Diseases & Conditions - 10 June 2007

My mom just died from lung cancer and my dad is a heavy smoker and he drinks, he never has time for me. How can i deal with this?

2007-06-10 09:47:51 · 18 answers · asked by Jessica 3 in Cancer

It seems to me family doctors are supposed to test for functionality of the different vital organs periodically for detection of abnormalities. Tests were not done every once in awhile and she now has kidney disease.

2007-06-10 09:43:42 · 4 answers · asked by reliant 1 in Other - Diseases

I want to go to a camp this summer and I also want to avoid ticks using natural things that are okay for you.

It's okay if you cant answer this I have been asking everyone! ;)

2007-06-10 09:15:59 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

12 or 24 hours? My appt is at 9am, they're not open today.

2007-06-10 09:08:36 · 6 answers · asked by Freakgirl 7 in Other - Diseases

2007-06-10 09:08:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Respiratory Diseases

2007-06-10 09:05:30 · 11 answers · asked by grycoone 1 in Heart Diseases

My cousin is a boy he's four years old. He has 6 blood platelets. The first time the doctors gave him blood, but when his platelets went down to 6 then they gave gave him blood platletes. His platelets keep going down. and the doctors don't know the cause. Does anyone know thye think why his platelets are going down , and how dangerous it can be. Thank you

2007-06-10 08:52:56 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

ok, my grandfather had heart problems but not till his 30's or 40's, my dad hasnt had any yet, although he does have high cholesterol. im 19, and i have these sharp pains in my chest, usually toward the center, maybe every few weeks, and today they went from there to my left shoulder, and then up the left side of my neck. it wasnt anything that made me drop to my knees or anything, but it deffinetly stopped me, is this a heart attack?

2007-06-10 08:39:49 · 13 answers · asked by Ryan B 3 in Heart Diseases

2007-06-10 08:14:14 · 15 answers · asked by ♥~~Hey~~♥ 3 in STDs

2007-06-10 07:54:59 · 2 answers · asked by todd b 1 in Skin Conditions

How much does it cost there?

2007-06-10 07:26:22 · 9 answers · asked by carol_daitey 1 in Skin Conditions

She sais she doesnt do it everyday but im concerned

2007-06-10 07:24:57 · 12 answers · asked by Johanna 2 in Other - Diseases

I am a 23 year old male who is somewhat athletic. I work out two or three times a week (I don't run). Moreover, I clean buildings around 15 hours a week which keeps me moving. Is my heart rate anything I should go to the doctor about?

2007-06-10 07:18:24 · 6 answers · asked by mike 1 in Heart Diseases

BACKGROUND
A 41-year-old man presents with fever, malaise, and a 20-lb weight loss over the past 3 months. The patient also has intermittent headaches, coughing with occasional hemoptysis, and multiple chronic skin lesions. The lesions initially appeared as hyperpigmented scaly plaques on his lower back (see Image 1). They have enlarged over the last year, spreading to his arms, nose (see Images 2-3), and penis (see Image 4). The lesions are not itchy or painful. Over the last few weeks, the lesions on the patient’s nose and penis have begun to ulcerate and produce a bloody, purulent discharge.

The patient was diagnosed with HIV infection 13 years ago. He denies having any chest discomfort, shortness of breath, nausea, or diarrhea. He has not traveled recently and has not had any contact with people who were sick. He has not spent any time in environments where the risk of tuberculosis is high (eg, prison, shelters). On physical examination, the patient is afebrile with a blood pressure of 116/58 mm Hg and a heart rate of 92 bpm. His respiratory rate is 14 breaths/min, and his oxygen saturation while breathing room air is 96%.

On his nose is a crusted, indurated plaque with irregular borders and central ulceration that produces thick, blood-tinged, suppurative discharge (see Image 3). A nontender oval-shaped crusted plaque with superficial ulceration is located on his penis at the base of the glans (see Image 4). Numerous skin-colored umbilicated papules, of about 3-6 mm and with central hemorrhagic crusts, are scattered irregularly on his arms and face (see Image 2). A diffuse, hyperpigmented lichenification of the skin is noted on his back, with many small areas of superficial ulceration (see Image 1).

No retinal lesions are noted on funduscopic examination. No frank nuchal rigidity is present; however, the patient expresses moderate discomfort with neck flexion. The lungs are clear to auscultation with no rales, rhonchi, or wheezing; the cardiac examination is normal. The remainder of the physical examination yields unremarkable results.

The patient is transferred to the adjoining emergency department (ED) and, because infectious meningitis is suspected, is placed in respiratory isolation. A lumbar puncture reveals an opening pressure of 22 cm H2O. A cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) sample is sent for laboratory evaluation and shows a WBC count of 450/mm33 (0.450 X 109/L) with a mononuclear predominance, a mildly elevated protein level, and a slightly decreased glucose concentration. India ink staining reveals the presence of fungi.

What is the etiology of the patient’s symptoms? Are all of the lesions from the same disease process?

2007-06-10 06:55:15 · 3 answers · asked by Dr.Qutub 7 in Heart Diseases

Right now I take a combination of Claritin and Chlorpheniramine (like chlor-trimetron) but it doesn't work on the really bad days.

2007-06-10 06:53:47 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies

2007-06-10 06:36:02 · 4 answers · asked by momof3 1 in Cancer

whats the best way to get rid of them

2007-06-10 06:15:04 · 9 answers · asked by Gracie P 1 in Skin Conditions

How do I find out what diseases/conditions get you medically discharged? Is there some kind of list? I'm not trying to get discharged, but I just started thinking about it because I think i might have diabetes (and yes I'll be going to the doctor for it). Also wasn't really sure whether to put this in health or military section....oh well.

2007-06-10 05:41:11 · 13 answers · asked by Sunshine 4 in Diabetes

2007-06-10 05:25:46 · 6 answers · asked by Tigger 2 in Heart Diseases

I am not certain the cause, but I get a rushing feeling in my chest and dizzy feeling when I bend down and return to a standing position. This has only recently been happening. When I say a rushing in my chest, it is like my heart picks up pace, like double time.
I am on 3 meds. Welbutrin for anxiety, levaxatorin for thyroid and lotrel for HBP. I have been on the former 2 for almost 3 yrs now and the Welbutrin for maybe 6 months.
Is it maybe the combo of the Welbutrin and Lotrel?

2007-06-10 05:19:54 · 4 answers · asked by PolePopper 2 in Heart Diseases

It's a horrible stinging whenever I try to sit up straight and breathe in. My heart beats irregular and Iv'e had some 20 second day to day pains last summer, but today it's not going away. Most of the discomfort goes away when I slouch forward but it still hurts when I breathe in. I'm very physically active and had a very hard swim test the other day that took a lot out of me. What do you think this is?

p.s- I know I need to go to a doctor, but any ideas?

2007-06-10 05:12:17 · 10 answers · asked by confused_girlie007 1 in Heart Diseases

what brand and where can i buy it??

2007-06-10 05:08:02 · 4 answers · asked by leslie 2 in Skin Conditions

Me an my friends all wanna kno

2007-06-10 05:02:27 · 10 answers · asked by Just DaT Boy we All Kn0 1 in STDs

2007-06-10 04:58:59 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

The night sweats have been going on for months now. I am 35 and otherwise feel well. My doctor sent me for a chest xray. he said 'to elliminate things'. Have I anything to worry about? Is there anything I should ensure I am tested for? Thanks for any advice!!

2007-06-10 04:47:51 · 4 answers · asked by dss 3 in Other - Diseases

2007-06-10 04:16:58 · 12 answers · asked by my1sweetsarabear 1 in Diabetes

I am very self consious about it and i cannot cut my hair low because it would be more visible. It is about the size of a pea and it is located just below the hairline in the middle

2007-06-10 03:54:49 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

My lower legs and feet have been swelling badly, to the point where it feels as if they are being bruised from the inside out.
I am having severe shortness of breath.
The other night I woke up to find my left arm completely numb..and I could not close my hand. Also, my hand was ice cold. After a bit, it was as if blood came back into my arm and hand, like it had "gone to sleep", only more so.
I have been on lasex for fluid retention, and also breathing medication, but the problem keeps getting worse.
If anyone can give me some real advice, it would be much appreciated.
Thanx in advance.

2007-06-10 03:36:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

What decides if you need pill or injection?

2007-06-10 03:25:41 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diabetes

Are you using more than 5 types of prescribed medication on a long term basis? What are you using and how do you keep your body extra healthy? Any tips?

2007-06-10 03:25:24 · 10 answers · asked by 007butterfly 2 in Heart Diseases