Health - 20 March 2007

I'm going to visit my girlfriend for a week, in less than five days. The day I leave, unfortunately, I'm going to get my period. Since I can't use tampons (they just don't work for me, and cause me a lot of pain), I'm stuck with pads. She uses tampons. I'm freaking out, and I feel disgusting and unattractive because of this. I'd try menstrual cups, but it's too late to get one now.

Is there anything I can do to get my period to start early, or to at least end it quicker (mine always lasts around five days)? I know it's all hormones, but there's got to be something I can try. ):

No stupid answers, please.

2007-03-20 16:00:01 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Women's Health

is it possible to tone your legs without running? if so how?

2007-03-20 15:59:04 · 6 answers · asked by confused 2 in Diet & Fitness

I quit smoking 3 days ago. I'm feeling really really good now but I still crave a smoke after my meals. I gave up cold turkey but I'm wondering when I'll stop thinking about smoking. Does any one know?

2007-03-20 15:58:45 · 7 answers · asked by Storm's Girl 1 in Other - Health

if you have an idea of how many are burned then just tell me cause i need and idea of how many are burned so i can fit it into my diet Thank you!!

2007-03-20 15:58:35 · 2 answers · asked by oXMaGGieXo 2 in Diet & Fitness

I got into some poison ivy and it itchess like crazy! I've used Benadrly anti-itch cream but it doesn't help any. PLEASE what can I do (aside from cutting off the affected area) to relieve this itchiness?!?

2007-03-20 15:58:01 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

ok, i went to a new doctors office because of a new insurance, but i dont like my doctor. how would it look if i switched to another doctor in the same office?

2007-03-20 15:57:42 · 12 answers · asked by bar22bie 2 in Women's Health

Ok, now I know that there are some trainer's giving us a bad name, but this question is not directed towards them. It's for the experienced, knowledgable trainers out there. There seems to be a general concensus that trainers are expected to do free stuff. That may be fine to an extent for some trainers...but the thing is, this is our livelihood for those who train full time. And in our business, our time is money! With that being said, quite often people may want free consultations, free sesssions or a package of three free sessions to "guage your worth" so to speak, before they decide if they want to give you their money. Attorneys, Doctors, Therapists, Accountants, Dentists and other professionals of the like, charge for an initial consultation. Of course some do not. But why not be willing to pay a professional Personal Trainer his/ her fees? Are you not looking for better health/fitness, longevity and an overall better life? Share your thoughts.

2007-03-20 15:57:21 · 5 answers · asked by The Body Artist 1 in Diet & Fitness

nestle chocolate milkshake

it sais:

calories 170; calories from fat 50
total fat 5 g
rans fat 0 g
cholesterol 15 mg
sodium 180 mg

thanks

2007-03-20 15:56:59 · 6 answers · asked by chapped lips 5 in Diet & Fitness

Why do doctors when taking your pulse take it down on your stomach as well as your chest? When doing a physical?

2007-03-20 15:56:41 · 7 answers · asked by behavetoni 2 in Women's Health

2007-03-20 15:55:57 · 11 answers · asked by flyboy711672005 1 in Men's Health

An accupuncturist around the corner form my house has a little shoppe where you can purchase many Chines remedies. I bought a tube of something for acne, and it has helped. I also bought a box of Life Rising, Detox tea. It's supposed to clear toxins from your body, smooth bowel movements, maintain normal weight, and enhance skin beauty.

Any feedback on this kind of therapy?
Also, can anyone who's familiar with this sort of thing recommend a chinese herb for depression?

2007-03-20 15:55:20 · 5 answers · asked by geminicatlver 2 in Alternative Medicine

Can sleeping very poorly to not sleeping at all be a result of Depression or Anxiety ???

2007-03-20 15:55:15 · 22 answers · asked by Kimberly 1 in Mental Health

2007-03-20 15:54:14 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

I'm 19, a young lady. I think that this may be a break true. It's been months I've been a little out of it. Many things don't interest me like they use to and the past gets to me. Stress causes me to become very emotionally sensitive at times. Low confidence, bored, lack of energy. In my point of view my cousin gave up in life because of certain events that happened in his life, not because he has a mental illness like anxiety. People create anxiety when they label things and thing negatively. My dad hasn't worked in years. He feels helpless and that life is not in his control. Society didn't give him a chance and so did himself. These people are pessimistic. I'm optimistic. That's how I see it. They gave up and allowed others to label them. They were defined by society and not themselves. Life isn't easy and they didn't have people around to guide them. I get depressed, angry, cold and distant because people have hurt me in the past.

2007-03-20 15:54:07 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mental Health

ok so my girlfriend has been extremely tired lately. whenever i pick her up she just wants to lay down and sleep. its been goin on for a little bit now. i am wondering what could possibly cause this kind of thing to happen and also what i can do to help fix it. i know there are many possiblilities for this but i don't know what they are and how to fix them. any information anyone could give me would be very helpful and greatly appreciated. i really care a lot about her and am very worried. please help me. thanks

2007-03-20 15:54:06 · 9 answers · asked by jordan0403 1 in Other - Health

2007-03-20 15:53:33 · 6 answers · asked by Walden 1 in Dental

ok so i hate it so much..because i get so nervous and my throat gets so dry(i dont know why) plus i cant speak properly and i turn red and hot all over...and its just a bad feeling!! id rather die than do this..but i have to..but i want to be more confident...so the only way is pills...

Do i have to go to the doctor and tell them about this so that i can get prescribed with a medication that will help me because i dont think if i go and get this they wont give it to me since they will be asking for a prescription from a doctor..and what is the best medication for anxiety of public speaking?? pleaseee help me...its been like this all my life!!

2007-03-20 15:52:58 · 9 answers · asked by lilianna_babe17 1 in Mental Health

Hi, my name is Jazmine. I'm a FEMALE by the way! lol Dont be fooled by this little icon here. I'm 15, 5'5, and i weight 130 pounds. I want to go down to 125 and lose 5 pounds in a MONTH. What i'm doing right now, is that i'm eating a small portion of breakfast with no dairy, fruits in the day, and i eat a regular school lunch, which is a chicken sandwich (no mayo, cheese, lettuce). For dinner i eat nothing, and i excersise for an hour and sometimes even more. Will this work? and if not, what will?

2007-03-20 15:51:22 · 6 answers · asked by colorfulgarden 1 in Diet & Fitness

2007-03-20 15:51:20 · 3 answers · asked by lou ann r 1 in Skin Conditions

I thought this test was to detect cervical cancer. If one has had a hysterectomy there is no cervix.???

2007-03-20 15:51:05 · 10 answers · asked by reddemonwi55 3 in Women's Health

my finacee has been feeling really ill...here are things he is complaining about...can you help me diagnose and maybe even help me with some treatment!? thanks!
~complains that he is cold, has shivers
~forhead is very warm
~coughing up lots of flem
~body is very achy
~said he noticed some kind of saliva in his urine?
~has a headache

ah i feel so bad for him and want to help, but i dont know what to do....doctor is not an option here-no insurance :( ughhhh

2007-03-20 15:50:10 · 9 answers · asked by kmac41586 2 in Other - General Health Care

I know this may not be the right place to be asking for donations, but being that I don’t know that many people I figured this couldn’t hurt.

This June I will be riding in the Tour de Cure, a bike ride aimed to raise money for diabetes research, education, and advocacy. I have set a personal goal of raising $175 and a team goal of $1,200. So far my we’ve only raised 12% of our desired goal. With your help we could achieve our goal and, more importantly, we can exceed it.
If you are one of the 20 million Americans affected by diabetes or if you are a family member of one of those 20 million than you know how hard it is to deal with. By donating to this great charity you can help improve the lives of all those affected. Any amount, no matter how big or how small, helps in this great cause.

To donate online please follow the link below
http://tour.diabetes.org/site/TR?pg=personal&fr_id=4363&px=3209672

To donate by check please send me a message.

Thank you very much

2007-03-20 15:49:42 · 13 answers · asked by bighurlz 2 in Diabetes

2007-03-20 15:48:48 · 18 answers · asked by Jessica 3 in Women's Health

I have this cluster of tiny water blisters on the my toe. Any ideas of what it might be? I heard it might be some sort of althletes foot, which i have had in the past.

2007-03-20 15:48:25 · 1 answers · asked by jennifer d 3 in Skin Conditions

My aunty has Ovarian cancer and she has had it for two months and she is getting medicine to make the cancer go away. Is she going to be ok? What can I do to make her cancer go away faster and make her feel better? I do not know what to do because I am only 7 and I do not know much about medicines. Please help. Thank you.

2007-03-20 15:48:19 · 7 answers · asked by Jilly 1 in Women's Health

my foot was run over by a garbage truck is there a chance i can still lose my foot?

2007-03-20 15:48:12 · 5 answers · asked by rvjvwm 1 in Injuries

I have been on antibiotics for a lung infection. 2 days into taking them, I started to get pretty severe upper-mid back pains at night. It would wake me, and keep me awake. In the morning, it is hard to move...it feels a lot like sleeping on a terrible matress. It doesn't last as long, it usually goes away within 10min of getting up. I called the pharmacist who said that it is not a typical side effect from the antibiotics. I have one antibiotic left to take...could this back pain just be related to my lung infection?

2007-03-20 15:48:09 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Respiratory Diseases

We noticed a funny smell about two and a half hours ago and thought it was my son. i went to clean up and the burner had been turned on without a flame for i dont know how long. noone has complained of symptoms and i'm airing the house, should i be worried?

2007-03-20 15:48:07 · 3 answers · asked by Becki 1 in Other - Diseases

Is that a good number? Will I lose weight this way? I've been going for about a week and spend like 40 mins on elliptical and 20 on bike or treadmill.

2007-03-20 15:46:32 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

Hello,

I can't sleep, and I'd rather continuously refresh the yahoo answers page than stare blankly at the ceiling..you're probably the wrong people to ask at this time, but how can I beat this insomnia?

I'm considering staying up all night and all today tomorrow, to reset my body clock. Will this work, perhaps?

2007-03-20 15:46:01 · 22 answers · asked by pseudoname 3 in Mental Health