Diseases & Conditions - 20 December 2007

How effective condoms really are against HIV. I read a research the other day that indicated they are only 80% effective. Against a disease like HIV I think 80% is not good enough.

2007-12-20 05:42:37 · 3 answers · asked by metallica rocks 1 in Infectious Diseases

For the past three weeks or so, I have had a really painful heel. There is a pea sized, slightly red spot on the back and there is a hard area all around it which hurts when pushed.

It's not just hard skin - I have tried treatments for that - and I'd like to know what it is as it hurts! And if anyone knows, what can I do to help it?

I've looked up a few things, like plantar fasciitis, and it doesn't seem to have the right symptoms. Please help!

2007-12-20 05:39:48 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

Im british, and ive never heard of it before... is their like a british name for it?

2007-12-20 05:29:57 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Infectious Diseases

I get red bruises (bright red/maroon as they fade) from pressure as slight as clothing. If I wear a sweater with a thick weave, I'll have the pattern on my back.If I lay on a raised pillow case, I'll have the stitching on my face!
These marks disappear within one to two days, but are caused daily by my bra and clothes worn during the day.

I have had a blood workup by my G.P. for anemia and clotting disorders, all with negative results. The bruises are like large petechiae, but they have been ruled out as well. Any ideas?

2007-12-20 05:21:36 · 5 answers · asked by annabellleigh3 4 in Skin Conditions

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism yesterday and prescribed Synthroid. I am relieved that the diagnosis will be the answer to many of my problems. How soon has anyone seen results with problems like hair loss, fatigue and weight gain after starting on Synthroid?

2007-12-20 05:21:13 · 5 answers · asked by meld 1 in Other - Diseases

I live in an extremely dry climate and am finding that nothing I do seems to help. I run my humidifier constantly but am always in need of lotion. My hair has become dry and brittle. Help!!!

2007-12-20 04:51:02 · 3 answers · asked by HelloKitty 1 in Skin Conditions

i haven't been able to gain weight for like a year. i feel sick all the time. Normally i weigh around 130 or 135 but for over a year i have weighed 105 to 107 pounds. I feel dizzy alot. I eat more food now than what i did before. If i don't eat i feel really sick. I have been getting bruises easy. What could be wrong with me and what should i do?

2007-12-20 04:23:22 · 6 answers · asked by Nichole T 1 in Diabetes

Listen i'm getting nervous about heart attacks or stroke and stuff, I weight about 296, and i'm 17 years old, and i'm 5"9, if anyone can tell me how it feels to have a heart attack please tell me, so it can get motivation so i don't get it. plus how do i prevent from getting it, and never get it, please help, and please if u had experince please share.

2007-12-20 04:18:06 · 3 answers · asked by Big Chops 1 in Heart Diseases

Not a big deal, I'm not worried but they'd told her to be careful about too much contact with people. Just wondering what the risk of it actually harming anyone else is? Is it just a precaution?

2007-12-20 04:17:51 · 7 answers · asked by QuestionGuy2004 3 in Cancer

2007-12-20 04:16:17 · 9 answers · asked by Dunia 1 in Diabetes

what are dry sockets; what am i suppose to do. IT hurts the pain is like all over my bones......

i'm scared............

2007-12-20 04:06:32 · 4 answers · asked by choco 2 in Other - Diseases

I think that I have damaged my kidneys by consuming excessive amounts of protein, I have clicking joints which is a sign of kidney problems (for reasons which I do not know).
Do kidneys heal themselves if i was to reduce my protein intake? Are there anyways inwhich I could change my diet (ie. including certain foods) to promote healthy kidneys? How long before I start seeing results?

Thanks

2007-12-20 03:59:42 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

My father has worked for a trucking company for a few years now and has always carried helth insurence through the company. Last week they descovered that he has life threating cancer and time could be rather short. if he is made unable to work because of this cancer will the company still have to continue to offer or pay health insurence? we are not a rich family and these treatments can become very expensive.

2007-12-20 03:55:29 · 5 answers · asked by loren_majors 1 in Cancer

Public health officials justified her incarceration by stating that theyre protecting the others' health, but what about her right? any other reasons why she shouldntve been quarantined?

2007-12-20 03:42:56 · 3 answers · asked by yeeaahhbuddy 2 in Infectious Diseases

Does that mean that I am lacking iron? Sometimes I feel faint but other than that I feel fine.

2007-12-20 03:34:42 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions

I had my gallbladder out 2 years ago i am not diabetic but i do suffer from ibs (irritable bowel syndrome i'm confused about this as my doctor sent me a letter saying I suffer from a medical condition which puts me at risk of flu ?

2007-12-20 03:28:20 · 4 answers · asked by thunderchild67 4 in Other - Diseases

I am 30 years old and I have never been officaliy diagnosed with any learning problem. But I was never a good student and now I have noticed I have trouble writing things down accurtatly. Could there be something wrong with me

2007-12-20 03:10:27 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

I have a 2 y/o and I don't have time to "take care" of myself. I read about oatmeal baths, milk compresses, etc. The only thing that I can do is apply aloe because she keeps me so busy. I'm having such a hard time taking care of her and I'm looking for some easy, quick, and fast remedies. I feel like I'm going to pass out and "get sick." Somebody please help me. :(

2007-12-20 03:08:55 · 2 answers · asked by sweet baby girl 1 in Skin Conditions

for insulin depend type one diabetic

2007-12-20 03:04:03 · 8 answers · asked by tom s 1 in Diabetes

It has been 7 years since I first got it.

2007-12-20 03:00:24 · 4 answers · asked by brunda 1 in Cancer

I got food poisoning on Sunday and today is Thursday...
It gets better and then im throwing up and on the toilet again ALL NIGHT LONG.. i have horrible cramps bcuz i also happened to get my period yesterday..
Everything I eat I either vomit or get diarrhea..
I've been taking INF#1 bacteria killers that seem to help during the day but at night it is a nightmare..
i feel nautious. i feel weak. I've eaten 1 meal a day around 7 pm and then i don't sleep at night..
I don't have insurance and i don't know what to do..
Please help with any advice..
Anyone been through this and can direct me on what to do?
Thank you so so much..
:(

2007-12-20 02:58:43 · 4 answers · asked by Peace&Love 2 in Other - Diseases

Also, she did not have intercourse with anybody else. STD check to prove that.

2007-12-20 02:42:12 · 8 answers · asked by jonny_is_famous 1 in STDs

2007-12-20 02:35:28 · 3 answers · asked by secret99 1 in Infectious Diseases

I have been suffering from constant nightmares from the age of 5. Every morning remember at least one nightmare - Im exhausted most of the time and certainly don't look forward to sleeping. I have tried meditation and yoga, but still have the nightmares. I have tried wearing myself out with strenuous physical effort throughout the day to no avail. I don't eat a few hours before I sleep and live alone. The only respite I seem to have from nightmares are when I take sleeping pills (very rarely). Does anyone have ANY suggestions - any meds ( benzos, SSS1 etc ) that you have taken that seem to dissapate nightmares?

2007-12-20 02:15:28 · 6 answers · asked by momentary997 2 in Other - Diseases

I recently had a liver ultrasound done and it said there was no lesion or focal lesion present.. I remember my friend from med school telling me that a lesion present means it's a tumor...is that what the word "lesion" stands for?

2007-12-20 02:09:19 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cancer

not being rascist but do black and asian people have less chance of getting skin cancer than white people

2007-12-20 02:09:08 · 1 answers · asked by Patrick-The Man.Utd Fan 5 in Cancer

can people list some signs?

2007-12-20 02:07:57 · 11 answers · asked by Robert 1 in Diabetes

a man with 60y has infective endocorditis(streptocoocus viridanse) treated with vancomycin for 2months and symptoms back again the doctor tell me that new TEE show 4 vegetation on mitral valve but wbc count is 6000 so he suggested that its an old infection and itsnt endocorditis.(all symptoms found)
Is that tru?if isnt sould i have a surgery?

2007-12-20 02:00:46 · 3 answers · asked by bebo 1 in Heart Diseases

The last 3 weeks. I try to fall asleep but my calves feel like I need to stretch. It is awful I have the feeling in them to stretch and I keep stretching them but nothing helps. It has cost me and my boyfriend countless hours of sleep. Ive tried Restless Legs, Bengay, and even Sleeping Pills. I have no insurance coverage. Do I have a vitamin or mineral problem? If so what am I lacking? Please someone help I need to sleep again.

2007-12-20 01:56:39 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Diseases

Any ideas?

2007-12-20 01:48:45 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Skin Conditions