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[ Symptoms ] can hives be a early symptom for pregnancy my last period was february 3rd 2016 i ovulated sometime around last week if pregnant i am about 2 weeks pregnant and my last pregnancy i experienced somewhat the same thing just wanted to know if hives could be early pregnancy symptom [ Disease ] everybody is different but hives are not usually a symptom of pregnancy they are usually more a sign of something irritating your body or skin and they can sometimes be caused by stress

[ Symptoms ] regular 28 day cycle im 4 days late test negative weve been trying for years to have another baby whats wrong with me i did drink alot of fluids before the test trying to make myself use the bathroom ive seen 3 different dr s they all say they dont know whats wrong why i cant concieve my husbands had a sperm count done hes got good fertility but we been tracking ovulation we have a very active sex life besides trying to have another baby our son is now 4 and weve been trying for 3 years please help [ Disease ] hi it would be best if you go along to a uro and get it looked at but do tell how you come by it it would be best to tell how it really happened take along the clamp as well good luck

[ Symptoms ] knee pain more details to my last question the knee pain i had last april lasted about a week did not seek medical attention for that one how can i tell if my knee is swollen or has any torn ligamnets should i go have my knee checked out will just wearing a knee brace get rid of the knee pain another question is it bad to have a shoulder that poping sounds while exercising it like doing lateral raises it is my left shoulder and cracks numerous times a day is that bad [ Disease ] if you are asking if you should have it checked out then yes you should better safe than sorry *i am not a doctor but i have common sense and like to study medicine*

[ Symptoms ] can herpes go back dormant after an outbreak can herpes go back dormant after an outbreak [ Disease ] it depends where sperm are estimated to live about one and a half days in the female vagina after sex but can potentially live in the vagina more than four days frozen sperm can be thawed after years and still fertilize an egg sperm ejaculated outside the vagina survive anywhere from minutes to a few hours

[ Symptoms ] took apple cider vinegar to relieve cold and flu now nose is bleeding [ Disease ] you can not spot reduce fat you need to lose it all over with diet and heavy lifting

[ Symptoms ] how can i get treatment for scabies with no insurance or money i know the house that i live in is infected with scabies i have no insurance and no money to even make arrangements with a doctor is office i do not know what to do how am i going to get rid of this if i do not even have a little money to go and see a doctor please help i do not want to infect anyone else [ Disease ] you can seek care at a community based health clinic they offer medical services on a sliding scale you can find a clinic by searching the u s health resources and services administration website www findahealthcenter hrsa govsearch_hcc aspx you should also look into your insurance options through healthcare gov if you have a very low income you may now qualify for medicaid because of the affordable care act which would give you regular access to medical care at virtually no cost

[ Symptoms ] will small business employers be required to provide health insurance or can they force employees to go buy their own [ Disease ] starting by 2014 businesses that employ 100 or fewer workers will be able to buy insurance through an insurance marketplace or exchange according to the congressional budget office the insurance small businesses buy through an exchange would have lower administrative costs on average than the policies those firms would buy under current law particularly for very small firms also keep in mind that if you run a small business that employs fewer than 25 workers earning less than 50 000 a year and you pay for at least half of your employees health insurance costs you may qualify for a tax credit of up to 35 starting in 2014 those credits increase to 50

[ Symptoms ] i do not nor have ever had gonorrhea or chlamydia or many sex partners doctors think i have pid how can this be [ Disease ] and what about your random blood sugar fasting blood sugar…

[ Symptoms ] much higher blood pressure when resting…is it unusual [ Disease ] hi your hypopigmentation will return to its normal colour within few month on its own however if you do not want to wait then i recommend topical corticosteroids good luck

[ Symptoms ] how successful are today is vasectomy reversals [ Disease ] this webmd site should help you <link>

[ Symptoms ] what do i do about flashes of pain in my hips and legs most noticeable at night severe enough to keep me awake for the last several nights i have been kept awake by flashes of pain in my hip and legs they range from mild to severed and last only a few seconds i feel them during the day but am most aware of them at night my job at home depot requires me to be on my feet and walking briskley for six hours a day another symptom is that my eyes are burning rather severely have been using systane [ Disease ] you may want to consider having the hair removed with a laser by a trained professional between treatments consider using hydroquinone kojic acid alpha hydroxy acids or bearberry to help lighten the dark spots

[ Symptoms ] can i get hearing aids if i am on medicare [ Disease ] i have also experienced this i do not drink much water do you if not i suggest when you feel that way drink a few glasses of water and see how you feel a few hours later it helps me when dehydrated you will feel hot flashes headaches feels like you might pass out but do not almost like your brain clicks off for a second its a weird feeling kinda hard to explain you will sweat at night too drink more water plan and simple

[ Symptoms ] how much acetaminophen do you give a 9 pound infant [ Disease ] i would not recommend it since this has not been tested and i do not know what kind of anesthesia you will be having i suspect your oral surgeon would not be in favor of you using cannabis before this procedure order 100 legit n safe medical marijuana pain relievers cbd oils dabs and more for more info text 505 807 7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail com medical marijuana is good for your health top medical strains for all patients suffering from depression glaucoma anxiety and tension headaches chronic pain and nausea mental and physical fatigue and for calming aromatherapy then you are in the right place to look in our meds all top grade aa+ with high level of cbd and thc contact for your supply and good health pain killers medical marijuana act lean *** no prescribtion is needed bud seeds harsh oils dabs & other m m treatments we also sefely and securely deliver all sorts of generic medication and syrup nationwide at very good prices no prescribtions needed legit verified and reputed plug available in the u s canada australia and the uk for more info text 505 807 7504 lisanblakeretailshop@gmail com thank you hhjhj

[ Symptoms ] i had surgery when i was 5 and they told me my testicle will descend over time 16 now and it still has not why i had an undescended testicle and i had surgery for it when i was 5 i was told it was all fine and everything will come to its place over time i am 16 now i did a bit of research and this does not make any sense should not it have been descent in the scrotum right after the surgery thank you for your time [ Disease ] as it is already 4 weeks that your wife is late in her periods then by now her pregnancy test would have been positive many a times delayed periods can be due to hormonal imbalances and not pregnancy so my suggestion is to consult a gynaecologist and get evaluated and a blood test can be first conducted to rule out pregnancy as it is highly sensitive test also by now fetal pole can be seen in sonography therefore a transvaginal sonography can also be done for further confirmation hope this information helps regards

[ Symptoms ] i do a lot of cardio exercises but now lungs hurt i have bad cough that tastes blood [ Disease ] they are contagious for up too 2 4 weeks or until scabs form over the top of the rash area

[ Symptoms ] i have ejaculated on my girlfriends stomach is there a chance of pregnancy a week back me n my girlfriend were mutual masturbatingno intercourse happened i came on my girlfriends stomach and went under the shower to clean up after 20 mins is there a chance that any sperm could enter her vagina can it swim down to the vagina or is there a chance of entering while shower its normal water she is pretty freaked out because she is late on her periods by 3days can you help [ Disease ] learn to recognize that a flare is coming talk with your doctor try to set realistic goals and priorities limit the time you spend in the sun maintain a healthy diet develop coping skills to help limit stress get enough rest and quiet moderately exercise when possible develop a support system by surrounding yourself with people you trust and feel comfortable with family friends etc

[ Symptoms ] i have me myalgic encephalomyelitis and finding it impossible to lose weight [ Disease ] the most serious cause of black stools is bleeding from somewhere in the gi tract bleeding in the stomach esophagus or intestines can turn into a black color by the time it leaves the body as stool this can be caused by bleeding ulcers stomach inflammation broken blood vessels in the esophagus called varices or tumors this type of bleeding can be life threatening the bleeding can also come from a nosebleed or from the mouth if blood is swallowed black stools can also be caused by supplements such as iron or medicines such as pepto bismol certain foods like blueberries or black licorice can also turn the stool black your doctor can tell if there is any blood in the stool by taking a stool sample from the rectum and performing a simple test in the office if you are having any black or tarry stools call your doctor right away

[ Symptoms ] woke up with sharpstabbing stomach pains for most of the day it just disappeared all of a sudden now what it hurt to move lie down or to sit took a pregnancy test and it was negative should i even get checked out [ Disease ] we have a saying in medicine gone is good now that your pain has completely resolved it is debatable whether a hands on medical visit would reveal the true cause it is really up to you whether to seek care or not

[ Symptoms ] i am unemployed on state unemployment insurance benefits and a 54 year old male in new jersey will i need to pay for insurance or will the state cover it because i am on unemployment insurance [ Disease ] you will likely be required to have health insurance although there are hardship exemptions available to people who do not have access to an affordable option and your income will determine the kind of financial help you receive to pay for it if you are currently unemployed it is likely you will qualify for medicaid which will be made available to you at virtually no cost if your income is too high for medicaid about 15 856 annually you are likely to qualify for tax credits to lower your premiums and possibly subsidies to lower your out of pocket costs when you go for medical visits

[ Symptoms ] are there foods i can add to my diet to help my skin [ Disease ] look for foods that are high in omega 3 fatty acids such as almonds and salmon olive oil is also excellent for the skin there are studies that show that mediterranean diets and diets high in citrus fruits help keep the skin looking younger and also help against skin cancer i would also recommend avoiding foods that are highly processed and high in refined sugar these are pro inflammatory for the skin and accelerate the aging process avoid excess alcohol which is dehydrating to the skin

[ Symptoms ] can smoking cigarettes and having gerd cause someone to have seizures i was exposed to a chemical in my car i i smoke cigarettes and i have gerd but after they exposure i started having rashes swelling vocal chords going out silent seizures and then grandma seizures and now i can not go anywhere without being affected by smells [ Disease ] see a neurologist for your problem we do not think smoking cigarettes with gerd can cause seizures

[ Symptoms ] i have had a pain in my lower left quadrant of my stomach [ Disease ] i would like to know the details of your hystectomy what exactly was removed is there any bleeding is the pain aggravated by eating a stool and urine analysis are necessary

[ Symptoms ] i have a scar that i am insecure about when i was an infant i came across a lighter and placed it near my face which burnt my forehead thou surgery wasnt performed i still have a scar that is about 2 3 inches long i would really like to find a solution to how i could get rid of it without plastic surgery [ Disease ] unfortunately there are no effective ways to remove the scar without a surgical procedure if you have a permanent scar since infancy all of the creams and over the counter scar removal concoctions are not going to help you will not lose the scar just money see a plastic surgeon or a dermatologist for a consultation you will find that many of these cosmetic procedures are less expensive then getting a dent fixed in your car a plastic surgeon can literally cut out some scars in the office under a local anesthesia a dermatologist can do the same or use a technique called dermabrasion where the scar is more or less sanded off after a local anesthesia of course and the body is given a second chance to heal without a scar this time each scar is different so the recommended procedure may be one of these or an entirely different approach it does cost very much for a consultation so consider doing it

[ Symptoms ] wrinkled penis head that looks like raisin when flaccid goes away with erection [ Disease ] the penis has never been known for its beauty and appearance so do not worry about the wrinkles since only you are probably the only one seeing it a sexual partner is more likely to see or experience the non wrinkled version there are not wrinkle removers or penis lifts so it is what it is

[ Symptoms ] recent erectile dysfunction should i avoid changing medication and go for a pump [ Disease ] that is a good question you would think a stye would have cleared up by now first off i would suggest seeing one doctor repeatedly instead of going from doctor to doctor seeing the same doctor for a given condition offers continuity of care perhaps you have been going to urgent care facilities where you do not get a choice of which doctor you see if possible get set up with a primary care provider and get started on solving the stye problem it is impossible to tell what is going on without performing a physical exam so the only advice i can give you is to go back to the doctor preferably the last one you saw for the condition it is possible you have developed a second eye condition that has nothing to do with the stye sometimes coincidences happen wishing you well

[ Symptoms ] why do my right arm and hand keep going numb everyday i wake up several times during the night with my entire right arm and hand numb it will continue to be tingly throughout the day even with very minimal use i will find my fingers going cold and almost useless even holding a hot cup of coffee it does not seem to matter what position i sleep in or if my arm is raised above or below my heart what is causing this and is there anything i should be concerned about [ Disease ] thanks kat that is what my neurologist said too they did a cervical mri and i am just waiting for the results is there anything that you do that seems to help

[ Symptoms ] what are some alternative therapies used to treat hot flashes [ Disease ] about 20 of menopausal women get no hot flashes about 20 are totally wiped out by them and the rest of us are in the middle we have no idea why this happens – hormone levels are the same in the severe sufferers and the folks who get none certain conditions make them worse smokers go through menopause about 1 2 years earlier than non smokers and suffer worse hot flashes than non smokers when they do obese women have more severe hot flashes than slender women hot flashes for many women are worse in the perimenopausal years and hot flashes do tend to get better over time however even after 10 years since the last period about 15 of women still have significant hot flashes what can we do on our own to make things better a regular exercise regime avoiding known triggers including red wine hot coffee and spicy foods – these bother many women sleeping in as cool a room as you can usually helps at night and keep another nightgown next to the bed if you wake up soaking layered dressing is good for the daytime there is some data to suggest that soy foods tend to be helpful there is some controversy about soy products in women with breast cancer you may need to clear that with your oncologist there is very little data on other food products being helpful there is some data on the herbal supplement black cohosh cohosh is not a plant estrogen that is the concern about soy soy is rich in isoflavones which many folks refer to as weak plant estrogens there is very little data on other herbal products

[ Symptoms ] i have a friend that describes herself as a vegetarian and she still eats pork skins are pork skins considered meat when she was a teenager her doctors told her that she is allergic to pork what is the chance that she may become sick [ Disease ] she is not a vegetarian if she eats pork pig skin these things are quite fatty so if she does get ill it may not be the result of an allergy but rather from an excess of animal fat in her so called vegetarian diet pork skins are considered meat so she is not totally a vegetarian pork is high in fat and sodium so it may cause some health disadvantages advice her to eat just the right amount it is a good thing that she is a vegetarian eating healthy is one way of taking care of one is skin and health <link>

[ Symptoms ] can you get pregnant on the pill if you been taking it for 6 months i been taking the pill for almost 6 months now and the past few day i have not been feeling sick to my tummy and my last months period was lighter than normal almost non existing is there a chance of being pregnant [ Disease ] cord blood is the blood that is left in the umbilical cord and placenta after birth it can be rich in stem cells — cells that have the potential to develop into many different body tissues in an emerging field of research and therapeutics cord blood has been used successfully to treat a number of diseases including cancer diabetes metabolic disorders and rare genetic syndromes non profit and government agencies are organizing public banks similar to blood banks for families to donate the cord blood at no cost so that everyone in need can find cord blood that matches competing with these public banks are private companies trying to convince parents to pay thousands of dollars to bank the cord blood only for themselves their web sites often contain misinformation half truths and marketing pressure that is designed not to help your family is health but to get the money out of your family is wallet what you will not hear from the private banks it is very unlikely that your privately banked cord blood will ever be used by anyone even if your baby ends up needing a cord blood transplant he will may well need someone else is cord blood — not his own even if by some remarkable chance your baby needs his own cord blood many of the collected samples are not suitable for use no tests will be done to determine if the cord blood collected is usable until the blood is retrieved you may have paid thousands up front plus a substantial year fee to store well nothing at all

[ Symptoms ] you asked my son is 6 year old he do not like to eat those food which taste sweet is there any disorder in his taste bud [ Disease ] i think it depends on his eating overall if he eats a variety of food but just does not like food really sweet that may simply reflect his personal preferences but if he eats very few foods it could indicate a sensory issue or that he is super taster not serious just more sensitive to the tastes in food if you feel his nutrition and growth is affected see his pediatrician for a referral to a feeding therapist who can help you figure out what is going on good luck

[ Symptoms ] how long should one continue medications after angioplasty what are the side effects of prolonged use of certain drugs my father aged 53 yrs undergone angioplasty september last and he is still continuing some medicines daily he is currently taking glycomet gp 1 metformin hydrochloride ip 500 mg 1 tab daily on empty stomach he is a diabetic blood sugar under control telmisartan ip 20 mg 1 tab daily blood pressure under control clopidogrel tablets ip 75mg 1 tabs 2 times daily after meals atrovastatin tablets ip 20 mg 1 tabs 2 times daily after meals sorbitrate 10 mg 1 tabs 3 times daily after meals [ Disease ] com it looks like an allergic reaction to an insect bite… apply antihistaminic point and cold water washing thoroughly it should go on its own if any other changes happened please tell me

[ Symptoms ] my ligaments are cracking grinding painful – rice krispie sounds – what do i have [ Disease ] sounds like a connective tissue disorder certain autoimmune diseases can attack connective tissues disorders are sometimes triggered by environmental toxins or some kind of new element in your environment

[ Symptoms ] diagnosed with genital herpes a month back sores have healed but continued vaginal irritationitching for weeks after i thought it was caused by a yeast infection cuz i got a white discharge cottage cheese like in texture for two days along with the itching but now there is no discharge so i think the yeast infection might have cleared but now i feel a reccurrent outbreak of herpes coming on and again itching in the vaginal area but no discharge is it normal for the new skin after the primary outbreak to be itchy if so could any topical medicine help with that [ Disease ] hi just an idea it could be you have trichomoniasis vaginalis women with trichomoniasis may notice itching burning have you been tested for it was you treated at a gum clinic if not perhaps you should hope this helps you good luck

[ Symptoms ] chronic mucus head cold symptoms since 12016 [ Disease ] sorry to hear that it seems 2015 and 2016 are not your lucky years i do not see any drugs that cause those side effects but it could be a general decrease in your immunity and lung capacity that may be causing a chronic sinusitis or bronchitis secondary to a caught cold try simple nasal lavage with sakt water and black sea water and breathing exercises coughing and spirometer techniques omega3 and multivitamin and vitamin c are as you know fighters for your chronic case

[ Symptoms ] i had a tubal 10 years ago i am having early pregnancy symptoms could it be i am pregnant [ Disease ] that would not be very likely while there have been cases where a tubal ligation was not done correctly a tubal ligation is considered permanent sterility i do not know what symptoms you are having but it is more likely they are caused by something else orther than pregnancy see your medical provider my cousin had this situation she thought there was no way she could be pregnant after 12 years of the one tube she had left due to a tubal pregnancy if the other being burnt and tied she called her obgyn and the dr told her if she was pregnant it was most likely a tubal she packed a bag thinking she would be put in the hospital for surgery the dr did an ultrasound and she was almost two months pregnant her and the baby were very healthy but it was a big surprise she was 39 and thought she was through having kids now she is the mother of a 23 year old a 18 year old and a 6 year old good luck either way all babies are a blessing

[ Symptoms ] could strong ammonia spray cleaner cause sinus infection i was using a spray cleaner i made from a mixture of ammonia & water later my sinuses were dripping and when i put my head down or lay down i smell this strong odor i have been using simply saline and it helps for a while but comes back my sinuses are not congested or puffy and i do not have a fever [ Disease ] when i treat couples i usually send them questions to answer before they even enter our first session these questions help orient them to the relationship is strengths and weaknesses it helps them take responsibility for their part in their problems as well as identify what they would like their partner to change and it encourages them to think about what they want from their relationship these questions can be helpful to anyone struggling in their relationship – even if they are not in need of therapy the questions are what is going on in your relationship now that is a problem how has this affected you how have each of you contributed to the problem your contribution your partner is contribution what have you done to try to correct the problem li> and in what ways have any of your attempts been successful how will you know when therapy is done if you are not seeking therapy think of the question this way how will you know when your relationship is what you want it to be for example what will each of you do differently in what ways will the relationship be different

[ Symptoms ] why do schools send home kids with a fever [ Disease ] hi thanks for using the ehealth forum for your query you seem concerned by the post meningitic sequelae or after effects of meningitis and the possibility of recurrence most people who get meningitis survive often without any after effects but sometimes these diseases cause a range of disabilities and problems that can alter people is lives after effects may be temporary or permanent physical or emotional these include 1 memory loss difficulty retaining information lack of concentration 2 clumsiness co ordination problems 3 residual headaches 4 deafness hearing problems tinnitus dizziness loss of balance 5 learning difficulties ranging from temporary learning deficiencies to long term mental impairment 6 epilepsy seizures fits 7 weakness paralysis or spasms of part of body if permanent sometimes called cerebral palsy <positive_smiley> speech problems 9 loss of sightchanges in sight viral meningitis usually has a tendency for recurrence e g herpes simplex type ii meningitis hope this helps take care note this answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice the information presented is for patient education only please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case

[ Symptoms ] how long should i wait before bringing my 11 yr old with flu symptoms to our family dr it has been 8 days initial symptoms were nausea high fever severe headache loss of appetite and fatigue those lasted about 2 days now she is very tired little appetite sore bellynausea and has a sore throat and cough [ Disease ] hi i found this info at <link> read through it may just interest you herpes zoster also called shingles is a disease caused by the varicella zoster virus this is the virus that causes chickenpox sometimes many years after you have had chickenpox the varicella zoster virus becomes active again and causes shingles shingles is an infection that produces fluid filled blisters on the skin often near certain nerves it may spread to the eyes if the varicella zoster virus spreads to nerves in your head your face eyes and nose may be affected the virus can cause several problems including blisters on or inside your eyelids damage to your cornea the clear dome on the front of the eye uveitis inflammation to eye tissues behind the cornea glaucoma increased pressure inside the eye cataracts several medicines are helpful in treating herpes zoster eye infections acyclovir is an antiviral medicine that greatly limits the effects of the virus and helps reduce complications this medicine is most effective when started as soon as the first symptoms appear steroids can sometimes be used to reduce eye inflammation antibiotics prevent infection from other organisms that may get in your eyes while you have herpes zoster painkillers such as acetaminophen and lubricating eye drops may lessen your pain medicines for glaucoma help keep the pressure in your eye at normal levels blisters dry up and form scabs about 5 days after they appear you may develop permanent scars and longstanding pain numbness or skin discoloration if your cornea is affected it can become permanently scarred early treatment with acyclovir lessens the effects of the varicella zoster virus and can sometimes prevent serious complications shingles can be recurring problem his sounds very similar ti what you say so do hope this helps you good luck

[ Symptoms ] i have nipple discharge and blood discharge on the right side of my nipple [ Disease ] this problem requires a hands on medical evaluation and should not be ignored i do not know anything about you your medical history family history or even your sex or have any way of evaluating this problem so it would be in your best interest to make that medical appointment asap

[ Symptoms ] no interest for normal sex please help me i have strong foot fetish no feelings for normal sex why give me solutions [ Disease ] i am very sorry but determining a solution to your concerns would not be possible over the internet clearly you are concerned so my suggestion for you is to see a psychologistcounselor someone with a special interest in sex therapy to properly assess and help you

[ Symptoms ] hi i am a 20 year old male i recently fingered myself and i felt something unusual i went all the way in with my entire index finger around 3 inches deep i felt a hard kind of pointy bump i am not sure if this is my prostate or if it is fecal matter i have fingered myself before and every time i do it i feel this i am often constipated so maybe it is fecal matter i am worried because i also have symptoms of prostate cancer like impotence and a weak stream when urinating i was followed by a urologist who was not able to find a problem she made me take flomax to help me urinate better i have not take a flomax pill for more than a year note i do not have a family history of prostate cancer i am caucasian i have a normal weight i know i should probably go see my doctor and tell him about this but it is very embarrassing i need advice thanks [ Disease ] you can use indian lilac black seed turmeric and warm cloth foments they can work as antiseptic and analgesics at the same time thanks

[ Symptoms ] how can you remove a condom that could possibly be stuck inside your buttocks i am not 100 sure if it is still inside me as i had gone to the bathroom and was not able to see if it came out please help would i still feel it what would it feel like will it come out by itself how long would that take im scared [ Disease ] hi try avoid this surgery if you could cisternogram result is already known i guess so why is your doctor recommending it unless he is not sure where the block is you need to ask him what new information cisternogram can provide good luck

[ Symptoms ] my daughter a high school senior who will graduate in may 2014 will be 19 in november does she need to get health insurance coverage on her own my son and daughter are both on medicaid set to recertify in december according to dcbs do i need to go on the website to qualifyshop for insurance or wait until december and recertify through dcbs [ Disease ] if you have high blood pressure it is usually advised that you avoid cold medicines that contain a decongestant like pseudoephedrine or phenylephrine because they can raise the blood pressure and heart rate in some people your pharmacist can help you choose a cold medicine that will help your symptoms and mix well with your prescription medications

[ Symptoms ] what should i do if i suspect an overdose of betadine antibioticmoisturize [ Disease ] caution should be the watchword here any med taken with alcohol can be a problem because almost all meds have to go through the liver to be broken down and that is exactly where the alcohol goes too so there is a fight in the liver for passage and because of this the med builds up in your system since it can not be broken down the result is something like a massive dose of the med and this has consequences it is never a good idea to drink alcohol when you are taking any type of psychotropic med some of them can have extremely bad effects but not everyone is aware enough of this the best advice is to avoid alcohol

[ Symptoms ] i have suffered from random intermittent neuropathic pain is it early symtoms of multiple sclerosis ms [ Disease ] com does not seem to be ms peripheral neuropathy vitamins n b deficiency and carpal tunnel disoders are all possibilities cervical vertebrae disorder and anxiety also see a neurologist and do not worry

[ Symptoms ] embarrassing question but true i have never produced solid boogers is something wrong with me i get sniffles if i eat something spicy or have a cold like a normal person but my day to day life is boogerless even if i work in a dusty environment the dust just lines my nasal passages but never forms a solid i know this sounds crazy but it is always plagued my mind [ Disease ] a doctor usually can diagnose visible genital warts using your medical history and a physical examination but not all hpv infections cause visible warts if you do not have any visible genital warts or other symptoms it may be hard for your doctor to diagnose hpv infection your doctor may ask you the following questions do you think you were exposed to hpv or any sexually transmitted diseases stds how do you know did your partner tell you what are your symptoms if you have discharge from the vagina or penis it is important to note any smell or color what method of birth control do you use did you use condoms to protect against stds which sexual behaviors do you or your partner engage in including high risk behaviors such as sex with multiple partners have you had an std in the past how was it treated have you ever had an abnormal pap test for women for women after your doctor takes your medical history you will have a gynecological exam which usually includes a pap test a pap test screens for abnormal cells on the cervix results of the pap test may indicate an hpv infection even though you have no visible warts women over 30 can get a screening test for hpv at the same time as a pap test this hpv test looks for the dna genetic information of the virus women under 30 usually get the hpv test only if they have an abnormal pap test 4 if your doctor finds areas of abnormal tissue on the cervix which may be related to hpv infection he or she may recommend treatment for men after the medical history you will have a physical examination for genital warts there is no screening test for hpv infection in men but even though there are no formal guidelines some experts believe that men who receive anal sex should have a routine anal pap test especially if they also have hiv infection ask your doctor whether and how often you should be tested for men and women if visible warts are present a diagnosis can usually be made without more testing when your doctor finds abnormal tissue but cannot make a definite diagnosis you may have a biopsy for lab tissue studies testing for the type of hpv that is causing warts is not useful for diagnosis this test is not routinely done for diagnosis or treatment of genital warts 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 ] pregnancy symptoms missed period sickness but nipple stimulations not sure my girlfriend and i had protected sex 5 weeks ago it was a day after her last period we have had sex a few more times since then before 4 weeks ago it had been 6 months since she had sex now her period is late and she is feeling sick she has recently started nipple stimulations to have larger breasts i know that stimulations can induce labor so could that combined with a lot of recent stress the sudden sexual activity and a common cold or the flu account for the missed period [ Disease ] also can nipple stimulation create elevated hcg or somehow else throw off a pregnancy test for a positive result or negative result being sick any help would be nice

[ Symptoms ] i have experienced permanent blurred light vision over a year [ Disease ] in my opinion you need to do spatial contrast sensitivity slit lamp and standard snellen eye chart tests to determine the extent of the problem pressure on the eye may have caused an inflammation in the retina which healed in a wrong way also ecstasy can cause blurred vision but not for a year unless you are already using it for a long timegood luck

[ Symptoms ] what is the best motivations that will get you started on your diet i tried so many things but failed <negative_smiley> plz help me i am on this weight loss with a friend and we are finding it very hard to start we have looked up all the information needed for weight loss and we set up our goals and meals and exercising but all of this is not going to happened if we cant start the diet because we feel like we cant do it and we are just so addicted to food anyone have a solution to this problem please help thank you <positive_smiley> [ Disease ] well it is a good question motivation is the challenge of every person who wants to achieve a goal be it weight loss becoming an oil painter or anything else it sounds like you may have invested too much time and effort into research everything feels overwhelming to you right now does not it do not let that stop you at a certain point you have to take the plunge and do it stop thinking about it and just do it i read an interesting article in which a fitness coach said there is no such thing as motivation there are only choices you can choose to eat an apple or you can choose to eat a candy bar you can choose to take a walk for 10 minutes or you can choose to watch tv instead do you see the difference here i strongly suggest you and your friend check out webmd is diet community where you can share your fears struggles goals and successes with others who will cheer you on you are not the first person to fear getting started on the path to a healthy life and you will not be the last meanwhile choose goals you know you can easily accomplish for example today i will eat one apple instead of a candy bar today i will throw away all the junk food in my house today i will walk for 10 minutes this week i will walk for 10 minutes every day i mean come on anyone can do 10 minutes of exercise right of course you can lastly do not forget to reward yourself for meeting your goals no matter how small they may be do not use food as a reward even if you accomplish just one thing today download a new song to your smartphone take a bubble bath or do something else to celebrate the fact that today at least you won you do not need motivation you just need to take the plunge i say go for it wishing you well

[ Symptoms ] could i become to dependent on inhalers for exercise induced asthma i was recently diagnosed with exercise induced asthma and was prescribed an inhaler to be used 10 mins before carrying out any sport i do not want to have to rely on an inhaler all the time would my body not be able to exercise without using an inhaler after prolonged use [ Disease ] that is not something that usually happens however some doctors will say that frequent use of a rescue inhaler is not the best thing for you so if you exercise a lot you may be switched over to something you take every day to help keep your asthma symptoms under control that might be a pill or a different type of an inhaler

[ Symptoms ] does aptivus cure hiv or aids [ Disease ] aptivus does not cure hiv infection or aids the long term effects of aptivus are not known at this time people taking aptivus may still get infections or other conditions common in people with hiv opportunistic infections it is very important that you stay under the care of your doctor during treatment with aptivus

[ Symptoms ] recently had a tooth pulled i am extremely fatigued i do not feel very well i have a severe headache my heart rate is elevated [ Disease ] hm i am sorry to hear you are going through this i am going to assume you got a skin graft to cover the large burned area if this is the case remember you need to keep it well moisturized because it will not produce its own protective oils the way the rest of your skin does if you are not putting plenty of lotion or oil on the graft it could possibly respond in the way you are describing regardless of whether or not you got a graft the fact you are having new symptoms in this old burn scar is worth a trip to the doctor i would suggest you make an appointment with either the health care provider who handled your burn at the time or with your primary care provider to have this looked at meanwhile if you are not allergic to any medications you are probably ok to take some benadryl diphenhydramine to calm the itching especially at night diphenhydramine may make you very drowsy so use caution if taking it during the day i wish you all the best with this

[ Symptoms ] i am 19ywhitemale i have had no sort of check up in years what should i get a checkup on to make sure i am healthy i am 56 155lbs lightly active and i generally feel healthy except for my weight i just need some insight as to what i should do to make sure i am healthy inside and out i appreciate any response [ Disease ] i take my car in when it is not broken just for routine maintenence the same goes for humans a physical exam finds things we may not be aware we have once you get insurance having a physical exam and some lab work is a very good idea

[ Symptoms ] what foods do i have to eat to have enough strenght to do a lot of cardio [ Disease ] assuming you have been cleared by your primary health care provider to exercise you should be ok to simply eat a well balanced diet that includes fresh vegetables and fruits lean protein whole grains and healthy fats like olive oil be sure to stay well hydrated by drinking plenty of water too also remember that it takes time to build up to high intensity cardio training no beginning exerciser immediately has the stamina to run a marathon for some people 10 minutes of cardio is enough to begin with you will gradually work up to longer and more intense sessions i suggest you visit the webmd fitness & exercise community and support group where you can ask questions of others and get support on maintaining a healthy lifestyle take care

[ Symptoms ] what if my breasts havent grown enough during pregnancy will this affect milk formation also my breast does not seem to be firm its feels loose and saggy yet small [ Disease ] a diet rich in calcium and vitamin d can help counteract the bone damaging effects of corticosteroids diet can also be helpful in combatting other drug side effects for example a low sodium diet can help reduce fluid retention and lower blood pressure which can be elevated with corticosteroid use a diet high in folic acid such as found in leafy green vegetables fruits and fortified breads and cereals or a folic acid supplement is important if you are taking methotrexate rheumatrex for nausea caused by medications eat small frequent meals and foods that are easy to digest try dry cereals breads and crackers also avoid greasy spicy and acidic foods if corticosteroid or nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen motrin or naproxen naprosyn cause stomach upset and irritation taking them with meals can help

[ Symptoms ] what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for shingles [ Disease ] i would need a little bit more history how many times during a week do you have a bowel movement please go online and type bristol stool chart and let me know the consistency and type of the stools you are having in general from a month have you had diarrhea before the given month do you have to strain to defecate how are your menstrual cycles usually any family history of thyroid disorders or colon cancer do you feel very cold when everyone is comfortable have you lost any weight lately revert with more information to an internal medicine physician online > <link>

[ Symptoms ] will healthcare gov let me look at different coverage options or can i only buy one government plan [ Disease ] you will have many different coverage options to choose from depending on where you live about 95 of consumers will have a choice of 2 or more plans there is no government plan all the health plans are offered through private insurance companies the website www healthcare gov will let you look at all your coverage options in your area

[ Symptoms ] what are the risks of using freeze away wart removers on plantars warts in the genital area [ Disease ] no not really once you have genital herpes and have recurrent outbreaks you will always have herpes those blisters should not be intentionally broken or popped but if they spontaneously rupture this fluid will not likely worsen the outbreak or cause more outbreaks hopefully you are taking anti viral medications to limit the frequency and severity of your outbreaks

[ Symptoms ] i have medicare my wife and 22 year old twins that live at home and take care of my wife and i need health insurance is there a supplement i can get along with their insurance that will take up the slack in my medicare part b or should i try a supplement elsewhere [ Disease ] to find a medicare supplement plan go to medicare gov

[ Symptoms ] can tmjtmd be cured fully i am suffering from tmd and recently it has been diagnosed i have headache jaw pain there are gaps in my teeth i only wanted to is this they dentist can cure this fully or not [ Disease ] do not know

[ Symptoms ] is it true that once you develop a bald spot due to some kind of damage the hair can never grow back on its own [ Disease ] if you were excessively kissing this could have dried out your throat which could make it temporarily sore but i would have no idea how long this would last kissing shares germs like viruses and bacteria so this too can be another possible cause sharing germs is really unavoidable with mouth to mouth contact so i suspect you will just take the risk

[ Symptoms ] are pimple like bumps around an area of eczema common in a bad flare up my daughter developed a rash around an area she has eczema located in the bend of her arm inner elbow its reddened with pimple like bumps it seems to have spread a little bit up and down her arm from the bend she has no rash on the rest of her body at all or any other areas of eczema is this a common issue with a bad flare up it is very itchy for her [ Disease ] your asthma is not well controlled you should not be taking albuterol so frequently whether you are taking the albuterol via an inhaler or as a pill using it every two hours is not recommended and can cause side effects such as shakiness and an irregular heartbeat i suggest you contact your primary care provider for an appointment as soon as possible to discuss other medications to control your asthma everyone with asthma should carry a rescue inhaler such as albuterol but a bronchodilator is no longer considered the primary form of treatment for asthma on a good medication regimen you can improve your quality of life and avoid possible complications from using so much albuterol if you experience a severe asthma attack that does not improve when you use a rescue inhaler you should seek immediate medical attention by calling 9 1 1 or the emergency number wherever you are located asthma can quickly turn fatal and you must waste no time in receiving emergency treatment for an attack that does not respond to a rescue inhaler do not drive or have someone else drive you to an emergency room instead get an ambulance sent to your house so paramedics can begin immediate emergency treatment wishing you well

[ Symptoms ] what are some four month developmental milestones [ Disease ] hi brain infections takes way longer to treat than normal infections due to the effect of the brain blood barrier which does not allow antibiotics to reach brain effectively good luck

[ Symptoms ] i have recently noticed a couple of red lumps on the back of my throat they do not hurt or anything please help they are just red lumps and they do not hurt i have been reading that it might be something about mucus but i am not sure is this normal [ Disease ] a cough in a healthy 4 year old can be many things most commonly colds from viral infections can cause coughs other causes can be allergies post nasal drip and asthma if your child has had the cough for several weeks it is important to speak to your doctor if he has allergies or asthma that is causing this there are medications available to make him feel better call your doctor

[ Symptoms ] is it possible to have both depression and hyomania at the same time [ Disease ] hi this can be due to allergic inflammation anti histaminics will be more useful take anti histaminics for 7 days if it doesnt get relieved consult a doctor thanks

[ Symptoms ] what is ringworm of the scalp or beard [ Disease ] ringworm is an infection on your skin hair or nails it is caused by a fungus ringworm of the scalp occurs in children and adults all over the world it is most common in young children ringworm of the beard is not common 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 ] for the past two months i have been having breast pain [ Disease ] 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

[ Symptoms ] dome shaped red bumps on penis [ Disease ] hi if all your blood tests have been tested negative then nothing to worry it just may be allergic rash or skin infection apply local creams maintain proper hygiene take vitamin tablets if its not responding then you need to consult a venerologist thanks

[ Symptoms ] can i lose weight going on a sugar free diet can u tell me how much weight can i lose in a month using this sugar free diet [ Disease ] yes but that is only part of the equation permanently losing weight requires more than a short term committment otherwise you will just gain it back

[ Symptoms ] what else causes foot rashes [ Disease ] hi you need to know the cause of fibromalgia in order to control it do kidney profile full blood electrolytes magnesium zinc calciumphosphorus also do a full antibody profile test for auto immune disease stronger drugs can be prescribed but they are dangerous you need to be under supervision before taking them like epicotil good luck

[ Symptoms ] can having had infant gerd cause complications while pregnant [ Disease ] there are so[me] normal changes that occur in pregnancy which may cause some pain progesterone a hormone that is high in pregnancy can cause the muscle that keeps the food in the stomach relax this can cause reflux and be very uncomfortable for patients fortunately there is medication that can be used during pregnancy for women who have this problem also patients can help themself out by watching what foods they eat

[ Symptoms ] is it safe for a newborn to sleep in the same room as a litterbox i have two cats and am due to have my baby in 12 days and am currently staying with my dad while we wait for our apartment to be ready whom will only allow the litter box to be in my room i am wondering if it is safe for my newborn to sleep in my room with us with the litterbox or if i need to find a new home for my cats [ Disease ] you seem concerned by the possibility of dyslexia dyslexia is the most common learning disability in children identified in at least 80 of children manifesting learning disabilities characterized by unexpected difficulty in reading in children and adults who otherwise are normal in intelligence and cognition dyslexics probably have deficits within a specific component of language system the phonologic module which is engaged in processing the sounds of speech dyslexics have labored approach to reading because of phonologic deficits though listening comprehension is robust you might be suffering from dyslexia but you must consult your personal physician for definitive diagnosis as the same is not possible online hope this helps take care note this post is not to emphasise final diagnosis as the same cannot be made online and is aimed just to provide medical information and no treatment suggested above be taken without face to face consultation with health care professional

[ Symptoms ] are there any dietary deficiencies associated with celiac disease [ Disease ] patients with celiac disease are at risk for some nutritional deficiencies including folate deficiency b12 deficiency and iron deficiency celiac disease patients are also at risk of developing low bone mineral density osteoporosis there are two reasons for nutritional deficiencies in celiac disease patients the diseased small intestine causes a lack of absorption of vitamins and nutrients strict gluten restriction can also lead to nutritional deficiencies many of the gluten free foods are not fortified or enriched with vitamins or minerals studies have also shown that gluten free products are often low in b vitamins calcium vitamin d iron zinc magnesium and fiber fortunately there are blood tests that your physician can do to determine if you are deficient in any nutrients it is important to be aware of what deficiencies you are at risk for and to make every effort to avoid these deficiencies the deficiency in nutrients does not mean a deficiency in calories there is an increased incidence of obesity in persons with celiac disease who are following a gluten free diet the dietary goal is to follow a well balanced diet with appropriate supplements when needed and an adequate amount of calories for maintaining a healthy weight

[ Symptoms ] i am starting to feel very slight burning sensation after urination [ Disease ] hi you have drinking withdrawal effect plus anxiety in my opinion your okay nothing is wrong with you keep in mind that withdrawal effect can last few month just keep monitoring your blood pressure and heart rate which is by the way okay for withdrawal effects no reason to worry good luck

[ Symptoms ] my semen was pink in color and the last time it had blood in it [ Disease ] it is difficult to say exactly why your wife is not losing weight without more information but here are some things to consider how is she tracking her calories it is possible that she is getting more than she thinks she is seeing a registered dietitian can help her examine her food intake for hidden calories high levels of activity mixed with low calorie intake may increase cortisol levels stress hormone and cause weight to stay where it is this is a theory but i have seen it many times your wife can experiment with cutting back the exercise or increasing her calorie intake unless she is enjoying the exercise it likely is not sustainable so i suggest she focused on doing something she enjoys if your wife did not exercise at all before it is possible she is gaining some muscle mass and losing fat even the scale is not moving other factors can cause weight to plateau such as stress and lack of sleep see this webmd article for more ideas weight loss and especially weight loss maintenance can be a challenging task i suggest your wife get help and support with the process the key is to address the reasons for the weight gain in addition to tackling food and exercise

[ Symptoms ] am i pregnant its been like 50 days since my last period im an irregular until now there isnt any sign of blood at all but just last week i had white blood coming out it wasnt alot just enough for the day but it didnt go on for a whole just like every other day i would feel pain between my belly and vagina but it is like normal pain and it does not like pain me all the time just 3 4 times a day or every other day i kept searching in the net symptoms of pregnancy but so far i have not had any of those symptoms at all i do not understand and it freaks me out [ Disease ] hi did you mean a white discharge how would you know its white blood you have not said but have we tried doing an hpt or had a pregnancy test at the doctor if not do you think this would help all your searching but i think its about time you went to your doctor let himher have a look at you to be on the safe side this would be best for you good luck

[ Symptoms ] i am 38 and he is 42 we took some time off and had sex without birthcontrol during what i believed was my safe time my husabnd and i have been trying to conceive i am 38 and he is 42 we decided to take some time off and we had sex without birthcontrol during what i believed was my safe time however i think i may have ovulated earlier then i had before believed i did my cycle started march 25 and ended march 29 we had sex the 30th and the 31st i am feeling slightly crampy and its way too soon for my period again could i be pregnant or is there something else i should be aware of [ Disease ] hi sorry i do know how you fill but this is something we just have to live with as long as your near a toilet your ok your find a whole lot of people out there with the same thing its not something we can predict being so how could you keep taken a drug to clog you up you could take and get nothing it would not be a healthy thing to do sorry just live with it if you get sore just us some lanacane worked for me do hope this helps you good luck

[ Symptoms ] can being over weight cause arthritis in your feet [ Disease ] start with a gastroenterologist in many cases this can be fixed with a combination of medications and even surgery i have had bouts with chronic hiccups my entire life until i found a permanent over the counter medicine that cured them for me and keep me from ever getting them anymore and i am in my mid 40 is i would get the hiccups for 1 to 4 days which would lead to other problems with the spasms flaring up my ulcer i am not a doctor but i know it works for me and improved my quality of life 100 the named brand medicine is not labeled for a hiccup cure and the only main ingredient is what does the job for me every day i take just one time released tablet of just plain mucinex blue and white box made by reckitt benckiser although it is designed to work as an expectorant to relieve chest congestion and it thins and loosens mucus it does a whole lot more for me the main ingredient guaifenesin 600 mg is what stopped my hiccups when i last had them mid 2012 and i have been taking one or two 12 hour tablets daily ever since if you get another brand it will probably not be time released so be careful as it may work for 4 hours at the most i hope this helps and please let me know if it does because it sure changed my life my dad is having the same problem did your dad is condition improved if so can you please share what he did

[ Symptoms ] does gallstones cause urinary problems smelly and cloudy ursine that comes and goes [ Disease ] no gallstones and urinary problems are not medically related a person can have both you know

[ Symptoms ] how can i keep my healthy eating habits when traveling [ Disease ] recent research suggests that people have a better chance of getting healthier if we focus on making good choices as well as taking control of the food choices that we are presented with in other words by shaping your environment so that unhealthy choices become less convenient you become more likely to take on healthier behaviors eating while you are on the road is a great example even though many fast food restaurants have been pressured to add some healthier items to their menus the truth is it can be pretty tough to choose a grilled chicken salad over a burger and fries especially when you are sitting in the drive through lane if you find yourself unable to make the healthier choice consider eating a kid is meal instead fewer calories and you get a toy but better to avoid drive throughs altogether if you make a commitment to give drive throughs the drive by and refrain from eating in your car you are bound to make healthier decisions at mealtime another tough aspect of eating while traveling is making good choices while staying at hotels room service can be an attractive option if you are on your own or have an expense account at your disposal it can be tempting to sit back in your room with a nice steak and a caesar salad and watch television but mealtimes are a great opportunity to get out explore and try something healthier

[ Symptoms ] every once in a while i will experience tingling in every one of my fingers and my palms what could this be the tingling usually lasts around 30 minutes to a few hours and it isnt painful just uncomfortable my family has a history of heart disease and diabetes and i am just making sure this is not something related to either one of them [ Disease ] ask your doctor could be some symptom of something but maybe try drinking more water but regardless of that talk to your doctor

[ Symptoms ] can a women get pregnant from precum pre ejaculation and if she doesnt have an orgasim [ Disease ] obviously i am not a doctor but i can tell you from my own experience with my wife she does not take birth control pills we do not believe in it the method we used was either the cycle method or the pull out method did this for years and she never got pregnant and when we actually tried to get pregnant for real she got pregnant on first try so my point is in our case there was an almost zero chance of getting some pregnant from precum

[ Symptoms ] what are cold sores chickenpox shingles and genital herpes [ Disease ] cold sores are caused by a herpes virus that may be spread by kissing or other physical contact with the infected area of the skin they are small painful ulcers that you get in or around your mouth chickenpox is caused by a herpes virus it causes an itchy rash of multiple small red bumps that look like pimples or insect bites usually appearing first on the abdomen or back and face it can spread to almost everywhere else on the body and may be accompanied by flu like symptoms shingles is caused by the same herpes virus that causes chickenpox it causes small painful blisters that happen on your skin shingles occurs in people who have already had chickenpox shingles can be spread to people who have not had chickenpox or the chickenpox vaccine by contact with the infected areas of the skin genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease it causes small painful blisters on your genital area you can spread genital herpes to others even when you have no symptoms if you are sexually active you can still pass herpes to your partner even if you are taking medication to treat it do not have sexual contact with your partner when you have any symptom or outbreak of genital herpes use a condom made of latex or polyurethane whenever you have sexual contact ask your health care provider for more information about safer sex practices

[ Symptoms ] what effect will stopping zoloft 50mg and focalin xr 20 mg have on 17year old [ Disease ] women are now classified [by the american heart association guidelines] in three groups high risk for heart disease at risk or ideal cardiovascular health

[ Symptoms ] what kind of skin conditioninfection is this yesterday an apparent skin infection on my check had swollen half of my face and made it extremely sensitive and sore i seemed to have brought it down with ibuprofen and ice but the size of the actual bump has not diminished and still hurts the bump itself looks like a raised inflamed elliptical area slightly over one inch long the area feels mostly hard underneath while the skin above it feels very dry what would cause this and should i see a doctor [ Disease ] the short answer is this yes you should see a doctor you could have a cyst a lipoma or something else your best bet is to have this examined by an appropriate health care provider such as a dermatologist though you can simply go see your primary care provider if necessary unfortunately we can not diagnose a skin lesion like this via the internet and if it is an infected cyst or something you will need to have it drained because it will not clear up on its own best to you a board certified dermatologist like dr eric schweiger can help you with that it will be better if you seek help from professionals who can help you with that particular concern of yours it is very important that you do an action now to know the cause and get rid of that skin problem clear clinic <link> you may speak with a dermatologist about that particular concern of yours dr eric schweiger is a member of the american academy of dermatology and the american society for dermatologic surgery he may help you with that best dermatologist nyc <link> you may speak with a dermatologist about that particular concern of yours dr eric schweiger a board certified dermatologist may help you with that clear clinic <link>

[ Symptoms ] my husband wants to know if its ok to take zyrtec and his sleeping pill which contains diphenhydramine 50mg he uses an equate sleeping pill from wal wart and the active ingredient is diphenhydramine 50mg same as taking 2 benadryl is we are confused by that [ Disease ] yes shingles can be internal and can affect organs the answer above is so completely wrong as i have found another of his answers above wrong i have had internal shingles in my throat

[ Symptoms ] how soon is it safe to get pregnant after stopping birth control [ Disease ] when it comes to hormonal contraceptives your best bet is to complete your current cycle and then attempt to get pregnant says frank a chervenak md professor and chairman of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at weill medical college of cornell university in new york city after the cycle attempts can be made to start getting pregnant although it may be advisable to wait for the first normal menstrual period after you stop taking your pills he says but this precaution is not essential some women conceive within a week or two after stopping birth control pills i advise women to complete the cycle so they do not have irregular bleeding he says in general the middle of the month is when ovulation and potentially conception are most likely to take place so the optimal fertile window is a couple of weeks after stopping contraception an important point to consider however is that if there has been a previous pregnancy or miscarriage wait about three months to give the body a chance to recover he says this is where a waiting period makes sense as far as other types of contraception the intrauterine device iud must be removed before a woman starts attempting to conceive he says couples can just stop using condoms when they are ready to conceive he adds

[ Symptoms ] what is a sonogram [ Disease ] i think you are referring to the heart health benefits of consuming the fda recommends 3g of soluble fiber beta glucan daily to help reduce the risk of heart disease because it helps lower cholesterol one serving of oatmeal contains 75g and can help you get to three grams other foods that contain soluble fiber are cold cereals made from oats e g cheerios oat bran and barley you can also add oats to muffins and other baked goods so you do not have to eat oatmeal every day to get the benefits but it is a good way to get heart healthy soluble fiber in your diet for more on oats see this article <link> oatmeal has some very beneficial health benefits but the idea of eating oatmeal every day could get very old and boring i think the oatmeal companies would like you to do this but there are many many other ways to live a healthy lifestyle eat a healthy diet and lower your cholesterol than eating oatmeal every day 365 days a year for a healthy intervention to be sustainable it must be something you can tolerated if you love oatmeal and want to eat it every day go for it but in my opinion life is too short not to have variety and pleasure in our diets no

[ Symptoms ] what are the risks of not treating depression during pregnancy [ Disease ] left untreated depression can have far reaching effects on both your and your baby is health women who are depressed are less likely to take proper care of themselves for instance they may not eat a healthy diet or may skip doctors appointments plus women who are depressed may be more likely to take part in risky behaviors such as drinking alcohol smoking or taking drugs during pregnancy all of these actions can lead to potentially serious health problems for the baby including miscarriage preterm birth and low birth weight untreated depression can also take a toll on family dynamics that includes your relationship with your spouse and other children if you have older kids they need you to care for them for some pregnant women regardless of their mental state it can take all the energy they have to care for themselves add depression to the mix and the suffering can become intolerable for everyone if depression is preventing you from caring for your family you may need to stay on your antidepressants during this vulnerable time it‘s important to keep the risks associated with antidepressant use in pregnancy in perspective all pregnant women have an average 3 risk of having a baby with any type of birth defect in most cases when researchers say antidepressants may increase the risk of certain birth defects they are talking about just a slight increase so even if you take an antidepressant during pregnancy the overall risk of your baby having a problem is still very low

[ Symptoms ] do i require surgery [ Disease ] as per your complain as there are a number of problems associated and one symptom can exaggerate the other therefore my suggestion is that you should consult an ent surgeon and get evaluated and you can opt for endoscopic ainus surgery along with septoplasty for the deviated septum and meditation like a course of antibiotics anti inflammatory painkillers decongestants steroid inhalation can help wish you a better health regards

[ Symptoms ] can you be allergic to mold in your food [ Disease ] allergy to latex condoms can cause a rash on the penis or on the genital skin of your sexual partner as well as redness there may be blistering and itching the rash usually occurs 6–48 hours after using the condom hi as you can see this covers both of you but here is some help from webmd how is latex allergy treated allergic reactions may be treated by removal of the latex product and drug treatment according to the type of symptoms developing if the symptoms are irritant contact dermatitis topically applied corticosteroid drugs may be enough to treat symptoms severe reactions should be treated with epinephrine intravenous fluids and other support by hospital or emergency personnel if you have a serious latex allergy it is important for you to wear a medicalert bracelet and carry an emergency epinephrine syringe if prescribed by your doctor there is no cure for a latex allergy so the best treatment for this condition is prevention you can get latex free condoms but if you do not trust guys then do buy your own or better stile get on some kind of bc like the pill do hope this help you good luck

[ Symptoms ] cancer of lymph nodes with bowel blockage doctor says too dangerous to operate [ Disease ] this is postoperative ileus i believe its better for ger to be admitted her electrolytes should be measured parentral feeding with half strenght enteral feeding as drinking prune juices close monitoring of her vitals is imp make her chew gum its effective for improving the motilitylaparoscopic intervention is of good results if conservative lines failed hope she gets better soon

[ Symptoms ] if you had shingles once can you have another breakout again [ Disease ] i do not know but as i have had shingles and am still suffering pain in the same spots i would like to know if i will be likely to ever have them again

[ Symptoms ] if an appendix ruptures how long would it take for sepsis to occur due to peritonitis [ Disease ] lymphoedema or deep venous thrombosis can be the cause get doppler studies done application of magnesium sulphate and glycerine with leg elevation can help

[ Symptoms ] i had a flu shot in october is it good for the whole flu season [ Disease ] the influenza vaccine is a yearly vaccine that protects you from getting the flu a viral respiratory illness that spreads very easily the flu can lead to serious health complications and possibly death the best way to prevent the flu is to get vaccinated there are two types of flu vaccines flu shot the flu shot is typically given to adults in a muscle in the upper arm it is an inactive vaccine which means it is made using dead bacteria the dead germs cannot make you sick nasal spray the nasal spray flu vaccine is a live attenuated influence vaccine or laiv unlike the flu shot it is made from live but weakened influenza viruses however you cannot get the flu from the nasal spray vaccine only certain adults under age 50 may receive the nasal spray the three flu strains covered by the flu vaccine differ from year to year that is because the flu viruses are constantly changing scientists develop a new flu vaccine each season based on research that predicts which strains will be most likely to make you sick for example the 2010 2011 flu shots for adults protect against three influenza virus strains the 2009 h1n1 h3n2 virus and an influenza b virus

[ Symptoms ] how do i safely stop taking simvastatin 10 mg i do not nor have i ever had high blood pressure my cholesterol count before simvastatin was 234 a stress test 3 years ago showed that there are no blockages or build up in my arteries my heart is in good shape as a matter of fact the cardiologist told me i had the heart of a thirty year old after learning about the dangers of this drug i am scared and would like to discontinue it please advise [ Disease ] the best way to clear mucous from your nose is to first liquefy use saline nasal spray and then gently blow your nose one side at a time by occluding the other nostril you can do this repeatedly perhaps the reason your ear is building pressure is because you are blowing too hard and air is going up your eustachian tubes to your middle ear space the area behind your eardrum unless you have a medical reason not to take a decongestant it may be okay to do this during the day only but it will increase the nasal drainage night time decongestants can keep you awake and the post nasal drainage will annoy you if you want to dry up your nose an antihistamine can help remember that colds only last a week so do not over treat them just wait it out and finally it is okay to swallow post nasal mucous you can spit it out assuming you do that privately or in a tissue hocking them out grosses out people

[ Symptoms ] diagnosed with a benign ovarian cyst around 10cm clinic wants to do full hysterectomy need second opinion [ Disease ] just as pregnancy is different for each woman so is the experience of bed rest some women know that because of problems with past pregnancies they will need to go on bed rest at some point for others a prescription for bed rest comes as a surprise some women are prescribed bed rest early in their pregnancies others must spend their entire pregnancies resting in bed sometimes doctors recommend modified bed rest this means you should spend most of your time lying or sitting up on the couch or bed but you should not exercise lift or have sexual intercourse at other times doctors may restrict almost all activity telling a patient to sit up only for meals or stand for quick showers sometimes doctors prescribe bed rest with close monitoring in the hospital it is important to know how much and what you should or should not do during bed rest following are some questions you should ask your doctor can i get up to use the bathroom how long is bed rest required must i stay in bed all the time or can i move around the house if necessary is it ok to work from home is it ok to do light chores can i take baths or showers should i lie on one side or stay in a certain position is sexual activity ok if so what kinds and how much

[ Symptoms ] diagnosed with probable viral meningitis around four years ago having numerous issues [ Disease ] yes you can fly in an airplane when you have mono

[ Symptoms ] my partner got tested for chlamydia and came out positive i want to know if that means i have chlamydia too i finished drinking the treatment of azythromycin when does it start to work but i havent been tested but i know i gave it to him [ Disease ] there are several reasons why your doctor might want you to be on bed rest for example your doctor may recommend bed rest if you experience early contractions which could be signs of preterm labor or if you have had previous pregnancies that ended in miscarriage still birth or premature birth if you are expecting multiples two or more babies your pregnancy may be considered high risk and your doctor will monitor you closely if you develop any problems your doctor might place you on bed rest following are some other reasons your doctor may advise bed rest preeclampsia a potentially dangerous condition characterized by high blood pressure protein in the urine and swelling particularly in the legs and face preeclampsia occurs in up to 8 of pregnancies usually during the second half of pregnancy vaginal bleeding a problem with several possible causes including placenta previa a complication in which the placenta grows in the lowest part of the uterus and covers all or part of the opening to the cervix or placental abruption a complication in which the placenta separates from the uterus before the baby is ready to be born incompetent cervix a weak cervix that may open prematurely cervical effacement softening or thinning of the cervix which is one of the first signs of labor poor fetal development a test or procedure that indicates a medical complication

[ Symptoms ] in severe pain in my lower back and legs had mri what does it mean what should i do [ Disease ] yes it is possible to still be still be possible