Health - 20 November 2006

Ok, so my dad is 55, and approx 4 months ago was diagnosed with cancer. He's advanced as if he were to do the surgery, it would remove his voice box and leave him with both a breathing tube and a permanent stomach peg. The last time he had any treatment was 3 weeks ago (he is scheduled to commence proper radiation/chemo on the 5th of december). I guess i'm asking whether or not it is likely he will be ok? I know that after the treatment he will be in remission, but what is the likely outcome. I need to prepare myself, and my family for the most likely outcome :( I know that each situation is different, which is why i'm not relying on statistics, but its seems that everything I read, it is likely the patient may last a few years after the treatment, but the best they can do is slow the cancer down, rather than rid the cancer cells, and leave him in remission. Also - how likely is it that the cancer will spread within the next few weeks??

Much appreciated and thanks

2006-11-20 10:49:34 · 7 answers · asked by Jibret 1 in Cancer

Recently, my doctor reffered me to the local NHS hospital for a tummy tuck. Firstly, this wasnt for vanity purposes completley, although i admitt it was an advantage. The reason i requested the procedure was due to many contributing factors. I had my twin boys at just 15 years old. This in itself left over a stone in excess skin. That was six years ago and in that time my weight increased massivley, from 11 stone to 19 stone! Over the past 2 years tho, i have worked extremley hard to improve my health and weight. Up to date, i have lost 6 stone in this short time. the remaining 2 stone is excess skin. Yet the NHS have refused my application for a tummy tuck, stating that my case is not severe enough. I now look at my body with more disgust than when i was obese. Im lost for ways in which to appeal against this and would be extremley greatful for any help or advice suggested. Thanks in advance.

2006-11-20 10:48:12 · 6 answers · asked by katie 3 in Diet & Fitness

Does anybody know a good website/chat room for people with eating disorders? An English based one preferrably. Thanks in advance.

2006-11-20 10:47:55 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mental Health

I was prescribed 10mg a day of Lexapro six months ago and my prescription is about to run out (4 pills left). I don't feel like it helped/affected me at all during the past six months and I don't want to continue taking it. I know going off it cold turkey is bad, so how should I go about weaning myself off of it?

2006-11-20 10:47:38 · 4 answers · asked by ? 6 in Mental Health

2006-11-20 10:47:19 · 29 answers · asked by marquise258 1 in Diabetes

i'm a veteran of the USAF. when i left 2 years ago i was a size 5 and was in tip-top shape. i have been in school recently took the summer/fall semester off so i could stay at home with my 2 babies ( i do plan on returning next semester). my marriage is failing and as soon as our home sells (soon hopefully) i plan on filing for a divorce. we live in the middle of nowhere (a very small texas town) and i have no family or friends around (and trust me i have tried). the reason why i tell you this is because this might have a lot to do with the problem that i am asking all of you.
i am seriosly concerened about my weight. i have gained about 6 since i have been staying home. my eating has been out of control and is getting worse. i take over the counter diet pills cause my dr wouldnt prescribe me any. i get no exercise. i feel exhausted/overwhelmed all the time. has anyone ever oversome this feeling and if so how? please no negative replies. im having a hard enough time dealing with this.

2006-11-20 10:47:07 · 1 answers · asked by portuguese_tease 2 in Women's Health

2006-11-20 10:46:37 · 4 answers · asked by nanapapawelsh 1 in Diabetes

I had a baby in August... got an IUD 5 weeks ago... now I feel like there are air bubbles in my vagina. I have also been bleeding for the past 3 weeks like I have a long period, and I haven't had sex since the baby was born. Is something wrong? BTW, I have a gyn appointment in 6 days.

2006-11-20 10:46:36 · 5 answers · asked by tnort31 1 in Women's Health

no silly answers please i need a serious scientific answer! lol thanks in advance!!!

2006-11-20 10:45:24 · 1 answers · asked by no_nickname 2 in Other - Health

My dad caught mono, and has it pretty bad. I feel fine, but is it safe for me to go to school, or will I give all the other kids in school mono even though I feel fine?

2006-11-20 10:44:47 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

My 2 week old son is facing surgery tomorrow morning

2006-11-20 10:44:44 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

without buying the anitbiotics at the store?

2006-11-20 10:42:35 · 4 answers · asked by patrickfreak15 1 in Skin Conditions

2006-11-20 10:41:56 · 4 answers · asked by jeff P 1 in Respiratory Diseases

I cannot workout for 6-8 weeks due to surgery. Currently working out 6 times per week. Can I keep weight the same by just watching food choices alone. Do tend to go for cany now knowing that I will be working out. If I give that up and eat healthy for those weeks can I keep the weight loss under control.

2006-11-20 10:41:27 · 26 answers · asked by flower 2 in Diet & Fitness

have purple like bruises under my eye im dead tired... and i do bleed alot i never get much of a break and sometimes it seems like there is a lack of blood going to my brain i act kinda drunkish and can't help it like i can't even understand what im talking about . Im also irritable most of the time..

2006-11-20 10:40:36 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

2006-11-20 10:39:26 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

ok so lately I've been getting what I THINK is a migraine...im not sure, whats weird is- I know exactly when I'm going to get them. What happens is -


NUMBER1. U know when u look at the sun or a bright light for a while, and then you look somewhere else, u see those spots or blotches hovering around....well when I start getting those I know a "migraine/headache" is coming on.

NUMBER2.I get really really hot and feel like I have a fever, I also feel weak and a need to rest.

NUMBER3. suddenly I start cooling down and am almost cold

NUMBER4. at this point I have to sit or rest. kind of shaky...

It might sound like some really bad disease but I only get these lets say....3 times a month, Since I know when the headaces are going to start, I think I should find a way to stop it even before it starts. no? well anyway I want to know What these headaches/migraine things are called so I can get medicine to treat it.. thx :)

2006-11-20 10:36:47 · 5 answers · asked by volleyballwootwoot 2 in Other - Health

I'm feeling crazy right now. I need to figure out what's wrong with me. I feel depressed. I feel like I have some mental condition, but maybe I don't and Im telling myself that to give myself an excuse for how crappy I am.

I was talking with my mom and she asked me why I don't hang out with anyone. She suggested that I don't feel like I fit in. Which is totally right, but it shouldn't be. I look normal, if not attractive. In fact I see girls checking me out a lot. But I don't feel normal and sometimes when I look into the mirror it's as if that person isn't really me, or im not good enough to be that person. I wonder why anyone really likes me because I see nothing in me.

Maybe I really am depressed. Maybe I just want attention. I really don't know. I shouldn't have any reason for being depressed. I only have one more day of school and then I have a big thanksgiving break. I should be feeling happy.

2006-11-20 10:36:40 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mental Health

What is the benefits of rubbing urself with Vitamin E oil every night?

2006-11-20 10:35:21 · 6 answers · asked by Plaasseun 1 in Skin Conditions

I have been eating a healthy diet for at least two years now, I have also worked out for a soild 3 years. I belong to a gym, have a personal trainer and work out for 1 & 1/2 hours 3 to 4 days a week without fail, and eat about 1300-1500 cal per day. I am 40yrs old and weigh 160 lbs, I am 5 ft 2, and have weighed approx.130 most of my life. I have been on thyroid meds, and prescriptions for weight loss for many years with no results. I finnally went off them all and tried to just eat healthy and work out hard.
I am unable to even loose a pound.... my trainer thinks I must be overeating, because he sees me at the gym doing my program. I am not eating abnormal, I eat healthy (I have to I have severe acid reflux disease) can't have fatty foods, coffee, chocolate or anything tasty pretty much..... I eat sprouted wheat, fruits, vegetables, little meat, mostly fish, and very low dairy if any. What could be the answer?
I need an answer, this is crazy.

2006-11-20 10:34:22 · 21 answers · asked by looking for answers 1 in Diet & Fitness

Hi, I am 24 years old and recently lost my job about 4 months ago. 2 weeks ago my vision started to go bad and I went to the doctor and he said I have Stage 2 cancer. I have no money and no insurance would cover me. Do you know any insurance or government plan that would cover me>?

2006-11-20 10:34:09 · 8 answers · asked by Nech D 1 in Cancer

i am wondering if i should get contacts but im afraid that im not going to take good care of them also i heard glasses make ur eyes worse...i am not sure on wat to choose anyways i think contacts are too much of a responsibility

2006-11-20 10:33:15 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

it would realy e a help in the sense that I donlt like buying from dodgy people who could be selling me bicarb thats been washed with acetone and I dont know it till it goes up my nose and burns the seven shades of **** out of my sinus's and throat.

2006-11-20 10:31:47 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Alternative Medicine

Will the cast iron vessels available in Target,JC Penney etc which are pre seasoned or have some coating on their cooking side be effective in increasing iron /heamoglobin of the human body?Also are cast irons safe in dishwashers?

2006-11-20 10:30:46 · 1 answers · asked by gulliver 2 in Other - Health

2006-11-20 10:30:14 · 4 answers · asked by joley1 1 in Pain & Pain Management

excercise program that you do.... what do you do and how effective was it and wen did you start to c results.....

2006-11-20 10:29:29 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

2006-11-20 10:26:43 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Men's Health

Like, how much would a person who is a size 6 weigh?

a size 4 weigh?

and lastly, a size 2 weigh? on average?

2006-11-20 10:26:30 · 3 answers · asked by harajuku girl 1 in Diet & Fitness

I have been on the depo shot for 2 years and have not had a period in that time. I recently got off of the shot due to excessive weight gain. I had to take a Plan B (emergency contraceptive) recently and since I have had a heavy whitish/yellowish discharge. Is there something wrong? I am married and do not have multiple partners, but, honestly I am unsure about my husband's faithfulness. Please help!

2006-11-20 10:25:24 · 11 answers · asked by Mrs. Jackson 3 in Women's Health

2006-11-20 10:23:48 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions