Health - 10 August 2006

I've got a bad back currently. I've got a herniated disc in the lumbar (lower back) region and I'm awaiting to hear from my insurance company if they'll cover the cost of the majorly expensive surgery or not. But meanwhile and especially afterwards, I want to improve my posture, build up my back muscles, and sleep on a mattress or no mattress at all if it means it will improve the quality of my back or the amount of strain. Please help.

2006-08-10 12:59:20 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

By this, I mean, will more harm be done if you, say, mow the lawn, ears unprotected for an hour, or listen to music, at the same decible level, for the same amount of time? Or is there no difference?

2006-08-10 12:57:45 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - General Health Care

My friend bought a Hookah device and they smoke it all day. They said there is no nicotine in the tobacco they use. Could that be true?

2006-08-10 12:57:37 · 4 answers · asked by jenelled143 2 in Other - Health

Ok i work out every other day and osmeone woh knows laot aobut working out can oyu pelase tell me if this a good workout regimine?:
1st day:Upper Body: Shoulders/ deltoids, chest/pecs, Lats Back, Triceps. Finish off with Abs and a Hard cardio treadmill.
2nd Day:Lower Body: Leg press, Quads, Hamstrings, Calves. THEN Biceps/curls. Finish off with a light cardio treadmill.
MAX BENCH: 120 SQUAT: 200
2-3 sets of each...workout lasts about 1 - 1 1/2 hr
switch off upper and lower body each days.
And one other question is what should i drink or take before OR after to help my body improve (nothing bad that can damage naything). Ive been drinking a protein shake after each workout.
Im only 15 yrs old HS football player (RB) 5'6" weigh 130 and i eat pretty healthy i guess like a normal kid. and i also take vitamins (b-12, potassium, etc.) Im going for a nice healthy, lean, cut and in shape muscular and cardio wise body build that will make the girls go wild! lol
Any critiques or errors?

2006-08-10 12:57:09 · 5 answers · asked by tyler n 1 in Diet & Fitness

2006-08-10 12:56:34 · 11 answers · asked by ? 5 in Men's Health

Go to this website http://www.sticksofhope.com/ for every message of hope submitted to kids with cancer nestle ice cream will donate 25 cents to the City of Hope statue!

2006-08-10 12:56:17 · 3 answers · asked by qwerty 4 in Other - Health

2006-08-10 12:56:11 · 13 answers · asked by Sigma Man 2 in Dental

how does a person act ?? are they hyped up or zonked out ?

2006-08-10 12:53:37 · 7 answers · asked by mous931 1 in Other - Health

Can someone recomend me one?

2006-08-10 12:52:32 · 7 answers · asked by Brian M 1 in Dental

The man I love just told me he has genital herpes.......we have not been intimate yet. I really think I could spend the rest of my life with him......what do I do?

2006-08-10 12:52:23 · 15 answers · asked by Genevieve 3 in STDs

Level 1

Is having slightly a hint of green veins poping out normal?

I started lifting weights about a year and a half ago and more veins started to pop out which is to my liking however, i noticed with most bodybuilders, even in their off season ( not tanned) their veins are the same color as their skin, while i have my vein color which is slightly green pop out, is this normal? What is the cause for the color of the vein to comeout is it that the skin layer is thin therefore the natural color of the vein comes out? Other factors? Just an observation/ question not really a problem but i could use some sensible answers thanks.

2006-08-10 12:52:18 · 5 answers · asked by neol 1 in Mental Health

I previously asked a question and you said you are a health care professional. I was wondering if I could speak with you. There was no way shown to get ahold of you and so I figured I'd try to get ahold of you this way. Please.... I have some questions.

My email: godrocksmymusic@yahoo.com

2006-08-10 12:51:58 · 2 answers · asked by shortnspunky 2 in Women's Health

Since it was still too round I used a power sander to sand it down on the sides, now it burns when I touch it,, what should I do?

2006-08-10 12:50:46 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Men's Health

Since I was about five I would take a blanket and put it in between my legs and lay on my stomach. I would move up and down (thrusting) and I just thought it felt good. When I was older I realized this was masturbation, but I didn't know it at the time. I still perfer this way over regular masturbation, has anyone else done this or heard of this? Should I tell my boyfriend or still keep it as my deep dark secret?

2006-08-10 12:47:58 · 21 answers · asked by Elizabeth 1 in Women's Health

WHAT IS THE MAXIUM NOISE LEVEL PERMITTED BY DISTANCES WHICH IS SAFE FOR THE HUMAN EAR?

2006-08-10 12:46:12 · 1 answers · asked by George B 1 in Other - General Health Care

Be it food or relaxation, sports or hobbies, what are some things you use to treat yourself special?

2006-08-10 12:45:35 · 9 answers · asked by strong_beautifulqueen 2 in Other - Health

Ok, I'm on day 4 of this diet, and I have already lost 4lbs. So, I was thinking. Are there any other "soup" diets out there, I like this soup but I don't think I could eat this for much longer than a week. I know it's a 7 day diet but if i want to do it in a month or so as a clense. So, does any one out there know of another soup diet?

2006-08-10 12:44:44 · 7 answers · asked by One Love <3 3 in Diet & Fitness

2006-08-10 12:43:34 · 6 answers · asked by showurcards 1 in Other - General Health Care

I started to have very small red dots and now they developed into bigger red spots that are very itchy. They are on my legs, my butt, my back, my feet. I was thinking it might be hives but after looking it up, I dont think that is what it is. My two brothers and mom had it first and they went and seeked medical treatment but I have no way of getting ahold of them to find out what it was. I know my brother was given prednazone (sp?) does anyone know what this might be or why they gave him that medication? tia

2006-08-10 12:43:16 · 2 answers · asked by TURTLEBLUE 1 in Skin Conditions

i heard its a kissing disease but y do people get it?

2006-08-10 12:42:09 · 11 answers · asked by auroa26 3 in Infectious Diseases

do any one know of a condom that will not itch my gf
becaues the lextex ones do

2006-08-10 12:42:01 · 12 answers · asked by Cypher 2 in Men's Health

We have been trying to conceive for almost 2 yrs now. My cycles are not regular so I dont know when I am ovulating if even I am at all. My ins. does not cover infertility treatments so I can't just go to the dr. Any suggestions on how to know when I am ovulating or any herbal medicine to take to help. We do already have children so I know both our systems work right.

2006-08-10 12:41:47 · 5 answers · asked by Davesgirl 3 in Women's Health

2006-08-10 12:41:47 · 4 answers · asked by curlyq208 2 in Women's Health

every time I eat a meal i burn off the calories I ate and so that means I will be burning off more calories than I eat......oh yeah and does your bmr change if you start eating less?

2006-08-10 12:41:13 · 6 answers · asked by Helena 1 in Diet & Fitness

I have been exercising for over a month now, and eating more healthy (not perfect, but its not cheeseburgers 3 times a day!). I work out on the elliptical machine every night for 30 mins and then various resistance machines afterwards depending on the day (arms and shoulders on Monday, Chest on Tuesday, etc etc.). I am 5'8" and 155lbs. Im a 33 year old male. My question is, even though im eating better and exercising, my weight isnt dropping. I know im not obese or anything, but id like to be down to about 140-145, However, my weight fluctuates between 150 and 155. What am I doing wrong?

2006-08-10 12:39:50 · 33 answers · asked by schnewschnew 1 in Diet & Fitness

Well, I'm a 21 year old male virgin studying Film and Psychology at NYU on full scholarship - I remember learning in my Psych Class that people who aren't in (or who never had) any intimate relationships cut short their life span by about 15-20 years. Is their any way around this (besides getting a gf)? I want to live as long as I can whilst remaining a celebate virgin and it SUCKS to know that I'll die earlier just because I'll be a single virgin. I know that I'll never get into an intimate relationship but I'm sure that I will want to eventually have two children of my own by cloning (perhaps in 20 years)- when will the technology become available?
Girls seem to hate me as I'm only 5'6" (passive Eugenics, lol) - and I have nothing at all in common with any girl and I'm usually never interested as it is. I'd rather really just hang out by myself, and become a screenwriter or composer.

Any Tips? Thanks a ton!

2006-08-10 12:39:14 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Alternative Medicine

I'm 15 and am trying to get in shape for church softball next year. Also am just trying to improve my body. Currently I am doing push-ups and crunches. I have until next spring. Will this work and do you have any suggestions?

2006-08-10 12:38:23 · 5 answers · asked by schoolandgolf 2 in Diet & Fitness

2006-08-10 12:37:37 · 5 answers · asked by sambert2001 2 in Men's Health

well, my name is Layla and i feel shy right now , trying to figure
out why i get shunned.

2006-08-10 12:36:54 · 13 answers · asked by christina a 1 in Mental Health

embarrased, but Really gotta go. any info from a doctor would be greatly appreaciated. Already tried a lubricant to no avail.

2006-08-10 12:36:41 · 2 answers · asked by john c 1 in Other - General Health Care