Diseases & Conditions - 11 June 2007

I am 17 years old, 5'0 and 135 lbs. I am a little overweight and my LDL cholesterol level is at 130.4. The doctor's office told me that normal is between 63 and 130. The past few days, typically after I eat lunch, my chest tightens up, my heart seems to beat faster, and my face feels red and flush and breathing becomes more difficult. I wouldn't think my cholesterol is high enough to cause chest pain, but what do you think? I also have a very high family history of heart disease, high cholesterol, and hypertension.

2007-06-11 07:35:24 · 7 answers · asked by TypeA 5 in Heart Diseases

Its Descusting ! Eww 18 verruca's on one foot. Ive tried literaly every medicine it not working . they have spred more since the last 2 months ! and i file them down , use my medicine the chemstry gave me but no use! I went back to the chemest but they dont do it any more because they can cure themselves , more like spread more ! I soak them averynight and file them its no use and even sometimes the ones i have on my heel are hard to file because they look asif theyre under my skin they dont pop out :S

2007-06-11 07:34:05 · 2 answers · asked by Missy 1 in Skin Conditions

My mother-in-law is about 56 years old. She has always been somewhat of a scatterbrain, but lately she seems to forget just about anything me or my husband tell her (i.e. our schedules for getting together, important events, etc.). I find myself constantly frustrated with her forgetfulness, and I'm starting to wonder if maybe this is the beginning of Alzheimers. Does anyone have any advice/comments on this behavior? Being an in-law, I feel I'm not in a place to suggest she seek a diagnosis from a Dr.

2007-06-11 07:19:23 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

So I have been eating some variety of food. The usual stuff is pizza (normal, cheese), chicken fingers (w/ honey mustard), bagels (with butter), cauliflower/carrots and ranch dip and coffee. Some times i add or take other things.

I usually have that almost everyday.

And I have been having a really hard time with gas, like I can feel my stomach grumble so hard it vibrates. Then a few hours later. I have diarrhea. Not to be nasty.... but it’s like a green-ish color. And then I have this diarrhea several times. And then I get really hungry.

I believe I am allergic to something, can you help me figure out what it might be.

I KNOW YOU AREN'T A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL!

I just want you to talk from your own experiences.

If you have any questions or comments please send me a message......THANK YOU! ♥

2007-06-11 07:08:36 · 11 answers · asked by .:.:.Mizz_undaStood.:.:. 4 in Allergies

2007-06-11 06:43:20 · 3 answers · asked by Roy S 1 in Skin Conditions

2007-06-11 06:41:52 · 6 answers · asked by luqmanul h 1 in Other - Diseases

My doc ran this test after he told me I was Lyme positive. Can someone tell me in plain english what this test is looking for and why is it helpful? This is right off the labs website


Lyme Disease C6 Antibodies: This ELISA detects IgG and IgM antibodies to the C6 peptide, the immunodominant antigen of the VlsE surface protein of Borrelia species
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2007-06-11 06:20:57 · 4 answers · asked by merrygirl 2 in Infectious Diseases

In the past few days I have become really itchy? I usually shower before bedtime and all night and day I'm itchy? Is it the soap? I hope it's not bedbugs (checked that already, plus I am SUPER clean)... I have a few tiny little pore size red spots on my arms and legs. The itch is really bothering me. I freak out at things so, please help anyone?!

2007-06-11 06:16:20 · 2 answers · asked by instyleo 1 in Skin Conditions

what is most effective medicine for reducing suger levels?

2007-06-11 05:56:08 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I'm 26 years old, and in good healt. I dont smoke, and only drink on occasion. I went to my Dr and he did an EKG on me ( my mother recently passed from a heart attack) and he is now sending me to get a echo stress test. My ekg came back saying that my PR intervals were abnormal...is there any cause for alarm? I'm still geting over my mom's sudden death she was only 47. Help!

2007-06-11 05:52:06 · 8 answers · asked by Tabatha M 2 in Heart Diseases

what is the difference between purple and white stretch marks. lol. my friend wanted to know and I am curious too.

2007-06-11 05:35:31 · 12 answers · asked by :D 2 in Skin Conditions

Every time I touch a tomato plant, I get a rash at the place of contact, and then two days later I get hives on my neck. Every time. Anybody else? And does anybody know why?

2007-06-11 05:02:32 · 3 answers · asked by Richard 1 in Skin Conditions

2007-06-11 05:01:51 · 3 answers · asked by Quo 2 in Cancer

My grandfather is 77 years old he has a blood shot eye that is completely red and complains with the back of his head hurting. He hasn't fallen or anything like that. He refuses to go to the doctor. Any idea what could be the cause of this? He has had a couple heard attacks and one stroke with couple mini strokes. He is on blood pressure medicine, but thats about all I know. Any ideas would be appreciated!

2007-06-11 05:01:05 · 2 answers · asked by Madmas 3 in Other - Diseases

2007-06-11 04:45:57 · 5 answers · asked by Roger A 1 in Skin Conditions

hi i have this spot on my body and i have already been to a dermatologist to let him see it, and he claims it is some kind of non cancerous tumor there. it just appeared out of no where one day. my question is if hes right and it isnt cancer or a big deal then why would it disapear alot then keep reapearing, like it is back again now and it was gone for about 3 months. thats what worrie me is it keeps coming back and in the same spot to. it hurts alot. it is a black blood bubble looking thing and around that theres a splotch of red almost like a wierd shaped circle. it looks like blood in the middle of it, i asked that doctor was it a busted blood vesel, and he said no. im worried cause now it is bigger than last time so please help me please give me info to research im scared. my whole dads family is dead from cancer right now. thanx and bye

2007-06-11 04:43:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

Some people think it is a great way to help prevent getting some forms of cervical cancer and it is a health concern that people should take seriously (4000 women will die from cervical cancer this year -- taken from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention). But some people feel that it will provoke sexual activity with teens. Also, some people are afraid of what the long term effects may be if there are any. In the magazine "First--For women On The Go", one woman from Florida stated in a poll that "it wouldn't encourage sexual activity any more than a tetanus shot encourages kids to step on rusty nails" (June 18, 2007 issue, Page 6). What are your thoughts and opinions?

2007-06-11 04:30:23 · 8 answers · asked by HBomb 3 in Cancer

my 4 year-old has an outbreak of numerous, raised, small red bumps only on his legs & arms with little pustules. there is no itching. it seems as though there is a connection to swimming but it could be dietary. his pediatrician says it is viral but it is worsening & the sympyoms appeared 8 days ago.

2007-06-11 04:12:52 · 2 answers · asked by ceecyandgeorge 2 in Skin Conditions

I'm a 21 year old female. I have been experiencing fast heart beats and thumping in my chest from the past few days[less than a week]. this is causing discomfort throughout the day, i'm not suffering from any respiratory problems but i'm finding it hard to carry on with day to day routine. i'm not into any sports.
should i get my BP checked?? y am i getting these fast heart beats all of a sudden?? Pls help. thanx

2007-06-11 04:03:30 · 10 answers · asked by C 1 in Heart Diseases

I'm 20 years old. I found out Friday I'm being diagnosed with MS. In two weeks we will be discussing our treatment plan. But I keep reading all these personal stories about people with MS. I read them and think "oh thats not gonna happen to me." But in the harsh reality of things.. This is my future. Will it hit me when I get my first shot of a slow down MS progression shot? Will it hit me when I'm struggling more day to day? I just hope I progress slowely and things can be normal... But I'm sure all new cases say the same thing. Everyone I love and know have high hopes that things will be normal since it's been caught early. But what if they aren't normal, I have no garantee. I worry about the strain that will be on my husband and I who have only been married .3 months and finding out this new.. What will it do to us? I'm very confused...

2007-06-11 03:25:45 · 12 answers · asked by Tracey W 1 in Other - Diseases

My boyfriend was out in the sun yesterday afternoon and when applying aftersun last night he noticed some lumps appearing on his arms, they disappeared overnight but have came up today again, as he is a gardener he has been working out in the sun all day. Is this prickly heat or something else?

2007-06-11 03:24:54 · 4 answers · asked by Lesley C 1 in Skin Conditions

I say yes. Religious people like Bush are anti-science. This needless Iraq war has cost billions and medical research has had funds cut because of the war costs. Medical research has been hurt by right wingers like Bush. 1500 people die from cancer daily yet research has been delayed. Even stem cell research has been hurt by Bush. Galileo was persecuted because he proved that the world revolves around the sun and this was against religion. I will never vote for a evangelist for President because I don't want science hindered.

2007-06-11 03:06:42 · 5 answers · asked by NAP BQ 5 in Other - Diseases

This is a problem and it's driving myself and my fiance crazy. We live together so naturally we sleep in the same bed and I am constantly moving around because I am itching. I take a bath every night before bed so that's not the problem. I use Vaseline intensive care lotion for sensitive skin every night. I don't know what the problem is or how to fix it. I itch throughout the day but I don't notice it as bad as when I am trying to sleep. HELP?? Thanks.

2007-06-11 02:43:56 · 5 answers · asked by Jay 2 in Skin Conditions

im a serious runner, and i dont know if this would greatly effect my running ability. I know that the normal is 120/80 and that its not good to have a high or low bpm. Am i just too worried?

2007-06-11 02:41:47 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

i our system is this true am not trying to creat a panic

2007-06-11 02:41:13 · 6 answers · asked by astra 5 in Infectious Diseases

The other night I had dry blood on my shoe and wiped it off with a wet paper towel. Say the blood has HIV, and I might have slightly touched the blood on the wet paper towel. Then proceeded to change my contacts without washing my hands. Would I be at serious risk?

2007-06-11 02:30:48 · 8 answers · asked by Christopher V 1 in STDs

wilst my son broke his little toe blood tests showed that he was anaemic they have not followed this up gave him iron and that was that.his poo is constanly white and hard does anyone know why

2007-06-11 02:26:27 · 6 answers · asked by anita m 1 in Other - Diseases

2007-06-11 01:36:12 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2007-06-11 01:35:33 · 14 answers · asked by gurleen c 1 in Skin Conditions

2007-06-11 00:57:23 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions