Diseases & Conditions - 13 September 2007

a gurl friend of mine(actually she is my crush),told me about a problem and it really troubled me co'z I dont know how 2 help her..she's so beautiful and many guys seemed 2 b attracted 2 her,,until they discovered that she has a lot of strechmarks on her legs when 1 day she wore her mini short p.e. uniform,,now the boys who r attracted 2 her,used 2 criticize her & look at her as she have a wart on her nose..now she dropped her p.e. subject & was planning 2 transfer 2 other school where they use jogging pants as their physical education uniform..her strechmarks was killing her and she cries a lot about it..I'm so worried,what should I advice & tell her?could anyone answer her problem?what should she do to get away from her strechmarks?pls. help me,I don't want her to go to other school...

2007-09-13 23:48:38 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

She is going to get lab tests done but shes scared if she does have some its going to be expensive to get rid of. Is there a cheap way to get rid of it and where are the most common places it grows in. (oh she thinks shes getting it bc my nieces are getting allergies and mold is at its peak right now everywhere) thanks!

2007-09-13 22:39:22 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies

It has just turned Spring and sure enough my hayfever have come back? Is there any way to treat them naturally?

2007-09-13 22:22:50 · 3 answers · asked by bcooper_au 6 in Allergies

2007-09-13 21:59:46 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

What i mean - do they really think about what they are asking..
I am not talking about people who question lumps, biospies or like..
I am talking about those who Ask WHAT it is Like to have Cancer (like it is a fun day in the park) OR those who want to know what to do to Qualify to get cancer..

maybe i am being sensitive but i am finding there are some questions that make me think WHAT the??

Being the child of 2 parents who were diagnosed within a month of ea other is hard enough, and then to lose one parent in april this yr to the disease is another..
I ahve seen the impact it has had on both my parents (thro chemo and radio) and also them being told that there is NOTHING else they (the drs) can do..
I wonder do people really seriously think before placing fingers to keyboard and typing them..

2007-09-13 21:30:59 · 3 answers · asked by wantinganswer 2 in Cancer

2007-09-13 20:06:09 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Heart Diseases

Is there a specific time frame that you have to smoke for in order to "qualify" to get cancer??

2007-09-13 19:45:58 · 15 answers · asked by Massimo 2 in Cancer

2007-09-13 19:18:45 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I always wondered what vitamins are necessary for recovering from cuts and bruses because I need to know exactly what helps to even skin tone or prevent skin discolouring. In addition, I am wondering what vitamins helps promotes recovery for sports injuries, such as: sore muscles and ruptured tendans. I am serious please help?

2007-09-13 19:17:55 · 4 answers · asked by N.T. 3 in Skin Conditions

I've been sick since the week of the 13th in August. I've visited the doctor twice since then, and she's prescribed me with medicines for a sinus infection both times. She gave me amoxicillin the first time and something like azythromax a few days ago. I've been taking the medicine for 3 days so far out of the 5 I'm supposed to, and my sinus symptoms have completely went away, but the sore throat that was barely existant before is now UNBEARABLE. My glands are so swallen that you can see them in my throat through my skin. I feel like my face is pushing on my ears, and my ears have been ringing for the past few days and my ear canal feels like it's swelling shut. I've drugged myself up on everything possible, from Tylenol PM to Motrin to Brometane, and NOTHING has made me feel the least bit better. I've been doing the obvious things like eating popsicles all the time and drinking tea but they only provide SLIGHT relief and ONLY when I'm eating or drinking it.Should I go to the hospital?

2007-09-13 19:17:08 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

To by honest, i never washed my face with cleanser or anyting.
yeah, i know it's bad.
and now im paying for it by getting these pimples and i really don't know what to do.
I have NO idea what all these products do and what i need and if there's an order in washing my face.
so PLESEEE help me here.

Can you help me with:
1] what is really the best when it comes to cleaning your face
2] what do i need?
3] is there suppose to be an order to what product i use first when i wash my face?
4] any tips for better, healthy looking skin?

I know that these are alot of questions, but I hope someone knows the answers because Iam really lost and I don't want pimples/acne and oil skin/dry skin.

Any little bit of advice helps!

2007-09-13 19:10:07 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

For the last 2 years I have had these flare ups of small blisters on my hands that itch like crazy. They seemed to stay in the same general area at first (index fingers) but have been spreading slowly. I noticed this summer when I swam in a chlorinated pool they went away for a while. What do I have and how do I treat it?

2007-09-13 19:05:58 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

and i reallllllllllly hate it. i always wash my face, or i try to and i wear foundation but there's no way i'm going to change that cause thats the perfect one for me lol. but still, i need help. i want something cheap but that works really good. i used procative but its not that good :\ please help me.

2007-09-13 18:56:50 · 5 answers · asked by Sarah 2 in Skin Conditions

Can hernias float around in the abdominal area? Or do they stay in one set place? also, are they known to cause EXCESSIVE abdominal swelling?

2007-09-13 18:19:25 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I need something strong but natural to stop my sugar cravings. If something has worked for you please tell me. HELP PLEASE. thanks

2007-09-13 18:19:03 · 12 answers · asked by aronschicc 1 in Diabetes

How much do you think it will cost?

How much does it cost for surgery?

Do you think the cure will take affect within 1 to 5 days and be cured?

2007-09-13 18:17:11 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

i have really high blood pressure...today i took it and it came up at 153 i have history on blood presure from my dads side....now whe i get really upset and nervous i get really bad adrenaline and alot o f blood pumps though my body..... could this be dangerous? somtimes i tend to act violent because of how much blood is pumping...at leat that is what it feels like...... i know that i could lower my blood pressure by relaxing and being more calm about stuff...... what would reduce this....would meditation or yoga help at all?

2007-09-13 18:13:47 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I'm getting new insulin pump soon. I have selected the Minimed Paradigm 722. This pump will best suit my lifestyle. I'm also getting the CGM (continuous glucose monitoring) that is an option for the 722.

Any other users out there? What do you think of the 722? I have done my research and this pump will just be the best one for me.

My current (first and so far, only) pump is an 8 year old Minimed 508 that, while it works okay, is due for replacement. The warranty is long gone and it does have a couple of problems (does not hold memory when changing batteries, does not hold power as long as it used to, buttons are hard to push...it's just wearing out).

In the event that my insurance will not cover the CGM, I will get the glucose meter that goes with that pump so the results can be transmitted to the pump for more accurate dosing).

I'd like some opinions. Even if you use another pump brand, I'd like to hear about experiences with them...good or bad.

EMT

2007-09-13 18:13:31 · 2 answers · asked by emt_me911 7 in Diabetes

I'm a 19 y/o male who has been feeling sick since mid august of this year. The symptoms were sudden, one day I was fine and the next I felt like I had some kind of flu. However, I did not have a fever or chills like a normal flu or cold. These are the symptoms I've had for the last 4 weeks.
Fatigue
Sinus Pressure
Forehead Pressure
Lightheaded feeling while moving
Blood Rushes to head while moving or getting up.

I've had several tests done for Mono, Diabetes, Lyme Disease , A CT Scan for Sinus Infection an MRI and MRA, Thyroid and B diffecieny tests. As well as an allergy specialist. Everything has come up clean and I still have these symptoms. Sometimes they are really bad othertimes they seem to fade away. I'm not ruling out allergies, although I typically have no allergies what so ever. The only other symptom I've had is neck pain. I've gone to a chiropracter for several weeks and now the pain is gone, but my other symptoms remain. If anyone has any ideas what this is please help

2007-09-13 17:51:39 · 8 answers · asked by Dude56177 1 in Other - Diseases

Lastnight, I used a microcurrent electrical therapy (MET) device that attached to the earlobes... for 30 minutes. It is powered by a 9 volt battery. (MET on the ear lobes allegedly helps with insomnia, depression and anxiety.) Today, I have very slight numbness on my nose, ears, chin and cheeks. What would cause this? Could it be nerve damage? I was using it for insomnia (not depression or anxiety.... I don't have any depression or anxiety issues. )

2007-09-13 17:27:22 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2007-09-13 17:06:22 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

i went to the doc. and they said i have white blood cells in my pee

2007-09-13 16:52:55 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

I had a BandAid brand bandage on my leg, normally I don't use BandAid brand because I like other brands better. Anyway, it hurt REALLY bad while the bandage was on, I figured it was the sore I was covering, but when I took the BandAid off there were little blisters (most were broken) around where the edges of the BandAid were, the center of where the sticky part was is fine, but you can literaly see the outline of the BandAid. it was red and raw-looking kinda. It was red and puffy and hurt really, really bad against my pants. Other brands of badages have never done this to me. Any idea what it could be? (Other than latex allergy, I'm already looking into that) Maybe something in the adhesive?

Thanks!

2007-09-13 16:41:21 · 11 answers · asked by JMD 1 in Allergies

I have persistent, but not terrible or cystic acne, I've tried everything, but now i'm getting resistant to my antibiotics,...I've just started using topical antibiotics...but am always dehydrated...Can you tell me if water plays a big role in curing acne? If so, how? Especially tell me if you've had the same experience.

2007-09-13 16:03:46 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

how do u know u have cervic's cancer? or overian

2007-09-13 16:01:49 · 7 answers · asked by kate c 1 in Cancer

my 13 month old daughter breaks out in hives all over her body whenever she eats ketchup. Today she drank cranberry juice earlier and milk with strawberry syrup in it. I don't know which one it is or if it is both, but she broke out everywhere. She also breaks out when she drinks cherry koolaid. What could be in all of this stuff to make her alergic to it. like maybe red dye?? any info would be great. Oh and also italian dressing she breaks out as well.

2007-09-13 15:55:24 · 4 answers · asked by STACY M 2 in Allergies

Someone told me a few years back on a medical messageboard that if you put 2 cups of epsom salt in a warm bath and soak in it for half an hour your body acne will go away. I was wondering if anyone has ever tried it and did it work?

2007-09-13 15:52:05 · 4 answers · asked by christigmc 5 in Skin Conditions

2007-09-13 15:47:53 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

Oygen contained in the blood before reaching the lungs.

2007-09-13 15:19:07 · 3 answers · asked by Wendz 1 in Respiratory Diseases

I WANT TO TAKE TREATMENT AT DR SHAHID SHAMSHER CLINIC, I WANT TO KNOW HOW GOOD OR BAD IS IT?

2007-09-13 15:14:59 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases