Health - 4 March 2007

I remember reading when I got a new keyboard that the cord contained lead, which is known to the state of California to cause cancer. Is lead in all keyboard or mouse cords, or is it also in power cords and other computer cords.

Also, how harmful is it? I work with computers and often come in contact with the wires, so if I touch the wires and eat without washing my hands is this harmful?

If I touch these wires and then go to the bathroom (I am male), am I putting myself at risk for cancer?

2007-03-04 12:16:04 · 1 answers · asked by Buckdog06 2 in Men's Health

I'm on my high school track team and run about 42 miles a week. Lately my achilles tendons have been hurting me. I would feel OK if they where just sore but they pop when I try to run on my toes. I'd be OK if they where just sore but they hurt after strenuous runs and I can't imagine this popping is a good thing. I plan on taking an ice bath tonight which should help some, but any advice would be opreciated.

2007-03-04 12:15:44 · 1 answers · asked by flvfowler 2 in Injuries

what are some symptoms?

2007-03-04 12:15:31 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diabetes

My brother is only 22 years old, today he noticed a bald spot in the back of his head that is about the size of a quarter, he also has facial hair that is not growing back in one spot. He is going to see a doctor soon, but i just found this out now, are there any opinions on what it could be?

2007-03-04 12:15:26 · 4 answers · asked by hersheybar99 1 in Skin Conditions

I'm currently taking the pill and it's just so darn aggrivating to have to take every day!! And i'm just wondering what other girls opinions are on different types of birth control. thanks

2007-03-04 12:14:56 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Women's Health

Last time it was 156 over ..? im 22 yrs old

2007-03-04 12:12:27 · 3 answers · asked by BrittlovesPizza 1 in Heart Diseases

What Is The Best Way To Loose Fat/ Inches / Slim Down In Ur Midsection In A Matter Of One Week?

2007-03-04 12:11:46 · 7 answers · asked by Jose R 1 in Diet & Fitness

They are fat lazy pigs who can't excecise

2007-03-04 12:11:25 · 8 answers · asked by TD machine 3 in Diet & Fitness

how do i ask a guy out?? is it better on paper or just to come out and tell him!!

2007-03-04 12:11:21 · 6 answers · asked by sammy15623 1 in Women's Health

how can i relieve joint pain in my fingers?

2007-03-04 12:10:51 · 3 answers · asked by SillyRabbit... 4 in Pain & Pain Management

I am not one for fad diets or diet pills but I had put on some weight and recently found out that I have hypothyroidism, so anyways now I am on Synthroid. I want to take off some weight and maintain a normal weight. I was wondering if anyone had a suggestions. I have heard that the Southbeach Diet is very sensible and doesn't cut out one specific food group. I already exercise and walk a lot on at my job, I'm a nurse. I can run for 30-45 minutes on the treadmill and lift lite weights. I don't really want to do anymore but I do need a book or something to give me diet suggestions, I know the basics, I need something that will give me a structured eating plan but at the same time, something I can do long term. Thanks!

2007-03-04 12:09:48 · 3 answers · asked by ? 6 in Diet & Fitness

okay... my mom wants me to get surgery... i have a bigC small D...is that too big or what?

2007-03-04 12:07:58 · 11 answers · asked by *sweet baby* 2 in Men's Health

2007-03-04 12:07:56 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Men's Health

Out of nowhere I'll start feeling sick, and start gagging. I throw up sometimes. Sometimes its mucous and sometimes its vomit. Does this happen to anyone else?

2007-03-04 12:06:40 · 4 answers · asked by Gina W 1 in Other - Health

I'm 13 years old, my height is 5ft. and 1/4 inch. I weigh about135lbs.

Thanks

2007-03-04 12:06:10 · 25 answers · asked by Andrea 1 in Diet & Fitness

I'm a professional singer(meaning I get paid to do gigs) and I've found that the more I sing, the more stuffy my nose becomes. After awhile, I have to blow my nose it gets so bad and then I start the process all over again. Am I not singing properly from my diaphram, or could it be something wrong with my sinuses?

2007-03-04 12:05:25 · 5 answers · asked by winterbutterfly1981 2 in Allergies

If was to join - what are the bad points?

2007-03-04 12:05:24 · 14 answers · asked by Question 4 in Other - Health

I work at the E.R. as a security officer inspecting patients for knifes before they go inside the E.R. I just came accross the strangest fellow today. The white man in question was a Texan with blue Jeans and an Austin long sleeve shirt on. He was a Veteran. His eyes were tearing and I can tell he was very hurt about something as he was walking in escorted. What really made this guy stand out was the fact that he had a firm embrace on a pillow without a pillowcase. There was nothing inside of it. He said "I just didn't want to leave it behind".He was not much older than me. I'd say he was probably about 30 years old. And he was actually kind of good looking. He didn't exactly look like the type that lived out on the streets but in this city you can never tell. He might of been living out of his car as I remember seeing keys.Can anyone tell me what was wrong with this guy? Is it purely spychological? Does the fact that he was embracing a pillow symbolize anything? Manic??

2007-03-04 12:03:54 · 4 answers · asked by ev1go 2 in Mental Health

My best friend just asked me to be her Maid of Honor. Everyone wants to lose weight before a wedding, well, this one is a little different. It's a nude ceremony. The wedding in in a little over a year. Right now I weight approx 240lbs. Whats the most effective way to lose weight and tone up? I need to lose at least one hundred pounds. Please help.

2007-03-04 12:03:12 · 40 answers · asked by Audrey B 2 in Diet & Fitness

Really low blood pressure?
hi. name's natasha. 18yrs old. my blood pressure is always very low. my hands and feet are always sooo cold. even when i have 2 socks on each foot, still my feet are freezing cold. don't know why. is this "bad" or normal? what should i do?

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ALSO WHEN I EAT CHOCOLATE, I FEEL ALOT BETTER. YESTERDAY, I HAD A REALLY BAD HEADACHE, AND I THINK IT WAS BECAUSE OF MY LOW BLOOD PRESSURE, WELL I EAT CHOCOLATE, MY HEADACHE WAS GONE. I AM SOO NOT KIDDING. SERIOUSLY. I THINK ITS BECAUSE OF THE SUGAR.

2007-03-04 12:01:26 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

I know I am gonna be bomabrded by alot of eat right and excercise answers, but please, if you are or have taken diet pills, which ones and did they work for you?

2007-03-04 12:00:46 · 7 answers · asked by tippysock 2 in Diet & Fitness

How do you massage a leg, back, shoulder, and neck?

2007-03-04 12:00:31 · 4 answers · asked by aracnis 2 in Pain & Pain Management

2007-03-04 11:58:56 · 10 answers · asked by purple_rose131 2 in Skin Conditions

I'm trying to find something to snack on that tastes good, and that I won't regret later.

2007-03-04 11:58:48 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

hi all, I am having my bunions removed this month and heard some horror stores of people having complications and having to have their large toe amputated. I am very worried about getting this done now, even though I am healthy. can anyone give me some pice of mind?

2007-03-04 11:58:22 · 2 answers · asked by ozzy g 1 in Other - General Health Care

I suffer from psiorisis and am constantly at the doctors trying new creams etc. Does anyone know of any natural remedies for this?

2007-03-04 11:58:04 · 6 answers · asked by agrov8me_07 1 in Skin Conditions

2007-03-04 11:58:03 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies

2007-03-04 11:57:27 · 5 answers · asked by ? 6 in Diet & Fitness

to do at home. tell how long and what it works

2007-03-04 11:57:24 · 4 answers · asked by heather s 1 in Diet & Fitness

Whenever I have to present something I freak out. Somtimes even have nervouse breakdowns. I just want to be able to not worry but it seems impossible. Im always concerned about what people will think of me and it keeps me from so much, like making friends, presenting withouse freaking out every second, I cant consentrate too.

How can I overcome this?

2007-03-04 11:57:07 · 6 answers · asked by Shoshanna 1 in Mental Health