Health - 30 October 2006

I have type II diabetes. The first time I checked it with a meter it was 315 and it was a few hrs after eating at night. That happened last week. This morning I checked first thing in the morning and it was 219. It scared me when I have not eaten a thing. I have been watching my diet very carefully. What do you think I should do, or how long should it take to come down to normal? I also had a headache this morning before I check it and my stomach was bothering me all day today.

2006-10-30 09:16:13 · 6 answers · asked by mickey 4 in Diabetes

2006-10-30 09:16:03 · 3 answers · asked by JACK J 1 in Dental

seems like my pubic hair has a film around the hair like if i pull on it it seems really weak it will break easily and my scrotum seems to itch alot more than it used to just wondering what that might be or if there is any cure over the counter for it or if i should just shave all the hair off of my penis and scrotum thanks for all your help

2006-10-30 09:15:17 · 9 answers · asked by the503kracka 2 in STDs

2006-10-30 09:14:26 · 7 answers · asked by ianipod2 1 in Men's Health

hey can u lose 60 lbs just by water fasting and walking everyday for 35 days? how much u think u can lose doing all that?

2006-10-30 09:13:49 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

have a bit of gum recession on bottom teeth, this has been checked out and i ve been told to keep an eye on it, been wearing braces for 3 years which are coming off in 3 months, can braces also cause some gum recession? I have control of oral hygene, what can I do to get this sorted, surgery. so MANY questions!

2006-10-30 09:13:30 · 3 answers · asked by JACK J 1 in Dental

A la the actor Richard E Grant, who apparently got info about a milkshake style drink... I don't care about eating really, give me an affordable diet revolving around coffee and one meal a day and I'll be happy. I know it's an obvious answer, but sadly I've not got much time or money to exercise at the moment... Unless I meet the right girl again of course. I adapt.

2006-10-30 09:12:14 · 14 answers · asked by Ben J 1 in Men's Health

My allergies have been the worst the past 2 weeks. I haven't felt like this in about 6 years. Can anyone suggest a really good OTC med for nasal congestion and sinus pressure? I've tried many of them...but I hate to spend more money on stuff that just doesn't work. What works for you? Help me please...I can't breathe outta my nose!!

2006-10-30 09:11:33 · 9 answers · asked by Justinsmom 3 in Allergies

2006-10-30 09:08:55 · 23 answers · asked by Candy 5 in Diet & Fitness

Recently, I watched a newcast that preached the benefits of chocolate milk saying that it had the right balance of sugars and proteins to be very beneficial to your body after a rigorous workout, I was wondering if there was any truth in this, or if Gatorade and/or water was still the best way to rehydrate.

2006-10-30 09:07:22 · 11 answers · asked by Mr.Met 1 in Diet & Fitness

Does anybody have any home remedies for cleaning out your ears? Besides the usual Q-Tip.

2006-10-30 09:07:21 · 8 answers · asked by stpolycarp77 6 in Other - Health

I have extream tendenidis in both knees, but I am a runner my school trainer is well to put it nicely an idiot and orthipedic doctors are exspencive. So what should I do?

2006-10-30 09:04:17 · 9 answers · asked by Hannah R. 2 in Injuries

I am trying to get blood sugar up today. Feeling very weak and shaky no matter what I do.

2006-10-30 09:03:01 · 13 answers · asked by Mrs. O 1 in Diabetes

Any web site that rates MD

2006-10-30 09:02:39 · 1 answers · asked by deloyt 1 in Heart Diseases

2006-10-30 09:01:50 · 10 answers · asked by Salami and Orange Juice 5 in Injuries

Drug overdose

2006-10-30 09:01:34 · 4 answers · asked by aam 1 in Other - Diseases

I see that a U.S. federal judge ruled on February 21, 2006 in favor of Takeda Pharmaceuticals North America, Inc. that a patent
covering the active ingredient of ACTOS is valid and enforceable through 2011. Yet this drug has been on the market since 1999 and has generated billions of dollars in profit but yet probably only cost them a billion dollars tops to get to market.

Why am I, under a typical insurance plan, paying $5 per pill (day) because it is a Brand name drug rather than $20 copay for generics. This is obsurd given that 30 million perscriptions have been written for this drug and that 20 million Americans have diabetes.

Does anyone know how they were able to renew this patent which is not typical? Does anyone know of a reliable foreign online pharmacy that sells Pioglitazone?

2006-10-30 09:01:04 · 4 answers · asked by TBone 2 in Diabetes

i knee is swollen and i can't put any weight on the knee and its sometimes its painful walking i didn't injury the knee at all. can it be something serious? what should i do?

2006-10-30 09:00:06 · 9 answers · asked by sweetheart4ever567 1 in Injuries

2006-10-30 08:59:28 · 52 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

I always noticed that smart people are usually tired or angry while stupid people are usually happy and joyful. What is up with that? Shouldn't the stupid people feel bad that their stupid and shouldn't the smart people feel happy that their smart?

2006-10-30 08:59:12 · 18 answers · asked by Britney S 2 in Mental Health

I had an ex who is bipolar. I put up with his episodes for 4 yrs before I finally gave up. Time and time again I've forgiven him for his actions because like he's said, I "have no idea what it feels like...". Was I right to sympathize, or did I get walked all over? I'm trying to figure out if the bipolar was just his excuse for acting like a jerk, or if it was truly uncontrollable. I've read up a lot on bipolar, but still havent been able to get a concrete answer. I'd especially like to hear from those who are bipolar. He says he needs a friend now... what do I do? =/

2006-10-30 08:58:48 · 12 answers · asked by I scream for ICE CREAM!! 3 in Mental Health

I am 5ft 6" when i left the army 7 years ago i was a size 10 I got into a relationship i wasn't 100% about and then met my husband who i adore. i have a child of almost3 had by emergency c-section and now i'm a size 18/20 flubbering mess i've tried diets i've tried not eating i am trying to stay positive and lie to my friends saying i've lost weight to hear the congratulations. It's unbeleivably heartbreaking and i don't know what to do i don't eat much either slice of toast in the morning chicken bagette at lunch and twoslices of toast when i get home please someone help. other than a stanley knife and a dyson i have no idea's (i wouldn't do the dyson or knife thing)

2006-10-30 08:58:33 · 17 answers · asked by kittycat 2 in Diet & Fitness

2006-10-30 08:58:31 · 3 answers · asked by AnnG 1 in Pain & Pain Management

Her dad is not expected to live more than a few days. I have been there for her with her mum but don't know how to comfort her with her dad it's very difficult because she is still greiving for her mum.

2006-10-30 08:58:28 · 19 answers · asked by Candy 5 in Cancer

I am

5 '3

140 lbs

13 years old

i am trying to lose this weight by running for 45 minutes and dieting

my guess it 8 weeks

2006-10-30 08:58:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

The underwire in my bra has rubbed my skin until a tag developed. If I cut it off, will I be ok?

2006-10-30 08:56:21 · 6 answers · asked by trueblue 2 in Skin Conditions

worried, is it a medical condition, i know its not a skin condition thanks

2006-10-30 08:55:56 · 13 answers · asked by bearhug 1 in Women's Health

thyroid nodule

2006-10-30 08:55:13 · 1 answers · asked by melanieinmi2000 1 in Cancer

Just wondering as it always clashes with Breast Cancer Awareness (which I support as well) As far as I am aware there hasn't any media coverage for Lupus at all.

2006-10-30 08:54:50 · 6 answers · asked by bookwormaddict 2 in Other - Diseases

i was watching a comercial for weigh loss and it seems like it might work but you know how you can never tell if someone is acting or if they really did use this product its the MAKE OVER AMERICA diet

2006-10-30 08:54:39 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness