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can low testostrone affect fibromyalgia pain. i take a shot for testostrone therapy. i take a shot every 2 weeks. i also have fibromyalgia and osteo arthritis. 3 to 4 days before time for my shot. my pain is exstream. are they all connected.?

hi look i found this piece of info from pro health hillary d. white. then one day she let her mind wander. the symptoms of fibromyalgia she realized were “eerily similar” to those for low testosterone: chronic fatigue sleeplessness and muscle wasting. “i was lying down at home feeling pain all over and feeling miserable ” she says when a simple thought popped into her head. “maybe this is a problem with testosterone so tests were done and there now doing tests for testosterone and fibromyalgia these are looking good. so perhaps its as you testosterone is getting very low could be you need some extra boost or injections closer together? see your doctor. # this could be the same for your osteoarthritis low testosterone as this is at the same time same again you need to see your doctor. do hope this helps. good luck

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how to tell if you have arthritis. my hands and fingers hurt all the time. i can no longer fully close my right fist. i can not snap my fingers or open jars or bottles. when working with small items my fingers and hands cramp up on me.

arthritis comes in different forms. but some hallmark signs of most arthritic conditions include pain joint swelling and difficultly in articulating the movement of joints. some of the symptoms listed in your question could be signs of an arthritic condition. they could also be signs of some other medical disorders. arthritis can affect individuals of any age but its diagnosis increases as we age. as most doctors can attest to many of their patients complain of back pain after reaching 40 years of age. an x-ray of those painful 40 something old backs may show as the only notable impression the fact that arthritic/degenerative changes were observed. i suggest that you make an appointment with the family doctor who may assess your discomfort and any range of motion limitations. that same person may get the diagnostic ball rolling by requesting x-ray images ordering blood work and other lab studies. the general practicing physician may also start you on some regime of ant-inflammatory and pain medication as well as referring you to other medical specialists such as orthopedists or rheumatologists. i hope that you have found this answer helpful and that your pain cramping and fist closure issues resolve themselves soon. .

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at the age of 40 is it common to "fall apart"? . the chief medical officer in the army told me i had been born with a condition in which my sarcral joint was made of cartlage instead of bone. i herniated l3/l4. for months i have had knee pain and dismissed it as possible arthritis however recently i started having neck pain that radiates down over the left shoulder preventing me from full neck motion. after about a week the pain subsided and now i'm having knee pain again on the interior side of the right leg.

hi its a warning have you been strenuous through your life so far always working to the edge then yes it will happen like i said its a warning time for you to start slowing down if your still in the army think about getting out or find a good number in there. know what i mean try the motor pool worked for sgt bilko. good luck

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at the age of 40 is it common to "fall apart"? . the chief medical officer in the army told me i had been born with a condition in which my sarcral joint was made of cartlage instead of bone. i herniated l3/l4. for months i have had knee pain and dismissed it as possible arthritis however recently i started having neck pain that radiates down over the left shoulder preventing me from full neck motion. after about a week the pain subsided and now i'm having knee pain again on the interior side of the right leg.

we recommend you to visit orthopedic for thorough check up of your spine. better to have specialist opinion for your condition.

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i have pain in the knee cap that comes and goes on both knees. i have had this pain since i was 12. is it arthritis? . the pain first starts as mild but gets so severe it brings me to tears. muscle relaxers do nothing. heating pads help for a short time.

hi yes it could be arthritis have a read on www. eartclinic. com just look under ailments at things under a. but have a good read at cayenne pepper and turmeric this can both help with relief two sites your find below. <link> <link> this one you will find help on its down the right hand side for pain relief. just copy each into google one at a time to the www. to open and read. hope you find the help you want. good luck

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can dogs eat peanut butter with peanuts in it (extra crunchy flavor versus creamy)? . i use a little on her dog cookies to help her take her medicine and worry the peanuts may cause an issue. she will be 17 years old in 3 months. she is a black lab/akita mix with arthritis and has a difficult time taking her pills and the peanut butter makes it easier. i just don't know about the crunchy one versus the creamy.

hi peanut butter and dogs a favorite treat of many canines. not only is it a good source of protein but it also contains heart healthy fats vitamin b niacin and vitamin e. stuff peanut butter into a kong to keep your dog busy for hours. choose raw unsalted peanut butter. read more: <link>#ixzz3mguvrvjk i have two dogs they both love a few peanuts when i have mid morning tea in greece we get these salted natural peanuts so just rub the outer skin off this way the salt is gone and they love them one been having them for over 5 years and the other one for about 8 months she is just coming up to a year old and there both fine with them. good luck

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how can rh sensitization during pregnancy be prevented?

if you are rh-negative and pregnant if you are an rh-negative woman and you have conceived with an rh-negative partner you are not at risk of rh sensitization during pregnancy. (most health professionals treat all rh-negative pregnant women as though the father might be rh-positive. ) if you are already sensitized to the rh factor your pregnancy will need to be closely monitored to prevent fetal harm. for more information on fetal and newborn treatment see the treatment overview section of this topic. if you are unsensitized rh-negative treatment focuses on preventing rh sensitization during pregnancy and childbirth. rh immune globulin (such as rhogam) is a highly effective treatment for preventing sensitization. to prevent sensitization from occurring late in the pregnancy or during delivery you must have a shot of rh immune globulin around week 28 of your pregnancy. this treatment prevents your immune system from making antibodies against your fetus's rh-positive red blood cells. rh immune globulin injection is also necessary if you have had any vaginal bleeding or an obstetric procedure such as amniocentesis or external cephalic version. if your newborn is rh-positive you are given rh immune globulin again within 72 hours of delivery. by preventing rh sensitization from delivery you are protecting your next rh-positive fetus. if your newborn is rh-negative sensitization cannot happen and no treatment is necessary. rh immune globulin is also necessary after a miscarriage partial molar pregnancy ectopic pregnancy or abortion. 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.

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i am pregnant and having a hard time with depression and sleeping. is there anything i can do or take to help me?

i would highly recommend that you see your doctor or health care provider for further evaluation. the depression could be the reason why you cannot sleep but we also have to be careful since you are pregnant. thanks for submitting a question.

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i'm 35 weeks pregnant and having difficulty falling asleep. is excedrin pm is safe to take during the third trimester?

since you are 35 weeks pregnant excedrin pm is not safe due to the diphenhydramine component. i would not advise using this product until you have discussed it with your healthcare provider.

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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.

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what is rh sensitization during pregnancy?

if you are rh-negative your red blood cells do not have a marker called rh factor on them. rh-positive blood does have this marker. if your blood mixes with rh-positive blood your immune system will react to the rh factor by making antibodies to destroy it. this immune system response is called rh sensitization. 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.

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is there a way to reverse arthritis or slow down the progression of it

hi i'm a big fan of herbs and did read about how good cayenne pepper was for arthritis. so just google arthritis and cayenne pepper and have a good read. i do take cayenne pepper daily for ed but have found its goit rid of the arthritis pains in one of my hands for the last couple of years. now i take mine in tomato paste when you mix it just add some olive oil to thin it down with this i take fine chopped garlic and parsley your find this is also good for arthritis all very good for the blood as well. now when you first mix the cayenne pepper just mix to a heat that suits you over time you can incress that amount up just put a tea spoon of the garlic mix on top mix it into the top and take 3 small spoonful's each morning first thing and see just how you get on you wont find its a quick fix but will work over time. do hope this helps you. good luck

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is there a way to reverse arthritis or slow down the progression of it

the treatment will depend upon the severity of rheumatoid arthritis. 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. include whole grains oatmeal etc to get high fiber content. herbs like boswellia curcuma withania may help to control arthritis. these herbal mix powder in equal proportion can be consumed at dose of 2-3 gms twice per day with lukewarm water.

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can an individual have more than one type of arthritis at a time?

absolutely.

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can an individual have more than one type of arthritis at a time?

yes.

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can arthritis go away or is for life. ones ur diagnost with a little arthirtis is it for life or can it go away. .

it depends on the type of arthritis. there are multiple types. the most common type is degenerative or simple wear and tear on the joints. while arthritis is a normal part of aging it could be with you for life. or not. the duration cannot be determined with any certainty.

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is there a way to reverse or slow down the progression of arthritis

hi google cayenne for arthritis you find all the help you need there you can also have a look on www. earthclinic. com you may also find some more help there. i do know chilli helps with the pain and helps relieve the swelling cayenne is in the same family i'm on cayenne for ed but it also has help get rid of my small arthritic pain to the point its gone. i take cayenne in tomato paste and thin it down with olive oil when you first take this just mix to a heat that suits you then over time you can slowly add more. do hope this helps you. good luck

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i have arthritis in my hip i get relief taking bell sharkcartilage. are there any side effects i should be aware of?

hi this is from webmd have a read of this link it should help. the link <link> hope this helps. good luck

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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.

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does diet sodas make arthritis worse?

there is no nutritional value in them and the use of artificial sweeteners in them is of enough concern that i would try & find a healthier way to quench my thirst not to mention the cancer causing caramel coloring found in them.

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i have bad wrist pains. they started almost a year ago i sort of woke up with my wrist bugging me. my right wrist would swell up cracks a lot and sometimes get stiffen. after awhile it'll go away. if i lift something or put too much pressure it'll swell up again and hurt. it's not broken i got tested for arthritis but they said i didn't have it and i could just be imaging it. i want a second opinion.

did they test you for carpel tunnel. you might have that or you might just have tender wrist. see if you can get tested for carpel tunnel.

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is moving to a warm dry climate like arizona good for arthritis

hi it seems that you have picked the perfect place in arizona nice warm and dry it should do you well. good luck

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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!

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how much ibuprofen is safe to take each day it helps with my arthritis pain! . i'm taking two 200mg of ibuprofen each day. thanks!

that is a safe dose but you may not be taking enough. the maximum dose of ibuprofen is really 3200 mg and you are taking 400 mg. since i don't know your medical history or your weight so you can address you dosage with your doctor. medically you may be able to increase your dose to 600 mg each time; up to 3 or 4 times per day if your arthritis warrants it.

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i have arthritis that is destroying my joints however its not r. a. i have had my left shoulder replaced. my thumb joints as well. it is also affecting my back and hip any solutions

get as much physical therapy as you can every day. it does not take much time. stay away from pain pills. they are bad for you. get a real good analgesic cream or gel instead. you will not believe the difference after two weeks.

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can a 17 year old get arthritis? . im 17 with knee pain can i be able to get arthritis this young?

yes. there are many different types of arthritis adn a 17 year old can definitely get it

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what causes rh sensitization during pregnancy?

rh sensitization can occur when a person with rh-negative blood is exposed to rh-positive blood. about 90% of women who become sensitized do so during childbirth when their blood mixes with the rh-positive blood of their fetus. 1 once exposed a mother's immune system produces antibodies against rh-positive red blood cells. for more information about events and procedures that can put you at high risk for rh sensitization see the what increases your risk section of this topic. the minimum amount of blood mixing necessary to cause sensitization is not known. but many women become sensitized during pregnancy or childbirth after being exposed to as little as of rh-positive fetal blood. 1 fortunately rh sensitization can almost always be prevented with the rh immune globulin injection. when an rh-negative person's immune system is first exposed to rh-positive blood it takes several weeks to develop immunoglobulin m or igm antibodies. igm antibodies are too large to cross the placenta. so the rh-positive fetus that first triggers maternal sensitization is usually not harmed. a previously rh-sensitized immune system rapidly reacts to rh-positive blood as during a second pregnancy with an rh-positive fetus. usually within hours of rh-positive blood exposure smaller immunoglobulin g or igg antibodies are formed. igg antibodies can cross the placenta and destroy fetal red blood cells. this causes rh disease which is dangerous for the fetus. some rh-negative people never become sensitized even after exposure to large amounts of rh-positive blood. the reason for this is not known. 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.

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can trigger finger lead to osteoarthristis. i have been treated for trigger finger for the past 4 yrs. and have been treated with cortisone which has managed to abate the pain. i am concerned that i am or have developed arthritis in the area. are my concerns founded?

you can get arth. anywhere. soaking in warm water could help. exercise the finger to strengthen it

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when can i take nsaids after gastric surgery. i had gastric sleeve surgery on march 24 2014 i'm wondering if i can take nsaids anymore. i have arthritis and i want to take mobic.

ansaids are bad for your esophagus over a long period of time. i have been there and know first hand. they will cause you to eventually have to have a surgery called "nissen fundolacation. " (where your erosion has to be repaired)

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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

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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

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what if i become pregnant while taking metaglip?

tell your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or have become pregnant. as with other oral glucose-control medications you should not take metaglip during pregnancy; your doctor will prescribe insulin during pregnancy. as with all medications you and your doctor should discuss the use of metaglip if you are nursing a child.

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can samsca be used in patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding?

samsca is a pregnancy category c therapy. there are no adequate and well-controlled studies of samsca use in pregnant women. samsca use should be avoided during pregnancy unless the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. it is not known whether samsca is excreted into human milk. samsca is excreted into the milk of lactating rats. because many drugs are excreted into human milk and because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants from samsca a decision should be made to discontinue nursing or avoid samsca taking into consideration the importance of samsca to the mother. to lessen your risk of osmotic demyelination syndrome (ods) while taking samsca: treatment should be started and re-started only in the hospital where the sodium levels in your blood can be monitored closely. do not take samsca if you can't tell if you are thirsty. to prevent dehydration while taking samsca drink when you are thirsty and have water available to drink at all times unless the healthcare provider tells you otherwise. do not stop and restart samsca on your own. if you stop samsca for any reason talk to your healthcare provider right away. other important information: call your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any side effects that bother you while taking samsca. read the medication guide to understand the risks and benefits of samsca.

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what if i am already pregnant and use plan b one-step?

there is no medical evidence that plan b one-step would harm a developing baby. if you take plan b one-step (accidentally) after you are already pregnant or it does not work and you become pregnant it is not likely to cause any harm to you or your pregnancy. the pregnancy will continue. plan b one-step will not work if you are already pregnant.

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what is a zygote in pregnancy?

a zygote is an early stage in the development of a fertilized egg.

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is zerit safe during pregnancy or while nursing (breastfeeding)?

it is not known if zerit can harm a human fetus. pregnant women have experienced serious side effects when taking stavudine (the active ingredient in zerit) in combination with didanosine and other hiv medicines. zerit should be used during pregnancy only after discussion with your doctor. tell your doctor if you become pregnant or plan to become pregnant while taking zerit. because studies have shown zerit is in the breast milk of animals receiving the drug it may be present in human breast milk. the cdc recommends that hiv-infected mothers not breastfeed to reduce the risk of passing hiv infection to their babies and the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants. therefore do not nurse a baby while taking zerit.

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can i take abraxane if i am pregnant or nursing a baby?

abraxane could harm the fetus when given to a pregnant woman. women should avoid becoming pregnant while they are undergoing treatment with abraxane. tell your doctor if you become pregnant or plan to become pregnant while taking abraxane. men should be advised not to father a child while receiving treatment with abraxane. because studies have shown the active agent (paclitaxel) in abraxane to be present in the breast milk of animals receiving the active agent it may be present in human breast milk as well. therefore nursing a baby while taking abraxane is not recommended. because many drugs are excreted in human milk and because of the potential for serious adverse reactions in nursing infants it is recommended that nursing be discontinued when receiving abraxane therapy. this medicine was prescribed for your particular condition. this summary does not include everything there is to know about abraxane. medicines are sometimes prescribed for purposes other than those listed in a patient information leaflet. if you have questions or concerns or want more information about abraxane contact your doctor or pharmacist. you may want to read the patient information leaflet and discuss it with your doctor. remember no written summary can replace careful discussion with your doctor.

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what if i become pregnant while taking glucovance?

tell your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or have become pregnant. as with other oral glucose-control medications you should not take glucovance during pregnancy. usually your doctor will prescribe insulin while you are pregnant. as with all medications you and your doctor should discuss the use of glucovance if you are nursing a child.

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what is a blatocyst in pregnancy?

a blastocyst is a fertilized egg after several days of cell division.

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what is the third trimester (week 29 - week 40) of pregnancy?

you're in the home stretch! some of the same discomforts you had in your second trimester will continue. plus many women find breathing difficult and notice they have to go to the bathroom even more often. this is because the baby is getting bigger and it is putting more pressure on your organs. don't worry your baby is fine and these problems will lessen once you give birth. some new body changes you might notice in the third trimester include: shortness of breath. heartburn. swelling of the ankles fingers and face. (if you notice any sudden or extreme swelling or if you gain a lot of weight really quickly call your doctor right away. this could be a sign of preeclampsia. ) hemorrhoids. tender breasts which may leak a watery pre-milk called colostrum (kuh-loss-struhm). your belly button may stick out. trouble sleeping. the baby "dropping" or moving lower in your abdomen. contractions which can be a sign of real or false labor. as you near your due date your cervix becomes thinner and softer (called effacing). this is a normal natural process that helps the birth canal (vagina) to open during the birthing process. your doctor will check your progress with a vaginal exam as you near your due date. get excited — the final countdown has begun!

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what is the second trimester (week 13 to week 2<positive_smiley> of pregnancy?

most women find the second trimester of pregnancy easier than the first. but it is just as important to stay informed about your pregnancy during these months. you might notice that symptoms like nausea and fatigue are going away. but other new more noticeable changes to your body are now happening. your abdomen will expand as the baby continues to grow. and before this trimester is over you will feel your baby beginning to move! as your body changes to make room for your growing baby you may have: body aches such as back abdomen groin or thigh pain. stretch marks on your abdomen breasts thighs or buttocks. darkening of the skin around your nipples. a line on the skin running from belly button to pubic hairline. patches of darker skin usually over the cheeks forehead nose or upper lip. patches often match on both sides of the face. this is sometimes called the mask of pregnancy. numb or tingling hands called carpal tunnel syndrome. itching on the abdomen palms and soles of the feet. (call your doctor if you have nausea loss of appetite vomiting jaundice or fatigue combined with itching. these can be signs of a serious liver problem. ) swelling of the ankles fingers and face. (if you notice any sudden or extreme swelling or if you gain a lot of weight really quickly call your doctor right away. this could be a sign of preeclampsia. )

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what allergy medications are safe to use during pregnancy?

i always typically refer my pregnant moms to make sure that they talk to their healthcare provider first because they might have a particular brand that they are comfortable with. i always typically refer my pregnant moms to make sure that they talk to their healthcare provider first because they might have a particular brand that they are comfortable with. there is another product out on the market called chlor-trimeton and that’s an older medication very similar to benadryl that is still available and that has great data with it because it was actually tested in pregnancy; and that is considered very safe and effective. zyrtec and claritin are other alternatives that could be used; but once again i do stress though the fact that they should really call their healthcare provider first and see what they prefer as far as the drug to treat with. now if they have a stuffy nose it’s a little different subject because nasal decongestants aren’t as safe in pregnant women and typically they have to use a saline nasal spray which i know is difficult because it may not relieve the congestion as much; but it’s really the safest thing for them to use.

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what causes pain when you lower your arm after raising it? . i injured my arm lifting a box of books. had an xray which showed only some arthritis. have had some problem with pain in my shoulder when sleeping on it in the past. it is my right shoulder.

i have had surgery on my rotator cuff because of natural wear. i had a problem that if i raised and then lowered my arm. the shoulder hurt when i lowered my arm. it turned out to be shoulder rotator cartilage problem. the pain disappeared after a few moments after i lowered my arm.

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arthritis on its own or arthritis as a result of an inflammatory bowel disease? . i was diagnosed with arthritis when i was twelve. i am now nineteen and am seeing a doctor this summer because i have developed symptoms of an inflammatory bowel disease. i know that arthritis can develop as a symptom of inflammatory bowel diseases. how do i know if i have arthritis and an inflammatory bowel disease or if i just have arthritis as a symptom of an inflammatory bowel disease? is there a distinction between the two in treatments?

arthritis on own.

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arthritis on its own or arthritis as a result of an inflammatory bowel disease? . i was diagnosed with arthritis when i was twelve. i am now nineteen and am seeing a doctor this summer because i have developed symptoms of an inflammatory bowel disease. i know that arthritis can develop as a symptom of inflammatory bowel diseases. how do i know if i have arthritis and an inflammatory bowel disease or if i just have arthritis as a symptom of an inflammatory bowel disease? is there a distinction between the two in treatments?

were you diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis? if yes then your arthritis is not due to inflammatory bowel diseasea (ibd) you are suffering with. but impaired gut health may aggrevate your symptoms. kindly take proper consultation before starting any treatments as few medicaton for rheumatoid arthritis are contraindicated in ibd.

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right hand index finger proximal phalanges intermediate phalanges joint pain swelling. started a week ago. arthritus? . just looking for some options as to what the cause for the pain and swelling might be.

i know from my own experience with arthritis that your complaint sounds very much like arthritis. you should however see a dr. for it as there is a difference between osteoarthritis and rhuematoid arthritis. either way a true dx should be made.

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what is the first trimester (week 1 - week 12) of pregnancy?

during the first trimester your body undergoes many changes. hormonal changes affect almost every organ system in your body. these changes can trigger symptoms even in the very first weeks of pregnancy. your period stopping is a clear sign that you are pregnant. other changes may include: extreme tiredness. tender swollen breasts. your nipples might also stick out. upset stomach with or without throwing up (morning sickness). cravings or distaste for certain foods. mood swings. constipation (trouble having bowel movements). need to pass urine more often. headache. heartburn. weight gain or loss. as your body changes you might need to make changes to your daily routine such as going to bed earlier or eating frequent small meals. fortunately most of these discomforts will go away as your pregnancy progresses. and some women might not feel any discomfort at all! if you have been pregnant before you might feel differently this time around. just as each woman is different so is each pregnancy.

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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.

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can being over weight cause arthritis in your feet?

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.

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are there topical creams for treating arthritis

there are several over-the-counter ones. your pharmacist can point them out to you and a prescription one called voltaran gel 1%. there are even homeopathic and "natural" remedies but i cannot attest to their effectiveness.

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are there topical creams for treating arthritis

hi chilli and cayenne are both very good for arthritis have a look on site here for info or you can google chilli and arthritis same but with cayenne or have a look on this site <link>. epper. html you should find some very good info on earthclinic. com as well. but i do take cayenne daily it has got mine down but that's just a side effect for what i take it for so this proves it works. for me i mix cayenne in tomato paste and thin with olive oil to start with mix to a heat that suits you after you have been taken it for a few weeks you will find that you can slowly push up the heat of it i take 3 small spoonful's first thing each morning with fine chopped garlic wash down each spoonful with water follow that with a small piece of dark chocolate all very good for you. hope this helps you. good luck

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can arthritis spread? . i was diagnosed with having arthritis in my lower back at the same time i was beginning to have symptoms in the middle of my back and now on the top of my back. i was wondering if the arthritis is spreading through my back? the symptoms are all the same and now it is affecting my whole back.

yes a person can have arthritis symptoms in just about any joint. there are several different types of arthritis and i do not know what type you have so i would suggest that you address this question to your medical provider -- someone who knows you and your medical history.

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can arthritis spread? . i was diagnosed with having arthritis in my lower back at the same time i was beginning to have symptoms in the middle of my back and now on the top of my back. i was wondering if the arthritis is spreading through my back? the symptoms are all the same and now it is affecting my whole back.

yes as disease progress the arthritis may spread affecting different joints. better get yourself tested every 6 months to check the progression of arthritis. the progression can be effectively managed with changes to diet and routine. herbs like boswellia curcuma withania may help to control arthritis. these herbal mix powder in equal proportion can be consumed at dose of 2-3 gms twice per day with lukewarm water.

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i am a 53 year old female and have osteoarthris and in good health otherwise. my question is coffee bad for arthritis?

hi this bit is coffee bad for arthritis there's a lot of mixed answers on this question. so suggest you try just cutting coffee out for a week see how things go. like am i better for not or just the same. green tea the benefits could be good for you over coffee here's a link from webmd that might help you <link> now the other thing is if your not a fan of green tea try it with honey and lemon. but i will tell you now any kind of tea is best made in a tea pot that’s the british bit in me we older people love tea made in a pot the flavour is far better this way you can make a full 2 pint pot and just leave it just put in in the micro wave and away you go. do hope this helps. good luck

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if a mother gains too much weight during pregnancy does that result in a bigger baby?

that is a myth. gaining too much weight will not necessarily cause the baby to be larger. just because you are "eating for two" doesn’t mean you should eat twice as much. gaining beyond 25 to 35 pounds for a single birth just makes it harder to lose after the baby is born.

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what should i know about sporanox capsules and pregnancy or breastfeeding?

never take sporanox capsules if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant within two months after you have finished your treatment. if you are able to become pregnant you should use effective birth control during sporanox treatment and for two months after finishing treatment. ask your doctor about effective types of birth control. if you are breastfeeding talk with your doctor about whether you should take sporanox.

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why is it important to have a healthy weight before i get pregnant?

according to the iom (institute of medicine) the ideal situation is conceiving at a healthy weight and gaining the right number of pounds for the subsequent nine months. starting pregnancy at a healthy weight provides a baby with better odds of developing normally and minimizes complications including high blood pressure and cesarean delivery in mom. once you're pregnant the horse is out of the barn as far as your body weight goes. however it's never too early to plan for the next pregnancy. there's no need to rush but make an effort to return to your prepregnancy weight or a healthy weight within a year of delivering your baby.

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why does pregnancy weight gain vary so much from woman to woman or from pregnancy to pregnancy?

it's difficult to understand why some women gain more than the recommended amounts during one pregnancy when they seem to be monitoring every bite then put on the same amount of weight with the next baby when they pay much less attention to how much they eat. unless you monitor every morsel you eat and every move you make it's impossible to chalk up the pregnancy weight gain to anything but pregnancy metabolism. women who have struggled with eating disorders may be fearful of gaining weight even during pregnancy. it's important to discuss your feelings about food with a qualified health care professional. intentionally restricting calories to keep weight gain low can harm your baby's growth and development. pregnancy is no time to diet even if you started off overweight.

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how much extra food should i eat while pregnant?

pregnancy hormones can play havoc with appetite causing some women to feel famished. others are daunted by nausea vomiting and fatigue that diminish their desire for food. in both cases the best strategy is trying as much as possible to adhere to a balanced diet that accounts for physical activity and stage of pregnancy like the ones offered at mypyramid. gov. a nutritious pregnancy eating plan with adequate calories -- about 340 more calories each day than your prepregnancy needs starting in the second trimester and about 450 more than your prepregnancy diet during the last three months of pregnancy -- should be enough to prevent constant hunger. women who are particularly physically active during pregnancy may need more calories however. choosing foods that fill you up as part of a balanced pregnancy diet improves eating satisfaction. for example whole grains vegetables and legumes are filled with fiber to keep you fuller for longer without any extra calories. drink plenty of fluids; it works with fiber to keep you full and to prevent constipation a common pregnancy complaint.

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does a person get a high from capsule medical marijuana? does it dull pain or just make the pain tolerable? . could this help a 95 year old who is in severe pain from spinal stenosis and arthritis? does it really have any long term effects on memory?

i would be reluctant to use medical marijuana on an elderly person who may have problems with memory and mental processing as it is. however a pain managment specialist may have different ideas. this 95 year old should really see a pain specialist so that his/her pain can be pharmaceutically managed taking into account all of there medical history. personally i have never prescribed it for these reasons.

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does a person get a high from capsule medical marijuana? does it dull pain or just make the pain tolerable? . could this help a 95 year old who is in severe pain from spinal stenosis and arthritis? does it really have any long term effects on memory?

as a former pain pill addict and current medicinal user of cannabis i must respectfully disagree with the doctor. new research is showing that marijuana does not effect the memory in the ways previously thought. however i will admit the effects of marijuana on an elderly patient especially one that has never used it before may be a bit overwhelming. are you in a state where it is legal medicinally because it would be best to do under the care of a doctor considering the age factor. marijuana is a much safer form of pain control than traditional narcotics. it is also being shown to have benefits on numerous other conditions. you can always do the research if you have any doubts or concerns. also to answer your original question marijuana does not come in pill form there is a synthetic pill called marinol but it is not exactly the same as cannabis and is usually only prescribed for cancer patients. there is a variety of ways to reap the benefits of marijuana. i would suggest cannabis oil. a little bit placed under the tongue can go along way. there is also edibles such as cookies cakes and brownies but those tend to have a more psychoactive effect and may be a bit too overwhelming. smoking it is an option but with the patients age i would advice against this. if you are in a state where it is legalized for medicinal use talk with a doctor about your options. if unfortunately your in a state like me where its not you can always find all the information you could ever want or need online. just be careful and make sure you check the sources of the information your reading. also be careful of the law as i can personally attest to even if your just trying to use a safe alternate to treat your pain they will still treat you like a criminal.

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does a person get a high from capsule medical marijuana? does it dull pain or just make the pain tolerable? . could this help a 95 year old who is in severe pain from spinal stenosis and arthritis? does it really have any long term effects on memory?

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what happens if i gain too much or too little during pregnancy?

in the short term gaining the suggested amount of weight reduces the risk of preterm birth (birth before 37 weeks of gestation) and promotes a baby that isn't too big or too small at delivery. in the long run research suggests that the greater the weight gain during pregnancy the higher the risk of having an overweight child and one with higher blood pressure. children who are born too small which can result from inadequate weight gain during pregnancy are more prone to certain chronic conditions including heart disease and diabetes during adulthood. what if you miss the mark for recommended weight gain? if you're off by just a few pounds either way it probably won't make much of a difference. the iom (institute of medicine) guidelines provide a range in each bmi category suggesting that good outcomes are achieved with all different weight gains. listen to the advice of your doctor or nurse-midwife about weight gain but if you have doubts ask what's right for you.

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how much weight is it ok to gain during pregnancy?

most doctors base their recommendation of weight gain on the weight of the mom before pregnancy. women with a normal bmi (body mass index) should gain anywhere between 25 and 35 pounds and up to 45 for twins. overweight women may be able to safely gain between 15 and 25 pounds but should not use pregnancy as a time to diet or lose weight. check with your doctor to determine if it is safe for you to gain less or more than the recommended range.

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can lotrisone cream or lotion be used if i am pregnant or plan to become pregnant or if i am nursing?

before using lotrisone cream or lotion tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. also tell your doctor if you are nursing.

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if i am bleeding from the intestines already would taking omeprazole 20mg going to stop it? . i have been taking ibprofin for 14 or more years due to knee and hip pain and eventually have both knees and hips replaced. the only thing that helps the pain i have due to chronic arthritis in hand and neck as well. dr. worried about taking ibprofin as long as i have and gave me. omeprazole. 20mg to take 30 min. before breakfast. if i am already bleeding will that drug stop the bleeding?

you probably need a colonoscope done to see if you have polyps that bleed. may be some other. med workup!

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when should i start gaining weight during pregnancy?

when it comes to pregnancy pounds timing matters. chances are weight gain during the first three months will be minimal -- and should be according to the iom (institute of medicine) guidelines. you don't need any extra calories during the first trimester; although the baby's growth is rapid he is so small that his development doesn't warrant additional energy. however you may add some pounds to your frame during the first three months because you're hungrier or because of fluid retention. some women even lose weight because they don't feel well enough to eat their usual diet. once the second trimester starts and the baby's growth begins in earnest gaining weight on a steady basis is a must. plan on putting on about a pound each week with a prepregnancy bmi of 24. 9 and below and about a half pound a week if you had a prepregnancy bmi of 24. 9 and above.

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what if i become pregnant while using implanon?

you should see your healthcare provider right away. it is important to remove implanon and make sure that the pregnancy is not ectopic (occurring outside the womb). based on experience with birth control pills implanon is not likely to cause birth defects.

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what if i want to become pregnant or want to stop using implanon for another reason before three years?

your healthcare provider can remove implanon at any time with a minor surgical procedure in the office. the information on your user card may help your healthcare provider find implanon. after removal keep the removal site clean dry and bandaged for three to five days to lessen the chance of infection. if you want to become pregnant your ability to get pregnant usually returns quickly. some women have become pregnant within days after removal of implanon. if you do not want to become pregnant you should start another birth control method right away. additional information if you would like more information talk with your healthcare provider. you can ask your healthcare provider for information about implanon that is written for healthcare providers.

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what happens to the breasts in pregnancy?

during pregnancy the breasts grow. this growth is much more uniform than that at adolescence. the breasts of women with small breasts tend to grow about as much during pregnancy as those of women with large breasts. the amount of milk-producing tissue is essentially the same. this is the reason that when milk production begins small-breasted women produce as much milk as do large-breasted women.

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is cracking your knuckles bad for you? . i crack my knuckles constantly and have heard you can develop arthritis over time. is this true? what else could happen if i continue to crack my knuckles?

it is bad for the people around you that have to hear it. cracking your knuckles has not been well-studied as a cause of arthritis in the hands so i think the jury is out as to any harm it may cause. you can post again in about 20 years and let everyone know how your hands are doing or you can just curtail this unnecessary habit.

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does lack of sleep affect weight loss after pregnancy?

studies show that at six months after giving birth moms who got less than six hours of sleep per night had more difficulty losing weight than moms who slept more than six hours. . getting rest is important for you to be able to focus on eating healthy and find time to be physically active. do everything you can to get enough sleep and try not to be a superwoman until you've got your energy back because weight control takes a lot of energy.

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how long should it take to lose baby weight after pregnancy?

forget about dieting for at least six weeks postpartum and focus on eating a healthy diet. most women are sleep-deprived tired and lack the energy to exercise prepare healthy meals and do what it takes to lose weight. losing the baby weight can take upwards of a year. ideally you should take the weight off gradually aiming for one to two pounds per week.

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what causes bleeding in the first trimester of pregnancy?

about 20% of women have some bleeding during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. possible causes of first trimester bleeding include: implantation bleeding. you may experience some normal spotting within the first six to 12 days after you conceive as the fertilized egg implants itself in the lining of the uterus. some women don't realize they are pregnant because they mistake this bleeding for a light period. usually the bleeding is very light and lasts from a few hours to a few days. miscarriage. because miscarriage is most common during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy it tends to be one of the biggest concerns with first trimester bleeding. about half of women who bleed in pregnancy eventually miscarry but that doesn't necessarily mean that if you're bleeding you've lost the baby especially if you don't have any other symptoms. other symptoms of miscarriage are strong cramps in the lower abdomen and tissue passing through the vagina. ectopic pregnancy. in an ectopic pregnancy the fertilized embryo implants outside of the uterus usually in the fallopian tube. if the embryo keeps growing it can cause the fallopian tube to burst which can be life-threatening to the mother. although ectopic pregnancy is potentially dangerous it only occurs in about 2% of pregnancies. other symptoms of ectopic pregnancy are strong cramps or pain in the lower abdomen and lightheadedness. molar pregnancy (also called gestational trophoblastic disease). this is a very rare condition in which abnormal tissue grows inside the uterus instead of a baby. in rare cases the tissue is cancerous and can spread to other parts of the body. other symptoms of molar pregnancy are severe nausea and vomiting and rapid enlargement of the uterus. additional causes of bleeding in early pregnancy include: cervical changes. during pregnancy extra blood flows to the cervix. intercourse or a pap test which cause contact with the cervix can trigger bleeding. this type of bleeding isn't cause for concern. infection. any infection of the cervix vagina or a sexually transmitted infection (such as chlamydia gonorrhea or herpes) can cause bleeding in the first trimester.

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what causes bleeding in the first trimester of pregnancy?

implantation bleeding can last longer than 12 days. it maybe considered something else after so long but that is what my dr. called it. i am not writing this because i think i know more than what wmd gave as an answer. however as a first time pregnant woman who has experienced light bleeding and cramping intermittently from week 3rd through my current 7th week i believe there is not enough information available about 1st trimester bleeding. i read so many articles like this that my head was swimming. i knew i wasn't having a miscarriage but what i was reading (all from credible sources btw) left me feeling like i was either doomed to miscarry or i would be bed ridden. when i went in for an ultra sound the nurse pointed out a little dark area between the amniotic sac and my uterine wall. she said that is where the blood was coming from. at 7w1d i was still experiencing implantation bleeding- it was still attaching in an area. she said it is common and everything was fine! i saw my little button wiggle and we heard a heart beat! baby measures perfectly. not every story is going to end quite as uncomplicated but i want women to have hope. there are a lot of answers- every pregnancy is different. talk to your dr. and never ever assume the worst. there is hope!

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what causes bleeding in the first trimester of pregnancy?

i experienced bleeding at week 10. i had spent the day before at a rally in which i was walking and on my feet for hours. the bleeding started that night i thought i was miscarrying but i called the nurse and she said if i didn't soak a pad every 30 minthen it could b nothing. went to the doc two days after she said everything was normal. she advised me not to have intercourse for 3 weeks. the bleeding rate decreased but i kept spotting well into my second trimester. in the end there were no complications and i have a healthy baby girl.

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what causes bleeding in the first trimester of pregnancy?

i don't know why

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is tendinits and arthritist the same

no but they can have similar symptoms in the joints. tendonitis involves tendons (muscles and their connective tissue) and arthritis involves the bony aspect of joint. a person can have both and to a certain extent both may be treated similarly depending on the location and severity.

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is tendinits and arthritist the same

tendinitis can be a symptom associated with arthritis. they are learning more and more about arthritis every day. osteoarthritis (oa) is a wearing down of the cartilage that protects the bone ends. arthritis causes the cartilage to breakdown and then you have bone rubbing on bone and the bone then tries to protect itself by growing more bone this is called "osteophytes" and this is quite painful because this re grown bone is not nice and smooth but is lumpy and bumpy. cartilage is soft tissue not bone. some new research is suggesting that there may symptoms in the tendons and muscles which attach at or near the bone ends prior to xray evidence of oa. pain tendinitis bursitis can be a signal that something is wrong with the joint. i have severe generalized multi-site osteoarthritis (this oa is inherited most often bilateral: hands knees hips and so on) and i can tell you that this is so true. i knew that my knees were bad before there was xray evidence just due to the pain type and location. my elbows both have been so painful and i know that it is working on the joints while there is still no xray evidence it will be there soon. although they are saying that the elbows are not included in this form of oa i can tell you that they are by my own observations. my elbows can be so painful that i wake in the mornings just about screaming in pain when i try to move one or both. see a doctor before it becomes chronic pain. good luck to you.

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my wife has just been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and her sister has ms are the two diseases related? . my wife has just been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and her sister has ms are the two diseases related?

this is a really good question. there is a lot that we don’t really know about rheumatoid arthritis (ra) and multiple sclerosis (ms). both ms and ra are considered to be autoimmune diseases. this means that for some reason the body’s own immune system attacks parts of itself. in ra the immune system begins to attack the joints. in ms it attacks the brain and spinal cord. why this happens in some people is not entirely clear. certain autoimmune diseases and the tendency to get autoimmune diseases does seem to run in families. it is thought that different things can trigger ms and ra. these triggers may be hormonal genetic or environmental. exposure to certain viruses is thought to be a trigger. epstein-barr virus (ebv) has suspected links to both ra and ms. there are also other connections. some studies suggest that ms patients may be more likely to get ra and other autoimmune diseases. and a treatment for ra called anti-tnf therapy can cause a condition very similar to ms. i hope this helps. as you can see we all still have a lot to learn about ms ra and all the other autoimmune diseases.

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how fast can arthritis develope in a broken foot. i broke my left foot over a year ago and am still having problems. i've been told it is arthritis and nothing can be done except fuse the foot. what no one can or will tell me is why no problem before breaking the foot but after breaking it i suddenly have arthritis? can it develop that fast? i feel like the doctors and insurance nurse just want me to go away. thank you.

hm. you raise an interesting question. it's true that broken bones may be more prone to developing arthritis. it helps to understand that osteoarthritis (which is what we're talking about here) doesn't necessarily mean the development of painful bony spurs in a joint (which is what a lot of people think). technically "osteoarthritis" refers to the raw edges of two pieces of bone rubbing together painfully. we usually think of osteoarthritis as something that comes on gradually over the course of years because that is how the disease usually progresses in healthy tissue. osteoarthritis is called the "wear and tear" disease because under normal circumstances the cartilage between bones in a joint wears away over the decades until the two pieces of bone grind against each other. however the course may be different for osteoarthritis caused by trauma (such as a broken bone). i'd suggest you sit down with your doctor and have him or her define "arthritis" for you so that you understand better what they're talking about. they should also be able to explain in very clear terms how it is arthritis could develop in your foot so quickly. i hope this information helps!

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how fast can arthritis develope in a broken foot. i broke my left foot over a year ago and am still having problems. i've been told it is arthritis and nothing can be done except fuse the foot. what no one can or will tell me is why no problem before breaking the foot but after breaking it i suddenly have arthritis? can it develop that fast? i feel like the doctors and insurance nurse just want me to go away. thank you.

i happened to be in the same boat as you except i now know for sure i have to have fusion in my wrist which will dramatically reduce my wrist's range of motion. i fractured my wrist twice. first time very badly in 1981 and the second time only about 2 years ago. although it was set correctly yet the second time it broke very easily because it had become suseptive to breakage due to the first severe fracture. it only took one year for my wrist to develope arthritis to the extend that the only solution now is fusion withtitanium. i have very soft bones and my body is arthitis proned and any trauma to my bones especially to areas that bones connect to catlidge soon develope arthritis. in your case i think for one your fracture must have been relatively severe and in an area where joint/cartlidge has an imprtant and pehaps muli-range function and two it could have not been set very correctly and or your joints like mine are proned to arthritis due trauma. physical therapy is very important after the bone heals. age certainly has someting to do with it in other words the younger one is the better and quicker the bone and cartlidge heal and thus the likelihood of development of arthritis is less. what triggers arthritis is when cartlidges between two connecting bones ware off due to either age or trauma usually when the connecting bone to the cartlidge is repositioned off its normal or natural position which can occur with bone fracture or even after it set. do get second and third openion from expert surgeons. good luck

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how fast can arthritis develope in a broken foot. i broke my left foot over a year ago and am still having problems. i've been told it is arthritis and nothing can be done except fuse the foot. what no one can or will tell me is why no problem before breaking the foot but after breaking it i suddenly have arthritis? can it develop that fast? i feel like the doctors and insurance nurse just want me to go away. thank you.

had this happen to me did the fussion 3 times and they all failed. i am type 2 diabetic so that could have something to do with it. get second opinions you could end up like me disabled for the rest of my life.

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which brand shoes are best for people suffering from arthritis? . for individuals with sensitive feet or those affected with arthritis. birkenstock shoes offer footwear equipped with the added feature referred to as "soft-footbed" that consists of a foam cushion that is inserted between the flexible cork and latex mixture coated in sturdy natural jute and the suede leather cover sole.

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i have pain in my knee under the knee cap the back of my knee and my thigh is this just arthritis? . some times i can hardly stand i have always tucked my leg under me when i sit down i can't any more the pain is too harsh. some times my thigh muscles and calf muscles hurt so bad is this all part of arthris?

possibly but could also be due to "soft tissue" issues with the ligaments muscles etc. there is also something called a baker's cyst that can form behind the knee that might cause these symptoms.

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i have pain in my knee under the knee cap the back of my knee and my thigh is this just arthritis? . some times i can hardly stand i have always tucked my leg under me when i sit down i can't any more the pain is too harsh. some times my thigh muscles and calf muscles hurt so bad is this all part of arthris?

i have had no previous injuries

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can you have gout in your big toe without swelling? . i have arthritis and a neuroma in the foot that my big toe hurt so badly but i really don't have swelling in my toe. could it be gout anyway?

yes you can have gout without swelling. however gout usually will have some red lines in the area. and is very painful. if it continues see your dr. as there is medication you can start on for gout. like allopurinol.

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i have pain stiffnes and weakness in hands and fingers. x-ray did not show inflamationn or degnerative arthritis. i am 56 yr old female. my hands and all fingers are very stiff all the time and very painfull when not in use. if i do not keep them moving they become very stiff in a few minutes. i have been taking celebrex which helps but i want to know what is wrong with them. i had carpel tunnel surgery 2 years ago in my left hand and 15 yrs ago in my right. . x-ray taken 2 weeks ago states no inflammatory or degenerative arthritis. will arthritis always show on x-ray? what is my next step?

my arthritis took 5 years before it showed up on an x-ray. my one hand hurt despite no proof and the doctor gave me meloxicam 15 mg tab to take because i also have arthritis in my left knee. (i take it at night only. ) x-rays don't necessarily work to the depth we expect them to in my opinion. but my doctor knows this.

You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics.

i have pain stiffnes and weakness in hands and fingers. x-ray did not show inflamationn or degnerative arthritis. i am 56 yr old female. my hands and all fingers are very stiff all the time and very painfull when not in use. if i do not keep them moving they become very stiff in a few minutes. i have been taking celebrex which helps but i want to know what is wrong with them. i had carpel tunnel surgery 2 years ago in my left hand and 15 yrs ago in my right. . x-ray taken 2 weeks ago states no inflammatory or degenerative arthritis. will arthritis always show on x-ray? what is my next step?

not sure exactly what you have but there are blood tests used to help diagnose arthritis and inflammation. if you haven't had any blood tests done i'd ask your doctor for some.

You are a medical knowledge assistant trained to provide information and guidance on various health-related topics.

i have pain stiffnes and weakness in hands and fingers. x-ray did not show inflamationn or degnerative arthritis. i am 56 yr old female. my hands and all fingers are very stiff all the time and very painfull when not in use. if i do not keep them moving they become very stiff in a few minutes. i have been taking celebrex which helps but i want to know what is wrong with them. i had carpel tunnel surgery 2 years ago in my left hand and 15 yrs ago in my right. . x-ray taken 2 weeks ago states no inflammatory or degenerative arthritis. will arthritis always show on x-ray? what is my next step?

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what are the problems associated puva therapy while pregnant or breastfeeding?

birth control should be used since the effects of puva therapy on the unborn child are not known. if you become pregnant inform your doctor so that he or she can determine whether it is necessary for you to temporarily stop therapy. since it is not known whether 8-mop passes into mother's milk it is safer not to breastfeed while taking this drug.

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when should you abstain from sex during pregnancy?

your doctor may advise you not to have intercourse if you have any of the following types of high-risk pregnancy: risk of miscarriage or history of past miscarriages. risk of preterm labor (contractions before 37 weeks of pregnancy) which puts you at risk of delivering a premature baby. vaginal bleeding discharge or cramping without a known cause. ruptured membranes and leakage of fluid from the amniotic sac. incompetent cervix (a damaged cervix that has opened too early in pregnancy). placenta previa (the placenta is positioned abnormally low in the uterus near the cervix). twins triplets or other "multiples. " keep in mind if your doctor says "no sex " that may include anything that causes sexual arousal and orgasm. for example nipple stimulation and oral sex would be off limits.

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is sex during pregnancy safe?

sex is a natural normal part of pregnancy -- if you're having a normal pregnancy. the movement and penetration of intercourse in itself won't harm the baby. your baby is protected by your abdomen and the muscular walls of the uterus. your baby is also cushioned by the fluid in the amniotic sac. as a general safety precaution some doctors advise avoiding sex in the last few weeks of pregnancy believing that hormones in semen called prostaglandins can stimulate contractions. one exception? women who are overdue and want to induce labor. some doctors believe that prostaglandins in semen actually induce labor in a full-term or past-due pregnancy since the gel used to "ripen" the cervix and induce labor also contains prostaglandins. if you have a high-risk pregnancy -- for instance with a complication such as preterm labor or risk of miscarriage -- your doctor may advise you to avoid sex during pregnancy.

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can a pregnant woman pass h1n1 swine flu to her unborn baby?

while it's too soon to know much about how swine flu affects a fetus women with swine flu do seem to be at a higher risk for premature delivery. in past pandemics pregnant women with flu had higher rates of stillbirth spontaneous abortion and premature birth. also flu comes with fever. studies have shown that a fever during the first trimester doubles the risk of neural tube defects and may be associated with other adverse outcomes. the risk for birth defects associated with fever may be mitigated by the use of anti-fever medications and/or a multivitamin that contains folic acid but data are limited.

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can i get pregnant while taking lybrel?

you are not likely to get pregnant if you take lybrel at the same time every day as directed by your health care provider. because regular monthly bleeding does not occur on lybrel it may be difficult to recognize if you get pregnant. if you suspect that you may be pregnant or if you have symptoms of pregnancy such as nausea/vomiting or unusual breast tenderness you should have a pregnancy test and you should contact your health care professional. stop taking lybrel if you are pregnant.

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if a pregnant woman gets swine flu what is the best course of treatment?

she should take tamiflu as soon as possible even before the results of her h1n1 swine flu test come back.

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i had my son 19 months ago and i have some loose skin on my belly from my pregnancy. how can i tighten up my skin?

radiofrequency treatments such as thermage can help tighten the skin in this area to some extent. your dermatologist will be able to evaluate and determine if this is the right treatment for you.

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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.

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what are some early signs of pregnancy?

before it's too early to know if you've missed your period there are some early signs of pregnancy: extreme unexplainable fatigue. food aversions. sensitivity to smells. nausea and vomiting. breast swelling and tenderness. frequent urination. shortness of breath. physical changes.

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what causes bleeding in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy?

abnormal bleeding in late pregnancy may be more serious because it can signal a problem with the mother or baby. call your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any bleeding in your second or third trimester. possible causes of bleeding in late pregnancy include: placenta previa. this condition occurs when the placenta sits low in the uterus and partially or completely covers the opening of the birth canal. although placenta previa is very rare occurring in only one in 200 pregnancies it is an emergency requiring immediate medical attention. bleeding from placenta previa can often occur without any pain. placental abruption. in about 1% of pregnancies the placenta detaches from the wall of the uterus before or during labor and blood pools between the placenta and uterus. placental abruption can be very dangerous to both the mother and baby. other symptoms of placental abruption are abdominal pain clots from the vagina tender uterus and back pain. uterine rupture. in rare cases a scar from a previous c-section can tear open during pregnancy. uterine rupture can be life-threatening and requires an emergency c-section. other symptoms of uterine rupture are pain and tenderness in the abdomen. vasa previa. in this very rare condition the developing baby's blood vessels in the umbilical cord or placenta cross the opening to the birth canal. vasa previa can be very dangerous to the baby because the blood vessels can tear open causing the baby to bleed severely and lose oxygen. other symptoms of vasa previa include abnormal fetal heart rate and excessive bleeding. premature labor. vaginal bleeding late in pregnancy may just be a sign that your body is getting ready to deliver. a few days or weeks before labor begins the mucus plug that covers the opening of the uterus will pass out of the vagina and it will usually have small amounts of blood in it (this is known as "bloody show"). if bleeding and symptoms of labor begin before the 37th week of pregnancy contact your doctor right away because you might be in preterm labor. other symptoms of preterm labor include contractions vaginal discharge abdominal pressure and ache in the lower back. additional causes of bleeding in late pregnancy are: injury to the cervix or vagina polyps cancer.