Diseases & Conditions - 31 August 2007

I just got a new puppy and my allergies became bad again. I really dont want to give her up. I took Claritin 24 hr but it took like 4 hrs to work. Is there anything that works faster? Thanks!

2007-08-31 06:31:15 · 2 answers · asked by 2016 1 in Allergies

2007-08-31 06:31:08 · 31 answers · asked by tamerisa k 1 in Diabetes

I tried several online oils and sprays, but after 30 days, I still have red itchy dots appearing for an hour here and there. I only THINK its scabies. Could it be something else?

2007-08-31 06:27:41 · 3 answers · asked by kenneth k 1 in Skin Conditions

2007-08-31 06:20:47 · 5 answers · asked by echo 4 in Allergies

is it safe to peel off the warts by yourself, by using over the counter medicines? if so, what medicines can you recommend? thanks...

2007-08-31 06:03:41 · 9 answers · asked by maia 2 in Skin Conditions

Is there any one who can for sure tell me that whether AIDS as a disease is more devastating than Malaria, Diarrhea and TB? I mean the disease that can take life in a large scale and in shortest possible time. If the answer is no then why the great nations and the world bodies are spending millions of dollars for a few and ignoring the greater risk to greater number of people specially the poorer countries where malnutrition is the major problem and to fight with Malaria, Diarrhea and TB is the order of the day. Should we not re-thinks about the allocation of fund?

2007-08-31 05:43:09 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

2007-08-31 05:40:47 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

My Husband had his blader removed through having cancer, we have to deal with his Urostomy and wonder if anyone in the same position has any tips please?

2007-08-31 05:35:11 · 4 answers · asked by doris 3 in Cancer

What could be the cause of this:

No symptoms other than a throbbing sensation in the throat - as if having swollowed your pulse.

2007-08-31 05:29:49 · 2 answers · asked by Alice Lockwood 4 in Other - Diseases

My brother has had a problem for a few years now, where he itches (especially when he gets out the shower), internally. It doesn't matter if he scratches, because the itching is internal. He takes certain medications and they only make the itching worse. I know how he feels, because when I was pregnant, I had the same thing. The doctors he's been to, don't seem to know what's causing it. He's tried benadryl and that doesn't help either. I'd appreciate any information I can get for him. Thanks.

2007-08-31 05:25:02 · 6 answers · asked by peaches6 7 in Skin Conditions

sometimes I feel really light headed and tired but other times i can just tell that im feeling cruddy so i'll drink juice (usually cranberry) and after that i'll be fine until later. But lately i've been drinking a lot of water and it seems like i just can't quench my thirst, anybody who's diabetic that wouldn't mind sharing there symptoms and how they knew they were diabetic would be nice.

2007-08-31 05:24:02 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Diabetes

i discoverd that i have a UTI yesterday afternoon...
i really dispise going to the doctors, but i found some zithromax at home...its an antibiodic.... can it possibly help clearing up my uti?

2007-08-31 05:22:37 · 16 answers · asked by someone 1 in Infectious Diseases

I was diagnosed w/ fructose malabsorption and have NEVER heard of it. I need some info. How does it affect you? I have pain in my side (intestinal) and some irregular bowels and also am fatigued a lot which they say could be related. Anyone have any info?? There's not a lot about it on the internet.

2007-08-31 05:22:20 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I have a friend that has been diagnosed with cancer. I don't know if it is testicular or prostate, but I do know it is elsewhere in his body know. Does anyone know the best treatment for this? Any breakthroughs? There is so much info out there that it is mind boggling! He lives out of the States but I think he thinking of coming over to the U.S. to get treatment. I haven't talked to him in a while and it is hit and miss message :( Help please.

2007-08-31 05:21:27 · 3 answers · asked by boodini2@sbcglobal.net 3 in Cancer

I woke up the next day and my left eye was swallon and my neck itches..could those be symptoms from being allergic to smoke? If not, what would be?

2007-08-31 05:14:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies

I've had stomach problems for a couple years now and started seeing a gastroentamologist. He said I have irritable bowel, but it has become so severe all the time that I can't handle it. I recently read an article on celiac disease that completely explains my symptoms, but I've had blood tests before and all came back normal.

I removed all things with gluten from my diet and have started to slowly feel better.

This may sound stupid, but all the blood tests I've had have been early in the morning before I ate anything. Could any traces of gluten be completely gone from my blood early in the morning? Help! I really want to get this figured out.

2007-08-31 05:13:03 · 4 answers · asked by lauriee.xo.33;; 2 in Other - Diseases

I recently found out my dad has oral cancer, but he never even smoked so how did he get this? He did smoke, didnt do any type of drug, didnt drink. I just dont understand it.

Also I need a really good picture of the oral cancer awareness ribbon if someone could give me that I'd really appreciate it

2007-08-31 05:09:35 · 6 answers · asked by Candy 2 in Cancer

2007-08-31 05:07:20 · 10 answers · asked by OCTAVIA B 1 in Cancer

My mom has been having pains in her side and lower abdomen...she hasn't been able to urinate and feels really nauseous. Could it be a kidney stone?

2007-08-31 05:04:39 · 13 answers · asked by iluvjacobsmith05 2 in Other - Diseases

2007-08-31 05:00:05 · 17 answers · asked by ginny 1 in Other - Diseases

About a month ago this stray cat came into my garden and my ma loves cats so she started feeding it. We noticed sticky pus- like stuff over it's eyes. My pregnant girlfriend comes to my regulary and cats are appartently dangerous to pregnant girls. So my mum rung the vet who told her stary cats who were from around farms or something like it carry the equivlent to the aids virus. Is is true cause it sounds like crap to me?

2007-08-31 04:42:48 · 28 answers · asked by alex0ve 1 in Other - Diseases

My doctor said it is a fat deposit and not to worry. However, lately, it's been causing shooting pain on occassion. Not all the time.

Is there a possibility it is cancer. It moves around, btw. And has not grown. I've had regular check-ups. Blood tests are normal, etc.

Never had a biopsy or ct scan, though.

Thanks. I'm freaking, btw.

2007-08-31 04:41:18 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

I have Hep C. Was sick 3 months before diag...Symptoms: Sores/Itchy...Blisters on feet...Fevers...Stomach and lower back aches...No yellow Skin..But yellow in eyes...Pale Stools...Last Night stools were Black...Some Blood In Stools...Sometimes fading out of reality/halucinating.... Doctor set me up with specialist to see ext month but seems i'm getting worse daily...with my symptoms....does anyone know whether there is a possibility that hope is lost? Anyone know on average a time basis here for someone who has all these symptoms? I wont be able to get treatment because of finances but my girlfriend and I have accepted this as to deal with it....just want to know what is going to happen and how soon...doctor wont give me details because is not a specialist...i cant afford to see the specialist so just need some insight here...Truthful answers will be greatly appretiated and God Bless. Thankyou

2007-08-31 04:22:47 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

I am thinking of buying this for my puffy undereyes:

http://www.shiseido.co.uk/index.php?home=true

My concern is, however, will it also HYDRATE the undereye area? I also want something that will hydrate...will this do so even if it is only a gel?

Thanks everyone

2007-08-31 04:21:35 · 4 answers · asked by Fluffy ♥ 4 in Skin Conditions

I've had trouble walking recently, get all wobbly and my left side feels funny.

When I phoned NHS direct the questioning was pointing towards me having a stroke but wouldn't I have tropuble when at rest?

Apart from shaking a bit due to anxiety I feel OK sitting down!

2007-08-31 04:16:54 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

First off - if you are a Dr. or know a Dr. in the specialty of Gastroenterology who is on the cutting edge of new treatments - please IM golden_autumn_dancer (on yahoo network). Please read on - Every time my mom eats (even bland foods like plain boiled chicken or babyfood veggies) she gets so much acid that she thows up violently or burps so louldly it is amazing in such a petite woman. Her stomache is litterally killing her. She was thin to begin with, but this is insane!
She has had her gallbladder removed (it was found to be 100% inactive) she has had mulitple scopes (done by local gastroentrologists), eaten the radioactive stuff, has had a metal rod with a camera down her throat all night long and has had a CT scan. She was also tested for H. Pylori (negative). The findings were slow motility and a tiny Hiatle Hernia. Both of which should have been able to be effectively treated with medications. The medications do not work; she is getting sicker! She has had this for 14 years.

2007-08-31 04:06:32 · 6 answers · asked by SweetiePie26 4 in Infectious Diseases

transfer it to her children?

2007-08-31 03:46:25 · 10 answers · asked by Sexysaint 2 in Cancer

ld microscope used and is that the ultimate tool to determine cancer and learn how to fight it off? The oncologist says they take stains.

2007-08-31 03:42:03 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

The girl who passed was my Goddaughter and just the sweetest kid in the world.Her mom is my best friend and I so desperately want to do something to help make this easier on them but I just don't know how.It's been 5 days since her death and since I have no kids of my own I just don't know what to do or say to help.Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

2007-08-31 03:34:48 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

I'm a 42 yr. old female. I am currently experiencing moderate butt pains. Some burning. I have had no changes in diet, no changes in bathroom (constipation or diarrhea), no blood in my stool. The discomfort is somewhat persistant although it doesn't interfere at all with sleeping.

I have used Prep H with not a lot of relief. I have taken Aleve but that doesn't seem to work either.

I have no troubles at using the restoom. I have increased my intake of fiber so, of course, I have extra gas.

I thought if it was hemorroids, that Prep H or Aleve would help.

Please, serious answers only. I really want to know.

2007-08-31 03:34:15 · 5 answers · asked by Rita 6 in Other - Diseases