Infectious Diseases - August 2006

2006-08-12 21:36:52 · 2 answers · asked by Namitha M 1

My 74 year old father (who is probably more healthy than I am) was recently diagnosed with HCV. I understand the disease was only first defined in 1994. My father had a galbladder surgery about 45 years ago and another surgery to remove a malignant melanoma about 25 years ago. Other than those two situations, he has had no seriously invasive procedures until a hip replacement just 4 months ago. He has little or no liver function issues at this time (based on blood work and an ultrasound of the liver - no biopsy was performed).
So, could HCV have been transmitted during the surgeries over two decades ago and sat dormant without any signs until recently? Or, what are the other most probably methods of transmission that may have occurred more frequently that may not have required in-hospital procedures / blood transfusion? His doctor explained that heterosexual sex is very low on the list and his wife is not infected.

2006-08-12 16:33:20 · 2 answers · asked by Tammie R 2

2006-08-12 10:51:48 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Curious

2006-08-12 10:31:24 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I had a blood test a month ago and it said i was immune but i never had em, my kids have had them more than once each ( catching them from each other )
I got a rash this week and ignored it cos i was told i was immune ( even though I have been in contact with a child with chickenpox) but now i have been sent home with chickenpox from the kids ward where I work

2006-08-12 10:26:18 · 15 answers · asked by snoopyfanno1 2

2006-08-12 09:39:58 · 25 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-12 09:30:35 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

Local swimming pool in New York City.

2006-08-12 09:20:41 · 19 answers · asked by realquietcool 2

2006-08-12 08:55:06 · 8 answers · asked by kits 1

2006-08-12 08:53:00 · 6 answers · asked by kits 1

2006-08-12 06:56:21 · 18 answers · asked by ? 2

I take warfarin so have to be careful about medication for it. This is the first time i have had a cold sore while on warfarin.
What can I take now?

2006-08-12 06:03:54 · 26 answers · asked by sharon44893 1

What is the mortality rate for a 21 year old with a staph infection in the bloodstream. (Contracted initially 3 years ago in the arm from a very large {illegal} tatoo.) She's already been having problems with bronchial cough off and on for a year. She keeps her skin clean, and when there is a small "flare up" of infection on the skin, she's pretty aggressive about keeping it clean with rubbing alcohol.

I didn't know this was so serious. Please help with any info.
Graciousness.

2006-08-12 04:33:34 · 6 answers · asked by cricketsline 1

2006-08-12 01:24:28 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-11 23:55:46 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-11 23:52:45 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

it was meant to be the biggest killer since smallpox.it had alot of press coverage .where did it go?

2006-08-11 21:31:42 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

Mr. Babubhai Thakkar has written to Hon. President of India , Hon. Chief Minister of Gujarat, Hon. Chief Miniter of Andhra Pradesh and all other concern authorities Including Gujarat State AIDS Control Society. The correspondence is on it's web. The reply to GSACS with all refrence proves....Hon. President Of India confirms all disease curable with Naturopathy , means AIDS is Also curable. Mr. Babubhai has offered justification of the Document published by Department Of Health GOI with permission of Hon. President Of India . It looks that what goverment has to justify , babubhai is justifying.

You go through it and give your comments.

Babubhai Thakkar

2006-08-11 20:59:03 · 9 answers · asked by nileshdadu 1

The only insurance I have is Medi-cal. The county is aware of test result, but would much, MUCH rather be treated at a local hospital or a private Doctor who specializes in infectious diseases. I dislike the way Santa Clara County T.B. Clinic(Health Dept.) handles positive T.B. patients. My T.B. is not active(meaning my white blood cells have encased the virus, or contained it -so to speak. Chest x-rays are negative. But the County is so overloaded with work, that it would take forever to be treated. It took them over 3 months just to get my chest x-ray taken. I would like trhis handled in a proffessional, timely manner. Knowing that any one infected with the T.B. virus has a greater chance of developing full-blown active T.B. within the first 2 years of initial infections. I know further treatment should be done, but I want a good Doctor or a hospital like Good Samaritan to complete my treatment. Like I stated before: I have Medi-Cal insurance. I'm having difficulty finding provider.

2006-08-11 20:53:44 · 2 answers · asked by Ricky Man 1

and why do i have a burning sensation between my vaqgina and my anus? what does taht signify?

2006-08-11 19:53:00 · 1 answers · asked by playboyleroy2002 1

2006-08-11 19:24:31 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

do you think that it would be wrong to make a site where ppl would have the option to put their AIDS/HIV status on?
perhaps by using a user id, and then a first name, just so to test to see what would be the outcome?
is there such a site?
i am asking because in my town there is a girl who is infected and has knowingly slept with aprox. 25-30 men, and it scares me,

2006-08-11 19:21:57 · 5 answers · asked by Dawn C 5

is there a place for ppl W/AID/HIV to register to tell others that they are infected?
should there be one implemented?
would it be a wise thing to do?

2006-08-11 18:54:52 · 4 answers · asked by Dawn C 5

we took her to the emergency room they said she had a viral infection because she had blisters and lesions in her mouth then we took her back to the doctor and they said she hss herpes in her mouth is anyone familiar with this type of condition help please.........

2006-08-11 15:09:48 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

slim s is a disease of the mind and mouth have you heard of it.

2006-08-11 15:00:22 · 2 answers · asked by marym 1

When I was 15 months old I was diagnosed with spinal meningitis and I was in a coma for 2 weeks. I was just wondering if there are any long term effects from it and what if any are they? I can't concentrate sometimes or comprehend things and it effects the jobs that I really want because I know in the long run I will be good at them but when I first start, it takes me a while to get the hang of it and no one wants to be bothered with the extra time it takes for me. I get dizzy and sometimes feel nausious. I get sinus headaches alot too but I don't think they are related. Can someone please fill me in a little because I am searching for answers and keep finding dead ends? Thanks!

2006-08-11 12:45:34 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

or is it different please no jokes i want to be safe and i dont know. is it the same virus and if so what can you do about it.

2006-08-11 12:44:11 · 20 answers · asked by darrenfanelli 3

2006-08-11 11:50:15 · 9 answers · asked by CMD 1

My family and I were recently visiting DC and found the area around the reflection pond utterly discusting. littered with geese and duck droppings everywhere........ It would seem that this will become a breeding ground for the bird flu..........

2006-08-11 08:54:13 · 6 answers · asked by bpennett48 1

like what ??? thank you

2006-08-11 08:33:03 · 9 answers · asked by Vanessa W 2