Diseases & Conditions - 27 September 2006

I have had this tumor nor for about six weeks.
One day there was nothing there and then another, I have had a lump that is about 10 cm in diameter.

2006-09-27 07:53:20 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

My brother is 14, 4'10, and 80 pounds. He went to the doctor yesterday to get a checkup to see why he hadnt hit his growth spurt and they found something wrong with his heart. They said that the vales (sp?) werent connected and all they have to do is give him bypass surgery and connect them. I think its bad, but my mom wont really tell me anything. All I want to know is can you die from bypass surgery or a percentage of chance you have to live. Something like that. And please no rude answers, Im worried. Thanks.

2006-09-27 07:51:09 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

My mom and dad have been married for 26 yrs. My dad has cheated on my mom in the past, at the beginning of their marriage, and mom knows about that. We believe he has been cheating on her again, maybe for a long time. Anyways, my mom just found out she has herpes because recently she had her first outbreak and went to the doctors. My dad and her talked and he said that he has had it for a long time, when he first cheated on her. Could this be possible, if she never had an outbreak before? Or is he just saying that, because it is easier to admit to something she knows about, then admit to been cheating recently? Can herpes actually stay dormont that long?
Mom wanted me to ask this...!

2006-09-27 07:44:27 · 8 answers · asked by Vennessa 2 in STDs

My cancer is deteriorating and the hospital have said I have to go into a hospice. What I need to know is is it scary and will I like it? I'm getting sicker and sicker every day and the thought of hospices make me scared. Help me.

2006-09-27 07:39:08 · 26 answers · asked by Laura W 1 in Cancer

2006-09-27 07:25:35 · 6 answers · asked by Tiffany W 1 in Other - Diseases

I go to the bars atleast 4-5 days out of the week and drink about an 18 pack and a few shots every time. I have a good job and my drinking does not affect my work. In fact, I just started going to the bar with my bosses and they promised me a promotion.. My girlfriend doesn't see it as a problem either but then again she is usually on the stool next to me hammering them down.. I love my life and my job.... Would you consider me an alcoholic??

2006-09-27 07:23:31 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

My father has recently been diagnosed with prostate cancer. His PSA level was 6 which is why he had a biopsy done. The 1st Dr. (less experienced) said that his gleason score was 6. He had the slides reviewed by a 2nd Dr. that said his score was actually an 8. Now they want to run tests to see if the cancer has spread to his lymph nodes or bones. My father is only 53 and has always been in good shape (not that cancer cares). The Dr. said that he has a relatively small prostate. Does anyone know what the chances are of the cancer having spread and what treatment options are. I'm just scared and confused and want everything to be OK. My 2 children love their grandfather as well as myself and I just can't believe that this is happening. Anyone in similar situations? What was the outcome?

2006-09-27 07:18:55 · 9 answers · asked by Jessica E 1 in Cancer

We have mice in the house and it's not even an old house. Just curious.

2006-09-27 07:11:48 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I am a diabetic trying to control my bolld sugar levels with food and diet.

2006-09-27 07:10:48 · 15 answers · asked by deeyve 2 in Diabetes

It just started recently along with sensitivity to temperature and light but Lately I have been so Irritated with my husband and kids. And I try to tell him that it is the fibro, but i still feel bad for being snappy, and I try to stop, But it is so hard to control it...I just feel mad all the time!

2006-09-27 07:06:04 · 4 answers · asked by Rhonda M 2 in Other - Diseases

Our freind has cancer, his insurance has run out.they are having a hard time paying bills, and just getting through each day.

2006-09-27 06:44:12 · 13 answers · asked by larry.kuhn@sbcglobal.net 1 in Cancer

What is the Best Treatment for Chlamydia

2006-09-27 06:39:30 · 10 answers · asked by cassyk85 1 in STDs

I am a diabetic, and I use food and exercise to lower my blood sugar. I would like to lower it more through food with a moderate amount of exercise. Right now I have to exercise excessively. But, I have heard a certain diet could really help.

2006-09-27 06:35:32 · 34 answers · asked by deeyve 2 in Diabetes

Is it true that certain foods can lower blood pressure? If so can someone please let me know what foods they are.
Is it true that vinegar can lower blood pressure?

2006-09-27 06:18:19 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

I have a red ring on my skin with a spot inside it.. no other symptoms

2006-09-27 06:16:34 · 5 answers · asked by gayledruce@btinternet.com 1 in Skin Conditions

2006-09-27 05:59:46 · 31 answers · asked by ldybg 1 in Diabetes

my son has a sore place on the bottom of his foot and it really looks like a plantars wart to me but his pediatrician told me that it was so callased over he couldn't tell if it was a wart or something in his foot that has gotten infected. He said to soak his foot in warm water and epsom salts and then file the callus. Has anyone ever done this before? I'm scared they'll have to cut it out of his foot. He's only 4 and I know he'll be terrified.

2006-09-27 05:48:39 · 7 answers · asked by rideabanjopicker 2 in Skin Conditions

2006-09-27 05:35:07 · 3 answers · asked by Romeo M 1 in Other - Diseases

2006-09-27 05:30:58 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2006-09-27 05:18:41 · 6 answers · asked by rodmanbig 1 in Infectious Diseases

My doctor has said 1 in 5 men, 1 in 4 girls have it. My skin specialist said, go to a bar and its 1 in 3 because of the age group. I'm having a very very seriously hard time believing this.....

2006-09-27 05:18:03 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in STDs

I have been having pins and needles feelings in my legs, muscle spasms, migraines, slurred speech, choking fits and clumsiness for about 6 years now on and off. Am I sick or is it something i am overlooking? Please help. Im going nuts wondering what is wrong. Just looking for help thru opinions - no weird answers please. Im serious.

2006-09-27 05:04:22 · 7 answers · asked by luvthynanny 1 in Other - Diseases

I am a 48 yo black woman, obese. The pain is ongoing, even though I can still function daily, but it does seem to be getting slightly worse. It hurts to stand up straight after sitting for awhile.

2006-09-27 04:46:55 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2006-09-27 04:43:36 · 6 answers · asked by letlive 1 in Cancer

I am so upset right now. The good news is, I havent slept with him, nor have we ventured in that area yet...

I may be a bit uneducated in this area, but can someone help me with a few questions? If we decided to have kids, would if affect them? And is there either chance that I wouldnt catch it?? I'm so confused about all of this, any input would be great.

2006-09-27 04:38:29 · 13 answers · asked by Krista 3 in STDs

Well the excema on my arms started to itch really bad, so bad that it hurt a little. And now I'm itching all over! It kinda hurts but it's annoying, I'm trying to do my school work! What can I do to stop the itch?

2006-09-27 04:38:07 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

2006-09-27 04:36:09 · 6 answers · asked by anup z 1 in Other - Diseases

Almost three weeks ago now, I fainted twice. For about four weeks I have had a headache (across forehead) that changes in intensity, but remains. I feel dizzy, tired and weak, and have shortness of breath and palpitations. I bruise very easily, and have been iron deficiency anemic for about 15 years. I had bloodwork done, and I think it shows anemia...still. I have a doctor's appt tomorrow. In the past three weeks, I have developed a slightly raised pink dime sized rash on my left forearm that doesn't itch. My feet are swollen most of the time now. The cbc said that my BUN and CO2 are low. My MCH and MCV and HCT are low. HGB is normal, but on the borderline of low. RDWs are high. What does all of this mean? I feel like I am falling apart! I have had ulcerative colitis for years, and started to have a flare last week. I called the doctor and was put on a corticosteroid until I can go in. The diarrhea stopped. I also have rib pain (mostly tenderness to the touch).

2006-09-27 04:32:56 · 3 answers · asked by Sunshine G 1 in Other - Diseases

2006-09-27 04:30:58 · 13 answers · asked by john r 3 in Heart Diseases

Have had this type of pain since 2001. It hurts more often now.
and quick movement of my upper body it hurts.

2006-09-27 04:26:22 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases