Other - Diseases - February 2007

I have a bunch of floaters in my right eye, which also happens to be my more nearsighted one. They've been there for awhile, so I'm not really worried about them, but I was wondering if there's a way to deal with them or a method for ignoring them so I can forget about them.

2007-02-23 10:53:34 · 8 answers · asked by The JZA 2

Last night i started having like gurgling in my stomach, it just kept growling. This morning when I woke up I had to go to the bathroom, and my stool was dark, runny and kind of tarry looking. At first it looked black, but when i wiped it was a green color on the tiolet paper, i know this is really gross but i just want to know what could be causing this? also, i just finished an antibiotic today, and i stopped taking mucinex, i don't know if this could contribute to it or not? Also, I'm not having any vomiting, or nausea, or anything of that sort, just the diarreah.

2007-02-23 10:39:19 · 3 answers · asked by britaylor_2005 1

Went to the Doctors five times in the last week for same pain. the pain is in my lower left abdomin...first she thought it was a virus, but i am not getting better, then she thought it was mono or dehydration but the lab results were normal, now she seems to think it is acid reflux. the thing is my stomache itself does not hurt, its lower. the pain comes and goes. when i have the pain i cant get comfortable and it feels like someone is twisting my insides. My doctor has prescribed me medication for acid reflux but i dont think i have it. any suggestions?

2007-02-23 10:37:24 · 9 answers · asked by missmary 6

My dad's partner suffered a massive stroke back in October. The left side of her brain was devestated, she has been left with no speech and very limited movement.

My dad is unable to care for her now for a number of reasons including lack of finances.

The doctors say that she will not improve in the rehabilitation centre she is currently in and it is time for her to come home.

Someone in a similar situation has advised my dad that the best thing he can do is to leave her so that she can get all the help and support she needs to have some sort of quality of life (for example a live in carer and their home to be adapted for her needs) from the government or whoever helps in these situations.

Has anyone else been in a similar situation that can share their experiences?

2007-02-23 10:36:04 · 3 answers · asked by Buffy 4

I have had a prolonged cold this past month, and just when I thought it was going away, I woke up again the other day with a sore throat. It's still sore today, and I have a mild ear ache in my right ear and the sore throat seems to be localized on that side as well. Are these symptoms of an ear infection? If so, why does it affect my throat like this? It's Friday night and I won't be able to see the doctor until Monday at the earliest--is this OK or should I go to the hospital tomorrow, if it's likely to get worse over the next few days?

2007-02-23 10:25:38 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Could you mention in points the reasons for that?

2007-02-23 10:10:31 · 1 answers · asked by Nablus 1

My left eye has been watery and tearing all day. it doesn't look swollen at all (though it feels a little swollen). otherwise it doesn't itch or hurt at all. What could it be?

2007-02-23 09:44:34 · 6 answers · asked by Karen H 3

I haven't had a normal bowel movement in about a month, and when I do have bowel movements, they're very loose and painful to pass. I get crampy and it's just very painful. Is this ibs, or a side effect of something else?

2007-02-23 09:36:03 · 6 answers · asked by dancerhelen2006 3

i know it has to do with calcium deposits in the brain but what can it lead 2?

2007-02-23 09:14:38 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

i'm 14 i'll be 15 in less about a month i was just in a 4-wheeler accident i went to the hospital I was fine but they said they found calcium deposits in my brain they think it's fahrs disease could it be anything else?

2007-02-23 09:09:02 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I've tried Concerta and got headaches
Straterra did nothing.
I've went thrue an MRI and they found nothing
Please does anyone have any advice????

2007-02-23 09:01:42 · 7 answers · asked by j6 2

I went to the dr. on wednesday and I asked him to look into my ears. I had just gotton over a sinus infection and my ears were feeling full. He said the left ear had some fluid in it but it was clear and not an infection. I had just stopped my antibiotics the day before. He didn't really tell me anything to do for it. Yesterday I was getting a bit dizzy but nothing too bad. This afternoon I'm feeling quite dizzy, especially when I lay my head down. My ear still feels full. Could it have turned into an infection or is it just the fluid sloshing around in there?

2007-02-23 08:31:10 · 4 answers · asked by Amy B 1

How important is it for the doctor to be a member of the AMA (American Medical Association, I think it is)?

I need a new doctor. My current one just quit. In fact, the doctor's building I visit cannot seem to keep doctors for very long. I'm incredibly displeased with the level of care and apparently the doctors are unhappy as well so that makes things worse. None of them at this building are AMA members, so I'm not sure if that means something.

Is it really important for a doctor to join it, or is it just a fancy club they all join for bragging rights? Is there a reason that none of these doctors I've seen in the past couple years are AMA, do they not make the cut because they're so terrible?

I'm not sure if I explained it clear enough, the whole AMA and non-AMA has me confused. I just don't understand why some doctors are in it and some aren't.

2007-02-23 07:45:31 · 6 answers · asked by lawngoose 2

For about a year now I've had this problem and it seems to be worse in the last few months:
Before my belly got bloated really bad and had some constipation around my period.....seemed normal.
now all of the time I am constipated. my belly feels all blown up and I have gas a lot. it is so embarrasing because people say taht I am gaining weight (even though I did a little..) but it is only my belly that is "fat" I feel like the muscles are pushing out or I am bloated...maybe even my back seems curved like it is pushing my stomach out (I do have scoliosis). Anyway..I am tired of people asking if I'm pregnat (about 15 comments!!!). I see commercials on tv like relicore for stress related belly fat...or ibs......my belly sometimes looks like those poor poor kids you see on tv taht are malnourished. I've changed my diet. I include hardly no fast food....I eat more fiber, fruits, and milk. Though my constipation seems not as bad when I eat better.my belly is still "pregant looking"

2007-02-23 07:43:27 · 6 answers · asked by hambone1985 3

2007-02-23 07:30:02 · 4 answers · asked by whit g 3

what is asbestus (if thats how you spell it)? they say its very dangerous

2007-02-23 07:16:41 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have been told my liver is not functioning properly and im very worried as i dont drink and each blood test i have it comes back worse now im having more indepth blood tests for other infections in liver i also have a yellowing tinge to the skin

2007-02-23 07:08:11 · 4 answers · asked by blueapplebabe69 1

surgery recovery time

2007-02-23 06:36:39 · 3 answers · asked by San Jose 2

2007-02-23 06:18:18 · 2 answers · asked by aljohn316 2

I have a 9 month old pitbull/lab mix. She is a VERY good dog and very smart but she has habits that my family is finding nearly impossible to break! First, she jumps on people when they come in. We have tried putting her in her kennel and letting her calm down and putting her on a leash when people come in but nothing seems to work. She also jumps up on the counters and tables to get food..but she doesnt beg at the dinner table. Another problem is digging in the backyard and pulling out the flowers. We have a big fenced in back yard but we had to put her on a leash because she gets to muddy from being outside now. Our last problem is chewing the furniture. She only chews 1 of our chairs and we have tried using the sour apple spray but she actually likes the taste of it. She has TONS of toys to play with and she gets a lot of attention from all the members of the family. Anything we can do?

2007-02-23 06:16:49 · 5 answers · asked by Ali 2

If your kidneys fail, how long could you live for without going on dialysis?

2007-02-23 06:16:45 · 7 answers · asked by Mr Anonymous 1

I have chronic alcoholic calcification of the pancreas. I had stents put in and the pain has stopped, but I've been told to stay away from alcohol for ever.
I can't do this, no matter how hard I try.
What happens if the pancreas are removed?
Please help!

From Doggie

2007-02-23 06:15:48 · 8 answers · asked by usha4pillai 2

if you had yuor belly button pierced but took the earring out and let it close up is it safe to get it pierced a second time??

2007-02-23 05:54:13 · 6 answers · asked by A-Trip 1

Has anyone ever had this done? Or know anything about it?

2007-02-23 05:19:17 · 2 answers · asked by jess0866 2

I have had lupus for 10 years and never on birth control. Because of my Lupus I will not be able to have my own child?

2007-02-23 04:33:35 · 3 answers · asked by melmiko 2

I am getting a cold, but I dont want to go to the doc if I dont have to. Just a little nose blockage, minor sinus pressure/headache, and I can hear a sound in my ear that sounds like running water and bubbles popping. It was really annoying last night trying to sleep, but only noticing it sometimes so far today. The ear is not blocked, I can hear fine. What should I do? Am I getting an ear infection? Also I am 26 weeks pregnant so I can only take certain meds.

2007-02-23 04:18:22 · 6 answers · asked by adrixia 4

Would you accept one from a clone that had your exact match?

2007-02-23 03:55:34 · 5 answers · asked by GRANPA1 1

Diet wise, is it drinking too many fizzy drinks?

2007-02-23 03:55:31 · 4 answers · asked by Rebz 5

if my doctor told me that i need to take this medicine 3 times daily and i stop taking it all together is that a bad thing will it hurt me because i took them for strep throat?

2007-02-23 03:45:56 · 10 answers · asked by crystal m 1

I've severe phobia of doctors and dentists.I reside in Chicago.I need some help for that.... is there a cure for it? Thanks for answering.

2007-02-23 03:39:07 · 5 answers · asked by kittyy 1