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[ Symptoms ] i have black pimples on penis corona what are they [ Disease ] these may well be an onset of std other possibility is of an underlying infection that may present in such a way during early stages application of local cream if helpful should be continued for atleast 15 days do consult a venerologist |
[ Symptoms ] hip replaced with radiation now my bones are weak [ Disease ] yes if your child develops a rash while taking amoxicillin it is important to contact hisher pediatrician immediately it could be a sign of an allergic reaction or a harmless side effect but the only way to tell is to have it examined by a doctor |
[ Symptoms ] can chlamydia lay dormant for up to 3 years i was recently diagnosed and treated for chlamydia and need to know if it is possible for the bacteria to lay dormant for up to 3 years i have heard multiple answers from only a few months a maximum of a year to up to 5 years the only way i could have contracted it was about 2 5 years ago also my partner was just tested 4 months ago for the army and it came back negative i have been with him for 5 years but broke up for a short period 2 5 years ago and had other sexual partners [ Disease ] ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache dental pain menstrual cramps muscle aches or arthritis it is also used to reduce fever and to relieve minor aches and pain due to the common cold or flu ibuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug nsaid it works by blocking your body is production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation this effect helps to decrease swelling pain or fever if you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis ask your doctor about non drug treatments andor using other medications to treat your pain this form of ibuprofen is intended for use by children do not give this medication to a child younger than 6 months unless directed by the doctor check the ingredients on the label even if you have used the product before the manufacturer may have changed the ingredients also products with similar names may contain different ingredients meant for different purposes taking the wrong product could harm you |
[ Symptoms ] why are my shoulders breaking out so bad now that i am taking testosterone cypionate for testosterone therapy i have never before had acne problems on my back or shoulders my doctor has placed me on testosterone because i have low testosterone levels now i have such bad acne on my shoulders i do not take my shirt off in my own house because my wife says it is gross any advice on a remedy without stopping the testosterone [ Disease ] consuming more calories will help to increase your weight here are a few healthy tips to follow to increase weight slowly focus on healthy foods to gain weight eat foods that are loaded with vitamins minerals nutrients and calories you can enrich foods with nuts fruits and yogurt dairy can cause bowel problems for some with ibs and if it is an issue skip those foods eat more often increasing the amount of calories you eat each day will help to gain weight focus on eating 6 times a day with each meal containing a protein starch vegetable and some fat for example turkey sandwich with mayonnaise on whole grain bread with a fruit smoothie and carrots foods that are highest in calories and nutrients are foods with fat especially plant fats these include nuts peanuts seeds peanut butter almond butter avocados hummus and oils animal fats provide nutrients and the same amount of calories as plant fats but they also contain saturated fats which can increase the ldl bad cholesterol there are a few things to consider with ibs and diet make sure to add fiber to your diet if you experience constipation the fiber helps to absorb water and add bulk to the large intestine making bowel movements easier and more frequent foods high in fiber include fresh fruits and vegetables wheat bran whole grain breads and cereals and beans limit these if they cause excess gas for more information visit these links here and here |
[ Symptoms ] i have an overactive bladder need advice [ Disease ] although its an interesting theory it is not supported by science lactose intolerance does not cause weight gain excess weight occurs when you eat more calories than your body burns in fact people with more serious gastrointestinal problems like ulcerative colitis or crohns have food rush through them and they tend to be underweight and sometimes malnourished the body does not seem to overcompensate |
[ Symptoms ] can prozac prescribed for post natal depression cause weight gain only in the stomach region i take 40 mg of prozac once a day i also have the mirena iud no other medication but over xmas i took a pregnancy test negative because my tummy is looking so pronounced it seemed a bit far fetched but it was very noticeable i got my period the next day now i have tender breasts but no other symptoms of pregnancy i had very bad nausea and migraines with my first 2 children my tummy is still massive i usually weigh 112 lbs i am weighing closer to 120 lbs any ideas thanks [ Disease ] absolutely changes in appetite and weight is a common side effect for prozac and many other antidepressants and may very well be the cause of your gaining weight |
[ Symptoms ] is there a link between acne and tonsil stones i have been having acne for 5 years now i am 20 years old and tried everything except accutane to get rid of it i do not eat any dairy products no sugar everything i eat is fresh and natural nobody in my familiy has had acne like i do when i was 11 years old i had a severe tonsillits epiosde and since then i have swollen lymph node in the submandibular triangle on the ride side of my neck when i am running playing football my neck hurts i also have a hoarse voice & tonsil stones [ Disease ] there is no link whatsoever they are two very different independent medical conditions |
[ Symptoms ] is one physical exam for men covered by all insurance companies under the aca [ Disease ] i have seen children at the age of 30 months who do not communicate properly your kid is just 20 months old and i assure you he will soon start communicating speak to him show him how to communicate or point towards a object just conselling will be enough |
[ Symptoms ] what are the treatment options for children with depression [ Disease ] if you have questions or concerns discuss them with your health care provider treatment options for children with depression are similar to those for adults including psychotherapy counseling and medication the role that family and the child is environment play in the treatment process is different from that of adults your child is doctor may suggest psychotherapy first and consider antidepressant medicine as an additional option if there is no significant improvement the best studies to date indicate that a combination of psychotherapy and medication is most effective however studies do show that the antidepressant prozac is effective in treating depression in children and teens the drug is officially recognized by the fda for treatment of children 8 18 with depression treating children with bipolar disorder children with bipolar disorder are usually treated with psychotherapy and a combination of medicines usually an antidepressant and a mood stabilizer use of an antidepressant alone can trigger bouts of manic and hyperactive behavior the fda has determined that antidepressant medications increase the risk of suicidal thinking and behavior in children and adolescents with depression and other psychiatric disorders if you have questions or concerns discuss them with your health care provider |
[ Symptoms ] how rapidly should one is body fat composition change with diet and exercise [ Disease ] when we talk about acid peels what these are doing is that they are creating a controlled chemical burn of the skin these should be done by trained and qualified physicians ideally dermatologists or plastic surgeons what they can do depending on the concentration is cause an exfoliation of the skin that will reveal healthy newer skin behind it glycolic acids come in different strength they can be as low as a 5 up to a 70 and depending on whether or not it is buffered so how neutral it is what the ph of it is can affect how powerful that treatment is that needs to be neutralized in order to turn it off so the longer you leave it on the skin the longer the results last salicylic acid is often called a beta lift or a beta peel and this does not need to be neutralized so we have different concentrations it can be 20 30 and you have to be careful because this is absorbed into the body so we have to limit the body surface area that we apply we would not do the face and the back in one treatment because too much of the product would be absorbed and can cause systemic problems or problems internally so it does need to be done in a very careful and monitored way but it does turn off by itself afterwards you get red and you peel i like the beta or the salicylic acid peels for people who are more acne prone and the glycolic acids for general skin rejuvenation the lactic acid peels are more gentle in the alpha hydroxy or glycolic acid family of peels they tend to be better for more sensitive and more dry skin trichloric acetic acid peels tend to be very strong you have to be especially careful with these in as low as 10 concentration that tends to be very gentle but unlike the other peels every time you apply it you are getting a stronger concentration so if you take a 10 peel and you keep dabbing it over the spot you can get up to a 30 40 concentration so there is a lot of finesse that go around these products it is also self neutralizing which is good because it turns itself off but also we do not have a neutralizer for it so if you have too strong a product on your skin that can create a chemical burn that can be significant so these are treatments that should be done under the supervision or directly by your physician you need to be evaluated to make sure that your skin is healthy enough for this treatment and you need to know what to expect afterwards what the downtime is what the skincare is in order to get the best results out of them |
[ Symptoms ] is there a link between sleep and long term memory [ Disease ] a new study has found a direct link between sleep and the creation of long term memories scientists at washington university school of medicine have discovered a cluster of cells in the fruit fly brain that controls sleep by manipulating those cells scientists were able to establish long term memories in fruit flies by controlling their sleep habits using their ability to control the fruit flies sleep the scientists tested the insects ability to learn — and retain — information here is how they did it and what they found as a test of learning researchers exposed male fruit flies to other male flies that had been engineered to smell like female fruit flies after a few unsuccessful mating attempts the flies learned not to court these female in disguise flies without sleep the fruit flies retained this knowledge of the pretend female flies for a short period of time amounting to a few hours scientists put their fruit fly subjects to sleep after the courtship training with sleep the fruit flies were able to retain the same information for several days sleep enabled the fruit flies to convert short term knowledge into long term memory we have long known that there was a relationship between sleep memory and learning you do not have to be a scientist to have a sense of this think about your typical state of mind — and your inclination to retain new information — at the end of a long busy day our brains use sleep as the time to determine what information can be discarded and what is useful enough that it should be stored as longer term memories |
[ Symptoms ] when is the flu no longer contagious [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] i am 4 weeks pregnant and my throat is very sore my tonsils feel swollen but i do not have a cold what can i take [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] 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 [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] mild discomfort and then mild pain in belly button region when i press that region [ Disease ] for starters the law requires most employers to allow parents to keep their adult children on their health plan until age 26 so she likely has another year with you if you like otherwise check healthcare gov for the marketplace in your state the federal government is running the marketplace in texas so on that website you will find information about where to go to shop for coverage |
[ Symptoms ] i have a tumor on my scalp [ Disease ] people are at increased risk of infection with tuberculosis tb when they have close contact such as living in the same house with someone who has active tb which can be spread to others active tb is very contagious are health professionals who may care for people with untreated tb live or work in crowded conditions where they can come into contact with people who may have untreated active tb this includes people who live or work in prisons nursing homes military barracks or homeless shelters have poor access to health care such as homeless people migrant farm workers or people who abuse alcohol or drugs travel to or from regions where untreated tb is common such as latin america countries in central america south america and the caribbean africa asia eastern europe and russia people who have an infection that cannot spread to others latent tb infection are at risk of developing active tb if they have an impaired immune system the immune system may be weakened in older adults newborns women who have recently given birth and people who have hiv infection some cancers or poorly controlled diabetes have poor access to health care such as homeless people migrant farm workers or people who abuse alcohol or drugs take some types of medicines such as long term corticosteroids tumor necrosis factor alpha antagonists used to treat rheumatoid arthritis or crohn is disease or medicines to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ have a chronic lung disease caused by breathing in tiny sand or silica particles silicosis or celiac disease 2 have had gastric bypass surgery or a gastrectomy are 10 or more under their healthy body weight 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 ] do i have a sinus infection or sinusitis do i have a sinus infection or sinusitis have had soredry skin on bottom of left nose opening since last friday hurt when i stretched the nose always picked the dry skin been using petroleum jelly on bottom of left nasal opening now have nasal congestionstuffiness and facial paintenderness on left cheekbone area what should i do see a doctor do not have insurance or a pcp lately when i need a doctor go to walgreen is take care clinics because usually cheaper than a regular doctor [ Disease ] i have no way of examining you over the internet to determine if you have a sinus infection sinusitis so it is off to the take care clinic so you can be properly diagnosed and treated a description of symptoms is rarely sufficient to make this important diagnostic decision |
[ Symptoms ] i am addicted to red bull drink…50 cans a week [ Disease ] check your cervical vertebra do an mri scan take it seriously good luck |
[ Symptoms ] what is the risk of radiation with repeated mammography screening over the years [ Disease ] with modern mammography equipment the amount of radiation exposure is extremely small although there is no level of radiation without some theoretical risk there is no evidence of increased breast cancer risks from mammography performed in the recommended manner furthermore the benefits of early detection far outweigh these theoretical concerns |
[ Symptoms ] sometimes my heart flutters followed by my breath being taken away causing me to gasp what might this be [ Disease ] most helpful answer many conditions can cause the symptoms you describe some of them are benign do not cause harm and some are life threatening the important message here is this if you are having any heart related symptoms you should get them checked out by a health care provider as soon as possible specifically if you feel any severe chest pain tightness of the chest pain radiating down your left arm or up into your jaw pain at the mid back in women ongoing shortness of breath nausea or fainting in combination with any of the other symptoms you should call 911 do not take chances with your heart please get checked out by a health care provider as soon as possible |
[ Symptoms ] my 15 year old daughter has tricuspid valve regurgitation nausea getting worse [ Disease ] hi in my opinion you should check for chronic pancreatits and addisonian crisis do a potassium sodium test cortosol levels serum amylase and lipase tests good luck |
[ Symptoms ] was at gym on ab crunch machine pushed too heavy weight and felt a pop in my stomach felt like something stuck out well i was at the gym this morning on the ab crunch machine i leaned forward to push my normal weight and it did not move so i pushed extra hard and i think it was too hard immediately after i leaned the weight forward it was followed by a bubble like feeling in my abdomen that moved upward towards my chest and i lost my breath it felt like something popped out for a couple of seconds this evening i am just really sore and occasionally am getting sharp pains in my stomach [ Disease ] oh ouch so much for that whole working out is healthy thing right ha ha well i think you need to get this checked out i would suggest making an appointment with your primary care provider you may merely have strained a muscle but then again you could have torn one and that would require medical attention luckily the abdomen is protected with layer upon layer of muscle so it is not too likely you suffered say a bowel herniation or something nonetheless if you start running a fever or vomiting or develop any other unusual symptoms you might consider heading for an urgent care otherwise you are probably fine to just check in with your primary care provider and of course do not do any weightlifting of any kind until you are cleared by your doc to do so even leg work can strain your abs and you really need to rest them for now best wishes |
[ Symptoms ] i hurt my lower back now i am hunched over and it seems that my ab muscles have changed [ Disease ] probably nothing at all you may have this extra hair genetically but there is no reason for you to keep them you can wax em off pluck them out or see a specialist and have this extra hair permanently removed most of these things are unwanted genetic gifts from your parents or grandparents but if you feel you are having a hormonal problem that is resulting in excess hair growth you would need to see your medical provider |
[ Symptoms ] can i take moltrin pm and alka selzer plus together [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] what supplements can i take to help with heart disease is krill omega 3 any good family history with heart disease [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] 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 did not think much of it at first but now i am 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 [ Disease ] most helpful answer first why would anyone what to do this and second no ethical physician would risk his or her medical license to perform such a ridiculous procedure even if it was possible health risks highly likely i know this was a serious question but i am very curious how why this possibility even occurred to you |
[ Symptoms ] my daughter is five years old and just passed a bowel movement with blood [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] 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 [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] i have experienced headache migraine at least 3 days a week for the past 5 years [ Disease ] depo provera shots cause all your symptoms consult your gynaecologist fot other means |
[ Symptoms ] 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 [ Disease ] 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 do not increase your dose without talking it over with your physician |
[ Symptoms ] can a urine test detect chlamydia if a tampon was worn while urinating does wearing a tampon or having your cycle affect the accuracy of the test [ Disease ] a tampon will not affect the accuracy of a urine test these are two different compartments a urine chlamydia test or any other urine test would still be accurate whether you had a tampon in or not |
[ Symptoms ] 1 week post knee arthroscope to fix torn meniscus woke up with pain from knee to my toes swelling from ankle to toes [ Disease ] also have barely any air to exhale |
[ Symptoms ] suspician pharmacy stealing medication the last 3 out 4 months my medication has been short like ten doses i thought it was me but i keep close track and control of my meds and dont know what to do i need those ten doses its not the first time i dont want to look like i am just jone sing and i am not do not know what to [ Disease ] ask to have the re counted in front of you or you do it while you are still in the pharmacy or change to a different pharmacy |
[ Symptoms ] my lower leg has been itching and i have had slow healing sores for five years is it related to high stress at work [ Disease ] unresolved itching is a truly frustrating symptom for all patients to deal with because this has been going on for some time you might want to get a medical evaluation to make sure you do not have a disease process that is causing the itching the fact that you have identified stress as a possible trigger tells me that while it may not be the source of your difficulty it certainly could be making it worse i would recommend that you look into stress reduction methods that are available in your area some schools and universities offer programs in stress reduction meditation yoga etc stress is hard on your entire body and could be negatively impacting other health systems as well as making your itching worse see what you can do about getting a diagnosis and try to learn to manage your stress levels |
[ Symptoms ] i had a snowboarding accident i am always either in pain or dull and achy am i cursed [ Disease ] 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 is health expert for a brief examination and perhaps a blood test |
[ Symptoms ] i had a baby two months ago and have started exercising what is the best multivitamin to take [ Disease ] it may not be necessary for you to take a multivitamin provided your diet is well rounded and you do not have any nutrient deficiencies that said any multivitamin that provides 100 of the rda of all the essential vitamins and minerals is best there is no specific formula necessary it is generally preferable to avoid a multivitamin with iron unless you are anemic talk to your health care provider or pharmacist to find the best multivitamin for you |
[ Symptoms ] i suffer from neck and shoulder blade pain for 3 years now and the doctors do not know what is wrong and it is getting worse [ Disease ] @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 |
[ Symptoms ] i have been having really painful pelvic pain for about two weeks now [ Disease ] that could be a urinary tract infection… you will need to get treated with an antibiotic of broad spectrum a urine culture will be fine to know the best antibiotic drink plenty plenty of water use a hot water bottle to ease pain drink plenty of water avoid coffee alcohol and spicy foods all of which irritate the bladder there are some indications that cranberry juice can help fight a urinary tract infection |
[ Symptoms ] my toe got stepped on playing soccer and the nail has turned black will it fall off [ Disease ] maybe but it definitely has blood underneath called a subungual hematoma if this injury is fresh this blood can be evacuated by a painless bore hole but if this is an older injury there is really nothing more to do |
[ Symptoms ] am a state of illin retired and i have blue cross hmo insurance and medicare which is best to make primary [ Disease ] hi sore nipples could be your hormones are out of whack see your doctor for a blood test to see how they are your hormones that is good luck |
[ Symptoms ] is appendix removed in colon resection [ Disease ] not routinely it depends on the surgeon the location of the colon resection and even the insurance company it has been common practice to remove the appendix any time that you are surgically in the same neighborhood but this practice varies widely if you are the one that had the colon resection you can try and get your operative records to see if the snared the appendix during your procedure |
[ Symptoms ] i have cramping and diarrhea for 2 weeks now [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] does vicodin contain aspirin [ Disease ] in my view the role of fruit depends on the overall eating strategy if one is doing atkins or another very low carb approach then it can be problematic to eat more than a little fruit especially the higher glycemic ones like banana pineapple and grapes however for my patients who aim to follow my usual eating strategy focusing on vegetablesfruitslean proteins and lowfat dairy and minimizing all grains and fatty meats and dairy i have not been limiting their fruit intake with the exception of dried fruit limited to 14 cup daily at first i was a little hesitant to encourage fruit without limit but my experience with diabetes reversal has reinforced this strategy time and time again fruit has been crucially important for helping my patients stick to the plan most of these patients eat 3 pieces of fruit daily for example an apple an orange and a banana some patients eat even more i rarely have to intervene and ask a patient to reel it in on the fruit intake it helps so much with weight loss which offsets the rise in glucose levels that otherwise might occur another reason i can get away with prescribing unlimited fruit is because i am so strict about minimizing starch intake put it this way every type 2 patient i have coached into remission eats at least 2 servings of fruit per day |
[ Symptoms ] what are the symptoms of gallstones [ Disease ] i would advice to repeatedly wash off your eyes with cold tap water then switch off lights and be in dark for a minute then turn on light to see if you have sensitivity to light if you experience sensitivity to light then it is advisable to visit a doctor hope it helps |
[ Symptoms ] when someone can not work due to sickness are they given an order or form so a member of my family claims that they can not work due to medical reasons whenever asked every couple of weeks or months there is a new or different reason if a doctor really orders them to not work will they write some type of letter or form and provide this to the patient is there any way to verify their claims of being prohibited from working by a physician [ Disease ] if a person cannot work for medical reasons the person is considered disabled temporarily or permanent documentation is usually provided to the person is employer stating that this person is unable to work but the employer or anyone else for that matter does not need to know the specific reasons that is privileged information between the person and hisher medical provider |
[ Symptoms ] can gender be determined by a blood test in our society today a lot of discussion has been made about sex change operations transgender questions and other social issues first is male or female able to be determined by a blood test and second if someone wants to change sex can this be achieved by hormones surgery etc or can a blood test prove conclusively that someone is a male or female regardless of environmental changes after birth finally if a blood test can determine sex can this too be changed [ Disease ] not a blood test but a dna swab from the inside of your cheeks or saliva can determine if you have male or female chromosomes if a person has a sex change surgically and hormonally challenged the chromosomes do not change nor can they be changed the olympics uses this type of test to determine eligibility to compete |
[ Symptoms ] is it true that in pennsylvania smokers will be charged an additional 50 on their premiums why is not it considered a pre existing condition the first year to give the smoker time to quit the terrible addiction [ Disease ] under the affordable care act insurers are allowed to charge smokers a 50 surcharge some states though unfortunately pa is not one of them have chosen not to allow this extra charge the good news however is that if you agree to participate in a smoking cessation program you can offset higher costs so there is an opportunity to quit and to avoid higher costs if you agree to try |
[ Symptoms ] why are both of my nipples painful and hot to the touch i am 25 years old i am not nor have i ever been pregnant i have never experienced this before what could this mean [ Disease ] sorry to hear you are going through this nipple tenderness can be very painful and annoying the good news is if this is affecting both your nipples it is probably not something scary like cancer it would be unusual for cancer to arise in both breasts at once not to mention you are awfully young for that your sore nipples could be caused by simple dryness it is not uncommon at this time of year when furnaces get cranked up and dry out the air for the nipples to require moisturizing just like any other skin you might try applying hand lotion to the nipples to see if it solves the problem if you go braless and your nipples frequently rub against clothing that could also cause them to feel sore wearing a soft supportive bra might help along with moisturizing if you take hormonal birth control for example birth control pills it is possible your tender nipples relate to hormone issues if applying moisturizer does not help the problem i suggest you see your primary health care provider for an exam and evaluation of your birth control method to see if this is the culprit and to make sure there is nothing sinister going on hope this helps |
[ Symptoms ] my stepfather has parkinson is he has begun to have episodes of dementia type behavior what are your suggestions he is not sleeping well including leaving the house in the middle of the night [ Disease ] what you are experiencing sounds awful i hope you get some relief soon i strongly suggest you see a health care provider to evaluate these symptoms sometimes things like leg pains in children do not need to be treated but you are an adult now and still have the pain that definitely deserves to be looked at the migraines may or may not be related to the leg pain anyone can develop migraines many people believe they have migraines when they actually have common headaches migraines are a very specific type of headache that requires special treatment only a health care provider can tell you if you are getting true migraines or not again i urge you to see a health care provider about this and i wish you all the best |
[ Symptoms ] 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 am 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 [ Disease ] yes because bactrim is a sulfa drug sulfa methoxidoletrimethoprim |
[ Symptoms ] what is my risk of pregancy when i switch the pill to a different brand with different hormones was on viorele for about one year desogestrel and ethinyl estradiol but recently switched to altavera levonorgestrel and ethinyl estradiol i have just completed the first packet and am on the inactive pill four days into these my period is late and i have had sex in the past week previously i would have expected to have had my period start about now is the lateness due to the switch and my body adjusting or has the switch in hormones increased my risk of pregnancy [ Disease ] hi i think you should read this link it may help you if perhaps late but please read it the link <link> hope this helps good luck |
[ Symptoms ] i have retro peritoneal fibrosis with an aortic aneurysm [ Disease ] out of nearly hundred person having sex with hiv human immunodeficiency virus positive person hardly less than one may get infected the chances of acquiring hiv after sexual exposure is less than one percent i would suggest you to get hiv rt pcr real time polymerase chain reaction and elisa enzyme linked immunosorbent assay for hiv 1 and hiv 2 antibody from two different laboratory as far as progression of the disease is concerned hiv rna would be positive false positive or negative do not occur every time be positive revert back with the test results to a hiv aids specialist online > <link> |
[ Symptoms ] my son 8 years old has swollen and red hands he was picking up a sand bag yesterday is this a sign of brusing [ Disease ] no this is not a sign of bruising but it may be a sign of contact reaction since the redness and swelling has occurred in both hands at the same time there is a possibility that he picked up more than just a sand bag if he picked up or handled cement this is an entirely different problem cement does cause the hands to become red and irritated did he put his handprint into some fresh cement i think you need to do a little more investigation of a nine year old boy is day |
[ Symptoms ] 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 hismy optionsrequirements for coverage [ Disease ] 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 is health insurance marketplace starting october 1 |
[ Symptoms ] what does it mean if there is an infection in your leg and you need surgery my daughters boyfriend has had fevers for the past week and was extremely week and slept all day long and had loss of energy the other day he had called the ambulance and when he arrived to the hospital he was rushed into surgery i could not understand what they were speaking about when they said they had to clean out his leg due to infection could someone please tell me what this is called and what cause this to need to be done thank you_ [ Disease ] the swelling is caused by too much fluid in the tissue which is called edema swollen feet legs and ankles are a very common problem that usually does not require treatment for example gravity often pulls fluid down into the feet when you have been walking all day this swelling usually goes away by the next day however edema that does not go away should be investigated by your healthcare provider edema can be caused by • venous stasis veins in the lower legs that do not work properly • being overweight • aging • blood clot in the leg • heart problems such as heart failure • injury or infection • excessive salt intake • pregnancy if you have swollen feet legs or ankles occasionally here is what you can do to help the swelling go down • raise your legs above the level of your heart by lying in bed or on a sofa with several pillows propping up your feet • exercise regularly which keeps your veins working well • reduce your salt consumption • wear support stockings made for men and women if you frequently experience swollen feet legs or ankles – or if the swelling is on only one side – see your healthcare provider to rule out other health problems this is new to me since my potassium last week could this be a side affect |
[ Symptoms ] when i wake up in the morning i experience self attacking thoughts and feelings [ Disease ] hi you seem to be pretty stressed out and anxious vyanase to some extent is also responsible for these symptoms you should consider reducing its dosage or changing the drug lorazep clonazep will be better option de stressing yourself will be helpful consult a good counsellor and a psychiatrist you may need to be started on anxiolytic drugs thanks |
[ Symptoms ] allergic reaction to food with no breathing problems i ate pulled pork bbq almost immediately my throat started hurting followed by my sinuses starting to hurt i became very lethargic sensitive to lights and sounds everything hurt from the neck up my throat felt swollen face looked slightly swollen i went to urgent care and the doctor did not think it was food related because i did not have any breathing problems strep and flu test came back negative i was treated with antibiotics and steroids could this have been a food reaction [ Disease ] yes your symptoms could have been an allergic response not all allergic responses have breathing difficulties but most will have some degree of itching or hives symptoms you did not mention a swollen throat that suddenly came on after eating something certainly is suspicious of an allergic reaction a bacterial disease especially one that would require an antibiotic would typically not come on this sudden oral steroids can counteract an allergic reaction so perhaps that helped you yes it can be due to food allergy not all alergic reactions give breathing problems in severe reactions one can get symptom of breathlessness be cautious next time while eating stuff that you are allergic to |
[ Symptoms ] why am i losing my hair after weight loss surgery and how do i stop it i take biotin 7500mcg b complex vitamin a zinc and vitamin d supplements daily but my hair just falls out in handfuls i prefer not to wear a wig so any help would be appreciated [ Disease ] this could be nutritional and a lack of protein could be contributing it sounds like the nutritional supplements you are taking contain vitamins and minerals that can help with hair growth however after weight loss surgery a lack of protein in the diet can contribute to hair loss you need to talk to your doctor to determine the best ways for you to get more protein and to determine if that might be the cause you should eat a variety of types of protein including meat beans eggs rice etc |
[ Symptoms ] my husband and i had sex in a pool yesterday i am 7 weeks pregnant and now i am spotting and cramping is this normal [ Disease ] you will need to discuss this issue with your ob gyn someone who knows you and your case i cannot blindly determine if this bleeding and cramping is normal after having sex unless i had a way of determining the source of the blood your pregnancy is much too important to rely on internet advice so please contact you ob today some women need to be very careful during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy spotting could be a sign of miscarriage hi look sorry for this late reply at a time when you really need some help but for me sex in the pool was not the cause of this problem but if you have not done it bed rest would be good for you and just take things easy it could be something or nothing but just in case its a miscarriage these things do happen if so it means your body sense something was not right but just hoping for you it was nothing bed rest good luck hi see the above answer |
[ Symptoms ] having heart valve replacement surgery concerned about risk factors and other treatment options [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] i had lesion in my scrotum now eyelashes fall eyebrow and hair fall…itching in body mouth ulcers cold [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] can vitamin b12 be used for weight control i took heavy does of steriods for mirgraines administered by a family doctor is pa at the time i was 44 years of age i left shortly after receiving the medication to go to california to visit my family i gained huge amounts of weight each day by the time i got back from california i had gained nearly 100 pounds i am now 69 and frustrated & asshamed of how heavry i am i have exercised and dieted on chicken fruits and vegetables could vitamin b12 injections help [ Disease ] no there is no correlation between vitamin b12 and weight changes either causing weight gain or facilitating weight loss |
[ Symptoms ] what are the best ways to exfoliate to prevent breakouts how often is it recommended [ Disease ] hi your mother in law needs hospitalisation she is not in a condition wherein she can improve just by taking oral medicines a detailed consultation with a psychiatrist needs to be done and appropriate treatment needs to be taken under professional medical supervision thanks |
[ Symptoms ] i need a real doctor is advice will she be pregnant i got carried away and ejaculated everything in her we were standing up and she says that the penis was not really deep in her compared to last time we had sex here is an additional information her period started last january 5 and ended at 7 her period is normally around the first or second week of the month and lasts for 3 days ovulation is at the half of the cycle which would be on the 21 or 22 we are gonna take ecp before the 24th hour though please for us too god bless [ Disease ] hi found you this info do hope it helps all the way down to sorry your see why the normal volume varies from 1 5 to 5 0 milliliters per ejaculation 9or the loving spoonful or 10cc should ring a bell the sperm count varies from 20 to 150 million sperm per milliliter that means each time you ejaculate you put out tens of millions of sperm in one teaspoonful see the loving spoonful it only takes one sperm to fertilize one egg for a pregnancy at least 60 of the sperm should show normal forward movement motility you had 30 some factors which can reduce the percentage include alcohol tobacco drugs and time by time i mean the longer the sample of semen sits before it is analyzed the more the percentage will go down so my first question to you and the lab is did the lab do the motility analysis in the short time without waiting too long a repeat analysis of another very fresh sample may give you a much higher percent even so you have more than enough motility now for successful pregnancy when you marry normal value ranges may vary slightly among different laboratories talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results several factors reduce sperm motility exposure to heat possibly through the presence of a varicocele while sperm mature in the epididymis can damage sperm hindering their motility long periods of sexual inactivity can also adversely prevent motility studies have shown that poor motility is seen in the first ejaculate after a prolonged period of sexual inactivity whereas sperm motility improves in the following ejaculate reproductive health care providers can perform several procedures to improve sperm motility several products on the market claim to increase sperm motility some claim to provide proteins or enzymes needed for sperm to become healthy while some products are currently being tested no products have approval from the u s food and drug administration fda as of yet sorry for the humour so your 30 so your half way there but getting pregnant is all down to timing yes so your wifes cycle day one first day of her period day 14 give or take a day is ovulation day yes the day her egg drops now you need to have sex around 4 to 5 days before it takes 3 days for your sperm to get in place so by doing that your sperm is there just waiting for her egg and your sperm will live to 5 to 10 days depending where you read if all goes well on day 21 she should get some spotting if so this means the fertilised egg has buried itself in her womb if she then miss is her next period she then gets tested if all goes to plan you should end up with a baby do hope this helps you good luck ps just try this first but do not forget having |
[ Symptoms ] genital herpes transmission through mutual masturbation hi what is the potential for gential herpes transmission from a male to a female via stimulation of the penis dry and flaccid then immediately rubbing the vagina with the same hand [ Disease ] hi i would love to say no but there is the slightest chance see some sperm can be in precum even though it happened before her period for some women it can still happen good luck |
[ Symptoms ] 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 notriggers 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 [ Disease ] 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 |
[ Symptoms ] why would a doctor prescribe atenolol to treat mild hypothyroidism just trying to gain a better understanding of this [ Disease ] i do not understand it either this is a beta blocker primarily used to lower blood pressure you would need to ask your doctor for hisher rationale |
[ Symptoms ] why does my penis itch ive never had sex ok so recently i masturbated and i think it was a little to rough as my penis did get a little red the problem is now my penis itchs i think becuse the skin is healing but idk ive never had a cold sore or had any sighs of harpies my penis looks fine except for one red line in the middle [ Disease ] most helpful answer the penis is covered with skin and skin can itch for a variety of reasons without an examination it would only be a blind guess to know the specific reason for your itching it could be soap laundry detergents or dryer softeners in your underwear causing an allergic reaction it could be fungal fungus loves warm dark moist areas simple itching not due to fungus can be treated with 1 hydrocortisone cream over the counter a fungal infection would require an anti fungal cream available over the counter since you cannot be diagnosed over the internet based solely on you very brief posting consider getting a proper examination if any of these suggestions are not helping |
[ Symptoms ] 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 have not been with him in 6 months i was just treated for trich yesterday and do not think he can get the meds is it really possible that i gave it to him also what is the chance that i was misdiagnosed with a wet prep [ Disease ] dark yellow phlegm could be a sign of an infection or at least stagnation of mucous in your nose sinuses or lungs the fact that it is foul tasting is another sign of a possible infection the color of mucous is not as important is the entire package of symptoms that you may be experiencing so if this continues you may need to see a medical evaluation in the meantime drink plenty of water this will thin your mucous humidify the air humidifier or a hot steamy shower and consider trying a decongestant during the day if the underlying cause is a cold viral then you should be improving in a few days if you are having sinus pain sore throat chest pain or fever then it would not be prudent to wait it out |
[ Symptoms ] i have weakness and tingling and a feeling of lazyness in my right side arm leg face along with the butterflies occurring in my right arm leg and face my lower right leg is extremely tired and sore all the time for example i will go on run and my lower right leg will be sore while the left is fine i have checked out my shoes i have rested it for days without running and nada it is almost as if it is really tired and just wants to stop working [ Disease ] this could be caused by several different things one being something going on with your back e g bulging or herniated disc |
[ Symptoms ] my friend found out she has mrsa from a nose swab we have had sex should i get tested [ Disease ] unless you have a skin infection that is consistent with mrsa there is really nothing to test mrsa is carried by 2 out of every 100 people regular staph is carried by 1 out of every 3 people just because it was in her nose does not mean she is infected just a carrier you should not be worried |
[ Symptoms ] what is a healthy amount of sugar to consume every day while pregnant [ Disease ] not sure if it is related but my daughter has a yeast intolerance and a lactose intolerance and she vomits immediately from some foods while from others it is bedtime or after a few days of building up yeast in her system now that i have her intolerances figured out we have changed her diet dramatically |
[ Symptoms ] allergic reaction to hair loss product 1 year ago had minor hair lossthinning at the crown region only used alpecin liquid few months then noticed hair loss got much worse in crown and now in the center region i never had any thinning or hair loss at center path before did i have an allergic reaction to the alpecin surgeon said i am not candidate for hair transplant incisions may damage existing follicles what are my options on finasteride for 2 months will i ever be a candidate for hair transplant [ Disease ] hi be the man and live with it i had the same problems at the age of 23ish just had my hair cut short like crew cut and its been that way ever since now have a no 1 which i cut myself age now 67 or nearly its never worried me never feel the cold with it so just chuck all this stuff away time to be the man any help good luck ps its male patent baldness if you that ashamed of it get a rug |
[ Symptoms ] does the flu make you sweat i believe i had the flu but wonder because now that the chills are i have been sweating for days [ Disease ] tissues in this area may itch for a variety of reasons the most common being yeast even if you do not see it and contact reactions soap laundry detergents dryer sheets etc as an experiment try a 5050 combination of 1 hydrocortisone cream with any anti yeast medication both are available over the counter rinse carefully after a shower and avoid harsh soaps rinse underwear twice to make sure there are no soap residuals and do not use perfumed dryer sheets if you have recently changed soaps or detergents this may be a culprit if this fails you may need to see your women is health professional for an examination and more detailed medical history |
[ Symptoms ] does anybody know if the priapus shot can actually help repair damage from peyronie is diease as well as other claims [ Disease ] i think what you are experiencing is indeed normal at least if it is absent other signs or symptoms such as a fever you do not say if you are experiencing pain at the incision sites or in the area where your appendix used to be either way it is possible some of this pain is due to the development of scar tissue scar tissue will form wherever healthy tissue was cut scar tissue is kind of fibrous and can contract which could give you that pain you are experiencing when you try to stretch the good news is the pain probably will go away eventually if it is caused by scar tissue this may relax or break down so it is not so tight if the pain is caused by general post surgical tissue inflammation that also should calm down as the tissue fully repairs itself if you experience a fever or any systemic symptoms you should seek medical attention but if you are just experiencing minor pain you might give it awhile and see if this improves if not by all means revisit your doctor wishing you well |
[ Symptoms ] is chicken box related to herpes [ Disease ] in my opinion you must be suffering gastric related disorder and cefdinir is not to be blamed for this it could be ibs or celiac disease note than gluten is sometimes found in most oatmeal types so it could be gluten sensitivity which is not related to the antibiotic which will never stay in your body all of this period |
[ Symptoms ] i have 2 children i am in my first trimester of baby#3 i am irratible all the time i snap on people and not mean to why i had my first child in 08 i had my second child in 09 i was great when i as pregnant with them and after i had them and i am pregnant again in my first trimester well for the last 3 days i have been feeling irritable i snap on people and do not mean to and i do not know why i been emotional and in a really bad mood with everybody and i am bipolar i want to know why this is happening i can not spend the time i want to with my other kids because i am afraid that i am gonna snap on them why [ Disease ] usually due to hormonal changes |
[ Symptoms ] can you get sick to your stomach when you are stressed or having a panic attack [ Disease ] absolutely people do get sick to their stomach when they are stressed and have a panic attack it is a pretty common occurrence so do not feel you are alone or that you are in some way weak what do you do to handle your stress on a daily or weekly basis i would recommend that there are several self help things that you can begin to do for yourself the first of these in addition to exercise would be to ensure that you were eating a balanced diet get sufficient sleep get out with friends and socialize on some semi regular basis get involved in activities you enjoy that are not stressful and used relaxation breathing on a daily basis one thing you should also consider is having a medical checkup just to ensure there are no physical problems |
[ Symptoms ] how does severe uncontrolled asthma adversely affect a fetus [ Disease ] the developing fetus depends on the mother to supply oxygen for growth and survival oxygen dissolved in her blood is transferred through the placenta to the fetus uncontrolled asthma causes a decrease in the mother is oxygen which in turn reduces the oxygen available to the developing fetus this may result in impaired fetal growth it could even affect survival of the fetus uncontrolledsevere asthma can have several serious consequences on both mom and the baby high blood pressure preterm labor premature births seizures in the infant and lung trauma and death of the mother etc most of these are complications from either not using medications or underutilizing them while a woman is pregnant it is important to know your personal asthma triggers and learn ways to avoid them knowing the early signs of an attack and starting treatment right away are also critical have an asthma plan in place and know when to go to the er many people wait until it is too late and the symptoms are severe this makes asthma deadly |
[ Symptoms ] i am 19 and have chest pain tightness and a high heart rate [ Disease ] she should see her medical provider or at least have a phone consultation there are effective medications to help control vomiting but they require a prescription i do not know that age of your daughter in the meantime make sure that she takes frequent sips of water or other electrolyte solutions so that she will not become dehydrated |
[ Symptoms ] can you get hives from being pregnant and stressed out is this really the cause for the hives obgyn says it is my daughter is pregnant stressed out and doctor gave her 300mg wellbutrin to take daily been on it 3 weeks now she has hives and doctor told her stress and pregnancy cause hives it is not the wellbutrin he says [ Disease ] read about this condition <link> stress may not be the main underlying culprit |
[ Symptoms ] what causes a large uterus [ Disease ] hi if the doctor says its not infection then it may be neuritis a inflammation of the nerves inside the ear consult a ent specialist and get a otoscopy done to see whats wrong thanks |
[ Symptoms ] what is the common cold [ Disease ] a pet scan is not considered dangerous but discuss any concerns with your doctor urologist or the radiologist doing the test |
[ Symptoms ] what is involved with rehabilitation after treatment for brain tumors [ Disease ] rehabilitation can be a very important part of the treatment plan the goals of rehabilitation depend on the person is needs and how the tumor has affected daily activities the health care team makes every effort to help the patient return to normal activities as soon as possible several types of therapists can help physical therapists brain tumors and their treatment may cause paralysis they may also cause weakness and problems with balance physical therapists help patients regain strength and balance speech therapists speech therapists help patients who have trouble speaking expressing thoughts or swallowing occupational therapists occupational therapists help patients learn to manage activities of daily living such as eating using the toilet bathing and dressing children with brain tumors may have special needs sometimes children have tutors in the hospital or at home children who have problems learning or remembering what they learn may need tutors or special classes when they return to school |
[ Symptoms ] should i get a psa if i have bph i am white and 48 years old my dad is 74 and has never been diagnosed with prostate cancer only bph [ Disease ] hi according to the uk is nhs psa is are not that good but as you already have and enlarged prostate it would not help but do read up about tuna transurethral needle ablation if they talk about turp run i know somebody on franktalk he had it done and raves about it so that gives you something to think a bout www franktalk org is a site for guys with ed problems and as it states the talk is frank your see me on there as nowhard hope this helps you good luck |
[ Symptoms ] does diet sodas make arthritis worse [ Disease ] there are no differences in the smell of anyone of a different race skin color does not have an odor that is not to say that humans do not have their own smells a person who eats different or aromatic foods or spices can smell different to someone who is not familiar with the smell a person who smokes smells quite different to a non smoker a person who is not diligent in their personal hygiene practices can have all sorts of body odors i have set with plenty of them on a crowded plane there may be a smell of poverty when someone wants to be clean but does not have the same access to a shower or laundry facilities like you do some people do not wear deodorant or use cologne some use too much and make my eyes water smells are in the nose of the beholder to say that a black person smells different than any other race can be considered a racist statement one that has absolutely no speck of truth racial differences usually result from genetic adaptations to climate dark skin is protected from sunburn but absorbs more heat produces more sweat blacks sweat more than whites as sweat evaporates it cools good but sweat carries with it many organic and inorganic compounds pretty much same as in urine which beneficial bacteria on the skin consume and poop on the skin blacks wind up with more pee and bacteria poop it is that which does not smell good on the skin a lot of it is not stink per se all races have a unique smell generally we each like our own think different is unpleasant not really |
[ Symptoms ] there is a tiny hole above my child is 9 months old butt hole in her crack can you tell me what that is [ Disease ] it is probably a pilonidal sinus tract you can look this up on the internet |
[ Symptoms ] i use a mouthwash that contains alcohol i have read that this can be harmful to my oral health is this true [ Disease ] for most people mouthwashes containing alcohol are safe to use daily however alcohol can be a problem for people in recovery from alcoholism or who have a tendency to abuse alcohol there are many alcohol free mouth rinses available |
[ Symptoms ] nasal drainage nose passage clogged i have something really weird going on so the back of my throat both sides there is these round nods i believe are swollen been like that for months now with a white sticky looking stuff in the back also my nose one of its airways are clogged from a weird bone which means i can basically only breath from my mouth i am really scared as to what is happening here i do not have a health insurance i am currently a student on a low budget can you please tell me if its something dangerous thank you [ Disease ] do i have the ability to diagnose you over the internet no i do not i do not have any way of determining the cause or the significance of your symptoms based solely on your brief posting i do not know your medical history nor do i have the ability to reach out and examine you all essential components to getting an accurate diagnosis while i am very sympathetic to your financial situation and lack of insurance there is very little that can be achieved without a hand on medical examination look for free clinics student health centers or urgent care facilities give you body and your health the same consideration as you would if your car suddenly broke down and needed a costly repair |
[ Symptoms ] i performed oral on a man who said as far as he knows he is clean and practices safe sex however i am nervous about hiv i know that oral and hiv is considered a low risk activity but should i be as worried as i am i also heard that there are enzymes in the saliva that kill hiv is this true there were no cuts in my mouth at the time that i was aware of and no sores either [ Disease ] any form of unprotected sex has it is risk if the person could have a sexually transmitted disease while it is true that your risk may be minimal you really do not know the health of this person saliva does not kill hiv sorry you need to make better decisions next time so you will not have to suffer the angst of the unknown |
[ Symptoms ] i never know when to take an antihistamine or decongestant so i end up buying a product with both is that a good idea [ Disease ] it depends on your symptoms antihistamines generally relieve allergy type symptoms like itchy and watery eyes runny nose sneezing and itchy throat decongestants are helpful to relieve sinus congestion and pressure as well as nasal congestion rule of thumb you want to take the smallest number of medications to treat most of your symptoms and to minimize the number of potential side effects so if you have runny nose and watery eyes and no congestion an antihistamine only product is a good choice if you ever have questions about which over the counter medication to choose ask your pharmacist |
[ Symptoms ] can weight loss cause high blood pressure i have lost 20 lbs through weight watchers i lost 10lbs then joined weight watchers for a total loss of 30 lbs i have high blood pressure for a number of years controlled by medication diovan 80 mg once a day just recently i have noticed my blood pressure going up ex 177112 normally 13080 my dr increased the diovan to two tabs a day one am and one pm this rx is helping somewhat i am just wondering if significant weight loss can add to the high blood pressure thank you sandra deustachio [ Disease ] if it did it would not be on the market nor be as popular as it is as a prescription extensive studies prior to fda approval has proven that viagra does not cause cancer |
[ Symptoms ] what is wrong with me hello i was wondering if anyone could help me i have had 2 xrays 3 cts 2 mris a colonoscopy internal and external ultrasound 3 pain shots with epidurals i have been seen by my regular doctor a gynecologist neurologist a general surgeon and the colonoscopy doctor no one can seem to help me figure out what is going on with me it all started on july 5 2013 [ Disease ] treatment for balanitis depends on the underlying cause if there is an infection treatment will include an appropriate antibiotic or antifungal medication in cases of severe or persistent inflammation a circumcision may be recommended taking appropriate hygiene measures can help prevent future bouts of balanitis such as retracting the foreskin daily and adequately cleaning and drying the head of the penis in addition it is important to avoid strong soaps or chemicals especially those known to cause a skin reaction |
[ Symptoms ] can you take lexapro welbutrin with acai berry [ Disease ] hi you still have one ovary intact and thats enough for you to concieve even if this kidney also has a pcos you still can get it treated and get pregnant having irregular periods is expected after removal of one ovary you can get a recent abdominal scan done right now to assess the functioning of the ovary destress yourself by yoga nd meditation |
[ Symptoms ] what treatments are available for chronic hepatitis c [ Disease ] treatment of chronic hepatitis c varies depending on the individual a person with chronic hepatitis c may not need or benefit from treatment some people may not be able to tolerate treatment because of side effects currently the fda has approved the following treatments for hepatitis c pegylated interferon alfa 2a pegylated interferon alfa 2b ribavirin standard interferon alfa interferon is a naturally occurring protein that fights infection injecting more interferon helps the body fight the hepatitis c virus pegylated interferon is usually preferred as it only requires a single shot every week and has been found to be more effective this is usually combined with ribavirin a medication that combats certain viruses and is taken orally in capsule form along with interferon a third class of drugs known as protease inhibitors is awaiting approval by the fda if approved these may be added to the existing combination in future treatments this combination therapy usually lasts between 24 and 48 weeks many people do not experience side effects when taking the treatment but it is possible you may feel fatigue and flu like symptoms your doctor may stop the treatment if you experience too many side effects other common side effects of interferons include fatigue muscle pain headache nausea vomiting weight loss and depression and changes to your blood cell counts side effects of ribavirin include anemia skin rash fatigue and nosesinus congestion prior to starting the treatment you may wish to organize medical leave or reduce working hours in case it makes you feel ill |
[ Symptoms ] my doctor wants to do an injection should a cortisone injection be done without ultra sound guidance [ Disease ] if you are attending a college that has student health it is easy just make an appointment for a physical if you are paying for this comprehensive exam it could be pricey the cost of medical care widely varies so if you still covered under your parents health insurance it is likely they will pay for preventative services again just make an appointment for a physical exam with a good primary care clinician |
[ Symptoms ] what is symmetrel for parkinson is disease [ Disease ] there is really no good treatment for this genetic skin disorder some people have use desquamation solutions chemicals that peel the skin and topical steroids but in the end this skin condition not a disease will typically return i do not believe that using laser hair removal on keratosis will have any lasting benefits either and i do not believe that this is an approved or acceptable use of this device |
[ Symptoms ] fetal echo cardiography done doctors suggested to abort but we want to continue [ Disease ] without knowing the exact medication his father gave him it is really hard to say whether or not the combination is safe for your husband to take keep in mind while over the counter medications are readily available safety is still important there are still drug drug interactions that can occur toxicities with taking too much and it is important to take medications whether prescription or over the counter for the right reasons most over the counter sleep aids contain diphenhydramine as the active ingredient if he was given 3 pills he could have taken too much another thing to keep in mind is that many sleep aids contain a pain reliever such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen if he is taking percocet which contains oxycodone and acetaminophen he could be taking too much acetaminophen which can be very toxic mixing over the counter medications with prescription medications is not as simple as one would think it is really important to check with a medical professional to make sure there is no duplication or drug drug interactions |
[ Symptoms ] my eldest daughter is suffering excruciating pain need second opinion [ Disease ] drinking diet soda in moderation should not be a problem although one study showed diet soda was associated with preterm delivery more studies are needed to confirm a relationship also remember soda has caffeine the march of dimes recommends 200mg or less daily for pregnancy women and a diet coke has 45 mg be sure not to skimp on water and other nutritious beverages such as milk |
[ Symptoms ] random nose bleed with large clot ok overdose 3 weeks ago was on drip for 3 days took sando k for 3 days after hospital just had random nosebleed today with large blood clot which i choked on could this be anything to do with my liver [ Disease ] main question is why is your nose bleeding what did you od on if you are snorting cocaine or smarties or xanax etc membranes get thinned and will bleed with little encouragement blood clots that what it does when it is not moving run a humidifier because this time of year the air is so dry some peoples noses just bleed and need cauterized maybe you are the lucky one that has to have that if you are snorting quit it liver i dunno your liver has to metabolize everything that goes into your body you only have one take care of it |