front of myself stick out more than my other elbow. should i be concerned after 6 weeks and/or have that elbow looked at again?,ouch! having both elbows injured at the same time can't be fun! the bottom line is this: if you're concerned about your elbow not feeling better after 6 weeks then there's nothing wrong with going back to the doctor and having it re-examined. if nothing else it will give you peace of mind. it's possible the elbow that wasn't x-rayed sustained a soft tissue injury. these can be very painful and slow to heal. it sounds like you have full range of motion with that elbow which is good. in other words you can bend it fully. that's always a good sign. still when in doubt check it out. you can start with your primary care provider. he or she will take an x-ray if needed and hopefully get you on the path to being pain-free. good luck!
what does baby acne look like?,pink pimples (neonatal acne) are often caused by exposure in the womb to maternal hormones. they can last for weeks or even months on baby's skin.
i've been exposed to scabies at work but i have no visible rash only itching . do i have scabies? . i'm a nurse i had a patient with scabies she was discharged last week. she still scratched violently a few days ago treatment was 5% permethin cream once no other patient was treated though. another patient has shown visible signs and hasn't been treated yet. for a week i have been itching all over but no rash i always take protective measures. could it be scabies? a week ago i was bitten by ants and besides the usual welt which is normal i always develop allover itchiness after i'm bitten.,yes i would say that you should get cream from dr and wash all bedding cloths you've worn last 5 days in hot water and dryer. vacuum house. put comforters that you can not wash in garbage bag seal it and wait 7 days for all mites to die. scabies get under skin and incubate or lay eggs so you'll have to use cream for 2 weeks. good luck take benadryl and try not to itch
what should i do if i show signs of depression during or after pregnancy?,"some women don't tell anyone about their symptoms because they feel embarrassed ashamed or guilty about feeling depressed when they are supposed to be happy. they worry that they will be viewed as unfit parents. perinatal depression can happen to any woman. it does not mean you are a bad or ""not-together"" mom. you and your baby don't have to suffer. there is help. there are different types of individual and group ""talk therapies"" that can help a woman with perinatal depression feel better and do better as a mom and as a person. limited research suggests that many women with perinatal depression improve when treated with antidepressant medicine. your doctor can help you learn more about these options and decide which approach is best for you and your baby. speak to your doctor or midwife if you are having symptoms of depression while you are pregnant or after you deliver your baby. your doctor or midwife can give you a questionnaire to test for depression and can also refer you to a mental health professional who specializes in treating depression. here are some other helpful tips: try to get as much rest as you can. try to nap when the baby naps. stop putting pressure on yourself to do everything. do as much as you can and leave the rest. ask for help with household chores and nighttime feedings. ask your husband or partner to bring the baby to you so you can breastfeed. if you can have a friend family member or professional support person help you in the home for part of the day. talk to your husband partner family and friends about how you are feeling. do not spend a lot of time alone. get dressed and leave the house. run an errand or take a short walk. spend time alone with your husband or partner. talk with other mothers so you can learn from their experiences. join a support group for women with depression. call a local hotline or look in your telephone book for information and services. don't make any major life changes during pregnancy. major changes can cause unneeded stress. sometimes big changes cannot be avoided. when that happens try to arrange support and help in your new situation ahead of time."
if i want to stop having menstrual cycles and migraine headaches do i need a complete hystorectomy,if your goal is to eliminate your migraines by having a hysterectomy i have bad news for you. while female hormones may play a role in migraines this link hasn't been firmly established. many women who have had hysterectomies have migraines. to answer the other part of your question having a hysterectomy will remove your uterus so you won't have a period anymore. however if you leave the ovaries intact you will still have a hormonal cycle. in other words you may still notice changes in your mood on a monthly basis as long as your ovaries are producing estrogen. if you have your uterus and your ovaries removed you will go into surgical menopause. the symptoms of this are the same as regular menopause so some women opt to go on hormone replacement therapy to ease symptoms like hot flashes and trouble sleeping. i urge you to discuss your migraines with your health care provider. treatments for migraine continue to evolve. maybe your doctor can help you find a medication or other therapy that relieves your headaches. hope this helps!
what is the percentage for a heart attack with poor dental health? . i am a female and my age 59 years old. i have a severe stabbing pain in the upper center of my back. my two lower front teeth are separating and the roots expose. i have been coughing and bringing up mucus with a dark green texture. my pulse is 103 and my blood pressure 105/61 as of 12-11-2012.,you should seek immediate emergency help with any symptoms of upper back or chest pain. call 911 now. poor dental health bleeding gums or not maintaining oral hygiene have known to cause strokes. the bacteria from the mouth gets into the blood stream and also reaches the heart leading to strokes. a number of researches have proved this fact.
penis discharge. hello . since a while i have penis discharge specially after peeing or orgasm. i went to a urologist and after a bunch of std test he came back telling i have no std. on the other hand he diagnosed a prostatitis. gave me antibiotic but it seems to be happening again. can it be anything else? is it a chronic disease? . thx,hi it would have been nice to know how long between your last bout and this new one or is just a carryover. chronic prostatitis – the most common type. symptoms will have lasted for at least three months although they may come and go and vary in severity. the cause isn't always clear. acute prostatitis – symptoms are severe and develop rapidly. this is caused by a bacterial infection of the prostate gland. it's a medical emergency as without prompt treatment with antibiotics the prostate and surrounding areas can become damaged. an estimated one in every 10 000 men will develop acute prostatitis. is it either of the two above if so get back for more treatment. do hope this helps. good luck
can you use polysporin for back acne when your pregnant?,yes but polysporin would not be very effective for acne. talk to your medical provider since there are more effective topical medications that can be used. the flair up of your acne is most likely your hormones. soon. after your baby is born those hormones will settle down again. best of luck with your baby!
i have a bump underneath the tip of my tongue. what is it? . i have a sort of bubble like thing underneath the tip of my tongue. it is red and sticks out a good half inch. it is very tender and hurts when it is squeezed. if you look closely at it you can see a blood vessel. what is this?,"i really don't now since i have no way of seeing this lesion and examining you. a vague description really isn't sufficient to make this important diagnostic call so i suggest that you see your medical provider or even dentist to have this ""bubble"" properly identified."
"diagnosis- hidradenitis suppurativa- large and painful boils in the groin area. considering injections. success rate? . this condition started 2 years ago and exacerbated with shaving. it is extremely painful cannot be improved with excessive hygiene is embarrassing has resulted in multiple scars and had a psychological effect on me also. i am considering the injections. my dr. said it's botox but i read that it's antibiotic. i just want it to go away! sometimes the boils last 2-3 weeks. can it be permanently cured or go into a ""remission period""? it's so gross!",had simalar problem and could not get any answers. researched simalar conditions for over two years. finally found a possibile answer (not a cure but keeps them at bay). cut out all pork out of your diet. read all labels and take caution no chips fried in pork fat no lunch meat no canned meats etc. etc. it took me about three months for the bacteria enzymes ? what ever it is in pork to get purged out of my system and it worked. have not had any reoccurances since then. it may be worth a shot ain't gonna hurt. good luck.
i have or think i have cataracts when should i contact my doctor?,call your doctor immediately if you have: severe eye pain. a sudden change in your vision such as loss of vision or double vision. call your doctor to discuss your symptoms if you: need frequent changes in your eyeglasses prescription. have blurred or double vision that develops slowly. are having a problem seeing during the daytime because of glare. have difficulty driving at night because of glare from headlights. have vision problems that are affecting your ability to perform daily activities. if you are an older adult discuss with your doctor how often you need to have routine eye exams. for more information see the topic vision tests. if a doctor has not determined that you have cataracts but you have symptoms that concern you see the topic eye problems noninjury to find more information on what to do about your symptoms. watchful waiting watchful waiting is a wait-and-see approach. watchful waiting is safe and appropriate in most cases of adult cataracts. if you think your child has a cataract see your doctor. cataracts in children should be treated right away. speak with an ophthalmologist about surgery to remove cataracts. in most cases you can decide if you want or need surgery based on whether vision problems caused by the cataract are interfering with your daily activities. who to see the following health professionals can evaluate vision problems that may be caused by a cataract: ophthalmologist optometrist nurse practitioner physician assistant family medicine doctor internist pediatrician while other doctors may be able to detect problems that may be caused by cataracts only an ophthalmologist can treat cataracts. an ophthalmologist can help with the decision to have surgery and can perform the surgery if necessary. to prepare for your appointment see the topic making the most of your appointment. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i am having sex with 2 women. is it possible to get an std if i am their only partner?,if you are not practicing safe sex (using condoms) and your two partners have had sexual partners in the past you can most definitely get an std.
when is a woman most fertil and likely to get pregnant,hi around day 21 of your cycle day 1 being the first day of your period it takes sperm around 3 days to get to your egg i think your find that your egg is futile for a couple of days so if you have sex on day 18 or 19 they should meet up but the odd women it seems can get pregnant form anytime of the month. don't ask how it just has to be excepted. hope this helps. good luck
what baby blues?,"""baby blues are very normal and very common. having a baby even if it's a second or third baby is a sea of change in your life "" says catherine monk phd herbert irving assistant professor of clinical psychology in the departments of psychiatry and obstetrics at columbia university college of physicians and surgeons. ""that combined with the fluctuating hormones as your body goes from being pregnant to not pregnant can lead to major mood swings. "" experts say there are two big differences between baby blues and true postpartum depression: how long your depressed feelings last. how intense the feelings are. the baby blues usually begin a few days after delivery and last about 10 days to two weeks. the baby blues also feel different than postpartum depression. ""they're not just about being sad. baby blues seem to be about being full of feeling "" explains nada stotland md mph professor of psychiatry and obstetrics and gynecology at rush medical college in chicago."
can i choose what kind treatment surgery i want for my inguinal hernia. i went too kaiser my medical provider and ask for laparoscopic surgery my inguinal hernia! doctor not agree with my request and tell me it is more possibility got some infection! he has 22 years experience at surgeries but i have only one body and don't need have scare!,"i think you have a right to express your preference when it comes to medical management but you cannot force an insurance company to automatically accept those preferences. i don't know your particular case but you can get second opinions outside of your hmo if you are not comfortable what your health plan is proposing. it seems that that people who ""pay the bills"" are the one's that tend to ""call the shots"" but you do have rights to question those decisions."
why is the aca a one size fits all policy? why do we have to pay for health services that don't pertain to us?,i wouldn't describe the aca as a one-size fits all but it does create a minimum set of benefits that all plans in the individual and small employer market must cover (note: nearly all large employer plans already cover these benefits). previously most plans in the individual market did not offer very comprehensive coverage and had a number of exclusions (e. g. maternity mental health coverage even cancer treatments). the idea behind insurance is that it is spreading risk across a large group of people. at any point in time many people will be healthy and won't need to go to the doctor.
could i get pregnant from dry humping in my underwear and he came? . i just have a quick question. about 5 weeks ago my boyfriend stayed over the night and we were grinding/dry humping on each other when we were in our underwear. he came but he pulled away beforehand and my underwear did not appear to be wet on the outside. i did get my period two weeks later and i am on the pill however sometimes i take it a couple of hours late but i do take it daily and i have never missed a pill. i was just wondering if there is any chance that i could be pregnant?,i am so so excited to share this testimony with everyone. i never really believed in spell casting nor magic whatsoever. i was so ignorant of the fact that one can really get pregnant by any means of spell casting. i am from philippines i am happily married with a new born baby(boy). i am 34 years old. i got married to my husband 7yrs ago and since then we have been battling with a problem of getting an issue. i was so frustrated as my husband threatened me of getting a new wife and his family members also threatened that i will be thrown out of the house. i looked for means everywhere but ought to no avail. to cut the long story short i contacted priest babaka the spell caster and today i am proud to say that i am a mother with the help of priest babaka. contact him now and get yours solved via his email: babaka. wolf@gmail. com
are the tax credits for health insurance calculated on gross income or adjusted gross income?,tax credits are calculated on modified adjusted gross income which for most people is the same as adjusted gross income. here's a useful guide: <link>.
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what is wrong with me red bumpy tonuge spots in throat bumps on scalp and other things. i am 24 i have been with my boyfriend for 6 years we have both been faithful the entire time these past few weeks or so tho i have been having some problems i noticed white spots and red bumps on my uvula and roof of my mouth then my tongue was sore so i looked and saw that on the left side most of my taste buds near the tip were swollen and raised and all along the front half is raised and very sensitive then when i went to the bathroom i noticed that i have one red spot on my clit. ne ideas,"no one can be adequately diagnosed over the internet based solely on a description. you will need to be examined by a medical provider since there can be sooooo many reasons. it is possible that not all of your symptoms are ""connected"" (a person can have more than one medical issue at the same time). you may need a strep test for your throat. or even a test for mononucleosis but a medical provider would need to make that decision based on your examination findings."
is prenatal ultrasound safe?,studies have shown ultrasound is not hazardous. there are no harmful side effects to you or your baby. in addition ultrasound does not use radiation as x-ray tests do.
can amoxicillin cause pink eye? if so or not what can i do to get rid of the pink eye asap. i had a slight ear infection. i was prescribed amoxicillin pills and ear drops. later that night i got pink eye in one eye and in the other eye the next morning. i know i didn't rub my eyes so could the med cause my pink eye? what can i do to get rid of the pink eye as quick as possible?,amoxicillin does not cause pink eye. the standard treatment of pink eye (conjunctivitis) is with a prescription antibiotic drop or ointment. you will need to call your medical provider (the one that treated your ear infection) and ask for a prescription to be called in. you should not need to have another medical examination in most cases.
what is more important for a newly diagnosed diabetics? change diet or stop smoking?,i would say whichever you feel you can do most successfully. smoking is a huge health risk factor and can affect blood sugar levels. if you choose to do that first which makes a lot of sense you can still make small changes to your diet while taking medication. for example eating at the right times to coincide with medication and checking blood sugar can be a good first step while you kick the smoking habit. once your smoking habit is under control you can dive deeper into diet and exercise. but the key is starting somewhere and taking it one small step at a time. good luck! see more. smoking cessation health center a healthy type 2 diabetes diet
i have an upper hernia i can usually push it back in but it pops right back out?,wear an abdominal belt if you can not afford syrgery make sure it is always in because it can cause serious problems if u ignore it
can being in severe pain cause sugar glucose levels to rise to higher than normal levels? . my husband was in pain from a nail stabbing him in the foot a couple of weeks ago. his sugar was checked and found it to be unusually high at 402. he is a type 2 diabetic and we have never seen his sugar this high before and he had been taking his medicine when he was supposed to. he was given a shot of incillin to bring his sugar back down.,yes
what do you do for c diff?,"clostridium difficile (or c. diff ) is a bacterium that lives naturally in the human gut. however usually when people refer to "" c. diff "" they're referring to c. diff colitis which is an infectious diarrhea caused when c. diff bacteria grow unchecked. the most common cause of c. diff colitis is disruption of the normal balance of bacteria in the gut due to taking antibiotics. it's important to understand c. diff is highly contagious. it spreads through direct contact. so if a person has c. diff diarrhea and soils the bedding which then touches the nightstand as you're taking the sheets off the bed you can pick up the c. diff bacteria from the nightstand and become infected yourself. c. diff colitis is a nasty condition. it's painful and annoying (all those bathroom trips). beyond the annoyance it can cause life-threatening dehydration in children and the elderly. any time a person gets diarrhea that persists after finishing a course of antibiotics they should consult their medical provider to determine if they have a case of c. diff. c. diff usually is treated with one or more courses of oral antibiotics. other therapies may include fluids (to avoid dehydration) and probiotic supplements to help restore the balance of flora in the gut. if you suspect you or a loved one has c. diff colitis it's imperative you avoid spreading it. you must use alcohol-based hand rub every time you go to the bathroom or have contact with a person who has c. diff. washing your hands with soap and water will not kill this bacterium. wear medical gloves when dealing with soiled linen -- and also use hand rub. you also need to wash bedding towels and even clothing in hot water preferably with chlorine bleach. i sincerely hope neither you nor a loved one ever has to experience a c. diff infection. wishing you well!"
gastroenteritis ive had it for over a month should i be conserned? but i haven't been vomiting or naushous. the only thing i still have is that my stomach feels all crampy and when i eat i feel full and feel like vomiting but i dont,what are your symptoms? i have been bloated and burping for two months. i am nauseous too though. my sister and i are looking into our hormone levels. we found that melatonin is a hormone in your body and changes all the time like insulin levels. in the winter with lack of sunlight melatonin levels can be high and stay in the gut creating high acid levels in the stomach. we are trying full spectrum light therpy. i have a co-worker too who says he is bloated and always feels full right now. i do not feel depressed or anything but maybe it is sad (seasonal affective disorder).
do the new mammogram screening guidelines apply to women taking hormone therapy?,the u. s. preventive services task force did not address this question. hormone therapy increases a woman's risk for breast cancer. the general consensus among the experts was that women on hormone therapy should discuss annual screening with their doctors.
is it safe to take carbamazepine while breastfeeding?,your doctor is right. carbamazepine can get secreted in breast milk and it is the safest antiepileptic during lactation. 1 month old baby sleeps a lot. they can sleep for about 18 to 20 hours a day. they will wake up only for feeds. as long as the baby is gaining weight it is fine. also note that keeping your baby on breast milk has many advantages over formula. breast milk has enzymes which help in better digestion. breast milk also contains various antibodies produced in your body which provides immunity to the newborn. it is recommended that you breastfeed your baby for at least up to 6 months of age. for further information consult a lactation counselor online --> <link>
we were at friends house saturday were informed sunday their kid has lice. how much more need i stress? . we were at a friends house on saturday. they informed us on sunday that their child has lice. we have done treatment on that night and wash laundry bedding in hot water. it is now tuesday. how much longer must i stress that we will get it,not everyone who are exposed to lice with get it otherwise elementary schools would close down. lice and their nits live on humans and only a very very short time on objects before they die. routine check family scalps for these little critters but i am guessing your cleaning efforts were sufficient. you do not have to sell the house.
why can't valtrex be given to patients with mononucleosis to reduce symptoms?,because it doesn't work. valtrex only works for herpes viruses; mono is caused by the ebv virus.
i am allergic to egg whites and work in healthcare. is there any flu vaccine that isn't made in eggs?,not really but if your sensitivity to egg whites is not severe (like anaphylaxis) it could be fine. get a blood test for egg-white allergy (rast testing) to see how severe your allergic response might be. if your medical provider feels it is safe based on this test have the flu vaccine administered at a medical facility under the care of a allergy specialist in the event of an adverse reaction.
can nicotine gum cause throat cancer?,there are no studies that link nicotine gum to throat cancer otherwise it would not be on the market. nicotine via cigarettes are another story entirely. it is other cancer-causing chemicals in tobacco (and there are many) that have been linked not the nicotine.
i had ovarian cancer and reflux surgery i still deal with constant nausea. i can barely eat and i am unable to live life and go anywhere?,hi recurrence of ovarian cancer does not seem to be the possibilty. an untreated hernia that you mentioned seems to be causing the trouble. a diagnostic endoscopy and repair of that hernia can provide you much relief. thanks
think i've done something but i didn't? any tips on how to stop thinking about this? . so i have been having this problem for a little over a month now. i'm too scared to go see a therapist or anything like that because im only 16. i've been having this thought where i know i didn't do anything but this thought is in my mind. it's like im feeling guilty for something i didnt do. i'm not comfortable talking about this thought. everyday i have to tell myself that i didnt do it and its giving me stress anxiety and all that. so to sum it up i think i did something but i know i didnt,hi try doing some meditation to clear your mind its mainly done first thing in the morning and anytime during the dat when you feel things are closing in on you. just google stress anxiety and meditation and just follow one of the sites or google meditation groups for your area for more of a friendly way and help. ok good luck
i have had a migraine for over 48 hours. my doctor just wants to give me medicine should i get a second oppinion? . i took excedrin when the migraine started but that didn't work. i slept. that didn't work. i went to the doctor they gave me a shot of ketorolac tromethamine. that didn't work. i went to the chiropractor and had my neck adjusted and massaged. that didn't work. i took rizatriptan. that didn't work. the doctor said not to bother to come in unless it persist to next week and then they will give me more medicine. my chiropractor recommended going to urgent care. i don't know what to do.,"of course you may be serviced at an urgent care clinic but i don't see that as being your best choice. urgent care center doctors see individuals for relatively uncomplicated matters that can be resolved in one visit. conditions such as colds viruses rashes minor injuries bruises cuts requiring stiches and infections are typical types of straight forward easily diagnosable cases that respond well to immediate treatment. a migraine headache is a symptom of some other disorder within the body such as hormonal changes head/neck injury alcohol consumption sexual activity eye conditions ears nose & throat disorders emotional stress ingesting certain foods and beverages environmental factors such as breathing polluted air and many other reasons. there is also a relationship between family heredity as a predisposing factor seen in suffers with migraines. i recommend that you begin your search for resolution by making an appointment with a migraine headache specialist. other doctors who may provide you with answers to your headaches include: neurologists pain management specialists ob/gyn specialists endocrinologists and allergy specialists. the next task is to begin keeping a journal of all daily activates. it should include times dates all physical and emotional events all foods and beverages consumed and of course headaches. note the start and end times for all headaches the quality of the headache (what does it feel like? ) your pain level (1 - 10) treatments attempted and your response to those treatments. if the headaches cannot be reduced in their number of episodes or their intensity in a reasonable amount of time then going to a hospital emergency room or urgent care center is justified. in the interim take the medications as instructed maintain a quiet and dark environment during acute headache periods apply a facial ice pack/and or heat to the painful areas eat and drink nutritious meals and rest as needed. unfortunately migraine headaches are painful and may be difficult to diagnosis in the differential process of identifying the precipitating factors known (""triggers"") which are unique to the individual sufferer of a migraine headache. feel better soon."
what are the symptoms and signs of athlete's foot?,most individuals with athlete's foot have no symptoms at all and do not even know they have an infection. many may think they simply have dry skin on the soles of their feet. common symptoms of athlete's foot typically include various degrees of itching and burning. the skin may frequently peel and in particularly severe cases there may be some cracking pain and bleeding as well. rarely athlete's foot can blister (called bullous tinea pedis).
"very high metabolism! very skinny! need help gaining weight! . help! please! i have a very very high metabolism and its impossible for me to gain weight! i am 17 years old. im about 5ft 7"" and only weigh around 107 lbs. and its hard for me to consume loads of food because of school! (6am-3pm) so i need help! i need a plan for me because im so confused where to start. i also have this problem where i get full quick and get hungry quick. and if there's any pills i could take that could help me that'd be great",early fullness could be a sign something else is going on so i recommend you get a physical and talk to a healthcare provider. i also recommend you see a registered dietitian for individualized advice. you can find a dietitian in your area by going to eatright. org. in the meantime here are some things you can do to get started: eat regular meals and snacks every day (5-6 times daily). try to plan your meals ahead of time and have items you can put together for quick meals. include 3-5 food groups at meals including a whole grain protein (meat/beans/nut butter) fruits vegetables full-fat dairy (whole milk/yogurt) and healthy fats. for example in the morning you might have a big bowl of oatmeal topped with fruit and nuts and a side boiled egg. lunch might be a big sandwich salad and soup. include 2-3 food groups at snack time which may consist of cheese and whole grain crackers or an apple with peanut butter or half a meat sandwich with veggie sticks. try to include at least one fat source at every meal: butter or nut butter on bread nuts on cereal salad dressing on greens etc. for more tips on how to gain weight in a healthy way see this article.
"how long be on birth controll pills. i'm age 53 years old 5' 2"" 114lb non smoker and don't drink and do exercise. i just had my yearly check up few months ago with my doctor. he recommended i be on pills for few more years. i use azurette 28's still have menstration every months. do you have any comments?",hi i would say 2 years 4 years max as by then the menopause should have taken over your birth control needs but do get blood test done each year as a hormone check this will tell if your menopause is coming. hope this helps you. good luck
my blood work showed inflammation. i have crohn’s disease do i need steroids?,hi steroids is not recommended as a permanent treatment however it can be used during flare ups entocort is actually a form of steroids with less side effects than regular steroids if you do not want the acne odema and weight gain entocort is the drug of choice good luck
i have a sore throat and when i blow my nose hard a thick gooey mucus mixed with blood come out. what could it be? . sore throat get worse when i swallow or even yawn fever on and off and thick gooey mucus/blood doesn't always come out when i blow my nose.,it could be a bad sinus infection. this has happened to me. the sore throat could be due to drainage or strep throat. either way it sounds like you might need to get to a doctor to get tests and possibly some antibiotics.
hi. my mum has had a lump just below her clavical/collarbone. she had an x-ray and the guy said he didn't know what it was but he didn't think it was cancerous just to come back for a check up in 6 months. fast forward a couple months my mom went to her gp and she ordered an mri. the results just came back and it said she has a hypo intense t1 and hyperintense stir involving the first anterior rib. a subtle abnormal enhancement of the rib was also identified. everything else in the area looked normal. they said she needs to go back for a ct scan. she just had a benign brain tumor removed and now she has to go through this it's very difficult. is this something that sounds like we should be concerned about? what could this possibly potentially be? thank you.,it is difficult to interpret the possible cause of the lesion detected in the mri without more medical history as well and complete mri visualization. possible causes that can present as lumps around the clavicle include - enlarged lymph nodes with or without abscess formation tumors like osteochondroma or it could also be a bony lump caused by a healing fracture of the clavicle. it would be best if you can consult the doctors treating you who can go through the mri and advice you accordingly. i hope this helps.
while taking different medicines can a dna test come out wrong. medicines like epitol phenobarbital or baclofen effect a dna test,i know of no medications that will interfere with the accuracy of a dna test.
my period is almost ten days late and i took some pregnency test but they keep coming out negative. could i be pregnant?,not necessarily. sometimes especially in women who have normally light periods your period can just not come for a month. it's pretty common for periods to be irregular sometimes. there were a few times in which i didn't get mine for at least 3 months. my doctor said it was normal and i got birth control to regulate my periods.
i got a sore on my lip and now it got bigger and it burns?,looks like cold sores. secondary to viral infection. have u recently had an unusual sexual activity? partner?
i hurt my neck 2 years ago is aps therapy good?,before going further in which treatment you will need u need to do mri on ur brain and spine it’s v imp to check what’s going on there
how can lupus systemic lupus erythematosus be prevented?,there is currently no way to prevent lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus or sle). but people who smoke may be more likely to develop lupus. 7 avoiding smoking and perhaps other tobacco products may decrease your risk of developing lupus. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
how is bacterial vaginosis diagnosed?,your doctor can tell you if you have bacterial vaginosis. he or she will examine you and will take a sample of fluid from your vagina. the fluid is viewed under a microscope. in most cases your doctor can tell right away if you have bv.
what causes skin tags?,"skin tags are often referred to as ""inflammatory tags"" since they are often caused by repeated inflammation. some people are born with skin tags however. the often occur in the armpits from years of using underarm deodorant or shaving around areas where clothing may have rubbed around the anal area from a life of extensive paperwork. they can be annoying they can itch they can get infected and more importantly they can be easily removed. the most common method is a simple excision. once the area is properly numbed by lidocaine a medical provider may just painlessly snip them off with sterile scissors and cauterize the base to avoid bleeding. larger skin lesions (and you can form whoppers! ) may require a few little stitches to limit an ugly scar. they can be frozen off with liquid nitrogen and even pitched to death by using a hemostat. they can come back or new ones can form. since many skin lesions can mimic innocent skin tags it is best to have these office procedures done by a medical professional -- someone who will most likely send them off to the lab for proper pathological analysis."
is it okay to soak with table salt?,sure. but that would depend on what you are soaking. salt in an open would certainly would not be pleasant. our bodies are composed of salt water so putting intact skin in salt water is like swimming in the ocean.
are the toothbrushes that spin and the water pik sets worth the money or am i better off buying a regular toothbrush?,in my opinion the motorized toothbrushes really do help in plaque removal. i also love the water piks with diluted mouthwashes in them. however if cost is a factor a regular soft toothbrush and mouthwash will work.
what are the risks of using carbamide peroxide drops on a perforated eardrum? . i initially thought my symptoms might have been due to a build-up of earwax. i used otc carbamide peroxide in an attempt to clear out any possible blockage. i only used it once as it actually increased the sense of fullness in the affected ear which i assume was due to some of the fluid draining into the perforation. about a week after using the drops i was properly diagnosed with a perforated eardrum. could i have done any damage by using carbamide peroxide drops on my perforated eardrum?,probably not but it is good not to do this again if a perforated eardrum is even remotely possible.
can someone who has had their tonsils removed still get strep throat? . i realize strep is a bacterial infection and tonsilitis is viral but i'm still looking for a difinitive answer. can you get strep if your tonsils have been removed? . p. s. i'm good with a 1 word answer. <positive_smiley>,techinically yes. since you still have a throat and perhaps even some tonsillar remnants that can harbor the strep bacteria. strep after a tonsillectomy is uncommon however.
how long does it take for a methylprednisolone injection to take effect? i got it 30 hours ago for an ear infection. they have an cortisporin ear drop waiting for me at the pharmacy. should i pick it up now or give the infection more time to work?,"what kind of ear infection? the only one that may benefit from an injection of a potent steroid would be an inner ear infection (dizzy vertigo vomiting etc. ). cortisporin eardrops will only help otitis externa (swimmer's ear). since i don't know the reason for the steroid the type or severity of your ear infection ther is really no way to predict when (or even ""if"") this treatment will work."
i've heard conflicting opinions. 7 weeks of pregnancy what should my wife avoid eating and drinking? . we just had our first appointment and the md said it was ok for her to have caffeine sushi and a drink as long as it was in moderation. thoughts,"i tend to go with what the expert tells me whether it's an md or a quantum physicist because they have far greater training and expertise in their fields than i do. if your ob doc says it's ok for your wife to have caffeine sushi and a drink then i would tend to rely on that advice. however the larger issue here is: when is it appropriate to question a physician? the answer: anytime! it's not unusual to leave the doctor's office and later feel conflicted or unsettled by what you've been told. and it's perfectly fine to call your doctor's office back to express your conflicted feelings and ask for clarification. doctors don't mind this. at least good caring doctors don't. if you want to be perfectly safe your wife can err on the side of caution and avoid caffeine sushi and alcohol. just because the doctor said she ""could"" consume them doesn't mean she ""must"" consume them. make sense? best wishes with the pregnancy!"
can proper nutrition help kidney disease. someone said that the foods you eat can slow down the progression of kidney disease. is this possible?,diet is one component of slowing down kidney disease but so are regular visits to your doctor and taking prescribed medications. for example keeping blood sugar under control if you are diabetic will help your kidneys as will keeping blood pressure in normal range. that is a mix of diet and medications. it's also important for you to understand what you doctor or dietitian recommend in terms of protein potassium sodium fluid and phosphorous levels in your diet. recommendations will vary depending on whether or not you are on dialysis and your labs. make sure you have a good healthcare team to help you out. also see kidney disease: changing your diet good luck!
if you lose your employee health insurance after the dec. 15 deadline can you enroll at any time? . or do you have to wait until another enrollment period comes around?,losing existing coverage is considered a qualifying event and that allows you to sign up for insurance even if it's outside the open enrollment period.
how many milligrams of benadryl should be taken for an allergic reaction to food,the usual adult dose is 25 mg but more severe reactions may require 50 mg. a child of course would take a considerable less dose. since i do not know the age or weight of the person you are treating please make sure to use the appropriate dose.
does concerta cause your stool to turn black?,no. this is not an adverse effect of concerta. black stools are often feared because they could indicate stomach bleeding but some foods (like spinach or black licorice) and some medications (pepto bismol) will also turn the stools black. since i don't know your medical history please consult your medical provider for patient-specific advice.
can colitis or ulcer have same symptoms as a gall bladder attack? right upper quadrant pain. my us and hida were ok.,hi if you think like i did and are having a gallbladder problem just google gallbladder flush this will sort you out it has me really makes you feel well. i have done one but in 3 weeks i will be doing it again one site states to do it for 6 months not to sure about that your find out if you do it just why. do hope it helps you. good luck
what is the proper way to apply sunscreen to the face?,always use a broad- spectrum sunscreen which blocks uva and uvb rays it should be an spf of at least 30. i'm a big fan of physical sunscreens that contain zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. put your sunscreen on last apply any anti-aging products before you put on your sunscreen. pick the appropriate sunscreen for your skin type if you're oily choose a serum and if you have dry skin choose one which contains moisturizing ingredients.
does frontal lobe dysfunction affect my lifespan or likelihood of getting alzheimers or dementia?,hi if you have no speech or thinking problems then frontal lobe dysfunction will not cause alzheimers or dementia. and it is sure that it will not affect your life span good luck
i have this small bump at the inner corner of my left eye is it cancer?,hi it is certainly big in size but cancer is less likely to be the diagnosis. it may be a hypertrophied lacrymal cyst/duct. but considering its size it should not be neglected. you should consult a opthalmologist. thanks
is there any link between stopping birth control and experiencing a slump in your energy level or mood? . i stopped taking birth control pills about two months ago and am feeling very clumsy and lethargic.,mood changes are possible when hormone levels change. but two months seems like a long time for these experiences to be occurring in conjunction with your birth control. if you are feeling different you should consult with your health-care provider.
is 105 mg of vitamine b12 a dangerous dosage? . i am taking a multivitamin tablet that contains 100 mg with methycobalmin? and 5 mg of b12 as methycobalmin andadenosylcoalmin? am i taking too much daily of this vitamin?,i think you mean micrograms (mcg) instead of milligrams (mg). if you really are taking 105mg that would equal 105 000mcg. the recommended amount of vitamin b12 for adults is 2. 4mcg. but there is no upper limit set by the institute of medicine because no adverse effects have been found with taking excess vitamin b12. because it is a water soluble vitamin it's potential for toxicity is low. most people get enough from diet unless they are vegetarians older or have a health condition that decreases the absorption of vitamin b12. for more on proper dosing and side effects see this webmd page.
can mixing vodka and crystal light drink mix be dangerous?,drinking vodka can be dangerous. drinking crystal light is not. if you mix the two together as a mixed drink the vodka is still dangerous.
i am allergic to penicillin and sulfa drugs and now clindamycin. what antibiotic can i take?,don't panic. there are several other choices depending on what your medical provider is treating at the time. antibiotics are specifically prescribed for a certain bacterial infection.
is allergy drainage ever green or does that only indicate a viral or bacterial infection. i have started having drainage from my nose and it has some green color mixed with clear. i am fully aware that a green color doesnt mean a bacterial infection and it may be viral but what i want to know is can it just be allergies and not a virus,no the color of mucous does not automatically assume that something is viral bacterial or allergic. it is just a clue. in most cases green mucous is more likely to indicate stagnation (especially if the green is primarily in the mornings). just a like a pond that turns green when water is not flowing in and out the mucous can be green when you are chronically congested. you will need to be medically evaluated in order to determine if the green really has a bacterial association or is just plain 'ol stagnation.
should you take aspirin if you have gastroenteritis,no. aspirin can worsen gastroenteritis.
how can i be pregnant easily? . i have polycystic doctors always gave me povera to make my menstration flow but it still doesnt work may i know the other why on how will i get pregnant easily thanks!,hi sorry for got to lead you to this site you may find some help with your problem. <link> just copy this link into google to open and read. or just go to www. earthclinic. com and look under ailments under p. good luck
my daughter has genital herpes can we 'catch' anything from her by drinking or from the toilet?,the toilet seat is remotely possible but girls using the toilet typically do not have these parts directly touching the seat. if the herpetic lesions were on her buttocks or legs it would be more possible. you cannot get or transmit genital herpes by drinking or eating after someone. just direct contact. as long as she keeps her hands clean after using the toilet and of course keeps the bathroom toilet spotless you will be safe.
can you get shingles even if you 'do not' touch the infected area or person?,i was 21 when i got shingles. i took my son to a well baby appt. when he was 2 months. i was exposed to 2 brothers that came in for chicken pox. we were in different waiting areas and never came in contact with them. my rash was behind my left ear. i had a lot of health issues with my delivery so the only places i went were to dr. s appt. s. so i believe you only have to breath the air atleast thats all i did. lol
migraine chronic i am asking for direction to expert help as clinic/specilist that i can contact past the neurologist. i am seeing neurologist have had wide range of meds plus botox relief over 4 hours seldom maybe three times. am i alone in constant migraine do others have this lets up times not gone? is there some specialists that will try to help this ongoing hour to hour day by day pain and loss of function? pain meds only make sleep possible not life functional. i lose sight in both eyes when it is worse the eyes sag and close physically. there is aura light hurts sounds hurts cannot be social even in family,hi you are not alone. believe me. there are others dealing with the same issues. i had migraines for about a month. i could not eat because then i'd throw up could not be in the light could not even go outside. each and everytime that i went outside i'd throw up. the light bothered me and made my migraines worse as well as the noise and the tv. there are good meds out there on the market for that. you just have to experience with them to see which one helps you to the most. i too saw my neurologist for my migraines. he gave me a script but it did not help very much. (those migraines are a killer). i'd cry because i could not eat or keep anything down. it did started with an aura. and mind you. i was outside waiting on the metro rail stop when this happened. i sort of had a feeling like kind of oooze. so i called my dr. and he told me to get to the nearesr er. and they told me it was migraines. and i was just constantly throwing up left and right at the er.
i am convinced i have celiacs is there another way i can seek a diagnosis?,do the ttg test or whats called tissue transglutaminase test a diagnostic test for coeliac disease…
i keep having chest pains when its not in my chest its in my back my arms go numb back burns i get dizzy and i pass out?,in my opinion you have stress anxiety or depression i suggest you visit a psychologist nothing serious you will be fine 🙂 good luck
my wife is on oxy for pain. she is abusing the med. how can i get her off? what other med. can she take? . she has recently used her 30 day script in 8 days. that's 90 pills. she says she still has the pain in her leg. is there anything else she can take instead that is not addictive? when she runs out of her prescribed med she get something from a friend on the street and it is costing plenty that we can't afford. help,go with her to her next doctor's appointment or inform the prescribing medical provider that she is addicted and abusing this dangerous narcotic. you are wise and caring for being concerned but only your wife can stop. have her seek help from a self-help 12-step program. if she is truly in pain seeing a pain specialist is the best way to go. her doctor can refer her. there is really no way for me or any medical provider to make blind pain medication suggestions since we do not know her particular case. she needs help and you can help her get this help.
how much risk is there for sucking a man's penis (not knowing his sexual history) with respect to aids/hiv? . i want so much to suck on other guys' penises through their ejaculation. i feel compelled to do it. . what is the hiv danger from doing so? herpes? other diseases? . . thank you!,a person gets hiv when an infected person's body fluids (blood semen fluids from the vagina or breast milk) enter his or her bloodstream. the virus can enter the blood through linings in the mouth anus or sex organs (the penis and vagina) or through broken skin. in other words always use a condom!
in my 18th week of pregnancy clubfoot was diagnosed. should i undergo amniocentesis?,clubfoot (twisted foot) is not an uncommon anomaly and its prognosis is good. it means it is correctable in most cases. amniocentesis is an invasive procedure. if you have already undergone biochemical markers like a dual marker or triple test and they are negative then the risk of other anomalies is very low. i will suggest you to take a scan from a fetal medicine expert near you. if no other anomalies are seen by him or her on that scan then just for a club foot amniocentesis is not required. for further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> <link>
"will/can the popular ""egg"" vibrators damage the uterus? . the ""egg"" vibrator is inserted in the vagina.",most helpful answer probably not but no one has really tested this in a clinical study. hi see above answer sorry it wont come up without a prompt glitch on webmd. hi i think your find like most things if you don't over use it your be ok there is not much info relaying to the egg but if this is a battery operated on just try the older ones the rely on just rubbing together this cause's a vibration the stops till you hit another bump. so next time you see a woman with a silly grin you now know why. good luck
what is triamcinolone acetonide cream used for?,triamcinolone is a steroid that is used topically for a number of conditions. steroids are most commonly used for allergic-type rashes such as allergic dermatitis or eczema or for conditions like psoriasis.
i’m still struggling to achieve an erection without the use of cialis. how long can i expect this to be the case? . it has been 8 months since my radical prostatectomy surgery.,this can take many many months to even a few years. you need to continue the use of cialis and keep the erections happening however you bring them on several times each week. the more you use that area and get the blood flowing and the nerves working the sooner and better the erections. this is called penile rehab. and for some men they may need some help forever with cialis or similar medications.
could i be pregnant? . i have irregular periods. my last menstrual cycle started on 1/12. we have had unprotected sex every other day since 1/17. my nest menstrual cycle isn't set to begin for at least 10-15 days. yesterday i noticed my breasts were very tender and more full. i have to eat every couple of hours or i am very nauseous. my abdomen hurts when i lie certain ways at night. is it too early for me to have pregnancy symptoms?,hi sorry being english i got the dates round the wrong way i was thinking 1st december again sorry for my mix up in that case yes your just waiting. good luck
i had protected sex the condom didn't break and he didn't ejaculate. i had protected sex the condom didn't break and he didn't ejaculate. i had just come off of my period the day before. i started bleeding that evening did not bleed at all the next day but did bleed some the next day. what does this mean? do i have anything to worry about?,if you are concerned about pregnancy this would be unlikely based on the information you have shared. as far as the post-coital bleeding is concerned i really can't comment since i do not know anything about you or your medical history. it would not be possible for me to blindly guess at the reason so please consult your medical provider if you are concerned or the bleeding persists. was this your first time? perhaps the bleeding occurred as a result of him bursting through your hymen as you lost your virginity.
what should i know about electroconvulsive therapy (ect) during pregnancy?,also known as electroshock this therapy can have a therapeutic effect for mood disorders. during pregnancy this type of therapy causes few complications. to reduce the risks your doctor may: have the baby's heart rate and oxygen levels monitored during ect. suggest antacids or placement of an airway tube (intubation) to reduce the risk of gastric regurgitation or lung inflammation during ect. encourage you to eat well and drink plenty of water to help prevent premature contractions.
why is a male face lift more difficult to do?,the male face-lift is infinitely more demanding than the female because of all the blood supply. see a male’s face has a much richer blood supply to support the thicker skin and the beard. all male skin generally is thicker than the comparable female. and the beard demands extra nutrition so we spend a lot more time there. so that’s whatever time we quote for a woman we have to add on almost 45 minutes to an hour longer for a man. and in terms of cutting and rearranging features is there a difference? yeah the incision is different because a man’s incision if done as a woman’s placed in the curvature of the ear the man would be shaving inside his ear canal because you slide up hair bearing skin. so on a man you have to put the incision in front here. it actually takes a little longer to close also since that incision is more visible to the eye it has to be absolutely primo. not that we don’t try to be primo in these other areas but they lend themselves to easier healing fewer stitches. this you have to have at least two layers of stitches so that there’s not stretching. it’s just more complex.
"could i be pregnant from this? (inside out condom). my boyfriend was trying to put a condom that was inside out. the condom slightly went over his penis but he realized it was the wrong way. he turned it over and put it on. i tried rubbing off ""anything"" that could have been on there. i'm not positive if pre-cum got on the condom or not nor do i know if ""rubbing it off"" with my hand did anything. is there a possibility i could get pregnant from this mishap?",im not an export but as i know the pre-cum only dont have capable of made a women as pregnant. but if any thing above that may did.
what can i do to ease the pain of osteoarthritis in my right hand? . i have had 9 sessions of pt but my right hand thumb area still hurts a few. . times a day. are there any kinds of specific exercises that i can do at home and at work?,i have very severe multiple site oa. i have it in both thumbs and now fingers rest ice or heat anti-inflammatory (pain meds). tylenol is a good pain reliever but will do nothing for the inflammation if you have inflammation. i use heating pads as i don't always tolerate the ice. the cold is what will cause me more pain such as a drop in outdoor temps in winter. try capsasin but be very very careful that you do not get it near your face eyes and mouth. capsasin used to work great on my back early on in the oa battle but now it does not work for me. good luck.
what is diarrhea?,is passing of loss stool 2-3 times in one day.
i am low income do i get penalized because i don't qualify for medicaid and cannot afford to buy insurance. i need it.,for starters under the new health reform law people with low incomes who have not qualified for medicaid in the past may now qualify. a little more than half of states will be expanding their medicaid programs to include individuals with incomes up to roughly $16 000 per year. if your state does not expand its medicaid program you will likely be eligible for significant financial help to pay for a health plan. people making as much as $46 000 per year are eligible for tax credits that will lower the cost of insurance. and if you make less than about $28 000 per year you'll also pay less each time you go for medical care. if with all this the lowest priced health plan available to you costs more than 8% of your income or you don't make enough money to file income taxes you will not be penalized with a tax penalty for not having health insurance. you'll have the chance starting october 1st -- just 5 days from now -- to log onto your state's health insurance marketplace to begin searching for your options. i urge you to do so. you may be quite pleasantly surprised by the new options available to people with limited incomes. good luck!
i developed breathing difficulties approx 2 years ago which have worsened daily since?,let me tell you that your main problem is anxiety up to panic attacksyou need to consult a psychotherapist as he is going to help you a lot…
can i be prescribed medical marijuana if im pregnant for severe nausua and chronic pain?,no. marijuana is not safe in pregnancy. there are other medications that may be help but your ob must prescribe them. i hate to contradict the doctor but new studies are showing there is no correlation between marijuana consumption and harm to a fetus. depending on how you consume it may be a factor i would definitely not smoke it. if you are in a medicinal state i would find a doctor who deals with medicinal cannabis as they are going to be the best ones to answer all your questions 100%. i have known multiple women who have used cannabis throughout their entire pregnancy and their children are healthy and very intelligent.
my 5 year old is taking cephalexin oral and it's 125mg/5ml. is this a safe dosage for his age?,yes that is a safe dosage but i do not know his weight or what is being treated.
what worries heart patients when it comes to sex?,after a heart attack some men and women fear that any type of sexual activity will provoke another one. people feel that if they've had a heart attack it's not a good idea to stress their bodies with sexual activity. but fewer than 1% of heart attacks are precipitated that way. it makes sense to think of sex as a form of exercise: if your doctor clears you for physical activity you're also likely safe for sex.
no pregnancy symptoms. should i be worried? . i have had 2 positive pregnancy tests (urine tests at home) and i should be 7 weeks pregnant. however i have no symptoms. i am trying not to stress about it but should i be worried? i don't see my ob for another 2 weeks.,most helpful answer it is really not up to me or anyone to tell you whether you should be concerned or not. clearly you are concerned so my suggestion for you is to call the ob now. not wait two weeks. and talk to him/her or the advice rn if he has one. many women have no idea they are pregnant until their pregnancy is quite far. they did not have any symptoms either.
groin odor and itchiness. hi i have a really bad odor on my groin area however i cant really smell it until i touch the area moreover i sometimes itch whenever i do work out or sweat can anyone help me out? i also have very dry skin,"it's possible you have a fungal infection commonly called "" jock itch. "" this can occur when you don't completely dry the groin area after exercising and showering. the skin of the groin area is home to many beneficial bacteria. however when this area remains damp it can allow other bacteria to flourish. this can result in a fungal infection. assuming you don't have any lesions (sores pimples - that sort of thing) it's probably safe for you to try an over-the-counter spray powder or cream for jock itch. you'll find these products near the medications for athlete's foot. to prevent jock itch be sure to towel dry as much as possible then apply a powder (or cornstarch) to help keep the area dry. if you're unsure about whether you actually have jock itch or if the over-the-counter treatment doesn't help the problem by all means visit your health care provider to determine what is going on. hope this helps!"
how to increase my height? i am 23 years old.,growth in terms of height drastically reduces after puberty. you have not mentioned your gender. theoretically with proper nutrition and under ideal circumstances growth in height stops in women at 18 years and in men at 24 years. this does not consider other factors like family tendencies and genetic inheritance. i suggest you to have nutritionally rich food like milk and milk products egg yolk lean meat like fish fresh fruits and vegetables. you can also indulge in stretching exercises and yoga that will give you better posture and help you to look taller. if you are overweight focus on losing weight. sleep for at least 8 hours a day. you need to drink 6-8 glasses of water a day to detoxify your body. following these tips will help in maintaining ideal body condition. that coupled with yoga and other exercises should help you. consult a nutritionist online for further follow up ---><link>
what do i have? . i've missed my period this month. i haven't been sexually active for months now so i'm not pregnant. i normally get my periods between the 10th and 20th of every month. instead this month i got 3-6 days of brown discharge with light bleeding on the 6th. i waited and now its the 26th and nothing. also i take hormone pills because i have hypothyroidism. i have seen on websites that this could be a reason why? i'm not sure but i did stop taking them for a couple days but i'm back on track now.,hi some women get skipped absent or just missed periods what ever it just one of those things and just happens like that. do hope his helps you good luck
i had 2 pregnancy test that were positive. i started bleeding 2 days later like my normal period. can i still be pregnant?,contact your doctor as early as possible that there is no evidence of ectopic pregnancy.
i’m really scared something is wrong with my kidneys?,no sign at all of kidney problem you have trichomoniasis ( sexual transmitted infection easly treated with the right antibiotics do not try antibiotics on your own good luck
can you have a normal bm with a colostomy bag and no colon? . my neighbor went to the hospital the other day. she told them that she had a normal bm and she supposedly has no colon and only a colostomy bag. is this possible?,"what is ""normal"" for you is not normal for someone with a colostomy. she is having a bowel movement for her."
can i still end up pregnant if my man ejaculated inside of me two days before leaking cervical fluid? . i had unprotected sex on october 18th and on october 21st. both times my man ejaculated inside of me. i just started to leak some cervical fluid today and wanted to know if there is still a chance that i could end up pregnant?,hi so the 20th your just 5 days into your cycle then and just finished with bleeding then? around day 14 is ovulation day its like give or take a day and male sperm lives in side you at most 5 to 7 days so there is this an outside chance of not being pregnant. but rereading the above you was having unprotected sex during your period then? correct then the chances are high your not pregnant and this what you call cervical fluid was probably your mucus plug forming or from that. but its still a waiting game but please don't stress keep happy and when you do get the chance just think bc and do something about it the pill is probably the best choice around. hope this helps you. good luck
why do i get so tired after exercising? . i haven't gone out and done physical activity for about a month so i just went out for a nice and easy power walk for about 50 minutes. i come home and suddenly i just feel sluggish and exhausted. i don't starve myself. i eat when i'm hungry and when i need to eat. i get super tired and when i come home i just knock out. because i get so tired i don't like to exercise when i have school. it's been affecting my health and my body. i really want to exercise daily. help please <negative_smiley>,i like yoga. i always feel rejuvenated after yoga.
can being over weight cause arthritis in your feet?,while excess weight doesn't necessarily cause arthritis in places like your feet it can exacerbate it or make it progress in a more rapid fashion. excess weight puts additional stress on joints making arthritis symptoms worse. losing weight will not cure arthritis but it can help slow down the progression of the disease. for more details on how this works see this webmd article.
the health care act provides subsidies based on income. i am on medicare and i need health insurance for my wife. are the costs based on 2013 or 2014 income? are social security and ira distributions included for the income eligibility?,it's your 2014 income that the subsidies are based on though you will be asked for income information for previous years when applying for coverage. social security income does count toward your annual income. so too will ira distributions.
what are the risk factors for schizophrenia?,the main risk factor is heredity with the incidence rising from 1% in the general population to nearly 10% in those whose parents or siblings have the disorder. the twin of a person with schizophrenia has a 50% risk of developing it as well. women are at greater risk than men and both sexes are most prone during their teens and early 20s. schizophrenia rarely develops after age 45 or in young children though some as young as seven have been occasionally diagnosed.
mother has deminstia how can i tell if any of mother's drugs ( side effects are confussion) is adding to confusion? . drugs given in care facility i fear the effects of these drugs are giving false evidence to those who want to keep her from coming home.,"get a list of her medications. either look the individual side effects up on the internet or ask your friendly neighborhood pharmacist to assist you. many drugs used in the elderly can cause confusion and certain combinations of drugs can have many different side effects (called drug interactions). many internet sites will also check for drug interactions. some drugs are not biologically processed well by the elderly and can form toxic levels. these drug toxicities would not be known unless she had a blood level of the particular drug tested. this happened with my own mother who was unresponsive and presumed to be dying. with the care center asked to have all of her medications stopped we agreed. a few days after her medications were stopped she ""woke up"" and lived happily for three more years! she was on a seizure medication from an er physician for years based on his assumption that she had a seizure (she did not). the care facility continued to give her this drug on a daily basis to the point where it was at toxic levels. a blood test confirmed the toxicity and she was never given it again. stay closely involved in her care. if you have power of attorney you have the right to get this information review her medical records and talk with the physician that is covering the care facility."
my husband experiencing intense foul smelling night sweats?,there is a lot of factors here can cause him this the antidepressants that he is taking is strongly causing this also there could be a problem regarding his thyroid gland or glucose levels to i recommend measuring his glucose and do cbc and thyroid profile…tell me more information about his daily diet cause it may be one of the possibilities ….
what causes seizures in people with juvenile myoclonic epilepsy?,although the underlying cause of juvenile myoclonic epilepsy is unknown certain factors can make seizures more likely in people with the condition. like other forms of epilepsy seizures in jme are also more likely during sleep deprivation or after drinking alcohol. sometimes seizures in juvenile myoclonic epilepsy can be triggered by flickering light like the sun reflecting off ocean waves or strobe lighting at a party. in some people acts of concentration like decision making or calculations can trigger seizures.
i was diagnosed with diabetes shouldn’t my doctor suggest metformin?,hi yes your doctor should have prescribed metformin however you levels are not high enough to cause damage and you doctor is very good he is not trying to manage your diabetes he is trying to treat it i would stay with him if i were you good luck
i have had a had a moderate headache queasiness and diarrhea of and on for a month and now i lack energy. i only take over the counter medication like tylenol pm and advil sometimes no drugs,why have you not gone to the doctor? it could literally be anything. from hiv to a dangerous flu or disease.
birth control shot making me fat and moody? . i was on the pill for about 6 months but switched to the shot because of depression issues. i have been on the shot for about 9 months now and have gained about 30 pounds and am very moody. i need to be on birth control but don't know what method would work best for me.,"the shot is better btw. pills make it worse because it gives you ""pregnancy"" symptoms they make your body feel like it's preg so that you dont get preg. i think that the shot is waaaay better if you dont wanna get preg. but i heard that the mood swings stop after awhile you've been on it the best thing you should do is talk to your doc. or whoever/wherever you got the shot and talk to someone about the depression the shot & pill couldve made it worse. i was on both of them and stopped because i hated it! i have depression anxiety and anger probs. they made it worse for me. hopes this helps though."
i had a deep cavity filled two weeks ago and it's still sensitive to heat and cold. how long will this last?,it is not unusual to have sensitivity after a deep filling. it could last 8-12 weeks. the most important thing to know is if there is a change for the worse you may have an irreversibly damaged nerve that can get infected. this would require root canal therapy to save the tooth. i would carefully monitor your symptoms and get in touch with the dentist if something changes.
what is celiac disease?,celiac disease is also known as celiac sprue nontropical sprue and gluten-sensitive enteropathy. the exact cause of celiac disease is not clear; however the outcome is well established. this disease affects the small intestine and its ability to absorb nutrients resulting in deficiencies and health complications. gluten is a protein found in wheat rye and barley. when you have celiac disease your body reacts to gluten as if it were toxic. this reaction occurs in the small intestine and ends up damaging the mucosal surface (the inner lining of the small intestine). when the mucosal surface is damaged the small intestine is not able to absorb nutrients properly. these nutrients include vitamins calcium carbohydrates protein and fats.
what increases the risk of getting ringworm of the scalp or beard?,factors that increase the risk of ringworm include: being susceptible to fungal infection or having had a previous fungal infection on the scalp beard or other areas. having contact with people or animals with ringworm infections or with those who carry the ringworm fungus but do not have symptoms. having an impaired immune system (due to diseases such as diabetes or cancer ). living in a warm damp climate. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
what genes are linked to parkinson's disease?,what are simtons of parkinsons disease?
can people with keratosis pilaris get tattoos? . will there be any negative side effects because of the skin condition,many people do. this common skin condition should not be a problem with a tattoo.
can being kneed in the stomach cause a miscarriage. i dont know if i was pregnant for sure or not but i had a really good feeling that i was. after being kneed in the stomach bleeding started to happen. at first i thought i had started my period but the cramps were more painful than usual.,seems like you really wanted a miscarage. if you don't want a baby it is called birth control or plan b if it is too late. yes there is such a thing! i don't think people like you deserve to have a baby with a question like that. we all know what kind of question that is. do not bring a baby into the world if you are trying to kill it off already. everyone in this world do not need more idiotic people like you to abandon and abuse their kids. if you didn't know i will tell you right know that is not right and i look down on you for that. if you do want one then don't because you are oviously not ready.
my mother is in the hospital with pneumonia. my son also has it and been on antibiotics for 4 days. can he visit her? . she is 80 years old and lives with us. my son is 11. i have no one to leave him with and i want to be with both of them. it is so difficult to have our family divided like this.,you will need to ask your mother's doctor or the hospital since i do not know what kind of pneumonia she has.
is it safe to take amoxicillin which should be refrigerated that has been left in a mildly warm car all weekend?,i would need to know more information to answer this question for you. how long was the medication in the car? was it overnight and approximately what temperature was it? is it humid in the area? did the medication change color? all of these questions can help to determine whether the medication is still safe to administer to your child. most importantly check with your prescription health insurance to see if they cover a new prescription for damaged medications. if they do and the medication is affordable have your pharmacist call the health care professional for a new prescription.
how far in do i have to go in for an mri of spine,probably. all of the way inside the chamber so if you are claustrophobic (fear of small places) please ask your doctor for some mild sedation before your procedure. since i don't know the exact location of your problem on the spine i cannot be any more specific.
do certain foods help bacteria grow while taking antibiotics for strep throat?,hi if i'm right you need to wait till you have finished the course of antibiotics then take some acidophulus this will then get then good bacteria going again. do hope this helps. good luck
i have pernicious anaemia and require regular b12 injections not sure my doctor is doing it right?,thank you dr. darrag.
lower stomach is swollen and quite hard breasts swollen – is it serious?,hi. if you have got withdrawal bleed then seems unlikely to be pregnancy. such changes in breasts do occur due to hormonal changes due to pills. but still you cannot rule out pregnancy complete unless you get a ultrasound of abdomen and pregnancy test done. bhcg test will be more accurate. if these are negative then nothing to worry you can just take anti spasmodics thanks
is it safe to take inderal topamax imitrex hydrocodone limbitrol and yaz birth control for my migraines?,it is not uncommon to take birth control to help regulate hormone cycles preventative medications to prevent the onset of a migraine (topamax inderal limbitrol) and symptomatic relief medications (imitrex) all together. hydrocodone basically covers up the pain. to take three preventative medications along with everything else you listed does seem like a bit much. i would look at lifestyle modifications that you could possibly make in order to aid in the decrease of migraine frequency. i would also seek another medical opinion from a migraine specialist or neurologist to see if all these medications are necessary. keep in mind that a few of these medications have side effects of headaches which could be a trigger to worsen or cause your migraines.
food remedy for early ejaculation?,"there is no ""food remedy"" for premature ejaculation."
what are the risks of long term use of hormone replacement therapy?,the main concern with prolonged ht is an increased risk of breast cancer. the risk seems to be greater in women taking combined therapy (estrogen plus a progestogen) than in women taking estrogen alone. and it may be that starting ht right away after menopause is also associated with greater risk. the good news is that the risk returns to baseline within several years after stopping ht. you should also be aware that combined ht can make it more difficult to read your mammogram (both while you're taking hormones and in the first years after stopping). as a result you might be called back for additional views or biopsy of suspicious areas. right now most experts recommend limiting ht to several years. the nams 2010 ht position statement ( www. menopause. org/psht10. pdf ) suggests that longer use is acceptable for a woman if she believes that the benefits outweigh the risks (especially if she's had trouble stopping therapy). the other condition includes women with low bone mass or osteoporosis who cannot tolerate osteoporosis drugs. the one exception to limiting ht to a few years is the woman who has had premature menopause either because of natural failure of her ovaries or surgical removal. in that case most experts are comfortable advising you to continue ht at least until the age of natural menopause about age 50 at which time you can reassess. if you've been taking hormones for a very long time you might want to start by discussing a lower dose. many clinicians now prescribe half the dose we used to use.
i feel pain at the heart several times in a day?,hi this is not a heart issue this is either sever stress or lung pain or even acid reflux in my opinion you are experiencing non of heart related symptoms no reason to worry good luck
what are the most common food allergies in children?,of the 6% to 8% of children below school age who have a food allergy the majority are allergic to eggs milk and/or peanuts. milk allergies affect about 2. 5% of children egg allergies affect 1. 5% and peanut allergies about 1%. other food allergies that become more common as kids reach school age are allergies to wheat and soy shellfish fish and tree nuts.
will chiropractic treatment help hip pain caused by shingles?,it doesn't seem likely. shingles causes nerve pain but it's due to the viral infection. chiropractic treatment would help pain that is caused by nerves that are pinched by bones that are out of alignment. since the pain of shingles is a totally different cause a chiropractic treatment doesn't make sense.
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for bipolar disorder in childhood and adolescence?,there is no laboratory test to diagnose bipolar disorder. doctors make the diagnosis through a combination of: a medical history asking questions to help identify other past and present health conditions that could cause the symptoms. a family history to identify bipolar disorder other mood disorders or substance abuse problems in close relatives. (all of these conditions are linked to bipolar disorder. ) a physical exam which can rule out other conditions with similar symptoms (such as hyperthyroidism ). a mental health assessment which can help identify your child's current mental state and the severity of depression or mania. other written or verbal mental health tests. in young children the symptoms of mania are more than just being a bother to adults and other children now and then. for example many children can be silly and giggly to a point that it bothers their parents sometimes. this is not considered to be a sign of mania. but if a child is silly and giggly for several hours several times almost every day and this is interrupting the family's usual routine then it may be a symptom of mania. before prescribing medicine to treat bipolar disorder your doctor will check your child for possible suicidal behavior by asking a few questions. see a list of questions your doctor may ask your child. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
when should i call my doctor about female sexual function?,many women experience a problem with sexual function from time to time. however when the problems are persistent they can cause distress for the women and her partner and can have a negative impact on their relationship. if you consistently experience these problems see your doctor for evaluation and treatment.
is mri with contrast useful for endometrial issues?,there is likelihood of serum progesterone deficiency. et (endometrial thickness) 7. 7 indicates a luteal phase defect and spotting indicates irregular shedding. get a serum progesterone level test done. if low then cyclical progesterone would have to be started. for further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> <link>
i'm pregnant and not sure who's the father. lmp october 1 2014. i had sex with guy 1 october 13 and guy 2 october 14.,you're just going to have to get a paternity test. that's the only way you're going to be able to know at this point.
what is parkinson's disease?,parkinson's disease belongs to a group of conditions called movement disorders. the four main symptoms are: tremor or trembling in hands arms legs jaw or head. rigidity or stiffness of the limbs and trunk. bradykinesia or slowness of movement. postural instability or impaired balance. these symptoms usually begin gradually and worsen with time. as they become more pronounced patients may have difficulty walking talking or completing other simple tasks. not everyone with one or more of these symptoms has parkinson's disease as the symptoms sometimes appear in other diseases as well. parkinson's disease is both chronic meaning it persists over a long period of time and progressive meaning its symptoms grow worse over time. it is not contagious. although some parkinson's disease cases appear to be hereditary and a few can be traced to specific genetic mutations most cases are sporadic -- that is the disease does not seem to run in families. many researchers now believe that parkinson's disease results from a combination of genetic susceptibility and exposure to one or more environmental factors that trigger the disease. parkinson's disease is the most common form of parkinsonism the name for a group of disorders with similar features and symptoms. parkinson's disease is also called primary parkinsonism or idiopathic parkinson's disease. the term idiopathic means a disorder for which no cause has yet been found. while most forms of parkinsonism are idiopathic there are some cases where the cause is known or suspected or where the symptoms result from another disorder. for example parkinsonism may result from changes in the brain's blood vessels.
help my husbend cant remimber like he use to. he smokes tobacco and weed he stopped drinking over 4 months ago. and he is losing weight he has a new friend and the guy comes over every day and does not leave till late. then my husband has been real restless at night. he cant even remember where he put his wallet even just after 2 hours. he has adhd that he has had since he was a child and never med treated. other then that he is in good health.,there is really little that can be done over the internet other than to offer you some advice. i don't know your husband's complete medical history or have any way to medically evaluate his memory issues but he does have some obvious contributory factors: tobacco marijuana use poor nutrition (a guess) insomnia due to unknown factors and perhaps many many other issues. he will need to see a medical professional to start the evaluation process assuming you will be able to convince him to do so. encouraging him to give up tobacco and marijuana may be futile but at least you can try and work on him.
can being inoculated with growth hormone as a child eliminate a person from donating blood now and in the future? why?,i don't think that would be a problem but then again blood banks set their own rules. those human growth hormones have been long gone in your case so there is really no way that your blood would harbor any residuals in my opinion.
what are the most nutritious and healthy foods that are also good sources of quality protein?,"lean proteins from animals are excellent sources of quality protein with low amounts of saturated fat. these include lean beef chicken/turkey fish low fat milk/yogurt (greek yogurt contains more protein than regular yogurt) and eggs/egg whites. each item contributes important nutrition. for example lean beef and poultry are sources of iron and zinc fish contains omega-3 fatty acids (dha and epa) eggs are a good source of choline and milk and yogurt are chock-full of calcium. plant proteins considered ""high quality"" include soy the only vegetarian option that provides all the essential amino acids. but other sources of protein such as beans nuts and seeds are very healthy contain fiber and provide a good amount of protein. variety is best!"
my son is 6 years old. his skin is peeling. is it dangerous?,hi he seems to be allergic to something may be his soap. try changing the soap. give him vitamin supplements. apply moisturising lotions. consult a dermatologist. thanks
since late last year l have been complaining about my loss of appetite and consequently loss of weight?,hi loss of appetite can be due to abnormal liver functions or other digestive issues. get a usg abdomen with liver function tests done. get a complete hemogram with serum albumin:globulin ratio with serum electrolytes to rule out other causes. thank you.
i am experiencing bloody watery explosive bowel movements. could this be caused by adipex or by fedramine?,anytime that a pharmacist hears that there is blood in the stools i want to immediately tell people you need to get that checked out by a physician. many medications can cause things like diarrhea but not to the point that you should have blood in your stool. so as a pharmacist to this i am going to be like look you need to see the doctor right away and have it checked out. this could be some type of internal bleeding it could be nothing. but we want to make sure that we are safe and that the patient is being evaluated to find out what is the root cause and why did this happen?
shall i use mtp kit as my last period was before 43 days?,first you have to check urine for pregnancy. the pregnancy test will be positive from the next day after the missed periods. so you should get two lines if pregnant now. once confirmed have a scan to confirm the location of pregnancy. mtp (medical termination of pregnancy) kit will dislodge the pregnancy if it is intrauterine. so its location has to be confirmed whether inside uterus or not. unfortunately if it is in the tube then management is different. once intrauterine pregnancy is confirmed then you can use mtp kit any day sequentially. it is most effective up to 12 weeks of pregnancy earlier lesser the bleeding. you have a lot of time so do not be in a hurry. for further information consult an obstetrician and gynaecologist online --> <link>
i have hypothyroidism. i want to reduce weight. please advise me the diet and exercises.,your weight gain may be partially due to hypothyroidism. you may start with brisk walking for 20 minutes daily and gradually increase it to 45 minutes daily. please do not lift heavy weights at this age. this may cause more harm than benefit. try oats muesli brown bread egg whites for breakfast. lunch should be a complete meal with no ghee on rotis. dinner can be soup veggies with roti dalia(broken wheat) dal roti. do not be on empty stomach for more than 2 hours during day time or the time you are awake. take light snacks fruits juices shakes in between your meals. else your metabolism can slow down. please tell me how much thyroxine are you taking and your tsh level and medicine details so that i can see whether thyroid is not the cause of your problem. please note: not eating for long periods or being on empty stomach could slow down metabolism and potentially increase weight. already hypothyroidism itself slows down metabolism. so do not fast but eat little meals. definitely you will lose weight if you follow this. revert back to an endocrinologist online for further help --> <link>
how does scoliosis affect the immune system? . my daughter was born with spina bifida occulta. her cord is tethered but did not protrude or leave a whole at birth. after chronic pain she it was found at 3 yrs old. at 4 she was diagnosed with scoliosis the dr said it was attributed to the spina bifida. she also has severe asthma and allergies to food medications and pollen/dust/etc. how do these affect her immune system and why? . she is often absent from school and stays sick for longer periods of time.,scoliosis as an independent entity does not change the immune system it is just a developmental anomaly shared by many. this is not to say that your daughter does not have an immune problem due to something else so her doctor would be the best judge of this -- someone who knows her complete medical history. her allergies and asthma and some of the medications used to control it can certainly have an influence but not the scoliosis.
child anxiety-my son is almost 12. he has always been an anxious child. but the last month has been much worse. there is a 3 month wait for a child psychologist in my area. how can i help him in the meantime? he has very few friends he worries constantly that he will get sick he doesn't like to go out much. im at such a loss. i feel helpless. zoloft has not helped him in 4 weeks- at 25mg,hi her's a link from the uk's nhs its our health service here it may give you pointers as to his problem. <link> just copy link into google to the www. to open and read. his problem with getting ill has this by any chance come form you or somebody else in the family? it must be somebody close who has planted this seed and they have grown it so he now has this problem but as a young boy he needs to be out in the fresh air as much as he can being in and around the house all day is not good for him does he have friends to play with? if so get them round to help get him outside. also google natural ways out of anxiety there may be some help for him there just read through them pick out something to help him but don't mix them up just pick a rout that should help his problem. hope something here helps you and him. good luck
i have aneurysm of the left basilic vein doctor can perform an aneurysmectomy. need second doctor opinion?,hi if its been there for a decade and has not significantly increased in size then you should leave it alone. only if it becomes painful or dramatically increases in size then you can think of aneurysmectomy. wear compression bandages when you do heavy work or when you do sports. thanks
how are burns classified?,burns are classified based upon their depth. a first degree burn is superficial and causes local inflammation of the skin. sunburns often are categorized as first degree burns. the inflammation is characterized by pain redness and a mild amount of swelling. the skin may be very tender to touch. second degree burns are deeper and in addition to the pain redness and inflammation there is also blistering of the skin. third degree burns are deeper still involving all layers of the skin in effect killing that area of skin. because the nerves and blood vessels are damaged third degree burns appear white and leathery and tend to be relatively painless. burns are not static and may mature. over a few hours a first degree burn may involve deeper structures and become second degree. think of a sunburn that blisters the next day. similarly second degree burns may evolve into third degree burns. regardless of the type of burn inflammation and fluid accumulation in and around the wound occur. moreover it should be noted that the skin is the body's first defense against infection by microorganisms. a burn is also a break in the skin and the risk of infection exists both at the site of the injury and potentially throughout the body. only the epidermis has the ability to regenerate itself. burns that extend deeper may cause permanent injury and scarring and not allow the skin in that area to return to normal function.
"healthy 40 year old male. platelet count 124. normal bp all other numbers are normal. anything to be worried about? . 6'1"" 190 lbs. . 132 cholesterol. . somewhat active. . take 2 aspirin twice a week and two days before my last test. . . .","platelets are the blood cells that stick together to form clots and thereby stop bleeding. just to clarify your number i'm assuming you mean your platelet count is 124 000 because platelets normally number in the hundreds of thousands. that is a bit on the low side for a male your age. you'd be well-advised to follow up with your health care provider to make sure this doesn't require any additional investigation. it probably isn't significant but because platelets stop bleeding you don't want to ignore a low platelet count. by the way taking aspirin doesn't reduce your platelet count. aspirin makes platelets less ""sticky "" so they don't clump together. it's unclear to me if you take aspirin as a sort of regimen (that is on a routine basis whether you need it or not) or if you normally take a few aspirin every week for headaches muscle aches or that sort of thing. if you're taking aspirin as a regimen i would advise you to stop doing so unless instructed by a doctor. many people have heard taking aspirin routinely can be good for the heart (and that's true) but this sort of aspirin regimen should only be done under the supervision of a health care professional. wishing you all the best!"
can you use emergency contraception before sex? (ex. plan b). hello. i am doing a a health issue research paper (extra credit) that would be shared with the class if it is a well written and informed paper. i thought this would be an interesting question to propose. i know that some emergency contraception you can take up to 3 days after. however are there any statistics or studies or information about taking it before hand. thank you for your help in advance.,"that's a bit like going to have your appendix removed before you have appendicitis. it is sooo much easier (and more effective) to prevent an unintentional pregnancy that to take a hormone like plan b. remember that preventing conception is just one part of this equation. you also need std prevention and plan b will not to that. what should be done ""before hand"" is for the woman to be one an oral contraceptive (or another effective form of contraception) and insist that her partner use a condom 100% of the time/ if plan b was the answer then it would be called plan a."
treatment for scabs on butt? . i had a rash on my butt a while ago and now i have resulting scabs that won't go away. i had the rash a long time ago but the resulting scabs won't heal. i have tried using neosporin but it has not fully healed them. what can i do to treat this?,what you have can be caused by rash bacteria being spread to you by the following things: one person with the rash uses a towel and you use it or you wear the same clothes that the person with the rash is wearing. this can be healed by aloe cream or soap use while you are in or out of the shower. if the rash is extremely painful or if it does not go away you have to make sure you get to a doctor or seek medical attention. but the best thing for you to do is to use aloe especially if you have an acne rash on your wounded area. but you should know that these rashes are very contagious and if you come in contact with the infected area then you can get infected with the same rash.
what kinds of vegetables are good for heart health?,just about all vegetables help support a healthy cardiovascular system. veggies which contain deep dark pigments -- winter squash dark leafy greens broccoli kale tomatoes red peppers and carrots -- are good sources for antioxidant nutrients such as vitamin a and vitamin c and folate. these nutrients help protect the body's cells including cells in our heart and arteries. even white-colored vegetables such as onions and garlic contain important nutrients for heart health including a flavonoid called quercetin. most vegetables are also a good source of dietary fiber which is important for digestive health. one word of caution: dark green leafy vegetables such as collards kale and spinach are an excellent source of vitamin k which is important for the blood clotting mechanism. but if you're taking drugs such as coumadin or warfarin to prevent blood clots your doctor may advise you to avoid these kinds of vegetables. there are many vegetable which are good for heart such as carrot for vitamin a and a powerful antioxidants bell peppers which reduce homocysteine onions a rich source of sulphur-containing phytochemicals leafy greens are an better source of magnesium and many more.
i am 60 years old. on my left breast the nipple is sensitive when something rubs against it. what can i do?,assuming your mammograms have always been clear and your nipple isn't leaking any fluid this sensitivity may simply be due to dry skin. if you haven't already tried applying moisturizer to the nipple i'd suggest you do that. you also may try padding the nipple inside your bra with a piece of soft gauze to see if that helps. if the sensitivity persists or if the nipple gets red or crusty looking i'd suggest you see your primary health care provider. it is possible for cancers to arise in the nipple (this is called paget's disease of the nipple ) though it's not very common. hope this helps!
will herbal supplements enlarge my penis?,no. you are born a certain way based on your genetics. if you don’t like your genitals then choose different parents. if you’re fat down there then you can lose weight and improve the length of your penis but there is nothing you can do taking herbs will not improve your penile length weights on the end of your bed while you sleep will not improve it the vacuum devices that they sell will not do it. you are born with what you’re born with and rather than stress and fret about problems or perceived inadequacies you really should be focusing on ways of finessing what you’ve got to make yourself and your partners happy. what you can do is be healthy take care of yourself learn other techniques to enhance the relationship it’s not just all about penile length there’s other things that you can do during lovemaking that will enhance pleasure for the female partner if that’s what it’s all about. if it’s just simply wanting to feel proud in the shower in front of other guys then you just have to understand that that’s who you are that’s how you were born and rather than spending your energy and time focusing on what you don’t have focus on what you do have.
58 year old experiencing pressure and a heaviness in her legs?,hi cancer is not a possibility for sure. her body has been used to excedrin and stopping it has resulted in the pain. u can call it a kind of drug withdrawal symptom. once the procedure gets over you can start her on a low dose of excedrin and then she should be fine. thanks
using colostomy bag after hernia surgery after 7 days haven’t passed stools?,hi if laxatives have not help give her a rectal enema. there may be hard impacted fecoliths which need to be removed manually. get usg abdomen to rule out paralytic ileus. thanks
what causes lupus?,we don't know what causes lupus. there is no cure but in most cases lupus can be managed. lupus sometimes seems to run in families which suggests the disease may be hereditary. having the genes isn't the whole story though. the environment sunlight stress and certain medicines may trigger symptoms in some people. other people who have similar genetic backgrounds may not get signs or symptoms of the disease. researchers are trying to find out why.
is having dental work done at a dental college a good alternative if you don’t have good dental coverage?,it is a great alternative. each step is checked carefully by a licensed dentist instructor. they always back up their work.
what causes postpartum depression?,causes of postpartum depression. hormonal changes. after childbirth women experience a big drop in estrogen and progesterone hormone levels. thyroid levels can also drop which leads to fatigue and depression.
is dizziness a sign or symptom of parkinson's disease?,"dizziness is extremely common in pd and is a result of the condition itself pd medications and other medications. what typically happens is a patient has a long history of hypertension - or high blood pressure (bp) - and has been treated appropriately for many years before developing pd. the pd lowers bp a little. then he is started on levodopa or a dopamine agonist or other pd drugs and his bp drops further. in addition many men have difficulty with bladder control and begin to restrict their water intake. this creates a ""perfect storm"" for. faint[ing]. . treatment requires reducing the long-time hypertensive drugs increasing. fluid intake by at least 2 glasses of water per day and if not enough adding salt and medications to raise. bp. ."
how can i get rid of dark spots on my face?,once you have excluded medical causes there are multiple options to regain your even skin tone. a combination of glycolic aha and retinoid-based products along with a traditional topical skin care regimen for skin brightening will work. hydroquinone-based products work well. however there are other alternatives such as bearberry extract kojic acid licorice extract and niacin. these compounds will work toward brightening your skin and correcting your skin tone. the key is to work with a physician that is very familiar with your skin type and color because incorrect use of these agents can lead to further hypo- or hyperpigmentation.
how will diabetes affect my diet during pregnancy?,during pregnancy you and your health care provider should work together to adjust your diet. changing your diabetes diet during pregnancy will help you avoid problems with low and high blood sugar levels. your meal plan will also be adjusted to include more calories for your growing baby.
hiv symptom but negative test. i had unprotecetd oral sex with unknown person i ejaculated in his mouth. got all symptoms like fever night sweats sorethroat rashes ( its disappear next day )joint pain diarreah. after 5 month i got test. result was negative. but still have some symptoms. so i worried about it. is test 3 month is conclusive? . still i am worried. i dont know what should i do next? plz help me. am i inected?,keep in mind that hiv symtoms are really similar to symptoms from a lot of other ailments including colds flus and other things. also you don't get hiv symptoms right away after you are infected they take time to develop. also it's hard for a male to get hiv by receiving oral sex. many of your symptoms could be caused either by a regular cold or a simple case of the nerves. next time make your fun a little safer and you can save yourself a lot of stress and protect yourself from other things like herpes which you can get form oral sex. if you tested negative after 5 months you should be fine.
my ex-wife keeps messing with my sons dosage of his adhd medicine dextroamphetamine is that safe? . my ex-wife keeps messing with my sons dosage of his adhd medicine dextroamphetamine is that safe? she on her own says i dont think that he needs his second dose if he is not in school. so every few days she is changing up his dosage,"with his doctor's knowledge many parents can skip doses especially on weekends or late evenings so it is safe. she should not be increasing his dosage without the expressed ""okay"" from his doctor however."
how do the main osteoporosis medications differ?,the various medicines used to treat osteoporosis work in different ways. the various medicines used to treat osteoporosis work in different ways. bisphosphonates including drugs like actonel boniva fosamax and reclast work by blocking the effects of certain bone-destroying cells. in this way bisphosphonates can slow down bone loss and lower your risk of fracture. evista is a different sort of medicine called a selective estrogen receptor modulator or serm. it works by mimicking some of the effects of the hormone estrogen which has a beneficial effect on bone mass. other treatments are available. bone is constantly remodeling -- old bone is removed by cells called osteoclasts and new bone is laid down by cells called osteoblasts. calcitonin a hormone made within the thyroid gland inhibits bone removal by osteoclasts and promotes bone formation by osteoblasts. forteo a synthetic hormone may also help build bone mass by enhancing the actions of osteoblasts. prolia stops the bone-removing cells before they cause bone loss and is used to treat postmenopausal woman with osteoporosis.
what is the treatment for red sputum?,acute sinusitis should be treated with 10 days of amoxicillin and what you are having is acute on chronic sinusitis. i would suggest completing the course for next five days. continue the steaming and use saline nasal spray. do not blow your nose so hard. if the antihistamine is making your nose dry then do not use it use paracetamol for pain relief. allegra (fexofenadine) is a good medication but sometimes can cause nasal dryness. once the nasal dryness is cured you can also use nasal steroid that has fluticasone or use nasonex (mometasone) or nasacort (triamcinolone). use one spray in each nostril throughout the spring season. for further information consult an internal medicine physician online --> <link>
will xanax help with my stress. i am so stressed out i feel sick cant sleep cold sweats my neck burns my face is hot and i dont know what to do.,see your medical provider. yes xanax can help anxiety (your reaction to stress assuming this is what is causing your symptoms) but it will not help the underlying causes of stress.
i am about 8 weeks pregnant. is there anything i can take for congestion other than a saline spray and humidifier?,it would be safest for you baby if you do not take any over-the-counter information unless specifically prescribed or recommended by your ob/gyn. colds are common. annoying. and usually only last a week. over the counter cold medicines do not do anything to shorten the course of this viral illness. the saline and humidifier will help with your congestion and is totally safe and recommended.
how will the health care reform law impact our medicare part d insurance?,"health reform has helped to shrink the part d prescription-drug ""doughnut hole "" or the gap in part d coverage. you'll get a 52. 5% discount on covered brand-name drugs and 21% off generics until you've reached the end of the coverage gap and catastrophic coverage kicks in. the gap will continue to shrink over the years. the plans also now receive quality ratings so consumers can look for higher ranked plans."
can you become allergic by eating to much of a food?,no over-consumption of a food doesn't cause a food allergy. for common causes see this webmd article.
nurse prescribed 10 days of cefdinir had terrible drug reaction how can i stop this?,hi cefdinir does not seem to have caused an allergic reaction. you seem to have a sensitive gut mucosa. ibs is more likely. get endoscopy done. renal and liver function tests will give a clue. thanks
i have thin skin on my forearms. could it be hereditary and because of tanning as a teen?,thinning of the skin on your forearms can be attributed to a variety of reasons this includes a genetic predisposition weight loss and certain medications such as steroids (catabolic) can lead to thinning of the skin. also as we age the rate of collagen formation under our skin will decrease. this may also be a contributing factor to thin skin.
my six year old cut himself with rusty nail now cannot bend easily – is it tetanus?,tetanus is a generalised disease associated with painful sustained muscle spasms all over the body. it never occurs at a specific region of the body. you should not worry. he still may be having some pain in the finger. apply coconut oil and gentlyy massage the finger to release the painful spasms. encourage him to bend the finger slowly.
i am eight weeks pregnant and i have a cold. what medicine can i take?,there are not many choices when you are pregnant with a cold. as a pharmacist i would also need to ask you some additional questions about your exact symptoms. you can take acetaminophen for a fever/aches/pain. you can also use a saline nasal spray to help loosen sinus congestion and try running a vaporizer at night in the bedroom while you sleep. if your symptoms do not get better after a few days or you continue to run a fever contact your health care provider.
i had yeast infection doctor gave me pill it didnt work i used monasat 7 i am still in pain and discharge can it be std. i had discharge and pain i went to my doctor she gave me medicine for yeast infection it helped for a bit then it came back i spoke to her she said i should use i think monasat 7 i used it and it helped a bit. now every time after and during sex with my boyfriend my vagina burns and hurts sometimes there is a thick discharge. can it be a std? or another yeast infection?,"i don't have any way of knowing if your vaginal discharge is an std or not since i can't examine you look at the discharge under a microscope (or test it in a lab) nor do i know your sexual history (or your boyfriend's sexual history). the only thing you can do if your doctor's treatment is not working is to go back. be re-examined and be tested this time by a vaginal culture or smear. a person can have a yeast infection and ""something else"" so if you are worried about an std that ""something else"" will need to be specifically tested."
can a strep throat that was trated with antibiotics cause joint pain and swelling? . 29 year old female with sudden onset of swelling and painful joints. 2 weeks ago had strep throat treated with a shot in the urgent care center.,sorry you're dealing with this. i definitely would have these new symptoms checked out. there may be some cause/effect between the strep and the swollen painful joints or you may have developed something else entirely. at any rate the sudden onset of the symptoms you describe in an otherwise healthy young female is reason enough to seek medical care right away. your best bet is to return to the urgent care facility where you received the strep test and injection because they'll have your medical records at hand. normally i wouldn't advise someone who believes they have strep throat to seek urgent care. it's something that can be handled by a primary care provider. take care and best wishes!
i have the implanon rod and i am experiencing pregnancy symptoms. i have had the implanon rod for over a year now. my fiance and i always use protection but i feel that he may have waited too late to put one on at some point. i have gained weight my breasts are very tender and i stay tired. i also have headaches everyday. i am trying to figure out if i need to take a test. i have taken two in the past and they have been negative. am i making myself do this?,hi i'm putting a link at the bottom of this post some of the things your writing about are side effects of the stick well you read ut and see what you think. good luck <link>
what can i say to a friend while she is having an anxiety attack? . my friend has generalized anxiety disorder and she has panic attacks pretty often. once or twice a week typically and when it's the worst daily. they get bad and it's pretty scary. i was wondering what i can do/say to her that will stop the anxiety attack or make it less bad so she doesn't have to leave class. she has a fear of throwing up that's often what causes the panic attacks even when she just has a stomachache she freaks out. she is on treatment but it can only help so much.,"i had the same problem severely a few years ago (almost every day to the point that i had to retire early). i improved quite a bit years ago with the help of a service dog who could sense when i was about to have an attack and alert me to take anti-anxiety medicine before the attack happened. however what really helped me at first was to take prophylactic medication until my generalized level of anxiety decreased. (i did relaxation desensitization therapy and other relaxation methods like yoga but it wasn't until the attacks reduced that any of it helped. ) in the meantime the best thing you can do for your friend is to help her with a solution for her real fear - vomiting in public. encourage her to carry a plastic zip-loc bag in her purse (so if she does get sick she won't make a mess that others will have to deal with) and tell her if she feels that she is going to be sick in public you will help her get to a private place to be sick if necessary. there is also an over-the-counter medication called emetrol that will calm the vomiting reflex and allow her to relax and calm down. i still have occasional serious nausea attacks but i always carry at least water and sometimes diet soda to calm my stomach. (for what it's worth i think my extreme anxiety on the subject was caused by a kindergarten classmate who vomited all over me during nap-time. ) the fear of vomiting in public is not typical but it can be very debilitating - and it is much more difficult to treat than a fear of heights or claustrophobia. it is virtually impossible to do progressive desensitization for vomiting - it's kind of difficult to ""partially"" vomit then relax!"
i have cancer and i would like to know what stage 11a dukesb macbs means? . i have stage 11 colon cancer and i would like some info on my question what are my chances after having chemo?,hi look at this site <link> then look under jtcc staging system there a bit that covers some of your answer. good luck
how concerned should i be after having sex with a call girl? . i'm mostly concerned about having briefly performed oral on her (2-3 licks to the outside of her vagina). how concerned should i be? a lot a little not at all? enough to be tested? if so what should i get tested for? . this was a high end call girl i think (200$/hr. i assume that's high end. i'm not familiar with this territory though) in a large canadian city.,sex workers no matter what they charge have a higher incidence of sexually-transmitted diseases when compared to the general population. multiple partners infrequent testing and pre-existing stds that may not be obvious at the time of exposure are the greatest risks that one might encounter. whether you were exposed to one or more of the array of stds out there is anyone's guess. your concern should have been raised before seeking sexual contact with a prostitute but of course that is a bit too late now. testing may or may not reveal exposure or diseases in there incubation process but i think that it would be wise to be tested based on your level of worry over this incident.
how are genital warts associated with human papillomavirus treated?,the genital warts associated with human papillomavirus infection can be raised or flat. they can be small or large. colors vary including pink or flesh-colored. genital warts can appear on the cervix scrotum groin thigh anus or penis. treating the warts aggressively immediately after they appear is discouraged. they could still be emerging. repeat treatment would be needed later. hpv types 6 and 11 those associated with genital warts tend to grow for about six months then stabilize. sometimes visible genital warts go away without treatment. when treatment is indicated patients can get a prescription cream (podofilox or condylox and imiquimod or aldara) from their doctor to apply at home. in addition a doctor can remove the warts using various techniques. if the warts don't go away after six doctor-provided treatments the problem should be re-evaluated according to the american college of obstetricians and gynecologists.
can i have sex with a pregnant woman while taking valaciclovir?,hi it would really depend why you taken it? good luck
what would cause nightly chills and fever and then during the day the symptoms go away and return at night?,if you've been out of the country recently you may need to have a tuberculin skin test. tuberculosis can cause night sweats chills cough fatigue fever as well as other things or can be asymptomatic. the skin test isn't painful just a bit uncomfortable because they create a tiny blister under your skin and check it 48 hours later for a reaction. you might be taking medication that causes these side effects. best advice is to just go see your doctor to make sure you don't have any infections.
could i be pregnant after 5 months of a tubal ligation. first i want say i fell in that 1% category with my last child in 2011 with the ten year copper iud. i had my tubes tied 09/2013 i have been experiencing nauseous fatigue lastnite i noticed my breast swollen and real full as if a was getting ready to breast feed. my lmp was 1/25/2013 the breast is what has me questioning myself. my usual signs of starting my period is just bloating that's it. i'm 35 and have five children so i would know my body.,it would be highly unlikely unless the tubal ligation surgery was blotched or the tubes magically re-attached that you would be pregnant. many hormonal conditions can mimic certain pregnancy symptoms but it would be wise for you to see your women's health specialist so you can be properly examined and diagnosed. wow! you just told my story<positive_smiley> i had my tubes tied 17yrs ago. i had 4 other children at the time and my new boyfriend didn't think he could have children! wrong! i started feeling sick tired moody but i was having my period on time every month. i thought i had a tumor cuz when i laid on my back i could feel a large hard mass in my tummy. i decided to go see my doctor ( same dr. that did tubal) i was 5 months pregnant<positive_smiley> i had no idea! it was nothing like my other 4 pregnancies. the explanation the doctor gave was. i didn't wait the suggested 2 weeks to have sex ( only 9 days) and the tubes were soft and swollen so the egg slipped through. i don't know if that was possible or if he was just covering his bootie! but i have a beautiful 16 yr old daughter<positive_smiley> but now at 43 i'm having all the classic signs of being pregnant again!
during work out or a hot a summer day temporary red vesicles appears on my skin and they itches until disappears. why? . basically whenever my body temperature goes up i get several red vesicles/rash like thing on my arm back neck and some other part of my body. doesn't have to be exposed to sun it just happens. how can i prevent it?,"you are most likely getting urticaria (hives). hives can be caused by the temperature change that you mentioned. you can try taking a long-acting antihistamine before these warm season exposures (loritidine zyrtec allegra) to see if it helps. urticaria caused by temperature changes may not be prevented by antihistamines however but it is worth a try. keeping your skin surface cooler would also seem to be a reasonable preventative; wearing clothing that ""breathes""."
how successful are today’s vasectomy reversals?,with advances in technique the microsutures the instruments that we use the magnification and scopes pre and post-operative care we can achieve fertility in 90 to 95 percent of the men after they’ve had a vasectomy and as far out as 42 years after they’ve had a vasectomy. does it matter how old or archaic your vasectomy was? not at all. it’s not the technique of the vasectomy that’s important. it’s not even the number of years since your vasectomy. it really is dependent on two factors. one is the skill and expertise of the microsurgeon does he or she know what they are doing and can do it well as well as female factors. if you fall in love with a 25-year-old who’s demonstrated prior fertility things are probably going to be great. you don’t need that much. on the other hand if you fall in love with a 54-year-old woman who is going through menopause then you’re going to have a real hard time with conception no matter how good the surgeon is. so it’s female factor and skill and expertise of the microsurgeon are the major factors in determining the success of the reversal.
whenever i gargle be it mouthwash or tap water i am overcome with a choking feeling and end up vomiting. . up until a few years ago i was an avid mouth wash user properly to point out (swish gargle spit then rinse with a swish of water). recently whenever i go to rinse my mouth be it with mouthwash or even tap water i am overcome with a choking sensation and i end up gagging and sometimes vomiting. i am at a loss as to why the gagging and nausea sets in. . . no respitory issues intestinal issues fatigue fever rapid weight issues etc. virtually a-1 shape.,i've used mouth wash before also. i also get a choking feeling and sometimes throw up a bit. & it's pretty often too. i think it's normal. it probably happens because the mouth wash is too close to your throat in ur mouth. so yeah lols
under the affordable care act do i give up any rights. will the affordable care act force me and my family to give up any rights and or make decisions for me or my children with out my consent.,the affordable care act is designed to increase americans' access to health benefits not strip them of any existing rights or make decisions for families without their consent. this law guarantees for the first time insurance coverage to all americans. you can no longer be denied access to insurance because of a pre-existing health condition. the law also offers financial assistance to help people better afford coverage.
weight and anti depressants. i've been taking paxil 20mg then increased to 25mg for over a month and i started gaining weight. i exercise regularly and eat right but still gaining what should i do?,hi weight gain is a side effect of this drug paxil you should consider coming off it and see how your weight goes for a month. but you would also need to see your doctor and tell him why you have or your coming off the drug. this is only a considered opinion. good luck ps google natural ways out of depression you may find a better drug free way.
am i pregnant or just paranoid? . i'm on birth control and had my period like normal 2 days after i had unprotected sex (26 days ago). period is to start this wednesday and i'm worried. i've taken 4 tests and all have been negative. i know you should wait until you've missed a period but i heard if it's 15+ days after sex you should get an accurate answer. just last night i've been having pretty uncomfortable period-like cramps in my lower pelvic region. i also tested negative today and my period starts in 4 days.,hi so from what your saying this was before your last period then no your not as your bc pill packs run in 28 day cycles but then that's what you on the bc pill for protection? yes time to stop stressing perhaps it just you body getting ready for your next period or its a hormones a bit out of whack. good luck
does phillips' laxative contain aspirin?,phillips' milk of magnesia only contains magnesium hydroxide as the active ingredient. this product does not contain any aspirin.
both my 5 yo ( lt. side) and 8 yo (bilat) girls have red swollen nipples no visable insect bites or break in skin. both my daughters were co discomfort around breast. my 5 yo girl lt. nipple is red swollen tender my 8 yo girl bilat nipples are red swollen and tender. no break in skin visable. i am puzzled since both my girls have symptoms. no recent change in product. no other rashes on skin anywhere. the only new exposure to anything on skin is swimming in pool. i could think of numerous causes if it was only one of them. but both?,how big are their nipples? perhaps it's time for them to start wearing some sort of bra. how much exercise do they regularly get? i'm a guy and i'm in pretty great shape but if i run for a few hours a day every day after taking several weeks off my nipples can get sore from my shirt. i imagine it could be the very same problem for a very young girl depending on how much and what type of exercise they're getting.
i was treated for chlamydia but had protected sex one day after treatment. should i retest?,hi if you had protected sex you should be ok as long as you were not exposed to anything else again your ok. do hope this helps. good luck
i've noticed a lot of loose skin around my knees and in the front of my legs. what can be done? i'm on my feet at work.,loose skin around the knees may be part of the natural aging process. extreme weight loss may lead to excess skin. these issues may be addressed by a plastic surgeon. excess sun exposure is the no. 1 cause of premature aging and wrinkling of the skin. if you suffer from chronic swelling around your knees compression garments and support hose may be beneficial.
my son was bitten by a spider and now it is red and swollen but doesn't hurt him. what should i do? . the swolleness is the size of an orange but does not hurt him. he doesn't have hives or fever. should i take him to see his pediatrician?,take him asap. i was bitten when a teenager in the bend of elbow. had a bubble full of puss. had to have it lanced. seeped puss for days.
how rapidly should one's body fat composition change with diet and exercise?,"you can expect on average to lose 1% to 3% of your body fat per month but the range of loss varies widely between individuals because there are so many variables that affect body composition including age gender amount of body fat and muscle mass that you start with and a myriad of hormones that control how efficient your body is at storing fat and metabolizing it. unlike body weight where no more than two pounds per week of loss is recommended there are no standards or guidelines for how quickly to lose body fat or gain muscle because there hasn't been enough research to determine a healthy body fat percentage. you should also know that when you lose weight as much as 25% of the lost weight could be muscle. that is you could lose 25 pounds of muscle if you lose 100 pounds. the principle problem in terms of weight loss with losing so much muscle is that muscle is the metabolically active ""organ"" in your body that burns most of the calories and so losing it could slow down your weight- and fat-loss efforts. in fact losing muscle is one of the factors involved in weight-loss plateaus. the good news is that studies show that aerobic and resistance exercise can prevent muscle loss by as much as 8% and 20% respectively if you do it consistently three or more times per week. measuring body composition during weight loss is objective data that could prove as important as measuring weight. a bioelectric impedance (bia) scale can help you do that. bia scales estimate body fat by sending a very weak (and safe) electrical signal through your body and then measuring the resistance to the signal created by your body fat. fat is a poor conductor of electricity and so the more fat you have the more resistance there is. there is a 3% to 5% error possible with bia that depends on your hydration status time of last meal last round of exercise amount of alcohol in your system and some medications (for example diuretics). the error can be even higher than 5% so be sure to follow the manufacturer's guidelines to obtain the most reliable estimate. you can find bia scales online."
my wife’s latest ultra sound shows 4 cysts in her ovary what are chances for (ivf) in vitro fertilization?,well generally pcos and blocked fallopian tube are indications for ivf and with good success rates however the ability to get an egg through ovulation should be examined the quality of the egg matters. reproductive hormonal assay and sonohysterography to assess the endometrial cavity of your uterus. presence of polyps fibroids or scaring inside the uterus can significantly reduce the probability of implantation. if any polyps fibroids or scaring are found their removal would require a simple outpatient procedure by your ob/gyn or a specialist.
is it safe to take ibuprofen with vicodin? or is tylenol safer?,please do not take tylenol ( acetaminophen ) with vicodin (hydrocodone-apap) because vicodin contains tylenol already. it is very easy to exceed the maximum daily limit of acetaminophen by combining these two drugs. and high doses of acetaminophen may lead to liver damage. if the hydrocodone isn't controlling your pain i'd suggest you speak with your health care provider. from a pharmacology standpoint there's no harm in combining ibuprofen with hydrocodone but ibuprofen is a blood thinner. so if you're taking hydrocodone to control post-surgical pain for example your doctor may not want you taking a blood thinner like ibuprofen. also your health care provider may not want you taking ibuprofen based on other medications you currently take your past medical history and many other factors. so in a nutshell i'd suggest you simply put a call in to your provider for guidance on what medications are safe for you to take for pain control. wishing you all the best! vicodin which is a combination of acetaminophen (the active ingredient in tylenol) and hydrocodone. long-term effects on the body from products that contain acetaminophen can lead to severe liver damage and liver failure. gallus detox center is a private inpatient medical detox facility that specializes in iv therapy medical detox. if you have questions about our facility or detox method please call us at 855-338-6929.
painful periods followed by abdominal pain and discharge. my periods last for 5 days but always first 3 days are painful with heavy bleeding followed by abdominal pain which lasts for 4 days followed by vaginal discharge(white odorless and without itching/burning) till next period. . me and my husband are monogamous never had sex with any one else and both of us are std free. i am 38 mother of 3 kids. . advise please.,thank you nohard for the info. my periods are mostly(90%) regular and never experienced the post menstrual blood neither have any disease or implants nor on the birth control pills. so uterine incapacity hormonal imbalance or uterine cysts and disease may not be the cause. almost 2 yrs ago gyna prescribed my a 14 days course of metronidazole and told me every thing is ok and nothing to worry about. but i am not satisfied as the pain during(first 3 days) and after periods(for 4 days) are severe. also first 3 days of period are always with heavy bleeding. should i ask my gyna to prescribed a test? if yes please recommend.
"i'm 14 1/2 and still dont have my first period! help! . i'm 14 1/2 and still don't have my first period. i have had all the signs and have been expecting it to come any day for a year and 1/2 or more. i'm 5' 1"" and 100 pounds. i'm not that active. i have been developing beasts for mabey a little more than 3 years have had discharge for maybe 1 1/ 2 years i have had ""hair down there"" for about 1 1/2 years and i wear a bra size 32/34b. what should i do?",what should you do? you may need to wait a bit longer. some young women can have their first period delayed to age 16 and this is considered normal. just because all of your friends may be having their period does not really apply to you. you are well into puberty so the hormones are doing their job in the other departments. just not your menstrual cycle. yes there can be medical reasons so it would be appropriate for you to see a gynecologist (women's health expert) for a brief examination and perhaps a blood test.
can sweetners react to stomach ulcers,i am not aware of sweeteners (sugars or artificial sweeteners) causing problems for stomach ulcers. that being said too much alcohol can make them worse. the key is finding out the cause of the stomach ulcer and getting the proper treatment. here is more about how diet can help.
i had a snowboarding accident i’m always either in pain or dull and achy- am i cursed?,hi no you are not cursed you are being tested by god… it seems you are doing everything in order and doing your best in the treatment you have to be patient and do your physiotherapy but try getting good hydrotherapy for the strength of your shoulder and lower limb muscles eat well vitamin b rich foods ask your physiotherapist to teach you postural correction exercise and maintain a right posture of your pelvis and back.
i take 10 mg of prozac but am supposed to go to 20 mg. will sexual side effects increase greatly if i go up to 20 mg?,not necessarily. while it is possible to experience more side effects with higher doses not everyone does. the only way to know is to try the medication at the higher dose and see how you react.
i have on my penis and testicles a total of what looks like three blackhead pimples. is this possible?,blackheads (comedones) can occur on any skin surface. since the penis and scrotum are covered with skin you can certainly get them in this location.
can my 11year old have a period for a day,most helpful answer yes an 11 year old child can have a menstrual flow. even for a day assuming she has reached sexual maturity (breast development public hair etc. ) but keep in mind that there may be other sources of bleeding to consider such as vaginal trauma straddle injuries rectal bleeding etc.
what are the symptoms of bacterial vaginosis?,many women (about 85% of those affected) with bacterial vaginosis actually have no symptoms. when symptoms do occur vaginal discharge and odor are the predominant symptoms. usually there are no other symptoms. the amount of vaginal discharge that is considered normal varies from woman to woman. therefore any degree of vaginal discharge that is abnormal for a particular woman should be evaluated. some women may experience an unpleasant fishy odor with vaginal discharge. the discharge is usually thin and grayish white. the discharge is often more noticeable after sexual intercourse.
dr. moser. can i get c diff from having oral sex and my husband has rotten teeth? . my doctors can figure it out. i havent been on antibotics or been in a hospital or nursing home. i am an avid hand washer. i did have a cat scan and it showed inflammation and uspecified colitis. am awaiting a colonoscopy at this time until swelling and finished with antibiotics. any info especially if having the oral sex and my husband has rotten teeth in his mouth could have contributed would be greatly appreciated.,hi have a good read of this from earth clinic there is some very sound info and why antibiotics are not working now. the link <link> just copy link into google to open and read your also find this very interesting all on your p[roblem. the link <link> just copy link into google to open and read. do hope you find some help. good luck
"i recently had unprotected sex with an iv drug user what should i expect my dr. to do? . my dr. treated me with flagyl and zithromax but skipped over the blood work saying he thinks ""i will be fine"" it seems that i should be tested for hiv/aids hepatitis c and other things of which could affect my health. should i seek out an alternative health care provider?",why in the world would you choose to have unprotected sex with an iv drug user? do you drive without seatbelts and keep your eyes closed? this was a very stupid thing to do and yes you should be tested for just about every std. you can go to one of the county std clinics if you have one in your area or ask your doctor to test you for hiv syphillis and hepatitis. you are right to be concerned.
lumps on breasts thoracic spine and shoulder blades sore could i have breast cancer?,symptoms that you are complaining of may or may not be signs and symptoms of breast cancer so you need to check with a specialist and get a mammogram as soon as you can as i said they may be carcinogenic lumps or just adenofibrosis due to some hormonal disorders
can you be allergic to mold in your food?,a person can have an allergic reaction to just about anything. so that would include food or molds.
if i have miscarried in the past couple of days can i still get a positive pregnancy test reading? . 2 weeks ago i found out that i was pregnant by using 2 home tests. 4 nights ago i suddenly felt a rush of blood it was so much that it soaked thru my pants. i have been having lite bleeding every day since then. i took another home test last night the results were inconclusive. i just took another one and it was positive. can the test still read positive even if im not pregnant anymore?,yes it can.
i have horrible pain along my right leg?,i am afraid it’s sciatica u need to visit aphysiotherapist
can bipolar medications cause tooth decay?,bipolar medications can increase tooth grinding which wreaks havoc on the system and dry mouth which allows bacteria to run wild and cause decay and gum and bone disease. there are preventive measures that you can discuss with your dentist to address this problem like chewing xylitol gum or using fluoride gels or salivary stimulants.
does my 18 year old daughter have to take the insurance her employer offered her. she just became a full time employee. she is covered on my insurance. she is a full time student and employee. the odd thing is the insurance she was just offered is with the same company i have insurance with. regardless of the outcome will she need to apply/buy insurance from the marketplace?,your daughter does not need to buy new insurance. she can either stay on your plan and make no change or choose instead to be covered by her employer's plan. the best thing to do is to evaluate both plans to determine which provides better coverage for her needs at the best price. and remember just because two plans are offered by the same insurance company doesn't mean they provide the same benefits.
my 10yr old son has patches on his back and stomach. it may be ring worms?,com it is likely tinea corporis fungal infection… using over the counter antifungal creams can help.
feel bloated tired and my uterus hurts when i walk. and i haven't had my period for two months. could i be pregnant?,hi yes you could that's if you have been having unprotected sex and not on any kind of bc so the best thing is to pop off and see your nice kind doctor and get a test done there and be examined he or she will know if you are. hope this helps you. good luck
i had 4stents implants and a filter 2 months ago. now my period is 21 days later. could i be pregnant? . i had 4 stents implants and a filter 2 mths ago. now i'm 21 days later for my period. could be pregnant? . negative pt a week ago hmp.,hi it could be that your just having a skipped/missed period. but you could also go to your doctor for a test but sometimes that could also come back negative and still be pregnant? its a real mystery why but it can happen. are you having any other symptoms? good luck
late period sick for almost 2 weeks used protection before period was expected am i pregnant or just paranoid? . im underaged ive been cramping but no signs of period,hi so from what you saying you are under 18? yes but by how much? its quite a common thing for your age to have skipped or missed periods could go on for 6 months or the only other way would be see your doctor for a pregnancy test if you can do that without mum being there? or an hpt. you say you had protected sex at any other time have you not? at any time has your b/f sperm got anywhere near your vagina? seems that you are sexually active then do you think its about time you was on some kind of bc i would see you doctor on this. it would save all this stress your putting on yourself. do hope this helps you. good luck
can a 10 month old baby sleep on a teddy bear? . my baby is now 10 months old and loves this giant teddy bear that she has. is it safe for her to be napping on it? she is always supervised when lying on the bear but i just wanted to make sure she is safe.,as long as she is supervised and as long as there is absolutely no chance of an accidental suffocation she may be able to sleep with her bear. although i do not know the size of this stuffed animal or the ability of your child to extricate herself from a heavy toy that may compromise her airways. personally children are safer with smaller toys to cuddle smaller blankets and no pillows.
i developed blisters that have grown and it’s getting worse day by day?,fungal dermatitis is the most likely diagnosis. apply anti fungal creams for 10 days. if this does not help consult a dermatologist
sour odor between crotch the remains there even after using canesten and other perscribed anti-fungal drugs help! . i'm a 28 year old male previous smoker (quit 2 years ago) moderate drinker have quit coffee and drastically reduced wheat products and diary. have been to several doctors to complain about the odor but everytime i see them the odor is less noticiable that its almost not ther however i can small it around me as it seeps through my cloths and everyone in my office holds and/or rubs their nose when in my precense. i've taken several anti-biotic perscription drugs before but nothing helped.,most helpful answer normal 0 false false false microsoftinternetexplorer4 most body odors that occur in sweaty areas (groin armpits etc. ) are due to bacterial overgrowth not a fungus. i don’t know if you are a male or female but you may want to try a good antibacterial soap during a shower dry carefully and spray this area (avoiding the sensitive “parts” of course) with an anti-perspiring / deodorant spray just like you would use in your armpits. controlled perspiration would go a long way in controlled a disagreeable odor. if you are female malodors can originate from the vagina. if you are male the area under the scrotum is often the culprit. wear looser under-clothing especially at night and allow this area to breathe a bit.
my 6 month old has an ear infection. i have to take for 3rd time on tuesday to the doctor to see if it went away. i took him for the first time on december 6th and the again on december 13 before he finshed his 10 day treatment which would have been on started but their was no progres and i have to take him again on tuesday after a 5 day treatment.,the last five day treatment is probably azithromycin - an antibiotic that you take for five days but stays working for ten. this drug is convenient to take but many of the pathogens that cause middle ear infections in children are now resistant to it. the first drug was probably amoxicillin. your son may need something else assuming the infection is a bacterial type. many ear infections are viral. a child under six months who is getting ear infection is more likely to be a frequent-flyer of sorts. they may end up getting lots of them and often end up getting tubes. a child in day-care or one exposed to tobacco smoke is likely to get more ear infections. a child who was not or is not breat fed will also get more. the next step may be to see an ent specialist for a consultation. if your child has middle ear fluid that has been persistent the ent may recommend tubes.
are there air borne allergies to shellfish? . can someone who has allergies to shellfish be affected if shellfish is present in the room?,this would be highly unlikely. it is the ingestion of shellfish in an allergic person that is the real culprit. just having shellfish present in the room should not be an issue.
i have a hard bump on the up side of the left foot it use to hurt but not anymore it could be from trauma but i am not sure i am worried because i do not remember if i hit my foot or not when i rub my feet i feel like a little mountain really hard.,current medical status: a bump on my left foot not sure if because of trauma or shoes current medical treatment: norvasc “a hard bump” on the upper side of the foot is generally considered as a tumor that could originate from the skin subcutaneous fat tissue or underlying tissues (muscles tendons joints bones blood vessels…). you could consult a plastic surgeon about this “bump”.
what causes infertility in women?,there are number of causes that can lead to infertility in females. starting from the hormonal imbalance resulting in anvoulation (no egg release from ovaries) menstrual irregularities pcos impaired endometrial health are some of the major conditions responsible female infertility.
ekg says there was “moderate right axis deviation. ” “normal sinus rhythm with marked sinus arrythmia. ”?,hi right axis deviation in ekg means a high amplitude recording on right side of the heart chambers. having only right axis deviation is not significant enough to label you as having a major heart disease unless its accompanied by other positive findings. get a 2-d echo to confirm and get a second opinion from a cardiologist to be on a safer side. thanks
how do i keep track of my medical information?,becoming educated about breast cancer and your care can be confusing especially with any doctors and other health care providers involved. here are some tips for keeping track: do not be afraid to ask your doctor nurse or other health care provider to repeat any instructions or medical terms that you don't understand. your providers should always be available to answer your questions and address your concerns. make use of resources and support services offered by your hospital and in the community. learning more about your disease will help you feel more comfortable with your treatment. ask your family and friends to help you sort through the information you receive. talk with other patients and families about breast cancer and its treatment.
what is the difference between a stroke and a subdural hematoma?,this is an excellent question! i can understand why this distinction could be confusing to some people because both stroke and a subdural hematoma involve bleeding inside the skull. however the two conditions are very different. in the simplest terms stroke involves bleeding inside the brain; a subdural hematoma involves bleeding outside the brain. when a stroke occurs a blood vessel within the brain tissue either ruptures or becomes blocked. this in turn deprives an area of brain tissue from receiving the oxygen-rich blood it needs to survive. stroke can occur without warning and often includes one or more of these symptoms : one-sided body weakness numbness or loss of function slurred speech trouble finding the right words sudden vision changes sudden balance changes severe headache a subdural hematoma on the other hand occurs in the tissues that surround the brain. many people don't realize the brain is wrapped in several layers of tissue for protection. first comes the scalp; then the bone tissue of the skull; then a tough fibrous layer of tissue called the 'dura mater;' then a webby layer called 'arachnoid' tissue; and lastly a delicate tissue-paper like layer called the 'pia mater. ' the brain itself lies below all of these layers of tissue. a subdural hematoma is a blood clot that forms due to a bleed that occurs below the dura mater and above the arachnoid tissue. a bleed can occur here due to trauma such as a concussion or other head injury. a subdural hematoma can cause pressure inside the skull to rise compressing delicate brain tissue and causing cells to die. it is a medical emergency that requires a procedure called a craniotomy to remove the blood clot and relieve swelling and pressure inside the skull. keep in mind i have greatly simplified the anatomy in this description. but i hope it helps you better understand how a stroke is different from a subdural hematoma!
what are mini-warts?,you probably [don't] know much about mini warts (or technically speaking molluscum contagiosum). every summer parents bring their kids in with curious little “rashes” that just don’t seem to go away. they are tiny firm raised flesh-colored bumps that often show up in the armpit the back of the knees the trunk the forearm or the inner thigh. (the only place they don’t show up are the palms and soles. ) so what are they? a virus. yes these tiny warts are caused by a virus. and yes that means they are contagious. they spread from person-to-person by direct contact with the spots. and kids can spread them around their own bodies by scratching and picking at them. the spots are kind of itchy but they are really more of a nuisance than a serious health issue. kids with eczema tend to have more problems because the itchy spots lead to scratching which leads to eczema flare-ups. if left alone the molluscum eventually goes away. but “eventually” can mean 6 months or 4 years. molluscum isn’t just a summer virus but i do see more kids with it after spending their summer in the swimming pool. studies looking at the ability of the virus to spread in a chlorinated pool have been inconclusive thus far. thus there are no regulations restricting kids from public swimming pools when they’ve got those spots. (besides the fact that one in 10 kids would have to stay out of a pool if there was a rule… that’s how common molluscum is! ) the molluscum virus also seems to spread through non-chlorinated water (like your bathtub). if one of your kids has molluscum do not let him share a bath or a drying off towel with your other kids. about 40% of kids with molluscum will spread it to their sibling. if you want to get rid of the molluscum before they decide to go away on their own i suggest speaking to your child’s doctor or consulting a dermatologist. there are a variety of methods none of which is 100% successful or pain-free. so you should consider the options before proceeding.
are there any over-the-counter appetite suppressants that are effective and safe?,none of the over-the-counter appetite suppressants are approved by the fda. therefore we cannot determine if they are safe or effective. all of them are supplements which means they are not regulated the same way medications are and there is no guarantee of what is actually in them.
why can't i beathe at full lung capacity and my mucus is extremely thick? . i feel as if there is something blocking my air way at tmes and get a drowning sensation especially in the mornings when i wake.,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. it's always scary when we feel as if we can't breathe! i'd recommend you see a doctor about this. you didn't say what your age is but many conditions can cause the symptoms you describe -- and some of them are more common at older ages. only a physical examination by a health care professional can help get to the cause of this and treat it appropriately. i hope you're able to see a doctor soon and get to the bottom of this unpleasant situation!
i am ballet dancer have slightly fractured ankle should i have surgery?,for your profession twisting stress is more over ankle. once operated upon the ankle joint won’t regain its full strength. so its better to avoid surgery. go for conservative line of treatment.
hpv vaccine please help! asap. i have had the hpv vaccine but i have also had sex with someone who has hpv since then. like a little over two years ago. but i have been tested at least two or three times in the last two years and every time it has been negative. my boyfriend of right at two years now has hpv. is it possible that i gave it to my current boyfriend from my exposure to it with my previous sexual partner? even though i don't have it?,i guess anything is possible when you deal with humans but your current boyfriend most likely acquired hpv from one of his previous partners. not you. since you do not have hpv you cannot carry it to other people.
what should i do about diarrhea lasting more than a week? . along with diarrhea i have severe stomache pain that spreads to my back and i feel weak and have no energy.,i'm sorry you're going through this. it sounds miserable! my initial reaction is that you should make an appointment to see a medical professional. diarrhea (by which i mean mostly watery stool with little to no solid waste in it) lasting longer than a week is not normal for an adult. usually if diarrhea is caused by food poisoning it resolves within a few days. the pain you describe in conjunction with the diarrhea also is concerning. while i'm not suggesting you have any type of life-threatening condition i would suggest you make an appointment with your primary care provider as soon as possible. meanwhile it's crucial for you to drink plenty of fluids. because your diarrhea has been going on for so long you might also want to sip a sports drink like gatorade. dehydration might explain why you feel so weak. i wish you all the best in finding out what's causing this problem!
is ebola a blood virus. is ebola a blood born virus,"yes it is. the full name of the disease is "" ebola hemorrhagic fever. "" it is a blood-borne virus that can only be transmitted from person to person through direct contact with bodily fluids. while the virus ""lives"" in the blood so to speak it also is present in other body fluids such as saliva. the chances of getting ebola in the united states are very very small. you cannot catch ebola from casual contact with another person such as touching their hair. people infected with the ebola virus can only pass the virus to another person while they have active symptoms such as a fever. if you live in the united states you need not worry about catching ebola. wishing you well!"
i had thyredectomy for papillary thyroid cancer 3 years ago?,hi my opinion you have no recurrence and it was a wise choice lowering your dose i see no reason to worry good luck
can you get metal poisoning from a knee replacement? . i had a knee replacement in 2005. i then had extensive blood work that showed a nickel allergy that was off the chart. my surgeon then did my second knee replacement without using nickel in the joint. i have never had relief in either knee. now i have all the symptoms of metal poisoning. could that be what is wrong with me? if that could be it what would the treatment be? thanks,knee and hip replacements consisting of metal-on-metal may cause a condition called metallosis. this side effect happens when rubbing of the metal implanted surfaces results in chromium and cobalt particles accumulating in the blood stream to toxic levels (some cobalt & chromium is normally found in the blood stream to carry-out routine cellular actions). the recommended treatment for metallosis is a complete surgical revision (removing the implant and installing a new implant) of the knee or hip.
how to pay for medical procedures if i am a foreigner without insurance. i have a 65 year old aunt from india who just had emergency surgery done in the us. the problem is that she doesn't have insurance and does that mean as her sponsors us are left with the bill? is there any way to get help from the government or medicare? thanks.,i recently had emergency medical care in austria. it was my responsibility to pay the bill. i do have u. s. insurance but have yet to receive reimbursement. in your aunt's case with emergency surgery she may be considered among the multitude of uninsured. i am pleased that we live in a country where someone. a visitor. without insurance or the means to pay can get professional care that may be life-saving. i don't believe that her sponsors are financially responsible but i am not an attorney. i would suggest that she speak with the billing department of the hospital for some advice and assistance in this matter. since she is not a u. s. citizen and a taxpayer i can't imagine that she would be qualified for medicare after the fact but hospitals often have creative financial solutions. the good news is that your aunt received care.
does cancer really skip a generation? . my grandmother had breast cancer that eventually spread to her brain and she ended up passing away. someone told me that cancer skips a generation. is that true?,no. this statement is not true.
"is it possible to experience a staph infection 13 days post vein injection for ""spider"" veins? (sclerotherapy)",i don't have an answer for your specific question but i can give you some general information about staph infections. staph infections are caused by staphylococcus bacteria. these bacteria often reside on the skin or inside the nose or mouth of otherwise healthy people. usually these bacteria cause no problems. when the skin is broken however these germs can get into the tissue and cause an infection. any break in the skin such as a scratch presents an opportunity for staph to invade. many staph infections remain confined to the skin. these usually can be treated easily with oral antibiotics. in more severe cases staph bacteria can get into the bloodstream and cause serious symptoms. these cases usually require hospitalization and treatment with intravenous antibiotics. if you experienced a staph infection after undergoing a procedure you should ask your doctor if the two things are related. i am not familiar with the risks involved with sclerotherapy. it is quite possible staph infection is a known risk of that procedure although doctors and support staff take every precaution to disinfect the skin prior to cutting or penetrating it in any way. your question brings up a great topic which is always ask about infection risks prior to any medical procedure no matter how minor. these days infection is always a risk when you undergo a procedure that punctures the skin. it is wise to understand all the risks before a procedure so you can weight them against the potential benefits. wishing you well!
is tylenol the only safe over-the-counter pain-reliever during pregnancy? is tylenol pm safe?,this is a great question. tylenol pm is actually not recommended in pregnancy because of the fact that not only does it contain tylenol but it contains an antihistamine like benadryl or diphenhydramine. and that's really not recommended for use in pregnant moms. so you want to avoid that. tylenol is actually the safest pain-reliever to use in pregnant women but i want to make sure that you use it for short-term used only. and if you are going to take it make sure you check it out with your doctor first. and if you have any questions come and ask us.
what increases the risk of getting chickenpox varicella?,you are at risk for chickenpox if you have not had chickenpox or the vaccine and you: live with someone who has chickenpox. work or play indoors for more than 1 hour with someone who has chickenpox. are in the hospital and share a room with someone who later develops chickenpox or are cared for by a staff member who later develops chickenpox. have an impaired immune system. your risk of getting chickenpox is especially high if you are exposed to a household member with chickenpox because of the close contact. in addition you may develop a more severe case than the person who infected you. chickenpox is most contagious from 1 to 2 days before the rash appears until the blisters have dried and formed crusts. some people also are at increased risk of developing complications from chickenpox such as newborns teenagers adults-especially pregnant women-and those with impaired immune systems. after you have had chickenpox or the vaccine you become immune to the virus. it is possible that you may have a slight reaction after reexposure such as a few spots and a slight fever. but you are not likely toget chickenpox more than once. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
could i become to dependent on inhalers for exercise induced asthma? . i was recently diagnosed with exercise induced asthma and was prescribed an inhaler to be used 10 mins before carrying out any sport. i don't want to have to rely on an inhaler all the time. would my body not be able to exercise without using an inhaler after prolonged use?,that isn't something that usually happens. however some doctors will say that frequent use of a rescue inhaler isn't the best thing for you so if you exercise a lot you may be switched over to something you take every day to help keep your asthma symptoms under control. that might be a pill or a different type of an inhaler.
lower back pain and loss of blood.,pain can be treated using analgesic drugs. get an x-ray. blood quantity often appears larger than it actually is. but a loss of 2 cups a day needs attention. get your gastrointestinal tract checked.
how often should i see the dentist for my dentures?,if you have dentures your dentist or prosthodontist will advise you about how often you need to visit but every 6 months should be the norm. regular dental visits are important so that your denture and mouth can be examined for proper denture fit to look for signs of oral diseases including cancer and to have your teeth professionally cleaned.
i had a serious breakup with my girlfriend. i feel lonely. what do i do?,relationship issues need to be settled down before it starts disturbing you. you have to fully understand what will it lead to and how will it affect your life in long run. when you get into any relationship for more than a year you start associating and sharing your feelings with that person which is quite obvious. in any breakup the reason for breakup is very important to deal with. you have not mentioned it here. if you had mentioned it would have been even more helpful in suggestions. suggestions: it seems that you have not yet accepted that you had a breakup. the reason for it must be challenged and accepted on your part. once you deal with that it will be easier for you to move on. try journaling or writing to an unknown friend (or to yourself) and share your emotions and feelings honestly. do not avoid recalling your memories because the more you avoid the more you get into it. go through it with the help of a counsellor and it will make you feel much better. follow up with the details of your relationship issue for the better management. consult a psychiatrist online --> <link>
could my son have future problems or would he been okay? . my 2 year old was around w|our puppy. he slide and the stick jabbed him in his privates w|stick. . he fell to the floor screamed and gasping for air; but he took it very hard. i am a little worried because this morning i noticed a black/red ring on his private and pulled it down& it was bigger. kinda looked like a blood/bruise. he doesn't complain about it but i just want to know if he broke/ripped something&if it will effect him in the future. needing 2nd opinion. ty. -worried toddler mother :*(,unfortunately i cannot really give you a second opinion because i have no way of examining him first-hand. it would not be prudent for me to make an assessment based solely on the information in your posting let alone predict future outcomes. as much as i would like to help you the only way for your son to be properly assesed is for him to see a medical provider -- someone who can examine those delicate parts. thank you very much &yes i took him to his phys. and they took test and examined. we will have more knowledge tomorrow! -aj's mommy
what should i include in an exercise program?,every exercise session should include a warm-up conditioning phase and a cool-down. warm-up. this helps your body adjust slowly from rest to exercise. a warm-up reduces the stress on your heart and muscles slowly increases your breathing circulation (heart rate) and body temperature. it also helps improve flexibility and reduce muscle soreness. the best warm-up includes stretching range of motion activities and the beginning of the activity at a low intensity level. conditioning. this follows the warm-up. during the conditioning phase the benefits of exercise are gained and calories are burned. be sure to monitor the intensity of the activity (check your heart rate). don't over do it. cool-down. this is the last phase of your exercise session. it allows your body to gradually recover from the conditioning phase. your heart rate and blood pressure will return to near resting values. cool-down does not mean to sit down! in fact do not sit stand still or lie down right after exercise. this may cause you to feel dizzy or lightheaded or have heart palpitations (fluttering in your chest). the best cool-down is to slowly decrease the intensity of your activity. you may also do some of the same stretching activities you did in the warm-up phase.
how is toxic shock syndrome diagnosed?,there is no one specific test that establishes the diagnosis of toxic shock syndrome. the diagnosis of tss is difficult until the characteristic symptoms evolve and a source for the infection is identified. besides a thorough physical examination (which includes a pelvic examination in women) blood tests will usually be ordered and might include a white blood cell count (to look for signs of infection) blood cultures (evaluating for possible bacteria in the bloodstream) and evaluation of kidney and liver function. blood tests to exclude other diseases may also be ordered. chest x-rays or ct scans of the abdomen or pelvis can be ordered to evaluate the internal organs depending on the results of the initial evaluation.
can masturbation cause negative thoughts?,masturbation will never cause these problems as you are having. semen is produced daily. so even if you do daily there is no harm. but too much of anything is bad as you can utilize your time for something useful to you. you have not mentioned your age. i suggest you to do masturbation on alternate days. do not stop doing it which will help you realize that it is not harming you. secondly negative thinking has nothing to do with masturbation. you should start doing some exercise daily. spend some time in meditation and prayer. learning yoga and meditation will help you a lot. for your depression i suggest you to consult a psychiatrist who will help you to boost your confidence with few medicines for a short time. be happy and find different ways to be happy. remove the fear of masturbation. for further information consult a sexologist online --> <link>
"how do you know if a lump on your breast that emits white liquid like a zit occasionaly is serious or not? . i've had it for about 6 years im 20 now in the same place with 3 different doctors looking at it all saying that it was nothing to worry about and just ""normal"". one doctor said it was a cyst caused from my bra and that i needed new bra's. it sometimes emited pus like a zit does usually in larger amount. though recently it has gotten slightly bigger and has a faint purpleish coloring to it like a bruise instead of my normal skin color like before should i go see a doctor again?",most helpful answer thanks for providing all the great background information! if several different doctors have told you the blemish is a cyst then that's probably accurate. a cyst is a pocket of tissue that's filled with some type of fluid. the type of fluid can vary depending on the type of cyst. some are filled with fatty acids while others contain pus. it sounds like your cyst is located within the skin layer not in the breast tissue which is good news. skin cysts are very common and do tend to drain occasionally as you've described. the fact the cyst has gotten bigger and changed color is a good reason to have a health care provider re-evaluate this. it's possible the cyst needs to be treated by having it drained or even removed. only your health care provider can say for sure. cysts are an annoyance but luckily they're not a serious disease. good luck to you as you cope with this!
what may trigger a migraine attack?,certain things are thought to trigger migraine attacks in some people. some of these triggers are: certain foods or beverages (for example cheese chocolate citrus fruit caffeine alcohol). stress. change in a behavior (such as under/oversleeping; missing a meal; change in diet). hormonal changes in women (for example menstruation). you may be able to prevent migraine attacks or diminish their frequency if you understand what specifically triggers your attacks. keeping a headache diary may help you identify and monitor the possible migraine triggers you encounter. once the triggers are identified you and your doctor can modify your treatment and lifestyle appropriately.
when should i go to the hospital for dehydration. i have been dealing with depression and anxiety for years now and sometimes it gets to the point where i can't eat or drink. it has now been almost 3 days since i have eaten or drank anything. i've also been throwing up bile. should i go to the hospital?,hi yes you do need help this could be some kind of reaction to the drugs your on have you ever tried coming off them to see how you can face the world may be better for your health. when you get over this do sit down with who ever is giving you your scips for the drugs your on see what changes can be made these drugs do tend to send knock you sideways amongst other things. hope this helps you. god luck ps if you can think about meditation as a way out of your problems and the drugs your on meditation will teach you how to breath and stay calm.
what is intercavernous injection therapy for erectile dysfunction?,intercavernous injection therapy is treatment for erectile dysfunction in which a medication is injected directly into the penis.
can cre infections be prevented?,yes our nation is at a critical point in which cre infections can be controlled if we address them in a rapid coordinated and consistent effort. doctors nurses lab staff medical facility leadership health departments/states policymakers and the federal government must act now in order to avoid missing this window of prevention opportunity.
brownish discoloration on my left leg?,i had the same thing it went away soon after i stopped taking my birth control pills
what progesterone level is necessary to sustain a pregnancy?,hi there is a link below you should find it has all the info you need. the link <link> do hope it helps you. good luck
what causes atherosclerosis?,"""atherosclerosis starts when high blood pressure smoking or high cholesterol damage the endothelium (a thin layer of cells that lines arteries keeping them toned and smooth) "" says richard stein md national spokesperson for the american heart association. ""at that point cholesterol plaque formation begins. "" ""it's a jumble of lipids or cholesterol cells and debris and it creates a bump on the artery wall "" explains stein. as the process of atherosclerosis continues ""the bump gets bigger. "" a big enough bump can create a blockage. atherosclerosis tends to happen throughout the body. ""so if you have plaque in your heart you're at a higher risk for stroke and vice versa "" says stein. atherosclerosis usually causes no symptoms until middle or older age. once narrowings become severe they choke off blood flow and can cause pain. blockages can also suddenly rupture causing blood to clot inside an artery at the site of the rupture."
i have ms and take copaxone every day. will i be able to get independent health care? . or will i have to stay with my current job and its group health plan?,if you currently receive health insurance through your employer you need not take any action because of the affordable care act. however if you decide to leave your job you will be able to purchase a health plan through your state's health insurance marketplace and you won't be turned down because of your condition.
what is epilepsy?,epilepsy is a brain disorder in which clusters of nerve cells or neurons in the brain sometimes signal abnormally. neurons normally generate electrochemical impulses that act on other neurons glands and muscles to produce human thoughts feelings and actions. in epilepsy the normal pattern of neuronal activity becomes disturbed causing strange sensations emotions and behavior or sometimes convulsions muscle spasms and loss of consciousness. during a seizure neurons may fire as many as 500 times a second much faster than normal. in some people this happens only occasionally; for others it may happen up to hundreds of times a day. more than 2 million people in the united states -- about 1 in 100 -- have experienced an unprovoked seizure or been diagnosed with epilepsy. for about 80 percent of those diagnosed with epilepsy seizures can be controlled with modern medicines and surgical techniques. however about 25 to 30 percent of people with epilepsy will continue to experience seizures even with the best available treatment. doctors call this situation intractable epilepsy. having a seizure does not necessarily mean that a person has epilepsy. only when a person has had two or more seizures is he or she considered to have epilepsy. epilepsy is not contagious and is not caused by mental illness or mental retardation. some people with mental retardation may experience seizures but seizures do not necessarily mean the person has or will develop mental impairment. many people with epilepsy have normal or above-average intelligence. famous people who are known or rumored to have had epilepsy include the russian writer dostoyevsky the philosopher socrates the military general napoleon and the inventor of dynamite alfred nobel who established the nobel prize. several olympic medalists and other athletes also have had epilepsy. seizures sometimes do cause brain damage particularly if they are severe. however most seizures do not seem to have a detrimental effect on the brain. any changes that do occur are usually subtle and it is often unclear whether these changes are caused by the seizures themselves or by the underlying problem that caused the seizures. while epilepsy cannot currently be cured for some people it does eventually go away. one study found that children with idiopathic epilepsy or epilepsy with an unknown cause had a 68 to 92 percent chance of becoming seizure-free by 20 years after their diagnosis. the odds of becoming seizure-free are not as good for adults or for children with severe epilepsy syndromes but it is nonetheless possible that seizures may decrease or even stop over time. this is more likely if the epilepsy has been well-controlled by medication or if the person has had epilepsy surgery.
i am a female age42 my blood pressure is always around 104/40 and my heart rate is around 81. in 2009 i almost died from sepsis. i was diagnosed with lupus like problems as my ana test came back high. i don't have insurance so i don't get to the doctor as often as i should,i am not sure what your question is but your blood pressure and heart rate are normal. unless you are having symptoms of low blood pressure such as dizziness especially when standing a blood pressure of 104/40 is not necessarily an issue. it's more common for young women like yourself to have blood pressure that is on the low side but still normal. here's some more information about low blood pressure.
is zosyn the same as clindamycin? . 48 yr male severe tooth abcess. has heart disease.,no those are two different antibiotics. zosyn is a combination of two medications -- the antibiotic piperacillin and the medication tazobactam which helps the antibiotic work better and lessen the likelihood that the bacteria is resistant to the antibiotic. clindamycin is a completely different antibiotic. zosyn is given in the vein whereas clindamycin can be taken as a pill (also can be given in the vein). both antibiotics could be helpful in treating a tooth abscess depending on the bacteria causing the abscess.
how is the hepatitis b virus spread (transmitted)?,hepatitis b is spread mainly by exposure to infected blood or body secretions. in infected individuals the virus can be found in the blood semen vaginal discharge breast milk and saliva. hepatitis b is not spread through food water or by casual contact. in the united states sexual contact is the most common means of transmission followed by using contaminated needles for injecting illicit drugs tattooing body piercing or acupuncture. additionally hepatitis b can be transmitted through sharing toothbrushes and razors contaminated with infected fluids or blood. hepatitis b also may be spread from infected mothers to their babies at birth (so-called 'vertical' transmission). this is the most prevalent means of transmission in regions of the world where hepatitis b rates are high. the rate of transmission of hepatitis b from mother to newborn is very high and almost all infected infants will develop chronic hepatitis b. fortunately transmission can be significantly reduced through immunoprophylaxis. rarely hepatitis b can be transmitted through transfused blood products donated livers and other organs. however blood and organ donors are routinely screened for hepatitis which typically prevents this type of transmission.
i just started to bleed a little bit. im not sure if im pregnant or if its my period. is it safe to use a tampon? . i would be 3 weeks if i were pregnant. im not sure if im pregnant or if it is my period but i put a tampon in just in case. could this be harmful to the pregnancy if this is implantation spotting rather than my period? i usually have severe cramps and frequent trips to the bathroom with bowel movements prior to my periods which i have not had at all this time around.,tampons would not be harmful. tampons would have no adverse effect on an early pregnancy.
i had wrist surgery it was the biggest mistake of my life?,hi fusion can be undone but the removed scaphoid must be replaced by a bone graft from fibula otherwise it won’t help this is the solution from my point of view good luck
can anxiety cause schizophrenia?,anxiety cannot cause any mood disorders. when i say mood disorders i am referring to bipolar disorder and schizophrenia mainly but it isn't related to any of the mood disorders. it can cause raised blood pressure and many physical symptoms. there are 2 types of anxiety. general anxiety disorder and panic attacks. i have both.
if i have unprotected sex on the 13th and my period is due to arrive on the 14th can i still become pregnant?,hi on the whole no but there are the odd women who can get pregnant from anytime of the month and including days just before there periods i can explain why but its a written fact. do hope this helps. good luck
left thigh leg pain from roller derby. when i first started roller derby i had back pain when we did our laps. the back pain had gone away after a couple weeks. i noticed not long after the back pain seemed to subside that my left thigh has this intense dull achey burning sensation and feels like it'll give out on me at times. it is only my left leg and it only happens during laps. if i stand straight and skate around my leg is fine. is this an issue from the back pain and it's just going down my leg now? would a back brace work?,i just wanted to add that i did not get injured in any way that would have caused this. we have to stand in derby stance which is basically a squat position and do crossovers. it seems the crossovers are what really hurt my leg i'm guessing with all the weight mainly on the left side? if i go the other direction it's only the left leg that still hurts not the right. i've asked other girls about it and noone has any idea i couldn't even find anything on google! thanks for any input.
is airborne effective when i already have the flu? . already have cold symptoms for 2-3 days,airborne is supposed to boost your immune system so if you already have the flu it won't be very effective. there's also little evidence that airborne actually works and they were sued a few years ago for making false claims. but i know a lot of people swear by it.
my vagina is swollen have kind of wart bleeding but not in my period?,some subcutaneous or submucosal infection may have occured beneath the labial folds. it may have drained out. apply local cream and do not ignore if it occurs next time. a hair follicle infection may be the possibility
what steps should we take? . my mom went to the hospital last week and was released with a diagnosis of uti. she has not eaten or kept down food in 6 days is vomiting has diarrhea shallow breathing high heart rates and low blood pressure. she is currently on cipro for a uti antibiotic. her blood pressure readings are: 76/55 75/67 116/71 89/64 and heart rates are 94 and 112. should we be concerned that these symptoms are heart related or are they all linked with uti's? . thank you . a concerned adult child,i do not know anything about your mother or her medical history but i would be concerned as well. i cannot imagine that six days into a potent antibiotic course that she would be having uti symptoms. the vact that her bp is low her heart rate is high and she is having difficulty breathing would not likely be related to the uti. she needs to see her regular medical provider as soon as possible for an examination.
my 18-year-old son consumes 60 g of protein in drinks daily. is that too much? does he need a liver cleanser?,"as a pharmacist i do not recommend supplements touted as ""cleansers. "" they have not been proven to be safe or effective and are not necessary. as far as the protein goes it depends on how much he weighs and how much protein he is eating on top of what he's drinking."
my daughter is 17 months and she had like 3 diarrhea diapers yesterday but today it has been 6 diapers. what should i do. the last time i changed her like 5 minutes later her diaper was over flowing because of diarrhea what should i do,you should call your pediatrician immediately. severe diarrhea in an infant can become life-threatening because it can cause serious dehydration. meanwhile be sure you're providing plenty of fluids to your baby including an electrolyte drink such as pedialyte. this may help her avoid severe dehydration and can help keep her electrolytes in balance. if your baby is running a fever along with the diarrhea you should take her to the emergency room. these symptoms in a 17-month-old should not be taken lightly. i wish you and your baby all the best!
how does hand foot and mouth disease affect pregnancy and the baby?,commonly hfm is an illness of children less than 10 years of age; adults generally were exposed during childhood and maintain a natural immunity. information regarding fetal exposure to hfm during pregnancy is limited. no solid evidence exists that maternal enterovirus infection is associated with complications such as spontaneous abortion or congenital defects. however should a baby be born to a mother with active hfm symptoms the risk of neonatal infection is high. typically such newborns have a mild illness. rarely overwhelming infection involving vital organs such as liver heart and brain can be lethal.
can you spread a uti sexually? . i do all the right things to prevent uti's. ex:drink plenty of water go to the bathroom after sex wipe front to back. is it possible to get it from my husband?,most helpful answer it would be very unlikely that your husband has a uti that is being passed to you but sexual activity alone can lead to urinary problems including infections. the mechanics of vaginal intercourse often spreads bacteria that has colonized in the neighborhood. not all urinary burning is a uti; some are just cystitis (irritation of the urinary opening). women who do get infections associated with sexual activity frequently can be prescribed an post-coital antibiotic by their medical provider.
is it ok to ride a riding mower when i'm 1 month pregnant?,assuming your are healthy this should not be a problem but now is the time to take advantage of the baby's father! get him to mow the grass!
my potassium level dropped to 2. 3. was put in hospital for four days right now it's 2. 9 i take pot 160meq daily why? . i had the right side of my thyroid removed a couple months before i started having trouble with my potassium level. also my sugar level went to 400. after 4 days in hospital they got my potassium's up to 3. 5 and my sugar level down with insulin. my potassium level won't stay up. i have been taking (<positive_smiley> pot cl mirco er tabs 20 meq a day. if i walk a couple miles or exercise any it causes my level to drop. what can cause it to keep dropping? right now it dropped to 2. 9. .,a potassium level of 2. 9 is still too low which is why you were put on buy mouth potassium to get the level back to normal.
is it safe to cook with cast iron pans,yes.
how many days after having unprotected sex can sperm stay in your vagina? not sure when i got pregnant. my last lmp was 10/13 cycle was about 28 days. i had unprotected sex on 10/17 10/24 what day might i have gotten pregnant i am confused please help.,"doesn't matter which of those two days you ""got pregnant"". doctors count pregnancy from the first day of your last menstrual period."
what is osteoarthritis?,"osteoarthritis is generally considered joint disease of old age due to ""wear and tear"". generally it affects weight bearing joints like hip knees etc. if not treated disease may progress and causes discomfort when you use the affected joints -- an ache when you bend at the hips or knees or sore fingers when you write type buttoning a shirt etc."
my baby’s arms measure 7 weeks behind and her legs 2 weeks behind?,well the baby can be comparitively smaller but not necessarily dwarf. but for confirmation amniocentesis can be done. baby measuring less than 18 inches at birth is generally considered to be having some skeletal dysplasia. so you need to discuss with your gynaecologist who can check for factors like head size amniotic fluid around baby along with limb size and can also discuss about amniocentesis to proceed further. hope this helps.
i have pigmentation on my upper lip. i am taking birth control pills. help! i look like i have a mustache.,i see this everyday in my practice and it's a real problem. this is a condition that's most likely called melasma. we used to only see it in pregnant women but what happens now is that when women take the pill and the longer they take the pill; so it's almost any contraceptive whether it's a patch or a pill that contains hormones the longer you are on that and then when you combine that with even minimal sun exposure can cause a patchy discoloration usually symmetric on the cheeks or upper lip and even on the forehead. this gets darker in the summer often fades in the winter but on the upper lip especially can look like a mustache and women just hate this. so it's important to understand the underlying cause it's hormones and sun exposure either from being on the pill or just your own natural hormones or during pregnancy. then the other part is the sun that you really have to protect against. when i say protect i don't mean if you are going to the beach. if you are just going to walk on the street get your newspaper from the corner go to the bus stop you have to have adequate protection on. wear a hat if you can try to stay in the shade when you can. this condition can be treated but it can often be difficult to treat. what we use are things like hydroquinones or ingredients that have sepiwhite or mulberry root extract or liquorice extract those are ingredients you can look for on products and as dermatologists we can also do treatments in the office. there are certain chemical peels that we can do that can help target that pigment in a very specific way and help lighten it. but if you go in the sun it will come right back.
my son had a tooth pulled today. now his face is very swollen. is this normal?,swelling in the face can be normal but it may also be a sign of infection. immediately call the surgeon that removed the tooth to ask about the swelling. if you cannot immediately contact the surgeon make sure your son is taking an antibiotic. use ice packs on that side of his face to help reduce the swelling.
male 37 155. work outside in 90 degree humid weather. 1mg xanax for anxiety. how long to completely out of system.,hi take your planning to come off it then? yes then you need to come off it slowly say over 4 to 6 weeks otherwise you could get some bad side effects. ok good luck
how does crohn's disease affect the intestines?,in the early stages crohn's disease causes small scattered shallow crater-like areas (erosions) on the inner surface of the bowel. these erosions are called aphthous ulcers. with time the erosions become deeper and larger ultimately becoming true ulcers (which are deeper than erosions) and causing scarring and stiffness of the bowel. as the disease progresses the bowel becomes increasingly narrowed and ultimately can become obstructed. deep ulcers can puncture holes in the wall of the bowel and bacteria from within the bowel can spread to infect adjacent organs and the surrounding abdominal cavity. when crohn's disease narrows the small intestine to the point of obstruction the flow of the contents through the intestine ceases. sometimes the obstruction can be caused suddenly by poorly digestible fruit or vegetables that plug the already narrowed segment of the intestine. when the intestine is obstructed digesting food fluid and gas from the stomach and the small intestine cannot pass into the colon. the symptoms of small intestinal obstruction then appear including severe abdominal cramps nausea vomiting and abdominal distention. obstruction of the small intestine is much more likely since the small intestine is much narrower than the colon to begin with. deep ulcers can puncture holes in the walls of the small intestine and the colon and create a tunnel between the intestine and adjacent organs. if the ulcer tunnel reaches an adjacent empty space inside the abdominal cavity a collection of infected pus (an abdominal abscess) is formed. patients with abdominal abscesses can develop tender abdominal masses high fevers and abdominal pain. when the ulcer tunnels into an adjacent organ a channel (fistula) is formed. the formation of a fistula between the intestine and the bladder (enteric-vesicular fistula) can cause frequent urinary tract infections and the passage of gas and feces during urination. when a fistula develops between the intestine and the skin (enteric-cutaneous fistula) pus and mucous emerge from a small painful opening on the skin of the abdomen. the development of a fistula between the colon and the vagina (colonic-vaginal fistula) causes gas and feces to emerge through the vagina. the presence of a fistula from the intestines to the anus (anal fistula) leads to a discharge of mucous and pus from the fistula's opening around the anus.
if i had sex but he did not cum used plan b within first 24 hours and it was 4 days after ovolation can i be pregnant. it was four days afte my ovolation and he pulled out. used plan b within the first 24 hours. am i pregnant,yeah. you can be. now you can take mtp kit. mtp kit is used for the termination of pregnancy. it contains two medicines namely; mifepristone and misoprostol and together they are known as abortion pill. mtp kit contains 5 tablets that is one tablet of mifepristone and 4 tablets of misoprostol. the kit is designed by various pharmaceutical companies located at different geographical locations. the medicine in the kit should not be shared with other person. you can buy online from drugsdropship24.
is it safe to have cosmetic surgery when you are pregnant?,the question of whether or not it is wise to have cosmetic surgery while pregnant comes up most often when a patient who is scheduled for surgery finds out that she is pregnant. she then calls us and asks for our advice. nearly all the procedures that we do in elective cosmetic facial surgery are done under anesthesia; it is never wise to have a procedure while pregnant. that is why we do a pregnancy test just prior to the surgery. the chances of aborting the fetus are extremely high if one has a general anesthetic in the first three months of pregnancy. in any event even if one were beyond the first three months it just doesn’t make much sense because the body during pregnancy has changed with respect to circulating levels of hormones. there are blood count issues and a variety of reasons why it makes absolutely no sense to have an elective procedure during pregnancy. even if an operation could be done under local anesthesia i would never undertake such an operation because the local anesthetic itself gets into the blood stream and could possibly enter the fetal circulation. bottom line why ever take a chance?
what is the treatment for emphysema?,emphysema is not a curable disease. once lung damage has occurred it cannot be reversed. the goal of treatment is to stop further lung destruction and preserve lung function. the patient needs to know that the focus is on improving quality of life and limiting the intrusion of emphysema on daily activities.
can botox cause a tia. i've had two episodes of tia and each time i'd had botox injections. i also have two brain aneurysms. the only other factor i have for tia i'd high chlorestorol and it is under control with meds. these episodes were three years apart.,it's highly unlikely that botulinum toxin (botox is one common brand) could cause a transient ischemic attack (tia). you don't say why you had injections of botulinum toxin (while people associate botox with cosmetic treatments in truth there are many therapeutic uses for the medication) but it's likely the tias were coincidental to your botulinum toxin injections. tias occur when blood flow to an area of the brain is temporarily blocked (usually by a blood clot) in one of the arteries of the brain. botulinum toxin is a muscle relaxant drug. it isn't injected into the blood stream and has no relationship to clot formation. botulinum toxin is injected into muscles for various reasons -- to smooth wrinkles around the eyes (cosmetic) or to help reduce spasms of the pectoral muscle in breast reconstruction after mastectomy (therapeutic) to name just two examples. if you have any concerns about whether or not botulinum toxin could have been involved in your tia you should talk to the healthcare provider who performed the botox injections. wishing you well!
who can we add as dependents? can we add our parents?,anyone you claim as a dependent on your tax return.
what does atopic dermatitis or eczema look like?,"eczema is a skin condition caused by inflammation. atopic dermatitis is the most common of the many types of eczema. while the word ""dermatitis"" means inflammation of the skin ""atopic"" refers to an allergic tendency which is often inherited."
what happens to hcg levels after you have a miscarriage if you get pregnant again without the levels going to normal? . i went in for my first ultrasound at 10 weeks and was told that i probably had a nonviable pregnancy and the embryo had stopped developing at 5w6d. this was confirmed 2 weeks later. i miscarried. i am now 9weeks past miscarriage and my hcg levels are still not normal (below 5 as i understand) and went up a little this past week as follows:. week 7- 23. week 8- 21. week 9- 23 (this week). so my question is since my levels didn't go back to normal if i was pregnant how would hcg increase?,hi your find that woman to woman nothing is the same for you its just a case of waiting till it gets down to 5 or below which would be around the same time as your periods getting normal again. which is the time they say is good to start again for a pregnancy but as your find some women do get pregnant a lot quicker than that. do hope this helps you. good luck
i have a light red sometimes purpleish rash on the shaft of my penis. i have tried using cortizone and a lamisil atf. i have had the rash for about a month it does not itch or burn. there is no discharge or anything like that it is just there and it is driving me nuts. when i first noticed it i frequently masturbated at least once a day of not more since i have slowed down to nearly at all but the rash will not go away regardless of what i try. please help,hi its a bit hard just trying to help over the web its a visual thing look i'm not saying its an sti or std but please try an std/gum clinic the staff do not just do stds and they could help you best over your problem. tell them what you have tried perhaps they have something better. do hope this helps. good luck
is caffeine safe during pregnancy?,there is no disputing the importance of proper nutrition during pregnancy. there is some dispute about the safety of caffeine during this time. one concern is that caffeine may lead to miscarriages. in a study following 431 pregnant women no relationship between caffeine consumption up to 300 mg/day and adverse pregnancy outcomes was found. another study examined the relationship between caffeine consumption and spontaneous abortions in over 5 000 women and found no association. a recent study found that caffeine can reach the follicular fluid of the ovaries. it also found that an increase in coffee consumption was associated with an increased number of aborted pregnancies. on the other side research has also shown no clear relationship between caffeine intake and fertility and birth defects. even with this evidence everyone agrees that there is a limit for how much caffeine can be consumed during pregnancy. the majority of the subjects in the studies were consuming small to moderate amounts of caffeine. it is difficult to accurately test the effects of very high intakes of caffeine without risking the health of the mother and child. the american college of obstetricians and gynecologists recommends a caffeine limit of the equivalent of one to two cups of coffee per day during pregnancy.
my lips are unable to moisturize themselves hbs rvs and mp test what next?,hi in my opinion mp can cause heamolytic anemia causing too much blood iron causing lips dryness and thick saliva which can last 3 month after mp treatment so i recommend a cbc and iron blood test good luck
can a female human get pregnant from a horse? . i do not think i am pregnant with a horse's baby but could this even happen?,my baby mother is a parrot and humans can get animals prego because animals are real mothafukkas
admitted into the hospital for angioedema how to get swelling to go down?,first of all be careful as nsaids cause increased angioedema so avoid them. avoid any known allergen or trigger that causes their symptoms. avoid any medicines herbs or supplements that are not prescribed by a provider. cool compresses or soaks can relieve pain. you can get antihistamines anti-inflammatory medicines (corticosteroids) if prescribed by your physician only if you have breathing airway symptoms. inhaler medicines that help open up the airways can be used
my baby is teething how many days in a row can i alternate tyelenol and motrin?,i don't know the age of your baby but if he/she is over six months why not just use one of those medications. since ibuprofen (motrin) is anti-inflammatory and teething causes inflammation this would be my choice. besides it lasts six hours instead of four so a night-time dose would help most of the night. tylenol would wear off in the middle of the night. teething discomfort is normal so only treat it if the child is obviously in discomfort. it is safe to use for long periods of time but avoid over-treating. teething is going to go on for years.
my implanon is expired by 3 months having irregular bleeding and sore breast. can i become pregnant if its expired? . i have had my implanon in for 3 years (sept. 26th it was placed). i have not been able to get it removed but my insurance kicks in the first of the year. i have had sore breast some nausea and i've had my period 3 times in less then 2 months. they have not been regular ones tho. i have taken a pregnancy test but was negative. is there a good chance of getting pregnant while the implanon is still in place but passed the 3 year mark?,yes you can get pregnant. that is why the implanon has an expiration date. the point where the hormone has depleted. this may be why your period is not normal. use a secondary form of birth control (like a condom) or you will be just taking chances.
any medications that could adversely effect a womans libidoto causingno desire at all to have sex for past ten years? . in 2002 my wife was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and bi-polar 2. she was prescribed lithium 300 mg/day; alprazolam xr 1 mg in am and 2 mg at night; 200 mg wellbutrin daily. is it possible thatone or a combination of any of these could cause a loss of all interest in sea?,yes! chances are there for loss in sex drive when taking anti-anxiety medications.
my daughter has cough. shall i give her dexona?,please do cbc (complete blood count) and a chest x-ray before starting dexona (dexamethasone) as it is a steroid. also there may be a history of childhood asthma (hyper-reactive airway disease) and it is better to be sure before giving this medicine. this mostly looks like hyper-reactive airway disease for which the initial treatment is a common cough and cold medicines. if this does not reduce then you should add dexona or even better hydrocortisone. later on you should add montelukast and if this also does not take care of the issue then nebulization with duolin (salbutamol and ipratropium) and budecort (budesonide) is advised. the last drug route of choice is inhalers. these are the steps involved in the treatment and control of hyper-reactive airway disease. this treatment plan should be made by a physician in person after detailed evaluation. as of now you can use dexona but with the consent of the physician and after the tests that i told you so that we can be sure that there is no infection. please note that hyper-reactive airway disease is an age bound process and usually resolves by the age of 8 years. sometimes very rarely it may last up to 12 years. the medicines explained to you above only help in controlling the disease and they do not cure it. for further information consult a paediatrician online --> <link>
what ingredients should i look for in toothpaste?,use fluoride toothpaste to help avoid cavities. your brushing technique is more important than the toothpaste you use! also be sure to floss your teeth daily. if you only brush your teeth and don't floss you will miss 40% of the tooth surface.
does weight loss help decrease heal spur pain?,yes weight loss would help. heel spurs can be treated by surgery steroid injections and orthotics (special shoe inserts).
i have swelling of the paratoid gland face is noticeably swollen on the right side?,that could be many possibilities either teeth related or parotid. so i recommend a ct scan then let us see whatvis going on. a biopsy could be needed also if parotid is involved.
i have polyps on my cervix tilted uterus and fibroid tumors. heavy bleeding and pain. do i need a hysterectomy? . my gyn found polyps on cervix fibroid tumors and my uterus was tilted. i have very heavy bleeding for the first part of my period and then it slows. i am not regular at all and when i start it is out of no where. but i do have lots of side and back pain with my periods. i am wondering if a hysterectomy is the option for me. . i am scheduled to have a trans vaginal ultrasound done and have the polyps removed in a month. she did blood work and said we would discuss more at my next visit. . i,maybe a hysterectomy will be the recommendation but surgery isn't always the answer. your doctor will discuss any non-surgical options if reasonable but in the end. the doctor/surgeon will need to prove to your insurance company (the third party payers) that an expensive surgery is required in your case. since i do not know the medical details of your case. only the brief information you have posted. i really have no right to render a patient-specific opinion.
what is bipolar disorder?,bipolar disorder is an illness that causes extreme mood changes from manic episodes of very high energy to the extreme lows of depression. it is also called manic-depressive disorder. this illness can cause behavior so extreme that you cannot function at work in family or social situations or in relationships with others. some people with bipolar disorder become suicidal. having this disorder can make you feel helpless and hopeless. but you are not alone. talking with others who suffer from it may help you learn that there is hope for a better life. and treatment can help you get back in control. family members often feel helpless when a loved one is depressed or manic. if your loved one has bipolar disorder you may want to get counseling for yourself. therapy can also help a child who has a bipolar parent. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
can anxiety a side affect to depression?,not a side effect per se but a person can have both anxiety and depression. hi if you google depression it come up as depression and anxiety they do go hand in hand. but if your having problems with it and your male it will affect your sex life depression and anxiety are known sex killers also the drugs for it are also sex killers. google natural ways out of depression and anxiety your find lots of drug free help for being drug free its well worth doing if you do choose to go drug free please do this through your doctor. and your doctor wont like you doing it there's no drug kick back money in it for him/her you being drug free. do hope this helps you. good luck
intercourse and all of my past and current partners always complain of a vaginal infection/yest infection. for the past 5-7 years it seems every time i have intercourse with my partner i seem to give them or they seem to get a vaginal infection. the only time it they dont seem to get any type of infection is when we use condoms or if we spend 15 mins cleaning myself down there and then using rubbing alcohol on it before intercourse. . i have been tested multiple times and they cant find anything wrong with me. they have been tested multiple times also and the only thing they can find is a yeast infecti,hi just done a bit more searching what’s below come from this site www. urologyhealth. org can a change in diet or herbal remedies prevent or cure a yeast infection? scientists do not know why fungal infections develop in some individuals and not others. they also are not sure just how diet might impact the problem or herbal remedies help it. but they do know that diabetic patients have an increased vulnerability to these infections leading them to suggest that anyone diagnosed with diabetes should avoid high carbohydrate diets. yogurt may provide normal microorganisms for the genitourinary tract so many advocate it as a preventative measure or treatment of yeast infections. a few of things i forgot keep out of jeans and slacks same with tights wear just lose cotton knickers go without when you can and shave off your pubic hair this last bit is because yi dose love a nice warm moist area to live in so without any hair you could shut the door to them. and this last bit is from www. yeastinfection. org 3. those suffering a long time: if you’re in the third group you’ve been suffering for a very long time ten years or more. it feels like you’ve tried everything under the sun and you’ve probably spent hundreds maybe even thousands of dollars on products that just don’t work. you’ve lost a ton of money and sadly a huge chunk of your life. i’ve seen many patients like this over the years and have built my reputation on turning many of these cases around. it’s what get’s me up in the morning and makes me feel excited to be able to give people the opportunity to achieve amazing results at their own hands with the right information and encouragement. if you are in the group of people who hasn’t had a diagnosis you probably think i’m making this up; or at least “fluffing up” the details a bit. the truth though is that i’ve spent the past 25 years of my career as a naturopathic physician talking to thousands of people who feel like their lives have been ruined. these are just a few of the stories i’ve heard. i wasn’t kidding when i said i’ve heard countless stories just like this – from men and women alike. when a candida overgrowth gets to the point where it’s wreaking havoc with your entire body you may ultimately become so ill and beat that you just can’t seem to function. it’s difficult to work because you constantly feel fuzzy headed anxious and depressed sick to your stomach and sensitive to just about any food chemical or toxin you come into contact with. it’s not just adults who are too sick to build their careers further their educations or have fun with family and friends either. a number of the parents i’ve worked with have brought their children to see me. in some cases i can trace the path of candida in children all the way back to birth. during the birthing process when a baby should be getting nutrients and good bacterial flora from his mother these children contracted yeast instead. instead of growing stronger they remained compromised as their condition worsened with age. and when they became unwell what would the doctor prescribe? you guessed it more antibiotics. these may help as well. good luck
i got spinal meningitis which affected my legs and hands with a lot of edema to where i could not even walk?,hi i do not think that lasix is causing you any problem. the real cause is sympathetic affection caused as a complication of the spinal meningitis. taking pregabalin/methycobalamin tablets will be helpful. get serum electrolytes checked. thanks
hi doctor need advice. my son is 15 years and only yestday we were able to confirm he has adhd/add and now odd. doc has priscribed concerta 18. the issue is he his adamond and refusing to take the tab. saying there is no problem with my heath. we tried all tricks(with love with strick informent with rewards) but noting works. i sure one day he will realise. my question is should me give him this with out his knowledge like multivitain or painkiller and once he is in the doze for week then disclose or wait untill he realise. its very difficult time as parents.,i can understand your situation and know it is difficult to cope with a child with adhd/ odd. he might not be ready to take medications which is quite normal and acceptable. since it is necessary for him to take it you can give him medicatios by saying that they are some other ones and donot make him feel as if he is suffering from some disorder. give him time and be calm and patient. avoid any kind of struggle and arguments. recognise his good behaviour and offer rewards. ask him to do some yoga and meditation exercises which would relax his mind to an extent. spend quality time with him and involve him in activities which he is fond of. hope this helps!
symptoms are similar to angina tests all ok doctors are stumped could it be coronary microvascular disease?,have you tried anaemia test? if it is not due to cardiac or anaemia you can do a lipid profile to check for cholesterol levels. otherwise it would be anxiety disorder… you should try exercising at low to medium impact for long time and work to you maximum heart rate which should be 220-your age practice yoga and deep breathing exercises…
apexatropin as may get see jogging. . apexatropin as may get see jogging to remove your tops. is perfectly fine. however a combined effort is a lot faster and a lot more effectual. therefore be sure consume a nutritional and filling diet obtain plenty of exercise not only jogging. indicators the valuable to get the figure you are someone. <link>,this site is a medical site you must be sick if you posting your question here?
is naproxen 500 mg anm a narcotic,naprosyn is not a narcotic. it is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication just like aleve; similar to ibuprofen.
i have cough pneumonia taking antibiotics cough doesn’t go away?,hello doc. thank you for accepting my message what kind of antibiotics should i take because now im taking cefixine antibiotics but my cough still remain then my xray is now clear. i will just haev a cough when i woke up and after taking meal and is it okay that im drinking boiled ginger with lemongrass and calamansi?
what is the best way to treat exzima? . redness. bumpy skin. itchy. dry ski. sensitive to sunlight. embarrassing blotches,"eczema is genetically dry skin. there is no ""cure"" but there are effective treatments. first be sure that you are dealing with eczema (atopic dermatitis). see a dermatologist if you are not clear. the steps: 1. moisturization is the key so use a good skin moisturizer -- one without perfumes -- and sue it often. 2. avoid scratching at all costs since this can lead to secondary skin infection. antihistamines can be used fo control itching. 3. control inflammation. using hydrocortisone cream (available over the counter) will help. 4. keep the skin very clean. and cool. warm sweaters (especially wool) will drive eczema crazy. 5. be patient. controlling eczema takes time. do not hesitate to involve a dermatologist if your home management is not working."
my mother is in extreme pain for a detached rotator cuff but suffers from heart problems and taking medication?,hi there is no interaction between the supplements and the heart drugs good luck
i have two large lumps on the outside of my knee - one above and one below. the one above is extremely painful. on 4 separate occasions about 2 months ago i had to get on my knees for chores and each time i experience a very sharp pain on the lower outside area of my right knee with each instance being more painful than the last. the pain prevents me from spending any time on my feet. i have severe inflamation and shooting pains that have a distinct burning and stinging sensation. i also have a very large hard knot above my knee to the outside and one below my knee on the outside.,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. painful knees are no fun! this is something you should have evaluated by a health care provider. you can start with your primary care provider. while it's possible you simply have some arthritis or some inflammation related to doing chores on your knees it's also possible you injured your knee. your symptoms could be caused by a variety of knee injuries including a dislocated kneecap. ouch! the mere fact that you're having severe inflammation shooting pains and burning/stinging sensations indicate you need a physical examination by a health care professional. he or she may want to order some tests such as x-ray or mri to help figure out what's going on. i wish you all the best in getting bck on your feet (literally! ). i have similar issues with my right knee too but not to the extent that you have. on my knee i have permanent inflammation peripheral nerve damage and bursitis. it's the bursitis that causes the sharp stinging pain that you speak of. this quite possibly is your issue. things you can try to help aid the pain and swelling are icing elevating your knee some nsaids and trying to stay off the knee as much as you can. but the best course of action for you is to go to your doctor to see what he/she can do for you due to the extreme problems that you are enduring. here are some articles that i found on webmd that might help you: busitis symptoms bursitis faq's don't forget to make that doctor's appointment and i hope you start feeling better.
i have severe sinus headaches that are unaffected by ibuprofen zyrtecd and a nasal steroid. i take a nasal steroid spray nearly year round and i take zyrtec d to try and keep myself from all the awful symptoms. recently though the zyrtec hasn't been clearing the nasal inflamation when i have a headache. i will then take ibuprofen on top of that and it fails to work on the aching pain in my nose eye cavities cheeks and upper gums. in the last few days my nose has started to go cold on top of everything else. i'd appreciate any ideas.,hot compresses draped over your nose and cheeks will help with the pain and swelling mucinex also helps and clears nasal passages without side effects.
do you have any information about why a child (female age <positive_smiley> does not wipe her butt when she poops?,that is a difficult question to answer not knowing anything about this child. addressing a child's hygiene habits (or lack of) is difficult some parents but important nonetheless especially if you are the one doing the laundry. have a sit down talk about the importance of bathroom hygiene not just for cleanliness and odor but for medical reasons. stool left on the skin will tend to burn. if she already has irritated skin this could be the reason she doesn't want to wipe now. give her some hydrocortisone ointment and/or a good barrier cream used for diaper rashes to soothe these sore areas. she is old enough to help with the laundry so it may be wise to have her wash her own underwear pointing out that if she wiped better they would be easier to clean. buy her some new undies. some really nice ones but only give them to her when this behavioral problem has been finally solved. be persistent in your efforts but don't punish. often it is best to reward for good or expected behaviors than to overly-punish or embarrass a child for unacceptable behavior.
is the swine flu vaccine for children a live vaccine?,"there are two kinds of 2009 h1n1 vaccines being produced and they can both be given to children. the first is a h1n1 ""flu shot"" -- an inactivated vaccine (containing killed virus) that is given with a needle usually in the arm. the flu shot is approved for use in people 6 months of age and older including healthy people people with chronic medical conditions and pregnant women. the second version is the h1n1 nasal spray flu vaccine -- a vaccine made with live weakened viruses that do not cause the flu (sometimes called laiv for ""live attenuated influenza vaccine""). the live vaccine is approved for use in healthy people 2 years to 49 years of age who are not pregnant."
will exercising the vaginal muscles make my vagina tighter?,i think so yes. in addition i have found that if your legs are in good shape because you exercise regulary then it tends to tighten up your pelvic floor muscles to. just my own personal experience of course.
what is a normal white blood cell count?,roughly between 4 500 and 10 000 cells per microliter (one one-thousandth of a milliliter). the white blood cell count is part of a complete blood count (cbc) one of the most common blood tests. automated cell counting machines count the number of cells present in a blood sample. different laboratories use different cell counting machines and each lab may have slightly different values for the normal range. a high white blood cell count (leukocytosis) is most often due to an infection but can occur during many different illnesses. certain medications such as oral corticosteroids also increase the white blood cell count. a low white blood cell count (leukopenia) is less common. certain medications infections inflammatory and autoimmune conditions heavy alcohol use and problems in the bone marrow can cause a low white blood cell count. what is a norml wbc? what is a normal white blood cell count? what is a therapeutic range for a white blood cell count
what is a heart murmur?,a heart murmur is a sound created by the flow of blood in the heart heard when listening to the heart with a stethoscope. some heart murmurs called innocent murmurs occur in completely healthy people. heart murmurs also can result when the valves of the heart are diseased creating abnormal blood flow through the valve. people with congenital heart problems (birth defects) or congestive heart failure frequently have heart murmurs. a heart murmur can be a clue to the presence of heart disease. innocent murmurs don’t need further testing but unexplained heart murmurs often prompt other tests like electrocardiogram (ecg) or a heart ultrasound (echocardiogram).
i had a lung collapse and a severe asthma reaction 20 years later relapse with asthmatic exasperation?,hi acute exacerbations of asthmatic attacks can occur due to weather changes or reduced lung capacity. get spirometry done to assess the lung functions. deep breathing exercises and yoga will be helpful in a long run. thanks
what are the advantages of dental implants?,there are many advantages to dental implants including: improved appearance. dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. and because they are designed to fuse with bone they become permanent. improved speech. with poor-fitting dentures the teeth can slip within the mouth causing you to mumble or slur your words. dental implants allow you to speak without the worry that your teeth might slip. improved comfort. because they become part of you implants eliminate the discomfort of removable dentures. easier eating. sliding dentures can make chewing difficult. dental implants function like your own teeth allowing you to eat your favorite foods with confidence and without pain. improved self-esteem. dental implants can give you back your smile and help you feel better about yourself. improved oral health. dental implants don't require reducing other teeth as a tooth-supported bridge does. because nearby teeth are not altered to support the implant more of your own teeth are left intact improving your long-term oral health. individual implants also allow easier access between teeth improving oral hygiene. durability. implants are very durable and will last many years. with good care many implants last a lifetime. convenience. removable dentures are just that; removable. dental implants eliminate the embarrassing inconvenience of removing your dentures as well as the need for messy adhesives to keep your dentures in place. you are able to chew your food proper and speak correctly. they don't disturb your adjacent teeth like happens in bridges. they are ideal replacement for your missing teeth. if you are considering dental implants then chose the best dental clinic which offers pain-free experience.
"after hearing and reading in blogs that orajel is bad because it hardens the gums i'm wondering ""is that true? """,i have had no problems with using a numbing agent like orajel with my patients and my own kids. it is one of many things that we have used including cool teething toys moist-chilled washcloths and oral pain meds. i would suggest trying the orajel on your own gums so that you get a sense of how it feels/how long it lasts. it can certainly take the edge off especially for those middle of the night awakenings.
what illnesses often co-exist with bipolar disorder?,my children are both teenagers and bipolar. my son is ocd adhd tends to be intolerant towards any given thing or person and a binge eater. my daughter is oppositional defiant adhd sexually driven and a self mutilator.
will grapefruit juice interfere with my birth control pills?,there are a number of medications that may interact with grapefruit juice; however birth control pills are not one of the medications that should be a problem.
can my doctor put me on a steroid regiment? i've already purchased the steroids. i'm 19 years old and i've been weight training for about 6 years and i have recently purchased a steroid stack. i was wanting to know will my doctor put me on a regiment to ensure i take them safely?,i seriously doubt you will find any doctor willing to do this for you especially steroids (anabolic steroids? ) that you have been able to purchase somewhere else. i don't think there is really any safe steroid regime that would be recommended for a teenager. i would advise you to really look in to the serious side-effects before considering using them.
why is it risky for a diabetic to get a tattoo?,diabetics are more prone to infections. infections that can get out of hand. many tattoo establishments are not known for their high-levels of sanitation.
i have night sweats can’t focus lack of sleep weight loss what is going on?,your history is suggesting tuberculosis strongly i recommend you to do tuberculosis diagnostic tests best regards
i had a back fusion at l4-s1 now have anterlothesis of l4 on l5 do i need surgery?,hi its a paradox actually. once the l4-s1 have been fused then listhesis should not occur actually. get a neurosurgeon opinion before getting a 2nd surgery done on your spine. it will lead to lot of complications. thanks
i was on depo for almost 5 yrs stopped 3/29/2013. have had 2 periods. how soon can i get pregnant? . i passed the 18 week mark for allowing the birth control to leave my system and have had 2 periods since in august and september. how soon could i get pregnant? i'm 27 with so far regular periods. i was regular before going on the depo too.,hi on boy the depo shot question ok you can google how long after depo shot to get pregnant i think your find it could be around 2 years and you should even some after that time still have not got pregnant. perhaps not the answer you wanted. good luck
i have a weak and sensitive low back. even if anyone hits me slowly on my low back it pains a lot. what should it do? . i feel as if my lowback is very fragile. i'm 1 years old. when i do exercises which include back stretching i feel a little pain and i'm afraid if my condition gets worse. even exercising is leading to white vaginal discharge and making me weak. so what should i do to make my lowback strong? also i would like to know the reason for such weakness and if it harmful in future,better get yourself tested to rule out any major illness. consult a orthopedic for proper diagnosis. till then you can use some local counter irritant cream or oil to relieve pain. you can do some yoga asana that helps to give flexibility to your lower spine salbhasana sukhasana adho mukha svanasana etc.
my cholesterol levels are fine. a1c is 5. 4. do i still need to take zocor. taking low dose aspirin and high blood pressure medication.,hi if its been stable for some time i would as there not the best drug to be taking just to many bad side effects. try this post of mine below should with you hbp and get that down no drugs and its all very healthy for you and keep your cholesterol stable and will clear away plaque doing will do two fight cholesterol and hbp. the way out and clearing away plaque would be to get on cayenne pepper turmeric with black pepper and garlic take this each morning and see how you go. its all very healthy for you. you just mix cp and turmeric 50/50 in olive oil and then mix with tomato paste and thin it with olive oil at first you just mix this to a heat that suits you and over time you can slowly increase the cp and turmeric. you take 3 teaspoonful’s each morning first thing you wash each spoonful down with water before anything else just after you get up one thing it will warm you up with this which will also help would be very fine chopped garlic just do a whole head chopped fine and keep in olive oil with this you add dried parsley a couple of good desert spoonful’s and mix you just add a teaspoonful on top of the cp an turmeric mix just mix into the top take as said. the parsley its very good for the blood and helps keep your cholesterol down. please do keep both jars in the fridge keeps a lot better that way. now if you google and read up about all three there very good for ed your cholesterol heart and its arteries prostate and ra garlic is also very good for your blood so along with the cp and turmeric your be doing your body the world of good. at first you really need to be taken this 3 times a day the other 2 times just before meals for 2 weeks then just twice a day for 2 weeks then just the once at first thing in the mornings great way to start the day. and yes have had ed now in recovery and do take what is above daily along with other supplements and a hormone. so do hope this helps you. good luck ps this really needs a 12 week trail to see if its going to work for you if its for ra do increase it up the stronger it is the better it works for you. don’t forget to up the amount of cp and turmeric as you go on. one last piece of info some cp i got out here in greece was not very hot so changed shops and using a 50/50 mix of cp and chilli powder this i put a heaped teaspoon on top each day along with a heaped teaspoon of turmeric now from a site i’m on they say to help turmeric get absorbed to take a ¼ teaspoon of black pepper with it and because if these extra amounts its now 4 teaspoon's each morning. what a great way to light a fire in your stomach to get the day started.
had neck surg - will vicodin increase bp? i normally have low bp but it is now 150 /100. had diskectomy a week ago - normally have pretty low bp -- at least 2 times i have had my bp spike pretty high - i. e. 150 over 105? will the vicodin cause this - i normally take metopropol 25mg 1 x per nite - which i have taken several hours ago and it is still high reading,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. vicodin (generic name hydrocodone-acetaminophen) shouldn't cause your blood pressure to spike. quite the opposite in fact. pain can cause your blood pressure to go up though so be sure to take enough medication to keep your pain adequately controlled. several things can cause your blood pressure to spike temporarily including needing to urinate (pee). however if your post-operative pressure is consistently above what's normal for you please call your surgeon's office to advise them about what's going on. they need to know. i wish you all the best with this!
if i used a condom with my new partner how likely is the chance that i gave him trichomoniasis? . i believe i got it from my last partner whom i was with for 12 years. we did have unprotected sex. i have been with my new partner for a year but we have never had unprotected sex. he lives in another country and i haven't been with him in 6 months. i was just treated for trich yesterday and don't think he can get the meds. is it really possible that i gave it to him? also what's the chance that i was misdiagnosed with a wet prep?,hi ok you may be alright well he may be if all the times you have had sex and it was always with a condom on then he may be ok as long as he has no burning in his urethra and he is not getting a whit discharge then he's ok look tric can stay hidden deep inside your body could have been there for a few years. do hope this helps you and your man. good luck
what is wandering related to dementia?,wandering is a common behavior that causes people with dementia to stray and become lost in familiar surroundings.
i turn 65 in july 2014 and my husband turns 62 in december 2013. . he is a substitute teacher with occasional work and no benefits. i work for bank of america and have health insurance. we live in california. i'm on short term medical disability and my doctor wants me to retire at the end of this year. our aetna ppo via cobra would be too costly. how do we purchase on the marketplace to have a seamless transition from my employer coverage to a marketplace plan?,start shopping now. in california plans purchased by december 23 2013 will take effect january 1 2014.
can you be anesthestized before having a urinary catherization. . last week a nurse caused me so much pain that i'm afraid to return,are you a male or female? a topical anesthetic like lidocaine jelly can be used to help control the brief discomfort but you certainly cannot be placed under general anesthesia.
how are menstrual migraines treated?,the problem with menstrual migraines is that the headaches are driven or caused by the change in hormones with your cycle. the only direct way to change that is with hormone manipulation (like 90 day oral contraception pills). the migraines can be treated with the normal migraine prevention medications which will not change your hormone levels.
can pinkeye cause a fever? . my 2. 5 year old seemed to have pinkeye with redness and mucous discharge in one eye. we got drops from the pharmacy but now she has developed a low-grade fever (just about 100*). can pinkeye cause a fever or could she have something else that i should call about?,that low-grade fever is nothing to be alarmed about. since some types of pink eye (conjunctivitis) is related to viruses like cold viruses there could be an association since viruses can cause minor temperature elevations. if the eye is unusually swollen or painful then it would be wise to get properly examined but in most cases simple pink eye should not really cause a fever.
i have a very sensitive system my skin included. most products seem to cause my sinuses to hurt. any suggestions? . i use only water occasionally cetaphil cleanser then olive oil and a little mary kay foundation. i'm 55 and getting too many wrinkles.,i would recommend an evaluation by an otolaryngologist (ear nose and throat specialist) regarding the sinuses. i would make sure to add sun protection daily since most wrinkles are caused by sun exposure over years. if you are sensitive to sunscreen look for chemical free sunscreens. these are not absorbed into the skin and should not have an effect on your sinuses. otherwise i would see your dermatologist about possible in-office procedures to help treat the wrinkles and determine the best approach for you.
i had yearly pap yesterday doctor says discharge may be yeasty frightened it is cervical cancer?,well vaginal discharge can occur due to a number of reasons depending upon the colour consistency etc however it is not commonly related to cervical cancer as cervical cancer is associated with number of other symptoms like pelvis or backacke vaginal pain and excess bleeding weight loss etc. the symptoms that you are facing are probably due to vaginal thrush or vaginal yeast infection or many other causes. a vaginal swab culture can help in ruling out the cause. do not worry about cancer as the symptoms are not appearing consistent with it. hope this helps. regards.
i was given amoxicillin for wisdom teeth but never used it. i'm having strep throat symptoms. can i take the amoxicilin? . i'm a college student who doesn't have the time or the money to go to a doctor to get another bottle of antibiotics especially when i have a nearly full bottle just sitting in my room. (they're also not expired) i just want to know if anything terrible is going to to result from me taking them.,"the terrible thing is that you may or may not need any antibiotics. most viral infections are viruses and do not require antibiotics. a few are strep but making a ""self-diagnosis"" based solely on symptoms is not much better than a coin toss. some viral sore throats are mono (mononucleosis). i can't blindly diagnose you over the internet and you may or may not have the skills to accurately diagnose yourself so my recommendation is for you to be tested for strep at student health. a simple rapid test if you do have it then the amoxicillin may be appropriate (assuming you have the proper dose. you didn't share that information) for your weight and severity of infection."
bruised left testicle. i bruised my left testicle while doing backwards sit ups at the gym. i am in mild discomfort when i walk but it does not hurt when i ride my bike or go to the bathroom. will i make the bruising worse or make the pain last longer if i ride my bike? i am 61 and am an avid exerciser - i rode my bike 110 miles last week-end and get exercise every day. it will be hard for me not to ride my bike but i will if i am making the injury worse.,hi just take a break for a week to 10 days your pain will go faster that way. why your bike riding and doing other exercise your putting strain on it just take the break your body wont mind. when you start back start slow with the exercises and the bike riding if you still have pain take a few more days off its a tricky area to heal but keep off the pain killers if you go back for exercise they will mask the real pain you could end up with more damage and be off longer. hope this helps. good luck
my dentist drilled into a decaying tooth and filled it with some medication. what was that medication and is it safe?,i would ask the dentist that performed the procedure. but it is most likely a sedating filling to ease the pain in a badly decayed tooth.
i want to know if there a chance you can get pregnant if you have sex the day after your period stops? . and my boyfriend did ejaculate inside of me. my ovulation starts tomorrow.,yes there is a greater chance since she is freshly cleaned from menstrating
i had rhabdomyosarcoma and chemotherapy as a child i started having menstrual problems?,hi i guess these are hormonal changes due to your medical background and the fact that you have unprotected sex almost everyday. only spotting and some cramps do not suggest pregnancy. maintain hydration take anti spasmodic tablets for cramps. you should consult a gynecologist if the symptoms persist. thanks
painful 1 inch bump between anus and scrotum not a pimple under the skin gives me fever help? . hi i am 20 years old. i have a bump between my scrotum and anus closer to the scrotum . it's size has increased in the last two days . i have had it for 4 days now it's excruciatingly painful. i have no idea what it is and what to do. . plus it gives me fever so i have taken small doses of paracetamol . it's still somewhat manageable if its kept warm. can you please tell what is it and how can i get better? ways to treat it? . any help would be really really appreciated! . thank you!,hi could be just a haemorrhoid? shot in the dark its best you do go see your doctor asap good luck
can lexapro be taken simultaneously with dextromethorphan hbr. i had acute endo carditis (2004) and had emergency surgery to replace my mitral valve with a porcine valve. i am now 71 and have a viral infection that is not responding to a z pac. i started on adult tussin dm nd mucinex this morning. worried that this may not be good for me because i take lexapro 10 m daily,i checked them in the interaction checker and found this: serious - use alternative: potential for serious interaction; regular monitoring by your doctor required dextromethorphan + lexapro oral lexapro oral and dextromethorphan both increase affecting serotonin levels in the blood. too much serotonin is a potentially life-threatening situation. severe signs and symptoms include high blood pressure and increased heart rate that lead to shock. <link>
regarding semen appearances. i am 25 years old and unmarried. i dont have any other health problem. i am feeling afraid of being infertile adult because of the following reasons. 1. semen is cloudy sticky and pure white after one day from last ejaculation. i feel this is normal. 2. semen is 50% clear and 50% cloudy and same stickiness after two/three days from last ejaculation. it makes me afraid. is it normal? is it making me alert of any symptoms like motility or low sperm count?,hi as you go through a month your find it will change but if you that worried find yourself a lab and have your sperm tested. i'm 69 and mine changes and i have had a vasectomy do i worry? no good luck
how should i approach my daughter's doctor if i am concerned she might be getting overweight?,"it is so important that you are in tune to the possibility that your child might be overweight and you should state that very early in your discussion with your child's doctor. so many parents are embarrassed about this topic but they should not be. if you are straightforward about your concern your doctor can get right to the issue and give it the time that it deserves. your doctor should calculate for your child's ""body mass index"" (bmi) which is an easily calculated number based on her height and weight and compare her bmi to other girls her exact age. children in the upper 85th to 94th percentiles are labeled ""at risk for obesity "" and children over the 95th percentile are termed ""obese. "" children classified as at risk should be carefully evaluated. and even though the use of the bmi scale may miss some patients at risk or may classify some unusually muscular children as obese you and your doctor should then use common sense and clinical judgment to avoid incorrect labeling. thereafter other very important factors to consider include the family history and activity level of your child and other health problems your child might be having. then extra time should be taken to go over the complete dietary profile of your child and your family."
what is viral hepatitis?,hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. viral hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. there are five identified types of viral hepatitis and each one is caused by a different virus. in the united states hepatitis a hepatitis b and hepatitis c are the most common types. hepatitis a is caused by hepatitis a virus (hav) hepatitis b is caused by hepatitis b virus (hbv) and hepatitis c is caused by hepatitis c virus (hcv).
what could cause hair loss and nails cracking?,hi hair loss could be down to bc pills a good place to start with. as for your nails sounds very much like the need to be strengthened up for this you need gelatine simple way for this to get into your super market and by the blocks of jelly for making jellies you eat just a couple of squares a day as your find these blocks should be divided into 12. ok good luck
what causes a odor under a womans breast? it smells like feet. i have tried everything. i have this nasty odor under my breast. it kind of smells like dirty feet. it seems like it gets worse in warm weather maybe its just me thinking that way. i used different stuff but it breaks me out. then comes the feet smell again. my dermatologist gave me ear drops for the rash it does sound funny but nothing else was working and they worked so i guess he knew what he was doing. so if you have any suggestions on what to try for the odor i would greatly appreciate it. thank you,hi well i can say your not alone if you google smell under your beasts you can find more info but here are some bits that may help but remember we are what we eat so could be something in there? so there is grapefruit seed extract mix a few drops in water and wash twice daily with it or you could try some cut lemon and wipe the area and let dry they say it should go in a couple of days. ok they say it could be a yeast fungus so your could try dabbing some boric acid powder on the area and you could also try this as well a 1/4 teaspoon in a litre of water shake well drink through the day this way you attacking it from both sides if works that way don't worry i take boric acid daily for raynards disease and ed works for both. hope this helps. good luck
my daughter had a gastroenteritis bug?,the rash could be of another cause. did she initially receive treatment for the gastroenteritis? have you done a stool analysis at the end? .
are there any specific supplements or vitamins needed to be taken for a pescatarian diet?,it depends on the quality of your current diet. some pescatarians eat dairy and others don't. if you don't eat dairy vitamin d and calcium are of concern. even if you do eat dairy it is likely you need vitamin d unless you are having fatty fish every day. you don't have to worry about omega-3 (dha and epa) if you are having fatty fish twice a week. you need to be sure you are getting enough iron and zinc but with careful planning it shouldn't be a problem. in short a well-balanced pescatarian diet can supply most of the nutrients you need (except d which is low in food). this article can help you make the right choices. of course you can always take a multivitamin if you feel you diet is inadequate.
taking blood thinners. could this be the reason for severe bleeding in the eye and should i call the md,yes. this could be a contributing factor and yes you should call your doctor.
my 5 year-old was vomiting and it has turned into dry heaving. can i give her pepto bismol to halt the dry heaves?,"the first thing that came to my mind is ""how long has this been going on for? "" anytime i hear that children have been vomiting for some time or is starting to dry heave my first words are ""call the pediatrician and go to the er""--the child is probably severely dehydrated and probably needs iv fluids. you should not give her pepto-bismol because it is not for vomiting and since this may be a virus you should not use pepto-bismol liquid because one of the ingredients is related to aspirin and is associated with reye's syndrome. pepto-bismol actually has a children’s formulation that contains calcium carbonate instead which is safe to use."
non-menstral bleeding or pregnancy? help! . i ended my period on 12-20-12 and on 12-28-12 i started spotting. i am not on any birth control and am sexualy active (well not now). my periods have been on a regular schedule for 2 years now. i started bleeding heavier on 12-30-12 but its darker than normal. this has never happened to me before and i am wondering what is going on with my body before i make a big deal about going to the doctor or anything especially if its not a big deal.,typically you would spot when you are pregnant during implantation. this would happened a few days after ovulation. eight days after your last period is too soon to have this happen.
i want to create an emergency kit for our family what should be in it and how often should i replace the items?,i think this is a great question. one of the things we learned after hurricane katrina is that a lot of people didn't have emergency kits available at home. some things i would definitely recommend include a bottle of hydrogen peroxide; to help clean out any type of wounds. maybe a triple antibiotic ointment to apply on the wounds after you have actually treated it band aids gauze pads rolled gauze so you can keep the gauze pad in place a flashlight extra batteries a weather radio. some type of fever reducer like tylenol or acetaminophen. maybe a motrin type of product as well. some imodium or pepto-bismol is another item that you may want to include in there along with some plastic latex gloves just in case something happens and you need to protect yourself. those are some of the common items that are found in the emergency kits that are available on the stores today. i would definitely recommend checking the expiration dates. once a year you should always go through that emergency kit as well as your medicine cabinet and check the expiration dates; if anything has expired you want to make sure that you dispose of it properly. in this case we want to make sure that people use the correct method. you want to get a ziploc bag and you want to take the medications and put it into the ziploc bag. you want to take a little bit of water and you want to help it dissolve or you can crush it with like a pot or a hammer. then you want to take something that will make it not very appealing like kitty litter or coffee grinds. put that into the ziploc bag seal it up and put it in the trash. that's the best way. we don't want people to flush medications anymore this is the preferred way now to dispose of medications. but that's a good rule of thumb each year to do.
i had yearly pap yesterday doctor says discharge may be yeasty frightened it is cervical cancer?,its v common for women to have this discharge as u describe it and its v common to have vulvovaginitis bacterial or fungal infectionpap smear and hpv test of course must be done routinely but what’ s common is common so no worries
should 87 year old woman take hormone pills,what kind of hormones. there are many different hormones. if you are talking about estrogen (the female hormone) i would say that there is really no reason for any woman of her advanced age to need it but she can certainly talk with her medical provider. i am guessing that the answer will be the same.
is it safe to get the flu shot even while wheezing,wheezing specifically is not a contraindication to getting a flu shot. but depending upon why you are wheezing and what other symptoms you might have your health care provider might advise you to wait until you are feeling better if you are wheezing. moderate to severe illnesses with or without fever are precautions to getting most vaccines. this means that in general it is advisable to wait until the illness is resolved. your healthcare provider can advise as to whether you should get your vaccine or wait. talk to your doctor about your symptoms. for more information on flu vaccination please visit: <link>.
"xanax: side effects and usage question? . my doctor prescribed xanax to me to help me sleep better if my anxiety gets bad. i have two questions:. 1. how serious are the side effects? a lot of my anxiety comes from my emetophobia [the fear of vomiting] so i'm not sure how i feel about the nausea side effect. . 2. my doctor prescribed it saying ""use as needed. "" but i read online that if you stop taking it you could experience seizures/withdrawal symptoms. if i take it let's say twice a month would i still experience these symptoms?",that medicine is okay for anxiety some people do have side effects but that goes along with all medicines. if you are not sure about taking it tell your doctor and they can try something else but you may still have side effects. there are some otc sleeping aids you could try with less side effects but i don't know how bad your anxiety is. you would just have to try and see. and if you just do that many a month you may be okay. but you need to talk to your doctor. hope you find the right thing and get better.
why do i bleed during sex? . i had a hysterectomy many years ago but have had some unexplained bleeding over the years and had an additional cervical cuterage (? ). i now start bleeding while i'm having intercourse. there's no pain but it can be a show stopper. what can be causing this and is there anyway to prevent the bleeding?,vaginal bleeding during or after sex and at no other times makes me think of trauma to the cervix or vaginal or a lack of lubrication and abrasion of this tissue. an accompanying symptom could be painful sex but this doesn't directly point to either condition. an endometrial polyp could also cause bleeding during sex. your medical history and other signs and symptoms on physical exam will help your doctor determine the cause. however other exams and tests such as an ultrasound may be needed. talk with your partner about your concerns and make an appt to see your gyn. i would talk to my gynecologist if it's that much blood. at first i was thinking lubricant or maybe mild trauma getting overly vigorous but if it's a showstopper then that's another story. then did some looking around and fibroids or polyps could be the culprit and they don't affect a pap smear. i had a polyp once and went through a d&c and never had issues again. with fibroids i hear they can come back. i also read that some of this might be hormonal and since you have had a hysterectomy this might make sense. bottom line i'd go see your gyno. hope this helps.
i am thinking to have varicocele surgery would it help?,hi varicocele surgery won’t cause any benefits due to sperm derangements. ivf is the best option. consult a andrologist. thanks
ingrown hair or std? . a month ago i noticed a lump right between my thigh and groin about the size of a pea. it had a slight white discharge followed by blood. after a week or so it disappeared. i assumed it was an ingrown hair or something of that nature but just a few days ago another lump has appeared on the other side. it is sore if you touch it but otherwise doesn't hurt. also it isn't all that close to the vaginal area. there is no discoloration in the skin. ingrown hair or something worse?,as you know i have no way of seeing or examining you. i have only your description to go on. one possibility would be a sebaceous cyst ; perhaps a cyst that is secondarily infected. these oil gland cysts are quite common in this area but you will need to see a medical provider so that you can be properly examined and treated. you have had this for a month so it would be in your best interest to check in checked out so you will not have to worry.
can a cold sore give me genital herpes? . recently my girlfriend gave me a blowjob. she had a cold sore on her lower lip. although the sore was completely scabbed over and is almost completely healed. she got it two weeks ago and has been using some type of medicine to get it healed. the bj lasted 15 seconds and the scab barely touched my penis. the sore isn't open at all so is there still a high risk of infection? whenever we make-out when she has a cold sore i never get one. and she generally gets them when she's really stressed.,"the short answer is: yes. unfortunately you have exposed yourself to genital herpes. it doesn't matter that the cold sore was scabbed over or that the lip lesion ""barely touched"" your penis. a person with herpes can spread the virus even when it's not active. your girlfriend's herpes most definitely was active since she had a lesion. this does not mean you positively will develop genital herpes but you're flirting with disaster. you need to take better precautions in the future. there is no cure for genital herpes. if you do develop genital herpes you absolutely must disclose the fact to your partners before you have sex with them. they have a right to decide whether or not to risk getting the virus from you. and while condom use is good be aware a condom won't necessarily protect you from herpes because the virus can reside in groin areas that aren't covered by the sheath. i'm not sure how old you are but you may want to read this article about the rise in genital herpes transmission among us teens due to having oral sex with an infected partner. even if you're not a teenager the same scenario applies to your story. please stop engaging in unsafe sex. always use a condom. don't have any type of sexual relations with a person who obviously has a virus that can become a sexually transmitted disease. you owe it to yourself and your sexual partners to be responsible about your sexual practices. wishing you well! there r two types of herpes. there r the oral kind and then there is genital kind. yes u can get herpes on your genitals from a cold sore. but even tho it is herpes on your genitals it is not actually the genital type of herpes. it is the oral type actually. u can spread each type to each area. yes her giving u head with a what looks like mainly healed sore can give u herpes. i have kissed a chick with a sore before to and didn't get nothing. some times your just lucky or perhaps your immune system is working harder and better at times i don't know. but u can get on acyclovir twice a day from your doctor it's herpes meds. or if u don't have insurance there is a natural pill for it u can get at health stores or what have u called l-lysine and take it twice a day and have her take it as well. hell even once a day would b good."
what if you don't get health insurance? how much of our taxes will they take?,the tax penalty for not having health insurance is $95 per person or 1% of your annual income whichever is greater.
what are the signs of hair loss?,the signs of hair loss include: in men thinning hair on the scalp a receding hairline or a horseshoe-shaped pattern that leaves the crown of the head exposed. in women thinning of hair in general but mainly at the crown; complete balding is rare. in children or young adults sudden loss of patches of hair; known as alopecia areata. complete loss of all hair on the body; a rare disease called alopecia universalis. especially in children patches of broken hairs and incomplete hair loss usually on the scalp but sometimes involving the eyebrows; the child is most likely rubbing or pulling out hair a condition called trichotillomania. excessive shedding of hair but not complete baldness after various illnesses and drug treatments rapid weight loss anemia stress or pregnancy; a condition known as telogen effluvium.
no peroid in two months. occasional spotting. burning sensation. defintely not pregnant. i have not recieved my period in two months. i have had spotting on the 2nd month of absence. i also have noticed that its a lot hotter down there and i feel kind of a burning sensation. i am definitely not pregnant.,hi look the best thing you can do is either see your doctor or gyno its a bit to hard trying to just guess what you have wrong with you apart from somehow your periods are stuck or absent. good luck
slight burning but more like inflammation feeling after urination that lasts 20-30 mins weeks after uti treatments? . i had a uti a few weeks ago and was treated for it with cipro microbid and diflucan for yi from antibiotics. i felt 100% better during menstration but now after menstration the urethral symptoms ( slight discomfort /burning but more like a inflammation feeling) returned but more mild and only occurs after urination and lasts for 20-30 min. what could be causing this? could my urethra be scarred/irritated from the uti i had? what can i do to ease my symptoms? and when will i feel normal again?,hi for your uti problem try this <link> or have a look on www. earthclinic. com in ailments under u. if its the yi then have a good read of these. <link> <link> <link> <link> <link> lots of help for the yi. do hope these help you. good luck
my eldest daughter is suffering excruciating pain need second opinion?,hi. thanks for writing to us. as per your complain please make it a bit clear that has the make it clear that is the arachanoid cyst is ruled out as it is a bit unclear as you have written that it can be ruled out. so please make it clear. in case if it is ruled out and is not being managed with medication then surgical drainage of the same can be planned. so it will be better to immediately consult your neurosurgeon and get evaluated. hope this helps. regards.
what is ischemic heart disease?,ischemic heart disease is a condition caused by a decrease in blood flow to the heart. this decrease is usually the result of narrowed coronary arteries which impede the blood flow.
if you receive the chicken pox vaccine can you get shingles later in life?,i had shingles before but i never had the chicken pox vaccine or the chicken pox so it is possible
what is the best pain and other management for severe arthritis of the spine? . i had been having severe back pain for awhile and my doctors kept giving me different pain meds and other meds to help and it did for awhile but then the pain kept coming back stronger than before. so finally i changed doctors and went to her and said i wanted an m. r. i. on my back because at night my back hurt so bad and my hips to my legs would go numb i get alot of charlie horses so i had the m. r. i. and it came back as server arthritis in my spine. im 30 my spine is of an 40-45 yr old,immuno-suppressants for long duration are generally prescribed in rheumatoid arthritis. but long use of allopathic immuno-suppressants do have side effects. alternative system of medicine do provide best treatment for arthrirtis. group of medications called immunomodulators in ayurveda are preferred over potent immuno suppressants in allopathy. generally as a rule it is better to go for ayurvedic natural therapies in disorders of chronic nature. for mild arthritis you can follow the changes to diet and routine that can reverse the effects of this crippling disease. exclude processed foods sugar and gluten and include organic vegetables grass-fed meat and fish in your diet. eat at scheduled times. improving gut functioning may also help in chronic diseases
i have a middle ear infection doctor gave me a prescription for amoxicillin need second opinion?,unless you have a tooth root infecting and it was misdiagnosed (not sure how can this mistake be done)
vertigo questions. my grandmother is 85 and just got told she has vertigo. she has these attacks everyday and sometimes twice a day. my question is how do these attacks happen when she is not moving? she has had 2 attacks today in an hour and she has not moved at all in that time. is this normal and what can we do?,your grandmother may have menieres disease a type of vertigo that comes in attacks like you are describing. people also experience nausea vomiting and temporary hearing loss when this occurs. the next time that she goes to the doctor who is treating her vertigo you may want to confirm or clarify the diagnosis. not all form of vertigo are triggered by movements so this may be what she has. if she does have menieres this can be a very difficult condition to treat and nearly impossible to cure. medical management can help but at age 85 medicines can have more side effects than benefits. her doctor will need to be very conservative.
should my primary prevent me from having bunion surgery because of a hemogolbin of 8. 6,yes. i think it would be wise to evaluate the cause and correct your anemia before having any elective surgery. bunions can wait.
repair of a deviated septum (septoplasty) covered by health insurance?,"it depends on several things: 1. your insurance company (some are better than others as you know) 2. your array of symptoms that are attributed to the deviated nasal septum (surgery would only be approved if this was the only answer) 3. your ents persistence. the surgeon would need to ""plead your case"" to the cost-conscious insurance company."
is it safe to take more than one plan b one step pills in a 72 hour period? . the condom broke on me and my partner and within the hour i purchased and took the plan b one step pill. however i am still worried and am wondering if taking a second pill would be ineffective or would cause negative side effects. any insight?,most helpful answer i would have waited till the morning that is why its a morning after pill. you should be fine with one pill i have used it a few times in my life and have never ended up pregnant after taking this pill. don't consume to much in a short period of time its not good for you. they are only meant to be used every now and then not every time after sex. bc or condom would be better. when you purchased the pill it should have came in a 2 pack you take one within 12 hours and the 2nd one 12 hours after the 1st one. good luck to you but you should be fine
i acquired methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (mrsa) while in hospital?,i believe you should do another test to check if u have it or not…. in both blood and nostrils
what do i do if i can not pay for health insurance because i have no income,for people with very low incomes or no income the law provides financial assistance to make insurance affordable. you may qualify for medicaid coverage which would be virtually no-cost coverage. if you make too much to qualify or you live in a state not expanding its medicaid program you'll likely qualify for subsidies to lower the cost of your insurance. i suggest you check your state's marketplace to begin shopping your options. you can do that at healthcare. gov. if it turns out there are no affordable options available to you (medicaid isn't expanding in your state or there is no health plan costing less than 8% of your income) you will not be penalized for not having coverage.
is it safe to lose weight when pregnant?,in some cases when a women is very overweight it is safe to lose weight during pregnancy under the supervision of a medical provider. however in most cases women should not try to lose weight during pregnancy.
is it safe for a newborn to sleep in the same room as a litterbox? . i have two cats and am due to have my baby in 12 days and am currently staying with my dad while we wait for our apartment to be ready whom will only allow the litter box to be in my room. i am wondering if it is safe for my newborn to sleep in my room with us with the litterbox or if i need to find a new home for my cats.?,i understand that your living arrangements are not optimum but personally i would not want to sleep in a room with a kitty litter box. cats and their feces can carry a lot of bacteria to your new baby. because they are very curious they will be walking and contaminating surfaces used by the baby and even jumping in the crib. i know you love your cats but you have a bigger commitment to your newborn. perhaps you can find a temporary home for your cats until your apartment is ready or ask you dad to bend his litter box rule a bit until you move. cats and babies can co-exist but both will require very careful supervision and babies do come first. thank you for your advice but you didn't really answer my question as to if it poses a health risk to have them together?
could fever and severe body aches be related to septoplasty done 2 weeks ago or is it more likely the flu? . i had septoplasty surgery 2 weeks ago and have been experiencing normal symptoms (headaches etc. ) however the night before last i developed a fever with sever body aches. i assumed it was the flu but didn't want to overlook it if it could potentially be related to the surgery or some complication. any recommendations are appreciated.,hi as its been 2 weeks i do think its flu as it is that time of the year so just treat as such. but if your really worried do seek help and advice from your own doctor. good luck
what to do about chapped foreskin. this might be a weird question but my foreskin gets really dry especially in the winter. i do a lot of skiing and i think it is because of the cold. is there any product that i can use that will help? i have pretty sensitive skin so i'm not sure about using regular moisturizers. would a penis health cream work?,i live in a pretty cold climate and i’ve had the same experience. last winter i was using man1 man oil a penis health cream and it’s been super for me. it has natural moisturizers in it so they actually work on the dryness but they don’[t add anything that makes my skin react negatively. please do try it. good luck!
how is tuberculosis treated?,"a person with a positive skin test a normal chest x-ray and no symptoms most likely has only a few tb germs in an inactive state and is not contagious. nevertheless treatment with an antibiotic may be recommended for this person to prevent the tb from turning into an active infection. the antibiotic used for this purpose is called isoniazid. if taken for six to 12 months it will prevent the tb from becoming active in the future. in fact if a person with a positive skin test does not take inh there is a 5%-10% lifelong risk that the tb will become active. taking isoniazid can be inadvisable (contraindicated) during pregnancy or for those with alcoholism or liver disease. also isoniazid can have side effects. the side effects occur infrequently but a rash can develop and the patient can feel tired or irritable. liver damage from isoniazid is a rare occurrence and typically reverses once the drug is stopped. very rarely however especially in older people the liver damage (inh hepatitis) can even be fatal. it is important therefore for the doctor to monitor a patient's liver by periodically ordering blood tests called ""liver function tests"" during the course of inh therapy. another side effect of inh is a decreased sensation in the extremities referred to as a peripheral neuropathy. this can be avoided by taking vitamin b6 (pyridoxine) and this is often prescribed along with inh. a person with a positive skin test along with an abnormal chest x-ray and sputum evidencing tb bacteria has active tb and is contagious. active tb usually is accompanied by symptoms such as a cough fever weight loss and fatigue. active tb is treated with a combination of medications along with isoniazid. rifampin (rifadin) ethambutol (myambutol) and pyrazinamide are the drugs commonly used to treat active tb in conjunction with isoniazid (inh). four drugs are often taken for the first two months of therapy to help kill any potentially resistant strains of bacteria. then the number is usually reduced to two drugs for the remainder of the treatment based on drug sensitivity testing that is usually available by this time in the course. streptomycin a drug that is given by injection may be used as well particularly when the disease is extensive and/or the patients do not take their oral medications reliably (termed ""poor compliance""). treatment usually lasts for many months and sometimes for years. successful treatment of tb is dependent largely on the compliance of the patient. indeed the failure of a patient to take the medications is the most important cause of failure to cure the tb infection. in some locations the health department demands direct monitoring of patient compliance with therapy. surgery on the lungs may be indicated to help cure tb when medication has failed but in this day and age surgery for tb is unusual. treatment with appropriate antibiotics will usually cure the tb. without treatment however tuberculosis can be a lethal infection. therefore early diagnosis is important. those individuals who have been exposed to a person with tb or suspect that they have been should be examined by a doctor for signs of tb and screened with a tb skin test."
my boyfriend and i have as genotype advise how to avoid having sickle-cell disease babies?,hi there are less chances of baby developing sickle cell disease but not impossible. amniocentesis with genotyping and caryotyping during early pregnancy will help. thanks
can co2 levels of 73 or 74 mmhg during respiratory failure cause some form of brain damage like permanent short term memory loss?,co2 retention can lead to memory disorders and other cognitive difficulties however it is not permanent but it can takes a couple of years or more to return to normal. getting neurological consultation about taking some vitamins and supplements according to your case after evaluation can help.
my baby’s arms measure 7 weeks behind and her legs 2 weeks behind?,i do not think this is dwarfism. there are almost 6 weeks more for pregnancy to get complete. so if all the other organs have grown well even this will grow to normal. repeat test after 2 weeks take calcium and vitamin d rich tablets thanks
what's a smart way to live a long high-quality life?,"here are some helpful hints from the men and women who are the gold medal winners in the longevity marathon of life: 1) centenarians use their body reserves well. at birth you actually have excess capacity built into your body tissues organs and biological systems. this reserve declines gradually over time. the goal is to slow down this decrease in reserve. you’ll never guess how. yep we’re back to healthy lifestyle habits. you need to know that this decline can be insidious. that means you can actually lose most of an organ’s function before you actually experience symptoms. studies of the centenarians show that they tend to be more physically active throughout each day. they eat simply but tend to stick to whole foods. processed refined products are not a staple. 2) gerontologists have noted that you can make improvements in your lifestyle at any point in your lifespan and reap terrific benefits. if you begin to walk on a regular basis in your mid 40’s researchers have found that you can delay immobility to age 90 and beyond. get up and move already! aim to accrue 10 000 steps every day you can. 3) use it and you won’t lose it. scientists from the national institute of aging once noted that much of what we thought were the symptoms of aging are actually the symptoms of disuse. if you don’t use it you lose it. this applies to your physical as well as mental muscle. of course muscle strength declines with age. outside of athletes most of you will reach your peak muscle performance somewhere between the ages of 20 and 30. again because of that body reserve if you stay physically active you shouldn’t experience significant muscular incapacity until your 80’s or 90’s. add strength training to your physical activity routine now. if you do you’ll be able to stay physically independent and avoid disability and frailty. and whip out your sudoku and puzzles to keep your mind fresh and focused. 4) optimize your genes. i’ve got a reality blast for all of you folks who may be saying “oh heck my grandmother and mom lived well into their 90’s. i have great genes and i don’t have to try hard to live long. ” science shows that only about 20-30% of longevity is genetically determined. lifestyle is the critical factor. you can really make a significant impact on living long and well when you improve lifestyle habits. 5) wit passion and social connections keep you young. researchers with the new england centenarian study note that the majority of centenarians continue to do things they love (hey don’t knock knitting; it works! ) they’re often fun and feisty and they cherish and maintain social connections to family friends and their communities. whatever age you are today make sure you’re living a life rich with people you love to be around and that you’re out there doing professional work and hobbies for which you have a real passion. 6) aim to be a “stress shedder. ” dr. tom perls one of the top centenarian researchers noted in his book ""how to live to be 100 "" that the men and women he studied were “stress shedders. ” in other words they experience whatever stress occurs adapt and adjust and then move on. they don’t tend to drag the drama and trauma of life’s stresses around with them. this relieves them of mental weight and allows them to get on with embracing and enjoying life."
i do not have insurance right now so is there any over the counter treatment i can use for a genital herpe outbreak?,there is nothing over the counter however the manufacturer of the drug used to prevent outbreaks (valtrex) does have a patient assistance program which once you sign up will mail you a 3 month supply of the drug at one time. when that three months is almost over you will receive the next package. at the end of a year you'll have to be reassessed but if you still don't have insurance you will still qualify. the manufacturer is glaxo-smith kline the name of the program is bridges to access and here's the link: <link> i hope this helps!
experiencing problems with my bladder,it may be due to hormonal changes that usually occur at this age. anxiety and stress also are known causes. consult a doctor
i have erythrophobia (the fear of blushing) what can i do?,hi this is genetic disorder that occurs due to an overactive sympathetic nervous system combined with fear/anxiety. if its in early stages you can just be cured by a counseller. else you should consult psychiatrist and start appropriate anti-sympathetic medicines thanks
i am retired and have been on my husband's health insurance since retiring. . he wants to retire in the next year but of course we have to have insurance. we are almost 59 years old. he has had a health problem in the last year and since then takes a blood pressure medication. with this what are the chances of insurance for us and how expensive will it be? we would be in the $30-35 000 annual pay range.,the law guarantees coverage for you and your husband. and at the income level you cite you will likely qualify for tax credits to lower the cost of your insurance. begin shopping your options at healthcare. gov.
really irregular period lasting 12days first was light and past days has been brownish. why would it last so long? never has before. also its very light usually heavy period or just light on the last day. no change in routine tho am sexually active he pulls out is there a chance i could be pregnant? also my period came early and these last couple of days has been more like spotting any suggestions? no insurance right now so any advice would help. should i wait it out or buy a pg test?,okay - first you need to understand that periods can change especially as you get older with more stress more sex ect. the brown discharge is probably old blood and seeing as you said it had been 12 days that may explain why it is brown and spotting - and it can last several days after your period. pulling out is not a guarantee method of birth control (not that i am saying anything else is guaranteed) you maybe pregnant some women have their first period after conceiving. ovarian cyst are also maybe a possibility and any chance of toxic shock syndrome? but chances are it is just an abnormal period. if it continues or you start to have pain or new symptoms the only safe bet is to call your obgyn. good luck!
can wearing tight jeans cause numbness on my right thigh,i think it is possible. i have seen some very tight jeans in my practice. in order to know for sure why not switch to looser pants or a different non-constrictive outfit to see if the numbness improves. because there can be other causes of numbness i have no way of knowning specifically if this is the sole cause in your case unless i had the opportunity to examine you.
since i have a ppo insurance plan will i be given the choice between keeping my current plan or changing to obamacare? . if obamacare makes better financial sense.,if you buy insurance on your own and don't get it through a job or other group you can and should shop your insurance options before deciding to stay with your current plan.
had an ultrasound at two weeks and 4days we saw a small dot in the uterus where a egg would implant. could i be pregnant?,without seeing the ultrasound i really couldn't tell you the significance of that small dot. i can tell you that at 2 weeks and four days an ultrasound is usually not sensitive enough to pick up an early pregnancy.
is using baby powder or dry shampoo between shampoos bad for your hair?,it is not bad for your hair or scalp. just odd. if your hair is greasy or dirty it would be better just to allow the time to wash it properly so you don't smell like baby powder.
does anxiety make you lightheaded?,hi found you this real nice link and its covers anxiety and lightheadiness so should be of real help to you and there is a test. <link> just copy link into google to the www. to open and read. if this does not help just google natural ways out of depression and anxiety your find lots of drug free ways of help and your find that meditation is one of them as this is a real help as it well help you to breath more easily and that will help control your anxiety. do hope you find the help you need. good luck
7 year old girl respiratory infection rash taste buds enlarged reactive airway and cough variant asthma?,hi she may be having allergic bronchitis. the medicines that she has been taking are correct. the symptoms she is getting are due to bronchospasm. this can be treated by 3 hourly nebulistaion bronchodialtors. spirometry is indicated in this case to assess the lung capacity. thank you
would hormone replacement help? 10yrs post hysterectomy chills sweats insomnia nausea foggy thinking tired. for 2 months i have experienced chills sweats nausea no appetite insomnia fatigue low energy. could this be hormone related? seems unlikely after 10 years to have menopausal symptoms show up and run for 2 months solid,hi all depends what age you had your hysterectomy if you was young then yes you could still be going through the menopause symptoms. the best thing you can do is see your doctor and ask for a blood test for your hormones this will show if the out of whack if they are and your not above a certain age then you could probably go on hrt after you have had you hormones adjusted. but talk to your doctor or gyno. good luck
can i reduce weight by going to gym?,you are overweight. you have to reduce your weight to around 65 kg to live a healthy life. your lipid status and blood pressure may become normal once you shed those extra kilos. going to the gym is a good initiative and i suggest you not to lift weights until you become 90 kg. first reduce your weight by severe dieting eating very less. i suggest you to walk daily for 40 minutes quickly like 6 km per hour after one or two months convert it into jogging. within two months you must be doing two hours of this every day. after reducing 10 kg you do one hour jogging and one hour gym activity. and never stop your dieting and exercise ever in your life. it will lead to getting the same weight again. for further information consult a general medicine physician online --> <link>
can 2 people be allergic to fabric softner at the same time?,sure. and you don't even have to be identical twins.
what are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?,"the most definitive symptom of bipolar disorder is alternating cycles of mania and depression. in the manic phase behaviors include: dramatic increase in energy with a decreased need for sleep. racing thoughts that are sometimes expressed during rapid-fire conversation. feelings of being ""high"" or euphoric -- as if they could do almost anything. easy distractibility and sometimes irritability. poor judgment -- for example purchasing things one can't afford or use. an increased need for sex and reckless sexual behaviors. alcohol or drug abuse particularly cocaine and sleeping pills. aggressive behavior sometimes provocative. denial that anything is wrong or different. in the depressive stage behaviors can include: persistent sadness anxiety or a feeling of ""emptiness. "" pessimism or hopelessness that is not justified by circumstances. feelings of guilt worthlessness or helplessness. extreme fatigue loss of interest in pleasurable activities. decreased interest in sex. sleep disturbances. food issues - loss of appetite and weight or increased appetite and weight gain. suicidal thoughts or attempts."
what nutrients do you lose when ejaculating or masterbating. do you lose testerone? .,i answered your previous question. you are really concerned about these things so i will address a few more of your concerns: the nutrients that you may lose ejaculating is negligible. only a few calories. you will not become nutrient deficient from masturbating nor do you need to take any vitamin or mineral supplements. you do not lose testosterone when you masturbate. as a matter of fact part of your urge to masturbate has a bit to do with your high testosterone level. your testosterone level is safe. to sum up: you will not stunt your growth grow hair on your palms or end up in a mental institution from masturbation. masturbation is safe. much safer than sex (and more convenient).
what can i do if my prenatal vitamin makes me nauseous?,some prenatal vitamins can cause nausea in an already nauseous pregnant woman. if your prenatal vitamins make you sick talk to your general practitioner. he or she may be able to prescribe a different kind of prenatal vitamin (for example chewable or liquid vitamins as opposed to those you swallow whole may be better tolerated by some women).
how is fatigue an early sign of pregnancy?,feeling unusually fatigued is an early pregnancy symptom that can occur as soon as one week after you conceive. the excessive tiredness is often related to a high level of progesterone in your system although other things such as lower levels of blood sugar lower blood pressure and increased blood production can all contribute. fatigue not related to pregnancy can be caused by stress physical exhaustion depression a common cold or flu or other illnesses. if your fatigue is related to pregnancy it's important to make sure you get plenty of rest; eating foods that are rich in protein and iron can help offset it.
i have pain discomfort almost non-stop frequent urination my life has become miserable?,mark heitov. thanks for your reply. now it is clear so you got it. it is mainly about the stone treatment before going to further treatments or investigations. i wish these ideas helps and wishing you speedy recovery. please follow up with results of treatment and feel free to come back to question doctors. come anytime. thanks
my 12 yr old brother has not had any vaccinations. how would he go about being immunized now? the immunization schedule. here in alberta begins at 2 months. for whatever reason my parents did not immunize my brother. he frequently gets acute bronchitis (for about a week) and always gets bronchitis when he gets sick. the last time i had taken him in for antibiotics the doctor asked if he had all his vaccinations. i told him that i thought he was up to date with his immunization schedule but later found out he had never been immunized. how would being vaccinated affect my brother frequently having bronchitis?,"in the u. s. the centers for disease control has a ""catch-up"" vaccination schedule (<link> but i am not sure if canada has a similar resource. i am a huge supporter of vaccines but realistically being vaccinated may not be protective against bronchitis (which is usually viral). influenza and pneumonia vaccines may help him however."
schould a stress test take 2&1/2 hrs?,no. that would be stressful for the patient and the person conducting the test. unless they are doing more than just a stress test (in which case it could take longer) this test usually takes less than a half-hour or so; a bit longer for some.
what's the secret to cooking great fish?,i love fish. i think it’s one of the quickest and easiest dinners to make and also from what i gather one of the most intimidating. i know people that will never make it for fear of ruining it. on the other side i know people who don’t cook it because they have had so much overcooked or fishy-tasting fish that they think they don’t like it. i want to encourage you to not be freaked out by fish and get a few tips to add it into your weeknight meals. and if you’re already cooking it these tips may add some ease to cooking or give you some new inspiration. 5 tips to great fish 1. buy your fish from a fish counter whenever possible. many grocery stores have fishmongers who can tell you what is freshest. if you want a mild flavor stick to wild fish and fresh not frozen. 2. use a high heat and cook quick! a piece of fish that is under-a-half-inch thick will cook under a broiler on high in less than five minutes. 3. use citrus and herbs as finishing flavors. just by squeezing fresh lemon juice at the end and topping with chopped fresh basil cilantro dill or mint you can have gourmet-tasting fish in seconds! 4. use spice rubs. many spice rubs for chicken or beef work great on fish. 5. top with fruit salsas. mango and lime pineapple and cilantro or peach and basil. finely chop fruit add an herb some extra virgin olive oil finely diced onion or shallot lemon or lime salt and pepper. you will wow yourself and your guests. remember to look for fish that are high in omega-3s (salmon pollock sole flounder shrimp and catfish) and try to avoid ones high in mercury (swordfish and shark) and other contaminates. a good resource is the seafood watch guide from the monterey bay aquarium. this will bring you to seafood guides that are regional so you can follow this based on where you live — northeast southwest etc.
how do symptoms of celiac disease differ with age of onset?,in the past celiac disease was considered to be a disease primarily of infants and children. it is now clear that initial signs and symptoms of celiac disease can occur in adults and even in the elderly. symptoms in infants infants with celiac disease typically have diarrhea steatorrhea abdominal cramps abdominal distension irritability muscle wasting and failure to thrive and grow. these symptoms typically occur after the introduction of gluten-containing cereals into their diets. symptoms in children children with celiac disease typically have diarrhea increased amounts of fat in the stool (steatorrhea) flatulence (passing gas) short stature and weight loss. proper treatment with a gluten-free diet can lead to accelerated (catch-up) growth in height; however if untreated childhood celiac disease can result in short stature as an adult. as children with celiac disease enter adolescence many will experience spontaneous remissions (reduced symptoms) and remain free of the signs and symptoms of celiac disease until later in adulthood. this later reactivation can be precipitated by stress such as pregnancy or surgery. symptoms in adults adults with celiac disease may have symptoms of diarrhea steatorrhea weight loss and flatulence; however many adults do not have diarrhea or steatorrhea. they have either no symptoms or only vague abdominal discomfort such as bloating abdominal distension and excess gas. they also may have only one or a few signs of malnutrition such as iron deficiency anemia abnormal bleeding or bone fractures. some individuals with celiac disease and gastrointestinal symptoms are mistakenly diagnosed to have irritable bowel syndrome (ibs). there have been changes during the past 20 years in the way in which celiac disease is diagnosed. the average age at which celiac disease is diagnosed has increased probably because of the increased awareness that the disease can first cause symptoms or signs in adults. whereas in the past diarrhea was the initial symptom in 80% of patients it now is the initial symptom in only 40%. a small proportion of patients - about 15% - are now diagnosed with blood antibody tests because they have a close relative with celiac disease and they are being screened to see if they also have the disease.
i am still having trouble with the aca website in getting information for enrollment (i can log in though). when will this be available?,the government has said the site will be fixed by december 1st. in the meantime though difficult some people have had success signing up. you can also apply by phone by mail or in person. for more details go to healthcare. gov.
what should i do if someone takes an overdose of zerit?,if you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of zerit get medical help right away. contact a doctor or a poison control center.
does acyclovir cancel out birth control,acyclovir should not interfere with birth control (oral contraceptives) but if you are concerned you can use an additional form of contraception like condoms while you are taking this anti-viral drug.
as a grandmother of a child with this should i stay away from my other sons newborn?,with what?
i have chronic shortness of breath?,iron deficiency anemia can cause such shortened and weakened breath. but other respiratory related conditions need to be ruled out by a physician before labelling it as simply anemia
what can you use to protect yourself from infection during oral sex?,1. condoms - don't forget they can come in flavors 2. you can cut a condom open and use it as a covering for oral sex with a female. 3. plastic wrap found at your local grocery store can be used. it may help reduce risk as well.
should i cancel surgery if i took 400mg ibuprofen 30 hours before and garlic and chondroitin 48 hours prior to surgery? . on 12/17 i am to have arthroscopic shoulder surgery. i just now (12/16) read over the pre-surgery instructions. i take garlic and chondroitin on a daily basis. i took both of them on evening of 12/14. i also took 400mg of ibuprofen on evening of 12/15. do i need to cancel surgery?,hi is just chondroitin or chondroitin and glucosamine and was this for osteoarthritis? this could be ok garlic would be ok a part from the fact it’s a blood thinner and it would depend on how long it works found you this bit of info. garlic can thin the blood (reduce the ability of blood to clot) in a manner similar to aspirin. this effect may be a problem during or after surgery. use garlic with caution if you are planning to have surgery or dental work or if you have a bleeding disorder. but cant find how long the effects work. the ibuprofin could be your down full as you know its anti-inflammatory and i think your find that there is a 48 hour window for it to clear your system. this is why i said it would be best to get in touch with your surgeon as its 30 hours he may let it go. don’t forget its your health and life your putting on the line. good luck
will cipro help with sinus infection and respitory,depends. if the cause of the sinus infection or respiratory problem is bacterial and the particular bacteria is felt to be medically-sensitive to this potent antibiotic than it may help. most sinus and respiratory infections are viral however and viruses do not respond to any antibiotic. it is best that you avoid self-treatment using an previously-prescribed medication or a medication that was prescribed for others.
my daughter a high school senior who will graduate in may 2014 will be 19 in november. . does she need to get health insurance coverage on her own? my son and daughter are both on medicaid set to recertify in december according to dcbs. do i need to go on the website to qualify/shop for insurance or wait until december and recertify through dcbs?,both your son and daughter will want to recertify their medicaid coverage. assuming you are not covered by medicaid you can go onto the website to shop for yourself. if you want coverage to start january 1 2014 you'll need to buy a plan by december 15 2013.
i don't have income so am i required to have health insurance? . if so where can i apply or enroll in some insurance in my state?,without income you are likely to qualify for medicaid coverage which would provide you with insurance at no cost. if your state isn't expanding medicaid you may qualify for highly subsidized health insurance. you can check your options at healthcare. gov.
my 8-month-old daughter just developed this sore/rash on her scalp?,seems to be allergic eczema with signs of early secondary infection. apply local anti allergic creams for 3 days. if it does not show any signs of improvement do consult a dermatologist. do not neglect.
how soon can i get pregnant after removing my implanon and not having a period for 4 years? . my husband and i are planning to have our first child and i removed my implanon birth control 5 days ago and have not had a period for 4 years. i am not sure when my ovulation is due to the fact i have not had a period in years. please advise.,hi its a big question that you ask for something so simple to happen ie getting pregnant. ok i think you find that you need to start by waiting and getting your periods back let them get back into a cycle for 3 months this is so things settle down and then off you go and try to start a family. but be warned this could take some time like a year or more. i do hope this helps in some way sometimes life is hard but try not to worry and relax and carry on enjoying life. good luck
we lost our only daughter 1 year ago i have severe upper back pain head ache memory loss and difficultly breathing?,first i am very sorry for your loss and i understand what you have gone through. may god gives you strength and patience. in my opinion you are suffering peripheral neuropathy and psychological anxiety disorder. you need to see a neuro psychiatrist and increase your vitamin b intake in your diet. regards.
will cornstarch help get rid of a yeast infection for babies,no. cornstarch has been used to help control moisture. and moisture can predispose a baby to yeast but the best treatment for a diaper yeast infection would be a cream or ointment that is specifically for yeast (micatin lotrimin monistat etc. ).
what is diarrhea?,"doctors usually define diarrhea as a significant increase in the total weight of stool passed in a single day. most people however think of diarrhea as an illness during which they have more frequent loose watery stools. almost everyone has diarrhea at some point in his or her life. in developing countries where illnesses that cause diarrhea are more common and where health care is less readily available diarrhea is a major health concern because of its potential to cause severe life-threatening dehydration. infants and the elderly are more prone to dehydration from diarrhea. diarrhea that comes on suddenly and goes away over a period of a couple of weeks is usually referred to as ""acute diarrhea. "" most people with acute diarrhea recover on their own. diarrhea that lasts more than four weeks is thought of as ""chronic diarrhea. "" typically chronic diarrhea requires medical care to find the underlying cause and treat complications such as dehydration."
i suffer from neck and shoulder blade pain for 3 years now and the doctors don’t know what is wrong and it’s getting worse?,first of all you seem to be having a diet low in protein and you need to get more protein in your food. your heart rate might be due to some type of stress or anxiety disorder. this pain in your neck is really weird and i would like to ask you some questions trying to reach a diagnosis. what makes pain worse? is there a difference between summer and winter? do you have any numbness? where? what type of person you are active or inactive? your pain will probably be a chronic myofacial pain syndrome. according to the sequence you described.
i have itchy skin at the back of my right thigh what kind of skin condition is this?,try to use topical steroids with emollients or calcinirium inhibitors i think this is a bug bite which caused you eczema in this place
i have fibrosis one breast is much bigger than the other…normal?,hi. if the breast has no palpable lump or if it is not painful. then you should not be worried. get a mammogram done to be sure. thanks
the dr. called my mothers bleeding ulcer a stress ulcer. what does that mean?,"i'm sorry your mother is going through this and hope the ulcer heals soon. what your doctor called a ""bleeding ulcer"" is usually called a "" peptic ulcer "" today. the likely reason the doctor called this a ""stress ulcer"" is because it used to be thought that mental or emotional stress caused an increase in the production of stomach acid which in turn could eat through a small area of the stomach lining and cause an ulcer (which is a little sore on the inside of the stomach or intestine). however there's no real scientific evidence to support the theory that mental stress causes an increase in stomach acid that leads to ulcers. this relationship may exist but it's not proven. it's still being investigated. that said if your mother is under a lot of stress in her life she owes it to herself to engage in some stress reduction activities. simple things like taking five minutes to close her eyes and focus on deep breathing exercises can help reduce stress levels. physical activity also is a great stress management tool. listening to music praying or meditating going for a walk -- any or all of these things can reduce the body's physical response to mental stress. if your mom needs help with stress management she can find many resources on the internet. wishing you both well!"
dr. said that quantity of semen improve over 6 months but not quality. is there any hope of pregnancy? . when to the doctor 6 months ago after trying to get pregnant. it was discovered that poor quality and quantity was the issue. i eat healthy exercise most morning and drink average amount of water. . 6 months later after trying wellman contraceptive the quantity of semen improved but not the quality. therefore still disappointed with the news and outcome. is there any hope?,"a lot depends on why your quality is low. i think you mean something other than a contraceptive when you talk about this ""wellman"" product because contraceptive means that it would prevent pregnancy. some men have poor quality sperm if their testes are too warm for too long. are you either wearing no underwear or wearing boxers? i know you say your diet is good but are you getting a little fat every day and eating plenty of fruits and vegetables and protein? you want to find out what is affecting your quality and fix that if you can."
i have had a pain in my lower left quadrant of my stomach?,hi this can be related to ovaries or renal system. before colonoscopy i would recommended ultrasound scan of abdomen with renal function tests. anti-spasmodics will help. thanks
i am in good shape but my back is killing me. what can i do?,the significant pain and i would assume stiffness may be a symptom of a type of arthritis. unfortunately both osteoarthritis (degenerative) and certain types of inflammatory arthritis (things like rheumatoid arthritis) can cause morning pain and stiffness. in general the pain from inflammatory arthritis lasts longer usually over an hour than degenerative arthritis but it can vary. also degenerative conditions often hurt again at the end of the day or after being sedentary for long periods of time like a long car ride. . given the severity of your symptoms i would suggest scheduling a visit with your pcp and discussing this problem. he or she may want to get some x-rays or diagnostic lab tests to try and help sort this out. . (it could be) either the onset of some age-related arthritis or inflammatory arthritis.
can my girl get pregnant if my penus is not cleaned off after coming and i continue to have sex? . every time my girlfriend and i have sex i always pull out before i come and clean my penus off. but this time i pulled out and forgot to clean myself before we continue to have sex. can she get pregnant if i didn't come inside her?,actually your girl can get pregnant even though you're pulling out ejaculating and then cleaning off your penis. men emit seminal fluid prior to ejaculation and this fluid can contain sperm -- which can fertilize an egg if one is present. withdrawal (pulling out) is not considered an effective form of birth control. if you desire to avoid pregnancy (and also sexually transmitted diseases) you should consider using a condom whenever you have sex. used correctly a condom is a very effective form of birth control. see this article on how to use a condom. hope this helps!
why do children need fluoride?,fluoride hardens teeth and makes them less susceptible to tooth decay. about 50% of children have at least one cavity by age 5 so fluoride is an absolute necessity.
what are some gentle safe and not to rigorous exercises you can do as a woman trying to conceive?,first check with your physician and make sure it's safe for you to exercise as some pre-exhisting conditions might prohibit you from exercising during your pregnancy. after you've received your physicians ok heres some low impact activities that you might enjoy. 1. walking: easy to do and you control how rigorous it is. click on the link pasted and and it will take you to an article that maps out exactly how to safely start a walking program <link> 2. water aerobics: many health and swim clubs offer these classes and since your performing the exercises in the water there is very little stress on the body. i know in my area a couple of facilities offer aqua aerobics specifically for expectant mothers. if you want some more info click on the hyperlink below to find out more <link> 3. yoga. however due to the high heat any class labeled bikram or hot should be avoided. also avoid poses that really work the abdominal muscles after the first trimester. in the link pasted below you'll find some great info on yoga and pregnancy <link> also be sure to visit webmds pregnancy center at <link> theres tons of great info and a discussion community you could join. while i've listed a few alternatives here i'm sure the members there definitely have some good alternatives to offer. whatever you decide on the key is to start slowly and gradually increase your duration and intensity. remember how much and how hard you work really depends on what your goals are. one of the things i find so interesting about exercise is not how much you have to do but how little you have to do to receive some sort of benefit.
i have constant rectal pressure and numbess in my legs and feet? . i have ms hpv and a damaged liver. i am on copazone injections for ms prozac for depression and ridilin to assist with energy. my bilirubin was low on the last blood test. i have pap tests every three months and have been frozen twice. i had a hysterectomy and my cervix is all that is left.,norma gerena
i am 26 and i have started developing some wrinkles. how can i get rid of them?,the single most important treatment for your age group is proper sun protection. the majority of wrinkles up to 90% are caused by sun exposure. if you simply moisturize and use proper sun smart behavior some wrinkles will naturally soften or disappear. the next step would be to look for products that contain retinol retinyl propionate tretinoin retinoic acid.
i had a spider crawl in my ear got out but i was left with an ear infection?,hi. yes you can restart the regimen and rather you should restart the antibiotics and pain relievers orally as well as ear drops for proper eradication of infection. also avoid picking the ears with ear buds and exposure to moisture like during swimming. hope you get better soon.
coumadin prescribed a year ago for pe. d/c d/t gi bleed. asa ordered. is this sufficient?,"i'm going to say if your health care provider feels aspirin (asa) is sufficient for your blood thinning needs then i'd go with that assessment. your health care provider is in the best position to judge the situation because he or she knows your complete medical history. in general it's not unusual to step down from a ""big gun"" blood thinner like warfarin (coumadin) at some point after a person has experienced a pulmonary embolism (pe). this is because the pe likely has stabilized by now (that is you haven't had more symptoms that would indicate the pe has gotten larger) and now you only need an anticoagulant (blood thinner) to help prevent another clot. aspirin therapy works quite well for this purpose. hope this helps set your mind at ease!"
burning rash with pimples not going away which developed in inner butt after applying vicks vapor rub on a hemorrhoid. painful hemorrhoid since 9 days tried otc prep h suppository no relief. . someone said apply vicks vapor rub on the hemorrhoid gave it a try out of desperation my skin around the hemorrhoid in the butt crack burnt and some sort of a rash with blisters or pimples on each side of the crack appeared too painful and i have tried applying hydro-cortisone diaper rash cream triple h antibiotic cream zinc oxide nothing is working. peeing or washing with water even makes it burn like hell.,hi this is a visual thing you really need to see your own doctor on this one and do explain how you come by them. good luck
i get severe cramping in my hands and feet almost daily i am a african-american male 67 years old is this a stroke? . does daily severe foot and leg cramping indicate strokes? i am 67 yrs. old and african american?,it would not be prudent or even possible to determine if someone was experiencing a stroke blindly over the internet. strokes are unilateral (one sided) and severe daily foot or leg cramping are not signs one would experience. these symptoms could indicate vascular problems or even neurological disorders however so they deserve a complete evaluation by your medical provider. expect some diagnostic tests; including blood tests and perhaps a low back x-ray or doppler imaging studies of your lower extremities if your medical provider feels these tests are necessary. never underestimate the wisdom of your bodies to give us warning signs so please do not ignore these symptoms.
sharp pains in back of head. loud ringing in my ear. head feels like it is being crushed? .,hisuch headaches can occur due to some intra-cranial pathologies especially in the pesterior cranial fossa. it can also affect the ear functions. at your age such symptoms are not expected and i suggest you should get a ct scan of brain done straight away. take analgesic tablets to get temporary relief though. thanks.
colonoscopy & a sigmoidoscopy. what's the difference between a colonoscopy & a sigmoidoscopy?,a colonoscopy goes further up the colon to look for precancerous polyps and requires sedation - performed at a surgery center in most cases. a sigmoidoscopy only sees the most distal part of the colon is usually done in the office. the colonoscopy is the preferred test.
been getting chest pains for years ekg shows problem p wave. did i have heart attack?,hi i do not think this is a heart attack. p-wave is indicative of right atrial functioning and the p wave abnormality may be due to structural or functional variations in right atrium. i recommend you to get a stress test and 2 d echo with or without angiography done to rule out other cardiac abnormalities. thanks
what illnesses often co-exist with bipolar disorder?,i was diagnosed with bipolar disorder with major highs (euphoria) appx 9 years ago that co-occured with adult adhd aggressive personality and anger issues. i was medicated with lamicta serquel and adderall. needless to say i was on a roller coaster and after a while no longer desired medical help. over the last 4 years i've slipped off into a whirl wind of mental problems. i have now encountered high blood pressure tmj panic attacks multiple fractures in my lower limbs (without known cause) due to avascular necrosis which is medical terms for death of bone i also over the last 2 1/2 years had constant headaches with up to as many as 12 migraines (go to the er type) a month i do not sleep well and grind my teeth in return broken them i have unexplained pains and aches throughout most of my body on a daily bases some that go as quickly as they came my outburst are 10x worse now than ever. mostly in the evening time when my children and husband get home my reproductive system after stopping treatment failed and unfortunately after 3 cyst were removed and my sons premature birth i was basically pushed into having a partial hystercotomy i have sinus infections around every 6-8 weeks with 3 known cyst in my left sinus cavities. i just recently (last week) went back to my dr a new one and briefly told her what my issues were and how i havent been treated in several years. she has started me on a low dose of adderall again and recommended i see a specialist to combine biopolar treatment. she doesnt know my deepest struggles or demons and i've learned to mask my problems around strangers if possible so answering her questionnaire was simple as not being quite honest due to my own fears of being judged. bipolar affected my grandmother my aunt one of my cousins. i'd say my mother is borderline and my younger brother is. i unfortunately see it in my daughter who is only 5 and my oldest son who is nearly 10 is hard to tell cause he is adhd but i believe it is masking bipolar because he is very depressed alot but also has been through some tough stuff with me and other problems. i have found that i turn to other releases due to pain management of other physical issues though i feel okay for an hour or so any pain meds prescribed to me tend to accelerate my mood swings and i've found them to be addicting mentally though i never intended to use them for other than my multiple breaks. my adderall definitely intensifies panic mainly in the evening. but its ultimately a huge help for the morning due to shuffling kids and my husband and i own our own company. i cant work with the public due to this nor be in social situations. my marriage has been a disaster for atleast 2 1/2 years and it is me but now my husband has became moody as well and i do whole heartedly believe it started due to my mental problems. i do not at the moment take anything other than my adderall and pain meds for my fractures and honestly decided today i dont really think adderall is the best thing unless im treated with something else for the moods. i still have to make an appt with a specialized dr and treatment will take quite sometime because of my fear of drs due to years back when all this started they put me on so so so many different meds i felt like a lab rat and nothing seemed to truly work and i dont really honestly open up to a dr. i will never tell them about my addictions nor will i ever tell them my increased thoughts of suicide. many things can co-exist with bipolar. mimic it. mask it. and everyone is different. it is a horrible disease unfortunately and is something when you hit rock bottom if you have the courage and will to get help you will. if you are like me you'll ruin everything you have because of fear. and honestly this is the first time i've truly opened up about certain things i feel or that i have associated with my bipolar. some may see these things or believe i experience these things but i do not truly discuss them with anyone not my mother. my husband (most i do) or my dr.
i got 2 perfect round completely red circles on my back possibly ringworm? occasionally i get an itch but nothing bad. . i noticed the other day i had 2 completely red perfect circles on my back they look to have really little pimples maybe blisters on them my first thought was ring worms but i havent seem and thats completely red most have a ring like fade to them although i have read it can be solid red havent had any sickness or anything with it just an occasion itch but rarely brother thinks maybe masquito bite but i just wanna make sure so if i know to buy the cream or what not. .,sounds like ringworm. i teach martial arts so i see it on a weekly basis. unfortunately.
i have been receiving testtoserone injections due to low testosterone can they cause nodules lumpiness inside penis?,testosterone can cause pain at the injection site and other symptoms but it's not injected into the penis. peyronie's disease is a condition that leads to deformities of the shaft of the penis. a curved penis or lumps/nodules along the shaft is often what is seen on exam. and so you may want to see your urologist. it's more common that you think. men who don't engage in sex may not realize that the deformities/lumps exist since this is often not seen in a flaccid penis. in some men this condition can cause pain difficulty with sex and erectile dysfunction. while genetics and trauma have some association to peyronie's disease the exact cause of this condition is not known. there are medications to treat the symptoms associated with the condition. these include medications or surgery in severe cases.
what is the purpose of a salt water gargle for a sore throat? . why would you use this method? what does the salt provide to help with the sore throat?,"saline gargles (a weak salt solution of 1/4 tsp of salt to 8 oz of water) used as a gargle will help sooth a sore throat and loosen any exudate (that ""white stuff"") that often accumulates on or around the tonsils. most people tend to overdo the salt part. making it too strong to tolerate."
can you have a period while pregnant? . my girlfriend and i have been having protected sex (condom) and her period was about a week late. i've heard that girls can still have their period a couple months into pregnancy. i've made sure that i used the condom correctly and she has taken tests and came up negative. am i just paranoid?,you probably are paranoid if the test are negative however a female can still have a period while pregnant. this is a result of very low hcg counts. if a female has periods and negative test without any other symptoms she is probably not pregnant but if the other symptoms appear sore breast enlarged abdomen nausea and vomiting etc then the blood test are advised and next a vaginal ultrasound.
can i get hiv by using infected towel?,hiv needs special methods to transfer from someone to another… through fluid exchange like blood transfusion using same syringe having sex all of there are not applicable to you. so no need to worry.
are there any warnings for the drug excedrin ib?,nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (including ibuprofen) may rarely increase the risk for a heart attack or stroke. the risk may be greater if you have heart disease or increased risk for heart disease (for example due to smoking family history of heart disease or conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes) or with longer use. this drug should not be taken right before or after heart bypass surgery (cabg). this drug may infrequently cause serious (rarely fatal) bleeding from the stomach or intestines. this effect can occur without warning at any time while taking this drug. older adults may be at higher risk for this effect. stop taking ibuprofen and get medical help right away if you notice any of these rare but serious side effects: black/tarry stools persistent stomach/abdominal pain vomit that looks like coffee grounds chest/jaw/left arm pain shortness of breath unusual sweating confusion weakness on one side of the body slurred speech sudden vision changes. talk to your doctor or pharmacist about the benefits and risks of taking this drug.
i am suffering from poly cystic ovarian disease?,i recommend you to consult a nutritionist and physiotherapist the will help you a lot in losing weight surgical treatment is another option for treating pco
my wife is pregnant for 4 months now but she doesn't wanna have sex with me what should i do? cheat or wait? . she keeps making excuses and say im not in the mood of sex im tired and more. what should i do?,umm wait! i mean she didnt get in this situation by herself. men dont understand how it is to be pregnant. sometimes it isnt comfortable to have sex when your pregnant! not to mention your getting bigger and bigger everyday and you have all these hormones going crazy. just be patient she'll come around!
what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for colorectal cancer metastatic or recurrent?,tests to help your doctor see if colorectal cancer has metastasized or recurred include: an abdominal ultrasound to find the cause of pain or swelling in your abdomen. a colonoscopy to see if cancer has returned to your intestine. blood tests to find out if cancer has returned ( cea ) or to find the cause of symptoms such as weakness fatigue fever bruising or weight loss ( complete blood count and blood profile ). a chest x-ray to find the cause of symptoms such as persistent coughing coughing up blood chest pain or difficult breathing. a ct scan mri or pet scan to see if colorectal cancer has spread into the chest or organs in the abdomen or pelvis. a brain ct scan or mri to look into symptoms such as confusion paralysis numbness vision problems vertigo or headaches. a biopsy such as a liver biopsy or a lung biopsy to find out where the cancer cells have spread. a bone scan to find out whether cancer cells have spread to the bones. what to think about colorectal cancer often comes back even after successful treatment. if you had colorectal cancer in the past pay close attention to your body and see your doctor regularly. tell your doctor about any changes such as decreased appetite bloating or an increase in the size of your belly. your cancer may return even if you do everything you can to prevent it. if this happens focus on what you and your doctor can do to treat your symptoms to help you feel better and live longer. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
how long does thc stay in your system?,"this question doesn't have a straightforward answer unfortunately. the active ingredient in marijuana is called delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol or ""thc"" for short. when a person smokes marijuana the thc is rapidly absorbed by the body which causes the person to feel ""high. "" this effect is short-lived lasting maybe three or four hours. however an inactive form of thc (called delta thc-acid) deposits itself in the fatty tissue. this is called the ""metabolite"" of thc. many marijuana tests don't look for active thc in the blood stream or urine. instead they look for this thc metabolite. despite a common belief that it takes longer for heavy pot users to ""test clean"" than someone who smoked marijuana just one time there isn't much scientific evidence to support that idea. every individual's body is unique. some people's bodies may clear the thc metabolite more rapidly than others. detecting thc depends on the type of test used also. some very sensitive tests can measure delta thc-acid levels up to 25 days after the person stopped using marijuana. while it would be nice to have a solid answer to the question of how long thc stays in your system after smoking marijuana it's just not possible to say with certainty."
can i take benadryl with zyrtec. my wife has hives on her chest and arms that just poped up last night.,why would you want to take two antihistamines. you may want to talk to a doctor and get a stronger prescription antihistamine if either of these are not very effective for you.
can a women get pregnant after ovulation and while she is having her period?,"it depends how long after actual ovulation. if one knows the actual date of ovulation conception can occur up to 72 hours after ovulation as sperm can live inside the cervix for up to 72 hours under ideal conditions. an oocyte/egg has at least a 48 hour lifespan after ovulation. as you may know the most likely time to conceive is about 14 days before the start of your next period. so if one had a regular 28 day cycle ovulation is around day 14; a regular 34 day cycle will have an ovulation around day 20. if one has a regular 24 day cycle ovulation can be as early as cycle day 10. the problem arises among women who have periods/bleeds which are not linked to an ovulation. these ""non-ovulatory bleeds"" can occur randomly as the too thick lining of the uterus begins to shed on its own. the woman in this case could have a bleed and then an ovulation anytime thereafter. an even more risky scenario would be the women who mistakes bleeding associated with the release of an egg/oocyte as a period. in that case she could get pregnant from intercourse during her ""supposed period"" because she is actually at a very fertile time. bottom line getting pregnant during a ""real"" period is unlikely--especially if it has been 14 days since ovulation occurred. if [there is a concern] do a reliable pregnancy test about two weeks after the date of intercourse. a urine test should be reliable around the time of [the] expected period. lastly if a woman is really scared about having an unplanned pregnancy the worry can cause her flow to be late. . a urine pregnancy test can help resolve any concerns. yes"
why can't i open my mouth? . last monday i went to the school nurse at my university. her first reaction to looking at me and my throat was strep. when she tested me for it it showed i was negative for strep. when my culture came back it was positive for type c strep. she gave me a z-pac and i was on that for 5 days. the pain became unbearable.,my jaw hurt as well as my throat on the left side but the pain soon subsided breifly. that thursday there was hardly any pain but around 9 pm. there was so much pressure on my jaw that i walked into my house with tears rolling down my face. i tried a warm bath submerging my face and ears in the water because my ears felt like they were bleeding and being jabbed with needles as they did when i went to the nurse the first time. i tried to gargle salt water drink hot drinks cold drinks ice heat pads alternating tylenol and ibuprofen nothing was helping. friday morning i woke my mom up still crying because of the terrible pain and she took me to a family clinic. i couldn't open my mouth enough for them to look inside but they did look in my ear and said it was fine that it was pain from my throat. they gave me a shot of penicillin and 12 tylenol 3. i've been taking the tylenol 3 every 5 hours as prescribed and the pain never lets up. i don’t think the penicillin hasn't kicked in and it has been over 24 hours. my jaw is still causing me a lot of pain and i still cannot open my mouth! please help me!
is there any decongestant or over-the-counter products besides benadryl that will help with the congestion?,one of the questions i have for this patient is they state that they have congestion. so i am questioning as to why they are using an antihistamine such as benadryl or zyrtec. in the case of a congestion patient you want to use things like in a pregnancy patient especially things like a saline nasal spray you don't want to use a sudafed containing product because those aren't exactly for approve for use in a pregnant woman. but if she has like itchy eyes or things like that then we want to make sure that the doctor healthcare providers or where the fact that she is having these symptoms. she may have actually using too much of a combination product for too many things that she really didn't have. if she is not sneezing. or she doesn't have a runny nose and she doesn't feel like there is a drip running down the back of her throat causing a cough there really isn't need for her to take benadryl. so as a pharmacist i am going to ask her a few more questions including the fact of where is she in her pregnancy how long has she had these symptoms for and what are her symptoms and she may end up needing no product at all.
are there any treatments for adult hormonal acne? . i am a 46 year woman who suffers from severe adult acne. i never had bad acne as a teen/young adult but the past years it has gotten very bad. i regularly wash my face every morning and night and the acne i do get is deeper in the skin as opposed to just clogged pores on the surface. i have tried many over the counter creams cleansers and toners but are there any other products or treatments specifically effective for adult hormonal acne someone could recommend?,i had the same thing and the only solution i ever found was low dose birth control pills. it generally gets worse as your estrogen/androgen levels shift as you age so many times low dose hormone therapy is the solution. this kind of acne can also be a sign of ovarian cysts so it would be a good idea to chat with your gynecologist just to rule that out.
is there a procedure to get pregnant after a complete hysterectomy?,unfortunately it is not possible to carry a pregnancy without a uterus. however there are many options out there that can allow you to have a family still!
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of tambocor?,if overdose is suspected contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. symptoms of overdose may include: severe nausea/vomiting seizures very slow heartbeat severe dizziness fainting.
what's a safe simple heartburn treatment?,many doctors and pharmacists suggest over-the-counter antacids for occasional heartburn. if heartburn symptoms persist your doctor may suggest drugs such as aciphex prevacid kapidex prilosec protonix nexium or zegerid to reduce the stomach's production of acid or reglan to make the stomach empty itself faster. your pharmacist or your doctor can explain how each drug works and what to expect.
how can i fight extreme fatigue from treatments for colon cancer?,cancer-related fatigue is one of the most common side effects of cancer and its treatment. the exact reason for this fatigue is unknown but it may be related to the disease process or its treatments. to combat fatigue follow these suggestions: evaluate your energy level. keep a diary for one week to identify the time of day when you are either most fatigued or have the most energy. be alert to your personal warning signs of fatigue such as difficulty in concentrating body aches and pains and feelings of exhaustion. conserve energy by planning ahead and organizing your work scheduling rest and pacing yourself. maintain good nutrition. exercise. regular moderate exercise can decrease feelings of fatigue help you stay active and increase your energy. manage stress by adjusting your expectations practicing relaxation techniques and participating in activities that divert your attention away from fatigue. talk to your doctors. there are times when fatigue may be a clue to an underlying medical problem. other times there may be medical interventions to assist in controlling some of the causes of fatigue.
why cant i stop thinking about babies? . lately all i can think about is having a baby and its driving me crazy! . what does this mean?,"maybe it means what you want a baby. simple as that. i don't know anything about you or your circumstances but i think it would be normal to have those feelings. if you need a ""baby fix"" try hanging out or babysitting for others who have babies or volunteer at the hospital -- many will take volunteers to help in the children's ward or just rocking the newborns in the nursery. or. you can go out and get pregnant (assuming (a) you are a female and (b) you are ready and capable of starting a family. this is a big decision that should be not be taken lightly."
i am going to have surgery and i have a boil. should i go? i have 5 days to get rid of it.,the best answer to your question is this: call your surgeon's office and ask. if the boil is not located anywhere near the surgical area the surgeon probably will simply proceed with the surgery. but that's his or her decison and the sooner you alert the office to this development the better it will be for everyone. if the boil is located in the surgical area it still may not be a problem. in fact the surgeon may decide to remove the boil during the surgery. it all depends on what type of surgery you're having and in what area of the body. but anyway as i said the best thing you can do is call your surgeon's office and let them know. surgical scheduling is an art all unto itself and if your case has to be delayed it's better for the surgeon's scheduler to know about it as far in advance as possible. wishing you all the best!
do doctors recommend use of otc allergy and cold remidies that are expired? . sinus medicine-doxylamine. phenylephrine. acetaminophen. allergy med-loratadine. supplements-vitamin c. zinc. vitamin d,any doctor will tell you do not use a medication if it is expired. even otc meds. i used to work in the medical field i will say things were more strict back then but expired drugs hasn't changed much. hope this helps.
when playing competitive video games my hands and feet become very cold. when the game is over it's back to normal y? . it's just when i play a competitive match. if i play a casual/relaxed game i do not get this effect.,"this is a very interesting question. thank you for asking! i can think of one very good reason why you might experience these symptoms while engaging in a competitive gaming situation: the fight-or-flight response. when you are competing you probably feel stressed. you want to win! and you are very highly focused on performing well. this combination of factors could stimulate your sympathetic nervous system (sns) to respond. the sns responds to acute stress by producing a series of changes within your body often call the ""fight or flight response. "" during fight-or-flight your pupils dilate to better allow light into the eye and assess escape routes (or in your case see the video field better); your breathing accelerates; your heart rate increases; your blood pressure rises; your digestive processes slow way down; and your bladder sphincter may suddenly relax (oops! ). important to our discussion though is the fact the sns stress response diverts blood flow from the extremities to the muscles. this is probably the reason your hands and feet become cold -- your sns is diverting that blood to your core and to the large muscles of your body in case you must jump up and run away from whatever danger your brain has perceived. fight-or-flight is a primal reaction so the ""threat"" your sns is responding to could be the competition or the action occurring in the video game itself. when the sns kicks in you usually feel an adrenalin rush. the sns causes your body to be flooded with other hormones too including testosterone and cortisol. if you feel that an sns response is in fact responsible for your cold hands and feet while gaming you can take steps to address the problem. try meditating for several minutes before a competition. focus on your breathing and keep it slow and regulated. if possible focus on your breathing during the competition too. you may be surprised to discover how much you can control your body's response to stress. wishing you well!"
doctor recommended operation to remove cysts on both ovaries need a second opinion?,actually the size of the cysts is big enough so the surgery is indicated if the cysts do not respond to treatment after 2-3months as this may have a lot of complications on her ovaries and fertility…
i had a stage 4 endometriosis doctors say my uterus is damaged?,i recommend u yo start doing ivf. its now with a very high success rate i recommend u as dr ayman said as well to treat the adhesions first … inside the uterus. good luck
will using natural male enhancement supplements such as virmax t damage my sperm count? . i know testosterone replacement therapy can zero out sperm production. but with virmax that contains natural supplements can it also hurt sperm production?,"no. just your wallet. natural ""male enhancement"" supplements are worthless."
i have or think i have influenza when should i contact my doctor?,call or other emergency services if: a baby younger than 3 months has a high fever. you are having trouble breathing or feel very short of breath. you have a severe headache or stiff neck and are confused or having trouble staying awake. call your doctor if: you have an extremely high fever. your fever lasts for longer than 3 days. you are finding it harder and harder to breathe. wheezing develops. new pain develops or pain localizes to one area such as an ear the throat the chest or the sinuses. symptoms persist in spite of home treatment. symptoms become more severe or frequent. watchful waiting in most healthy people the flu will go away in 5 to 7 days although fatigue can last much longer. although you may feel very sick home treatment is usually all that is needed. if it is flu season you may just want to treat your symptoms at home. watch closely for symptoms of a bacterial infection such as nasal drainage that changes from clear to colored after 5 to 7 days and symptoms that return or get worse. early treatment (within 48 hours of your first symptoms) with antiviral medicines may reduce the severity of influenza and may prevent serious flu-related complications. 2 babies older adults and people who have chronic health problems are more likely to have complications from the flu and they may need to see a doctor for care beyond home treatment. but not all antiviral medicines work against all strains of the flu. talk to your doctor if you think you may need an antiviral medicine. call your doctor if you think your symptoms are caused by something other than the flu. who to see these doctors can diagnose and treat the flu: family physician internist pediatrician nurse practitioner physician assistant a doctor who specializes in treating infectious diseases may be needed if the diagnosis is not clear or if severe complications develop. to prepare for your appointment see the topic making the most of your appointment. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
i have some leftover darvocet. is it safe to take that at my next schedule dosing time?,if they have some leftover darvocet i would not recommend taking that. we also want to make sure that people understand that they should not be saving medications and keeping them in their cabinets for a rainy day. they need to dispose off them so therefore there is no risk of possible poisonings or teen drug abuse. so one of the things we recommend now is disposing of your medications but not flushing them down the toilet. there is a new procedure that's very easy to follow and all it requires is a ziploc bag. get a ziploc bag and pour the medication into it. put a little water into it to help it dissolve. you may want to crush it; take a hammer or a mallet and actually make sure it dissolves even more. then take something like kitty litter or coffee grinds or sawdust and put it in the bag to make it very unattractive. zip up the bag and put it in the trash it's that easy. why is it so important that we want to get rid of our medications? because unfortunately today teen drug abuse has really become a big problem especially in pain medications. we find out that teens are going to their medicine cabinets right in their house and taking extra medications that were not used anymore.
how long does marijuana stay in your blood?,this is a tricky question to answer because every person metabolizes (breaks down and eliminates) medications and other substances at different rates. sex body mass and other factors also can influence how fast a person clears any given substance from the body. for example a person with decreased liver or kidney function may metabolize a substance more slowly than someone else. when it comes to marijuana the amount you smoke may affect how quickly the active ingredient (thc) may be detectable in the blood for longer periods of time among heavier smokers than among occasional smokers. in general blood testing for marijuana (thc) is performed to measure impairment such as in driving while under the influence cases. some experts say marijuana is detectable in the blood for up to a week among regular smokers. despite the legalization of recreational and medical marijuana in some states you should understand the effects of marijuana usage on your body and you should never ever drive after using marijuana. reaction times can be severely impaired after using marijuana which makes driving unsafe for yourself and everyone else on the road. please make smart choices about your health! wishing you well! order 100% legit n safe medical marijuana pain relievers cbd oils dabs and more. for more info text (505) 807-7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail. com medical marijuana is good for your health top medical strains for all patients suffering from depression glaucoma anxiety and tension headaches chronic pain and nausea mental and physical fatigue and for calming aromatherapy then you are in the right place to look in our meds all top grade aa+ with high level of cbd and thc contact for your supply and good health. pain killers medical marijuana act. lean ***(( no prescribtion is needed))) bud seeds harsh oils dabs & other m. m treatments. we also sefely and securely deliver all sorts of generic medication and syrup nationwide at very good prices. no prescribtions needed. legit verified and reputed plug. available in the u. s canada australia and the uk. for more info text (505) 807-7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail. com. thank you. sdsd
"will replacing full sugar soda with diet soda help one lose weight? . i keep seeing the same study cited over and over again claiming diet soda causes one to crave sweet things and may induce people to overeat. this has not been my experience and replacing sugar soda with diet soda has helped me lose weight and keep it off. is there any scientific consensus about this? just searching ""diet soda and weight"" on google gives a bunch of pages that keeps citing the same few studies.",t his article on webmd explains the science and that yes websites and blogs tend to focus on the diet soda and weight gain and weight gain angle even though the evidence is scant. studies show that when used with a reduced calorie diet non-caloric drinks help people lose weight. there is some concern that regular diet soda consumption increases the risk for heart disease and stroke. but more studies are needed to confirm a relationship. if you find it works for you then that's all that counts. just keep an eye out for research on the health effects. good luck!
my mom has been coughing several times each day for the past 9 months sometimes she spits clear mucous and vomits?,she needs to get her sputum checked. upper gi endoscopy will rule out associated gerd. hrct chest will find out small foci of chronic infection
i have been diagnosed with three kidney stone?,if the stones are moving then they are probably small in size and will et removed out of body with the flow or urine. so drink plenty of water. stones larger than 8-9 mm will have to be to be broken by ultrasonic sound waves by a procedure known as lithotripsy. but be under proper guidance by a nephrologist as large stones or a plenty of stones or renal calculi can cause damage to kidneys. so take care. hope this information helps.
my mother was diagnosed with multiple myeloma now cloudy eye lens is it eye cancer?,seems to be out of mm. get it consulted to a opthalmologist. do not rub the eyes or apply anything warm
i had a horseback riding accident and fell on my back pain is spreading?,hi sorry but an x ray or mri is important your having sciatic pain which cannbe caused by compression fracture or disc lesion good luck
does drinking water at night cause weight gain,no. just the temporary weigth of the water; most of which will come out as the urine. drink the water!
what is hepatitis and how can it be prevented?,hepatitis is a virus that causes inflammation of the liver. it can be either acute (lasting less than six months) or chronic (lasting more than six months). several viruses are known to cause hepatitis including hepatitis a b and c. to reduce your chances of getting hepatitis: get the vaccines for hepatitis a and hepatitis b (there is currently no vaccine available for hepatitis c). use a latex condom during sex. don't share needles or take drugs. practice good personal hygiene such as thorough hand-washing. don't use an infected person's personal items such as razors or toothbrushes. take precautions when getting any tattoos or body piercings. take precaution when traveling to areas of the world with poor sanitation. make sure you get immunized against hepatitis a.
can you start your period early if you forget your birth control pill for 4 days?,yes. stopping missing those pills!
how long should i lay on my back and keep my hips elevated after intercourse when trying to conceive? . i get utis quite frequently so i have been getting up 30-45 minutes after intercourse to urinate. i have been ttc for 12 cycles without any luck. do i need to lay flat with my hips elevated for longer to help get pregnant?,yes. you should lay down for at least 30 mins to 45 mins after your inter course to get pregnant.
do you recommend genetic testing for a child with epilepsy?,epilepsy is a disorder that is primarily diagnosed by history (the character of the episodes) and complemented by the results of other tests such as an mri and eeg. in over half of the cases no cause of the epilepsy is found. for most patients genetic testing is not helpful. there are rare cases of epilepsy where the cause is identified through genetic testing but it is not recommended for the great majority of individuals with epilepsy.
i am withdrawing from heroin should i go to the er,hi. its just the beginning only 3 days. u need to withdraw it gradually to avoid withdrawal symptoms. if you do get any withdrawal symptoms like headache nausea vimitting sweating mood disturbances then u need to go to an er. if u havent got any such symptoms then there is no need of an er visit as long as u are withdrawing it gradually. thanks
what are the restrictions to the affordable care act? can i be denied coverage?,under the affordable care act beginning jan. 2014 you cannot be denied coverage based on pre-existing conditions. in addition health status cannot be used to set your premiums.
my 67 year old husband has had exhaustion aches and congestion for over 2 months. doctors can't find anything. he has taken antibiotics been tested for pneumonia lots of blood tests. nothing has come up. he has felt better for a few days then it it returns. he has been on bipolar meds for over 10 years which have been effective and takes supplements. otherwise he has been very healthy. what could this be?,just wondering if he has ever had any problems with his heart. that was the first thing that came to mind when i read your comment. could be something more simple though. i would keep trying to find out what is wrong. i would get a second or even third opinon if needed. <positive_smiley>
how likely is it that i've been infected by genital herpes?,whether or not your partner has infected you with genital herpes depends on whether you have always practiced safe sex for one thing. also it may depend on how long you've been sexually intimate with each other. if you've had sex only once or twice and if you used a condom each time your risk of getting genital herpes is lower than if you've had unprotected sex for a long time. but you could have been infected during any one encounter. don't think you're in the clear because you've never seen herpes sores on your partner's genitals or your own. the symptoms of genital herpes are often subtle and easily mistaken for something else like bug bites pimples razor burn or hemorrhoids. what's more the virus can be contagious even when there are no symptoms.
when can a mammogram be done after breast reduction?,"this is an excellent question - and one you should ask the surgeon who performed the breast reduction. when i served as a reconstructive surgery nurse the doctor i worked with recommended a new baseline mammogram 6 months after breast reduction surgery. breast reduction surgery changes the ""architecture"" of your breasts and causes scar tissue deposits to develop so it's important to establish a new baseline image for a radiologist to compare your results against in the future. by the six-month post-surgical mark all of the absorbable suture should have dissolved and not appear on the mammo image. also you should be sufficiently healed so the mammogram isn't overly painful. the guideline i've mentioned here may not align with your surgeon's preferences which is why you should speak to him or her. also my comments only pertain to uncomplicated breast reduction cases. if you have developed a lump or other lesion that requires investigation with a mammogram then you should not necessarily delay the imaging test just because you recently had a breast reduction procedure. you should instead discuss the situation with your doctor and move forward with the recommended testing. wishing you well!"
dizziness nausea bright red blood when i bm. i have dizziness light headedness similar to being drunk but have not been drinking today. i feel nausea that i would normally associate with loss of balance like after spinning too much or on a roller coaster. i used the toilet and found bright red blood on the paper. recent issues hematoma in my left arm from giving blood. medications:diclofenac sodium for the hematoma. (up to 3 days ago). salbutamol (mild asthma sufferer). platelet and clotting tests came back normal. i am 31 years old and male.,i am not a doctor just an informed medical consumer. i would have someone take you to the emergency room. your symptoms are suspcious of bleeding in the digestive tract perhaps significant since you are lightheaded. if you are reluctant to do that at least call your doctor. if he's not available i strongly suggest having someone take you to the emergency room.
i am scheduled this week to have a caudal injection. doctor’s office or surgery center?,ideal will be surgery center of course. but caudal injection itself is a opd procedure. maintain good sterile measures and take a local anesthetic sensitivity test before taking actual anesthesia to see if you are sensitive to the drug
does a tetanus shot help prevent or lessen the occurance of cold sores,no it does not. tetanus shots only protect against one thing. tetanus. although not specifically approved for cold sores anti-herpetic drugs used for genital herpes and other herpetic infections (like shingles and chicken pox) may help. these would include medications like acylovir famvir etc. you would need to address this with your medical provider.
can someone get strep throat from someone that has there tonsils removed,strep is really uncommon/rare in people who have had their tonsils removed but it is certainly not impossible especially if this person has a confirmed strep test or culture.
what is anticipatory nausea before chemotherapy?,this nausea occurs before chemotherapy treatment. people who have received chemotherapy in the past may experience nausea and vomiting before their treatment begins because they expect these symptoms to occur.
does baby wipes anti bacterial wipes and wet wipes help ease the burning sensation of conjunctivitis?,"no i wouldn't recommend wet wipes or anything like that for treating pinkeye. conjunctivitis is also called ""pinkeye"" and refers to inflammation (redness and swelling) of the membranes that surround the eye. usually conjunctivitis makes the white part of the eye look bloodshot and the lower lid may appear swollen. you may experience burning itching and drainage from the eye too. if you think you or your child might have pinkeye you should see a health care provider as soon as possible. there are different types of conjunctivitis some that do well with treatment. also conjunctivitis is highly contagious so you or your child should not go to school or work until the cause has been determined. be sure to wash your hands often and thoroughly if you have pinkeye. baby wipes antibacterial wipes and wet wipes should never be used around the eye. to get rid of the ""gunk"" (drainage) that often goes along with pinkeye use a wash cloth or paper towel soaked with lukewarm water and gently clean the outer eye area. cool compresses may help with the burning and itching. symptoms of pinkeye usually go away within a week. if you still have symptoms after a week it's time for a trip back to the doctor. hope this helps! sorry you're feeling miserable."
i'm 28 weeks pregnant and cramping really bad should i be worried,hi it could be due to your round ligaments in that area stretching to accomodate baby's growth. it's painful but normal. but you could go get checked out just in case its something else. good luck
my a1c was 5. 9 should my dr have talked about prediabetes with me?,based on a set of criteria a hga1c level between 5. 7 and 6. 4% is prediabetes. this means that there is an increased risk for developing diabetes. essentially prediabetes describes a group of people with blood sugar levels between normal and the level used to diagnose someone with overt diabetes. it's important to discuss this with your health care provider since this category carries an increased risk of both diabetes and heart disease. most people in this category are overweight and have developed resistance to the actions of insulin. to help reduce your risk of developing overt diabetes and to reduce your risk of heart disease requires simple actions: routine exercise and weight management through reduce calories and nutritional knowledge. muscles are the primary site of action for insulin so get moving find an activity you enjoy and commit to a change in your priorities and lifestyle. these actions help utilize sugars burn fat and improve insulin's function. all of which reduce your risks of both diseases.
spirometry test…last resort!,70% is normal – 68% abnormal. that’s borderline. another test in a few months might turn out normal.
i need to urinate every 15 minutes…now using my mother’s diaper,hi. the medicines that you are taking seem to be causing this problem. i dont see any other reason for these symptoms at your age. to be on safer side you can get your urine checked for any infection or signs of early stones. these also may cause high frequency of urination. u can stop the medicines you’ve been taking and see if it improves. thanks
does colon cancer occur in inflammatory bowel disease?,the risk of developing colon cancer is 20 times higher for patients with inflammatory bowel disease than it is for the general population. the association with colon cancer is more clearly established in ulcerative colitis than in crohn's disease. an increased risk most likely also exists however for patients with crohn's disease that affects the colon. in ulcerative colitis the risk of acquiring colon cancer increases according to how much of the colon is involved and the duration of colitis. thus after about eight to 10 years of ulcerative colitis especially if the entire colon is involved the risk of developing colon cancer substantially increases. other risk factors for colon cancer in ibd patients include a liver disease called primary sclerosing cholangitis a family history of colon cancer and a history of liver transplantation. additional possible risk factors include the use of concurrent immunosuppressive medications and a deficiency of the vitamin folic acid.
is it really true that coverage can't be denied for pre-existing conditions?,many people are not aware that the law now prevents insurers from denying anyone coverage regardless of the condition of their health which it does. even among people who do know about this provision many have a hard time believing it's true. i've talked to people with cancer for example who simply don't believe they will be guaranteed coverage if they don't get insurance through their job.
can you get chlamydia by having with the same partner for years? can people have chlyamdia without notice for a years?,you were exposed to chlamydia from one of your sexual partners but it would not be possible to know who or when you were exposed. yes chlamydia can go unnoticed especially in women for a long time. not all sexual partners are 100% honest about their fidelity in a relationship. as you know using a condom would have prevented exposure. make sure that both of you are treated and test negative again. since you do not know for sure that your current partner exposed you it would be best to not have unprotected sex.
what are adult brain tumors?,adult brain tumors are diseases in which cancer (malignant) cells begin to grow in the tissues of the brain. the brain controls memory and learning senses (hearing sight smell taste and touch) and emotion. it also controls other parts of the body including muscles organs and blood vessels. tumors that start in the brain are called primary brain tumors.
is it safe to have a small volume enema (2-3 ounces of tap water) daily?,yes that is safe.
i used triamcinolone acetonide ointment usp 0. 1% on my face and now my face is discolored in that area? . the affected area is lighter. not drastically but noticeable. will my skin recover its color again? if so how long?,this type of steroid should not be used on the face for a prolonged period of time and it can cause a steroid discoloration. you will need to show this skin change to a good dermatologist to ask those very specific questions about recovery. it would not be possible to blindly guess over the internet. a hands-on examination is required. in the meantime stop the triamcinolone.
i was admitted to icu in a hospital diagnosis: vbi bppv need second opinion?,if brain ct is not suggestive of anything serious then you can go for magnetic resonance angiography blood clotting tests echocardiogram etc. as the symptoms can be due to hypotension also therefore a continuous blood pressure monitoring is also a must. hope this information helps.
i had facial paralysis 6 years ago?,hi. the symptoms are pointing towards facial nerve palsy and in that case initially it is treated with steroids but in case if it is long standing now it can be treated with facial exercises or physio therapy and along with it facial massage and vitamin b complex supplement can help. also it will be better to get an mri scan done to rule out the underlying cause of the symptoms so that appropriate treatment to resolve the underlying cause will be done. hope you get well soon. regards.
my 6 weeks old baby her lips are turning purple and i only breastfed?,its normal in some kids. usually goes away with age. but if it happens frequently and if the color is more dark then paediatric opinion is recommended. low oxygen content in blood is the most common cause.
how long should i wait before bringing my 11 yr old with flu symptoms to our family dr? it has been 8 days. initial symptoms were nausea high fever severe headache loss of appetite and fatigue. those lasted about 2 days now she is very tired little appetite sore belly/nausea and has a sore throat and cough.,since influenza (assuming this is what he had) only lasts about a week with the worst symptoms the first few days she has exceeded this time. she should be examined for a secondary infection at this point. hi that's how we all get after flu just treat her cough with a cough medicine which should sort out her throat as well and slowly her appetite will come back when that happens her strength will come back as well and she will feel a better so cant see why you need a doctor? good luck
what can i eat at a cookout that won't give me heartburn?,the key to enjoying cookouts is to know what foods agree with you. if grease bothers you stick with grilled foods or vegetables. instead of tomatoes load up your salads with carrots beans jicama or other milder veggies. burgers are ok but get the leanest cuts and dress them with guacamole or something else less acidic than catsup. if carbonated drinks lead to late-night torture stick with iced tea. if margaritas and you don't get along drink less or switch to a virgin strawberry type. watermelon can be acid-producing. consign it to a mixed-fruit salad only. eat smaller portions. your stomach detects large amounts and pumps out more acid.
what are the complications of shingles?,generally shingles heals well and problems are few. however on occasion the blisters can become infected with bacteria causing cellulitis a bacterial infection of the skin. if this occurs the area will become reddened warm firm and tender. you might notice red streaks forming around the wound. if you notice any of these symptoms contact your health-care professional. antibiotics can be used to treat these complications. a more worrisome complication occurs when shingles affects the face specifically the forehead and nose. in this situation it is possible although not likely that shingles can affect the eye (known as herpes zoster ophthalmicus) leading to loss of vision. if you have shingles on your forehead or nose your eyes should be evaluated by a health-care professional. a rare complication of shingles is known as ramsay hunt syndrome. in this case the cranial nerves (cranial nerves v ix and x) are involved. symptoms may include peripheral facial nerve weakness and deafness. the typical rash is often observed around the ear and ear canal.
could i be pregnant? i was starting my cycle 10. 04. 2012 but it only lasted 4 days. 2 days were heavy 2 were light. my cycle is usually 6- 7 days but this time it was only 4 days. 2 days were heavy and 2 were light. my cycle started on 10/04/12. 10/13/12 i was shoppin with my mom perfectly fine and all of a sudden i fell sick feeling came along and i throw up then i am fine again. i tested last week it said negative i am having side pains mid lower-upper pains of abdomin or stomach. my stomach is tight.,i'm sorry that you have to feel sick!
i keep having chest pains when its not in my chest its in my back my arms go numb back burns i get dizzy and i pass out?,cervical spondylosis causing neuropathy is causing these symptoms. get mri done. use cervical collar
regular 28 day cycle im 4 days late test negative weve been trying for years to have another baby whats wrong with me? . i did drink alot of fluids before the test trying to make myself use the bathroom. ive seen 3 different dr. s they all say they dont know whats wrong why i cant concieve my husbands had a sperm count done hes got good fertility but we been tracking ovulation we have a very active sex life besides trying to have another baby. our son is now 4 and weve been trying for 3 years. please help!,i would go visit your ob. maybe you're not ovulating or your hormones are not balanced. i was still having periods but i was not ovulating. with help from my doctor giving me meds my husband and i got pregnant the very first cycle! good luck ttc! . ::baby dust::.
if you don't drink milk can that make you more likely to get scoliosis? . my daughter who is 13 years old has just been diagnosed with possible scoliosis. her spine is curved at 18 degrees. she has to go for a mri. is it possible she got this because she doesn't drink milk or didn't take any vitamin supplements. she is now on one a day as of march 2013.,most helpful answer there is no correlation between milk intake and the formation of scoliosis in adolescence. the nutrients in milk (calcium. phosphorus etc. ) are very important for bone health but not drinking milk would not cause scoliosis. many people are lacose-intolerant and do not ever drink milk and there rates of scoliosis are no higher. scoliosis can just happen. as a young woman she needs calcium for instance but there are other sources of this essential element in vegetables. of course she may not eat those either. give her that one-a-day vitamin but she may need an addional mineral supplement as well.
period late. symptoms of period but little blood. stopped birth control a month ago. not pregnant took 3 tests.,you can be irregular
i had unprotected sex and he ejaculated inside of me it was three days after my period could i be pregnant? no bc,yeah it's 100% sure. you can get pregnant. bcoz you had unprotected sex. if you don't want to keep it you can take birth control pills. you can buy from chemist shop or online at pharmacysell dot com.
i stop taking the shots on sept 30,most helpful answer hi candy so how long was you on them? if your trying for pregnancy this would answer your question. if it was depo shot you can google how long for pregnancy after depo shot your find a few forums all from other women saying how long its taken sometimes short and sometimes very long the odd few never all because of depo shot. good luck
i like to smoke when i have a drink. do i have to give up both?,it’s best to avoid drinking alcohol for the first three months after quitting smoking because drinking lowers your chances of success at quitting. it helps to drink a lot of water and other nonalcoholic drinks when you are trying to quit.
i heard that if you use paper currency to snort drugs that the money can poison you or make you very ill. is this true?,"no it is the drugs that you are snorting that can may you ill or poison you not the paper you use as a ""snorter"". paper money is not poisonous but spending it on drugs can certainly poison your body and empty your bank account."
what are the chances of hepatitis b becoming a chronic disease?,in the united states approximately 200 000 people contract hbv [hepatitis b virus] each year. however only 10 000 to 15 000 of these people develop a chronic hepatitis b infection. why do some people clear the virus from their bodies while others progress to chronic disease? it appears that the immune system is the most important factor in determining whether a person can rid herself of this virus rather than develop a persistent infection. the immune system is relatively immature early in life. therefore the younger a person is when hbv is contracted the greater the likelihood that the infected person will become a chronic carrier of the disease. if an adult is infected her probability of developing chronic disease is very low—approximately 1 to 5 percent. if a person contracts the infection in infancy there is as much as a 90- to 95-percent chance that her immune system will be unable to eliminate this virus from her body. children fall somewhere in between having approximately a 25 to 35 percent chance of going on to chronic disease. men are six times more likely than women to become chronic carriers of hbv. the reason for this has not been determined. also people with poor immune systems—such as those infected with hiv organ recipients and those undergoing chemotherapy—have a much lower success rate of eliminating the virus from their bodies. patients who are the sickest during their acute illness especially those who develop jaundice or who survive fulminant hepatitis have the highest likelihood of totally recovering and thus not progressing to a chronic disease.
eczema on penis. i have really sensitive skin and issues with eczema all the time. worst part is i get the eczema rash on my penis. i use hydrocortisone for the itching but it really dries out my skin. what can i use safely down there to moisturize?,i strongly urge you to use a good penis health crème that contains a combination of natural moisturizers like shea butter and vitamin e. i use man1 man oil and my own penis used to be dry and flaky but it no longer has those issues; looks awesome now.
am i elilible for medicaid at age 63,you may be. eligibility for medicaid is based on your income and whether or not you live in one of the states expanding its coverage. if you earn less than roughly $16 000 per year you would qualify for medicaid but again your state must be expanding its program. you can learn about what's happening in your state by checking webmd's state pages map: <link>. if your state isn't expanding you may still qualify for tax subsidies that can lower both how much you pay for an insurance plan and for your medical care. once you find your state page by clicking on the link provided above you'll be able to find another link to your state's marketplace. there you'll be able to learn what coverage and/or financial help you're eligible for.
why does my shoulder still hurt 3 months after a tdap vaccine? is there anything i can do to stop the burning pain? . ibuprofen 800mg tid does not help.,"been there done that! whoever gave you the shot hit a nerve. the burning is when the nerve ""miss-fires"". it's pretty much gonna hurt for a long long time. this is just what happened to me when i couldn't use my right arm for three months. i hope everything turns out o. k."
what happens when you dont drink enough water daily?,many things. you become dehydrated. you become constipated and increase your chances of developing kidney/bladder stones. your blood pressure may not be well-regulated. your mouth nose and respiratory tract will become dry. this is just a few of the nasty things that can happen when you don't drink plenty of water.
what if my breasts havent grown enough during pregnancy? will this affect milk formation? . also my breast does not seem to be firm its feels loose and saggy yet small.,hi i would not worry to much your be surprised how much they can put on at the end and not forgetting you may just stay small as well. the sagginess could be ready for the inflow of milk. but not to worry see your midwife or what ever you have in the usa. sorry english. good luck
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yellow liquid diarrhea? . i started feeling ill on the 14th and i puked once the next day. after that i started having normal brown colored diahrrea. . the next day it started turning yellow and i puked once more. since then i had yellow diahrrea. the entire time i haven't had a fever. today i had 2 small bowel movement in the morning they were round and solid yellowish brown colored. ive been bloated all day with gas. i had yellow diahrrea again. should i be worried?,hi look one thing is you must keep lot of fluids going in but next time you on your toilet get a sample and get off to your doctor with it for tests this way your doctor can treat you the right way for what you have. good luck
what are the symptoms and signs of food allergy?,the complex process of digestion affects the timing location and particular symptoms of an allergic reaction to food. all of the symptoms of food allergy occur within a few minutes to an hour of eating. a food allergy can initially be experienced as an itching in the mouth and difficulty swallowing and breathing. then during digestion of the food in the stomach and intestines symptoms such as nausea vomiting diarrhea and abdominal pain can start. incidentally the gastrointestinal symptoms of food allergy are those that are most often confused with the symptoms of different types of food intolerance. as mentioned previously the allergens are absorbed and enter the bloodstream. when they reach the skin allergens can induce hives or eczema and when they reach the airways they can cause asthma. as the allergens travel through the blood vessels they can cause lightheadedness weakness and anaphylaxis which is a sudden drop in blood pressure. anaphylactic reactions are severe even when they start off with mild symptoms such as a tingling in the mouth and throat or discomfort in the abdomen. they can be fatal if not treated quickly.
can you have sex taking azo drugs,the drug itself is not a contraindication to sexual activity so if you feel like having sex then have sex.
why am i still having a bloody discharge and now it has a very foul smell to it? it's been 3 weeks since my d and c,"sorry to hear this. it doesn't sound very pleasant! your best bet is to call your health care provider's office and let him or her know what's going on. your symptoms may be normal. or it may not. everyone heals at a different rate so what's normal for one person may not be normal for another. since your health care provider knows your personal history s/he can tell you what to do about your discharge. on a related note i always tell people the one thing they must keep in their medicine cabinet at home is a thermometer. you should always be able to tell your doctor if you're running a fever or not because it's a key symptom of infection. ""feeling warm"" and other nonsensical tests are no substitute for numbers on a thermometer. you can help your doctor a lot by investing a couple of bucks in a digital thermometer and telling him/her if you're running a fever in conjunction with your other symptoms. wishing you well!"
how can i help myself if i have bipolar disorder?,it may be very hard to take that first step to help yourself. it may take time but you can get better with treatment. to help yourself: talk to your doctor about treatment options and progress. keep a regular routine such as eating meals at the same time every day and going to sleep at the same time every night. try to get enough sleep. stay on your medication. learn about warning signs signaling a shift into depression or mania. expect your symptoms to improve gradually not immediately.
does heart burn cause increased heart rate? . i get this feeling of a burning sensation that starts in the top of my stomach and then cause my heart to pound and increase to 135 beats per min. i then feel nauseous and get some anxiety.,some medications like proton pump inhibitors can cause an increased heart rate though.
allergic reaction treated with benadryl epinephrine and prednisone is still persisting. serious hives and throat closi. been to the hospital twice for throat closing up and dizziness accompanying these hives. they are even in my eyes. they are treating me with the things above and i am still having new hives break out. i need to know what to do! i have no idea wht is causing this!,go to er. anaphylaxis can require in depth treatment. specialist to solve the problem and education on prevention.
what can i expect during week 27 of my pregnancy?,baby : your baby measures about 9. 6 inches from crown to rump and weighs a little more than 2 pounds. hands are active and muscle coordination is such that he can get his thumb into his mouth. thumb-sucking calms the baby and strengthens his cheek and jaw muscles. your baby can cry now. mom-to-be : you may see stretch marks as your uterus continues to expand. most women have gained about 16 to 22 pounds by now. balance and mobility also may be changing as you grow larger. tip of the week : during your last trimester you should talk to your doctor or midwife about the delivery. you'll learn such things as signs to predict labor and how far apart the contractions should be before going to the hospital or birth center. it's also the time to begin interviewing pediatricians and to take care of other logistics like pre-registration and a birthing plan (what you envision your labor and delivery will be like). this plan should be written in your patient record or attached to it in the form of a birth plan.
what are some easy and delicious ways to prepare fava beans?,fava beans grow in a large pod that needs to be peeled in order to find the beans that lie within. if you have small children this is an excellent task for them. once you get all the beans out of their pods there are a few more simple steps. the outer shell of the bean is kind of chalky and not good eating. you need to blanch the pods (put them quickly into boiling water then plunge them into ice water). from there you can pop them out of their shells and enjoy them with a bit of extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper and a shave of parmesan cheese. you can use them to top a piece of your favorite fish or a piece of grilled chicken. when fava beans are young you can actually eat the outside as well as the inside. for those heat up a cast iron skillet and add a bit of olive oil. when it’s almost smoking throw the fava beans in whole add a bit of lemon juice chili flakes and salt and pepper and in about 3-4 minutes they are ready to eat. if you can find fava beans at your local farmers market or grocery store give them a try!
i manage a medical office with 3 employees. . rather than offer a health insurance plan we pay 50% of the employees' premium. so if they purchase their insurance through the marketplace will we no longer be able to do that?,there's no reason you can't continue to help employees pay for their coverage if they buy insurance through the marketplace.
are there side effects from taking too much pepto-bismol?,the most common side effect with taking too much pepto-bismol is the temporary and harmless black darkening of the tongue and stools. this can subside and is caused by a reaction to sulfa in the mouth. however there are more serious side effects with toxic levels of pepto-bismol such as severe allergic reactions (rash hive itching difficulty breathing tightness in chest swelling of the mouth face lips or tongue) fever hearing loss nausea ringing in the ears severe constipation and vomiting. if any of these symptoms do occur stop taking the medication and consult your health care professional.
can a tubal ligation be reversed. its been 17 and ahalf years since i have my tubes tired. me and my partner would like to have a baby sometime in the next 2 to 3 years can my tubal ligation be reversed so i can get pregnant,the answer is: it depends. you need to discuss this with your gynecologist. many factors affect whether or not a tubal ligation reversal may be successful. some of these factors are: your age your general health status the type of tubal ligation procedure you had whether or not you previously had a successful pregnancy whether or not you have had any other gynecological surgeries such as for endometriosis or fibroid tumors these are not the only considerations. obviously if you're past the age of menopause reversing your tubal ligation will not enable you to get pregnant because you're no longer producing eggs. because it's been so long since you had your tubes tied the records about the type of procedure performed may no longer be available. however if the doctor who performed the procedure is still practicing you might consult him or her to discover if the records are available. taking this information to your current gynecologist will be helpful in determining if tubal ligation reversal might be successful for you. wishing you all the best!
what are the symptoms of hepatitis c infection?,about 75% of people have no symptoms when they first acquire hepatitis c infection. the remaining 25% may complain of fatigue loss of appetite muscle aches or fever. yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice) is rare at this early stage of infection. over time the liver in people with chronic infection may begin to experience the effects of the persistent inflammation caused by the immune reaction to the virus. blood tests may show elevated levels of liver enzymes a sign of liver damage which is often the first suggestion that the infection may be present. patients may become easily fatigued or complain of nonspecific symptoms. as cirrhosis develops symptoms increase and may include : weakness. loss of appetite. weight loss. breast enlargement in men. a rash on the palms. difficulty with the clotting of blood. spider-like blood vessels on the skin. in patients with advanced cirrhosis the liver begins to fail. this is a life-threatening problem. confusion and even coma (encephalopathy) may result from the inability of the liver to process certain toxic substances. increased pressure in the blood vessels of the liver (portal hypertension) may cause fluid to build up in the abdominal cavity (ascites) and result in engorged veins in the swallowing tube (esophageal varices) that tear easily and can bleed suddenly and massively. portal hypertension also can cause kidney failure or an enlarged spleen resulting in a decrease of blood cells and the development of anemia increased risk of infection and bleeding. in advanced cirrhosis liver failure causes decreased production of clotting factors. patients with advanced cirrhosis often develop jaundice because the damaged liver is unable to eliminate a yellow compound called bilirubin that is formed from the hemoglobin of old red blood cells.
am a state of illin retired and i have blue cross hmo insurance and medicare which is best to make primary?,medicare is always your primary. i don't believe you have a choice.
how do you know if it is a heart attack vs. anxiety? . female age 44 in pretty good health. woke up with a sharp pain in right jaw and sweaty palms and feet. no shortness of breath or chest pain.,hi pain in your jaw could be from grinding your teeth during sleep sweaty palms and feet to many bed cloths on you. but grinding your teeth could from stress and anxiety meditation is a real good way out of it as its drug free just google meditation for stress and anxiety your find lots of help. do hope 5this helps you. good luck
what are the chances of hiv/std as std can transmit from infected person to uninfected person through mucous membrane?,i agree with dr. javez and these bumps looks like just folliculitis nothing to be worried unless other symptoms occurs.
i have a small dull ache in my left testicle after i masturbated too much. i'm 18 years of age anyway i masturbated way more than usual during the week it occurred i'm not that worried as i have searched for lumps or mass and everything seems ok. an answer would be much appreciated,just give it a rest my friend. it is not likely that you cause testicular damage from overly-masturbating but you can cause enough trauma to have discomfort. if your symptoms persist you will need to see your medical provider but i suspect a few days of rest and recuperation will give our over-worked boys time to completely recover.
do people just troll dumb questions on here for laughs or are people really this clueless about sex? . im sorry to sound really really mean but it seriously concerns me when i read sexual questions from women/men trying to get pregnant they dont even seem to know where the baby comes from should they even be allowed to concieve?,"not all people are ""sexperts"" so i consider all questions to be valid. there are no dumb questions. just unanswered questions and if you can't ask your most basic or intimate questions to a medical provider for a straight and serious answer who can you ask? if you thing on-line questions about sex are amusing you should spend a day with me in an adolescent health clinic. feel free to answer some of the basic sex questions if you know the answer but be nice. you were young and uninformed at some point in your life as well."
pulmicort flexhaler for asthma maintenance not covered by medicare advantage plan need cheaper alternative,i would suggest you speak with your physician to discuss alternative clinical options.
how is the female condom used?,before sexual activity begins the woman inserts the condom into her vagina so that the closed end of the tube covers the cervix and the other end slightly covers the labia (lips on the outside of the vagina). the condom blocks sperm from entering the womb. female condoms should be discarded after one use.
i;m 50 and have never been over weight but now i need an excercise to stop the upper arm jiggle help1. i hope someone can give me a basic exercise i can do to build up my upper arm. i have small 2lb hand held weights to use if that will help. please include step by step instruction. thanks in advance.,it sounds like you’re looking to lose weight. keep in mind that you can’t “spot reduce” meaning that you can’t choose where you lose weight by targeting a certain body part but it’s possible that strength training may help provide a more “toned” appearance. if you’re interested in beginning a strength training routine i’d recommend visiting the following website if you need step-by-step guidance with certain exercises: <link>
can a baby drink goat's milk?,instead of what? a baby under age one should be on formula or human breast milk but after age one they can drink cow's milk goat milk yak milk etc. as part of their diet. if the child is being offered goat's milk that has not been pasteurized care should be taken to avoid any milk-borne pathogens.
my son is 7 and can swallow pills. he is running a fever. can i give him one 200 mg ibuprofen pill? he weighs 53 pounds.,the proper dose of ibuprofen for your son based on his age and weight is 200 mg. therefore it would be fine to give him one 200 mg tablet every six to eight hours as needed for his fever.
what causes chlamydia?,chlamydia is caused by the bacterium chlamydia trachomatis. the disease is spread by oral vaginal or anal sex and if you touch your eyes with a contaminated hand you may also develop conjunctivitis. chlamydia can be passed during vaginal birth to the infant. there is some evidence to support that untreated chlamydial infections in pregnancy can lead to premature delivery.
i was told yesterday that my baby has no heart rate at 38 weeks and 3 days?,have you done neonatal ultrasound sound? placenta beats i think he means the mother’s beats where the blood is successfully perfused across the placenta
recovery time for pectus excavatum and pain. im 15 and im extremely nervous. my pectus excavatum is really minor but still bothers me when i get outran by teamates.,most minor cases of pectus excavatum do not need surgery and that may include you. the fact that your team-mates outrun you may have little to do with the pectus. if you do have surgery there are several different procedures and the recovery time will vary. you can't have surgery just because you want it. it would only be done if the surgeon determines you need it.
is abortion safe at 22 weeks into pregnancy? . hi i am 22 weeks pregnant and contemplating abortion. but i am worry that it could be harmful to my body or worst. i have already had 6 abortions 3 live births 1 miscarriage. i am also a little scared to have this baby because all my pregnancy were high- risk and it put me and my babies lives at risk. yes my husband and i used a condom when i got pregnant with this baby. so i was just wonderng if it was safe or even recommended to go through with it based on my history.,you know at 22 weeks old your baby can move breath have the hiccups and it also starts hearing your voice. you don't want to have the baby? give it up for adoption don't kill it just because you decided after 22 weeks your not ready.
i am on a doctor-prescribed liquid diet and am chewing gum between meals. should i brush after every meal instead?,"there are two issues here. let's start with the brushing first. i love the fact that you want to brush after every meal. this is the best way to keep excellent oral hygiene. however if you cannot brush after every meal brushing morning and night is quite sufficient. the best thing is to ask your dentist/hygienist to evaluate your home care and let him/her give you the proper feedback if you are doing it right. the gum issue is different: gum chewing (on the contrary to the trident commercial) is not totally good for you. the good thing is that it stimulates salivation making your mouth ready for food consumption (is that what your really want when you are on a diet? ). the bad thing about gum chewing is that it over-exercises your muscles of mastication. we are not supposed to chew ""non-stop"" throughout the day. when you do that you are putting undue stress on your teeth and muscles and cause premature wear and tear. your teeth should only come into contact when you swallow and if they do otherwise you will experience premature wear of your dentition. keep brushing and flossing regularly and easy on the gum chewing."
my antidepressants destroyed my libido what other medication can help me?,hi this is due to long term use of anti depressants. its a expected side effect. usually reversible at any stage. you should try and educe the dose or change the medicine that you have been taking. psychotherapy counselling meditation and yoga will help. thanks
big toe pain? . i awoke this morning with pain and inflammation in my right big toe. it is tender to touch painful to walk and seems hot (feverish). i don't recall having injured it in any way. i am not diabetic to my knowledge. i put arnica on it and it feels a little better but it is still a concern.,see your medical provider. this may be gout. sounds like you are having a gout attack. can be very painful. and you may even find it red or a rd strip along or on the toe. stinging pain in my right big toe only that comes and goes. what is this?
why does my butt burn? . i walk around and my butt or around my anus on the outside burns. i think it might be because i wipe to rough after i use the bathroom but could it be something else?,it could be many different things: allergic response to dryer sheets detergents perfumes in the toilet tissue poor wiping (stool is very acidic and can burn the skin) anal fissures yeast or bacterial infections etc. obviously without a thorough medical history and an examination it would not be possible to narrow down the many causes. if you want to get this problem solved see your medical provider.
i get very anxious while riding in a car. is there medication i can take right before a car trip to calm me?,you can ask your doc about this. tell him you need a prn (as needed) short-acting med just for specific trips and only to be used sparingly. i would also recommend that you learn relaxation techniques and use them prior to any car trips and use them on a regular basis.
"what should smokers know about obamacare? . also what exactly constitutes a ""smoker""? what if someone smokes or smoked casually but is willing to quit in order to avoid penalties under obamacare? are there any definite stipulations regarding this? for example if someone smoked a cigar last week but doesn't habitually smoke? can they be penalized?",smokers can be charged more for their coverage under the law than non-smokers by as much as 50%. the law defines a tobacco user as someone who uses any tobacco product including cigarettes cigars chewing tobacco snuff and pipe tobacco four or more times a week within the past 6 months. under small employer health plans you can't be charged the surcharge if you join a smoking cessation program but that's not available to people buying coverage on their own. some states have decided that insurers cannot charge smokers more for coverage so see what's available in your state.
i have all signs of appendicitis but stomach pain. i had stomach pain 2 days ago but it went away. do i have appendicitis. i was in the emergency room with sharp pain and released diagnosed with possible early appendicitis. now i have little to no stomach pain but have a fever nausea constipation and a headache. could i have appendicitis?,there is no way anyone online can tell you whether you really have an appendicitis. a health professional will need to examine you in person. i don't want to alarm you but if you believe you could have an appendicitis do not wait. go to your local emergency room and get checked out. you definitely don't want to have your appendix burst. here is some further information on appendicitis that i hope will help. please take care. webmd answers staff
why do i have a huge gush of water during my period. it's like when i was pregnant and my waters broke,hi after doing some research come with this from forums. ovusoft com i have cervical erosion. basically part of my uterine lining is growing beyond the cervix and is being irritated by the vaginal environment. it weeps clear fluid as part of its normal function (getting worse when my hormones change) and bleeds when irritated by anything from sex and exercise to a change in foods. and an other women had the same thing. so i would see you gyno and see what he/she says about your problem show them this just copy it. hope this helps with your problem. good luck
pain lower right abdomen feels like being torn pain when breathing what can it be?,hi. it seems to be an early appendicitis or a gut inflammation. try using anti spasmodics and hot fomentation with pro biotic tablets. if it doesnt get relieved then get a usg abdomen done to find out whats wrong. thanks
i developed severe tendinitis in my neck i had a bump the size of two tennis balls on my head?,hi though the bumps have resolved the soft tissue inflammation has turned into tendinitis. if routine medicines aren’t helping local steroid injections will be helpful. thanks
what is osteoarthritis?,osteoarthritis (ah-stee-oh-ar-threye-tis) is the most common type of arthritis and is seen especially among older people. sometimes it is called degenerative joint disease or osteoarthrosis. osteoarthritis mostly affects cartilage (kar-til-uj) the hard but slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones where they meet to form a joint. healthy cartilage allows bones to glide over one another. it also absorbs energy from the shock of physical movement. in osteoarthritis the surface layer of cartilage breaks down and wears away. this allows bones under the cartilage to rub together causing pain swelling and loss of motion of the joint. over time the joint may lose its normal shape. also small deposits of bone – called osteophytes or bone spurs – may grow on the edges of the joint. bits of bone or cartilage can break off and float inside the joint space. this causes more pain and damage. people with osteoarthritis usually have joint pain and some movement limitations. unlike some other forms of arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis osteoarthritis affects only joint function and does not affect skin tissue the lungs the eyes or the blood vessels. in rheumatoid arthritis the second most common form of arthritis the immune system attacks the tissues of the joints leading to pain inflammation and eventually joint damage and malformation. it typically begins at a younger age than osteoarthritis causes swelling and redness in joints and may make people feel sick tired and uncommonly feverish.
how do i treat corns under the finger nail?,corns don't occur under nails but warts do. this is not something that you can treat at home so see a dermatologist.
can a reoccurred umbilical hernia be repaired surgically under local anesthsia on who has had prostatectomy in 1994. eldery man of 73 yrs and hypertensive but under good control and general physical state to under go surgery. had an acute attack with pain for the first time 2 days ago. dr massaged and was able to push it back giving relief to the patient. advised surgery to take place but under general anesthesia. patient reluctant to go under ga. what are the options? please advise. all info will be appreciated.,you ask a good question. many people have concerns about going under general anesthesia even when they're in good health. certainly a generally healthy 73-year old man would not be at much higher risk of complications from general anesthesia than anyone else. however that doesn't matter because the individual has stated he doesn't want to go under general anesthesia. and you know what? that might be ok. depending on how bad the umbilical hernia is he might be able to have the procedure done under sedation -- much like what you get when you have a colonoscopy. it's enough iv medication to keep you comfortably drowsy but no breathing tube is involved and waking up generally is quick. the patient might also be able to have the umbilical hernia repaired under just local anesthesia (numbing injections to the area) if the hernia isn't too severe. i suggest the gentleman discuss his concerns with a surgeon. if one surgeon won't consider doing the repair under sedation or local anesthesia feel free to consult others. it may not sound logical but you might consider consulting a plastic and reconstructive surgeon because they have other tissue-numbing methods at their disposal that might work well for someone who's reluctant to undergo general anesthesia. i hope the gentleman gets his umbilical hernia repaired because it's usually a pretty straightforward procedure and his quality of life likely will be greatly improved afterwards. wishing you well!
2 yr old that is running low grade fever (101. 4) drinks a small amount of liquids and fills 2 diapers peeing. . sleepy throws-up will not eat.,i'm sorry our little one is going through this. the american academy of pediatrics recommends keeping children off solid food for the first 24 hours after vomiting. to ensure enough fluids have her sip water drink electrolyte replacement drinks like pedialyte sip on broth and suck on popsicles. you want to slowly work back to her regular diet. if things don't improve call her pediatrician.
is it safe to take probiotics long-term?,i think probiotics are fine and not harmful over the long term. as you know they contain friendly yeast and bacteria that are normally found in the body's intestines; called normal flora. they do not contain harmful or potentially dangerous mixtures of organisms. if there is an imbalance in our normal flora probiotics can help correct the problem especially with candida overgrowth. the body will basically incorporate whatever it needs from the probiotic pills to rebalance the flora. if we have chronic problems then regular probiotics may be needed and helpful. if we are balanced and still take probiotics that may not be needed at that time the body should simply pass it through with no harm done. if my patients feel they help i have no problem if they continue taking probiotics.
i'm 17 and i haven't had a period in 3 months. dont know why. looked into poi not sure if it's it but i have the symptoms. i've also been having period cramps for the three months. i've gained about ten pounds and i'm getting acne which is abnormal for me.,hi well at 17 your still at that age for your periods to do this stop and start it does happen and for gaining weight and on top of that getting acne. try seeing your doctor for a blood test for your hormones they could be out of whack and a blood test tells all. do hope this helps you. good luck
patient is getting feverish after guillain barre syndrome which is preventing him from recovery. any thoughts? . my brother had guillain barre syndrome couple weeks ago which has been taken care of but he is getting fever often which is preventing him from recovering. any thoughts on what could be causing fever or how can we prevent it?,fever can often mean that the body is trying to fight something off. it's a natural way of killing viruses and bacteria. it could even be a recurrence of whatever infection caused the syndrome in the first place. check with his doctor if at all possible and let them know. here's some more information: <link>
can bacteria in the vaginal area cause skin condition? . been diagnoised with bv. however have experienced repeat infections immediately when antibotic is gone. also have an abnormal skin condition and other symptoms. can not seem to get rid of the infection. have brownish discharge droppings from vagina in a pussy (like snot) form.,yes rashes and itching at the very least
i have lower stomach pain red urine vomiting i have been to the hospital 3 times they can’t get it to stop?,cystitis with gall bladder stone can be the cause. renal calculi and glomerulonephritis also need consideration. get a urine culture test done. retrograde cystoscopy needs to be done. ct abdomen should be done to rule out other abdominal pathologies.
total hysterectomy over 20 yrs. ago. having night sweats mood swings. can i be going through some sort of menopause age 51. seem to be depressed and mood swings like crazy. not sleeping through the night either. what is going on? i did hrt after surgery till doctor said not needed anymore. i still feel as though its menopause systoms. am i crazy?,so sorry to hear you're going through this. it sounds miserable! if you had been taking hormone replacement therapy but went off it some time ago it doesn't seem likely your symptoms are related to lack of estrogen. if on the other hand you stopped hrt relatively recently then your symptoms could indeed be related to a reduction in your female hormone levels. because other health issues can cause the symptoms you describe i'd suggest you visit your primary care provider for an evaluation. he or she may have you get some blood work done to try to determine the cause of your symptoms. i wish you all the best!
sharp pain lower abdomen,u should get an ultra sonography of abdomen done to see whats wrong. take anti spasmodic tablets. apply local gel hot fomentation
im 28. is masturbation a must if you have never had sex or ejaculate? is it really necessary?,masturbation is a choice. it is definitely not necessary. eating is necessary. drinking is necessary. paying taxes is necessary. masturbation is optional. masturbation is not a necessity and if a person does not want to engage in the practice there is no reason that he should; however if he opts not to masturbate and it is not due to reasons such as religious beliefs being too busy enjoys exerting willpower etc. he may want to consider consulting with a doctor in case he has a low libido and might want to take steps to address that issue. on a separate note all men should keep an eye on their penis health; using a top notch penis health cream (health professionals recommend man1 man oil) can help. a good bet is a cream that includes l-arginine which can help with penis blood flow issues. hi o the joys of a j arthur one of the wrist spank the monkey bash the bishop yes these all mean to masturbate with the pleasure of ones own penis. its something we don't did to do but if your feeling horny and your wife g/f are not around then being men we just did it don't put it off don't try and hold back from it its not dirty and don't be ashamed but it will make you fell relaxed. its something you can do in the shower the bath in the car(but not why your driving or why taken a walk in the country. as men do we need it your read at some point that some men can go through there whole life and say never done that! but doing it is good for our prostate keeps our system ticking over till we do need it so yes in one way we do need to masturbate why our body's need it so for that just once or twice a week will not hurt you. but don't forget don't use a tight grip it needs to be feather light just like the feel of the vagina and use some oil just baby oil will do or some olive oil if your in the kitchen shower gel when in the shower gives that extra clean same in the bath or just a bar of soap it all helps. do hope this helps. good luck
i had a lumbar laminectomy / discectomy on the l5-s1 around 8-9 months ago for some pretty painful sciatica?,hi my opinion the pain you described is varicose veins related and it is not a back problem other possibility is knee osteoarthritis so i need your age job description and daily activities to help you more good luck
can i take 2 prenatal vitamins in one day if i am getting a cold. i believe i am getting a head cold and currently 26 weeks 4 days pregnant. can i take 2 of my prenatal vitamins in one day? ie one at bed time and one mid day.,yes
can chiropractic care reverse osteoporosis or scoliosis?,"this is kind of a ""loaded"" question. it is like saying can chiropractic care stop the sun from setting or prevent rain. osteoporosis is a bone disease with a decrease in bone density associated with aging (sun setting) or prolonged use of certain medications. scoliosis is either caused by structural abnormality of a vertebrae or idiopathic (unknown). on the flip side of that chiropractic care can certainly help relieve symptoms associated with scoliosis and in some case help manage the process. as children grow the scoliosis curvature needs to be monitored as well as any symptoms they are having. in an ideal world md's and dc's- pt's would work together to manage this process. if you want to live in an ideal world find ""specialists"" who are open minded and educated about not only what they can do but what others can do to help you as well. in the long run you are the one that has to live with whatever condition you have and no one else's ideology should be more important than that."
i was stung by a red wasp – it is not improving?,they usually go away by their own but you can use a hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion if itching …you can use baking soda and colloidal oatmeal to soothe skin over-the-counter pain relievers as ibuprofen can improve pain… keep on benderyl as an antihistamin drug throughly wash with soap and water keep applying cold packs and above all be careful not to get stung again … thanks
do gallstones pass through bowels,hi if you have just done a gallbladder flush if you wanted to see them you need to use a sieve when you go and if like me you really did go? to be honest i was not that worried but it worked for me good luck
can you cover shingles with a bandaid after you put penciclovir on it?,yes. you can cover the shingles skin lesions.
i have been eating approx 1/2 of what i used to eat however my stomach is even bigger?,hi there seems to be a generalised hormonal disorder leading to multiple affections. ibs with stomach infection can cause gaseous distention. crohn’s disease with abdominal koch’s should be kept in mind as a differential diagnosis. get a usg/ct abdomen with contrast done along with a detailed blood investigation profile. thanks
where can i find coupons for nicotine patches?,quitting smoking is a great way to save money and it also is great for your health. there is free service that can help folks successfully quit smoking by providing resources and tools and even free or discounted nicotine replacement products. visit <link> or call 800-quitnow for more information.
which gender is more likely to be at risk for heart disease,this article on risk factors for heart disease should answer your question and lead you to more helpful information here on our site. here also are a couple of articles that you may find interesting and helpful: heart disease in women men and heart disease if you're looking for a more indepth conversation about heart disease you can also check out our heart disease community to touch base with experts and other members. the webmd answers staff
what is an infection (or infectious arthritis) of the knee and how is it treated?,infectious arthritis is inflammation of joint caused by infection caused by bacteria virus or fungus. the infection may spread through bloodstream from another part of your body or by open infected wound or injury to the joint. infectious arthritis requires immediate and quick treatment. treatment involves dose of higher antibiotics to stop spread of infection and surgical interventions. best way is to visit your doctor at the earliest to get evaluated and to begin the treatment in time.
i have a white spot about the size of a large grain of rice in the back of my throat on my tonsil of the left side. its a small white spot but it is very easy to see upon emamination. i have just gotten over a cold that did start with a very sore throat but that was about a a week ago now. there is only a spot on one side of my throat. i'm worried its some kind of infection. i can touch the area with my tonge and it is much warmer on that side of my throat than the other side. it is mildly irrated.,since you are just getting over a cold it is certainly possible that it is evidence of an infection on your tonsil. one concern would be strep throat. however if you have strep your throat is typically quite sore with fever and oftentimes swollen glands in the front of your neck. if you feel fine otherwise strep throat is less likely. however if it doesn't go away after a few days get your doctor to check it out. another possibility is a tonsil stone. however since you had a cold recently the above is more likely. but here's more information about tonsil stones
how does stress contribute to heart disease?,medical researchers aren't sure exactly how stress increases the risk of heart disease. stress itself might be a risk factor or it could be that high levels of stress make other risk factors (such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure) worse. for example if you are under stress your blood pressure goes up you may overeat you may exercise less and you may be more likely to smoke. if stress itself is a risk factor for heart disease it could be because chronic stress exposes your body to unhealthy persistently elevated levels of stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. studies also link stress to changes in the way blood clots which increases the risk of heart attack.
should i stop exercising when i reach my ideal weight especially if i have type 2 diabetes?,exercise is a lifetime commitment. regardless of your weight you should exercise at least three to four times per week for 20 to 40 minutes each session. ideally you should exercise every day to help manage your type 2 diabetes long-term.
whats c. o. p. d. since i had type 2 respiritory fauilure 15 months ago ive always been asthmatic and im constantly out of breath which limits what i can do my peak flow this morn at my doctors was 240 from 3 months ago it was 360 im a lady of 49 soon and a moderate smoker was told i might have copd,copd is chronic obstructive pulmonary disease also known as emphysema.
does diarrhea follow constipation? . i have had a bout of constipation and immediately following i had diarrhea. is this normal? should i be worried?,"this can be normal. a hard dry stool can form an intestinal plug or ""dam"" of sorts. there can be more liquid stool building up behind it so when you pass the hard stool you have essentially broken the dam. since i do not know anything about you or your medical history if you have any concerns about this change in your bowel habits it is best to discuss it with your medical provider --- someone who knows you your medical history and has the ability to examine you or order any appropriate diagnostic tests."
what are triglycerides in your body?,triglycerides are a type of fat found in your blood that your body uses for energy. while you need some triglycerides for good health high triglyceride levels are not healthy. a fasting blood test can be used to measure your triglyceride levels. you can make diet and lifestyle changes to help lower your triglyceride levels. stay at a healthy weight limit fat and sugar intake be more active do not smoke and limit your alcohol consumption.
how do people get infected with coxsackie virus and what are the risk factors?,infection usually is spread by fecal-oral contamination although occasionally the virus is spread by droplets expelled by infected individuals. items like utensils diaper-changing tables and toys that come in contact with body fluids that contain the virus may also transmit them to other individuals. although people of any age can get infected the majority of patients identified with coxsackie infection are children. pregnant women can pass coxsackie virus to their newborns which may cause serious problems for the newborn so pregnant women need to notify their obstetrician if they exhibit symptoms of the infection especially if they are near their delivery date. risk factors for coxsackie virus infection include physical contact with any patient with individuals with hfmd symptoms. infectious virus can be found in feces saliva fluid in blisters and nasal secretions. even patients who have recovered and have no symptoms may still shed infectious virus for weeks.
how do you cope with growing old?,"growing older should be considered a blessing and a gift since many people do not reach ""old age"". sure aging has some challenges but this is the price that we pay for our longevity. i wonder how teenagers cope."
my 5 year old was bitten by tick behind the ear and now her lympnoyd is swollen. should i worry? no fever and no pain,you should still have her seen by a doctor. especially if you do not know what type of tick it is. do you know if it left a bull eye mark? they can treat with antibiotic as a preventative if caught soon enough. i would call your dr.
what could cause my 5 year old daughters fingers toes and lips to turn blue and feel cold even when she is indoors,i am not an expert but it could be poor circulation/lack of oxygen or anemia. possibly look into these and see if she has other symptoms. maybe they could be the cause?
i have acoustic nouroma tumour should i have full surgery or partial with radiation?,in my opinion you should go with partial removal with radiation therapy as acoustic neuromas are mostly non cancerous so in all cases your brain stem sensitive structures will be saved with partial and radiation than with complete surgical removal
do people with diabetes have an increased chance of developing heart disease?,yes diabetes is considered to be risk factor for developing heart disease. if you have diabetes you are two to four times more likely to develop cardiovascular disease than people without diabetes. due to metabolic derangement hypertension abnormal blood lipids and obesity occur more frequently in people with diabetes.
does cough medicine help you get better. does otc cough medicine actually help to cure a cold and cough or does it just supress the symptoms while your body naturally fights off the infection?,cough medications (suppressants or expectorants) are for symptom control. they will not help you get better sooner but they could help you feel better while nature orchestrates the cure.
if i have ulcerative colitis should i keep a diary of food and symptoms?,"doctors and dietitians encourage patients to keep a food-and-symptoms diary for several weeks. ""by keeping track of what you eat and how you feel afterward you can identify specific foods that exacerbate your symptoms "" says dietitian tracie dalessandro rd author of what to eat with ibd. a dietitian may also want to review your diary to make sure that you're eating a well-balanced diet that includes all the nutrition you need. many experts recommend keeping a diary for at least three weeks. keep in mind that your goal should be to eat as wide a variety of foods as you can to assure well-balanced nutrition. ""diets that eliminate many foods are hard to follow and may result in nutrient deficiencies "" says dalessandro."
how can i ease symptoms of an inguinal hernia untill surgery?,your doctor will provide you with any recommended post-operative pain medications. you should not self-medicate before any surgery and only take pain medication that is specifically prescribed to you by the surgeon.
does feeding rice cereal make baby gain weight? . 5 month old. spoon fed,formula or breast milk in sufficient amounts will make a baby gain weight. it is okay to add some rice cereal and other solids starting at age six months or so but not in large amounts.
what do i need to expect when starting my sugar-free diet? . i've been wanting to quit sugar for awhile now ( i consume entirely too much! snack cakes sodas cereal etc) i was wondering about any dangers or anything that might help me to avoid the cravings that have tripped me up so often in the past. thanks.,"most people who eliminate up sugar have a hard time the first week or so and then feel better after that. the problem is that eventually most everyone who gives up sugar will eat it again -- and that is when the problems start. a better strategy might be to cut back on sugar -- and try to find more wholesome forms of sweet foods. instead of fighting against your sweet tooth which may cause the eventual ""over-consumption "" honor sweet cravings by finding more wholesome options. you can try a few squares of dark chocolate (be mindful and savor it) or bit of honey in your oatmeal that is topped with fruit and nuts. the result will be a diet that is much lower in sugar but higher in satisfaction. for more tips on dealing with sugar cravings see this webmd article. good luck with your health journey!"
i started using the patch to quit smoking. i’ve developed an itchy red warm area on my skin. did the patch cause this?,if the redness and itchiness is in the same spot as where you applied the patch this is a common side effect of patches applied to the skin. it is important when you use a patch to rotate the sites of application each day and to try and avoid using the same spot for at least 7 days. this can help curb the local reaction caused by the patch. if it happens every day wherever you apply the patch you could be allergic to one of the ingredients in the patch. you can ask your pharmacist to suggest a different patch or a different method to help you quit smoking if you are allergic to the patch you are using.
what can i do to minimize itching and redness from eczema and winter itch?,many people don’t realize that winter itch is a form of eczema one that tends to run in families. if your parents have it chances are that you and your children will develop it too. even babies can suffer from winter itch. even if you are genetically prone to eczema you can still take steps to protect your skin which may prevent eczema or at least ensure only a mild case. first of all moisturize your skin. this is the crucial step because you want to keep the skin barrier intact. even if it has turned warm again outside now is the time to start using the most effective moisturizers you can find. drugstores sell inexpensive yet highly effective petrolatum-based ointments and creams that are heavy enough to protect the skin. it is a very good idea to use these or a moisturizing lotion right after your bath or shower when the skin is still damp. oils work well too. for daytime wear when you may want to use something a little lighter and less greasy look for creams and lotions that contain hyaluronic acid shea butter avocado oil or glycerin. dimethicone a silicone-based ingredient works for many but not for those whose skin is prone to acne since it can increase breakouts. hands contain comparatively few oil glands and tend to dry and crack easily. the use of those alcohol-based sanitizers doesn’t help either. not only do they dry skin more than good old soap and water theyaren’t as effective at killing viruses and bacteria. actually you don’t even have to use soap which is undeniably drying to wash your hands. products marketed as gentle cleansers for sensitive skins work beautifully; carry a small bottle in your bag and use it instead of those scented soaps in public restrooms. in fact stay away from scented soaps period since they tend to irritate the skin. as for deodorant soaps they are absolutely terrible for anybody prone to winter itch – ditch them immediately! take shorter showers and baths and try to use a moisturizing body wash or a super-fatted soap. ifyour skin is very sensitive you can use the same gentle facial cleanser i recommend for hands.
tripped & fell. experienced excruciating knee pain when attempted to kneel 8 days later. xrays were normal. help!,i'm sorry to hear about your fall. that's certainly never pleasant! it's impossible to tell what's going on without performing a physical examination but i'm going to take a stab at this. i'm thinking you may have irritated or injured the patellar tendon where it attaches to the tibial tuberosity. let me explain that in laymen's terms. the patella of course is the kneecap. it is attached to the lower leg by a tendon. if you bend your knee and feel the very top of your shin bone you'll notice a bony bump. this is the tibial tuberosity (the 'tibia' being the medical term for your shin bone). the patellar ligament attaches to the tibial tuberosity. if you fell onto that area of your knee you very likely may have injured the tendon. the bad news is this can take a long (long) time to heal. tendons have poor blood circulation which means the tissue doesn't get as much oxygen as say muscle tissue does. and since oxygen is crucial to tissue repair it takes tendons and ligaments much longer to heal than other body tissues. on the plus side it probably will heal eventually. assuming you did in fact injure the patellar tendon your best course of action is to avoid doing anything else to irritate it. that means no kneeling no activities that cause lots of bending (such as playing soccer) and things like that. rest will help your leg heal. if you're not allergic to them anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen can help the pain. if the pain persists you can always get re-checked to see if this is indeed a soft tissue injury. wishing you well!
i suffer fromswollen lymph nodes joint pain ringing in my ears is it rheumatic heart disease?,according to the lab results it is not a rheumatic heart disease. i see all the symptoms are just temporary and goes away by its own so you might be just very anxious. see an ent specialist for the neck lymph nodes and ear ringing. practice relaxation techniques. yoga. breathing and meditation. maintain healthy low fat low salt diet…
i fell on my hand several months ago and since then my hand has bee hurting. could i have broken a bone in my hand?,of course. many fractures go undetected so you will need to see your medical provider and have an x-ray. by this time you may see x-ray evidence of an old fracture but the fact that you are still having pain indicates a need for a good examination to find the reason.
i heard about a vitamin booster called iss t-ibose. does it give you energy when you are feeling tired and exhausted?,i am unfamiliar with iss-t-ibose. ribose is an organic compound found within our bodies and the foods we eat. it is a simple sugar or monosaccharide. d-ribose is often marketed as a supplement for bodybuilders. many products contain d-ribose promoting weight loss appetite suppression increased energy and mental health support. although there are claims being made for its weight loss properties there have been no solid statistics to support these claims. many of the products containing this ingredient are expensive and hard to find. it is also not fda approved so caution is advised with this product. if a product is difficult to find and stores do not keep it in stock that is a sign that it isn’t all that safe or effective.
"how do i lose the last 10 pounds? i eat relatively health vegetarian and stay active. am not overweight but not ideal. i've been a vegetarian since i was 10 and love vegetables and naturally low-fat foods. i exercise 3-4 times a week and enjoy hiking and walking as well and have since childhood. i've never been overweight but i've never been able to get to my ""ideal"" weight either. i'm 5'5' and 147lbs. my goal is 135. the closest i've ever managed was 140 (and i was practically starving myself). i do have mild hypothyroidism but it's under control. . any advice or notes on something i could change?",we all have a genetic blueprint to how our big or small are body is supposed to be. when we eat healthy eat mindfully (meaning we don't eat past fullness often) and are active weight tends to take care of itself. if you are healthy (good blood pressure cholesterol etc. ) and not overweight there is no reason to get to an ideal weight. if you need to starve to get there then that tells me that is not the right weight for you. we are not all meant to be small and there is nothing magical about the ideal weight numbers. so my advice is that you focus on your healthy lifestyle and accepting your body as it is. you could focus more on different exercises and ways to increase fitness such as feeling stronger but i see no reason why you need to lose weight. i know our society says otherwise but spending all that energy on a weight that seems right for you may not be the best use of your time. best of health to you! i am not a fitness expert although i work for them but i wanted to offer an answer from my own personal experience. i had this same question not to long ago. i exercise 3-4 times a week eat healthy have 4 kids and 3 dogs who i run after or with all day long! but i was stuck at my target weight. i'm 5'6 i wanted to be 145. made it down to 165 from almost 190 about 6 months ago. my trainer also a good friend of mine said i needed to stop looking at the scale and focus on what was most important. being healthy and enjoying life. just as the last expert answer states. everyone is different. i stopped looking at the scale and put my efforts into enjoying the activities i love best and eating healthy but not limiting myself from foods i love or starving myself. i also change up my exercise routine regularly. i started doing hiit (you can google it) high intensity training classes. wow definitely felt the difference. about a week ago i went to my annual physical and weighed in for the 1st time in months. i was 155. i must be doing something right but what's different now is my outlook on my body and lifestyle. weight is just a number what's important to me is how i feel and having the energy to keep up with my very active family. it sounds like you are on the right path to a healthy fit life style. i wish you all the best and don't sweat the small stuff. enjoy life and save the sweat for the gym! <positive_smiley> -angel
hi i have headake for 3 years! and i try all medicine<negative_smiley>. hi please healp me,a constant headache for three years? as much as i would like to help you you will need to see a headache specialist (neurologist) for a diagnostic work-up. determining a cause and a treatment is based on the type of headaches you are having and the results of these tests. these things cannot be done blindly over the internet.
can i get a flu shot while on antibiotics,yes.
sprayed and breathed in too much raid now feel exhausted and hard to breathe?,hi if its been 24 hours till now after your sprayed raid and you dont feel any alarming symptoms like vomitting disorientation etc then you should not worry. feeling exhausted can be due to transient effect. open all the doors and windows of the room. breathe fresh air as much as possible. dont worry thanks
i was told i had a kidney infection i still have the pain but ultrasound says no infection?,i think you might have had kidney infection buy you still have ibs or spastic colon… your bloating. acid reflux. nausea and abdominal pain are all symptoms for that… generally avoid caffeine spicy foods. and fatty foods… get a usg for abdomen and pelvis.
can i lose weight without exercising? . if u may please tell me how and how long. i'm looking at 10-15 pounds,"yes. just stop eating. weight loss occurs when your body takes in less than it needs. how fast you lose that 10-15 pounds depends on many factors including how much you weigh right now. a pound of fat is 3 500 calories so if you ate 1000 less calories a day than you need to maintain your ideal weight (about 15 calories per pound of ideal weight) you will lose about two pounds a week. 8 pounds a month. in about 6 weeks you can safely reach your goal. you can lose it faster or slower but when you exercise you can ""reshape"" and look like you lost more."
lost 30 pounds without trying. i’m extremely tired all the time. nausea and vomiting?,thyroid imbalance is the underlying cause most probably. get detailed consultation with endocrinologist and thyroid scan done.
what is the most healthy way to adjust for jet lag? have been feeling headache after coming back from a china trip.,i think you will find this information helpful. <link>
what should you do or not do before you get a professional-strength chemical peel?,you should speak with your physician and tell them about any product or drug allergies and make sure you let them know all the products prescription or otherwise that you are using on your skin. also let them know if you are prone to cold sores on your face.
my tax return for 2012 will show $10 000 more than my retirement annuity since it included the last check from my job. this will unfairly put me at a higher rate for health insurance than i am earning in 2013. how can i qualify for a lower rate based on my actual income beginning 2013?,you can provide your estimated income for 2013 and use that to see if you qualify for a federal subsidy. if there are any discrepancies between your estimate and your actual income once you file your taxes you will want to let your state marketplace/exchange know so they can adjust any subsidy you are receiving.
can you spill keatones with type 2 diabetes?,of course. you can definitely have ketones show up in your urine if your diabetes (type i or ii) is not in control.
will i catch the stomach bug from toddler? when will he be better? . my 3yr old threw up twice yesterday morning together (food then bile i think). napped drank cup milk. threw up once more. drank pedialite&gatoraid was fine rest of day/night. today was fine all day drank milk through out day ate 3 nuggets&whole apple. went to bed at 10:30 got up few min ago at 1:30am threw up twice and now has diareah. when will he get better? will me or my twin 6 month olds catch it? i read a lot of adults won't because we build up some immunity? please help.,adults do have better immune systems and exposure to any infectious disease does not automatic imply that you or a sibling contact will get it. but you may. there are just too many variables to be able to predict if someone will also become ill. your twin six-month olds are more vulnerable of course since they are at the end of their maternal immunity stage. only time will tell. for all of you.
i have stomach & chest pains am light-headed dizzy & nauseous. what are these symptoms of?,i would highly recommend heading to the er and having it checked out. sometimes it could be an episode of severe heartburn or it could be something else -- especially since you have pains in your chest.
can too much computer or tv time at night adversely affect children’s health?,yes. television stimulates brain areas that interfere with sleep; it also suppresses the release of melatonin a natural hormone important in day-night cycling. children and teens especially tend to use even-more stimulating gadgets near bedtime. video games include rapid graphic images. computers cell phones and ipads support thousands of interactive applications that connect kids socially without any particular “off time. ” children with cell- or web-connected devices in their bedrooms get not only the sleep-depriving effect of bright screens at bedtime but may also continue to play games and communicate with friends well after what parents might have thought was “lights out. ” there are significant social health and educational consequences facing kids who aren’t getting their needed 8-10 hours of sleep every night. underslept children do poorer in school often exhibiting “add-like” behavior. they have more trouble getting along with friends and family and are more likely to struggle with obesity and depression. many teens who feel sleepy consume huge servings of coffee to stay awake which can further disrupt their normal sleep rhythm and leave them even more sleep-deprived.
can i get the stomach virus again? . i was sick earlier in the week with a stomach virus that consisted of 5 days of constant diarrhea and weakness. on the last day of my symptoms my daughter became ill and is fighting it right now. i'm wondering if i can be reinfected again while taking care of her? conventional wisdom tells me i'm immune since i gave it to her but i'm just curious. thanks!,"you are probably fine. temporarily immune to the bug that you just had but please keep in mind that there are more than one species of viruses that cause gastroenteritis. if you daughter is school-aged she could easily bring home a different one for you to ""enjoy"" for another week. cross your fingers and wash those hands!"
is benazepril hcl 40 mg tab is beta blocker? . i need to know because i am having ischemi pet scan tomorrow at 1pm thanks. luisa my email address; luisabburkett@gmail. com. thank you,no it is not a beta blocker. it is in the class of blood pressure drugs called an ace inhibitor plus a diuretic.
how common is benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph)?,benign prostatic hyperplasia (bph) is extremely common. half of all men over 50 develop symptoms of bph but only 10% need medical or surgical intervention.
what happens to someone when they get inguinal hernia?,inguinal hernias typically flatten or disappear when they are pushed gently back into place or when you lie down. over time hernias tend to increase in size as the abdominal muscle wall becomes weaker and more tissue bulges through. if you can't push your hernia back into your belly it is incarcerated. a hernia gets incarcerated when tissue moves into the sac of the hernia and fills it up. this is not necessarily an emergency. but if a loop of the intestine is trapped very tightly in the hernia the blood supply to that part of the intestine can be cut off ( strangulated ) causing tissue to die. in a man if tissue is trapped the testicle and its blood vessels can also be damaged. a strangulated hernia is a medical emergency that requires immediate surgery. in adults a hernia that can be pushed back into the abdomen can be surgically repaired at a convenient time. this is because incarceration is rare in adults. a hernia that cannot be pushed back can be repaired when surgery is convenient unless you have increased pain redness of the overlying skin fever nausea and vomiting or abdominal bloating. if any of these symptoms occur the hernia may need to be fixed sooner. inguinal hernias can come back after surgical repair. but in women it is rare for inguinal hernias to recur. fertility is usually not affected by an inguinal hernia or hernia surgery. but in males there is a chance that surgery or an incarcerated hernia can cause injury to the vas deferens the tube that carries sperm from the testicles to the urethra. it is not yet known how often or to what degree this affects a man's ability to father a child. in rare cases surgery or an incarcerated hernia may injure the blood vessels that supply one or both testicles with blood which may cause the affected testicle to shrink. hernias in children infants or children with an inguinal hernia need to have surgery as soon as possible because of the increased risk that a part of the intestine will become trapped and blood supply will be cut off leading to tissue death. incarceration when intestinal or abdominal tissue fills up the sac of a hernia occurs in about 2 or 3 out of 10 infants younger than 6 months who have hernias. most incarcerated hernias occur before the infant is 1 year old. 1 female infants face a higher risk of incarceration. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
why does a patient with heart disease retain fluid?,dont know
i have some sort of white chunky residue in my urine everytime i use the bathroom could this be a yeast infection?,in females vaginal yeast infections can cause burning itching and sometimes a whitish chunky discharge. yeast is normally found in the vagina in very small amounts. a yeast infection happens when this yeast begins to grow out of control. things that can cause this to happen include: • antibiotics • hormones • pregnancy • diabetes • weakened immune system but there are other things that can also cause white discharge from the vagina. you should make an appointment with your doctor or your gynecologist to see what is causing your symptoms.
had surgery for acoustic neuroma having secondary effects?,the surgery seems to be done properly but such complications are usually expected in these kind of complicated surgeries. get otoscopy done and a detailed examination by a ent specialist. the collection needs to be removed to avoid pressure symptoms.
thyroid blood work came back high. would this cause from smoking i do have copd emphisma,no smoking does not usually cause any abnormal thyroid tests but a person with copd should never smoke. you need to do what you can to stop smoking or the copd will become progressively worse. discuss your thyroid tests with your doctor since there are many different types of tests.
i have cramping blood in my stool and large black spots and intense nausea?,it is a long time to neglect these symptoms …you need to see a gi and make an endoscopy. these could be stomach ulcers or upper git lesion that needs treatment …
do enemas have an effect on kidney stones? . i am wondering if enemas have an effect on pre-existing kidney stones. could they cause them to try to pass?,an enema would only effect the colon not the urinary system. an enema would have no beneficial effect whatsoever on kidney stones.
i have severe abdomenal pain. i get stomach spams whenever i eat or drink anything. i'm nauseous all the time. morning nausea (not pregnant or hungover). severe stomach spasms when i eat or drink anything (even water makes me nauseous). very tired to the point i'm light headed and get a severe migraine. sharp pains from my lower abdomen. basically anything i eat or drink gives me nausea and a severe spasm. . i've been tested for caeliac and have had many blood tests and urine tests done. . please help.,i'm sorry to hear you're going through this. it sounds miserable and worrisome. i want to emphasize your need to stay hydrated even if drinking water gives you nausea. maybe try drinking water at different temperatures to see if one is more palatable than another. or see if there's a vitamin water flavored water or type of sports drink you can tolerate. despite the fact you've been tested for celiac and other conditions in the past my advice to you is to keep pursuing a cause for your symptoms. some conditions take a long time to be diagnosed such as gastroparesis. sometimes tests need to be repeated periodically and the results compared in order to reach a diagnosis. it's ok to be very pro-active with your health care providers in pushing for additional testing or repeated tests (depending on how much time has elapsed) in order to get a diagnosis. i'd suggest keeping copies of all your lab results and imaging films. usually these can be provided to you on cds for easy storage. you'll want to keep these for new doctors you may consult and for comparison of test results over time. i wish i had some magic suggestion to offer you in terms of a diagnosis but that's not the case. like i said hang in there and don't give up just because you've had a few tests done. keep going back to your provider(s) to let them know you still have symptoms. i wish you all the best!
is it possible to transmit gonorrhea to your sexual partner if the bacteria have not incubated yet? . let's say you acquire the bacteria a day before to a different partner and had intercourse with another. i had some reading and some experts say the incubation of the said bacteria is 2-5 days was wondering if it's possible to transmit it if it's not yet incubated and showed no symptoms at all. if yes what are the percentage of chances it can be transmitted? . your help is greatly appreciated!,hi if you picked it up then you can pass it on i don't think the incubation period counts but what does count is that you have it. good luck
burn to inside of forearm 4 days ago from hot curling iron. been treating with silver sulfadiazine. still oozing-wet. i dropped my curling iron onto my shoulder and forearm 4 days ago. the burn to my shoulder is 1 x 1 inches. the burn to the inside of my forearm is 2 x 1/2 inches and more severe. the doc prescribed silver sulfadiazine to be applied twice a day and covered with stick-free gauze squares. the blisters broke almost right away. very little pain but still looks open raw and is oozing brownish yellowish goop. is it normal for it to ooze after 4 days and still look open?,most helpful answer oh ouch! sorry to hear you went through this. the sacrifices we make to look good right? ! it sounds to me from your description like the wound healing process is proceeding along a normal course. that brownish/yellowish goop you see likely is caused by an excessive number of protein cells. the body tends to overcompensate a little when trying to heal a wound like this. unless you spike a fever (over 101f) and start feeling nauseated or something you're probably good to go. i'm sure your doctor gave you wound care instructions. you don't need to scrub that goo off but you can cleanse the wound with cool soapy water and pat dry. the silver sulfadiazine was a great choice for this type of burn. that stuff is nearly miraculous in my opinion. a thin layer is all you need. eventually this will wound scab over. it sounds like you might have a scar from this burn. if that concerns you feel free to consult your physician again after it's healed for some options about how to minimize the scar. all the best to you!
what are the symptoms of hyperthyroidism?,"hyperthyroidism is suggested by several signs and symptoms; however patients with mild disease usually experience no symptoms. in patients older than 70 years the typical signs and symptoms also may be absent. in general the symptoms become more obvious as the degree of hyperthyroidism increases. the symptoms usually are related to an increase in the metabolic rate of the body. common symptoms include: excessive sweating. heat intolerance. increased bowel movements. tremor (usually fine shaking). nervousness; agitation. rapid heart rate. weight loss. fatigue. decreased concentration. irregular and scant menstrual flow. in older patients irregular heart rhythms and heart failure can occur. in its most severe form untreated hyperthyroidism may result in ""thyroid storm "" a condition involving high blood pressure fever and heart failure. mental changes such as confusion and delirium also may occur."
can hsv-2 cause hsv-1? . i recently found out that i have hsv-2. apparently i have had it for a long time because my boyfriend of 5 years does not have it. i have never had an outbreak so i had no idea that i had it. my 2 year old has what appears to be a mouth ulcer on the inside of her lip but she has also been running a fever. i am worried that it may be hsv-1 because i know it can cause fever in kids. is it possible that she contracted this from me even though i do not have hsv-1?,hi ok it seems if you already have one type of hsv it is harder to get the other type. that’s because the virus causes the body to produce antibodies that provide some crossover protection against the other type should it entering the body. that’s why when a person with a prior hsv infection does contract the other type the first episode tends to be less sever than in a person who has no prior antibodies. hope this helps you. good luck
can poison ivy rash return same place after 2 months? . rash returned same places on arms after 2 months since had first rash. . haven't been any where near any plants no pets to come in contact with poison ivy. any one ever hear of this happening?,i was exposed to poison ivy when i was a teenager and after taking steroids it went away but it comes back most years (i am now 4<positive_smiley> and some years it returns 3 or 4 times without any exposure to poison ivy plants. it starts in my wrists and ankles with small bumps and in a day or two can spread to most of my arms and legs. sometimes it even spreads to my face and abdominal area. when it becomes really severe i go to the doctor and get steroids and have also done really long tempers (take medicine for about a month decreasing dosage each time until it is finished). it always comes back regardless of the amount of medication and shots i am prescribed by doctors. which clearly indicates it must be in my bloodstream and remains there. to deal with itch i use benadryl gel and white vinegar but over the years have tried pretty much every product available over the counter recommended for poison ivy and others that are not. it still itches and over the years i have definitely become more tolerant of the itchiness but wish there was a cure. doctors keep telling me i have to be exposed to it every time in order to get it which is clearly not the case. i wonder what damage if any it is causing in my body. i sympathize with those who get it. i hope someone studies this one day and finds a cure!
do dna skin repair products really work?,up until fairly recently the only way to reverse sun damage was to have laser treatments chemical peels or use retinols and prescription tretinoin creams. a revolutionary innovation in the cosmeceutical industry is changing that. now all you may need to do is go to your drugstore or department store and look for products that contain dna repair ingredients. these ingredients now come in every product imaginable — creams lotions serums sunscreens. and here’s the wonderful thing: they really do work. dna skin repair ingredients are usually based on enzymes derived from a variety of sources including plankton and plants. most of the major skin care companies are already selling dna repair products and are closely following the new research. all these products seem to improve the skin so it is not necessary to buy the most expensive one. these enzymes work by restoring dna that has been damaged by free radicals most often caused by sun exposure pollution and other environmental factors. dna damage is what causes sagging wrinkles and rough-textured skin. in other words it’s what makes you look old. dna repair products don’t seem to fade brown spots though and though they soften fine lines they won’t have the dramatic effect of botox or hyaluronic acid fillers that plump deep creases. still people really notice a difference after a few weeks of using these products and they are usually happy with the results. one of the advantages of most dna repair products is that unlike tretinoin and retinols (which should only be used at night) they do not interact with sunlight and can be used during the day. in fact a few sunscreens already include dna repair ingredients. although the research is still coming in this may be the wave of the future in sun protection.
after having my teeth cleaned i can only open my mouth a few inches and closing my mouth is painful. what should i do?,all of the symptoms you are experiencing are signs of infection and are a real emergency that can get worse. i would get to a dentist as soon as possible. these types of infections can be quite painful and end up with a hospitalization or worse.
i am a 50 yr old unemployed widow in florida. can i get medicaid? . i have no income but no dependent children. i am 50 and unemployed.,starting in 2014 the affordable care act changes the eligibility rules for medicaid so generally people who haven't qualified before may do so now. the deciding factor is income. if you earn slightly less than $16 000 annually you can qualify. but here's the rub -- a number of states including florida -- have declined to expand medicaid under the new law. that means people like yourself who might otherwise qualify for medicaid coverage won't have that as an option. however if you make roughly $12 000 or more you can look to your state's health insurance marketplace which will open october 1st. you'll be able to shop for health insurance and if you qualify you'll get a tax break to help cover the cost of a health plan. if your income is very low the price break could be quite substantial. in addition you may also qualify for subsidies that will lower your costs each time you go the doctor. i suggest you check out the state pages here at webmd which will give you a good idea about the details of what will be available to you in florida. also sign yourself up for information about the marketplaces at healthcare. gov. good luck!
if im due 02/15/2016 when did i get pregnant?,hi as a rough guess about what would be 2 periods ago you can only use the period start date as a guide so 14 days after that would have been your ovulation day sex around 3 to 4 days before this would be the best you would get. all you need now is to check your diary. hope this helps you. good luck
can a uti be misdiagnosed as chlamydia,hi there are 2 schools of thought one says yes you can be the other says no it is chlamydia but the real thing to do would be wait around 6 weeks then go get retested that way you would know for sure. hope this helps. good luck
what effect does regular exercise have on pain from spinal stenosis? . i have exacerbations of pain where my whole body aches and feels weak. what triggers are connected to spinal stenosis pain in the cervical thoracic and lumbar spines. lulu,hi lulu as you read through this link below your see how two forms of arthritis is behind the pain. <link> just click on the link to open it. now what you see below is a post of mine its a good well know mix for lots of problems from blood onwards all very natural and healthy. the way out and clearing away plaque would be to get on cayenne pepper turmeric and garlic take this each morning and see how you go. its all very healthy for you. you just mix cp and turmeric 50/50 in olive oil and then mix with tomato paste and thin it with olive oil at first you just mix this to a heat that suits you and over time you can slowly increase the cp and turmeric. you take 3 teaspoonfuls each morning first thing you wash each spoonful down with water before anything else just after you get up one thing it will warm you up with this which will also help would be very fine chopped garlic just do a whole head chopped fine and keep in olive oil with this you add dried parsley a couple of good desert spoonful’s and mix you just add a teaspoonful on top of the cp an turmeric mix just mix into the top take as said. the parsley its very good for the blood and helps keep your cholesterol down. please do keep both jars in the fridge keeps a lot better that way. now if you google and read up about all three there very good for ed your cholesterol heart and its arteries prostate and ra garlic is also very good for your blood so along with the cp and turmeric your be doing your body the world of good. at first you really need to be taken this 3 times a day the other 2 times just before meals for 2 weeks then just twice a day for 2 weeks then just the once at first thing in the mornings great way to start the day. and yes have had ed now in recovery and do take what is above daily along with other supplements and a hormone. so do hope this helps you. good luck ps this really needs a 12 week trail to see if its going to work for you if its for ra do increase it up the stronger it is the better it works for you. don’t forget to up the amount of cp and turmeric as you go on. one last piece of info some cp i got out here in greece was not very hot so changed shops and using a 50/50 mix of cp and chilli powder this i put a heaped teaspoon on top each day along with a heaped teaspoon of turmeric now from a site i’m on they say to help turmeric get absorbed to take a ¼ teaspoon of black pepper with it and because if these extra amounts its now 4 teaspoon's each morning. what a great way to light a fire in your stomach to get the day started.
what should i do if i suspect an overdose of metoprolol tartrate?,if overdose is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center. symptoms of overdose may include: very slow heartbeat severe dizziness severe weakness fainting trouble breathing.
how can i find a doctor for a specific breathing issue? . if i walk up stairs or cardio exercise i am out of breath immediately my heart pounds and my legs feel tight. i have been seeing multiple doctors to no avail. i've been told: acid reflux asthma and vocal cord dysfunction. i've seen doctors for and treated all 3 and guess what - i still can't breathe. . how do i find a doctor to treat this? i have asked to be sent to a cardiologist -- but i don't think i should be doing all the guessing here and throwing my money away. thank you.,since the heart is the pump that supplies oxygen from your lungs and since you are getting out of breath with minor exertion seeing a cardiologist is a good next step. you may need an exercise treadmill test with attached to an electrocardiogram oxygen sensor and ultrasound. i don't think this important evaluation to rule out a heart-related cause would be a waste of money.
my dad is waking up around 5am with a panic attack and belches afterwards. my dad is 77 years old and in great health. no high blood pressure or heart problems. we were thinking it is acid reflux but that med is not helping. have tried 3 or more kinds. any help would be appreciated.,does he have other symptoms of acid reflux? if not maybe the belching could be from swallowing air during the panic attack. are the panic attacks coming from a nightmare or other environmental factor?
where can i find additional information about a flu pandemic?,during a flu pandemic guidelines and situations can change rapidly. people are advised to be aware that several sources are available to them to keep current with developments. the web sites below are frequently updated especially when a pandemic is declared. the first web site contains an update written for the public and caregivers; the government and who sites provide detailed information that are updated as guidelines and developments occur.
can you have colon cancer and develope bone cancer. i had stage 111 20 years ago. the doctors gave me 8 months to live now i'm 64 years old now. i have pain in the same area of my colon cancer. at first i felt it was my left kidney because i produce about 5 stones per year on the left kidney my pain is about 4 ins. on my lower left side but now it has gotten more painful sometimes my whole body hurts. i feel so tried drained it feels like every bone in my body is being crushed. i guess i'm just scared to hear cancer again.,my mother had 3 different types of cancer one at a time and spread apart by years. my sisters and i believe its in the blood stream once you get one kind. hitting where it wants next. but ask a cancer specialist for best bet. maybe you can help me? doc said i have vita deficient been on strong meds a year now having pains and now have vitaminb12 deficiency and need shots once a week and meds possibly for life. now they want to do colonostopy for cancer? do you have these vitamin deficiencies?
i have serious heartburn several times a day. baking soda in a little water gives me fast relief. is this harmful? . i have been taking a teaspoonful of it in water for several months now.,"i am concerned that you have ""serious"" heartburn as frequently as you described and would like to know if you have been evaluated by a health care provider. i would also like to know if you have taken any over-the-counter medications and what their effect was. i don’t think the baking soda in water is harmful but i don't see any benefit either. i would highly recommend seeing a health care provider for further evaluation."
i have cold feet some numbness in right foot and cold hands nearly constantly,sounds like it could be bad circulation or low iron. if an iron supplement doesn't help it could be the other.
could i be pregnant 7 days late. i had a period on september 29th and spotted on the 15th for a hour or two and then didn't have a period until november 4th had a blood test earlier that day and it was negative but now breast very sore and tender and i still had one last period when i was pregnant with my son could i be pregnant i keep reading about. all these women who had negative tests til months in please help?,hi having a period and still be pregnant yes you could be or it could be just a missed period it does happen. but wait till you should have you next period if you miss then do a test hope this helps. good luck
my daughter has crohn's disease. can she take ibuprofen?,i'd strongly advise against taking nsaid's especially is she has ulcers because they can cause ulcers to bleed.
my 11 month old drinks soy formula can i switch her to whole milk,"most infants transition to whole milk at 12 months assuming they are eating well from the table and do not have any sensitivity to milk and milk products. milk is just one source of nutrients in a child's diet but cow's milk and soy formula are not bio-equivalent. i don't know why your child is on soy so i really can't give you the ""okay"" to start whole milk. you will need to talk to her pediatrician."
lower back pain and loss of blood.,find out the reason for such blood loss. consult a doctor
having heart valve replacement surgery concerned about risk factors and other treatment options?,surgury is safe no possible complications or risksgood luck
my son's 3rd hep b vaccine was administered 2 weeks too early. does he need a 4th one? he's 8 had these when 1-2 yrs. he received his vaccines on 12/10/204 2/10/2005 and 3/29/2005. school nurse recommends a 4th one but i am dubious and wanted a second opinion other than my pediatrician who made the error in the first place. thanks.,probably not but an extra vaccine won't really hurt him. he can always get a blood test to see if he has an hep b antibodies present. if he does he does not need another one.
red eye after cornea transplant?,not yet. wait to see how the drops work out. then consult with your ophthalmologist again
"could my girlfriend be pregnant? how early is too early for an accurate test? is spotting after a week late a good sign? . my girlfriend and i are in a long-distance monogamous relationship. over the 4th of july i went out to spend a few days with her and on the 4th we got a little too drunk and had unprotected sex. i pulled out but we all know that's hardly ""safe"" sex. . she was expecting her period anytime between thurs july 3rd to sat july 5th and as of today (july 11) there is still nothing and we are both more than a little freaked out. she has had no breast tenderness or fatigue and only some spotting.",hi so she should have had her period between the 3rd and 5th and you both had unprotected sex on the 4th so what makes you think she pregnant day 1 of her cycle period day 14 or about then is her ovulation day and all being well around day 28 her new period starts. ok if you had sex on day 13 then she could have gotten pregnant but not around the day of her period unless she has a very odd system. could be that she has just skipped her period it can happen. hope this helps you both. good luck ps i would carry more condoms or get her on some kind of bc if all's well but not depo shot the side effects a can be very bad.
kindly suggest some solution for sudden knee pain.,thanks for writing to this platform. you have written sudden onset pain in the knee region since morning with no history of any injury to the knee. also i want to actually know whether there are any associated signs or symptoms of any inflammation like skin redness swelling local warmth etc? if it is just a localized knee pain with no associated symptoms my advise to you will be: gentle anti-inflammatory medications like tablets etoshine (etoricoxib) or paracetamol can be taken in small doses for five to seven days. adequate calcium and vitamin d supplementation as per requirement. intensive ice packs at home for three to four times in a day. activity modification as in to give adequate rest and avoid heavy physical activity till your pain subsides. see how it goes for around two weeks of time. normally the pain should settle within a week. if your condition does not improve then we need to get certain investigations done. do not hesitate to contact me should you need any further information/sos (as necessary). for further information consult an orthopaedician and traumatologist online --> <link>
would my laminectomy of l5/s1 disk affect the disk above l4/l5 causing it to herniate?,i do not believe so i think you are having a independent problem in your spine may be related to the cause that yoy have done for it laminectomyplease tell me why you primarily do laminectomy what causes you spinal stenosis. and if any investigations were done back then
i had a surgical-abortion a year ago now am pregnant again but this time iam thinking of having a medical-abortion is my medical-abortion going to have any trouble because i had a surgical abortion a year ago?,the term medical abortion is used when a medicine is given in order to perform a chemically induced abortion. the results are better if the medication is given earlier. there are various medications that might be used. most of the women would abort within hours but it can also take up to several weeks to complete the abortion. the complications are usually rare. anyway a prolonged bleeding might occur that will need a suction. most doctors and researcher agree that a prior surgical abortion is not a contraindication for a medical abortion. however the medical abortion has to be advised and led by a doctor after a complete examination of the woman.
is cold water bad for you,to drink or swim in it? if you are talking about drinking cold water then i have to tell you that ice cold water is my favorite drink. the colder the better. drinking cold water is not bad for you. i am not a big fan of swimming in cold water but some people love it. as long as you are not immersed to the point of getting hypothermia you may find it exhilarating. i find it unbearable. so swimming in cold water isn't bad if you can stand it.
what are the symptoms of colon cancer?,drink 8 glass of water. unlock your hip flexors book review
can your arteries go from normal to clogged in 7 months? i was told i was fine and now i'm scared it has changed. i went to the cardiologist about seven months ago. i had 2 ekgs and an electrocardiogram. everything was normal. i had a very emotionally stressful week and the entire week i've had anxiety issues. during the anxiety i had slight chest pain on my left side. i woke up one morning and i my pectoral muscles were tight and felt like i had a strong workout without working out. during the next 6 days i've had pain and tingling in my arm/under my armpit. is this just a reaction on my anxiety,hi i m not a cardiologist or anything but due to my experience with anxiety i can tell you that it had caused my heart to beat so fast that it made my chest hurt and i felt short of breath. to answer your question to the best of my knowledge arteries do not go from normal to clogged in 7 months unless you have risks such as family history of heart disease not being active and eating unhealthy foods (high in salt and fat). i would recommend however to call up your cardiologist and ask for yourself to get checked out again just to be sure.
bad migraine for 4 days now been to er doc said he wasn't worried about it being anything serious. still worried. help? . slightly relieved by tylenol but then returns feel constantly tired and stressed out. worried about what's going on i just need some advice on what i should do.,hi having a migraine for 4 days is not that bad if you do get migraines sometimes these can last a lot longer the best thing would to find a doctor who specialises in migraines and work form there. not much but hope it helps. good luck last thought try this www. earthclinic. com its all natural stuff but you may find something?
i have a itchy rash that comes and goes what could be causing this? . the rash appears in different areas of my body for an example a rash showed up on my wrist and stayed a while and went away. later the same day it appeared on my stomach and then on my thighs etc. its itchy while it is present. at one point my hands first turned red and then start to itch really bad to the point i had to wash my hands repeatedly. i work in the medical field so i wash my hands a million times a day. what could be causing this reaction?,this sounds just exactly like an issue that i dealt with for months in 2014. hubby and i went on vacation and on the last couple of days i was having an itch right at my waist line in the back. it wasn't too bad and i didn't think too much of it at the time. it would come and go. the day we got home it got worse. i looked in the mirror and there was a couple of spots each about the size of a quarter that looked like hives. i put an ice pack on it to relieve the itching and after half an hour or so it went away. over the course of about 2 months my nutritionist and i tried and tried to figure it out but it would just come and go several times a day. sometimes on my arms other times it was on my stomach or legs or back. very random. at times it would be circular in shape. other times it would show up as long lines or irregular shapes. definitely looked like hives though. then suddenly it just stopped. i realized one day that it had been a week and no new out breaks. it started on our vacation in august 2014 and ended sometime around november/december 2014. then just this past week it happened again. i noticed my arm pits itching a little one evening but again didn't think much of it. wasn't too bad just a little annoyance a couple times. the next morning i woke up to bright red pits and the same hive looking spots on my stomach. i started thinking about what was different during the time that i didn't have the hives. the only thing i could come up with was the while on our vacation last year we had lots of specialty coffee drinks from a famous coffee shop that i won't name here. i continued to have them several times a week until sometime in the fall don't remember when. just last weekend we decided to have them again a couple times that weekend. large ones. two days later the hives were back. that makes me sad but i guess maybe i need to lay off the expensive coffee drinks and just have my coffee here at home. it can be different things for different people but thought i would mention this just in case it might help someone else. i never thought at the time that my coffee drinks could be the problem (and it may just be a coincidence) but for now i think i'll avoid them.
what are the chances of being pregnant. got the iud for 2 weeks toook it out becuase of pain came on my cycle the next day of the removal stayed on my cycle for 2 weeks got off my cycle on 04/04/2013 had unprotected sex on 04/05/2013 and every day since then what are the chances of me being pregnant and my doc states that im very fertile,you can get a pregnancy test with a 99-plus percent accuracy rate online for less than $10. why not just buy one and find out for sure? i paid less than $9 total for mine from a site called <link>
can you boost your hcg level when pregnant if so how,no your hcg levels during pregnancy are controlled automatically by your pituitary gland and your brain. you cannot increase them nor should you (if you could).
if i have three stents and have soreness in my chest is this something i should get checked out?,any chest pain that occurs in someone that has known coronary disease as you do with the 3 stents should be evaluated by a physician especially if the symptoms are consistent with those occurring before the stents were placed. other concerning symptoms are chest pains or discomfort that occur with exertion or stress. while there are many causes of chest discomfort please take seriously these symptoms given the past history and talk with your doctor.
what surgery options do i have for prostate cancer?,surgery is one of two main treatments for early-stage prostate cancer. radiation is the other. surgery may be done to remove the prostate and its cancer. it may done to remove and test lymph nodes in the area to see whether the cancer has spread. it also may be done to fix urinary problems that are caused by a tumor pressing on the urethra. the stage of your prostate cancer along with your age and general health will affect the type of surgery you choose. surgery choices radical prostatectomy is an operation to remove the entire prostate and any nearby tissue that may contain cancer. it can be done as open surgery through an incision (cut) in the belly or as laparoscopic surgery through several very small incisions in the belly. laparoscopic surgery is done with a tiny camera and special instruments to remove the prostate. sometimes lymph nodes in the area also are removed so that they can be checked for signs of cancer. this is called a lymph node biopsy nerve-sparing surgery helps preserve the nerves that are along the side of the prostate and that are needed for an erection. this is only done when there is little chance of leaving cancer cells behind. if you already have sexual function issues nerve-sparing surgery may not be the best choice for you. laparoscopic surgery is most often done by hand. a few doctors now do this surgery by guiding robotic arms that hold the surgery tools. this is called robot-assisted prostatectomy. what to think about removing the prostate can cause erection problems and bladder problems. but for many men these problems get better over time. if you and your doctor decide that you need surgery be sure to choose a highly skilled surgeon at a hospital that has a good success rate. studies show that men have fewer side effects from prostate surgery when they have a skilled and experienced surgeon. 15 surgery may completely remove your prostate cancer. but it is not possible to know for sure before surgery whether the cancer has spread beyond the prostate. when cancer has spread it cannot always be cured with surgery alone. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.
can a breathing treatment given before a chest x-ray hide lung cancer?,i have read through your query. please find my observations below. breathing treatments like nebulizers will not hide any suspected lung cancer when given before taking a chest x-ray. chest x-ray is a basic investigation used to screen the lungs field and heart and usually done as a routine investigation. a routine chest x-ray usually picks up any nodules or mass in the lung fields that might represent lung cancer and is not affected by the patient taking nebulization therapy. if there are strong reasons to suspect a lung cancer then a ct scan chest is the best investigation and gives complete detailed overview of the lungs. in conclusion breathing treatment will not hide a lung cancer when given before taking a chest x- ray. consult a radiologist online for further follow up --> <link>
i have a bulged disc in my back. lumbar region l4 and l5 i don’t know what to do anymore?,try seeing an osteopathy doctor. do a new mri and continue with physical therapy but make sure you are on the program that suits you by seeing a good physical therapist. apply hot packs daily before sleeping on your back.
painful 1 inch swelling between anus and scrotum not a pimple under the skin gives me fever help? . hi . i have a swelling between my scrotum and anus closer to the scrotum . it's size has increased in the last two days . i have had it for 4 days now it's excruciatingly painful. i have no idea what it is and what to do. . plus it gives me fever so i have taken small doses of paracetamol . it's still somewhat manageable if its kept warm. can you please tell what is it and how can i get better? ways to treat it? . any help would be really really appreciated! . thank you!,what you are describing is what i think a blood boil. most people get them like under the arm where you sweat are inside the leg near the scrotch or vagina area. and they can be very painful. my suggestion is to sit in a warm tub of water for as long as you can to get it soft do not put soap in it but put something like lysol the concentrated kind it will kill the germs and it will help as an disinfectant. it will keep the infection down;. it may break on its own and if it does it will have some pus and maybe some blood. in a tub a warm water as warm as you can stand it put about 2 capfuls of lysol only the kind that is concentrated it should come in a brown bottle. you might could find it in a drug store or in a grocery store where the laundry soap is found. but that is only a temporary fix. if it doesn't pop on its own then go to a doctor he will likely look and see exactly what it is and prescribe antibiotics to help it go away. i went to a doctor cause i had something similar and she popped mine and then she prescribed some medicine and then it went away and i have never had one since. so please seek treatment whatever you feel like is the best option and please let us know what you decide to do. i do hope that you get to feeling better and please keep us informed of your health. we do care and we want to help. thank you
i get a sharp shooting pain when i swallow?,hi. there seems to be a oesophageal constriction / stricture somewhere down the throat. this is not due to gastritis definitely. to see whats wrong you need to get an oesophago-gastro-endoscopy done. consult a gastroenterologist. thanks
is there any type of drug/medication that contains pecans? . i need this information for my daughters project please help.,i have never heard of a prescription medication that uses pecans in any way but often the manufacture does not openly disclose this so i guess there is a possibility. <link>
what is the dash diet for high blood pressure?,the dash diet which stands for the dietary approaches to stop hypertension calls for a certain number of servings daily from various food groups including more daily servings of fruits vegetables and whole grain foods.
i have had an ovarian cyst for over 2 years. 10 cm. . feel sick/ queasy. have had a preg test. negitive results. most pain comes before and after periods and with/after intercourse up to a couple days after. i feel full too even if missed meals or small meals. i feel bloated tired cranky i had two periods last few months and missed mine this month. pain is on the right side front and back.,"why do you still have it? i was operated on for having a cyst on my ovary as i was having a lot of pain with mine. after they took it out they told me""it was as big as a goose's egg. "" i take it you don't have much pain with yours? otherwise to me the doctor would take it out talk to him her or them about it and see what they say. i must admit i had my operation back in 1982 so maybe they do it different today. ""good luck"""
blood in my stool. i have been hurting in my bottom for the last week. well today i had a bowel movement and it was a lot of blood in the stool. what can this be? my grandmother and aunt on my fathers side died of colon cancer. i told my doctor that he said i didn't have to be checked till i was over 40. ( my aunt was 29 when she died ). what should i do?,hi blood in stools or urine see your doctor asap make that a golden rule always. good luck
when should i start getting mammograms and how often?,in my practice i recommend that women start with a baseline mammogram at age 35. then they do their next mammogram at 40 and then we do them yearly after 40. we see a lot of breast cancer between 40 and 50 and we try to even increase the mammograms with breast sonograms so it enhances a pickup in breast cancer because as you look at the breast before 50 a lot of them are dense and you can’t really pick up a lot on the mammogram so the breast sonogram is a great adjutant to your mammogram. do you ask your doctor for that if they don’t give it to you? i have my patients go for mammograms and we fight to get them breast sonogram because the insurance companies are not great about paying for breast sonogram but having had picked up many breast cancers from the breast sonograms i encourage the patients to go for breast sonograms.
my doctor wants to do an injection should a cortisone injection be done without ultra sound guidance?,hi yes cortisone injection can be taken without ultrasound guidance. once the xray is done and the exact location of the spur is noted doctor can give it without any ultrasound guidance. the doctor needs to be skillful or else if he has no confidence then it would be better to take ultrasound guidance. its a doctor’s call thanks
can epilepsy only occur while sleeping? . my father has had about 4 episodes in about years in which he looses consciousness and become very stiffed. always during the first 10 to 20 minutes after he goes to sleep. he is always taken to the hospital and all tests become negative. could this be a type of epilepsy?,yes. your father should be examined and properly diagnosed by a good neurologist not the er. yes. i myself have seizures during the night. i recently had a stay in the hospital to discover my seizures had increased from 3 different types to 4. the hospital stay lasted about a week during which i was hooked up to an eeg machine for 24 hour monitoring. in which i was video taped to see just the type of seizures i was having. not all hospitals have the technology to due this kind of monitoring. if it is something you think should be looked into further talk to a neurologist first they may recommend he see a specialist who will be able to preform this procedure. good luck in your efforts.
my problem is i am always feeling fatigued in the late afternoon and evening as if i am ready to fall asleep?,try b-active in the morning and omega-3 after dinner u will feel great
what are complications of sinus infection?,chronic sinus infection may spread to respiratory tract and trigger asthma or bronchitis. the sinus infection may lead to vision problems ear infections and even inflammation to membranes of brain and spinal cord.
"i am under weight. i try everything but nothing works. i am only 87 pounds. i am 5""4"". small frame but i cannot gain weight no matter what efforts of force feeding myself. i am so frustrated i want to look healthy!",you missed a few essential bits of information: are you male or female? how old are you? what do your parents look like. small or large people?
can you get lyme disease from bone graph,no. lyme disease is caused by a bite from a lyme-disease carrying tick. there is no medical evidence that a bone graft causes lyme disease.
hello i have a question concerning add/adhd. i have always procrastinated since i was little and it wasn't a very big deal until i got into late high school. i am now in college and cannot muster up the motivation to do work i know i have to do. i know i have the intelligence to get the work done better and faster than i am completing it but i usually lose focus after 20-30 minutes into the assignment and get distracted by anything that is slightly more interesting. this has always been the case since i can remember. my question is do you think this is a legitimate reason for me to go seek medical help? and if so how do i bring it up without appearing to be a bum college student looking for a fix? any insight you could give me on the matter would be greatly appreciated.,i am very sorry to know about your medical problems. but without a proper medical history and complete physical examination and psychiatric assessment it would not be possible to assess your situation. hence it would be recommended to consult with your doctor and seek proper medical help.
my immune system is deficient in the 1gg3 classification please advise?,your immune deficiency condition makes you more liable to experience more frequent infections discuss with your specialist the options of infection control life style modifications and even prophylactic antibiotics if neededseek the er help if you find yourself with obvious increase in the work of breathing high grade fever above 38 shortness of breathing not responding to treatment may be you need a specific regimen of cortisone and beta 2 agonist to relieve your asthma symptoms as well you need a team of both immunologist and pulmonologistgood luck
i had unprotected oral sex (69) to a woman and a few hours after i'm having body temerature issues. could it be hiv? . i'm really stressed and worried because of my ocd. i performed and receive oral sex with a women and a few hours later i started shivering. is possible for symptoms to show up just a few hours later? which std could it be if not hiv? last but no least could i get a blood test tomorrow? the anxiety is killing me.,hi for a start it takes a lot of std's about 8 weeks to show so i think you can rule that out. perhaps you have just picked the flu as simple as that but stressing your self out will not do you any good. try just going into a darken room and chill out for a couple of hours think happy thoughts think how nice it was giving and receiving oral sex. its the one thing a lot of guys do love doing and me its a very sexual thing done right. but if you feel you really need it do go and get a blood test done just to calm you down. good luck
how can i find a reasonably priced qualified mental health counselor?,when looking for a therapist it is important to find one that is qualified affordable and that you can connect well with. when you first talk with a therapist (either on the phone or in person) consider it an interview to see if the person is right for you. ask about their credentials making sure that they are a licensed psychiatrist psychologist social worker or counselor. offer a thumbnail sketch of your issue and ask if this is the kind of issue that they treat and have expertise with. ask what their approach is and why they think it would be helpful for you. as you listen to these answers think about whether you feel comfortable not only with what they are saying but also with how they are saying it. in terms of finding someone you can afford you might want to try a local clinic hospital or teaching institution (a school that trains therapists might have its own clinic) because they might have a sliding scale. although those in training are less experienced (a downside) and might make you think twice about going they also receive supervision-- and sometimes the training is for experienced people working on a more advanced degree. again if you feel comfortable that is most important (along with proper qualifications). you might want to check with the self-help support group clearinghouse for both self-help groups and recommendations for where to seek sliding scale professional help. try the state or local professional associations (i. e. for psychologists or social workers) and ask if they can direct you. and whoever you call for help if they cannot help ask if they can direct you as to where to get help.
can an individual have more than one type of arthritis at a time?,absolutely.
if i select a health insurance plan in baltimore will that plan allow me to go to another state for medical treatment?,generally plans are state specific. if you move you'll need to sign up for a new plan in your state at the time of your move.
fear? of needles for long as i can remember. i have not had blood draw in 27 years. i can't overcome this fear. i have had fear? of needles for long as i can remember. in my childhood my mother was a hypochondriac and took me to the doctor many times. i must have had numerous injections at that time but i have blocked out all memory of that. in the last 31 years i have only had a blood draw twice. once at age 14 and at age 19. i do not know how i went through it at that time. now at age 46 i could not imagine having my blood drawn. i understand this is irrational. i do not know how to overcome this fear.,you've done the right thing by coming here and asking about your phobia because actually this is exactly the type of fear that can be overcome. you've already taken the first two crucial steps to overcoming this phobia: 1. identifying it; 2. asking for help. the next step i advise you to take is to contact a counselor or psychotherapist. you may be pleased to learn that advances in treating phobias over the past couple of decades have made it possible for many people to overcome their fear of things like needles in just a few sessions with a therapist. obviously the length of treatment time will vary with each individual. but my goal here is to reassure you that you need not believe you'll need a lifetime of psychotherapy to overcome this. it's probably not true at all! you obviously understand how important it is to get an annual blood draw especially at your age. our analysis of people's blood allows us to detect all kinds of medical conditions that may require treatment. and please don't feel awkward or ashamed about approaching a therapist for help with your issue. this is not an uncommon fear and any medical professional will admire you for finally coming to terms with your phobia and wanting to conquer it. i wish you all the best!
is a perforated bowl death an accidental death? . my motherinlaw was admitted for stomach pain. intestinal block was found. surgery to remove block 4 days inpatient recovery then home. 2 days later returned with intense pain. small intestine collapsed and black. never wakes after sugery. cause of death stated as perforated bowl. is this an accidential death?,"first i'm very sorry to hear of your loss. my sympathy to you and your family. as to your question it sounds like you're asking about the ""manner of death"" listed on the death certificate. in general a death certificate has a section called ""cause of death "" which lists the direct event that led to a person's death such as ""myocardial infarction"" (heart attack). the death certificate usually also has a section called ""manner of death "" which often consists of checkboxes labeled ""natural "" ""accident "" ""homicide "" ""suicide "" ""undetermined "" etc. generally speaking a perforated bowel would be considered a ""natural"" death. a ""natural"" death usually is one that arises from a disease process or aging. keep in mind i am not a physician or lawyer. i'm just offering information based on my best knowledge of death certificates. if you have questions about your mother-in-law's death certificate you can consult the physician who certified the death certificate. his or her name should be listed. the centers for disease control (cdc) has a page on its website about how to fill out a death certificate. i am unable to link to it here but a search of their site should reveal it. again i'm very sorry for your loss."
can you get pregnant on the pill if you been taking it for 6 months? . i been taking the pill for almost 6 months now and the past few day i have not been feeling sick to my tummy and my last months period was lighter than normal. almost non existing is there a chance of being pregnant?,hi ok it works like this the bc pill 99% perfect in you not getting pregnant. the bugger is that 1% its that 1% that can get you and its not down to the length of time you have been on it. so as you have not had a good period then either do an hpt or get a test done at your doctors. its the only way to find out. good luck
i have a lump on my chest lots of pain and i'm tired all the time. i have a family history of cancer should i worry? . i'm 35 years old female with a strong family history of cancer. about 6 months ago i found a small lump on my chest but didn't think anything of it. about a month ago it started getting a little bigger and my breast started to swell. than i started having a lot of pain in that area so much so sometimes it hurts to use my arm. i have been tired all the time and have no energy. i have also been running a small fever off and on. should i be worried?,well your symptoms certainly warrant a checkup. what you're describing could be something as benign (non-life threatening) as a cyst or something more serious. the fact you've had pain and swelling in the area plus a fever could point more to an infectious process than to something like cancer but only a physical examination by a medical professional can say for sure. and either way this lump seems to need treatment. i'd suggest you make an appointment with your primary health care provider as soon as possible to get this lump looked at. wishing you all the best!
i'm 19 years old and haven't had a period in over 4 months. i have had brown discharge. what is wrong with me.? . i am not pregnant. every article i find suggests cancer. is there anyone who can say different? or is the unfortunate obvious.? . . i have had an irregular period since my first menstrual cycle. since i was 14 years old i have had time spans of months (4-<positive_smiley> between cycles. but this discharge has only occured recently. . . i have cripling migranes every day and 8 staph infections within the last year. . i do not know if those last troubles will help in answering me. i'm lost as to what is wrong with me.,see a doctor or oncologist for better visual on your problems
what are the symptoms of gallstones?,"gallstones often don't cause symptoms. those that don't are called ""silent stones. "" a person usually learns he or she has gallstones while being examined for another illness. when symptoms do appear they include the following: pain in the upper abdomen and upper back. the pain may last a long time (several hours). nausea vomiting other gastrointestinal problems including bloating indigestion and gas"
do i have cirrhosis or a fatty liver?,fatty liver is an early stage of cirrhosis. both the conditions indicate different steps of the same pathological disease. from the symptoms it does seem to be cirrhosis and you should get medical attention at the earliest
changing from the combined pill to the mini pill? . hi . . i have been on the combined pill (gedereal) for a couple of years now but my doctor wants to change me to the mini pill (cerelle). my combined pill is perfect so i dont want to change. i mentioned that i had one migraine with visual disturbance and she explained to me that even one of these migrains is a reason to come off the combined pill. the combined pill regulated my periods but she explained that this mini pill is now going to make me irregular. . . why am i having to change? . . .,hi found you this very good link you should read all the way through it your find it very helpful even the part about throwing away the placebos. read on <link> hutchinson_-_use_of_oral_contraceptives_in_women_with_migraine. pdf just copy link into google to the www. to open and read. if need be take a copy to your doctor. do hope this helps you. good luck
is it possible for a bad tooth to affect your sinuses? can it lead to a polyp forming in your nose?,tooth pain can come from a sinus infection and a piece of an extracted tooth can enter the sinus and cause an infection. but for a specific problem with polyps i would see an ent an ear nose and throat specialist.
what are the treatments for a hernia?,treatment for hernia on right side of navel
will melatonin supplements work on patients with hypothyroidism?,"melatonin should be effective in regulating sleep in people with hypothyroidism. the question is does it make hypothyroidism worse or cause unwanted side effects in patients with auto-immune disorders. the jury is divided on the potential benefits vs. possible drawback of taking melatonin by patients with hypothyroidism. - one group of clinicians believes that melatonin is important for cell growth and has positive thyroid benefits. - other researches believe that hypothyroidism caused by an underactive thyroid gland is an auto-immune disorder (i remember seeing a warning on a bottle of melatonin that it should not be taken by people with auto-immune disorders). studies have suggested that the taking of melatonin by individuals with an auto-immune disorder stimulates inflammation within the body. cited were arthritic patients who condition worsened after taking routine dosages of melatonin. an article in livestrong states "" it (melatonin) may also down-regulate the activity of the thyroid gland. so melatonin could worsen hypothyroidism. "" i would tend to err on the side of caution and not recommend your taking melatonin for sleep or thyroid treatment without consulting your medical professional. synthyroid medication works well in controlling hypothyroidism. other mechanisms are available to treat sleep disorders including herbal teas and positive sleep hygiene techniques. please consider talking with a doctor about this topic. your physician may have their own feelings about your taking melatonin."
can i use the same mattress for more than one child? . i've heard that you should use a new mattress for each new child in a family i've also heard that that is a ruse to sell more mattresses. which is true? i've used the same mattress for 3 children but now with grandchildren i wonder if i can use one mattress (not the one used for my children) more more than one grandchild.,i think you can use a mattress for a child until it wears out. gets saggy. or gets peed on too many times. then you can get a new one. if the mattress looks good. feels good. and smells okay just change the sheets and mattress pad and use it.
i am unemployed now and do not know my income for 2014. i will be living off savings until i get a job. how do i state what my income is for 2014 when buying health insurance?,you will need to make your best guess about what your income will be next year. if it differs substantially from your income this year you may have to provide some documentation.
i’ve neck muscles strain that caused a temporomandibular joint disorders (tmj tmd)?,this sounds like trigeminal neuralgia symptoms. do you often chew gums? your headache may be related to neck muscle spasm yes…but it is not all caused by neck strain.
small amount of blood in stool today noticed alot on tissue have a dr appt next week should i go to dr sooner or e. r? . i have noticed about two weeks ago a small amount sometimes when i make bowel movements i do however have a dr app for next week besides the blood my stomach is hurting alot like a burning feeling. i have history of acid reflux in the past so i know the feeling and that is what it feels like today when i made bowel movement there was lots of blood on tissue when i wiped. should i go to e. r or can i wait for my appt next week. been taking prilosec also for past week helps a lil.,hi as its been going on for a couple of weeks i think it could wait till this appointment you have a side effect of prilosec is stomach pains so just go easy on it. do hope this helps. good luck
how can you tell if a food is a starchy food?,"plant foods store carbohydrates for energy and the ones with high amounts are referred to as 'starchy foods"" -- also called complex carbohydrates. foods high in starch include potatoes grains like wheat and rice and corn. not all starches are created equal though. although both whole wheat bread and white bread contain the same amount of starch whole grains provide fiber phytonutrients and additional minerals important for health. potatoes contain a lot starch but also a rich source of potassium. starchy foods are important for active people who need a good source of carbohydrates for their own carbohydrate stores (called glycogen)."
do allergy shots (immunology) give good allergy relief for allergy symptoms?,allergy shots or immunotherapy are injections of tiny doses of allergens that produce allergy relief in up to 90% of patients with seasonal allergies according to the american academy of allergy asthma & immunology (aaaai). these injections are effective for reducing allergy symptoms associated with cat dander pollens house dust mites certain molds and fire ant bites. your doctor will give shots of weak allergen solutions once or twice a week initially. over time your doctor will give you regular injections of your allergens in increasing strength to stimulate changes in the immune system and reduce the chance of future allergy symptoms. allergy shots or immunotherapy bring allergy relief by turning off allergic disease at the source. by stimulating changes in the immune system over time you develop fewer allergic reactions and allergy symptoms.
my wife is not pregnant but she is producing milk from her left breast?,this can be due to hormonal changes. get her oestrogen progesterone levels checked.
i am a 20 year old man and get red eyes every day?,this may be due to allergy to dust. avoid dust going into your eyes. use sunglassess. get eyes checked from a opthalmologist for intra occular pressure
what is a gallbladder lesion?,"the term ""lesion"" can mean a lot of things. from a mass (tumor) to even an area of scarring or calcification. it does not necessarily mean anything bad but the term is used for a finding that is not considered normal. in this case the lesion is in or near the gallbladder."
21 weeks pregnant i’ve got reddish ring circles…,your lesion looks like a skin infection caused by a fungus or it can be an allergic contact dermatitis…but as your history is incomplete regarding allergy you should consult a dermatologist as early as possible before using any creams or lotions…more importantly as you are pregnant…many home remedies( lotions or creams ) can exacerbate your symptom or can harm your baby…best thing is to keep the area clean and dry and avoid any allergens like ornaments if any chance is there for allergy…. dont ever use any medicine without consulting a dermatologist and informing about your pregnancy thankyu
how can i avoid giving pinkeye to a traveling companion?,most helpful answer in my clinical practice i get exposed to conjunctivitis (pink eye) several times a week. and i have never gotten it. why? handwashing and being careful not to touch my own eyes. not everyone who is exposed will contract the disease so just simple hygiene precautions should do it. if you are prescribed antibiotic drops or ointment most people are not considered to be contagious 24 hours or so after treatment.
i just gave birth two weeks ago it was not a normal birth?,2 weeks after surgery and having such symptoms should be investigated well do cbc is the operated part is inflammed or something do u see any strange vaginal discharge?
i have my period every 22days and i haven't had period but having light brownish or light red discharge when i wipe. i am only seeing brownish discharge or light red or pink but only when i wipe and i haven't had a period and i have my periods every 22 days apart and its almost 28 days. what should i do? could i be pregnant?,how old are you? you could be in the beginning of menopause. i stopped having my period long before the hot flashes even began to start like years! i was surprised when hot flashes actually started! i am 53 now but stopped having my period when i was about 40. i did not start hot flashes until about 45.
i have a circular sore with an open hole in middle of it located on a cheek of my buttlock. it has slight purple hue around it and hurts when touched.,"i'm sorry to hear you're dealing with this. a number of different conditions could cause the type of sore you're describing. your best bet is to have it checked out by a health care professional. it could be something simple like a boil but an open sore any place on the body should be evaluated due to the possibility of infection. meanwhile assuming you have no medication allergies you're probably safe to clean the wound gently with plain soap and water and then apply some over-the-counter antibiotic ointment (like generic ""triple antibiotic ointment""). that's just a short-term fix however this will not cure the problem. wishing you all the best!"
how quickly can chlamydia be contracted by a man after sex with infected woman.,hi as you know chlamydia is an sti caused by a tiny bacterium chlamydia trachoma is sometimes just dubbed tric. it has been dubbed the silent infection as it often causes no (or only very mild) observable symptoms. around 25 - 50% of all male chlamydia cases go completely unnoticed. and has a habit of going into hiding deep in tissues and comes out when it feels like it could be many years later. chlamydia symptoms are this. white cloudy or watery discharge from the tip of the penis; pain discomfort or a 'burning sensation' when urinating; inflammation tenderness and pain in and around the testicles. these are likely to appear within 1 to 3 weeks of initial exposure. the male symptoms of chlamydia aren't limited to the genitals as chlamydia can also occur in the throat eyes and rectum (depending on how it is transmitted). and you could also get. rectal pain discharge and bleeding conjunctivitis (eyes) throat infection. hope this helps you. good luck
i am pregnant however i have taken the morning after pill twice any adverse effects on the fetus?,fluconazole is not a problem for pregnancy. however contraceptive pill matters according to its type. mostly progesterones are safe.
i sometimes stare and my eyes freeze – do you think i’m having seizures?,hi… seizures has signs and symptoms i do not think you have any of them and what you are complaining of is due to anxiety and being so worried about your health… i recommend doing relaxation training and yoga meditation and low impact exercise like walking bicycling. here are signs and symptoms of seizures. 1. “grand mal” or generalized tonic-clonic unconsciousness convulsions muscle rigidity 2. absence brief loss of consciousness 3. myoclonic sporadic (isolated) jerking movements 4. clonic repetitive jerking movements 5. tonic muscle stiffness rigidity 6. atonic loss of muscle tone
what are the ingredients in emend for injection?,active ingredient: fosaprepitant inactive ingredients: edetate disodium polysorbate 80 lactose anhydrous sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid (for ph adjustment).
can u still breast feed with yeast on your breast?,yes but you should be using a prescribed anti-yeast medication. i often recommend the same prescription medication i would treat a baby with oral thrush (also yeast). ask your medical provider or the baby's pediatrician to prescribe it for you.
does trichomoniasis cause problems during pregnancy?,yes. trichomoniasis can cause babies to be born early or at a low birth weight (less than 5 pounds). the cdc recommends that women with trichomoniasis who have symptoms should be treated but women without symptoms do not need to be treated. during the first three months of pregnancy many experts feel that women shouldn't take metronidazole (flagyl) because it may hurt the baby. however most doctors feel that metronidazole can be given safely after the end of the first trimester.
how do steroid shots help with fibromyalgia pain?,"steroid shots can help fibro pain for several reasons: 1. they reduce pain in the inflamed areas from conditions other than fibro thus one feels better ""overall. "" 2. they calm down these inflamed areas thus reducing the ""signals"" that were aggravating the fibro in the immediate areas and even the overall body; so indirectly the steroids calmed the fibro. 3. they may directly calm down the fibro flare-up perhaps by combined analgesic anti-inflammatory and adrenal mechanisms involving fm. ."
i recieved unproteted oral and had protected sex anyway i could have ontracred something? . every time i inserted i was protected but received unprotected oral. i did finger her i did touch myself after and after i pulled of the condom. the day after i had dull aches in my scrotum ands till do and it is day 5. i am feeling like complete total crap physically. is there anyway i could have contracted something? i am freaking out terribly. i keep going over and over what i did wrong or where i could have gotten something.,hi well jimmyboy its all a part of growing up sounds like you may have strained your self having to much sex and oral sex that's why your groin achs. as for feeling a bit off i would put that down to you worrying to much its all to do with anxiety and the depression your putting on your self. but if your really worried that you may have picked up something in the way of an sti or std just wait till four weeks have passed then get to an std/gum clinic and get some tests done but you will have to wait. but please just relax forget all these nasty thoughts your having try thinking how at the time all the lovely sex you was having and how you enjoyed what you was doing yes think of the happy side of life it will make you feel good. do hope this helps you. good luck
i had lumbar spinal fusion on 10/11/2016. i am now having alot of pain. recommended procedure consider too dangerous?,clearly something went wrong with the fusion operation do u have fever? and when did the fluid start to build up is ut after the surgery? really sorry wish i could help more but need more answers can you post your ct scan or mri? for now try resting with flextion hip and knee 90degrees (over pillows or sheets)also use antiinflamatory if you have fever you should use antibiotics goodluck
being intibated for surgery in 6 hours. would a cup of coffee hurt me right now?,"yes it can be a problem. most people having surgery are told to be npo (latin abbreviation for ""nothing by mouth"") so that would include coffee water and food. you are wise to follow your doctor's instructions since aspiration of stomach contents during intubation can lead to an aspiration pneumonia. coffee contains caffeine. caffeine may be chemically incompatible with the type of anesthesia you may be getting."
what should i discuss with my doctor before beginning an exercise program?,before starting an exercise program talk to your doctor about: medication changes. new medications can greatly affect your response to exercise; your doctor can tell you if your normal exercise routine is still safe. heavy lifting. make sure that lifting or pushing heavy objects and chores such as raking shoveling mowing or scrubbing aren't off limits. chores around the house can be tiring for some people; make sure you only do what you are able to do without getting tired. safe exercises. get the doctor's approval before you lift weights use a weight machine jog or swim.
could this cause pregnancy? . my bf and i were fooling around and he and rubbed his penis between my labia minus and i grinded on top of him for a while. about 30 mins to an hr later i gave him oral and he came in my mouth. i read about precum but we used a gel so we don't know if he did or not. he said he masturbated the day before but has urinated since then. i read that precum picks up sperm from the urethra if a guy hasn't urinated since his previous ejaculation. if he precame twice would the second have sperm?,hi no doubt he urinated far more than just once each time he urinated he is flushing his urethra. so i think you should be ok look if you that worried either get on the pill or a nuvaring as protection that way you can do just what you want without all these worries you getting now just remember his sperm is just like playing with dynamite do it wrong and bang your pregnant. think safety think condoms safe sex is best. good luck
blurred vision dizziness nausea hot blushes and pounding heart.?,in my opinion it was a mixed state between increased blood sugar level and then he got so anxious and panicked as he remembered what the doctor said(that he is prediabetic) and when the symptoms appeared he became anxious. rice and white bread are very high carbs that increases blood sugar quickly causing flushes and dizziness(hyperglycemia). in this stage i think dietary control and mild exercises are enough. let him try yoga or meditation and deep breathing techniques. thanks
can tmj/tmd be cured fully? . i am suffering from tmd and recently it has been diagnosed. i have headache jaw pain. there are gaps in my teeth. i only wanted to is this they dentist can cure this fully or not.,each case is unique but yes some cases of tmd can be cured surgically or at least very effectively treated by a variety of methods. seeing an oral surgeon / dentist that specializes in tmd is really the best way to go with a difficult to manage case.
surgery all set to go tomorrow 8 am. problem i forgot to take the eye drops until 4pm today?,don’t increase the dose i believe there is no need for that ur dr will examine ur eye b4 doing the surgery and let him know about the missed dose which i believe it will not change anything try to rest and calm down cataract is a simple surgery don’t worry get well soon
i’ve been having progressive symptoms for almost 2 years now doctors don’t know what’s wrong?,hi these symptoms are highly suggestive of a parathyroid gland disorder. another possibility is of an autoimmune disease that may be causing multiple symptoms. consult a endocrinologist. thanks
should i pester my dr. about my ongoing symptoms from a head trauma i had 3 mos ago? . i went to the er that day and told them i had been at the bar that night all that was done was they cleaned up the blood. 2 weeks later i collapsed at a work function and had what my coworkers called a grand mal seizure. i have never had that happen before my head injury. i was taken to the er where they performed a cat scan but nothing showed initially and was given instruction to rest for a few days i still have massive headaches every other week sometimes confusion and just feel weird.,"you should not have to ""pester"" your doctor to get care. he is not doing it for free. you or your insurance company is paying him. at this point you may need to ask for a referral to a neurologist for a higher-level neurological evaluation."
what are the symptoms of hypothyroidism?,the symptoms of hypothyroidism are often subtle. they are not specific (which means they can mimic the symptoms of many other conditions) and are often attributed to aging. patients with mild hypothyroidism may have no signs or symptoms. the symptoms generally become more obvious as the condition worsens and the majority of these complaints are related to a metabolic slowing of the body. common symptoms are listed below: fatigue. depression. modest weight gain. cold intolerance. excessive sleepiness. dry coarse hair. constipation. dry skin. muscle cramps. increased cholesterol levels. decreased concentration. vague aches and pains. swelling of the legs. as the disease becomes more severe there may be puffiness around the eyes a slowing of the heart rate a drop in body temperature and heart failure. in its most profound form severe hypothyroidism may lead to a life-threatening coma (myxedema coma). in a severely hypothyroid individual a myxedema coma tends to be triggered by severe illness surgery stress or traumatic injury. this condition requires hospitalization and immediate treatment with thyroid hormones given by injection. properly diagnosed hypothyroidism can be easily and completely treated with thyroid hormone replacement. on the other hand untreated hypothyroidism can lead to an enlarged heart (cardiomyopathy) worsening heart failure and an accumulation of fluid around the lungs (pleural effusion).
horrible periods - anxiety diarehha nausea and cramps. please help! . i am 18 years old and i do not take birth control or any other types of pills. i am active and have no other issues but my periods are very difficult for me. i spend most of the day in bed feeling like i am going to throw up. i am also very anxious and paranoid during this time. i know that pms is normal to some extent but how can i lessen these symptoms?,hi you need to get on bc this will regulate your periods should also then cut down some of these side effects your getting. make life a lot easier for you. as for the anxiety try this google natural ways out of anxiety you should find something to help all without drugs. hope you find some help. good luck
is tens (e-stim) safe to use for prostate?,hi there is no evidence that tens can harm your testicles in any way for prostate pain you should apply electrodes behind your testicles and just above penis good luck
i accidentally swallowed my dog’s antibiotic pill instead of my daily vitamin. should i be worried?,you should be ok. you want to make sure that you keep your pet's medication in a separate area from your medications including vitamins and over-the-counter medications. also make sure you are familiar with what your pills look like before you swallow them. always better to be safe than sorry.
can i cut a 20mg lisinopril in half to be used as a 10 mg. i have 2 bottles of 20mg lisinopril but i need to take a 10mg lisinopril once a day. can i cut this 20 mg in half to get the results of a 10mg?,many medications are safe to split. because of this insurance companies and doctors are increasing prescribing higher dose scored tablets as a cost savings for patients. yet some medications are compromised when they are split and this should not be done. for example capsules or tablets without a score or pills with an exterior coating shouldn’t be split. splitting these medications could result in uneven doses of treatment and can causes harm under-treatment or inadvertent overdose of medications. to see if your medication can be split check the ‘how supplied’ section of the package or ask your pharmacist. yes you can cut them in half. i just called my own pharmacist and asked this very question today and was told i could absolutely cut it in half. i don't see why not. i wouldn't recommend taking less than the doctor perscribed though. if it's a tablet then use a pill cutter or a thin knife to cut it in half. if it's a capsule or something else i don't think it can be cut in half. hope this helps!
is there a risk of liver damage if i take acetaminophen with my prescription pain medicine (oxycodone)? . i have suffered for many years with low back pain. in the past two years i have had to start taking prescription pain relievers. currently i am taking roxycodone 15mg on as needed basis. my dr. said i could take over the counter pain relievers with the roxys if i was still experiencing pain. i know there is a risk of liver damage more so with one than the other acetaminophen or ibuprofen so which is the best for me to take with my prescription pain meds? thank you.,due to the fact that my dr had me on 10/650 hydrocodone/acetaminophen 8 x day for a few years my liver test were extreamly high. he even called me personally and asked if i was alive (not funny at the time). he switched me to 10mg oxycodone and no acetaminophen what-so-ever. ibuprofen is all i'm allowed. though my case may be rare i don't recommend acetaminophen to be taken daily ever. be sure you know the warning signs as i was vomiting alot and very tired all the time for no reason.
how does high cholesterol cause heart disease?,"when there is too much cholesterol in your blood it builds up in the walls of your arteries. over time this buildup causes the arteries to harden -- a process called atherosclerosis. the arteries become narrowed and blood flow to the heart muscle is slowed down or blocked. the blood carries oxygen to the heart and if enough blood and oxygen cannot reach your heart you may suffer chest pain. if the blood supply to a portion of the heart is completely cut off by a sudden blockage the result is a heart attack. there are two forms of cholesterol that most americans are familiar with: low-density lipoprotein (ldl or ""bad"" cholesterol) and high-density lipoprotein (hdl or ""good"" cholesterol). these are the forms in which cholesterol travels in the blood. ldls have little protein and high levels of cholesterol and hdl has a lot of protein and very little cholesterol. ldl is the main source of artery clogging plaque. hdl actually works to clear cholesterol from the blood. triglycerides are another fat in our bloodstream. research is now showing that high levels of triglycerides are also linked to heart disease."
is frolic acid necessary when taking vitamin b12 1000 methylcobalamin daily. i currently take 1000 mcg b12 methylcobalamin daily now i'm reading you should combine it w/ frolic acid? is it necessary to add?,it depends on why you are taking it. if it is for b12 deficiency then you take vitamin b12 but with a doctor's guidance to monitor blood levels. if you are taking it for high blood levels of homocysteine or to prevent age-related macular degeneration then you take a combination of b12 folic acid and pyridoxine. for more information on dosing side effects and interactions see this link.
would cephalexin help strap throat,yes if you truly had strep throat and you were taking the proper dosage for your weight and for the proper length of time. most sore throats are not strep so if you are self-diagnosing and self-treating i would caution you against doing this.
my acne has gone from mild to severe cystic acne? . i'm fifteen and lately my acne has gone to mild to sever cystic pimples. my cheeks foorehead and chin are now filled with bumpy red purple dry painful whiteheads and bumps. it wasn't that bad before. i can't even poke my face without it hurt so much. i can't even smile that much anymore and i don't even feel like smiling anyways. i just want to know what caused it? and how can i get rid of the redness and even the cystic acne itself? your help will be very appriciated. thank you so much!,"the cause of your acne that is worsening is not as important as the treatment. cystic acne is the type most likely to scar and most likely to need the services of a good dermatologist. there are some wonderful medications available that can get your acne in control. at age 15 both male and females have ""ranging hormones"" which is really the number one cause; a cause that cannot be rectified at this time in your life since your hormones are providing some other essential functions right now. if you are female certain oral contraceptives can help regulate those zit-causing female hormones. for men there are no options to regulate testosterone; the male hormone. think of your acne as a temporary side-effect."
i have lump on breast hospital refused to do the mammogram?,hi at your age painful lumps are not expected. dense fibrous breast tissue wont be painful. the fact that it has pain associated this definitely needs attention. next step has to be a mammogram. a few blood investigations need to be done too. take anti inflammatory tablets for temporary pain relief. thanks