Diseases & Conditions - 29 June 2006

When the oxygen was delivered to my home, they set it on the number 2 and told me to leave it there. I did for awhile. I was having difficulty breathing and my oxygen level was 94. Someone in the medical field told me to turn it up to the next level, it wouldn't
hurt anything. I turned it up.......Now I read on one of the answers on here that I should not have turned it up! WHAT IS YOUR EXPERIENCE OR ADVICE? My level was at 80 when they brought the oxygen. It never goes over 94. I have totally quit smoking so I am hoping it continues to climb up toward the 100 mark.

2006-06-29 10:27:00 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Respiratory Diseases

My dad and stepmom are coming to visit for a few days and they both have diabetes. Some of the days they will be home while we are at work, and I would like to have some simple breakfast foods on hand for them. Normally I would have fruit, bagels, pastries, english muffins - simple things, since they are on vacation. But I realize that all of those are high in carbs. What kind of things should I have on hand for them for breakfast and lunch? I don't want them to have to spend all day cooking - I'd like to have things on hand that they can just eat.

2006-06-29 10:22:39 · 11 answers · asked by Ann 4 in Diabetes

Black lung disease is cause by the inhalation of scilica dust. What is the scientific name for this disease?

2006-06-29 09:17:26 · 10 answers · asked by Ryan B 1 in Respiratory Diseases

i mainly have psoriosis on my legs so i have not worn shorts for over 15 years it would be a dream to walk down a high street in shorts and t-shirt

2006-06-29 09:12:44 · 8 answers · asked by KELLY S 1 in Other - Diseases

When my girlfriend went in for a checkup she was diagnosed with Chlamydia. The doctor said I need to be tested too. My test came back clean, free of any STD. I have been having sex with her for over two years now and never using protection. Is any of this possible? Does this mean she’s cheating on me? If she is cheating on me how could I have completely avoided that virus?

2006-06-29 08:50:09 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in STDs

Have had the symptoms for over two years....Symptoms last for 2-4 days each time, and happen once every week or two weeks

2006-06-29 08:40:42 · 6 answers · asked by little_m_red 1 in Other - Diseases

2006-06-29 08:39:10 · 5 answers · asked by meme 1 in STDs

2006-06-29 08:26:04 · 16 answers · asked by Diane E 2 in Other - Diseases

2006-06-29 08:08:38 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

I read that people having this condition have to wait for a heart transplant

2006-06-29 08:06:31 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

Everyone has been so kind to answer my other questions about my brothers carotid blocking and possible heart blockage, but he had his last Dobutamine stress test yesterday and they say that his next appt is July 18th for follow-up. He has not heard any of the prior test results, only knows carotid is blocked, but not ultrasound results, or the echocardiogram. They say his legs are in really bad shape, which is why he went in in the first place and of course they found the carotid problem, so that and the heart testing took priority. I realize yesterdays tests wont be ready for a few days, but long before July 18th, so why wont they do anything before then, He is in so much pain, I just dont understand. Thank you again for all you patience and help. Marti

2006-06-29 07:59:50 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2006-06-29 07:56:39 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

My husband Had a heart attach back in December and is still having blockage has 7 stents and still has more blockage. I am looking for similar experiences. Thanks

2006-06-29 07:48:02 · 5 answers · asked by Jane M 1 in Heart Diseases

i need to find one or one in the works. even if it isnt offered in the states any info would be greatly appreciated.

2006-06-29 07:30:21 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diabetes

has any programs that offer free or reduced treatment?? My friends insurance policy keeps denying her treatment there and they will have to pay out of pocket.

2006-06-29 07:14:26 · 3 answers · asked by dlgrl=me 5 in Cancer

I know this is stupid but okay, I need serious answers. I have a friend who has HIV, what I'm concerned about though is how easily can you contract HIV from someone if it isn't sexual contact. Meaning like say he has a cut on his hand and I have a cut on my face or even a zit and he touches my face...if they aren't bleeding can HIV be spread that easily, I mean can it be spread that easily through common everyday contact?

2006-06-29 07:13:47 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in STDs

2006-06-29 07:09:58 · 7 answers · asked by MC1 2 in Skin Conditions

2006-06-29 07:01:47 · 15 answers · asked by Bobby B 1 in Skin Conditions

It came in the newspaper and i couldn't believe

2006-06-29 06:55:34 · 1 answers · asked by cadbuaryguy 2 in Other - Diseases

2006-06-29 06:47:26 · 14 answers · asked by n.nefrit 1 in Skin Conditions

2006-06-29 06:23:03 · 3 answers · asked by blake_hanson_2005 2 in Infectious Diseases

2006-06-29 06:22:16 · 12 answers · asked by kelley7744 1 in Allergies

.....My 85 year year old mom has an eye condition that
has been going on for 15 years and worse now. Her eyes are almost continuously
weeping..immediately upon getting up...and stops when closing her eyes to sleep.
Nearly 7 physicians have attempted to help...given her a diagnosis of blepheritis,
with their treatment for ; sinusitis, allergies,
even surgery on her lower eye lids thinking that may help.
She lives in an apartment that has air conditioning that I feel is
the cause because of the lower humidity that is common with
central air. I am thinking of geting a humidity monitor...and if much lower than the 40 %
recommended .....I will get her some type of humidifier..Any suggestions.. please help.

2006-06-29 06:13:42 · 1 answers · asked by mftorrey 2 in Other - Diseases

I have lyme disease and I was just wondering if anyone knew a little about it so I can learn more...!

2006-06-29 06:09:58 · 12 answers · asked by Princess A 2 in Other - Diseases

2006-06-29 06:04:18 · 7 answers · asked by nicholas v 1 in Skin Conditions

i dont know for sure if i have it or not, but my girlfriend thinks she does because her gynecologist said she had abnormal and possibly cancerous or pre cancerous cells in her cervix, and that she believes it to be HPV, further testing has yet to be done to prove this fact, but we are pretty sure. My question is can i still live healthy or is this going to kill me

2006-06-29 05:55:23 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in STDs

i have a problem...pathological lying...and i need help...its getting really serious where i tend to lie or embellish EVERYTHING...it doesn't help that my untreated depression makes me feel that my life sucks, and that i should make up things to make it seem better

2006-06-29 05:50:02 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2006-06-29 05:33:21 · 12 answers · asked by Noel M 1 in Other - Diseases

my friend has a desease that she cauth a month ago and i dont want to get it because it has got really bad and she is always in hospital. i worry that i will die if i catch it. i dont want to never see her again but i keep makin up excuses not to see her what do i do, i am the only friend who can stand by her?!?

2006-06-29 05:21:52 · 7 answers · asked by benstylesisgay 1 in Other - Diseases

2006-06-29 05:08:07 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases