Other - Diseases - August 2006

I went to the doctor because I was short of breath and had tightness in my chest. I was diagnosed with GERDS but they also did bloodwork on me and said that my platelets were low. Platelet count was 34. I also have a very severe bladder and kidney infection. I already have Spina Bifida and have since birth but don't think that has anything to do with it. The doctor said that this probably meant that I had something viral. I was but on Levaquin for the bladder/kidney infection and during this time I began feeling dizzy, light-headed, and very shaky with a slight headache. I stopped the medacine and I feel alot better but not back to normal. I am just worried about my platelet count though because I got on the internet to see what could cause that and according to what I understand on some websites, a cause could be Luekeimia. This just really freaks me out Could it really be this bad? Am I overreacting? Please help!

2006-08-16 11:40:25 · 10 answers · asked by godale01 1

I'm doing great on Enbrel with methx but Dr wants me to skip a week since I have shingles. I am worried I will go into a flare if I miss my weekly shot. Has anyone had to miss a shot and how did it go? Thanks for any info. Pat

2006-08-16 11:10:40 · 2 answers · asked by pat 1

I am referring to ringworm fungal rash on human skin (as opposed to on animals.)

2006-08-16 10:53:22 · 8 answers · asked by bumwiz 2

Was trying to get life insurance but was told my cholesterol was a little high and my application was put on hold. How do you dramatically lower your cholesterol.....and no stupid eat some Cheerios advice. LOL.

2006-08-16 10:43:07 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

i live in chicago and i have my own pool i'm always outside when its night time like at 10 or 11 how can i prevent from not getting west nile virus.....

2006-08-16 10:40:23 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

a cousin of mines has a nose polyp, she is addicted to cocaine and i know she snorts it up her nose could that be the cause of it?

2006-08-16 10:34:52 · 3 answers · asked by stephanierichar 1

2006-08-16 09:24:35 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

it's a health question,I'm having alot of weight gain and night sweats

2006-08-16 08:53:56 · 6 answers · asked by mockingbird 1

•1 in 3 Americans will get cancer?
•1 in 3 Americans are on an antidepressant?
•1 in 6 Americans are diabetic?
•The #4 cause of death in America is prescription drugs?
•70% of all Americans have or will have osteoarthritis?
•Over half the men in any given room will have a problem with their prostate?
•Your home is the most toxic environment?

2006-08-16 08:53:03 · 7 answers · asked by Emily E 4

I started a new job 5 months ago and I am normally a good reliable worker,but in the last 4 month for some reason my back has gone completly out and I have called in sick 3 times.Well once again my back has gone out and Docter says if I go back to work I will risk reinjuring.I need to wait until the back pain stops.Will my Boss have just cause to dismiss me.I didnt know I had a bad back when I started this job.Just started to happen.Oh yeah I work for federal government.

2006-08-16 08:33:12 · 9 answers · asked by andyin137@verizon.net 2

2006-08-16 08:15:10 · 10 answers · asked by TB 5

2006-08-16 07:57:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-16 07:35:43 · 4 answers · asked by Paola T 1

2006-08-16 07:06:21 · 9 answers · asked by symth23 1

2006-08-16 06:44:57 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-08-16 06:43:38 · 3 answers · asked by CHARLES Y 1

A Chinese doctor who is ob/gyn?
and who is very good at the sickness name with Adenomyosis and tumor

2006-08-16 06:41:17 · 4 answers · asked by Jennifer W 1

it happens often but random. i suddenly get real dizzy and start seeing little flashes of light. it stops after about 2 or 3 mins. but its getting longer and longer each time. could this be serious? if so any ideas what it is or what causes it?

2006-08-16 06:39:47 · 9 answers · asked by shanesample21 1

What is the commission paid to MDs for prescribing drugs to us? I was poisioned by RX drugs . I quit and I am now feeling 20 years younger and my life signs anr all within the limits set by the same doctor that drugged me. Needless to say i am PISSED!

2006-08-16 06:26:29 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

ons as to what this could be?

2006-08-16 06:20:50 · 20 answers · asked by Nikmills 2

I cannot fly or stay in the air for very long but when i do it lasts for about 5 or 6 seconds im very worried something could be wrong with my body has anybody heard of this or know anything im scared to go to doctors or anything because im afraid they will just wanna use me for their own personal gain can anyone help?

2006-08-16 05:39:52 · 17 answers · asked by jason_waters@sbcglobal.net 1

2006-08-16 05:14:27 · 5 answers · asked by Dana 2

2006-08-16 04:45:16 · 4 answers · asked by tunkie 1

If a patient goes to A&E unable to walk and is suspected of having a hairline crack in the femoral neck, would you say that sending them home partially weightbearing then not carrying out an isotopic bone scan for 2 weeks is unacceptable? This happenend to me and on the day they finally did the scan I broke my hip completely getting out of the shower. I was only 22 at the time - shouldn't they have scanned and operated on the hairline fracture quicker?

2006-08-16 04:41:08 · 5 answers · asked by kezls_79 3

2006-08-16 04:36:13 · 6 answers · asked by hmm.. 2

2006-08-16 02:56:45 · 12 answers · asked by shinshin 1

Doctors say that I have IBS but I'm not sure that is what it is. I have so much pain in my upper adominal area that I break out into a sweat, lose my vision and now according to my co-workers I turn white as a ghost. Does this happen to some of you when you have pain or IBS attacks, whatever you want to call it.

2006-08-16 02:37:42 · 2 answers · asked by cre8iv_cat 2

Does anyone know how this disease is transmitted/concieved? Is it genetic, or does someone have to be exposed to a substance of some sort (chemicals/radiation/etc)?

Can it be passed down to family members?

2006-08-16 02:34:04 · 2 answers · asked by ? 2

His chances aren't good (maybe a 30% chance) but if he survives, he can never ever drink again which will be hard for him because he would normally drink a case of beer a day.

Does anyone know of any good vitamins, therapies, etc. that could help? My family is just grasping at straws but I thought I'd ask.

2006-08-16 01:47:04 · 16 answers · asked by spike_is_my_evil_vampire 4

My father has been declared 'Glucoma suspect' though his IOP is well within range 14 (Hg). His fundus is 0.9 in both the eyes. I am looking for 'dos and don'ts' for my father. Thanks

2006-08-16 01:43:17 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous