Diseases & Conditions - 17 September 2006

Does anybody know of any over-the-counter preparations which might help with this condition. I think that it is what I have along the side of my nostrils. A bit sore and flaky. Responds to hydrocortisone cream usually, but not this time.

2006-09-17 09:10:01 · 9 answers · asked by Ladyfromdrum 5 in Skin Conditions

2006-09-17 08:55:26 · 2 answers · asked by k 3 in Heart Diseases

2006-09-17 08:47:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

2006-09-17 08:44:18 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2006-09-17 08:26:37 · 27 answers · asked by schweetums 5 in Infectious Diseases

I would like to know how long we refrain from using Spinach in the stores?

2006-09-17 08:14:36 · 8 answers · asked by country51lady 1 in Infectious Diseases

around the belly button area, they are like small lumps though you can squeeze them kind of like facial spots though they dont disappear, they are also symmetrical like a triangle

2006-09-17 07:53:58 · 15 answers · asked by Liz S 1 in Other - Diseases

If someone has prediabetes (Insulin resistance), is it completely reversible, provided that one follows a strict diet and rigorous exercise regimen? Is it possible to prevent diabetes from developing?

2006-09-17 06:53:49 · 14 answers · asked by eyeswideopen37880 3 in Diabetes

my mother has the shingles and she has a lot
of nerve pain on her head and face it is also in
her right eye . what is the best doctor for her to
go to, maybe a neurologists.

2006-09-17 06:46:49 · 10 answers · asked by Benchwarmer 3 in Skin Conditions

What is a donation or something that has been done for you that has helped, or what would have helped you?

2006-09-17 06:46:19 · 12 answers · asked by carolinamoon117@sbcglobal.net 1 in Cancer

2006-09-17 06:42:54 · 12 answers · asked by shasha 1 in Heart Diseases

ok past few months I been getting spurts of major itching on my tailbone..It lasts 2 or 3 days and goes away. Then returns a month or two later. I take baths daily, so dont say its not from washing. I had my hubby look at it and he says there is nothing there but a little redness from me scratching. Has anyone had this or knows what the heck it can be? I hate to go to the doctor for something so trivial. Thanks a bunch!!!!

2006-09-17 06:42:42 · 4 answers · asked by misstikal311 4 in Skin Conditions

whenever I ejaculate my semen is blue. Is this a problem?

2006-09-17 06:34:35 · 17 answers · asked by Jason 2 in STDs

I have hyper-thyroidisum and my heart is in a very weak state right now. I have been almost 4 weeks without treatment and have been in the ER 4 times last week. As of Friday I have been on a bata blocker 3 times a day and tapazole twice a day. However my heart seems more weak today than it has in a few days. I also have had a sharp pain in my chest and light headedness. I called the doctor on call about 30 mins ago and she told me to cut my bata blocker in half and take a half in the morning and the other at night. Thats cutting my dose drasticlly. Going from 3 pills daily to 1 pill daily concerns me, exspecially when she is not my doctor. What should I do?

2006-09-17 06:30:59 · 6 answers · asked by link3jrc 1 in Other - Diseases

2006-09-17 06:22:50 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in STDs

a friend's boy has been exposed to it at school, and today has the symtoms (sore throat) but no rash. She's taking him in in an hour, but has 19 kids coming to a restaurant for his 8th b'day party in 5 hours..& doesn't know what to do. I told her to look for 'sandpaper like' skin, and red tounge, and redness in his groin & armpits, but I was wondering if any mom's reading this have known about S.F. without the rash & would he still be contageous?

2006-09-17 06:09:10 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

My husband has been using statin drugs for 13 years. He had a 6 section bypass. He has been experiencing muscle pain since taking Zetia. With all the controversy surrounding statins, is it safe to discontinue taking them altogether?

2006-09-17 06:06:28 · 7 answers · asked by putzer 4 in Heart Diseases

2006-09-17 05:56:02 · 17 answers · asked by lazydazy 4 in Other - Diseases

I cannot stand sweet and low, splenda and equal. I don't like lemon, water or flavored water. Any ideas on other beverages or how to adapt to the sweetners?

2006-09-17 05:55:06 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diabetes

Diagonosdt with Melanoma,this person gets Procrit shots once a week along with B-12. Diet and the use of V8 juice,along with Beets and Spinach,have raised the Blood Count, to 10 and going up every week. Now the person does not have such a great apaitite, and does'nt seem to be hungry,when dinner is set. This problem has been noticed awhile back ,but has seemed to be getting worse. I know these Shots are Powerful, and could surpress the apatite. Anything I could do to help this person along with Meals, or maybe a more complex Diet or Input on some other helpful ideas. Thank So Much.

2006-09-17 05:48:52 · 3 answers · asked by aclausing2003 3 in Cancer

2006-09-17 05:46:16 · 16 answers · asked by lazydazy 4 in Other - Diseases

On Sep 16 midday she ate spinach dip. She is also pregnant. Last night she had cramps (she states pretty painful) but able to sleep. However, has awakened with
diarreah. She is contacting doctor. My question is: Does anyone know if symptons for E.Coli can really show up this fast??

2006-09-17 05:45:21 · 15 answers · asked by LuckyD 2 in Other - Diseases

how do you get rid of a cold in a day? Sneezing, stuffy nose and some coughing here and there.

2006-09-17 05:12:49 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies

Recurrence of fast-growing lymphoma....no treatment yet due respiratory infection. CHOP chemo planned. See it spreading.....what are signs of impending death, timeline, and progression...either after a chemo or without?
Would like someone's actual involvement w/patient. Just want to know what to watch for and prepare for as we go the journey.

2006-09-17 05:08:52 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

what medicine is available in the pharmacy for anti-tetanus?

2006-09-17 05:08:27 · 11 answers · asked by sj1328 1 in Other - Diseases

They say in old days problems like these are common and she has got blood spots on her retina for which she is unable to see anything properly. But I don't admit this. Science has developed like never before. Nothing is impossible now. Please any doctor out there advise me what can be done for her. Some say even yoga would help. Some say alternative medications. In that case I should know the right yoga teacher to take her to. Please give right informations with right addresses(india) of medicals or people whom shall i meet along with.

2006-09-17 05:05:17 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I have a very painful sore/ulcer on the palate since 4 days. My doc says it was triggered by drug reaction -I had just prior to the outbreak. Applying TESS (Triamcinolone Acetonide) on the area, using chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash & having Rebamipide tabs for fast healing and Cefuroxime Axetil antibiotic tablet that has no effect on healing. Anyone suffered the same? What time it takes for remission? What blood test is necessary for ruling out other possibilities? Answer from experienced & proffessional pl.

2006-09-17 05:04:27 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

I know it's a silly thing to ask....but I'm not sure what to do. I am afraid that I might have it. It's only been a week since I last had sex with him. I had the strangest sickness: the right side of my lung was so infected, I could barely breathe. It went away on its own, but then I started getting sores in my mouth. What the heck is going here? How soon can I get tested?

2006-09-17 05:00:18 · 21 answers · asked by jesenthia.malenka 2 in STDs

2006-09-17 04:57:45 · 6 answers · asked by sunnyrose 1 in Other - Diseases

My boyfriend had something very similar 2 weeks ago. He picked at his and they swelled up. He had a high fever. The doctor wanted to put him in the hospital but, he wouldn't go. He said the doctor said they were spider bites. He lives with me and I have my house sprayed by pros and I never see a spider in it. It took about 5 days to get his swelling down. He was better a few days and now his leg has swelled up.
About the time this started with him, I had a slight itching but, I attributed it to chiggers. It's taken at least 2 weeks to turn into what resembles what his looked like before he swelled up and got a fever. I will not pick at something like he does. Mine are very small but quite itchy. I can't believe they could be spider bites but don't know what they could be. Certainly don't want to swell up like he has. I'd think they would have to be contagious for me to get them - yet I may have had early symptoms at same time his began. Anyone have a clue?

2006-09-17 04:54:02 · 9 answers · asked by besame2anne 1 in Skin Conditions