Diseases & Conditions - 16 July 2007

My 2yr old son has had a knot on the side of his neck for over a year and a half. The Dr. thought it first to be a swollen lymphnode, two months ago he had tubes put in but the knot is still there.

His Dr. is now advising we have it removed. The negative part of this is he'll have to be put to sleep via a tube down his throat, he'll have scarring, it's a dangerous spot b/c it's close to arteries. The surgery would take a little over an hour then a biopsy would be done. The mass has not changed in size in the last year and its mobile (you can move it around)

Is it worth the risk for him to have this procedure? I feel like it's a catch 22, what would you do if you were me?

2007-07-16 07:16:11 · 7 answers · asked by ImageSavvy 3 in Other - Diseases

Peanuts in the shell cause nut proteins to go airborne. Will wearing a face mask be protective? Son is 7 and agrees to wear one in order to see a game...

2007-07-16 07:09:19 · 2 answers · asked by Mom of 3 1 in Allergies

the uv rays is 6, and it is 75 degrees out..
if i lay outside in the sun from 2:30 til 4, (WITH SUNSCREEN) will i get noticeably tanner?

2007-07-16 07:08:10 · 2 answers · asked by alex <3 2 in Skin Conditions

My sister has diabetes and she drinks alot and smokes. The dr told her her kidneys and liver is failing and she only has 2 years to live. Shes only 29 yrs old.

2007-07-16 05:56:48 · 31 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diabetes

2007-07-16 05:52:54 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in STDs

Can you tell me how to find graphics of the feet?

2007-07-16 05:52:52 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2007-07-16 05:41:23 · 4 answers · asked by Desert_Hawk 3 in Heart Diseases

I mean the hazards. Thanks.

2007-07-16 05:39:06 · 1 answers · asked by Desert_Hawk 3 in Cancer

2007-07-16 05:26:13 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

My daughter was born today she is blood type A + my wife is O+ and I am AB - . I find it difficult to find information on AB - I find more information on AB+. I am African American but I would like to know what are the origins of my blood type - many of the literature in books and online are very inconclusive. I understand that my blood type is rare however is this blood type usually affiliated with African Americans or some other race?

2007-07-16 05:20:12 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

My wife had to have a modified radical mastectomy and she heard thhat the remoal of lymph nodes would cause swelling of the arm if she flew.

2007-07-16 05:15:27 · 2 answers · asked by Adrian D 1 in Cancer

2007-07-16 05:03:17 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

2007-07-16 04:56:40 · 5 answers · asked by LP640moe 1 in Allergies

I have a SERIOUS problem & I've been suffering it since the beginning of 2007. Every month, roughly 1 - 2 weeks before my period starts, I get a terrible breakout of blemishes on my face, mostly around the mouth area & I'm still recovering from a few on my neck. Although Clearasil fash wash & Clearasil spot cream does wonders, I just can't seem to get my blemishes to stay away once they've gone. Sometimes, they're small, other times they're big & sometimes painful. I've already visited my doctor & he assures me it's nothing serious, like acne or a skin disease. Just when I get really happy as my blemishes are finally disappearing after my period, it's not long before they start up again when my next one is due. Now, I am getting blemish scars & am forced to wear my make-up every single day. I have been late to work a few times because I have refused to go without first applying my make-up & I've not been swimming as much as I used to.

I am now DESPERATE for help. Please!

2007-07-16 04:48:25 · 6 answers · asked by Mel B 1 in Skin Conditions

And how those 3 would probably be major factors in AIDS transmission & prevention? The less abrasive, the safer.

2007-07-16 04:45:56 · 3 answers · asked by topink 6 in STDs

I'm pretty scared. I was wondering how much it hurts, because they are taking it out with a laser. the dermatologist said it might take another treatment for it to go away. but mine is small, and im young, so is that typical? also, after they take it off, is there a big scab ? or anything huge.

thank you!

2007-07-16 04:40:25 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

What is this? I have the worst headache since Wed, sore throat, body aches, tired, no energy, feel hot but no fever

2007-07-16 04:26:37 · 3 answers · asked by Melissa T 1 in Respiratory Diseases

My mum has just developed Coronary Heart Disease ( they witnessed the changes through regular ECG's) She has had meds prescribed. She also has ME and hereditary high cholesterol. With treatment how long could she live for? will her lifespan be significantly reduced by this disease?

2007-07-16 04:07:36 · 4 answers · asked by Laura R 1 in Heart Diseases

what percentage of the antepartum complications does pregnancy-induced hypertension belong in philippine setting?

2007-07-16 03:56:47 · 2 answers · asked by tetcha 1 in Heart Diseases

2007-07-16 03:09:06 · 8 answers · asked by *Chris* 2 in Respiratory Diseases

I get really nauseous every time I attempt to read in a moving vehicle (car). Whether it's a book, magazine, newspaper or a small piece of writing, I get extremely nauseous that I start to gag. The nauseousness carries on till I down something, like food or a warm drink or else, it carries on the whole time. It gets even worse when I try to lay down or rest my eyes in the car when the feeling occurs. Although sometimes, albeit rare, I can read in the car and not feel nauseous and I still can't figure out what's the cause. I really love reading and it's sad because I can't read while in the car, which is a waste of time, really. So does anyone out there encounter the same problem with me? If yes, anyone knows what's the cause of it? Most importantly, is there a cure to this? Thank you.

2007-07-16 03:05:07 · 18 answers · asked by matrianklw 2 in Other - Diseases

need to know fast, its for a story im writing

2007-07-16 03:03:20 · 3 answers · asked by Cthulhu The Dreamer 2 in Other - Diseases

Well see my brother has had staph infection for the longest time now and I would like to know whats causing this because it is getting worse everyday...PLEASE HELP...Thanks

2007-07-16 03:00:14 · 7 answers · asked by Mz.Ivy 2 in Infectious Diseases

Awhile ago, i had a zit, pimple, whatever you wanna call it...anyway, its been gone for some time now, and it has left a mark! i dont know if its a scar, or just a mark, because for awhile i thought that there was just something still in there, but ive checked a lot, and nothing's there. it is noticable, and i hate it! everyone is like whut is on your chin? and im like I dont even know!!! lol so does anyone know whut may have happened? like i think maybye it turned intoo a cut, and now its a scar (damn it!!) , and ive tried acne medicine..and nothing happens? any expeirience????? plz =)

2007-07-16 02:52:18 · 3 answers · asked by sawaah 2 in Skin Conditions

And what can you do to prevent these problems?

2007-07-16 02:44:20 · 3 answers · asked by Bumper Crop 5 in Respiratory Diseases

will it follow that her 3 year old brother will defiantly catch it from her and if so, how long will it be before he does get it?!
many thanks

2007-07-16 02:41:08 · 8 answers · asked by taw 78 1 in Infectious Diseases

Does anyone know what my g/f can use for her ****. Even after we get out of the shower her *** still smells. I dont like going down on her b/c she smells so bad. Are there any OTC things she can use to make to smell go away. I love her, but its bad....she also has a milky discharge that smells. What could this be?? Thanks for any help.

2007-07-16 02:40:29 · 6 answers · asked by Independence Baby - 7/4/09 4 in STDs

My brother called me last night to let me know his daughter has lice. I have 4 children and they are with my brother's children daily at grandma's house. I checked my children, 3 are ok and I found some bugs and nits on my oldest daughter (she helps grandma a lot with the younger ones). I used RID on her last night and a comb-out gel, however I'm not comfortable waiting 7 days for the next treatment like the bottle says. Can I use the shampoo again on her tonight?

2007-07-16 02:32:45 · 5 answers · asked by Jenny~♥ 5 in Other - Diseases

For such a new-sense of a plant, does it even have a role in our culture, in nature ?

2007-07-16 02:29:11 · 2 answers · asked by Tall Chick 2 in Allergies

Do I call my insurance to get an estimate on the cost?

2007-07-16 02:21:05 · 8 answers · asked by Tyga 1 in Cancer