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[ Symptoms ] is it safe to have an overian cyst while pregnant [ Disease ] the human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis b virus are transmitted in similar ways and it is not uncommon for an individual to have both infections persons with hiv who acquire hepatitis b are more likely to become chronically infected with hepatitis b than persons who do not have hiv the reason for this is thought to be that hiv suppresses the immune system and impairs the ability of the body to eliminate the hepatitis b virus some nucleoside ucleotide analogues a class of antiretroviral drugs are used to treat both hiv and hepatitis b although dosages may vary in the two different infections stopping one of these agents when the hiv regimen is adjusted may cause hepatitis to flare

[ Symptoms ] does caffeine increases the risk for conditions such as osteoporosis heart disease and cancer [ Disease ] your adductor muscles attach at the inside of your hip at the groin although uncommon it is possible to tear one of these tendons there are actually a number of tendons that come together at this point and often you can have normal function even in the absence of one of these tendons

[ Symptoms ] can colas cause liver damage i recently had what i thought was the flu after several tests were done my liver numbers were in the 1500 is i do not drink alcohol often someone had brought to my attention that drinking pepsi max can cause liver damage if consumed regularly is this true [ Disease ] hi as you can see down below its from the uk is daiymail paper this peic below is just ths opener the rest your read from the link drinking just two glasses of fruit juice or fizzy drink each day may cause long term liver damage resulting in the need for a transplant according to new research published today liver damage is usually associated with alcohol abuse but a new study has found that drinks with a high sugar content can cause a condition called fatty liver disease making them even more dangerous than alcohol abuse israeli scientists found that people who drank a litre of high sugar fizzy drinks or fresh fruit juice each day were five times more likely to develop fatty liver disease read more <link>#ixzz3ofuztznr just copy this link into google to the www to open and read should give the info you need good luck

[ Symptoms ] what causes an arrhythmia [ Disease ] arrhythmias may be caused by many different factors including coronary artery disease electrolyte imbalances in your blood such as sodium or potassium changes in your heart muscle injury from a heart attack healing process after heart surgery irregular heart rhythms can also occur in otherwise normal healthy hearts what is the difference between atrial tachycardia and svt

[ Symptoms ] will this mean my acne problem will come back a year ago i was treated for severe acne with isotetrinoin and my skin has been clear for nearly a year a few days ago i used argan oil on my face and it has triggered an allergic reaction i have broken out in loads of little spots not big pustules how soon will this take to pass over and does this mean my acne will come back and stay because of this [ Disease ] consult your dermatologist if the application of argan oil has triggered the allergic reaction you may require immediate treatment

[ Symptoms ] total cholesterol 120 triglycerides 24 hdl 69 ldl 32 are these counts seriously low i am a man aged 38 i exercise daily and am a regular in endurance sports abut 8 years ago i had depression and anxiety issues and on going panic attacks i am now concerned about my mood very irritable get angry easy and prone to impulsive anxious behaviour of course i hate this and have no real sense of stability any ideas what i am looking at here why are my values so low given that i have a very healthy diet and exercise daily help [ Disease ] hi a cholesterol level of below 200 is very desirable so 120 would be good a low triglyceride level is considered less then 50mgdl and less then 35mgdl is considered severely low a triglyceride blood test is the best way to figure out your level the blood test is performed after an eight to 12 hour period of fasting to give the most accurate results it is important to know certain medications cause abnormal test results so are you really sure it was 24 your hdl 59 is good so at 69 its even better for you your ldl levels are good at 32 anything below 100 is good you said i am now concerned about my mood very irritable get angry easy and prone to impulsive anxious behaviour this sounds very much like adhd i would see your own doctor and do go over this with himher or perhaps your doctor will pass you on to another doctor who specializes in this form of medicine do hope this helps you good luck

[ Symptoms ] my implanon is expired by 3 months having irregular bleeding and sore breast can i become pregnant if its expired i have had my implanon in for 3 years sept 26th it was placed i have not been able to get it removed but my insurance kicks in the first of the year i have had sore breast some nausea and i have had my period 3 times in less then 2 months they have not been regular ones tho i have taken a pregnancy test but was negative is there a good chance of getting pregnant while the implanon is still in place but passed the 3 year mark [ 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 ] what illnesses often co exist with bipolar disorder [ Disease ] only a doctor can diagnose you with ibs or another related gastrointestinal disorder but from what you have shared it seems your increase in bowel movements is due to your increase in fiber especially if you are not feeling abdominal pain or bloating and your bowels are not hard or really loose for more on the symptoms of ibs see this webmd article if your daily bowel movements are due to increasing your fiber as i suspect your bowels will likely evolve to less frequent as your body adapts if you feel something is wrong though do not hesitate to see your healthcare provider best of luck to you

[ Symptoms ] how can i figure out my menstural cycle so that i can become pregnant [ Disease ] medicine is used to treat some food allergies medicines to treat a severe allergic reaction or an anaphylactic reaction are packaged in a prescribed allergy kit for mild allergic reactions people often try nonprescription medicines first you can try prescription medicines if nonprescription medicines fail to control allergy symptoms or cause drowsiness or other bothersome side effects medication choices medicines used to treat a severe allergic reaction include epinephrine epinephrine is given as a shot it acts quickly to stop the further release of histamine and to relax the muscles that help you breathe antihistamines antihistamines block the action of histamine during an allergic reaction and help improve symptoms such as itching and sneezing corticosteroids these medicines help reduce inflammation medicines used to relieve mild food allergy symptoms include antihistamines and corticosteroids for hives gastrointestinal symptoms or sneezing and a runny nose bronchodilators for asthma symptoms bronchodilators relax the airways of the lungs making it easier to breathe what to think about medicines that treat symptoms of food allergies can have side effects they are typically used for short periods and are discontinued as soon as symptoms are resolved the best way to avoid symptoms is to avoid the food you are allergic to read all food labels and be aware that sometimes food allergens are called by other names on food labels there is no medicine that you can take before eating a certain food that will reliably prevent an allergic reaction to that food allergy shots desensitization therapy for food allergies are considered experimental and are not recommended a recent small study of a medicine for peanut allergy showed promising results the medicine called an anti ige drug binds to the antibodies ige released during an allergic reaction to peanut 9 a larger study is under way to find out whether this medicine is safe and effective for people who have peanut allergies webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information © 1995 2011 healthwise incorporated healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated

[ Symptoms ] how can i manage my osteoarthritis and maintain a good attitude [ Disease ] diabetics are more prone to infections infections that can get out of hand many tattoo establishments are not known for their high levels of sanitation

[ Symptoms ] will interval training help me burn more calories and more fat [ Disease ] 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 fgghfghghg

[ Symptoms ] i have felt sensations of tachycardia to the head [ Disease ] i cannot blindly treat what you are calling a heat boil over the internet you will need to see a physician in india again for a second opinion you may need an antibiotic but this is just a guess since i have no way of examining you sorry

[ Symptoms ] i have diarrhea and there is a noticable amount of mucus what could cause this should i be concerened i have had stomach cramps all day and a low grade fever about 99 1 99 5 and i just passed diarrhea and as i wiped there was a noticeable amount of mucus i am not sure if this is normal while having diarrhea or not [ Disease ] you really should not worry about getting pregnanat while on birth control your periods are being missed because of the birth control however that is completely normal i would not be concerned with it at all

[ Symptoms ] is it possible to leak fluid from my breasts but a pregnancy test says negative i have been off the depo shot since april and i have been having extremely irregular periods i have taken 2 pregnancy tests both come back negative and am now leaking fluid from my right breast i am also currently on my period but still am worried about the fluid leaking and the reason why please help [ Disease ] hi first google coming off depo shot side effects i think your other problem is to do with hormones i think its best you go see your doctor and explain things there it can take some time before things get right after depo shot depending how long you was on it if you are trying to get pregnant it could take up to 2 years its great drug good luck

[ Symptoms ] coworker says that gluten is addictive in the same manner as an opiate and in fact hits the same receptors is this true a coworker says he is not celiac but is sensitive to gluten he also claims that it is an addiction and in fact gluten hits the same receptors in the brain as opioids in fact not wanting to just give up gluten is a sign that your addicted this all of course sounds like nonsense to me i could not find any unbiased answer via google as far as the opioidgluten link though celiac is only 1 of the population he claims that 1 in 8 actually are sensitive but just do not know it thanks alex [ Disease ] excessive calorie intake and lack of calorie burning are the main causes of weight gain allergies per se does not cause weight gain but changes in food quality switching from a food that is suspected of causing allergy to one of higher calories and amounts of food can be a subtle cause if the person is not aware they are actually eating more calories failure to thrive in infants is a lack of weight gain and would not be comparable

[ Symptoms ] i have been diagnosed with genital herpes i have had my 1st outbreak why am i having so much pain in my pelvic area [ Disease ] hi could be just a skipped period but if you that worried then do a hpt or get a test at your doctors this way you will know for sure its called piece of mind good luck

[ Symptoms ] what can cause an infant boys scrotum to swell my 10 month old son has developed an almond sized lump in his scrotal sac over the last two days it has grown somewhat over the last 24 hours it has not changed in color or shape just size i can see his testicles and the lump is higher up in the scrotum right under his penis and a little to the left i think it may be an inguinal hernia but am wondering if it could possibly be something else anyone have an instances of this [ Disease ] many women experience a problem with sexual function from time to time however when the problems are persistent they can cause distress for the women and her partner and can have a negative impact on their relationship if you consistently experience these problems see your doctor for evaluation and treatment

[ Symptoms ] how do you cope with growing old [ Disease ] growing older should be considered a blessing and a gift since many people do not reach old age sure aging has some challenges but this is the price that we pay for our longevity i wonder how teenagers cope

[ Symptoms ] is it okay to have sex if i have shingles [ Disease ] that might depend on where the lesions are generally speaking shingles are not contagious however it is best to avoid touching another person with the lesions until they have healed over you should probably refrain from having sex if you are having an outbreak it is just not worth it and i have found that using a penis health creme can really help with the itchiness and the dry skin it obviously will not cure shingles but it helps with some of the symptoms you might want to check these cremes out hope this helps and good luck

[ Symptoms ] when i wake up i feel stomach aches super hot muscle soreness headachesmigraines constant hacking and sweating [ Disease ] hi just google depo side effects you may find your answer there this bc has quite a few bad ones good luck

[ Symptoms ] can a tubal ligation be reversed its been 17 and ahalf years since i have my tubes tired me and my partner would like to have a baby sometime in the next 2 to 3 years can my tubal ligation be reversed so i can get pregnant [ Disease ] this can occur due to liver related problems get liver function tests and a ultrasonography of the abdomen vitamin k levels required for normal blood clotting mechanism may be deranged due to improper liver function

[ Symptoms ] what medications can i talk to my pain management doctor about to help with my sciatica and constant migraines i am 24 years old with really bad sciatica and migraines i am seeing a pain management doctor and for now he has me on a compound cream which does nothing he talked about doing steroid shots and from everything i have read it is all been negative because they are not fda approve for the use of epidural pain relief i hate that my doctors look at me like i am a drug seeker because of me age i want to play with my son again without pain thanks in advance courtney [ Disease ] courtney let is answer your opening question honestly and directly the pain management doctor probably does not want to talk with you about medications you could discuss hydrocodone but will most likely be dismissed there is a reluctance by most pain management doctors to prescribe pain relief medication due to potential law suits yes some patients actually sue the doctor and win for causing a drug addiction unscrupulous patients who are actively addicted or those scoundrels who will sell the drugs my orthopedic doctor referred me to a pain management physician for severe sciatic type pain and lower back pain a bulging disc was confirmed through mri studies at l and s1 during my first pain management visit i was given a spinal injection of cortisone the doctor told me that it might not work so upon leaving the office i asked the r n if there was something else that could be prescribed if the procedure failed she flippantly told me to take an advil as the practice did not prescribe medicine and that narcotics would not work on nerve pain what an uncaring incompetent statement by a registered nurse or more likely it was just an outright lie on the 2nd visit i underwent a spinal epidural process both treatment modalities failed miserably and left me in excoriating pain i tried physical therapy ice packs a heating pad motion 800 mg 4x is a day and slept on an 18 wooden board without relief i returned to my orthopedic surgeon who prescribed hydrocodone 5 w325 tylenol taking three pills at bedtime actually helps additionally he scheduled me to see an orthopedic surgeon at the first available appointment during the end of august 2014 to evaluate my condition for surgical consideration i am relating my story to confirm the facts outlined in your question in 2014 many doctors are fearful of prescribing narcotic medications to a 24 year old person or even a 65 year old person something needs to change in the practice of pain management doctors take a sacred oath to do no harm i suggest that sending a patient away in severe pain without an adequate treatment pain is causing harm and goes against the principles and spirit of causing no harm i suggest that you find a doctor willing to treat your pain with medication sufficient to relieve the pain at the same time seek out a cause for your pain and have the appropriate treatment completed to resolve your condition without continuing to take pain medication no legitimate pain suffer should be forced to jump out of their skin cry in agony or find a drug supplier on the street there are surgical remedies acupuncture and implanted pain control pumps to alleviate even the most torturous pain

[ Symptoms ] do vitamins expire [ Disease ] for a simple penile yeast infection balanitis you can have sex now if you use a condom and your sore penis is up to it otherwise wait until you are symptom free i have no idea what you mean by a cyst condition and which antibiotic you are taking and for why so i would suggest you call your doctor for patient specific advice someone who knows the details of your case if you do have sex while you are still experiencing a yeast infection make sure that you use a condom however it is often best to try to wait until the yeast infection is gone just to reduce the risk of spreading it it also can sometimes be a little sore on the penis when the yeast infection is in full power make sure you maintain proper overall penis health by using a quality penis nutrient cream health professionals recommend man1 man oil look for one that includes a superior antioxidant like alpha lipoic acid good luck you could always use a condom but if not wait a few weeks for sure it would not be a bad idea to use an antibacterial penis health creme too i use one called man1 man oil just to be sure things are nice and clean down there because as we all know condoms are always a good idea until you are in the moment hope this helps and good luck

[ Symptoms ] can a female human get pregnant from a horse i do not think i am pregnant with a horse is baby but could this even happen [ Disease ] no and you have too much time on your hands to think about these things cross species fertization of this type is impossible with the exception of pegasis

[ Symptoms ] what can i say to a friend while she is having an anxiety attack my friend has generalized anxiety disorder and she has panic attacks pretty often once or twice a week typically and when it is the worst daily they get bad and it is pretty scary i was wondering what i can dosay to her that will stop the anxiety attack or make it less bad so she does not have to leave class she has a fear of throwing up that is often what causes the panic attacks even when she just has a stomachache she freaks out she is on treatment but it can only help so much [ Disease ] if you qualify for medicaid and wish to receive financial help from the government to cover the cost of your health plan you must take medicaid however if you do not wish to have medicaid you can buy a silver or gold plan through the ny state exchange as long as you pay for it in full with no subsidy if you apply for financial help and your current income qualifies you for medicaid you are going to be required to take medicaid so the only way to avoid medicaid in your case is to pay for the private plan 100 on your own

[ Symptoms ] does using an elliptical machine at the gym burn more calories than running on the street or bike riding [ Disease ] most helpful answer the foreskin will automatically retract during intercourse that is the beauty of the design you need not retract it before insertion nor can you prevent it from retraction during sex if his penis is overly sensitive just slow down the process and make sure that the parts are well lubricated it will be fine the vast majority of men on this planet are uncircumcised just the way that god made them so things will be fine as far as penetration is concerned experiment with a few different positions it is likely that more than an inch is happening i am not circumcised and my foreskin sometimes retracts during intercourse and sometime it does not the more enlarged with blood my penis is the less the skin retracts i used to always retract it when first married but then found that the foreskin can act as a way of aiding penetration if penetration is started when while the foreskin is on the head of the penis most uncircumcised guys i have talked to say that their penis is sensitive enough so that if the foreskin rolls back and exposes the penile head during intercourse they are very aware of it most like that a few do not about half of the boys in the town where i grew up were uncut about half cut because there were two doctors delivering babies one tried to talk all parents into leaving their boys intact the other tried to talk all parents into having their boys uncircumcised in my opinion the majority of uncircumcised males can tell if their foreskin is retracted during intercourse based on my conversations with other uncircumcised males as far as penetration you can get a good idea of how much penetration there is by measuring on top the length of your penis then during intercourse put a hand down there during fullest penetration you can manage and see where on your penis a finger hits how much penis is still outside the vagina then you will have a pretty good answer as to how much penetration there is hi your foreskin should be able to move freely if its still a bit tight you should try to get him to slowly stretch it both sideways and length ways massage some baby oil into it before he starts and slowly he should find it starts moving better for him he needs to get it moving better and slowly the sensitivity will go also washing behind it daily will help as well the sensitivity if he finds that by doing this he gets pe premature ejaculation then he should go and do an exercise called edging he can find out how to do this on pegym com under exercises hope this helps for some good sexual encounters good luck

[ Symptoms ] while giving b12 injection gave into sciatic nerve is that possible foot twiching [ Disease ] i certainly do not know enough about you or your case to pronounce you well and free of all cardiac disease if you are worried about the status of your heart see a cardiologist and have an ecg taken on a treadmill if the cardiologist pronounces you heart healthy then you can be assured that all is well

[ Symptoms ] my husband takes 1000 metformin 2 daily and 50 januvia once sugars are still high why [ Disease ] he may not be following his diabetic diet or he needs a change in his medication regime or both he should see his medical provider or endocrinologist to get to the bottom of this issue unfortunately this is not something that can be solved blindly over the internet

[ Symptoms ] how are bacterial and viral infections diagnosed [ Disease ] you should see your primary care medical provider an emergency room is really not the best place for the on going management of hypertension high blood pressure buy your own blood pressure cuff and start taking readings at home write the down and give them to your medical provider to review

[ Symptoms ] family history of aarskog scott syndrome does ultrasound of my baby show hypertolerism [ Disease ] it is likely not much will change with your plan insurance plans that existed before the affordable care act aca are considered “grandfathered plans” and are not subject to reform employer based plans that change substantially must comply with the aca by instituting new insurance reforms such as not excluding individuals with pre existing conditions and banning lifetime limits on coverage beginning in 2015 businesses with 50 or more employees must make their plans affordable for their employees or face a penalty if the monthly premiums cost more than 9 5 percent of your income it is considered unaffordable small businesses employing 50 or fewer people are still not required to offer insurance but they can continue to offer it if they currently do alternatively they may also join their state is health insurance exchange and purchase insurance through it it is possible that the mix of new penalties and incentives under health reform will lead some employers to drop coverage altogether but it is very difficult to determine at this point whether this will occur and how many workers it may impact if this does occur the good news is that there will be some new options as i mentioned previously for many more individuals—including expanded medicaid offerings and new marketplaces called health insurance “exchanges ”

[ Symptoms ] can supplements help lower cholesterol like red yeast rice or niacin i do not want to take any more drugs if i do not have i take meds for high blood pressure and diabetes [ Disease ] not likely but you are playing sex games that tend to escalate over time if you have no intention of getting pregnant you may want to consider going on a contraceptive like the birth control pill now if not make your boyfriend put on a condom so you can stay as far away as possible from ejaculate

[ Symptoms ] bumpy stools with a light green tint hello webmd i am new to this forum okay so as the title says for a couple of months now i have weird bumpy stools that have a green tint to it i am 15 and i have had anxiety since last year and i also lost about 10kg since last year maybe because of the added activity and eating less junk but anyway what could this be [ Disease ] no you can safely sleep with commercial earplugs homemade ones perhaps not earplugs made with a wad of cotton can become trapped in the ear but those inexpensive foam ones designed to block ambient noise are fine to use have a good night is sleep as long as the ear plugs are well fitted to your ears you should be fine you obviously do not want them to be able to get inside the ear canal where they could be difficult to remove

[ Symptoms ] hi i have headake for 3 years and i try all medicine<negative_smiley> hi please healp me [ Disease ] if i am not mistaken the mayo clinic studied this and said only one anti biotic has been shown to impact birth control is effectiveness at all it is rifampin out of an abundance of caution some doctors suggest using a second form of birth control for a month i am not sure how much it is affecting your life now or how much an unwanted pregnancy would mess things up i never bothered with an extra form of birth control bc of anti biotics but surely one month of a back up will not hurt

[ Symptoms ] how is the fifth disease virus spread and should i be isolated if i have fifth disease [ Disease ] the virus of fifth disease is spread mostly by droplets this means that when an infected person coughs or sneezes the virus can be spread however once the rash is present the person is usually no longer infectious and need not be isolated

[ Symptoms ] i have a tumor on my scalp [ Disease ] a mole of the scalp that may be benign but must be checked for malignancy a year ago is long time for a malignancy to be there but it can not be left like that without investigations see a dermatologist asap

[ Symptoms ] what increases the risk of getting human immunodeficiency virus hiv infection [ Disease ] no there is an otc ibuprofen liquid sold under its brand name as well as various chain store brands it is limited for use by infants 6 23 months i suggest contacting the pediatrician before giving a 2 month old infant any otc products

[ Symptoms ] what are the odds my husband gets the same cancer his siter died of and his brother now has [ Disease ] i do not know what kind of cancer that his sister and brother have

[ Symptoms ] my grandaughter appears to be missing a vaginal orifice is this a known condition her pediatrician ordered a cream to be applied to the area when she was 3 yrs old but she would not tolerate it [ Disease ] hi hypothyroidism is very dangerous on your baby so your doctor should make sure to follow the guidlines which are first trimester tsh 0 1 – 2 5 miul second trimester tsh 0 2 – 3 0 miul third trimester tsh 0 3 – 3 0 miul he should make sure to control tsh if your gynecologist does not know the guidelines then tell him or switch him good luck

[ Symptoms ] i have terrible bone pain and muscle spasms is it due to celiac disease or other condition [ Disease ] in my opinion no cancer but the increase in calcium levels can be a bad sign it means body is compansating from your bones osteoporosis which can cause sever bone pain i recommend that you see an orthopedic doctor for vit d and calcium supplementsavoid pregnany or breastfeeding if possiblegood luck

[ Symptoms ] what to do in anxiety attack i have the same issue i am scared to do anything i had a car accedient 2 weeks after my son was born i was ok for awhile but this just took over my body i do not like this feeling and i have been on lorazapam it helped but is that how i want to live my life i have been to er and they have given me moraphine that was ok [ Disease ] as a former plastic surgery nurse i have worked with women who have had ruptured breast implants of various types let me start by reassuring you and your mom that even if her implant is the silicone type she is not in imminent danger of poisoning she should however have her breast evaluated preferably by the implanting surgeon if she can not see the surgeon who performed her surgery i would suggest she see a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon if your mom knows the implant is ruptured because it deflated then this is a sign the implant was the saline type this type of implant is filled with saline solution basically saltwater which identical to a substance our bodies produce naturally when a saline breast implant ruptures the body usually absorbs all the fluid without any problems it is nearly impossible to tell when a silicone style implant has ruptured the gold standard for diagnosing a ruptured silicone breast implant is an mri scan this is why your mom should visit a plastic and reconstructive surgeon soon he or she can evaluate the breast implant and determine the appropriate course of action rest assured however that a ruptured implant is not generally considered dangerous

[ Symptoms ] how do i choose breakfast [ Disease ] hi repeated shoulder dislocations leads to more dislocations so first line of treatment is try avoid further dislocations avoid puting your arm in any abduction external rotation position apply this in gym avoid dislocation exercises second you can do physical therapy to help avoid further dislocation by maintaining optimal muscle power third is the surgical treatment yes it can be ignored but by time the longer you ignore the easier it gets dislocated from simple activity good luck

[ Symptoms ] what is the long term outlook for patients with congestive heart failure [ Disease ] most helpful answer the primary approach to properly managing acid reflux should be to actively identify and avoid certain foods that trigger your symptoms here are some of the common foods that can trigger acid reflux • fatty foods • acidic foods like citrus fruits or tomatoes and tomato containing products • coffee caffeinated beverages or alcohol • chocolate or peppermint • spicy foods • garlic or onions also try to refrain from lying down after meals eating too much in one sitting eating less than two hours before going to bed or exercising or eating too quickly quitting smoking and losing weight may also alleviate symptoms as well i would suggest journaling your dietary intake and activities each day so that you can notice any trends in what might be provoking your symptoms if you continue to experience acid reflux symptoms remedies might include over the counter products or prescription medication certain alkaline foods may help to neutralize acid reflux too but it is more important to prevent acid reflux from occurring in the first place by avoiding your triggers consult with your doctor about long term treatmentmanagement options and visit the webmd heartburngerd health center for more information <link>

[ Symptoms ] my cell phone caught fire and i was exposed to chemical fumes [ Disease ] you will need to see a medical provider so you can have this lump properly examined a description is never sufficient information when making an accurate diagnosis as much as i would like to help you it would not be in your best interest to make blind guesses over the internet i understand totally and thanks for responding i am aware it could be many different things i should have been a little more clear on what i wanted to know and that is can a lymph node be totally pinched off in the skin fold i always thought that they were a little deeper below the skin as i mentioned i can completely pinch this bump in the skin and can feel nothing directly beneath it when i do not looking for an actual diagnosis that i know is not possible over the internet just want to know if its possible to completely pinch a lymph node in the skin as mentioned thanks very much thanks for responding would not a hair follicle or blind spot have a little redness or pain to it though this little bump is very hard small and completely painless and un noticeable to the eye i have only noticed it the last 4 months but have no idea on how long it has actually been there for kind of found it by accident really thanks again hi after reading your post and reply it could just be a blind spot or the site of a hair follicle that is growing inwards it happens hope this helps you good luck

[ Symptoms ] with the aca is there a one year waiting period for coverage for a pre existing condition [ Disease ] no the law does away with any limits for pre existing health conditions

[ Symptoms ] i developed breathing difficulties approx 2 years ago which have worsened daily since [ Disease ] there is a certain level of immunity that occurs after someone has a case of walking pneumonia it is not permanent though and it is unclear how long it lasts so you could at some point develop walking pneumonia again when it does recur it may be milder

[ Symptoms ] i have irritationredness just on the inside of the tip of the penis does this sound like a uti or a std [ Disease ] i would advice to repeatedly wash off your eyes with cold tap water then switch off lights and be in dark for a minute then turn on light to see if you have sensitivity to light if you experience sensitivity to light then it is advisable to visit a doctor hope it helps

[ Symptoms ] after hearing and reading in blogs that orajel is bad because it hardens the gums i am wondering is that true [ Disease ] hi the bruises are quite significant and should not be neglected local heparin gel should be applied for the bruise to reduce down keep the limb elevated do not apply anything warm or hot apply ice packs check for platelet insufficiency thanks

[ Symptoms ] i have abdominal pains legs are numb and weak can you help me [ Disease ] that would be a normal period pains…but using tampons pose a risk of toxic shock syndrome tss as they give bacteria the perfect environment to multiply inside the vagina while also preventing vaginal cleaning and impacting on vaginal ph so the vagina is more favourable to harmful strains of bacteria and cannot clean out bacteria… you can take an antispasmodic and analgesic if needed if there are any signs of infection like itching and discharge other than blood with odour then you need you consult a gynaecologist…

[ Symptoms ] i have episodes where at first i feel really confused and then fall into a daze [ Disease ] hi this seems to be a psychological disorder and mri obviously will not show anything significant you seem to be in lot of stress and you need a consultation with a psychiatrist and a counsellor de stress yourself with yoga and meditation anxiolytic medicines can help thanks

[ Symptoms ] i am a female age 19 weight 101 lbs height 58 i want a bmi of 19 what should my diet look how long should it take to reach this bmi if i am gaining weight at a healthy pace [ Disease ] i am sorry you are dealing with an abnormal pap smear result before i get to your questions about hpv let is back up for just a moment an abnormal pap smear does not necessarily indicate you have human papillomavirus hpv the pap test specifically screens women for cervical cancer an abnormal pap result does not mean you have cervical cancer in fact most abnormal pap test results are not cancer at all certainly hpv can cause cervical cancer however you need to receive a special test not unlike a pap test actually in which the cells of your cervix are tested for hpv in answer to your question hpv is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases the centers for disease control estimate as many as 50 of sexually active men and women get hpv at some point in their lives often people who are infected with it have no symptoms so while it is not exactly true to say hpv can lie dormant in your system it is accurate to say you can be infected with hpv and live with it for many years without knowing it your gynecologist probably will want to discuss your abnormal pap test result with you when that happens you will have the opportunity to discuss your concerns about hpv i hope you find this response helpful

[ Symptoms ] what does a positive tb test look like [ Disease ] no but if you test positive you should consult your doctor immediately about discontinuing birth control

[ Symptoms ] my penis when erect bends an approximate of 20 to the left and a little upwards normal peyronie is i measured it using a protractor i put the protractor on the centre of my penis lengthwise with one side of the 180 line facing my belly i then traced an imaginary line from the urinary opening to the protractor is that the way to do it if it is not i would love some advice on how to do it properly and is it really peyronie is disease or simply normal i am a 16 year old indian by the way 5 7 and 138 pounds besides acne which is fading i have no other disease [ Disease ] bedbugs are bloodsuckers that feed mostly on humans it is a myth that they are too small to see in fact they look like apple seeds or lentils the first sign that you have a problem you will wake up to find itchy welts on your skin frequently in groups of three one each to indicate your guest is breakfast lunch and dinner you might also spot pepper flake like particles delicately called bedbug dirt

[ Symptoms ] mom has a horrible case of shingles from her spine down right leg she had shot 312 months of pain so far why my mom had shingles shot 2 years ago she has got a painful case from spine down her leg she went from very strong to very weak in last 312 months she can barely walk and her leg foot is numb what can be done to help her recover why did she get it so bad [ Disease ] hi these twitches and the aches are usually caused by calcium and vitamin deficiency moreover hormonal changes ate your age increase the problems you should eat healthy diet with high calcium intake and exercise regularly to strenghthen the muscle tone calcium and vitamin supplements with protein powders will help vitamin d can be taken to accelerate the recovery thanks

[ Symptoms ] is it safe for a man to handle his wife is fertility medicine [ Disease ] whenever patients think about treating themselves i caution them to take a step back you might do something that will destroy the root under the gum or you might do something that causes a potentially serious infection please call your local dentist for help do not try to treat yourself it is dangerous

[ Symptoms ] when you have hepatitis a as a child does it stay in you system for the rest of your life [ Disease ] every exercise session should start with a warm up please check with your doctor before starting any exercise program if any of the following exercises causes pain do not continue the activity and seek the advice of a doctor or physical therapist while performing these exercises maintain good posture keep your back straight do not curve or slump your back make sure your movements are controlled and slow avoid quick jerking movements do not bounce do not hold your breath during these exercises ankle pumping sit on the floor with your feet straight out in front of you keeping your heels on the floor lift your toes up as far as you can hold for a count of five knee straightening raise your foot to fully straighten your knee out in front of you hold for a count of five lower your foot to the floor repeat on other side hip bending lift one knee up toward the ceiling as you lower this knee raise your other knee alternate each leg as if you were marching in place while sitting overhead reaching raise one arm straight over your head with your palm facing away from you keep your elbow straight slowly lower your arm to your side repeat with other arm shoulder touching sit with your arms at your sides and your palms facing up bend your elbows until your hands are touching your shoulders lower your hands to your sides single arm lifts sit with your arms at your sides fingers pointing toward the floor raise one arm out to your side keeping your elbow straight and your palm facing down slowly lower your arm to your side repeat with your other arm shoulder shrugs keeping your back straight lift your shoulders up and forward toward your ears release your shoulders down and back in a smooth circular motion arm circles sit with your arms at your sides fingers pointing toward the floor raise both arms out from your sides about 1 or 2 feet from your body keeping your elbows straight and your palms facing toward you rotate your arms in small circles single shoulder circles bending one elbow put your fingertips on your shoulder rotate your shoulder and elbow clockwise then counter clockwise repeat with each arm

[ Symptoms ] is chicken box related to herpes [ Disease ] yes both chicken pox varicella and herpes are a similar herpes virus strain

[ Symptoms ] can you get pregnant during your break week on birth control pills [ Disease ] no there is absolutely no medical evidence that a pneumonia vaccine causes als

[ Symptoms ] what are the symptoms of stomach cancer [ Disease ] in its early stages stomach cancer typically causes vague often mild symptoms that a person may describe as indigestion nausea loss of appetite heartburn or pain the problem is millions of people without stomach cancer experience these symptoms every day when should a person with vague stomach or abdominal symptoms seek medical attention that is a hard question to answer because stomach cancer is still uncommon in the u s and screening for it with invasive testing called endoscopy carries small but real risks screening everyone with indigestion might cause more harm than good as stomach cancer becomes more advanced weight loss bleeding more severe nausea and vomiting and blockage of the exit of food from the stomach can occur if you are concerned about stomach cancer the best thing is to see your doctor and discuss your symptoms my father died half a yr ago from stomach cancer and i have an uncle and a cousin died from stomach cancer now my symptoms are nauseated all day i want to eat all the time which is not like me to do so even when i eat i still nauseated one point i have a chronic ulcer can that convert to cancer my chronic ulcer

[ Symptoms ] diffuse large b cell lymphoma – primary mediastima abnormal non mass like circumferential mucosal hyperdensity present [ Disease ] hi most probably it seems to be a recurred hernia the bowel contents may have herniated through the mesh which may have given out a soft tissue collection needs to be ruled out ct scan of abdomen will help thanks

[ Symptoms ] i keep having chest pains when its not in my chest its in my back my arms go numb back burns i get dizzy and i pass out [ Disease ] agents that damage the liver are particularly harmful in patients who already have hepatitis b for this reason it is recommended that persons with hepatitis b avoid drinking alcohol

[ Symptoms ] i stopped shaving my legs 4 months ago and the regrowth is still unbearably itchy what could be the problem i am a 26 year old male who used to shave his legs i stopped shaving 4 months ago and the regrowth was predictably itchy but it is been 4 months and my legs are still unbearably itchy this can not be normal there is no rash or red bumps it seems like the new hairs are just getting caught on my clothes even though most of them are over an inch long now i did not have this problem before i started shaving them the itch is so intense it is often all i can think about and it is all over my legs [ Disease ] there are chances of cardioembolic stroke some clot or infected vegetation particle that your ophthalmologist is suspecting cardiologist will do echocardio and see if any source of that in your heart for prevention of stroke you take one high dose of aspirin 325 mg and atorvastatin 80 mg and then aspirin 150 mg with atorvastatin 40 mg every day if it is not infected vegetation as in infective endocarditis then you can prevent stroke and any other infarction for further information consult a cardiologist online > <link>

[ Symptoms ] hello i play football and i always end up with a rash on my chin and forehead anything i can do it first starts out red and patchy but then turns brownish greyish it then peels about every two weeks i have used slip on covers for my chisntrap and the results do not change sun exposure also makes it much much darker any ideas on medications or what i have someone said it might be a heat rash and there is nothing i can do about it any ideas [ Disease ] i used to play football and suffered from this as well i personally put a little bit of vaseline on my chin and forehead before putting on my helmet it helped also if that doesnt work try putting a fungicide on your chin guard and the inside of your helmet it could be a form of jock itch you get sweaty in those helmets and they can be a breeding ground for all sorts of things hope this helps

[ Symptoms ] diffuse large b cell lymphoma – primary mediastima abnormal non mass like circumferential mucosal hyperdensity present [ Disease ] its a bit of concern definitly not a heart burn for sure get follow up tests every 3 months to see any secondary cancer metastasis

[ Symptoms ] alcoholic drinks and extreme gassiness + digestion so i have noticed that whenever i drink alcoholic beverages though its rare that the day after i am extremely gassy and also very hungry the day after that is followed by urgency of having to go at least 4 times during the day i usually go 3 and the urgency on a regular day is a lot less extreme why does alcohol do this to me i am thinking it may be wiping out all my good bacteria in my gut though i have not had these symptoms in the past i was drinking more frequently am i normal [ Disease ] alcohol consumption can and does affects how the gastrointestinal gi functions which can vary from person to person it also increases appetite alcohol slows down emptying from the stomach causing bloating and gas it also can reduce the strength of the rectum resulting in loose more frequent stools it could be you are more sensitive to alcohol is effect or notice it more because you drink infrequently if you feel there is another problem going on do not hesitate to see your doctor

[ Symptoms ] how can i change the timing of a bowel movement from 5 am to a more convenient time which will not affect sleeping this problem began after i started taking flomax for enlarged prostate even though i do not have to take to flomax anymore the 5 am bowel movement which wakes me up every morning has not ceased it has really affected my work since i rarely can go back to sleep until 7 when i used to wake up i am reluctant to take any laxatives because not sure of their effect on my system i am not constipated [ Disease ] you could try increasing the amount of fiber in your diet during the day along with plenty of water avoid eating a large meal at night have a larger breakfast and lunch your bowels are basically waking up before you want so this would be my best suggestion for a natural solution

[ Symptoms ] how painful is herpes simplex [ Disease ] its a salivary gland tumour its malignancy staging needs to be done by doing histopathological lesion biopsy depending on the stage further management can be decided mostly surgical treatment would be needed

[ Symptoms ] what are the chance of becoming pregnant having unprotected sex one day before my fertile window and 5 days before ovu my last period ended on december 28th 2013 my cycle length is about 35 days long i have a 2 year old already so it would not be much of a problem but i was trying to hold off till i was finish with all the schooling i wanted to do we had unprotected sex on the 8th this month my fertility window started the 9th and ovulation suppose to be the 13th just wanted to know my chance of actually getting pregnant oh we have not had sex since then lol [ Disease ] most helpful answer there is definitely a chance since viable sperm can remain for nearly a week if you do not want to get pregnant you only have two choices no sexual intercourse or using an effective contraceptive method you will just need to sweat it out for a while perhaps take a few home pregnancy tests until you are sure

[ Symptoms ] i have a itchy rash that comes and goes what could be causing this the rash appears in different areas of my body for an example a rash showed up on my wrist and stayed a while and went away later the same day it appeared on my stomach and then on my thighs etc its itchy while it is present at one point my hands first turned red and then start to itch really bad to the point i had to wash my hands repeatedly i work in the medical field so i wash my hands a million times a day what could be causing this reaction [ Disease ] this is a common question that many of my patients ask it works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach by trying to turn off the process that produces acid in the stomach this is a great example of something you can ask your pharmacist after all we are the medication experts

[ Symptoms ] if i scoliosis and i have a baby will my baby be born with scoliosis [ Disease ] i do not know if i have sleep apnea i dont think i have ever been tested for it i am an extremely deep sleeper but every so often i do wake up once or twice in the middle of the night before my alarm wakes me up i just figured that is because where i live is very noisy due to people speeding by and other things i am basically in the city normally i do not often have disrupted sleep and i usually do not get woken up by anything during the night

[ Symptoms ] i have a bulging hernia under my rib cage is it dangerous should i have it checked i do have a hernia and the bulge from it is getting bigger does this mean it should be looked at would i possibly need surgery to repair it i have had this hernia for about 15yrs it is under my rib cage in the middle the bulge has been getting larger and larger so my basic question is does this require surgery to repair nancy [ Disease ] hi as its getting bigger it should really be looked at best advice good luck

[ Symptoms ] i feel i pass out from any type of physical exertion including very light physical exertion [ Disease ] yes if you have recently lost five to 10 pounds and increased physical activity that can be perceived by the hypothalamus as a form of physical stress this can interfere with regular ovulations temporarily my best guess is that your cycles will return as your hormones reset themselves if you have missed periods for three months or more see your gyn

[ Symptoms ] what is vocal cord dysfunction [ Disease ] vocal cord dysfunction is a condition that causes abnormal movement of the vocal cords this causes episodes of shortness of breath that come on quickly can be triggered by activities such as singing and often do not respond to asthma medications vocal cord dysfunction can mimic asthma

[ Symptoms ] my urethra has been burning intensely after i ejaculate any help advice or answers would greatly help i have had issues with a burning sensation while i urinate for many years within the last year these symptoms have greatly intensified it has now gotten to the point where i am almost always feeling discomfort also lately when i ejaculate my urethra burns very intensely it is not an std because i am still a virgin any help would be extremely appreciated thank you [ Disease ] i have gone back and forth with the depo injections and oral contraceptives for the last decade or so i can not decide which is the lesser of the evils there are certainly pros and cons to each but in the end i decided to stick with the oral contraceptives why although convenient you only go in every quarter or so for a shot but like you i have gained quite a bit of weight after the initial shot and my weight continue to skyrocket with each injection after about three years i have gained a total of about 13 of my pre depo body weight not only was my body image suffering since the injections but my moods swings were swinging at full force i was tired all the time and my calcium levels were fast depleting i loved the convenience of not having to take the pill on a daily basis but side effects of the injections turned me into someone who i ultimately hate now that i am back on the pill most of the side effects i have suffered from the depo has left my system and i am somewhat back to my pre depo body weight but i am feeling so much more energized and alive i did not know the extent of the side effects until i decided on another form of birth control true the pill may be a pain in the rear for someone as forgetful as i am but i would rather forget and have to use a backup method than to suffer the ill effects the depo injections birth control is a definite must for some women myself included and i have accepted the fact that there are side effects to any substance we take but it should not interfere with our daily lives and turn us into someonesomething we are not with this experience i have learned that depo injections just did not work for me but it may for others in the end i think you should have an in depth discussion with your gyn weigh your options and figure which will work best for you based on your needs your lifestyle and your preference

[ Symptoms ] how long does it take for a methylprednisolone injection to take effect i got it 30 hours ago for an ear infection they have an cortisporin ear drop waiting for me at the pharmacy should i pick it up now or give the infection more time to work [ Disease ] what kind of ear infection the only one that may benefit from an injection of a potent steroid would be an inner ear infection dizzy vertigo vomiting etc cortisporin eardrops will only help otitis externa swimmer is ear since i do not know the reason for the steroid the type or severity of your ear infection ther is really no way to predict when or even if this treatment will work

[ Symptoms ] i am 45 years old in the last six months my four bottom front teeth have shifted is it worth going to an orthodontist [ Disease ] although it is completely up to you i would recommend having a comprehensive exam with your general dentist to rule out a periodontal or gum and bone problem then you can see the orthodontist

[ Symptoms ] what are some exercise tips for people with type 2 diabetes [ Disease ] hi prednisolone usually doesnt affect any antibodies that your body has already acquired earlier prednisolone has temporary effects and wont have any adverse effects unless you are low on immunity thanks

[ Symptoms ] i am anxious about my recent mri – anything alarming or am i just a worry wart [ Disease ] it seems to be migraine related memory loss these types are frequently associated with nausea you should consult a neurophysician applying coconut oil on head daily before sleeping will have a soothing effect you can continue this along with the medicines for headache only if the headache is severe then you should take tablets for migraine

[ Symptoms ] high thyroid level is surgery or nuclear medicine better [ Disease ] yes taking high levels of vitamin b12 can increase blood levels since your levels are high you can decrease it to once a week or not at all if you are getting enough from your diet for more on testing vitamin b12 see this article

[ Symptoms ] i have marfan syndrome because of this i have 3 different heart problems and various other related health issues i have been denied health insurance and medicaid and even county indigent will i be able to get health insurance under obamacare and will i be able to afford it [ Disease ] i am sorry you are going through this the symptoms you are describing could be caused by many conditions but a likely culprit is some sort of spinal issue spinal degeneration is not uncommon as we age though i do not know how old you are and a ruptured disc in the neck can happen to anyone either of these conditions can cause aching and tiredness of the limbs i would suggest you go back to the doctor to ask about these symptoms because it sounds like further testing might be warranted blood work will not help diagnose a spinal injury or degenerative disc disease i wish you all the best

[ Symptoms ] is the health insurance marketplace route better than paying 900mo to be covered by a job i am leaving i am healthy single with 1 dependent [ Disease ] the best way to determine whether the marketplace plans will be a better deal is to go onto healthcare gov and start shopping the options in addition to the monthly premium it will be very important for you to closely evaluate the details of the plan benefits often employer coverage is more robust be sure to watch for how much you will be required to pay in deductibles co pays and co insurance for your care then evaluate which plan will be the better deal for you keep in mind that if you are not working right now sounds like you are currently on a cobra plan you will likely qualify for a substantial subsidy for a plan purchased through the exchange that could lower both your premium and your out of pocket costs

[ Symptoms ] are most generics as good as brand name medications [ Disease ] climate is less of a factor than crowding bedbug infestations are more common in big cities especially in densely populated neighborhoods

[ Symptoms ] my gums bleed during brushing and look inflamed i have tried mouth washes and soft brushes do i have a mouth disease [ Disease ] hi these symptoms are highly suggestive of a parathyroid gland disorder another possibility is of an autoimmune disease that may be causing multiple symptoms consult a endocrinologist thanks

[ Symptoms ] i am currently unemployed with no wage income but do have money coming in to me as an annuity will i be able to receive a subsidy for health insurance since the return of the annuity is my own money [ Disease ] subsidies are calculated based on modified adjusted gross income it does not matter if income is in the form of wages or other payments like annuities if your income is sufficiently low 400 of poverty level about 45 000 for an individual you will qualify for subsidies

[ Symptoms ] is mineral powder makeup better for you than liquid foundation makeup [ Disease ] dont seem typical of any diseases like herpes syphilis or hiv these are usually associated with other symptoms like fever weight loss take vitamin tablets for 8 days fruit juices with vitamin c should be helpful

[ Symptoms ] do i have brain eating amoeba i live in toronto canada when i shower i often get water droplets in my nose do you think i should be concerned note the tap water that we use is municipal and drinkable but we prefer to have a filter over it right now i am lying in bed with sore throat my family have had some kinda flu and now it is on to me but my mind is convincing me it is naeglaria fowleri plz help [ Disease ] do not worry you are absolutely fine you most likely have a run of the mill sore throat naeglaria fowleri are exceedingly rare and the odds of you becoming infected by them from a municipal water source in somewhere like toronto is next to impossible especially since there has never been a recorded case in toronto and if you still are not feeling at ease sore throats are not a symptom associated with the amoeba feel better

[ Symptoms ] i think im pregnant and i do not know how to tell my partner i took a pregnancy test and it was positive and i dont know how tell him or anyone for that matter this would be my firsy baby im scared but also excitedhappy [ Disease ] of course you are scared and frightened but you have to tell the baby is father how you do it is really up to you since i do not know his personality i guess you can call him daddy when he says that he is not a daddy you can simply say yeah you are you can show him the positive pregnancy test when he asks for an explanation you can say this line means i am pregnant you and your partner were clealy not using effective or consistent birth control so it may not come as a big surprise after you tell him you will need to tell the parents and of course make an appointment with an ob gyn so you can have the best and most healthiest pregnancy yet nature is going to give you about nine months to prepare for this event then your life will never be the same ever again

[ Symptoms ] i have had stiffness of the neck for 4 years now i need a real solution [ Disease ] do not be confused consult your medical provider to find out why

[ Symptoms ] what is heartburn [ Disease ] the new guidelines are just about routine screening mammograms they are not about getting a mammogram when you have a lump or other suspicious finding or if you are at high risk of breast cancer any woman of any age should get a suspicious lump or other breast change checked out

[ Symptoms ] why have i had diarrhea for the past 5 months i went from eating 3 meals daily to not being so consistent but i started being inconsistent before august so i do not understand why this is happening sometimes my poop is not too soft but most of the time it is almost straight liquid i do not feel sick or abnormal sometimes my stomach hurts and i have to hurry and find a bathroom because it is hard to hold i am only 18 [ Disease ] hi your best place is your doctor where i would have been 4 12 months ago but take a sample with you in a nice sterile jar good luck

[ Symptoms ] my husband is taking robaxin can he take ibuprofen with it for pain [ Disease ] no

[ Symptoms ] how can i figure out my menstural cycle so that i can become pregnant [ Disease ] most women conceive faster if they understand their menstrual cycle it is important to note that many women do not have regular cycles your cycle begins on the first day that you notice bright red blood not just spotting and it ends on the day before the next cycle begins the length of a woman is cycle can vary from 21 to 35 days or more if you notice that the length of your cycle varies by a few days from one month to the next then your cycle is considered irregular

[ Symptoms ] what happens if my caloric intake is less than what i should be getting due to exercising and eating less 33 years old african american female 205 pounds size 12pants 5 feet 8 inches [ Disease ] as long as you are getting the basic calories that is needed to maintain the body it should be fine but if you are burning off more than what you consume than you should experience weight loss even though you may lose weight you need to eat sufficiently for the body recover after exercising during rest good luck with weight lost goal

[ Symptoms ] i have a single round bump on my forehead what could it be it looks kind of scaly i have a really oily forehead i dont know if that could be affecting it i tried popping it once it only bleeds no pus at all its been there for some time possibly months it doesnt hurt or bother me other than aesthetically i can even apply pressure to it and it will flatten for a bit but it will eventually return to its round shape i have absolutely no idea what it could be and its rather embarrassing any ideas tips on how to get rid of it [ Disease ] as much as i would like to help you it is not possible to blindly make a diagnosis over the internet a medical provider would need to see and feel this lump in order to make an accurate determination and without a accurate diagnosis it would not be possible to suggest treatments a few suggestions first stop messing with it this could be a deep cyst sebaceous cyst or cystic acne by squeezing it you may make it worse or cause an infection second either see your primary care medical provider or a dermatologist so that you can have an accurate diagnosis i can not imagine this lesion cannot be treated but you need that all important diagnosis first

[ Symptoms ] what is polyarteritis nodosa pan and how it differ from lupus [ Disease ] if the fever is coming down and other symptoms also are improving then home treatment probably is fine if your child has a virus four days is not very long for it to run its course if your child is fever or other symptoms get worse instead of better or if your child develops new symptoms like vomiting diarrhea loss of appetite then it is time to seek medical attention while you are waiting out this virus make sure your child gets plenty of fluids water is fine and you can also give an electrolyte preparation such as pedialyte for fluid replacement it is crucial not to let your little one get dehydrated wishing you both well

[ Symptoms ] i am hiv+ currently on meds my clinic has closed i need to get insurance to see a dr continue my meds any advice [ Disease ] hi a blood test will give all the right answers on the state of your hormones and from these it will tell her just were you are in the menopause or you have had it good luck

[ Symptoms ] how should i prepare for the prenatal ultrasound test [ Disease ] there is no special preparation for the ultrasound test some doctors require you to drink 4 to 6 glasses of water before the test so your bladder is full this will help the doctor view the baby better on the ultrasound you will be asked to refrain from urinating until after the test some doctors allow you to videotape the ultrasound so that you can take it home ask your doctor if this is an option if it is you will need to bring a blank videotape or dvd to your appointment

[ Symptoms ] i have been having progressive symptoms for almost 2 years now doctors do not know what is wrong [ Disease ] i can not find any studies on eosinophilic esophagitis and bariatric surgery gastric bypass specifically so i do not know if it is been done before however the fact your prospective surgeon said he would not do it should be something of a red flag for you i would suggest you consult two or three other bariatric surgery specialists in your area to see what they say you may find someone who has plenty of experience with the situation you describe and is willing to do the surgery or you may find they all advise against doing the surgery then you will have your answer as you probably know there are many types of bariatric weight loss surgery besides gastric bypass this webmd slideshow goes over several types of weight loss surgery good luck to you

[ Symptoms ] are small wounds in the opening of urethra serious does it take a long time to heal three weeks ago after masturbating i put tissue on my penis and when i removed it minutes later i felt pain and saw blood coming out so i put a little petroleum jelly to stop the bleeding the next day the bleeding stopped but the right lip of my penis is swollen and dark there is no pain but sometimes it feels irritated there is also no blood anymore and no difference when i urinate what can i do to heal it faster is it serious [ Disease ] most of these tiny tears or fissures will heal spontaneously in a few days and rarely become problematic an antibiotic ointment would have been better to use than plain vaseline remember that you caused this so give your damaged penis a rest and take it easier when masturbating so you do not cause this to happen again

[ Symptoms ] can shingles rash spread diagnosed as having shingles i have had a rashblisters on left arm been on antibiotics for 7 days two days ago my right leg near my knee started burning itching and sure enough today i have a swollen hot rash and my leg hurts a lot any thoughts [ Disease ] you need to know the reason for your knee effusion is it arthritis bursitis meniscal injury treating effusion without treating the reason for it is pointless alternative to effusion aspiration there is always elevation lympatic drainage massage and electrical stimulation + strengthning of quadriceps muscle good luck

[ Symptoms ] is it safe to have a small volume enema 2 3 ounces of tap water daily [ Disease ] the impact of vitamin d on ovarian cancer has not been as well studied but it has been purported to have a protective effect researchers at the channing laboratory associated with harvard university used data from four large studies to examine the effects of vitamin d on ovarian cancer it was determined that blood levels of vitamin d did not directly impact cancer risk from any of the four genotypes however a specific type of the vitamin d receptor gene was significantly tied to ovarian cancer risk