Diseases & Conditions - 9 July 2006

Hi all, my mom has been suffering with MG for 7 years. Ahe is 48 years old. Her case is severe, and she enters into crisis at least once a year. This spring she underwent an experimental treatment at John Hopkins in Baltimore. They use chemotheropy to reboot the immune system. Has anyone had this done? I would like to get in touch with someone who has shared her experience. I would like to get my mother some support. Right now, it seems like some of her symtoms are coming back. She has a Dr apt next week and they are unable to provide contact info for the folks that have had the same procedure.
Thanks so much and all the best.

2006-07-09 09:29:40 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

My 9yr old daughters hair is falling out ,she has psoriasis on her body and scalp . We are waiting to see a dermatoligist. Her hair was extremely long but ive cut 8inc off to try and help it a little bit.Any advice please

2006-07-09 08:58:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

I've had a lump in my throat since January. It's just under my jaw on the right side. I've been to the doctor twice and both times they said it was a bacterial infection. They prescribed anti-biotics both times, the second time the doctor said the anti-biotic was stronger than penicillin and the lump would go away. That was in May, the lump is still there and I have been getting massive head aches. It hurts when I lift my head higher than normal. The lump seems to change sizes, but it's always there. I can't really afford to go the doctor again. Has anyone had anything like this and what happened? Could this be cancer?

2006-07-09 08:54:38 · 8 answers · asked by Mama23Girls 6 in Cancer

I have been basicaly put on bread and water for the time being and my doc wont say for how long. Is it a permenant condition?

2006-07-09 08:49:48 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I typically run a body temperature of 96.8. I have heard of Wilson Temperature Syndrome. Is this for real?

2006-07-09 08:30:41 · 10 answers · asked by lavenderbluelassie 3 in Other - Diseases

It's widely believed that Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis can't be cured 100% and that the symptoms arise after a period once the therapy is completed.

2006-07-09 08:28:09 · 6 answers · asked by CyberRider 1 in Infectious Diseases

2006-07-09 08:25:22 · 3 answers · asked by Vanessa W 2 in STDs

Spots not normal like hard spots

2006-07-09 08:23:31 · 5 answers · asked by Vanessa W 2 in STDs

I have a 28 year old uncle that did that cancer until just recently. Now it's in remission and he's home. He was prescribed some medication that is called "mephton". My aunt called me and asked me to look it up becuase they were just curious what it was for, but I cannot find it anywhere on the internet or in any medical books. I thought maybe I was just overlooking it in the lists here on the internet but when I type it in..it says that there is 0 results found. Maybe it's a generic brand but still wouldn't it exist somewhere. If you know anything about this medication or where I could find information about it I would appreciate it. Thank you.

2006-07-09 08:06:16 · 1 answers · asked by KissMe 2 in Cancer

My elderly mum has suffered with rls for a couple of years. Doctors etc can provide no help. Does anyone know of anything that works?

Please ?

2006-07-09 08:00:24 · 15 answers · asked by Helen H 2 in Other - Diseases

2006-07-09 07:42:26 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diabetes

Why are antibiotics at risk for being ineffective?

2006-07-09 07:16:20 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

About a month ago, I was out working in my yard. I have allergies to the normal summer stuff like grass & pollen. That night I was having a bad case of runny nose and coughing. The next morning I woke up with what seemed like a really bad cold. Lots of sneezing, coughing, sniffling, etc etc. The coughing would get so bad that I would actually vomit from it. This went on for almost a week, until finally the cold went away. However, a month later, I still have the cough and can feel blockage in my throat or chest when I cough. I am able to cough up mucas and sometimes can't breathe because it is so thick. I don't have medical insurance to have a doctor check it out, but I need to know what this could be?

2006-07-09 07:13:44 · 9 answers · asked by mrjayride 2 in Respiratory Diseases

disease

2006-07-09 07:07:23 · 8 answers · asked by terry jackline w 1 in Other - Diseases

OCD is a desies that stands for obsesive compalsive disorder.

2006-07-09 06:49:14 · 2 answers · asked by hotie 1 in Other - Diseases

I was diagnoised with Hypothyroidism 2 years ago...I was at a great place in my life, physically...
I gained a lot of weight........and feel like I can't get rid of it.
I have always had weight issues but not like this.
I have no energy. I work two jobs and have two kids (singel mom)...so when i am finally done excercise is the last thing I want to do....I am starting to feel depressed, and defeated..........I am not young anymore. My level was checked a few months ago and my meds are right. Is there something out there that can give me back.............

2006-07-09 06:44:56 · 7 answers · asked by smomii 1 in Other - Diseases

i am 43 female, have asthma, am on spiriva, advair 500, singulair, allerex dose pack, and a nebulizer 3 times a day, but really want to get a tattoo,
is there any danger there of the ink interactiing with the meds ?
in other words, would i be good to get a tattoo?

2006-07-09 06:33:07 · 16 answers · asked by Karon N 1 in Respiratory Diseases

2006-07-09 06:22:23 · 6 answers · asked by n1mngr 2 in Skin Conditions

I know this is kind of stupid, but okay I was fixing this thing at my house and my hand slipped and a nail went underneath my finger nail. It cut the skin a little and ripped/broke my nail a little also, it also looks like a little piece might be stuck underneath my fingernail. I'm not completely positive that it was nail, it might have been a piece of wood but chances are it was probably a nail if it broke my actual finger nail. I am 22 and got my last tetanus shot when I was 12. So it has been 10 years. I don't want to go to the doctor if it is something minor and the cut is very minor it actually doesn't even hurt, but what I'm concerned about is the piece of something stuck under my nail. If anyone knows anything about tetanus, wounds, and tetanus shots, can you please let me know what is suggested, should I still go to the doctor and get it checked out or should I just let it go and not worry about it and watch for symptoms, also what would you do? Thank you so much!

2006-07-09 05:37:22 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

I have what I think must be a bite on the back of my neck. It's caused quite a large (about 3 inches wide) very red mark, it was very sore for about two days, felt like a burn and the skin feels very rough, sandpaper-like, almost again like a healing burn. Anyone know what it could be?

2006-07-09 05:26:38 · 13 answers · asked by Elle Dee 3 in Skin Conditions

ie: I seem to remember a story where an infant needed a new liver - however, one could not be found that was a match (by blood type/size.) One of the parents then donated a portion of their liver to "create" a new one for the baby. It went on to say that the missing portion in the parent would regenerate itself. Can an adult donate a portion of a healthy liver to "create" a new one for an adult diagnosed with cirrhosis?

2006-07-09 05:25:21 · 12 answers · asked by Eliza 1 in Other - Diseases

Im a healthy 24 year old female with a healthy diet, dont smoke or drink much.4 weeks ago i got numbness+tingling in my left arm which spread through my body+I was so paniced by this.I now have lack of sensation in my whole body but no weakness in my muscles.My blood tests are normal+waiting to see neuro!What the hell is wrong Im so scared!I have no pain apart from a pain in my neck for some reason.I have bad circulation too and cold hands and feet. Im going out of my mind with worry and would appreciate some help.x

2006-07-09 05:10:27 · 8 answers · asked by KJ 2 in Other - Diseases

Is it possible to contract Chlamydia many years ago and have no symption, then enter into a monogomous relationship. Then 7 years later the symptoms appear.

2006-07-09 04:52:50 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in STDs

I know someone who take a bunch of painkillers a day and is very addicted. What are the side Effects of popping pills. These pills are not his prescription. He will take at least 10 a day and even tries to steal from his grandfathers pills. Please let me know what happens after taking so many pills every day.

2006-07-09 04:23:33 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

Obstipation, bones acheing, dehydration, drinking only water and reform based diet without gluten (on the basis I cannot eat that). Calcium and magnesium deficiency. Water retention. Pain in belly (muscles, kidneys I think, liver, Mentally not feeling well. Help me!

2006-07-09 03:51:58 · 9 answers · asked by Jelle B 1 in Other - Diseases

2006-07-09 03:39:41 · 7 answers · asked by george w 1 in Respiratory Diseases

I was diagnosed with PVC and was put on a beta blocker.
I dont think the problem has changed. I usually get them when i am over tired. Also the meds have made me gain weight and i think that also is causing the problem to persist. Just wanted to chat with someone in regards to their symtoms

2006-07-09 03:38:35 · 10 answers · asked by linda s 1 in Heart Diseases

riend had numbness down one side he was told that it was a doi to the brain and has to see a specialist what is it i thought a stroke of somekind but i have never heaRD OF THIS

2006-07-09 03:15:14 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2006-07-09 03:14:39 · 6 answers · asked by kittu 2 in Skin Conditions

I'm doing research on salmonella and I'd like to know what the actual odds of contracting salmonella from raw eggs are. I've eaten foods made from raw eggs all my life and never had a problem, so I'd like to know how much of this is pure hyperbole.

thanks,
Dan

2006-07-09 02:55:47 · 7 answers · asked by dpayment 1 in Other - Diseases