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[ Symptoms ] what do i have i have missed my period this month i have not been sexually active for months now so i am not pregnant i normally get my periods between the 10th and 20th of every month instead this month i got 3 6 days of brown discharge with light bleeding on the 6th i waited and now its the 26th and nothing also i take hormone pills because i have hypothyroidism i have seen on websites that this could be a reason why i am not sure but i did stop taking them for a couple days but i am back on track now [ Disease ] hi some women get skipped absent or just missed periods what ever it just one of those things and just happens like that do hope his helps you good luck
[ Symptoms ] i am on medication for heart disease now have blotches under my skin [ Disease ] hi its happening due to blood thinners the blood is getting thinned out more than required causing internal minor bleedings its risky and you should get bleeding time clotting time and prothrombin time blood tests done and vary the dose of blood thinners accordingly thanks
[ Symptoms ] what does cv ros mean in relation to cardiovascular i have a client with this noted in her medical records in review of systems [ Disease ] i would recommend going to the er and have it checked out chest pain and not being able to breathe could be signs of a heart attack it is better to be safe than sorry make sure you advise them how long this has been going on for and what medications you took to try to resolve the problem
[ Symptoms ] i am a 55 year old woman not menopausal not overly stressed i am biploar what is causing increased forgetfullnes i see my doctors and follow their advice forgetfulness is affecting my life in that i have difficulty processing to the point of not even having gears turning my family is concerned this has progressively worsened during the last two years or so i am bipolar but have been stable for many years i have undergone major stressful situations during last 5 years but have resolved most of the situations and am relatively stress free now i have an appointment with a neuro psychologist [ Disease ] hi this just may be down to your drugs suggest you google this bipolar drug side effects forgetfulness put your drug name in the blank area and see what comes up you may find your problem there good luck
[ Symptoms ] can the bacterial vaginosis transmitted in the pool [ Disease ] you should use a minimum spf a 15 but even more importantly than that you can even go higher to a 30 or up to a 50 i think beyond that it does not make much difference but the most important thing is to reapply it every few hours because whether or not you are out there swimming sweating or rubbing it off it wears off over time and it gets degraded by the sun exposure itself so you have to apply enough product but also reapply it often enough in order to maintain that protection do not forget to put it on your neck and your chest because those are areas that are exposed if you are wearing a scoop neck or a v neck and you are just walking around it is incidental sun exposure the sun exposure is cumulative your skin remembers that first exposure as a child and that is been building up building up building up in your skin and eventually it crosses a threshold when you hit your it could be in your 20s 30s 40s or beyond depending on your skin type and how much exposure you have had where all of a sudden it starts to show both as signs of aging and even worse signs of skin cancer
[ Symptoms ] should my primary prevent me from having bunion surgery because of a hemogolbin of 8 6 [ Disease ] prevention of malaria involves protecting yourself against mosquito bites and taking antimalarial medicines but public health officials strongly recommend that young children and pregnant women avoid traveling to areas where malaria is common the most current information about malaria is available from the centers for disease control and prevention cdc and the world health organization who if you are planning international travel you can learn about the risk of malaria in that geographic area and the medicines recommended to prevent infection by contacting the cdc at its toll free phone number 1 800 232 4636 or web site www cdc govmalariatravelindex htm your doctor or local health department prevent mosquito bites to prevent mosquito bites follow these guidelines limit your outdoor activity between dusk and dawn stay in screened or air conditioned rooms wear protective clothing long pants and long sleeved shirts use insect repellent with deet n n diethylmetatoluamide the repellent is available in varying strengths up to 100 in young children use a preparation containing less than 24 strength because too much of the chemical can be absorbed through the skin use bed nets mosquito netting sprayed with or soaked in an insecticide such as permethrin or deltamethrin use flying insect spray indoors around sleeping areas avoid areas where malaria and mosquitoes are present if you are at higher risk for example if you are pregnant very young or very old if you use a bed net treated with insecticide and use insect repellents on your clothes you will reduce your risk of becoming infected with malaria other steps that may be helpful in reducing the risk of malaria include using air conditioning and electric fans wearing protective clothing using aerosol insecticides in your house and taking certain antimalarial medicines 3 medicines to prevent malaria the selection of medicines to prevent malaria depends on the geographic region where you may be exposed to malaria and your health condition such as being pregnant being elderly or young being sick or having immunity or resistance to malaria or having allergies or sensitivity to the medicine if you are going to a location where malaria is present it is very important to take preventive medicines and to follow the correct schedule for taking them the majority of people who become infected with malaria do not take preventive malaria medicines or do not follow the correct dosing schedule medicine to prevent malaria is most effective if you take the recommended dosage exactly as prescribed and for the length of time required if you are to take the medicine once a week take it on the same day of the week each week upon returning from an area where malaria is present continue the medicine for the recommended length of time to ensure that all parasites have been eliminated from your body you will need to take the medicine for 1 to 4 weeks after returning malaria vaccines scientists are studying malaria vaccines to see whether the vaccines are effectively preventing malaria infection
[ Symptoms ] can i get the shingles vaccine if i am under 60 [ Disease ] hopefully you are using the right anti yeast antifungal medication you can mix a bit of 1 hydrocortisone cream with the anti yeast medication and this should help the itching penile itching for a variety of reasons is a common issue for men and it can be especially bad when a yeast infection is at play assuming that the treatment is working and the infection is on its way out finding a superior penis health creme health professionals recommend man1 man oil is advisable look for one that includes a combination of moisturizers such as shea butter and vitamin e as well as a potent antioxidant like alpha lipoic acid good luck
[ Symptoms ] weight loss and anxity anxiety after health scare felt a lump in my breast and went though all the testing and everything came back fine since while waiting for a second opinion ocd a little have had an overwhelming sense of anxiety do not want to eat i do i get a sick stomach lost about 5 lbs in two weeks trouble sleeping can not seem to enjoy anything a huge fear something is wrong with me myissues appointment is this week and i am just wondering if this is normal anxiety related [ Disease ] hi urinary tract infection can cause night emissions but it should not occur for so much prolonged period of time for urinary tract infection you should have other symptoms like fever with chills burning micturition bilirubin levels has nothing to do with these complaints what i feel is the sphincter muscles of your bladder aare weak and you need to undergo bladder training exercises yoga avoid drinking fluids and water after 3 pm consult a neurologist if this doesnt help thanks
[ Symptoms ] when estimating income for health insurance plans do you use gross income or adjusted gross income [ Disease ] it is your modified adjusted gross income for most people that is the same as their adjusted gross income that you will need to use when applying for insurance here is where you can find that information on your tax form if you use form 1040 ez line 4 form 1040 a line 22 form 1040 line 37
[ Symptoms ] where can buy real hcg injecting do i have to go to the doctor [ Disease ] you can not buy it unless you are a licensed medical provider and why would you need it it has been proven that hcg does not hasten weight loss if this the reason hcg is still used in some weight loss clinics but it is not a do it yourself treatment
[ Symptoms ] whats c o p d since i had type 2 respiritory fauilure 15 months ago ive always been asthmatic and im constantly out of breath which limits what i can do my peak flow this morn at my doctors was 240 from 3 months ago it was 360 im a lady of 49 soon and a moderate smoker was told i might have copd [ Disease ] probably sitting on a nerve typically one gets severe back pain if the baby is pressing on a nerve i would recommend calling a doctor is office any assistant can answer you can also call an emergency just to confirm if this something to worry about they will bring you in if they are not sure i called once when i had numbing down my left arm and when my son ate some plants i knew nothing about they are very helpful
[ Symptoms ] i am ill for two years with gastro issues sweating weight loss thick phlegm [ Disease ] if the symptoms have been for so long then you do have a point the possibility of paraneoplastic autonomic neuropathy should be considered other possibilities too should be kept in mind well a ct can pick up lesions as tiny as a peanut you can go for an mri to confirm it
[ Symptoms ] will bed bugs harm my unborn child i am five months pregnant and i have been bitten by bed bugs i want to know if the bites will harm my baby is there any disease it could bring to my child [ Disease ] no you bed bug bites will not harm your unborn baby
[ Symptoms ] what can be absorbed by the stomach what percentages of various normally consumed foods and liquids can be absorbed into the body through the stomach while i understand that the intestines absorb most of the nutrients we consume i was lead to believe that a potion of some foods and beverages were absorbed into the body through the stomach [ Disease ] the stomach does not absorb nutrients but it does play a role enhancing absorption of certain nutrients in the small intestine for example the stomach secretes intrinsic factor which binds to b12 for absorption in the small intestine stomach acid turns iron into a form that is better absorbed in the small intestine and people who have part of their stomach removed may be at risk for osteoporosis because the stomach empties faster which can decrease the amount of calcium being absorbed and utilized by the body anyone who has surgery to remove part of the stomach should see a dietitian to be sure they are not at risk for nutrition deficiencies
[ Symptoms ] i suffered a major left sided hemiparesis in july 04 i started suffering from violent muscle spasms in my left quads muscles [ Disease ] hi its most probably due to a disc lesion or hypocalcemia mri of lower back with whole spine screening is highly recommended vitamin d3 deficiency can also be the reason get vitamin d levels checked thanks
[ Symptoms ] i have been having constant headache for about 10 days now [ Disease ] migraine or sinusitis…
[ Symptoms ] what can my doctor do to help stop the spread of cre infections [ Disease ] we need all healthcare leaders and personnel to act now to help stop cre it is critical for doctors to prescribe existing antibiotics very carefully in order to preserve these lifesaving drugs for as long as possible otherwise cre could very well be the beginning of the end of antibiotics other prevention steps include • knowing if patients in your facility have cre o requesting immediate alerts when the lab identifies cre o alerting the receiving facility when a cre patient transfers and find out when a patient with cre transfers into your facility • protecting patients from cre o following contact precautions and hand hygiene recommendations when treating patients with cre o dedicating rooms and staff to cre patients whenever possible o prescribing antibiotics carefully o removing temporary medical devices such as catheters and ventilators as soon as possible cdc offers other cre prevention guidelines that have proven to reduce cre infections
[ Symptoms ] can adderall cause nausea [ Disease ] yes adderall can cause nausea as a side effect taking the adderall with food might help combat nausea but if it continues or is really bothersome you should talk to your healthcare provider
[ Symptoms ] i have had a bacterial infection need doctor advice [ Disease ] hi it seems to be a resistant yeast infection the exact organism needs to be sorted out by doing a proper culture and sensitivity does not seem to be a urinary tract infection for vaginal infection you can try a vaginal pessary get a blood investigation done to asses the level of your immunity you seem to be prone for infection due to low immunity thanks
[ Symptoms ] can i exercise when on zithromax [ Disease ] hi you say dark was it lending towards brown if so that would be old blood was your period before short but as for getting another bleed now which is about what 14 days it happens now and again in some women just see how this goes to your next period date see if that happens which it probably will and on after that if you do get another period 2 weeks after that best you see your doctor then or it may just go away hope this helps you good luck
[ Symptoms ] daughter diagnosed with gastroperesis what can she do to help her digest her food [ Disease ] here are some tips that can help to decrease the symptoms of gastroparesis eating several small meals each day rather than three larger meals the less amount of food eaten at one sitting can help the stomach to empty eat meals that are low in fiber and fat these kinds of foods slow down the emptying of the stomach eat foods that are more liquid or low residue for example applesauce should replace whole apples with skins you will want to talk with her doctor about any medication to help with emptying the stomach if needed here is a helpful link about gastroparesis
[ Symptoms ] what can be done about headaches associated with multiple sclerosis [ Disease ] hi k yes it can happen some women have gone far longer i will tell you what i have told them get to your doctor asap its not very good for you if there is something wrong and just is case your doctor can do pregnancy test all at the same time good luck
[ Symptoms ] can fasting help prolong your lifespan [ Disease ] there is no data on this as yet how long you fast once a month three times a week is an issue as well what kind of fast are we talking about scientists have been studying severe caloric restriction for years in animals you might say they are kept in a state of semi starvation indeed these animals do have a lower incidence of some medical conditions but at what price no one can ask the animals if they are enjoying any of this on the other hand keeping total calories under control with a healthy lifestyle that includes physical activity is a reasonable way to rein in calories and achieve an optimal life span
[ Symptoms ] can type 2 diabetes cause hair loss [ Disease ] hi i would say no unless it was magic sperm consider yourself safe but next time your fouling around keep this at the back of you mind male sperm is a very dangerous stuff and not to be plated with just remember safe sex condoms bc the pill best to be safe than sorry good luck
[ Symptoms ] if i take tylenol pm and tylenol arthritis pain am i taking too much what is the limit for acetaminophen each day [ Disease ] recently there has not been a new limit established we are still using the guidelines of 4000 milligrams a day if you are an adult and 2000 milligrams for an elderly adult now tylenol pm does contain some tylenol and it contains also benadryl to help you sleep arthritis tylenol i believe has a higher amount of tylenol so you want to be really careful about how many times you take it a day come and talk to your pharmacist we will be able to sit down with you and discuss how many milligrams you might be taking with the one product and then in the evening product the tylenol pm and figure out how much you are taking on a daily basis we might ask you to take not as much of the tylenol arthritis product because you are hitting that limit each day so be really careful come and talk to the pharmacist bring your list of medications because you may not have been aware that some of the prescription medications that you are on may also contain tylenol that is the reason why it is been in the news because people were taking prescription medication that contained tylenol along with additional over the counter tylenol products so basically come and ask the pharmacist is the medication expert we are a resource for you and we are here to help you
[ Symptoms ] had a ferritin test came back as 8 point <positive_smiley> besides iron supplements anything else to do male runner last few months have not been feeling well when running very heavy feeling and not to run paces i could easily do 6 months a go knowing how important iron is for carry red blood cells i had my ferritin checked test came back with a 8 yes decimal is in right place lab said it was the lowest ever seen i am a light eater and while not a pure vegetarian i do not eat much meat just a little chicken and fish anything else i need to do beside taking ferrus sulfate [ Disease ] the best thing to do is work with your healthcare provider about how to get your iron levels back up right now in addition to supplementation increasing dietary iron is important in the long run to keep this problem from recurring here are ways to increase iron and iron absorption in your diet iron from animal foods are better absorbed than plant sources so make a point to include those items you like such as chicken and fish add plant sources of iron to your diet including cereals fortified with iron beanslegumes soy beans tofu pumpkinsquash seeds spinach raisins broccoli and bread to increase their absorption add vitamin c sources such as orange juice tomatoes broccoli and strawberries examples include vitamin c rich fruit topped on your cereal or beans cooked in a tomato based sauce include animal sources of iron with vegetable sources also increases the amount of iron absorbed e g meat chili or beans as a side dish with chicken for more ideas on iron rich food sources read this article <link> i have had trouble with low iron and cant take iron pills due to acid reflux so my dr sent me to a cancer dr and he gave me iron ivs and it helped dramatically i felt betters in days
[ Symptoms ] what are the most nutritious and healthy foods that are also good sources of quality protein [ Disease ] hi itching is a sign of bacterial vaginosis which could be any type of bacteria this can be treated with metronidazole flagyl taken twice daily for one week …you can find also metronidazole as a vaginal gel … regards
[ Symptoms ] uncle being sent from hospital in town to another one100 miles away he is 88 they are not bringing him back is this right [ Disease ] you or another relative should bring him back he was most likely sent to the other hospital for medical reasons but when he is discharge the hospital is not really responsible for the trip home if there is a problem the hospital social worker or discharge planner should be immediately consulted they may have another solution
[ Symptoms ] how are earaches from a cold or ear infection treated [ Disease ] an ear infection is usually treatable and permanent damage to the ear or to the hearing is much less common today with proper treatment treatment may include medications for pain and fever antibiotics for bacterial ear infections andor observation of symptoms pain relief for an earache acetaminophen or ibuprofencan help relieve an earache with a cold or a fever over 102 degrees f these medications usually control the ear pain within one to two hours earaches tend to hurt more at bedtime antibiotics for an ear infection prescribed antibiotics will kill the bacteria causing the ear infection they are not needed to treat an earache due to a cold or a virus antibiotics may cause nausea diarrhea rashes or yeast infections and may interact with other drugs myringotomy ear tubes to relieve ear fluid if fluid remains in the ear for more than three months or if your child has repeated ear infections your doctor may insert small metal or plastic tubes through the eardrum to help keep the ear free of fluid and infection this outpatient procedure is usually performed on children and is done under general anesthesia the tubes usually remain in from eight to 18 months and normally fall out on their own in some instances the doctor may choose to leave the tubes in longer
[ Symptoms ] i was stung by a red wasp – it is not improving [ Disease ] they usually go away by their own but you can use a hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion if itching …you can use baking soda and colloidal oatmeal to soothe skin over the counter pain relievers as ibuprofen can improve pain… keep on benderyl as an antihistamin drug throughly wash with soap and water keep applying cold packs and above all be careful not to get stung again … thanks
[ Symptoms ] is it best to start on sinemet or hold off [ Disease ] this is a good question because when it comes to the elderly we need to use different doses of medications that are much lower than normal i would like to know the dose of the ambien cr because the recommended dose is 6 25 mg due to the possibility of side effects in the elderly if the patient is having these side effects on that dose it is time to talk to the doctor or healthcare provider about other options which may include lunesta and rozerem
[ Symptoms ] is it possible to see a yoke and tiny fetus connected to the side of it in a sonogram 10 days after sexual intercourse is anything even visible at that point [ Disease ] allergic dermatitis is the most likely diagnosis some blood related conditions may also cause this but its a rare possibility anti hustaminic tablets and creams will be helpful vitamin e tablets will ve helpful
[ Symptoms ] i got sick after going to my doctor she gave me 2 antibiotics flustat adco cyclizine for my ears and pain tablets [ Disease ] this could be side effects of amiodarone metoprolool as they cause dizziness and hypotension so i recommend revising your doctor for a change in the dose
[ Symptoms ] is loss of balance ever associated with pneumonia not as much as falling down but having to be very careful in sudden moves and feeling that a fall is very close [ Disease ] here is the webmd description of pneumonia pneumonia is an infection of the lungs caused by a virus symptoms of pneumonia differ by the cause but some symptoms include chills fever fatigue chest pain sore throat and coughing so it seems to me that it would not take much for your inner ear to be affected and that can really mess up your balance also consider that pneumonia affects your lungs and lack of oxygen can make you feel dizzy too
[ Symptoms ] 65 year old male with cervical spine neck pain xrays say nothing wrong we do not believe that [ Disease ] hi you are absolutely right only xrays do not rule out all the pathologies as they show only bones getting an mri of the affected area will help to rule out lesions like spondylosis or slipped disc you should see a orthopedist for further treatment thanks
[ Symptoms ] how is high blood pressure treated [ Disease ] in my opinion alcohol can cause hemochromatosis which can be fixed or improved by stoping alcohol use you should try to avoid vitamin c and iron in diet untill it is fixed you need to check your liver for and damage see if it is reversable or managable good luck
[ Symptoms ] had tendinitis in my wrist for the past few years now have a ganglion cyst as well [ Disease ] hi so you know how this all works having unprotected sex saturday night wont make you pregnant by sunday sorry but that is a fact if you know how it works you will know that the first day of your cycle is day so around day 14 give or take a day is ovulation day but you need to have unprotected sex say 3 to 4 days before that why well it takes 3 days for sperm to get in place to receive your egg so if around day 21 you get some spotting this could be a sign your on your way to getting pregnant so if you miss your next period and wait a week your then go get tested or do an hpt so now do you see good luck
[ Symptoms ] i have lingual henia from 20 years i have no problems with this by my yoga asanas is there any risk of cancer by this [ Disease ] your posting is confusion the term lingual refers to the tongue so i am guessing that you mean inguinal groin hernias do not cause cancer but they can be problematic during certain exercises or perhaps yoga positions so i would advise you to discuss this with your doctor someone who knows the details of your medical history
[ Symptoms ] can i eat canned clams while pregnant [ Disease ] hi a nerve in your ear might have been inflammed cover the ears by cotton buds to keep them warm take anti inflammatory tablets if the symptoms remain as they are and do not increase they you can definitely wait till morning thanks
[ Symptoms ] what are the risks of long term use of hormone replacement therapy [ Disease ] the first step is to prevent yourself from acting out during anger episodes while getting angry either do reverse counting from 20 to 0 or deep breathing after calming down give logical suggestions to yourself against losing temper in that particular situation log down the events resulting in stress and weekly review them then think some alternative response from your side to resolve it practice relaxation exercises like yoga pranayama follow steps of sleep hygiene such as avoiding caffeinated drinks remember that every problem has a solution you just need to try solving it for further information consult a psychiatrist online > <link>
[ Symptoms ] what can i do today to start being more active [ Disease ] most helpful answer maybe your doctor should refer you to a back specialist orthopedist for a higher level evaluation musculoskeletal issues in the neck can be very complex so you will need a careful medical history thorough examination of your neckshoulders and most likely some imaging studies do not ever worry about asking your doctor too many questions they are not working for free they get well paid to address your concerns
[ Symptoms ] i have a rash thought it might be some type of fungus doc says ringworm [ Disease ] hi well your past the time the experts say you should not be on the bc pill during conception so just stay on them till you get tested which i hope your planning to do as your now nearly 3 weeks late who knows it could be just a skipped period but until you have your test i would stay on your bc pills just in case your not because if your still having unprotected sex you could soon be do hope this helps you good luck
[ Symptoms ] our fertility doctor suggests an ultrasound abdominal vessels procedure need second doctor opinion [ Disease ] i do not think so sperm cannot live outside of the body i am a 42 year old virgin and i have been dry humping since i was 20 it is hard for sperm to get through to your jeans and much harder for it to go through a sanitary napkin you might be late because of stress sometimes our periods change and that causes us to be late
[ Symptoms ] i have been experiencing upper right abdominal pain on a daily basis for 5 months no solution from doctor [ Disease ] you seem concerned by the eczema diarrhea frequent chest infections and oral thrush in your 2 year old child a number of disorders can present with these features many of the children are simply having the repeated viral upper respiratory tract infections that are a normal part of growing up in others the symptoms are the first manifestations of asthma but in an important minority there is a clear history of persistent or recurrent episodes of pneumonia or of chronic sputum production indicating more severe pathology it is important to rule out uncommon causes like bronchiectasis cystic fibrosis and immunodeficiency in consultation with your paediatrician 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 ] i had wrist surgery it was the biggest mistake of my life [ Disease ] gonadotropin releasing hormone gn rh is a hormone that is involved in triggering ovulation it is sold under the name factrel and lutrepulse
[ Symptoms ] diagnosed with type 2 diabetes reduced a1c blood test without using metformin and lisinopril [ 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 ] i suffer from familial mediterranean fever fmf can i do a rhinoplasty [ Disease ] occasionally women have slight but regular bleeds in the early stages of pregnancy so i would advise a pregnancy test just to be sure a rare cause of high prolactin levels is a benign growth in the pituitary gland that over stimulates the prolactin releasing tissue a blood test may show something and hormones prolactin test
[ Symptoms ] how can exercise help my sleep [ Disease ] so exercise and sleep there is significant amount of data to show that a regular amount of exercise will help with sleep specifically increasing deep sleep so one of the questions when we talk about working with the boomers and people who are in that age range is that if they can get daily exercise it will actually help increase their overall sleep do you want to exercise right before bed well that is a great question and the data is very mixed on this i have some patients who are what i call type a personalities and pretty anxious folks i actually have them exercising before bed which is not something that is usually recommended because for them exercise causes a relaxation response so for them it is perfect to exercise before bed i have other patients people who are a little bit more melancholy and blue where exercise actually gives them energy so these people i have them exercising in the morning so it really depends upon your overall personality type to know and understand when you should exercise but overall i definitely recommend exercise for sleep
[ Symptoms ] can a broken bone or a muscle tear cause a fever my father fell a month ago and has been experiencing pain in the arm he fell on he will not go to a doctor because he does not have insurance just this week he said he had a sweating spell and has been feeling under the weather for a few days no other symptoms then he thinks he had a fever and even muscles in chest ache so i am not sure if he just caught some virus or if maybe something from his fell is trying to tell his body [ Disease ] most helpful answer this is a cyst near or on your left ovary without seeing the results of your test and delve into your medical history i have no way of knowing the significance or treatment approaches ovarian cysts are more likely to be non cancerous and may even be self resolving like corpus lutiem cysts the ones that form as a result of monthly ovulation you will need to discuss patient specific questions with your own doctor someone who is familiar with your particular case
[ Symptoms ] what happens if i stop taking suppressive acyclovir i have been taking 400 mg of acyclovir 2xday for 3 years to prevent my bf from getting herpes prior to that i had about 1 outbreakyr and it was very mild only one bump typically we are trying to conceive so i stopped taking it about 10 days ago but i am scared that i am getting an outbreak and afraid that if i stop i am going to get frequent outbreaks what typically happens when someone stops taking acyclovir do outbreaks often come back worse than before [ Disease ] tuberculosis tb is caused by mycobacterium tuberculosis slow growing bacteria that thrive in areas of the body that are rich in blood and oxygen such as the lungs 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 ] i have been denied coverage due to a pre existing condition will i be able to find affordable options under obamacare [ Disease ] i know a lot of americans are concerned about getting health coverage if they have a pre existing medical condition indeed people who have medical conditions and may have been denied coverage in the past because of their health status will be able to get coverage under health reform beginning in 2014 the question of affordability is a bit more complicated the cost of health insurance we sometimes call premiums will vary by plan and from state to state you may be eligible for subsidies to help you afford coverage if your income is below a certain amount the best thing you can do is to look closely at the specific coverage options available to you compare the costs and benefits when the new marketplaces go live on october 1 and make a good decision for you and your family for coverage by january
[ Symptoms ] doctor thinks my appendix needs surgery should i go through the surgery [ Disease ] hi in my opinion go on with surgery but before that ask your gynecologist to perform a vaginal ultrasound to check for pregnancy it can be a pregnancy ovulated from right side ovary good luck
[ Symptoms ] what should i do if i suspect an overdose of meprozine [ Disease ] if overdose is suspected contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately us residents should call the us national poison hotline at 1 800 222 1222 canada residents should call a provincial poison control center symptoms of overdose may include slow breathing slow heartbeat muscle stiffnesstwitching hot dry skin widened pupils seizure loss of consciousness
[ Symptoms ] i have asthma chronic obstructive pulmonary disease copd and erectile dysfunction ed [ Disease ] hi ed in your case mainly seems due to steroids that you may be taking for copd other reasons like stress anxiety low testosterone levels also need a consideration get spirometry done for assessing lung function consult a andrologist for ed try stopping steroids if u take thanks
[ Symptoms ] i have endo and i c i had a hysterectomy 12 years ago i am in alot of pain to the point of tears i have endo and i c i had a hysterectomy 12 years ago but it keeps coming back so i have had 6 laps it has averaged one a year for the last 6 years i dont have the money right now to go to my dr because our insurance is awful i am having back pain and doubling over with cramps and having trouble with constipation i took a laxative last night and have gone some but its still not like it normally helps me go i am also burning when i go to the bathroom to urinate and not can you give me so [ Disease ] i had endometriosis before a radical hysterectomy i remember doubling over in pain and it did affect my ability to have a bowel movement you need to be seen by a doctor right away i know you do not want to because of finances but i suggest you go anyway did they perform a radical hysterectomy or partial the only way you could be having problems with endometriosis is if they performed a partial hysterectomy i finally had to have a radical meaning they took both ovaries as well as the uterus once this is done you cannot have endometriosis again
[ Symptoms ] having stomach pains mostly in the evening after 5 feels like contractions but contstant goes away after some time no fever or nausea or other symptoms 3 days ago i did have dark black stool but have had another bowl movement since then and it was a light brown color [ Disease ] see a dermatologist and have the wart assuming it is a wart professionally treated
[ Symptoms ] my baby is arms measure 7 weeks behind and her legs 2 weeks behind [ Disease ] hi have a look at this you need to google natural way out of depression and natural ways out of anxiety or do it for both lots to read just find a path and stick with it see how you get on but you would need to be off the drugs when you do them all you can do is try but if your trying its a path you can follow do hope this helps good luck
[ Symptoms ] how much zertec allergie medication do i give my 110 lb dog [ Disease ] i am sorry your dog is having allergies well this is primarily a forum for human health questions but since i am a dog lover i will answer your canine conundrum are you sure the problem is allergies the symptoms of allergies such as nasal allergies or hay fever are very different in dogs than in humans if you have any questions at all about whether or not your dog is truly suffering from allergies you need to consult a veterinarian my understanding but do not take that to the bank is that zyrtec generic name cetirizine is safe for dogs i do not know the dosage however you can call a 24 hour animal hospital and they will probably be happy to tell you diphenhydramine brand name benadryl is safe for use in dogs it may be a better choice than cetirizine in fact but you should consult a veterinarian for specific dosing instructions for your dog i hope your pup feels better soon
[ Symptoms ] i have testicular atrophy and erection problems from prohormone can my body fix itself i took a supplement i found online thinking it was just a weight gainer it was a prohormone about 6 days into it i started having flu like symptoms after that i lost sex drive and am having erection problems i can get one but it required alot of stimulation and doesnt stay up long where i am located it will be a while before i can see a doctor around 4 months would this be enough time for my body to start producing testosterone again on its own [ Disease ] i do not know your age or the content of that on line prohormone that you were taking i also do not know anything about your medical history in order to make a patient specific comment if you have to wait four months to see a medical provider get the wheels in motion just in case unfortunately i would have no idea when you will return to normal the state before you took thse supplements
[ Symptoms ] epigastric pain…what is wrong [ Disease ] may be lactose intolerance… cut out it out from your diet and see how you feel if no change i would then look at wheat – gluten intolerance and see how that works
[ Symptoms ] i think i have sleep related eating disorders – night eating syndrome [ Disease ] it does seem like a night eating syndrome there are a few tablets available in the medical stores that are known to decrease your extra appetite for food you can take these tablets 2 hours before going to bed such tablets react with your digestive juices in stomach and give u a feel of stomach fullness
[ Symptoms ] if i was just diagnosed with high risk hpv with mild a typical cells would it be pointless to get the gardisal shot [ Disease ] the shot should work it never pointless so i would get it but before that ask your doctor if your worried about it that is why they are there for or the nurse one of them can answer better
[ Symptoms ] do mushrooms have nutritional value which taste the best [ Disease ] exposure to any bacteria does not necessarily imply that you wil get a disease from it there are not specific bacteria that only cause pneumonia so exposure to someone with pneumonia does not mean the exposed person will get pneumonia bacteria and viruses are more prevalent in closed spaces and can last for a while on surfaces but we are all exposed to these types of germs every day every hour when we are around people even people that appear well your mother is elderly and her immune system may be more vulnerable did she get the flu vaccine this year has she had the pneumonia vaccine pneumovax if not this would be something that her doctor would likely recommend if your mother becomes ill she should be seen by her medical provider and carefully examined but do not worry too much about this exposure she may be tougher than she looks and may not get ill at all
[ Symptoms ] how is fatigue an early sign of pregnancy [ Disease ] you are a parent you do not need me to tell you to worry or not worrying come naturally her maternal immunity wore off about a month ago so she is now quite vulnerable to colds viral infections because she is so dang cute at this age many people are playing with her so exposure to germs are a sure thing she will need to get several colds in order to jump start her own immune systems so get used to them this first winter can be the cold of the month club if she is in day care frequent colds will be a part of your life coughing can also be triggered by saliva i suspect she is teething when he lies down the saliva or any post nasal drainage has no where to go but down her throat coughing clears her airways so in some respects it is a good thing if she is showing signs of illness fever rapid breathing wheezing failure to improve over time etc she will need to be examined by her medical provider there will be the sound of coughing in your christmas videso this year
[ Symptoms ] what is the secret to cooking great fish [ Disease ] the vas deferens is in the scrotum and this is not touched during a prostatatectomy but the spermatic cord that goes from the vas deferens to the prostate is most likely severed or removed during the procedure
[ Symptoms ] my husband and i have commonwealth care right now will we have to fill out new paperwork to get the new insurance [ Disease ] for those of you in massachusetts looks like you will have to fill out some new paperwork there will be something called the integrated eligibility system that will connect you with the new federal requirements it is supposed to help you get an eligibility determination online in real time starting october 1
[ Symptoms ] i was diagnosed with crohn is when anemic i have staph infections [ Disease ] hi these measures are not enough broad spectrum antibiotics are required intravenous ones will be more effective than oral ones thanks
[ Symptoms ] one year old blind boy can not move please help [ Disease ] the immobility could be caused by infant spinal cord damage… but should not affect vision though
[ Symptoms ] how are burns classified [ Disease ] hi this answer is from the uk is nhs after you have read it all the way down to the bottom you should find out you taken far to much zinc zinc is a trace element that has several important functions for example it helps to make new cells and enzymes helps us process carbohydrate fat and protein in food helps with the healing of wounds good sources of zinc zinc is found widely in the environment good food sources of zinc include meat shellfish dairy foods – such as cheese bread cereal products – such as wheat germ how much zinc do i need the amount of zinc you need is about 5 5 9 5mg a day for men 4 0 7 0mg a day for women you should be able to get all the zinc you need from your daily diet what happens if i take too much zinc taking high doses of zinc reduces the amount of copper the body can absorb this can lead to anaemia and weakening of the bones what does the department of health advise you should be able to get all the zinc you need by eating a varied and balanced diet if you take zinc supplements it is important not to take too much because this could be harmful do not take more than 25mg of zinc supplements a day unless advised to by a doctor do hope this helps you good luck
[ Symptoms ] what is a weight loss exercise for people with arthritis in feet ankles and disc herniation in neck and low back swimming irritates the neck and pain shoots down my arms walking in good sneakers pains my feet and ankles which have arthritis i can stretch but that is not enough to lose weight [ Disease ] hi with your problems seems to me it would be best if you can get in swimming its low impact on your joints and this would be really go for you so just get in swimming and do enjoy it good luck
[ Symptoms ] what exams and tests help doctors to evaluate or test people for obsessive compulsive disorder ocd [ Disease ] yes it can be related my thyroid was removed in 1973 when i was 21 yrs old due to benign adenoma i took armour for 10 yrs then switched to synthroid for 10 yrs in 1991 i began having severe hives and red burned face my family dr immediately suspected thyroid meds allergists insisted no way was it that i suffered for 8 months until my gynecologist took me off synthroid hives immediately began subsiding then on armour and hives returned but looked different took me off all hormone for 6 weeks and follow up with endocrinologist said i would feel very tired but i felt great all my levels were normal and have remained so for 21 yrs
[ Symptoms ] when can i use an iud [ Disease ] i only recommend iuds to girls who are monogamous who have had their family and are at the point where they do not ever want to conceive again or they do not care to have another pregnancy and then an iud may be another option for them is an iud something that could cause you to become infertile it seems that the iud is a form of birth control that if you are not monogamous and you go out and have another partner the bacteria is different and so there is a string with the iud that allows for bacteria to go up into your uterus and out the fallopian tubes and cause a possibility of pelvic inflammatory disease and infertility so i would not put it into a young girl who has not had their family and i would put it into someone who is at the point where they have had their kids and they say they are done and it is a great form of birth control they do not have to think about and like i said the new mirena iud can even make their periods lighter and most women are thrilled they do not want heavier periods they want lighter periods
[ Symptoms ] i have been sick for over 4 years i have stomach pain cramps diarrhea mild constipation mild headache mild nausea fatigued [ Disease ] what are the benefits of dental bridges bridges can restore your smile restore your ability to properly chew and speak maintain the shape of your face distribute the forces in your bite properly by replacing missing teeth prevent remaining teeth from drifting out of position
[ Symptoms ] can a woman get pregnant using the withdrawal method of birth control [ Disease ] i am proof positive the withdrawal method doesnt always work my daughter was conceived using the withdrawal method
[ Symptoms ] i have athlete is foot on the hands and feet or eczema [ Disease ] atheletes foot seems to have got a secondary bacterial infection less likely to be an eczema as the eczema lesions are somewhat different from the ones you are having get a second opinion from a good dermatologist oral antibiotics will help the lesions heal faster
[ Symptoms ] my hiv test came back negative a positive test person was in the room before me could i have been exposed to hiv i touched the countertop doorknob of the room etc [ Disease ] hi ovarian cysts are known for recurrence depending on the hormonal changes in your body thogh this is not the only cause of the pain get a ultrasound abdomen and rule out cysts consult a gynecologist thanks
[ Symptoms ] i frequently get horrible headaches out of no where when i get up in morning i always feel light headed nauseous over the last two years i have been experiencing sudden awful headaches where my vision becomes blurry and no pain relievers or anything seem to help my doctor said could be migranes but has not done anything to determine weather or not that is the case any suggestions on other things to try to reduce this problem or if i should seek different medical attention [ Disease ] yes many other medical conditions lead to osteoporosis diabetes vitamin deficiency menopause hyperthyroidism celiac disease asthma etc cause osteoporosis
[ Symptoms ] can hiv cause throat inflammation as a presenting symptom [ Disease ] lupus is an autoimmune aw toe ih myoon disease your body is immune system is like an army with hundreds of soldiers the immune system is job is to fight foreign substances in the body like germs and viruses but in autoimmune diseases the immune system is out of control it attacks healthy tissues not germs you can not catch lupus from another person it is not cancer and it is not related to aids lupus is a disease that can affect many parts of the body everyone reacts differently one person with lupus may have swollen knees and fever another person may be tired all the time or have kidney trouble someone else may have rashes lupus can involve the joints the skin the kidneys the lungs the heart andor the brain if you have lupus it may affect two or three parts of your body usually one person does not have all the possible symptoms there are three main types of lupus systemic lupus erythematosus eh rith eh muh toe sus is the most common form it is sometimes called sle or just lupus the word systemic means that the disease can involve many parts of the body such as the heart lungs kidneys and brain sle symptoms can be mild or serious discoid lupus erythematosus mainly affects the skin a red rash may appear or the skin on the face scalp or elsewhere may change color drug induced lupus is triggered by a few medicines it is like sle but symptoms are usually milder most of the time the disease goes away when the medicine is stopped more men develop drug induced lupus because the drugs that cause it hydralazine and procainamide are used to treat heart conditions that are more common in men
[ Symptoms ] what to eat with hsp my 5yr old grandson was diagnosed with h s p 2 weeks ago has severe tummy pains sore joints a rash on lower body he is hardly eaten since diagnosis and his mum is trying to get as much liquid into him as possible also a probiotic powder recommended by the chemist he is lost so much weight and was a little light weight before all this happened can you suggest anything he could eat that would make him feel a little bit better or can you advise of any food or liquid he should avoid jackie [ Disease ] bland diet while no specific diet is recommended for those diagnosed with henoch schönlein purpura you can lessen gastrointestinal symptoms by adhering to a bland diet a bland diet can be as simple as refraining from eating any spicy foods to a more strict brat diet the brat diet consists of bananas rice applesauce and toast this combination is generally well tolerated by those with an upset stomach liquids it is important to remain hydrated when suffering from henoch schönlein purpura the condition normally clears up on its own over a period of weeks but during that time it is important to take in sufficient water sports drinks herbal teas and broth to remain hydrated avoid milk soft drinks and caffeinated beverages which can increase dehydration
[ Symptoms ] i have had chronic diarrhea for 5 months now 55 60 bm is per week with every conceivable test done solution i have no other side effects cramps headaches etc just the diarrhea have had 2 ct is an endoscopy colonoscopy three ultrasounds two rounds of blood urine and stool work ups a gluten free diet extnesive allergy testing and six different medicationsprobiotics and no solution found am now on morphine sulfate to slow it down possible cause and treatment [ Disease ] if you have not already you should try the low fodmap diet which is often helpful with individuals suffering from irritable bowel syndrome it was designed by australian researchers at monash university and is being used more and more you first need to find a dietitian who specializes in digestive health and is familiar with fodmaps go to eatright org to find one in your area you will work with him or her to eliminate foods that contain potentially problematic carbohydrates including lactose fructose fructans sugar alcohols and galactans for a period of time 1 2 weeks if it helps you will know as soon as a few days you also might want to try a probiotic that has been found to be effective managing diarrhea look for probiotics that have research behind them for more on digestive health see this webmd article do not give up you can find a solution
[ Symptoms ] what are the most healthy foods to stock in my refrigerator and freezer [ Disease ] scabies lives under the skin in humans those tiny little insects will not live on your couch or chair or they would quickly starve to death your furniture is safe if you feel better just clean your furniture with any product that is safe for the fabric or just vacuum thoroughly but this is really not necessary scabies lives under the skin in humans those tiny little insects will not live on your couch or chair or they would quickly starve to death your furniture is safe if you feel better just clean your furniture with any product that is safe for the fabric or just vacuum thoroughly but this is really not necessary
[ Symptoms ] is continuing to smoke cigarettes throughout pregnancy safer than simply quitting my freind is girlfriend told him that her doctor informed her that it was safer for their unborn child to continue smoking through the remaining 8 months of pregnancy rather than having her simply quit now due to the baby going through nicotine withdrawals no one was there with her when this happened it sounds like bs to me but can anyone back this up trying to look out for my friend is unborn child so thanks everyone in advance [ Disease ] smoking in any way or of any form is beneficial for any one born or not born so if any one is saying this is not making any sense at all it is true that quitting at a sudden will sat you on mood swing or uneasiness or carving for smoking there are many other ways by which you can lower your withdrawal symptom of smoking you can advice you friend to use nicotine gum or chimtix both are anti smoking medicine which will help your friend from leaving this evil for more information on how these anti smoking drugs work you can visit topdrugmart
[ Symptoms ] i start with a healthy erection during sex but it never lasts very long could this be ed or some kind of mental block [ Disease ] it is very very normal if you are feeling stressed worried fatigued anxious pressured or guilty quit thinking with the head on your shoulders and things should work out just fine
[ Symptoms ] does mrsa have any link at all to group b strep [ Disease ] i am not sure what you mean by link if you are asking whether the two bacteria are related the answer is no if you are asking can one lead to another the answer also is no let me explain mrsa stands for methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureas a nasty bacterium that resists treatment by many antibiotic drugs interestingly mrsa can reside peaceably on the skin and a few other places such as the nasal passages in some people without ever causing a problem this is called colonization the problem arises when mrsa invades internal tissues such as through a cut or surgery a mrsa infection presents a serious health issue that requires a strong response from medical professionals group b streptococcus lives in the intestines of many people and never causes a problem that said it is a leading cause of blood and brain infections in newborns infants are susceptible to group b strep because they do not have well developed immune systems when a baby gets infected with group b strep it often happens during the birthing process as these bacteria can be present in the vagina or rectum of the woman giving birth if a woman is known to be colonized with group b strep she may receive antibiotics during labor however these two bacteria are not in any way related if a person were diagnosed with both mrsa and group b strep at the same time it would be coincidental the only possible link between the two would be a weakened or suppressed immune system a person with a weakened immune system would be less able to fight off any type of bacterial infection and so this person would be more likely to come down with multiple infections caused by different bacteria wishing you well
[ Symptoms ] how are arrhythmias diagnosed [ Disease ] tests used to diagnose an arrhythmia or determine its cause include electrocardiogram holter monitor event monitor stress test echocardiogram cardiac catheterization electrophysiology study eps head up tilt table test
[ Symptoms ] can you get pink eye from using someone else is computer keyboard or phone [ Disease ] there is really not much point in washing your face before exercise you need to cleanse your skin after exercising and sweating in order to make sure you do not develop blocked pores or possible fungal infections of the skin interestingly it is equally important to thoroughly dry your skin after exercising fungal infections such as jock itch can arise if the skin stays damp so be sure to towel off thoroughly and perhaps apply powder if you can not get completely dry ps women can get jock itch too hope this helps no i dont think it is wise to do this especially if you wash it with hotwarm water leaves the skin dry
[ Symptoms ] back pain exercises [ Disease ] here is a slideshow that is about exercises for back pain <link> and another <link> i personally find bridges to be very helpful
[ Symptoms ] what is the strongest over the counter headachepain reliever medicine [ Disease ] there is no stronger over the counter medication for headache or migraine pain relief headaches are very individualized there are several over the counter medications you can use to alleviate painful headaches these medications include acetaminophen tylenol an effective over the counter analgesic pain reliever and antipyretic fever reducer medication this medication can help with achy pain stiffness and fever however it does not have any anti inflammatory properties this is important for some types of headache relief in addition the nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug class nsaids consists of products like ibuprofen motrin advil and naproxen naprosyn aleve which work by exhibiting analgesic relief antipyretic and anti inflammatory properties lastly combination products such as excedrin migraine contain acetaminophen aspirin and caffeine these ingredients combined make a more powerful headachepain reliever than the ingredients separated out alone it is important to follow the instructions on the label of over the counter medication and not to mix products in order to prevent overdosing or toxicity monitor the frequency and intensity of your migraines to know when it is time to seek professional help and possibly the addition of a prescription medication if you are 18 or older advil migrane and excedrin migrane are really good i do not know about all around pain relievers advile migrane is a gel so it is easy to swallow and fast acting it also lasts all day excedrin migrane is supposedly the safest and #1 nuerologist reccomended migrane medicine also if you are not talking about a migrane just a really bad headache please do not take these because these are really strong drugs and can hurt you if they are in your system fro no reason
[ Symptoms ] how is the female condom used [ Disease ] vistaril atarax is the prescription brand name for generic hydroxozine – a medication that has many uses it can control nausea and vomiting which may be caused by motion sickness similar in chemical structure to many prescription and over the counter antihistamines hydroxozine is effective in allergic reactions and treating itchinghives its sedative effect can help control anxiety and tension but also cause sleepiness this drug has been around for over a half century but is not used as often anymore replaced now by newer generation drugs with less side effects
[ Symptoms ] my mother in law is bedridden shaking incontinent and virtually sleeps all day no one seems to care [ Disease ] in my opinion in ability to move is due to parkinsonism recommend you see a neurologist here bipolar disorder can be an indicator that she needs more thyroid event like attacking your father in law can be hypothyroidism see an endocrinologist as wellgood luck
[ Symptoms ] bug bites but never see a bug not bedbugs cause swelling itching redness heat to bite and hardness to area [ Disease ] most of the time people do not react to bedbug bites because of this alot of people who have them do not even know it my wife and i had to deal with an infestation my wife reacted to the bites which caused intense itchyness but not much else i however did not react or feel anything you can a trap to see if you have an infestation and if you catch one you will know i hope this helps and good luck
[ Symptoms ] diagnosed with pmr polymyalgia rheumatica 20 months ago and has gradually reduced his steroid dosage to zero [ Disease ] most helpful answer you have an anxiety disorder so you will likely worry no matter what i tell you unfortunately it would be impossible to determine the true nature of your recent event based solely on the information in your posting so you will need to wait until you see your doctor someone who knows your medical history and can examine you if your doctor or cardiologist feels it is clinically important they can order an event monitor where you can record any future episodes as an ecg for later review
[ Symptoms ] what are the risk factors for gallstones [ Disease ] i recommend speaking with your health care provider as soon as possible because topamax is not recommended for use in pregnant women because it may cause harm to the fetus your health care provider needs to re evaluate your condition and truly talk with you about the risks versus the benefits
[ Symptoms ] if a patient is hospitalized in observation can aspiration be prevented [ Disease ] these are the foods that irritate a damaged esophageal lining and should be limited or eaten in small portions citrus fruits and juices tomato products chili peppers pepper spicy food it is important when you are in an emotional state to try and eat balanced meals and snacks and keep yourself as well nourished as possible because not eating can make matters worse emotionally and physically
[ Symptoms ] i am a 32 year old asian woman i am suffering from dry sensitive acne prone skin what can i do to improve my skin [ Disease ] your first step is to exclude any underlying medical problems such as endocrine or hormonal or collagen vascular issues that may lead to a change in the condition of your skin next your goal is to continue rehydrating your skin especially after showers avoid very hot shower and use rehydrating natural oils that contain hyaluronic acid continue to use compounds that contain tretinoin topical tretinoin assists with cell turnover and collagen building
[ Symptoms ] hi i am a 28 year old female i have had a pea sized lump near anus have had as long as can remember painless unchanged skin colored soft but not completely seems attached to skin but not really under it have had looked at and drs said was nothing concerning and one could not understand why i would want removed i have hemmeroids but this does not seem the same want to know what it could be first noticed it when i was about 10 [ Disease ] hi for your question i have searched the internet and it said 16 of cancers are caused by viruses or bacteria strictly speaking cancer is not contagious but a fair number of cancers are clearly caused by viral or bacterial infections lymphomas can be triggered by the epstein barr virus which also causes mononucleosis
[ Symptoms ] how do i inject copaxone [ Disease ] this is most probably irritable bowel disease symptomatized by constipation high fober diet spasmodigestin will make a progress also i need you to do thyroid profile and cbc
[ Symptoms ] can you get any std from having a escort touch your testicals i received oral sex from an escort and i had a condom on but she held it down and her fingers touched the bottom of my penis and she touched my balls with her hand and fingers is there any danger at all with regular contact between her hand and my groin area [ Disease ] only if the escort prostitute had herpes on her hands or still had viable pathogens on her hands from the client just before you i do not think so is herpes on the hands very visible and is it treatable
[ Symptoms ] 2 weeks ago diagnosed w bladder infection still having pain under ribs right side back pain shooting abdomen pain two weeks ago i presented with nausea and loss of appetite saw a pa and she only tested for pregnancy which was negative two days later i started having shooting pains under my right side rib also in the lower right abdomen and back pain i returned to the pa who ran a urine test and determined it was a bladder infection i finished a 5 day round of antibiotics which completed last tuesday my symptoms have not abated please help this pain under my rib is disconcerting [ Disease ] no she is wrong allergies are not contagious
[ Symptoms ] iv inserted in jugular vein is causing vision problems and pain in back of head [ Disease ] hi it seems that the tube site is infected leading to cellulitis of the surrounding soft tissues you may need to be started on antibiotics and anti inflammatory tablets if the local temperature of the skin is raised then fibrinolytic tablets like trypsin chymotrypsin may help thanks