Diseases & Conditions - 10 September 2007

I'm 18, 5'11", 142 pounds and I'm a runner. My resting heart rate is around 52-68 and my blood pressure is anywhere from 140/70 to 160/80. My doctor said not to worry since my diastolic(?) is normal. It's not a matter of diet, exercise, or weight. What's causing this? I had some tests done and I have a large left ventrical. Apparantly thats nothing to worry about either..
Also, I get tunnel vision when I stand up, almost to the point where I pass out..I thought that would be more of a low bp sort of problem. Any advice would be much appreciated!

2007-09-10 16:14:51 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

I gave birth a week ago and developed shingles on my back shortly afterward. The area is small (maybe 3"x2"), I am not in much pain at all and the doctor at urgent care advised me to continue breastfeeding and stay off the antivirals if I am handling it OK. However, my sister had shingles a few years ago and dealt with postherpetic neuralgia for 2 years as a result. She is advising me to to take the antivirals to avoid any further pain/medication. Should I just allow the disease to heal and continue to breastfeed (which I really want to do), or should I take antivirals and pump to keep my milk flowing until the drugs are out of my system to help prevent any complications? I am afraid if I don't take anything and I develop this complication that I will have to take other medications and then refrain from breastfeeding while dealing with nerve pain. What is the likelihood of developing postherpetic neuralgia? I am 23 years old and in relatively good health.

2007-09-10 16:13:49 · 20 answers · asked by Jeanine 2 in Skin Conditions

Sometimes just for nothing I get mad. or when i get mad im so mad that I dont know what to do. Please help could this be a desease or im just going to crazy. I need to know because they told be that it could be caused by a desease that isnt curable. I need to know what wrong with me.

2007-09-10 16:09:29 · 10 answers · asked by aggie 1 in Other - Diseases

2007-09-10 16:09:04 · 3 answers · asked by aka 1 in Other - Diseases

:[ I need help

and Please don't give me stupid answers.

2007-09-10 16:08:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

I have had alergies since i was little! I am alergic to smoke, grass, pollen, dogs, cats, and dust! It annoys me and it seems like im sick all the time!

2007-09-10 15:56:32 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies

lets say you eat something sweet and then take some cinnamon capsules about a half hour after. how long would it take for the cinnamon to start working?

2007-09-10 15:51:25 · 5 answers · asked by aronschicc 1 in Diabetes

I really dont know how to turn to except my fellow friends in yahoo. Ok here...the million dollar question...

What is the aproxx cost of thyroid removal???

and what is the cost of the pills??

please my dad needs an answer!!!

2007-09-10 15:50:17 · 6 answers · asked by alex 2 in Cancer

I have been on antibiotics and the medication that turns your urine blue for 2 days now. I am having alright periods but also periods were I am in way to much pain. I'm drinking lots of water and cranberry juice also. What else can i do to relieve the pain?

2007-09-10 15:41:56 · 14 answers · asked by Sarah G 1 in Other - Diseases

I just started taking a herb to treat my underactive thyroid. Does anyone else have this same problem? What diet did you use to lose the extra weight?

2007-09-10 15:35:20 · 0 answers · asked by cris 2 in Other - Diseases

2007-09-10 15:27:33 · 13 answers · asked by tulip987654321 2 in Cancer

i found out the other day, its stage 4 and idk what to do to help her or my mom get through it

2007-09-10 15:23:18 · 9 answers · asked by tulip987654321 2 in Cancer

My mom was just diagnosed with Breast Cancer... its a small tumor, not sure if its spread yet. She has two options... either completly remove the breast, or remove the tumor and start 4-6 weeks of radiation. She doesnt kno wat to do. Looking for woman who have, or know someone who was in this situation and has had one of the procedures. Why did you choose it... and do you think it was the best option? Please help. Thank you!

2007-09-10 15:21:46 · 7 answers · asked by Erynn 2 in Cancer

I had an ekg done 4 my heart and my doc said everything is ok...but i get nauzia sumtimes, my heart races and feels weird, and burns is this from stress if my heart was checked and everything was ok im only 16

2007-09-10 15:09:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

2007-09-10 15:05:09 · 5 answers · asked by Little Freak 1 in Infectious Diseases

Yes, I know I need to see a doctor and I will book an appt. asap. Until then, I would like some knowledge. First of all, I am NOT overweight. I am 35, 5.10" and a very normal weight. I had a child in 1995 and was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I was told that later in life this could result in type II Diabetes. My "symptoms" are: I am having a very hard time controlling my blood sugar. I get so low at times that I come close to passing out. Other times I crave sugar as if if were the only food source on the planet. It seems like I cannot get enough sugar (I try NOT to indulge). I am thirsty ALL of the time. My b/f complains that when we buy groceries we only come out with beverages. I get up like 3-4 times a night to pee and my ankles are always swollen. I exercise fairly regularly, but I'm still always very very tired. I sleep a lot. My grandmother had a mild case, but no other relatives that I know of (she took some kind of pill).
Can anyone out there identify with me?

2007-09-10 14:54:52 · 12 answers · asked by getusedtoit 4 in Diabetes

2007-09-10 14:50:44 · 8 answers · asked by 2c35 1 in Other - Diseases

2007-09-10 14:47:39 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

I have huge breakouts on my face so I decided to use clean&clear acne cleanser with 2% salicylic acid. I've been using only aloe vera based products before. Since using clean anc clear 1 week ago, my face is extremely dry. The inner corners of my nose and area around mouth have become dark, dry, scaly, and thick compared to other parts of face. What should I do?

2007-09-10 14:43:49 · 7 answers · asked by Lynn 4 in Skin Conditions

Not in the best condition. But have my heart set on playing vollyball this season...

2007-09-10 14:34:48 · 8 answers · asked by sara d 2 in Respiratory Diseases

2007-09-10 14:21:27 · 29 answers · asked by mrkknntt 1 in Skin Conditions

metiforun
actos
tricor
glyberride
anti depressant (levaprin)
lipitor

2007-09-10 14:19:30 · 2 answers · asked by Tsunami 7 in Allergies

2007-09-10 14:16:04 · 5 answers · asked by Tudy 1 in Other - Diseases

I tested 177/112 today I know it's high but how concerned should I be if I feel fine?

2007-09-10 14:09:52 · 10 answers · asked by O&APest 2 in Heart Diseases

2007-09-10 14:06:49 · 2 answers · asked by Lola 2 in Skin Conditions

Anyone know of any home remedies for poison ivy? Someone recommened using facial astringent?

Thanks!

2007-09-10 13:52:24 · 139 answers · asked by ? 2 in Skin Conditions

My doctor told me to wait 6 months before I have another check up. Please help me what should I do?. Go for second opion. I am also scared to go?

2007-09-10 13:50:45 · 3 answers · asked by jake6969jake6969 1 in Cancer

Just wondering since I suffer from Crohn's.. It is always nice to be able to talk to others with IBD..

2007-09-10 13:04:09 · 8 answers · asked by harleigh_brat 4 in Other - Diseases

PLEASE i NEED ANSWERS! WHY WHEN MY OTHER DOCTOR SAID YES AND GAVE ME THE BLOOD RESULTS,BUT NEW DOCTOR SAYS NO! SHOULD I GET NEW DOCTOR OR ASK TO SEE A SPECIALIST?

2007-09-10 13:01:45 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

2007-09-10 12:45:21 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies