Diseases & Conditions - 13 December 2007

I've been experiencing muscle twitching everywhere the last couple of months.

Already been to the dr and I don't have any other symptoms for nasty diseases like ALS or MS. Just benign twitches and my dr said they are very common - probably stress.

I've never heard anybody mention being a 'twitcher' so I'm curious - any others out there?

2007-12-13 07:14:47 · 2 answers · asked by nite_angelica 7 in Other - Diseases

Does anyone know anything about SVT? I know quite a bit but would like to hear what other people have to say. Doctors told me I had it last October when my heart randomly went about 210 beats/minute. Any information could be helpful =)

Serious answers only please.

2007-12-13 07:10:28 · 3 answers · asked by OfficerBacon 4 in Heart Diseases

I had my thyroid removed about 10 years ago due to Grave's disease and now I'm on .175 mg of levothyroxine daily. I ran out of prescriptions, and my pharmacy has been trying in vain for over week to get ahold of my doctor. I asked if I could have some in the meantime, and they gave me three pills. Those are gone now, and they said they can't give me anymore until they have a prescription. So now we're on day 10 and I'm getting really nervous.

I am sleeping about 15 hours a day, falling asleep pretty much every time I sit down. I'm feeling extremely down in the dumps for no reason. Can't seem to get myself in a good or motivated mood. I just feel like I'm going through the motions every day, like I'm not even here.

I'm getting myself worked up because I know I can die without thyroid hormone in my body, and I'm so upset that no one will give me the medication I need. Am I blowing this out of proportion? Am I going to be alright?

2007-12-13 07:04:23 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

2007-12-13 06:43:58 · 3 answers · asked by denise77706 1 in Allergies

I have active adult chicken pox and have had this tingling for 3 days now since the blisters have shown up. I do NOT have shingles. I know shingles are more likely to cause tingling sensations, but do chicken pox as well? How long with the tingling last? Thank you.

2007-12-13 06:27:49 · 1 answers · asked by sheri 1 in Infectious Diseases

I have a really good friend and she has just given birth and is really tired, i want her to enjoy nice relaxing bubble baths BUT because she has sensitive skin "down there" (thrush) she cant use bubble baths and stuff as they irritate her... does anyone know where I can buy stuff that is proven to not irritate? I want to buy a helpful Xmas gift

2007-12-13 05:50:44 · 5 answers · asked by jones_linz 3 in Skin Conditions

ok so here is my story... for the past 3 months, my friends and myself noticed flakes (dandruff?) around my mouth.

i was told to put some cream on it and unfortunately i used dove cream which i discovered i was allergic to it when my mouth turned red hours later.

it's been two weeks now, and i've still got the redness and LOADS of flakes around my mouth.

i was told not to use vaseline because it'll only trap the germs and make things worse.

so i have 2 questions:
- Does aqueous cream do the same as vaseline?
- Should i use aqueous cream to help my rash?

please help :(

Thanks!

2007-12-13 05:40:11 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

My sister in law contracted Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus and was treated with antibiotics. Is she still contagious? I am not trying to be a germophobe, but I have a 9 month old in the house and I've read all sorts of scary things about babies contracting Staph and it killing them within days. She was treated several months ago and the infection "went away" but I am still curious if she is a carrier.

2007-12-13 05:38:34 · 10 answers · asked by Iris 2 in Infectious Diseases

i have a very unsightly scar on my leg which i done when i was younger i think i may have needed stictches but i didnt think at the time, and now it looks kinda like a burn scar,
how do i reduce the appearance?
any natural solutions?

2007-12-13 05:31:08 · 13 answers · asked by BB 2 in Skin Conditions

I'm curious what people think about HIV. It's funny how the US seems to want to make it look like HIV is spreading throughout the US and across the nation. There are books written by doctors stating that HIV is a HOAX. When the doctors believe that someone is HIV positive they automatically want to prescribe meds to them. Do you think this is because they want a commission from the prescriptions they write? I have known several people where the doctors say "YOU HAVE HIV" but they have refused to take meds and there fine. So why would this be? So what do you think? Do you think it's a crock?

2007-12-13 05:28:26 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in STDs

Hello, I have family in Puerto Rico & I go there alot. I also have a 2 year old son that gets bit alot. I was wondering if dengue fever is curable?? I mean I know its a virus & viruses live in us forever right? But I mean is it permanent like HIV or is it like the flu virus where it goes away?? Also Do they the have Dengue Hemorrhagic fever strain in PR?? If so, is this curable or treatable also? & if it is treatable: again I mean does it go away completely? Thank you. I will choose 10 points.

2007-12-13 05:24:18 · 3 answers · asked by Bebe 6 in Infectious Diseases

It is certainly a miracle drug. I have used it once at the emergency room for treatment of heat stroke. My heart was racing and it helped me relax and recuperate from my attack. I know I have read that there is abuse, but for those who truly need it for their illnesses, it is wonderful.

2007-12-13 05:10:38 · 21 answers · asked by Paulus 6 in Other - Diseases

2007-12-13 04:48:50 · 26 answers · asked by Kizzeith 1 in Skin Conditions

my number was at 114. My speach is not normal, kinda weak. Is this common or should I be worried about cancer. I have a scan on my throat tomorrow. I was hoarse but that is gone. Voice is weak.

2007-12-13 04:23:29 · 5 answers · asked by c_green1961 1 in Other - Diseases

but doc say i could die or lose patrs why??

2007-12-13 04:21:14 · 21 answers · asked by tweetylove_0101 2 in Diabetes

I noticed a few weeks ago that I had a cluster of three bites that swelled like puffy mesquito bites two different spots on my body. After a couple of days they turned red and flat. I went weeks with no bites. Then yesterday I slept on the couch and my stomach and back were attacked. I have five on my somach and six on my side and maybe a couple on my back. My children havent had any until that night. My son slept on the couch wth me and has two on his tummy. My dog doesnt show any signs of fleas. He is a fawn colored pug and fleas would be easy to see on him. I flipped my matress to look for bugs in all the beds and there is nothing. I looked in the seams and nothing there either. I am shampooing my dog to be safe. I am freaking out because I dont know the problem. What are these bites??

2007-12-13 04:17:13 · 3 answers · asked by galbee 3 in Skin Conditions

It seems logical to me that infections would travel more easily from guys to girls when girls give guys oral sex, but I can't find anything about this on the Internet.

2007-12-13 04:07:08 · 29 answers · asked by Bonobo 2 in STDs

2007-12-13 03:55:19 · 11 answers · asked by poopsie 1 in Cancer

1ST stress and scan test
Findings: subtle perfusion defect on stress imaging involving the mid to apical inferior wall which improves on rest imaging. there is subtle mild hypokinesis of the apical portion of the inferior wall. the remainder of the wall motion is within normal limits. ejection fraction is greater than 55%. no persistent pcrfusion defects to suggest old infarct or scar.
IMPRESSION: 1. Mild ischemia involving the mid to apical portion of the inferior wall. 2. no fixed perfusion defects to suggcat old infaret or scar. 3. mild hypokinosis of the apical portion of the inferior wall, the remainder of the wall motion is within normal limits. the ejection fraction is greater than 55%.

2ND TEST
CORONARY ANGIOGRAPHY HEMODYNAMIC DATE
HEART IS NORMAL: LEFT MAIN CORONARY: NORMAL, LEFT ANTERIOR DESCENDING: NORMAL, LEFT CIRCUMFLEX: NORMAL, RIGHT CORONARY ARTERY: NORMAL, COLLATERAL CIRCULATION: NONE.
DID THE TEST CAUSED ?
WANT TEST IS FALSE ?
I DID I HAVE TO GET THE 2ND TEST

2007-12-13 03:27:01 · 3 answers · asked by R.W. Photography 1 in Heart Diseases

Can someone explain the symptoms and is it painful in legs? like a heavy achy feeling? And what can they do for it?

2007-12-13 03:13:22 · 3 answers · asked by lilmouseketeer 2 in Other - Diseases

Can doctors determine what strain/type of HPV men have?

2007-12-13 02:48:20 · 2 answers · asked by jclayato 4 in STDs

...because I have heard stories about a glove "tearing" and infectious fluids came in contact with a cut or scrape leaving the caregiver infected. I am a nursing assistant with a family and I don't think I could ever forgive myself if I somehow contracted AIDS. I am working on another career choice that would put me doing more paper work, less patient care. Any suggestions on how I can maybe change my thinking on this?

2007-12-13 02:25:47 · 7 answers · asked by Y!A P0int5 Wh0r3 5 in Infectious Diseases

my greatgranson has this it some thing to do with his mobility

2007-12-13 02:22:05 · 6 answers · asked by scotslass 1 in Other - Diseases

I'm going to get a meninjitis vaccination right now but I already had gotten it in 2001. I am 15 years old right now, is it safe? Should I not get it? PLEASE ANSWER QUICKLY.

2007-12-13 02:19:35 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

So this guy i know is getting his legs cut off, and i want to help him with his dealio. Seriously, does anybody know any treatment, *besides going to the doctor* maybe organic or home-treatment. please help me!!!!

2007-12-13 02:16:25 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

2007-12-13 02:14:57 · 8 answers · asked by connie W 1 in Infectious Diseases

A runny nose or something? I mean come on people say hey your being an idiot if you believe you can get sick that way - I say chances are you can get sick, common cold or something. Because it doesn't make any sense as to why you would go outside with something wet on when it's cold, COME ON PEOPLE THAT CAN'T BE HEALTHY! So, my question is what can happen - I mean it has to effect your immune system in some way, right?

2007-12-13 02:13:16 · 7 answers · asked by hotkitty 1 in Infectious Diseases

its for a project

2007-12-13 02:02:46 · 11 answers · asked by Kenny M 1 in Heart Diseases

I've tried so many different home remedies and now I turn to you for some more professional assistance.
It started when my brother thought he would be cool and give me a Dirty Sanchez. Even after I got rid of the horrible smell I was still plagued with this bad itching feeling inside my nose and my upper lungs. Do you think I inhaled his poop?

2007-12-13 01:55:36 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Allergies

my husband has temporal lobe epilepsey (complex partial seizures) and it seems like his seizures come in rashes, and the other day one was so bad he said he was hearing a heartbeat, and was smelling bad things. Is there a way other than medication He can avoid having them?

2007-12-13 01:50:28 · 2 answers · asked by mommy B 2 in Other - Diseases