Health - 19 September 2007

My 14 year-old son was just diagnoised with AV blockage. The doctor is receommending a pace maker. How dangerous is this condition?

2007-09-19 06:53:47 · 3 answers · asked by Mrs. O 1 in Heart Diseases

Let's say they are 17 & joined at the hip. They have three legs + share internal organs. But are otherwise healthy/happy & can walk. One wants to be separated but the other doesn't because it could likely result in their death, plus the other twin would get their shared leg, they both control.

Upon being refused separation lets say the stronger twin takes a hammer & bashes in the weaker twins skull, killing them. Provided the stronger twin survives, they can't be done for murder right? At least not in a country that legally allows abortion, right? I mean if they are attatched to you + you are providing nutrition keeping them alive, you own them, right?

A foetus/embryo would never want 2 die either, not just because it could cause unbearable agony, they aren't capable of dulling down like we can. But because every instinct in them drives them 2 survive, euthanasia is an unknown/unwanted concept 2 them. Just as with us, it negates their purpose, LIFE & is 2 be avoided 2 the xtreme

2007-09-19 06:52:41 · 4 answers · asked by Jenna 2 in Women's Health

2007-09-19 06:49:17 · 3 answers · asked by 30 going on 40 1 in Women's Health

this is not for me so please help

2007-09-19 06:48:34 · 2 answers · asked by donielle 7 in Other - Health

I am scared...and I mean really honestly scared of automatic (self flush) toilets. I have no logical reason to be, I just am. When I was younger I wouldn't use any toilets, other than the ones in my house. We'd have to stop and let me go on the side of the street if we were traveling, or else bring along a bucket. As I've gotten older, I've gotten better about them, and will now use manual flush toilets. I just hate the ones that jerk the handle down and/or flush loudly when you press it, so I always use my foot and jump/scream if I come across one of these. Auto toilets still drive me bonkers. I get very nervous when I know I'll have to use one, and my heart speeds up. I sometimes make my mom stand in the stall and flush the toilet over and over again so I can see how sensitive it is, if it's likely to flush while I'm on it, and how long it takes it to flush once I move (the delay between when you get off it and when it flushes). Sometimes I can force myself to use ones I "know well"

2007-09-19 06:39:59 · 33 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mental Health

Lately these last couple days, I've noticed once or twice throughout the day, that there will be a little muscle twitching. First it was my thumb the other day, and just now it was a muscle on my inner forearm. Lasted about 10..15 seconds. I do work fast food so I work my arms and hands alot so I figure its from overworking my arms/hands, but am I right?

2007-09-19 06:38:02 · 10 answers · asked by Oscar H. 1 in Injuries

Would he answer the voice in his head by spending $5 to make a box cake and donate it to his church for the Sunday bake sale; and then, chow down on someone else's donated cake that he had to pay $15 for...???

Was Jesus that stupid...?

2007-09-19 06:37:13 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

2007-09-19 06:35:43 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Health

my husband was working in the yard and did not notice he had a large blister on his hand until it popped. whats the best way to care for it? skin left on? off? etc. thanks.

2007-09-19 06:27:18 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

2007-09-19 06:26:07 · 5 answers · asked by jfmd64 1 in Optical

Is there anyone that can help me with this one? My 7 y/o was evaluated today because her dentist told her she may need braces do to an extra tooth that is growing. They determined that she does need them, but because she has many missing teeth that fell and also some were extracted, and because of her not having all "adult" teeth yet, she is going to not need braces this minute but later on. So, they are doing what is called a "phase 1" treatment, which is to take care of the problems before she needs the braces. This treatment alone is $2,000 plus. But, they didnt fully explain to me what exactly will be done. It's a dental school because i have no dental insurance. They told me she needs this treatment before they can put on the braces. Does anyone know what this treatment consists of??

2007-09-19 06:22:32 · 5 answers · asked by Mari 1 in Dental

Is it ok to brush your teeth as soon as you wake up before eating? I brush my teeth before eating breakfast and after I eat supper. Is that ok?

2007-09-19 06:18:13 · 19 answers · asked by Inferna Dragon 1 in Dental

2007-09-19 06:17:54 · 4 answers · asked by sbmichalak 2 in Other - Health

my little sister is 3 years old and she has been sick for 3 days now the first day she has a high fever and coughing and then during the night she started throwing up and now she is coughing earake throwing up and high fever what do u think she has

2007-09-19 06:16:00 · 12 answers · asked by ♥luv♥ 2 in Respiratory Diseases

I went to the psychiatrist at my university in regards to ADD/ADHD symptoms that I have experienced my entire life. After giving him a pretty thorough reasoning as to why I believed I have the symptoms (textbook Type 2-Inattentive ADD), he pretty much said everything he could to disprove it. I was never assessed with ADD as a child because of my high grades in elementary school, but I was hyperactive and a distraction to other children and it became more apparent throughout high school. It is not just a problem with school, but it also seems to effect my way of life, especially with my relationships to people and work. Anyways, he went on to talk about if I had problems with anxiety and stress and I did tell him that I tend to worry alot and going through some stressful situations and he tried to pinpoint my problem to that, instead of my problems with attention. I have another meeting with him soon and need to know what I should say to make sure he knows that ADD is the main problem.

2007-09-19 06:14:33 · 4 answers · asked by dmartino4521@rogers.com 1 in Mental Health

2007-09-19 06:02:35 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

what is 8 stone in kg and what is 6.5 stone in kg thxs

2007-09-19 06:01:32 · 0 answers · asked by kaz 1 in Diet & Fitness

2007-09-19 05:55:57 · 2 answers · asked by stylestealth 2 in Pain & Pain Management

So I have science homework.. and my task is to find out and evaluate the claims of sport drinks. Do you think that they work? And why?

Thank you in advance. =)

2007-09-19 05:53:35 · 6 answers · asked by Person 1 in Diet & Fitness

2007-09-19 05:46:19 · 4 answers · asked by jadamoonstarlovesu 1 in Diet & Fitness

2007-09-19 05:43:57 · 8 answers · asked by jeanette p 1 in Diabetes

i am looking into having gastric bypass done, actually i have my surgery scheduled for next week. i am seriously having doubts about having it done bc a coworker of mine who had it is in terrible health conditions. she now has very thin hair with bald patches, looks sick and tired, is always throwing up and passing out. so oftern that the paramedics are in our office what feels like once a week! my coworkers are concerned i will be that sick. i have been considering the lap band now. and i know i dont know if i can do it the old fashioned way. i may opt for that option even if it will take very long to see results. i am very confused. all my friends and family are against it. what should i do, i really need recommendations, good advice, and facts on people who have had it done. please help.

2007-09-19 05:43:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diet & Fitness

2007-09-19 05:42:35 · 11 answers · asked by jeanette p 1 in Diabetes

I have really bad allegies and my nose is stuffy all the time. I've tried allegra, claritin, claritin d. Now I have to walk around with Afrin in my pocket so I can breathe but heard it is addictive. I want to take a pill or use a spray to keep me breathing great. Any suggestions?
Thanks!

2007-09-19 05:39:10 · 10 answers · asked by c m 1 in Allergies

2007-09-19 05:37:29 · 17 answers · asked by midi_junkie 3 in Mental Health

I got my period on the night (around 10pm) of Spetember 12th, it is only my 3rd period so i dont know how long it will last my firt on lasted 9 and my secound 8, i am camping tomorrow or the next day.
Also, since last night at 11pm when i changed my pad all the way until 11am today i didn't bleed at all, then at 11 am i did again, i dont know if that is just spotting or not.
If i still have my period when i go camping what are some tips? It has an "Outhouse" (In a small building NON flushable.)

Thank you
PS I can ONLY USE PADS, TAMPONS ARE OUT OF THE QUESTION!(Medium strength is all i have)

2007-09-19 05:34:57 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Women's Health

I got my period yesterday (usual med. flow, cramping) I took a shower and put on reg. size pads. well I woke up this morning a (lil graphic here) w/ blood soaked panties and blood had soaked through my mattress (I already cleaned mattress)....but this have never happen to me before! it feel like my period got heavier overnite and I have trouble sleeping w/ period cuz it makes a mess - how can I fix this?? I am a heavy sleeper and 25. did other females ever have this happen? I don't have mother avail. to ask this too thanks.

2007-09-19 05:34:02 · 15 answers · asked by camillabrightside 4 in Women's Health

im 13 and got my period march 2007 and i started using tampons in july and i use tampax pearl lights i read the box and it said for your light days...but i use them for my heavy days...is this normal? im a virgin so i have a small opening plus i have a hymen which i hear can make it just a little bit more difficult to use tampons but you can still use them.

2007-09-19 05:33:05 · 5 answers · asked by SS BABY 1 in Women's Health

i've noticed several times tht when i'm sad,angry or i'm uncomfortable in anyway-be it bodypain,headache or anythin, after a nights sleep all my pain,my sadness, or my anger seems 2 have subsided. y is it so?

2007-09-19 05:30:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Mental Health

Should I be concerned about this?

2007-09-19 05:27:53 · 5 answers · asked by This is harder than it looks? 6 in Women's Health