Diseases & Conditions - 25 August 2007

I went to the doctor on friday to find out the results of a kidney xray. I found out that I had a kidney stone in my right and apparently I have an abnormality in the left kidney in the renal column (Bertin column or column of bertin). I realise this is probable quite a tough questions (i could not find much on the internet) but could anyone tell me:
1) what part of the kidney this is
2) what kind of issues or problems occur with this.

Thank you

2007-08-25 23:55:42 · 6 answers · asked by Felix 1 in Other - Diseases

Have been tested 4 HIV, MONO, Strep, Lupus, Lyme, RA, TB, etc,-all neg-CBCs-all good-viral & bacterial perfect/neg. Have had this 4 8mos-worst 4 3mos, & will go 2 an int. med spec-but want opinions NOW! T over 100F nightly, fatigue where I can't wake & am groggy & talk NONSENSE-sleep 18+ hrs/day, swollen lymph nodes-R jaw, night sweats, joint pain-above knees, lack of mem. & concentration-can't subtract simple probs-was pre-med n college but went into law enf, blurred vision, sinus probs, & H/As-hx of migraines-controlled, not the same! Am 36yr-old F, was n perfect health, passed physical agil. tests 4 law enf & fire depts 4 which I worked 4 many yrs before perm disab. due 2 c-spine probs. Now depressed-2wks, due 2 symptoms, but take anti-depressants 4 PMDD. Hx of C-Spine degen. disc disease & arthritis, w/bone spurs & narrowing-which worsens every 2yrs-On same meds 4 2yrs w/no side effects/change & am fine. Am desperate! Any info will b greatly appreciated! Thanx! Jody :)

2007-08-25 23:42:59 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

The Parson had been in and out of Hospital, took all most tests includind HIV test and TB but all came negetive and the parson still cough terrible. what should be the cause of this and how can a person be treated.

2007-08-25 23:41:52 · 5 answers · asked by Norman S 1 in Infectious Diseases

this has been going on for weeks,what is the heat allowance for night workers who have to do 12 hours at a time and who do i contact about our working rights that would put the workers health first.in middlesex heathrow airport.they try to control it with cold air blowers but they are very loud constantly.and is their a legionnares contamination possible. ?

2007-08-25 23:35:51 · 3 answers · asked by RAYMOND A 1 in Other - Diseases

some say its from animals....

2007-08-25 23:32:08 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

2007-08-25 23:02:21 · 1 answers · asked by steph_nz_no1 1 in Other - Diseases

what is the possible causes if the goiter remove

2007-08-25 22:59:49 · 2 answers · asked by mary ann 1 in Cancer

2007-08-25 22:59:43 · 1 answers · asked by steph_nz_no1 1 in Other - Diseases

2007-08-25 22:57:57 · 2 answers · asked by steph_nz_no1 1 in Other - Diseases

I have been sick all year and my doctor recently suggested that it might be diabetes. Here are some of my symptoms:
*I go to the toilet a LOT
* Always tired even after a good nights sleep
* have recently fainted twice in 3 days
* Feel sick after eating
* headaches
Could someone tell me if these are the symptoms of diabetes and what type?
I am a teenage girl.
Thanks :)

2007-08-25 22:57:13 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diabetes

ok couse my gf had her period it went away after 3 days that it went away she had it again and it lasted 2 weeks then it went away but for 1 day then had her period again is this normal or does she need to go to the doctor

2007-08-25 22:29:18 · 15 answers · asked by madmax 1 in Infectious Diseases

2007-08-25 21:40:40 · 8 answers · asked by yara_g_h 1 in Other - Diseases

I hope that I am not part Jewish because I know that there are certain diseases that only people of a Jewish ethnicity can get such as Gaucher disease. It is possible that it could be German or Irish blood and I was wondering if I could have a DNA test to tell for sure (to at least rule out the Jewish blood). Are these expensive?

2007-08-25 20:35:34 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I returned from a year in Iraq over 6 months ago, but I still have serious problems falling asleep. I have to usually stay up to the point of exhaustion, even if I did the same thing the in the days prior. 4 and 5 hours of sleep are the norm. While lying in bed I have intrusive memories.
The army doctors gave me some ambien which worked temporarily, but makes me act real funny once it kicks in. Anyone else have similar issues?

2007-08-25 20:27:39 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2007-08-25 20:18:48 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

specific diseases only

2007-08-25 20:01:25 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2007-08-25 19:55:27 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

Sorry I put this in the wrong category ….so I’ll try one more time….. My brother will be having this procedure this coming Tuesday…if any of you guys know of someone or has experience this yourself…can you please tell me…..just how serious this is and what will happen to his health after its done….the doctors gave some information but it was mostly statistics….I kind of one to know from individuals who lived with it …thanks for taking the time to reply

2007-08-25 19:49:51 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

I've heard that several types of nuts -- including almonds, walnuts, pistachios and I think one or two others -- contain compounds that help reduce LDL ("bad cholesterol") and/or help raise HDL ("good cholesterol"). In some cases the compounds are monounsaturated and/or polyunsaturated fats, but I believe I've read of other healthful compounds as well.

What I'd like to know is which nuts are the best at lowering LDLs and/or raising HDLs? If anyone also knows of an actual list that ranks the nuts in ORDER, from the most beneficial to the least beneficial, I'd love if you could share that with me too!! :) Due to a genetic propensity for elevated cholesterol, I want to eat the nuts that will help me the most.

Also, how much of these health benefits are reduced if the nuts are baked or toasted? The reason I ask is because I'm allergic to walnuts, but they only irritate my mouth when RAW. If they're toasted, candied, etc., then they're fine.

Thanks again! :)

2007-08-25 19:26:41 · 4 answers · asked by scary shari 5 in Heart Diseases

hi , i have actually got lot of itch not only all over my body but also in my eyes , inside nose 2!!! its leading to acne and it is not coming to an end ! Please help me resolve it! what could be the possible reason! I am having indian skin and its not too oily. PLZ help the situation is getting worse!

2007-08-25 19:17:56 · 3 answers · asked by flamboy 2 in Skin Conditions

2007-08-25 19:13:04 · 6 answers · asked by Mo_Joe_man 2 in Heart Diseases

1.Can an X-Ray miss a blockage in the bowels?

2. Can an X-Ray miss a problem with the appendix???

2007-08-25 19:08:28 · 6 answers · asked by worried for my daughter 1 in Other - Diseases

REGARDING REFERENCE BOOK

2007-08-25 18:52:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Respiratory Diseases

during the summer...I've had allergies bad..and I just got rid of them like three or more weeks ago! and now, they're back. and school starts on Monday! I do NOT want to be sneezing my brains out when I say hi to my friends! help!! :(

2007-08-25 18:29:22 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies

Am concerned that this is something more.

2007-08-25 18:10:29 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

Just today I took my rescue inhaler and I feel worse. Could it be because I'm pregnant that it's not working or that it's just the baby crushing my lungs or that albuterol doesn't work for me anymore.

2007-08-25 17:52:41 · 8 answers · asked by Anne 5 in Respiratory Diseases

Ok well it started out breast cancer, plus 16-17 positive nodes..the ONC told me there was a strong chance the cancer would re-occur even though I was going through high amounts of chemo
Well last week I was told that a mass was found in my back and shoulder...they would be starting rads Monday and also continue my chemo treatment.
These mass' most likely mean that I am stage 4...but the doctor says Im not terminal...I thought stage 4 was terminal...I dont even know what questions to ask...or what to think
Anyone got good advice about what I should do or ask???

2007-08-25 17:02:23 · 8 answers · asked by hezzy_9805 2 in Cancer

How does nutrition act as a risk and/or a protective factor for Type II Diabetes?

2007-08-25 16:58:50 · 14 answers · asked by youmemomo 2 in Diabetes

well i havent had sex...yet... but i had bumps on my hand....they were the same color as my skin but like underneath the skin.they were kind itchy...and then it spread to my toes once it cleared up on my hand...and now there are red "sores" on my genitalia (theyre also itchy).Does anyone know what could be happening and if i can help it?

2007-08-25 16:04:23 · 16 answers · asked by huijixd 1 in STDs

suggests that i go on med, but the problem is i go into hypoglycemia when i take meds even at very low dosage. Im trying to control with Diet and a little bit of exercise

2007-08-25 16:00:36 · 14 answers · asked by roopali b 3 in Diabetes