| Subject | Date Asked |
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| serious addiction to senna laxative | 11/13/2009 |
Q: i'm 27yrs old mom and ive been taking bekunis senna extract laxative for 7 yrs now. i started with 2 ...
A: LBT3 by Wild Rose is an excellent herbal supplement which promotes healthy bowel function and ...
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| apendix | 11/12/2009 |
Q: My lower right side of my stomach has been hurting for 3days now. It first started by me throwing up ...
A: Elina I would strongly recommend you get checked out by a doctor soon, if it is you appendix and it ...
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| testosterone | 11/12/2009 |
Q: I am trying to find out some information on the generic testosterone "Anadoil"? I believe it is made ...
A: Hey Scott, Sorry, obviously I looked up the wrong drug. Does this help? 5-AD is actually the ...
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| my mother keeps choosing death | 11/9/2009 |
Q: My mother received dialysis 2 years ago then stopped and said her kidneys were fine. Later she was ...
A: I apologize for my tardy response, I was not well myself this past week. I am sorry to read about ...
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| sick from fleas | 10/28/2009 |
Q: Just found out my 89 year old friend is sick, His home is severely infested with fleas, and He ...
A: Here is a helpful poster which you could print and show to your friend, it explains flea related ...
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| bleb on lung | 10/20/2009 |
Q: I was under the impression this was a blister, but the Doctors nurse told me to make an appointment ...
A: According to the National Jewish Health, Aug 19, 2008: "Blebs are small collections of air on the ...
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| osteoporosis | 10/17/2009 |
Q: Could you please tell me whether the chances of a person getting osteoporosis is greater if his ...
A: It appears there is no genetic link for OA. According to Osteoporosis Canada ...
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| flu | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I along with friends have heard and read that this swine flu has killed many children..we don't have ...
A: H1N1 has us all worried and the advice seems to change almost daily. I have read that children and ...
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| Elderly - Lung cancer and osteoporosis | 10/8/2009 |
Q: I AM VERY CLOSE TO MY GRANNY WHO IS 87 YEARS OLD AND WAS BEFORE CHRISTMAS DIAGNOSED WITH LUNG ...
A: I am sorry to read about your Granny’s deteriorating health, but it sounds like she lived a full ...
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| cut tongues/holes looking. | 10/7/2009 |
Q: A girl in my classroom in high school has like holes in her tongue. It looks like cuts but they ...
A: Hey Jeremy, I think she is having a severe allergic reaction to something, possibly even citric ...
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| Tetanus | 9/20/2009 |
Q: I recently got scraped on a rusty broom in my fraternity house. Its a broom that has numerous stuff ...
A: Just keep an eye on the spot, as long as it doesn't show signs of infection (redness, swelling, ...
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| Paralysis | 9/4/2009 |
Q: My mother is 60 years old. From last 2-3 days she was feeling unwell. She was unable even to drink ...
A: With any paralyis the concern is that she may hurt herslef as she doesn't have normal feeling on the ...
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| SO YELLOW 2 | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do our ears have ear wax? Thanks ANSWER: Hey ...
A: Do you mean what is it made of? Ear wax is formed from wax glands in the external ear canal as well ...
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| My baby shot effects | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I took my 2 year old son to the hospital yesterday to get his shots. They said he's healthy in ...
A: It sounds like your son is having an allergic reaction and you need to give him an antihistamine ...
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| Bowel Problems | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I'm not sure if you can help me but for the past 2 months i been having problems where my body wont ...
A: Constipation is a common challenge with older adults and it helps to understand what it is to help ...
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| SO YELLOW | 8/23/2009 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do our ears have ear wax? Thanks
A: Hey Cameron, Earwax (cerumen) is a yellow waxy-substance secreted in the ear canal to protect the ...
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| ...as a dog. | 8/19/2009 |
Q: The past two days went along like this; I started my teaching intership last Thursday. So when my ...
A: Wow, you do sound like your body is fighting a strong virus or bacteria. I am glad you're going to ...
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| recuperation in elderly | 8/14/2009 |
Q: My 89 yr. old mother lived by herself until recently when she fell and broke her hip. She is ...
A: Two things jump to mind: (i) has she fully recovered from the General Anaesthesia yet, and (ii) is ...
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| Broken big toe | 8/13/2009 |
Q: 2 weeks ago i stumbled on a rock in my back yard and i had severe pain afterward , i put some ice on ...
A: I have broken several toes and never had a cast or treatment for any of them, and they're all fine ...
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| getting older/joint pain | 8/9/2009 |
Q: I am an "expert" in another catagory on this website (nothing to do with medical) and I get a lot of ...
A: I think you know what I'm going to say - you do need to have a qualified physician examine your ...
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| Cellulitis and soar throat | 8/7/2009 |
Q: I was diagnosed with Cellulitis about 12 days ago..above my ankle where it looked like I had a ...
A: Cellulitis is a powerful infection and can take time to clear. I recommend you go back and have the ...
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| Constipation | 7/11/2009 |
Q: Why do I get very constipated whenever I eat cheese?
A: Constipation, like asthma, is caused by opioid peptides in wheat- and dairy products and ...
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| fractured spleen | 7/8/2009 |
Q: What exactly is a fractured spleen?
A: A "fractured spleen" is caused by a trauma to the spleen resulting in its division into two halves. ...
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| black stool | 7/8/2009 |
Q: im a 17yo male, 5-8 150lbs.... the past 2 days i have had a stomach ache followed by dirraha... it ...
A: I strongly suggest you go see a doctor today, and try to take a small stool sample with you (scoop ...
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| Question on sanitary issue | 7/6/2009 |
Q: My dad has this habit of using a dry cloth to wash his hands and then wipe his mouth, which will ...
A: It does sound like your Dad has pretty lax hygienic habits and you do have wonder what else he might ...
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| Dark Bruises or Blood under skin of Elderly | 7/3/2009 |
Q: My father is 79 and drinks alcohol regularly. Not sure if that has anything to do with the skin ...
A: You should have your Dad go see his family docotr and have regualr blood tests (every few months) to ...
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| WHAT'S GOOD FOR YOU | 6/28/2009 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: what will happen to you if took medicine with ...
A: It really depends on the medication. Alcohol has it's own side-effects like dehydration, blood ...
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| pimples | 6/19/2009 |
Q: why would a 72 yr. old woman wake up one morning with pimples on her right cheek? they do not itch, ...
A: I really do not think what your describe are “pimples”, you most likely have a type of Rosacea and ...
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| Elderly Starvation/ Feeding Options | 6/17/2009 |
Q: My great-aunt is 91 yrs old and in exceptional health except for a slight spot of emphysema, ...
A: Personally I would never put a feeding tube in someone I love who is over 80 and has multiple and/or ...
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| Elderly Starvation/ Feeding Options | 6/15/2009 |
Q: My great-aunt is 91 yrs old and in exceptional health except for a slight spot of emphysema, ...
A: It’s not my place to double-guess the doctor’s orders, but it never hurts to request a second ...
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| Plavix diet and other restrictions | 6/14/2009 |
Q: I just started taking Plavix yesterday until body tingling can be identified since there are no ...
A: Administration of Plavix (clopidogrel bisulfate) with meals did not significantly modify the ...
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| edema | 6/11/2009 |
Q: For the past twelve years I've had very bad fluid retention and fluid pills don't seem to do ...
A: I think you should try some alternative approaches and be assessed by a good Naturopath and/or ...
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| Gout | 6/2/2009 |
Q: Is there a cure for Gout and exactly what is it?
A: There is no recognized “cure” for Gout, the treatment goal is generally to prevent flare-ups. ...
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| Poison Ivy | 5/31/2009 |
Q: I inhaled smoke around a campfire two weeks ago today that obviously carried the oils from a poison ...
A: Excerpt from "Poison Ivy, Oak and Sumac": System Overload Sometimes a systemic reaction to poison ...
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| Swine Flu? | 5/3/2009 |
Q: The internet says that the swine flu symptons are: Fever Cough Sore throat Body aches ...
A: Cold and Flu viruses are commonly spread by droplets – the infected person coughs or sneezes and the ...
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| Swine Flu? | 5/3/2009 |
Q: The internet says that the swine flu symptons are: Fever Cough Sore throat Body aches ...
A: Unless you have been exposed to someone with the swine flu (someone who was recently in Mexico) then ...
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| Nursing home room. | 3/1/2009 |
Q: I am 93 years old & I am going to enter a nursing home.What are the good & bad points of a ...
A: I think a semi-private room is a great choice because you’ll have more social interaction ad not be ...
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| How long do I have to say Good-bye? | 2/6/2009 |
Q: Just beginning to write this brings tears and a pain I have never known. Please allow me to ...
A: You sound like a wonderful person and your Mother has truly been blessed to have been cared for in ...
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| STDS? | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I'm 13 now.I just turned 13 in september.But I don't know if I was molested when I was a litte ...
A: No I do not think you were molested and I do not think you have a STD I think you are normal ...
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| Having Sex While Pregnant | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I'm a 32 year old woman and I'm 6 months pregnant. Me and my husband are swingers so I have sex with ...
A: I’m not too concerned about you getting pregnant, but what about diseases?!? How do you ensure all ...
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| vitamins | 1/9/2009 |
Q: I have been taking Vitamin B12 pills and Folate pills every day for the past six months. But I would ...
A: I am not aware of any problems associated with discontinuing Vit B or Folate but I would recommend ...
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| FREEZING | 1/4/2009 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: whenever we eat ice cream, how come we get brain ...
A: So what actually causes brain freeze? Researchers suggest it is a combination of your body's ...
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| Shingles in eye | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with shingles which has caused my right eye and cheek to swell. I am on ...
A: Most people are infected with this virus as children, and suffer from an episode of chickenpox. The ...
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| Candida Albicans Question | 9/29/2008 |
Q: I had a stomach ulcer when i was younger that i believe may have come back about 5 years ago but it ...
A: You should go to a good local health food store and talk to them about stomach ailments and ...
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| Dupuytren's Contracture | 9/28/2008 |
Q: Have you ever heard of Dupuytren's Contracture and what can be done for it?
A: Dupuytren's contracture (also known as Morbus Dupuytren or Dupuytren's disease, and sometimes ...
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| leg burning | 9/26/2008 |
Q: My mother (age 74) fell and cut her leg in June. Her doctor says it is still healing (still ozing ...
A: I cannot really say without seeing your Mother’s leg, but my first fear when I hear “burning” is ...
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| Constipation | 9/22/2008 |
Q: My grandmother is 55, and she is often constipated. She often goes two weeks without going to the ...
A: Constipation is a common challenge with older adults and it helps to understand what it is to help ...
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| menstrual cycle Issue Qustions | 9/12/2008 |
Q: I am a 41 year old woman. Right before I start my period I have cold or flu like symptoms which ...
A: I am concerned why your flow has suddenly become so heavy in your 40s … have you made any changes ...
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| I don't know what todo; please help. | 9/11/2008 |
Q: I like medical field and I planed to be a BSN. I almost complete two years of education toward that, ...
A: Today there are pretty strict regulations through Workers Comp about nobody being allowed to life ...
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| what is wrong with me | 9/9/2008 |
Q: Can anyone help me I don't know whats wrong with me and worst of all is that I am living in a ...
A: My first instinct is to suggest that you may be suffering from Depression and recommend you speak to ...
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| Burning sensation in legs when riding bicycle | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I'm 71 years old and ride my bicycle every day for about 30 minutes in addition to walking for 30 ...
A: Your Diabetes shouldn't effect your activity or muscle aches at all. You'll just need to watch for ...
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| growing taller | 8/19/2008 |
Q: i'm a 16 year old asian female. i'm only about 5'4 and 164 pounds. both my mom and dad are about ...
A: I think you already know what I a going to day – you are right, height is predetermined by genes but ...
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| elderly mother with distended stomach | 8/1/2008 |
Q: My mother has developed a hard, painful, distended stomach. Her doctor keeps prescribing more meds ...
A: Your mother needs a thorough examination by a new physician so I suggest going to a clinic or ...
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| Elderly father in nursing care | 8/1/2008 |
Q: Margot, This is probably not uncommon but I just can't believe my father goes on. He is 87 and in ...
A: I worked as a RN in LTC for years and find most residents are in fact on too many meds unless ...
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| Sudden Chills | 7/26/2008 |
Q: My Dad, who is 86, is dealing with sudden onsets of chills, mainly in his chest area. On the hottest ...
A: Your Dad needs a complete physical check-up including blood-work so you should have him seen by his ...
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| Mother-in-laws earlobes | 6/26/2008 |
Q: My mother-in-law (64) has, over the last 10 years found her earring holes getting longer and longer. ...
A: You did not mention, but does she still wear earrings? I will assume that she does and make the most ...
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| exelon | 6/26/2008 |
Q: my mother age 59 was diagnosed ith demnetia a few days back and doctor has started this meicine ...
A: Rivastigmine ["Exelon"] transdermal (skin patch) is used to treat mild to moderate dementia caused ...
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| grow taller | 6/22/2008 |
Q: doctor i am 24 years of age and am 5"8inch tall i want to add that extra few inches f height. is it ...
A: At 24 you have already pretty much stopped growing and probably won’t get any taller. Those ads are ...
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| Alzheimer's/dementia | 5/30/2008 |
Q: My 85 yr old dad had alzheimer's/dementia and slowly lost brain functions and died. I am 46 yrs old ...
A: Although I have not read the latest research articles, I do know that common theory says taking an ...
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| Arm Spasms | 5/27/2008 |
Q: For several years my husband, 64 now, has had right arm spasms when he is resting, or sleeping. ...
A: Nocturnal Spasms are the muscle cramps that locate in the calves, soles of the feet at night or at ...
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| Son has pain in right shoulder | 4/26/2008 |
Q: My four year old son has just started experiencing what he calling itching in his in his right ...
A: Has your son had or recently been exposed to Chicken Pox? I ask because the itchy rash you describe ...
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| bleeding ulser diet | 3/27/2008 |
Q: after bleeding ulser surgery i need some recommendations on what to feed a 64yr old man with no ...
A: Surgery for peptic ulcer is effective, but it may result in a variety of postoperative ...
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| leakage and sore nipples had it along time how can i do | 3/16/2008 |
Q: i have greenish leakage dicharge from my nipples,some times very sore i had a mamagram done they ...
A: I am guessing as I am not familiar with your medical history but I would suggest you have a complete ...
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| PLEASE EXPLAIN | 2/18/2008 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do I have to have things explained to me in ...
A: People who have CP may have grown a bit slower as babies before they were born so their brains ...
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| Am I Okay. | 2/8/2008 |
Q: I am 65 yrs old, 6 ft., and 144 lb. My waist is 29 inches, but yet I have a potbelly. Do I need to ...
A: I am not a Dietician, but from the information you have provided I would say you sound quite fit and ...
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| stomach pain | 1/25/2008 |
Q: For the last two months right before I start my period the lower part of my stomach hurt I can't ...
A: I’m glad you are going to see a doctor so you can know for sure what’s going on. Please don’t worry ...
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| SO BORING 2 | 1/24/2008 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do we yawn? Thanks C Barwick ANSWER: Hi ...
A: THE TRUTH IS that we don’t completely understand why people, or animals for that matter, yawn. It’s ...
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| SO BORING | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do we yawn? Thanks C Barwick
A: Dr. Provine suggests that perhaps yawning is like stretching. Yawning and stretching increase blood ...
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| hair removal | 1/15/2008 |
Q: o guy. what is the best way to remove the hair on my genitals and penis?i tried using an eletric ...
A: WAXING: According to a recent article in USA Today, men are not only waxing their backs, but also ...
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| hair removal | 1/15/2008 |
Q: 18 y.o male.what is the best way to remove the hair on my genitals and penis?...i tried using an ...
A: WAXING: According to a recent article in USA Today, men are not only waxing their backs, but also ...
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| Eyes | 1/11/2008 |
Q: My eyes feel like they have a film over them all the time. I have tried prescription allergy ...
A: You really need to go see your family doctor because you may have a bacterial or viral infection ...
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| BLESS-YOU | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do we sneeze? Thanks C Barwick
A: If you just sneezed, something was probably irritating or tickling the inside of your nose. ...
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| cystocele | 1/9/2008 |
Q: age 72 hysterectomy 35yrs. ago. 3yrs. ago right ovary removal. Now have cystocele. hve lbbb, but ...
A: The location of the defect determines what surgical procedure is performed. Anterior colporrhaphy is ...
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| Elderly Mother | 12/17/2007 |
Q: My mother is 87 and broke her hip about 4 weeks ago.We brought her home from the hospital on ...
A: I have seen sudden personality changes with seniors many times and there are many possible causes. ...
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| Vitamin C | 12/15/2007 |
Q: Can you get too much? How much IS too much. Thanks. Supplements and Food
A: Generally your body will simply use the Vit C it wants and then flush the rest right out as it is ...
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| medical examinations | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I am 38, M, married, and for the last 5 years have had a very good female family Doctor. I feel ...
A: Please do not be embarrassed, this is a very common issue; I get this same question every other ...
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| PIZZA FACE 2 | 11/29/2007 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: what is acne? Thanks C Barwick ANSWER: Hi Camerom ...
A: The cause of pimples is unknown. Acne by its very nature can be considered a hormonal disease. ...
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| PIZZA FACE | 11/24/2007 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: what is acne? Thanks C Barwick
A: The cause of pimples is unknown. The process by which a pimple develops is highly intricate. While ...
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| Vicodin | 11/22/2007 |
Q: There is something in Vicodin that I am deathly allergic to. What pain pill (s) could I safely ...
A: You must go discuss this with your family doctor as you obviously need to find out what exactly are ...
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| Eggs | 11/13/2007 |
Q: I was wondering how a women goes about selling her eggs. I have heard of this and was just ...
A: Egg donation is a well established form of assisted conception treatment. It offers hope for a large ...
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| Elderly father wishing to die | 10/25/2007 |
Q: I just read your response to another person about her aunt who was in her 90s and moving towards ...
A: You do not need to force your Father to extend his life, but you may not assist him to end it ...
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| BURP ME MUMMY | 10/22/2007 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: what makes us burp? Thanks C Barwick
A: Burping is typically caused by eating or drinking too fast, and thereby swallowing and subsequently ...
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| Curious | 10/17/2007 |
Q: Can you have something really wrong with you, cancer, or diseases, lyme, aids, whatever you can ...
A: No, I can not think of any serious health conditions that would not show up on the blood work. As ...
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| Levels of elderly care | 10/15/2007 |
Q: My mom was living in an assisted living residence taking care of herself and getting around in ...
A: Although the names and exact qualifications for each level may vary state to state, the basic levels ...
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| tingling in legs and arms | 10/9/2007 |
Q: For the past couple of weeks i've been getting this tingling feeling in my right arm and leg it ...
A: Can you tell me a little more about your tingling ... -is there any time it's better or worse (when ...
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| I'M SO BRUISED | 10/6/2007 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: what is a bruise? Thanks C Barwick
A: A bruise, also called a contusion or ecchymosis, is a kind of injury to biological tissue in which ...
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| SO SICK | 9/29/2007 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why do we get upset stomachs? Thanks C Barwick
A: Sometimes, people see their doctors for stomach pain that they think is caused by an ulcer, but it ...
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| Mother feels Weak | 9/28/2007 |
Q: My mother is 70 years old. Recently she has been complaining about feel weak all the time. My ...
A: It's really hard for me to guess of course without seeing her test results and knowing her health ...
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| protein in urine | 9/24/2007 |
Q: back in april of this year i was hospitalized with infection that spread thru my bloodsstream for 10 ...
A: As you may be aware, Diabetes increases your risk for infection and proteinuria (when the urine ...
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| fingernails | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I ask you this question because there was a question about nails directed to you. I have a ...
A: I have the same problem with my left great toenail and it is very inconvenient. My toe was ...
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| MRSA | 9/6/2007 |
Q: My question is how do pathogens evolve into drug resistant forms such as MRSA: Is it due to one of ...
A: Experts like the scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) agree that the ...
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| Meds | 9/3/2007 |
Q: What causes oral medicines to pass through the body without dissolving? I found Glucophage 850mg in ...
A: There are too many things that could cause poor digestion for me to try and list them all here. I am ...
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| extrem tiredness in 92 year old woman | 8/30/2007 |
Q: my mother had two out bursts of shingles in two months. since then she ended up in the hospital 3 ...
A: Most people are often surprised by how ill they feel with Shingles; it may seem out of proportion ...
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| giving intramuscular injections | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I have often wondered what the reason is for having to aspirate when giving IM injections. What is ...
A: An "IM" (intramuscular injections) injection is meant to be injected into the muscle so we aspirate ...
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| Swollen ankles at night | 8/8/2007 |
Q: I am a paraplegic (since 1950), age 93. Legs swell during day due to circulation but at night when ...
A: I'm more concerned with properly identifying the actual cause of the pain, not just finding a drug ...
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| meningitis vaccine | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I recently received the meningitis vaccine, the day after I received the shot, I woke up and the ...
A: I'm not sure how long ago you had the vaccine but side effects are rare, the most common side ...
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| Boils | 5/6/2007 |
Q: age 61, fair health. Diabetic type II, Noticed that I have started getting boils. One on my rectum ...
A: There are many causes of boils. Some boils can be caused by an ingrown hair. Others can form as the ...
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| chickenpox low platlet | 4/9/2007 |
Q: i've got a 2 year old daughter who suffered from chickenpox about 2 weeks ago, while she still had ...
A: Bleeding disorder testing is a step-by-step investigative procedure. You usually cannot tell the ...
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| shingles | 4/8/2007 |
Q: My 83 yr. old mother has been experiencing severe pain with a burning sensation on her sides and in ...
A: Shingles generally starts as an itchy feeling before the pain and rash set in. Burning is also a ...
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| viagra | 3/31/2007 |
Q: .. just wanted to ask where can I safely buy viagra (pharmacy, or...?), and are there any side, ...
A: The most common side effects of VIAGRA are headache, facial flushing, and upset stomach. Less ...
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| Father-in-Law | 3/29/2007 |
Q: Margot, I wrote previously concerning my FIL and was impressed with your answers to my questions. ...
A: C. Diff [Clostridium difficile] is a bacterial normally found in our intestines. C. Diff often ...
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| Prostate biospy complications | 3/21/2007 |
Q: I will try to be as brief as possible. My ex father-in-law was admitted to the hospital 17 days ago, ...
A: Wow - this is like a horror story! Blood clots are a common complication with prostate procedures so ...
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| ELDERLY AUNT NOT DRINKING OR EATING | 3/20/2007 |
Q: MY AUNT IS 92 YEARS OLD-WE HAVE JUST BROUGHT HER HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL-SHE HAD(HAS) PNEUMONIA-SHE ...
A: It's really hard for me to guess what's going on with your Aunt as I am not familiar with her ...
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| ELDERLY AUNT NOT DRINKING OR EATING | 3/18/2007 |
Q: MY AUNT IS 92 YEARS OLD-WE HAVE JUST BROUGHT HER HOME FROM THE HOSPITAL-SHE HAD(HAS) PNEUMONIA-SHE ...
A: Below is an excerpt which I think should answer all your questions. I hope this helps and I wish you ...
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| hi | 3/3/2007 |
Q: are there any anti depressants or anti anxiety drugs that are": qucik acting, titratable, i ...
A: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) This class includes Sertraline (Zoloft), Citalopram ...
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| Arched Back | 2/24/2007 |
Q: "Hi there, i am 18 and i have cystic fibrosis and with coughing alot of the time my back has become ...
A: I'm sure you've had your fair share of Healthcare professionals with CF, but I'd highly recommend ...
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| leakage | 2/11/2007 |
Q: ..my fiance seems to have a problem with his scrotum...what appears to be water is leaking and ...
A: It sounds like simple Scrotum Perspiration to me - I would suggest looking for boxers which allow ...
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| Men and Potbellies | 1/30/2007 |
Q: I was wondering if a man has a potbelly, if that means he is overweight or could the potbelly be ...
A: Muscles tend to be firm, especially abdominal muscles which flatten the tummy when they're built up. ...
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| hi | 1/10/2007 |
Q: is there an operation to eliminate the olfactory sense of smell ?
A: Damage to the First Cranial Nerve during surgery can affect the sense of smell, but I'm not sure if ...
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| Body Heat | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I am cold even if the temperature is 75 or 80 degrees inside. People tell me "It hot in here, yet I ...
A: You may just have a naturally lower body temperature, but it may also be a sign of something more ...
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| leg bruning | 1/6/2007 |
Q: my legs has a burning filling what could that be
A: A burning sensation which often feels like pins & needles, occasionally with numbness and/or ...
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| varicose vains in scrotum | 12/30/2006 |
Q: one more thing how long can u go without getting it checked out before it does something really ...
A: It's not really a progressive condition that starts off mildly and worsens as time goes by, it's a ...
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| varicose vains in scrotum | 12/29/2006 |
Q: ,,and the doctor checked my scrotum (i never told him about my suspision of variococele vains) but ...
A: No problem Mike, It's a good idea to get a testicular exam regularly, which is normally part of a ...
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| varicose vains in scrotum | 12/29/2006 |
Q: thats weird on a website i read that in 85% of cases it causes infertility but m,aybe i read that ...
A: I think you misread ... you may have read "Left-sided varicoceles are found in 85% of men with this ...
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| bumps | 12/28/2006 |
Q: About two weeks ago I suddenly started getting small red bumps on my lips...in the middle and also ...
A: I recommend that you go see your family doctor. I'm guessing of course, but you may have Herpes ...
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| varicose vains in scrotum | 12/28/2006 |
Q: sorry for bothering you but i have to know some things about varicose vains in the ...
A: Although there is no way to prevent a varicocele, it usually needs no special treatment. A ...
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| BURNING TONGUE | 12/23/2006 |
Q: Margot Hi, my mom is going crazy, the tip of her tongue has a burning sensation. I have tried ...
A: A sore and burning tongue also can be caused by dental trauma, a yeast infection of the mouth, ...
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| To grow taller for my children | 12/22/2006 |
Q: I am only ft 1 inch ( I am Asian)and my husband ( European) is 6 ft 2". I have 5 year old son and 4 ...
A: Nutrition recommendations for children over the age of two differ little from those for adults (see ...
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| Preganacy Symptoms | 12/13/2006 |
Q: I was wondering if a girl is pregnant, does she still discharge the white ovulation substance. if ...
A: An increase in vaginal discharge is essentially universal in pregnancy as a result of marked ...
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| Phlem in throat at age76 | 12/12/2006 |
Q: I have phlem in my throat off and on each day, I hate to have this when my children is here, is ...
A: To reduce phlegm you should drink 6-8 glasses of water each day, and add lemon to your water, tea, ...
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| Low potasium | 11/27/2006 |
Q: a friend of mine recently lost bodily functions just for a few seconds and fell. She was fully ...
A: Hypokalemia (Low Potassium) can cause Hypotension (Low Blood Pressure) amoung other things which ...
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| Trying to get pregnant | 11/25/2006 |
Q: Is it normal to have the discharge(@ ovulation) and does that mean you are not pregnant? We have ...
A: Ovulation is the ideal period of your cycle when your chances of getting pregnant are highest. Your ...
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| lump on leg | 11/22/2006 |
Q: i am a 15 year old male and 2 weeks ago i noticed a small, almost pimple sized, bump the upper part ...
A: Obviously it's difficult for me to guess, but it may be a clogged cyst. Cysts usually go away on ...
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| medical admistration | 10/23/2006 |
Q: i'm doing an assigment on someone in my important on my field .i hope you find time and answer my ...
A: Healthcare Administrator RN Diploma, BSN Degree & ten years relevant experience Most of the time I ...
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| warfarin and Hemocult kit | 10/22/2006 |
Q: I asked this question of several people: My husband is taking Warfarin and his doctor says it's okay ...
A: Basically the Warfarin is a blood thinner and one of the common side-effects is bleeding in the GI ...
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| toenail | 10/22/2006 |
Q: when i was younger, i had a fungus that had affected my toe and it completely removed the nail from ...
A: Well I had to do a little research on this topic as I've never looked into it before, but the good ...
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| Flu shot for visitors to elderly woman with COPD? | 10/17/2006 |
Q: My 73yo mother is ill with emphysema, and on oxygen most of the time. I live 100 miles away, but go ...
A: Most doctors advise that those who are frequently exposed to seniors do get the Flu Shot to protect ...
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| thick white substance fcomming from vagina | 10/5/2006 |
Q: I am 25, Some times (once in 3 or 4 months) I find some white thick substance comming from my ...
A: Vaginal discharge is normal and happens more during ovulation, although it can happen many tmes ...
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| sex | 10/2/2006 |
Q: im 17 years old.turning 18 in 16 days.my boyfriend and i had sex on 30september.it was the second ...
A: There is a chance you could get an infection from having a foreign body inside of you for three days ...
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| Elderly and medical induced delirium | 9/29/2006 |
Q: Currently my elderly mother is hospitalized and has been for 2 mpnths for supposed rehab but ...
A: If your Mother is delerious then she can be having hallucinations and illusions and will be ...
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| urinating too much | 9/20/2006 |
Q: i have a question about urination. if you dont know the answer, please tell me under which category ...
A: Most people can only go about 8 hours without the need to urinate, so I'm not sure there is a ...
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| sheets for my mother in nursing home? | 9/18/2006 |
Q: I got the email address of the DON and emailed her 2x which she never responded to! What do you do ...
A: You could always follow-up by contacting state health licensing or the owner, but going over ...
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| Gadolinium showing VERY HIGH months after MRI | 9/17/2006 |
Q: My wife (Shannon Stocker, MD) has MS and CRPS. She is on many medictions to treat symptoms of ...
A: I did quite a bit of online research as I do not know about Gadolinium toxicity and everything I ...
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| burning calves | 9/9/2006 |
Q: I had pad surgery 13 years ago. about 1 yr later I developed a burning sensation in the calves of ...
A: Frequently, however, calf pain has nothing to do with wear and tear. The calf muscles are hot spots ...
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| blood thickness | 9/6/2006 |
Q: Is there a test to determine if one's blood is too thin or thick? Thanks!
A: Yes, it is called Prothrombin Time or PT and measures blood thickness an must be tested regularly ...
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| right arm | 9/5/2006 |
Q: have little tingling and colder than the rest of my body
A: You really should go discuss this with your doctor as only a qualified physician is qualified to ...
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| ESI | 8/23/2006 |
Q: I'm having an epidural steroid injection for a herniated lumbar disc. Is this a potentially ...
A: Spinal injections are not new – the use of spinal injections to treat low back pain was first ...
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| Skin problems | 8/23/2006 |
Q: What is the best remedy for heat rash?
A: In most cases, heat rash will clear up on its own in a few days if the affected area is kept cool ...
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| communication devices for aphasia patients | 8/14/2006 |
Q: My mother was diagnosed last year with Progressive Supranuclear Palsey. She is currently in a ...
A: I would contact the local Spinal Cord Injury Association in your area as quadeplegics often use a ...
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| lips | 7/23/2006 |
Q: my lips has been turning red for neraly a year now and i have been to my doctor and he said its ...
A: I apologise for my tardy response but I could not log in to AllExperts for a few days so I could not ...
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| Elder Dad -- Chronic Vicodin Use | 7/19/2006 |
Q: I'm a nurse (gerontology/pain mgmt isn't my area) but I was trying to explain to my dad why it's so ...
A: You could try pointing out: -Avoid alcohol while taking acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Alcohol can ...
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| purple feet, lameness | 7/5/2006 |
Q: Our friend has: Purple feet, mottled dark pink towards her ankles and part way up her leg. Her ...
A: I really can't guess except to say this is very serious and is an obvious sign of compromised ...
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| digestion in seniors. | 6/21/2006 |
Q: MY MOTHER WAS IN A NURSING HOME FOR 10 YEARS,,,MOST OF WHICH WERE PLEASANT..HER MAIN CONCERN WAS ...
A: If our bodies worked perectly we would have a BM after each meal, but there are so many things in ...
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| digestion in seniors. | 6/18/2006 |
Q: MY MOTHER WAS IN A NURSING HOME FOR 10 YEARS,,,MOST OF WHICH WERE PLEASANT..HER MAIN CONCERN WAS ...
A: If our bodies worked perectly we would have a BM after each meal, but there are so many things in ...
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| MRI???? | 5/9/2006 |
Q: I had lumbar surgery 3 years ago for a L4-5 herniation (Laminectomy). There have been no problems ...
A: This is an FDA approved contrast agent for MRI. Gadolinium, or gadodiamide, provides greater ...
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| antibacterial gels harmful to you? | 5/9/2006 |
Q: I hope I'm finding you in the best of health. I saw places like Crabtree&Evelyn sell antibacterial ...
A: I have not researched this, but it seems to me that the message is that if a significant amount of ...
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| motions of elderly mother | 5/2/2006 |
Q: my mother has some movements i am curious to know about. she taps her forefingers to her thumbs as ...
A: It's funny you should ask this as I've always wondered why seniors do that too; I've noticed it ...
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| CAT SCAN | 4/30/2006 |
Q: Margot Hi, I have two questions - First, my mom is in her 70's and she had a part of her ...
A: Most full-body scans are roughly equivalent to 68 chest X-rays. "That sounds like a lot, but to most ...
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| retaining water ? | 3/26/2006 |
Q: Im a 60 year old flooring installer, recently my knee swelled up and when I knell on it ,it feels ...
A: You really should go to Emergency or at least see your GP today - it sounds to me like you have a ...
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| Older people falling | 3/24/2006 |
Q: I have fallen four timese in the last month for no good reason. I am not dizzy, am very active, but ...
A: I'm afraid i can't really guess over the iternet what might be causing your falls. You really should ...
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| MRSA | 2/20/2006 |
Q: I went to see my aunt in the hospital on Saturday. I gave her a kiss on the cheek and as I was ...
A: The first thing you want o know is WHERE the MRSA infection is - if it's in a wound, then it's very ...
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| cock rings for elderly | 2/19/2006 |
Q: My husband has 66 years old. Lately he has used, with a big success, those rubber cock rings fixed ...
A: According to www.babeland.com, they recommend "removing the cock ring after a maximum of 20 ...
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| ringworm medication | 2/14/2006 |
Q: these are the only medications I have on hand at this hour at home: Cortaid, Terazol, Triamcinolone ...
A: You need an Antifungal and all the creams you have are anitbacterial (except Terazol, but it's not ...
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| nail care for the elderly | 1/26/2006 |
Q: After having cared for and losing both parents, I am convinced in the need for in-home care for the ...
A: Where I have worked we have alwasy used Podiatrists and Foot Care Nurses for our residents as the ...
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| Will my body get rid of it? | 1/24/2006 |
Q: am extremely terrified of what i may have done to my body I started buying adderall from a friend of ...
A: Well I think you've learned your lesson, but let me stress again to NEVER take drugs that are not ...
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| Will my body get rid of it? | 1/24/2006 |
Q: am extremely terrified of what i may have done to my body I started buying adderall from a friend of ...
A: Well I think you've learned your lesson, but let me stress again to NEVER take drugs that are not ...
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| Anaphylactoid purpura (henoch-schonlein) | 1/2/2006 |
Q: I am a 25 yr. old working mom of 4. A few days ago I was diagnosed with anaphylactoid purpura. I ...
A: I am not familiar with your condition, nor could I find much information on treatments as most sites ...
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| Stuffed Ears | 12/29/2005 |
Q: I just visited my wife's family in NY and came down with a terrible cold. After the plane ride back ...
A: Usually no care is needed for plugged ears, but if the problem persists, you may need medicine for ...
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| informed consent | 12/26/2005 |
Q: My mother, she's 80, was in the hospital after a fall. She was only there to be examined, she does ...
A: 'Informed Consent' is a complex issue and it would be difficult to prove the doctor did anything ...
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| Loosing eyelashes | 12/25/2005 |
Q: I noticed about a week ago that I had like a bold spot in the upper lid of one of my eyes. First I ...
A: It is natural for lashes to shed and re-grow, but if you are noticing bald spots along your lash ...
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| Panic Disorder & when to worry | 12/10/2005 |
Q: I have a panic/anxiety disorder. I also have IBS and the two interact, as does the anxiety with any ...
A: I agree with your doctor, you will know when something is serious. Appendicitis is not just a twinge ...
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| blood pressure reading | 11/30/2005 |
Q: Is it possible to use the wrong size cuff when taking blood pressure? There have been several ...
A: Yes, you absolutely can have a BP Cuff that is too small or large for your arm. I would suggest you ...
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| menstral | 11/23/2005 |
Q: I am 39 years old. For at least the last 15 years I have always been able to count 28 days between ...
A: There are several reasons your periods could be coming more frequently, some of which may require ...
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| Elderly Stroke Victim -- Stubborn! | 11/21/2005 |
Q: Ware: My husband is dealing with his mother in an acute situation right now in Knoxville, TN. She ...
A: Generally if a patient can not care for themselves the Doctors and Social Workers will do the 'dirty ...
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| penis implant in senior | 11/11/2005 |
Q: My husband ( 62 y.o. ) had a prostatectomy 4 years ago, due to cancer. Now he wants to implant a ...
A: Some Penile Implant surgeries are down with a local, and some are under General Anesthesia. The best ...
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| Exelon (Rivastigine) | 11/4/2005 |
Q: My 79 year old mother-in-law has been on Exelon 3mg 2x day for several years. I feel she has mild ...
A: Below is the pharmalogical information for physicians for Exelon and as you can see there are no ...
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| arthroscopic surgery recovery | 10/10/2005 |
Q: I feel strange asking advice for the elderly, since in my mind I'm still 29, but somehow the body ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your challenges post knee surgery. I did work on an Orthopaedic floor for ...
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| My 19-year-old college student daughter | 10/5/2005 |
Q: My daughter complains of extreme fatigue no matter how much sleep she gets. She had a bad cold and ...
A: Mononucleosis (often called "mono") is an infection caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. Signs of mono ...
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| Ankylosing Spondylitis | 9/27/2005 |
Q: Recently I expierienced some extreme back pain and it has not yet calmed. It has happened in the ...
A: It sounds to me like you have a simple muscle spasm most likely due to a recent physical strain. ...
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| MSRA | 9/15/2005 |
Q: My father is 75 and just had his bladder removed due to bladder cancer. He now has a MSRA staph ...
A: What you need to know is WHERE the MRSA is, because then you know how to protect yourself against ...
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| Hiv Transmission | 9/11/2005 |
Q: Can you get hiv from touching blood on clothes, I think it was dry but can not be sure. I did not ...
A: HIV is spread by sexual contact with an infected person, by sharing needles and/or syringes ...
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| IBS HELP | 9/9/2005 |
Q: I am a 27 year old female, I have had IBS for about 10 years. Every once in a while I get it really ...
A: My best advice is to find a good Naturopath and get tested for food allergies & intolerances as I ...
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| neck and back pain | 9/5/2005 |
Q: i have a burning sensation in the back of my neck and between my shloders.i had a m.r.i around 5 ...
A: Obviously I can not guess a diagnosis over the Internet and only an examination by a physician can ...
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| protein in urine | 8/14/2005 |
Q: life insurance exam revealed protein in urine. i had taken a hydrocodone pill earlier..would that ...
A: I am not aware of any medications that cause Proteinuria; in fact I took Hydrocodone for several ...
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| Medicare | 8/5/2005 |
Q: I'm trying to figure out what kind of Medicare coverage to get for my Dad. He's got the basic, ...
A: Data from the Institute for Health Information (IHI) indicate that the average length of a hospital ...
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| imune | 7/15/2005 |
Q: I am 66 am fit for jogging etc and run out about 3 times a week I am in general very well and happy ...
A: Well this is new to me, but I would suggest two things: 1] try taking Vitamin C and Zinc ...
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| Insurance question | 7/10/2005 |
Q: My father(80 years old) has limited income and no assetts. Is it necessary for him to have the ...
A: I'm not sure if I understand your question. If you are asking if your father needs to get insurance ...
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| Rabies | 7/9/2005 |
Q: I just read this: Can Rabies be transmitted by a secondary object? Rabies has never been ...
A: Non-bite exposures to rabies are very rare. Scratches, abrasions, open wounds, or mucous membranes ...
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| Rabies | 7/9/2005 |
Q: I thought the only test for rabies was of the brain after death? Followup To Question - We ...
A: Several tests are available to diagnose rabies ante-mortem (before death) in humans; but no single ...
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| Rabies | 7/9/2005 |
Q: We recently went camping, after dark we where invaded by raccoons, they tried to run off with ...
A: People usually get get rabies from the bite of a rabid animal. It is also possible, but quite rare, ...
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| ankle pain | 6/28/2005 |
Q: Ware, Thank you first of all, for helping people online like this, for many cannot afford to go ...
A: The way you describe her pain I'm guessing that it's caused by pressure on a nerve when she's in ...
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| HIV Test | 5/23/2005 |
Q: In January my Husband's 15 year old Daughter came to live with us. Knowing she has been sexually ...
A: I think you are being overly cautious and really don't need to worry. It is extremely doubtful that ...
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| Clot | 5/23/2005 |
Q: A few years ago, I had a DVT and Pulmonary Embolism. I also had a Greenfield Filter implanted. I'm ...
A: I would consult with your surgeon for a definite answer. My common sense tells me that it would be ...
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| Interview! | 5/17/2005 |
Q: Ware, I am a grade 12 student from Windsor, ON, Canada. I am seeking some of your valuable time to ...
A: 1. What is your profession? Profession = Nursing; Career = Healthcare Administrator. How would you ...
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| IBS | 5/17/2005 |
Q: first a little history, I have IBS, I have had it for along time. Recently I have been bloated and ...
A: I agree that a Colonoscopy or CT Scan would really be the only way to definately know what's going ...
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| Swelling and water retention | 5/9/2005 |
Q: They have been swollen now for aabout 4 days they haven't gotten worse but they haven't gotten ...
A: Sudden edema is a concern and I think the wisest thing to do is to have your friend go see her ...
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| IBS with constipation | 5/9/2005 |
Q: I have IBS with constipation, I have never tried a laxative. I decided out of desperation to try ...
A: The thin stools concern me and I suggest you speak to your doctor about them and ask about a safe ...
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| breast | 4/13/2005 |
Q: I met my wife when she was 22 years old. she was then having sizable breast(with a little weight). ...
A: Both men's and women's bodies lose body fat and muscle tone as we age, and this makes breasts droop ...
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| Toe nail how to cut | 4/11/2005 |
Q: my father 85 years old has very long nails(did not know this until step mother went to nursing home) ...
A: My advice is to take your father to a Podiatrist at least once to get the initial trim done properly ...
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| Post Thrombotic Syndrome | 3/26/2005 |
Q: Ware, I had a pulmonary embolism. Then, 8 months later, I had a DVT. I'm 55 years old. While in the ...
A: As you're well aware, you need to be proactive to prevent future problems including not standing for ...
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| cracked calloused thumb | 3/24/2005 |
Q: my husband is 70. He has some bursitis but is otherwise healthy. No diabetes. he has a deep crack ...
A: As long as the crack is dry and not infected, the main thing you need to do is remoisturize it (not ...
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| The whole story, what do you think? | 3/10/2005 |
Q: I am a bit paranoid about catching HIV, I am so paranoid that when my Husband's 15 year old Daughter ...
A: Contrary to popular belief, HIV is actually not that easy to "catch" - you need blood-to-blood ...
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| Piercing | 3/2/2005 |
Q: Teens pierce eachothers ears, and share earrings, etc. Can AIDS be caught this way? Is there ...
A: The most common causes of infection are piercing the ears with unsterile equipment, inserting ...
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| Who is right? | 2/27/2005 |
Q: I think I am very constipated, my mom insist this is causing all my problems, I have just little ...
A: You need to increase your fluid intake and try some natural psyllium from a health food store - you ...
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| Who is right? | 2/27/2005 |
Q: I have been have gas and heartburn which is not too uncommon since I have IBS. But I also have ...
A: Gallbladder pain certainly can radiate to your right shoulder but it would usually do this shortly ...
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| HELP, I HAVE GAS | 2/24/2005 |
Q: I have IBS, lately I have been having bad gas, belching and pain in the right back when I breath, ...
A: Principles for Optimal Intestinal Health Drink at least eight to twelve 8-oz. glasses of clean ...
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| Blood Clots | 2/21/2005 |
Q: I have IBS which is really bothering me the last couple of days. The problem is constipation. I ...
A: Symptoms of a DVT When a clot forms, it can either partially or totally block the blood flow in that ...
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| Blood Clot? | 2/21/2005 |
Q: I have IBS which is really bothering me the last couple of days. The problem is constipation. I ...
A: Symptoms of a DVT When a clot forms, it can either partially or totally block the blood flow in that ...
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| after hospital stay | 2/19/2005 |
Q: Do you have any suggestions about getting better after a hospital stay? Still feel a little weak.
A: Without knowing what you're recovering from,k my best advice is plenty of rest, good nutrition & ...
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| low body temperature | 2/13/2005 |
Q: I have body temperature of 96.8 according to my digitial thermometer. I have good energy overall. ...
A: 98.6 is only an average, we all have different normal temps - it's good to know your own Baseline ...
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| magnetic therapy | 2/9/2005 |
Q: I am about to try magnetic therapy in the use of a magnet bracelet & nikken magnetic insoles ,can a ...
A: Yes the magnets do help. I have several different ones I use from time to time. The best magnet ...
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| magnetic therapy | 2/7/2005 |
Q: I am about to try magnetic therapy in the use of a magnet bracelet & nikken magnetic insoles ,can a ...
A: I have used Nikken magnetic products for several years now and have never had a problem – I have an ...
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| What do you think? | 1/26/2005 |
Q: I am wondering if people really need antibiotics for things like ear infections, sinus infections, ...
A: This is a complex question without a simple, answer. Many doctors do write Rx's just to make ...
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| UTI | 1/25/2005 |
Q: I have IBS so having to potty alot is nothing new to me. However I noticed my urine smelling a ...
A: When the body has an infection it sends White Blood Cells (WCBs) to the scene to fight off the ...
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| Advice? | 1/24/2005 |
Q: So I should just forget about it and not even report it to th school? I told the police but they ...
A: Methylphenidate is indicated as an integral part of a total treatment program which typically ...
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| Advice? | 1/21/2005 |
Q: Well - if not an adult - how would a child know the word Ritalin? This is very sick that someone ...
A: Because some children are put on Ritalin they talk to their friends and most kids do know about it. ...
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| Advice? | 1/20/2005 |
Q: What does a parent do if one receives a "poison pen" letter from an anonymous person - sent to me - ...
A: I have never heard of a “poison letter” before, nor have I heard of a professional recommending ...
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| Elkderly woman hearing "music" that's not there | 1/20/2005 |
Q: I often help older people in my apartment building. I got a call from a seventy-year-old woman who ...
A: It sounds like the lady is experiencing auditory hallucinations which can have many causes including ...
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| Multi-viatims? | 1/19/2005 |
Q: I'm 19 years old and male, i just started taking Centreum Performance multi-vitamins once a day this ...
A: There is no harm taking multivits at any age as they have a wide selection of vitamins & minerals at ...
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| My Veins | 12/19/2004 |
Q: Some small veins have started to swell up around the knuckles on my hands. One swelled up and a thin ...
A: I think you should go see a doctor if it happens again so s/he can see what you're talking about. My ...
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| Calcium | 12/16/2004 |
Q: My wife has been taking tums for her calcium, but doesn't like them. Would 1200 units of ...
A: There is no problem taking the Schiff Calcium along with her daily MutliVits - 800 units Vit D is ...
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| Bruising and Blood Spots | 12/16/2004 |
Q: I had a DVT (clot) in my right leg 2 years ago. I had a Greenfield Filter implanted. The MD ...
A: You really need to monitor your Blood regularly due to your history of DVT. Regular PT levels will ...
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| Breast size | 11/27/2004 |
Q: Doc, I am student.But I have very small size of my breast.Can u tell me how can increase size of my ...
A: There are a lot of false claims of products for sale that claim they'll increase your bust size - ...
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| Not sure you can answer | 11/25/2004 |
Q: I am wondering when a young person is brought to a hospital and dies, (age 36) if the hospital makes ...
A: All patients admitted to hospital have basic blood tests done and these simple tests identify ...
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| Hypoglycemia | 11/22/2004 |
Q: we recently got my husband's 15 year old Daughter after her mother passed away. We were told by my ...
A: It sounds like a poor lifestyle lead to symptoms incorrectly labelled "Hypoglycemia" & "Asthma". As ...
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| Hypoglycemia | 11/22/2004 |
Q: we recently got my husband's 15 year old Daughter after her mother passed away. We were told by my ...
A: It sounds like a poor lifestyle lead to symptoms incorrectly labelled "Hypoglycemia" & "Asthma". As ...
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| Parasites | 11/16/2004 |
Q: Can a normal health person be infected with Parasites without knowing? Can he have Parasites in his ...
A: Symptoms of a pinworm infection include itching around the anus, disturbed sleep, and irritability ...
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| addictions | 11/14/2004 |
Q: Are some people absolutely incapable of becoming addicted to substances? I have never felt the ...
A: Addictions are a very complex process with MANY causes and effecting causes. There are ...
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| Brain Tumor | 10/14/2004 |
Q: My mother was recently diagnosed with BRAIN TUMOR. I was really shocked and honestly I do not know ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about your Mother, I'll answer your questions the best i can. 1. A brain tumor ...
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| broken wrist | 10/10/2004 |
Q: Last night while skateboarding I fell. I put my hand out to stop my fall and jammed my wrist. This ...
A: It's really hard to say if you have broken your wrist or not as there's eleven little bones in a ...
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| CELLULITIS WITH STRANGE PAINFULL RASH | 10/6/2004 |
Q: WARE, I AM A 57 YEAR OLD WOMAN WITH MULTIPLE HEALTH ISSUES.BASICALLY PROBLEMS WITH THE IMMUNE ...
A: I really can't guess what's going on with you, but it does sound like Cellulitis to me. I have seen ...
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| Mom's headaches | 9/30/2004 |
Q: Dora (my mom) is 94. She lives in Florida in an apartment complex for seniors. She has a GP and he ...
A: Obviously there is no way for any one to diagnos over the internet, especially as we can't see test ...
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| Body Aches! | 9/15/2004 |
Q: I have been having body aches, I assume it is from the flu/or virus since my whole family has been ...
A: It does sound normal. Some flus can linger and we can ache for weeks. When we get a cold or flu our ...
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| diethyl carbamazine citrate-as preventive medicine-elderly patients-died-what is the reason. | 9/14/2004 |
Q: Recent in India, that is in tamil nadu some the public elderly people is died after taking diethyl ...
A: Obviously I can not tell you why people died without their full medical histories and lab results, ...
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| Scrotum | 9/14/2004 |
Q: There are several small spots on my Scrotum that look like drops of blood. Is this normal? I am 51 ...
A: I did a little research and found this information which I hope is helpful. There are different ...
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| Risk | 9/12/2004 |
Q: I have been hearing alot of things about rabies here latley. Someone in our town was bit by a rabid ...
A: Below is informtation from the CDC which should answer all your questions, I hope it helps. Human ...
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| Alzheimer care | 8/9/2004 |
Q: My mother-in-law has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's for the past year. She has been unable to care ...
A: The best advice I can give is to contact a Social Worker at your local hospital and the Alzheimer ...
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| Throat Culture | 8/1/2004 |
Q: I have a sore in my throat, very painful, been there a couple of weeks. My Dr. took a throat ...
A: A culture allows the bacteria to “grow” for 3 days and sees which Antibiotics it will respond to so ...
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| Face Acne | 7/26/2004 |
Q: My wife has some sort of acne frequently appearing on her face, particularly around the mouth & chin ...
A: Alaa I think your wife should see a Dermatologist and have the facial rash diagnosed as it may be ...
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| Diseases from the Dr? | 7/11/2004 |
Q: I think you did not understand my question, I probably should have worded it different. I mean do ...
A: sorry I didn't understand what you meant. I do know people do catch infections in hospitals: The ...
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| Thrush | 7/11/2004 |
Q: I recently was treated with oral antibiotics to cure a sinus infection I did not have. (10 days of ...
A: Yes it is quite common to get Thrush from the use of Antibiotics; here's some good information: ...
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| Diseases from the Dr? | 7/8/2004 |
Q: I am just curious if diseases are ever caught from things done at the Drs. office? I am wondering ...
A: Yes, many, many things are in fact "caught" at the GPs office. That is why family doctors like to do ...
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| Hiatus Hernia | 7/3/2004 |
Q: I believe my husband has a Hiatus Hernia. It has been described to me by another old aged Pensioner. ...
A: Here is some info which should help: Heartburn, Hiatal Hernia, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease ...
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| Worried | 7/3/2004 |
Q: My neck feels better, but I have been having headaches now. In mainly one area of my head, kind of ...
A: I'm glad your neck is better. I really can't diagnos over the internet but I really still think ...
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| Head Pain | 7/2/2004 |
Q: What can cause sharp pains in the head? They don't last real long but are scary. Could this be a ...
A: What is Headache? When a person has a headache, several areas of the head can hurt, including a ...
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| thrush | 7/2/2004 |
Q: i've heard that thrush occurs when you have white discharges and itchiness around ur vagina, i had ...
A: You DO need to go see your GP asap to get properly diagnosed and treated. It's very dangerous to ...
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| Sinus Infection | 7/2/2004 |
Q: Are antibiotics always needed for a sinus infection? Symptoms: Sinus pain and pressure. Clear ...
A: Sinus Facts Have you ever had a cold or allergy attack that wouldn't go away? If so, there's a good ...
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| Worried | 7/1/2004 |
Q: I have been having troubles with sinus infections and allergies, this morning I woke up with a ...
A: The best test for Meningitis is to try and put your chin on your neck – if you can't, you need to ...
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| medicine side effect? | 7/1/2004 |
Q: I have been put on ERY-TAB 333MG EC TAB three times a day for 14 days due to a sinus infection. ...
A: You really should go see your GP and tell him/her about this reaction to the Medication. ...
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| Medicine | 6/17/2004 |
Q: Today I was given SMZ/TMP 800-160 the generic for Bactrim DS for a sinus infection. I took one then ...
A: I'm not sure what you read that worried you as the only common side effect is a possible rash and ...
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| Chiropractors | 6/5/2004 |
Q: I went to a "Free Screening" on the side of the road today from a chiropractor. I was not feeling ...
A: I would say "Free Roadside Assessments" are a good thing to stay clear of; I'm quite sure every ...
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| CUT TONGUE | 6/3/2004 |
Q: This may sound like a weird question. But, while jogging, I accidentally bit my tongue. That was ...
A: Yes tongues can take a while to heal as they tend to become quite swollen due to their texture, ...
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| loss of body mass | 5/21/2004 |
Q: What would be causing a person age 55 to be losing body mass fairly rapidly
A: I apologise for my delay in responding but I had to leave the country unexpected for a urgent family ...
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| Fingernail bed looks white | 5/9/2004 |
Q: To whomever, We have a 10 year old boy and his fingernail bed has turned white instead of pink - I ...
A: Obviously I can not diagnose anything over the internet, but I can hopefully share some information ...
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| Blood Pressure | 5/3/2004 |
Q: I've got a question about blood pressure. I'm a jogger and have been for over 20 years. My blood ...
A: Hypotension; Low blood pressure Low blood pressure is an abnormal condition where a person's blood ...
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| Breast Leakage | 4/29/2004 |
Q: I am a 23 year-old female, and about a week ago, I noticed some discharge coming out of my right ...
A: There really are several possible causes and I think it's best if you see your doctor and be sure. I ...
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| Medication for elderly | 4/22/2004 |
Q: What are the side effects for Megestrol Acetate
A: Possible side effects Because people react to drugs in different ways it is not possible to predict ...
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| Joint pain | 4/21/2004 |
Q: I am 35 years old and have experienced pain in the knuckles of both of my middle fingers within the ...
A: I doubt it's Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (as describes below). I couldn't really say what it is except it ...
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| Feeding the elderly | 4/1/2004 |
Q: Dads 96 years old. Healthy as far as vitals go, but he has refused to eat or drink any nourishment ...
A: The first thing that you need to know (in my opinion) is WHY your Dad's not eating; did he have a ...
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| drainage at corner of eye | 3/9/2004 |
Q: my eyes (predominately the left) are draining from the duct continuously. It is painful at times ...
A: It sounds like you could have a blocked tear duct (but of course no one can diagnose this without ...
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| gerontology | 3/1/2004 |
Q: My brother, age 71, is in a nursing home. As with many elderly, I am sure, he has had many ...
A: I think you need to request a Care Conference at the home your brother is in (this is a meeting of ...
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| sleep disturbance | 2/27/2004 |
Q: Margot, my wife 72, was diagnosed with progressive supranuclear palsey (PSP) about two years ago. ...
A: I'm sorry to hear about the challenge you and your wife currently face. My suggestions would be: ...
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| skin cysts | 2/26/2004 |
Q: My Mom (64 years old) has been getting cysts on her skin often for the past year and a half. Some ...
A: I would suggest you have a Dermatologist look at those Cysts and ask him what they are excatly and ...
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| safety issue | 2/23/2004 |
Q: My mother-in-law has alzheimers and is being cared at her home 24 hours a day. She has begun ...
A: We often use latches for this exact reason. We jst use plain old door latches that cna be picked up ...
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| Chelation | 2/15/2004 |
Q: You have answered questions for me before. I had a pulmonary embolism and DVT in 2002. Was on ...
A: Chelation Therapy is controversial to say the least. I know people who swear by it and others who ...
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| I am having "restless legs"... | 2/9/2004 |
Q: I am having "restless legs" it started last night and now again all day today. What causes this, ...
A: There can be MANY causes for "Restless Legs" but the first thing I usually like to rule out is ...
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| Preparing for old age | 2/1/2004 |
Q: I am a 51 year old male. I have been lifting weights for 16 years. I am planning for a "working ...
A: You obviously are a very sensible and intelligent person - not to metion young at heart. I doubt I ...
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