Skin Conditions - September 2007

I gave birth a week ago and developed shingles on my back shortly afterward. The area is small (maybe 3"x2"), I am not in much pain at all and the doctor at urgent care advised me to continue breastfeeding and stay off the antivirals if I am handling it OK. However, my sister had shingles a few years ago and dealt with postherpetic neuralgia for 2 years as a result. She is advising me to to take the antivirals to avoid any further pain/medication. Should I just allow the disease to heal and continue to breastfeed (which I really want to do), or should I take antivirals and pump to keep my milk flowing until the drugs are out of my system to help prevent any complications? I am afraid if I don't take anything and I develop this complication that I will have to take other medications and then refrain from breastfeeding while dealing with nerve pain. What is the likelihood of developing postherpetic neuralgia? I am 23 years old and in relatively good health.

2007-09-10 16:13:49 · 20 answers · asked by Jeanine 2

:[ I need help

and Please don't give me stupid answers.

2007-09-10 16:08:59 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have huge breakouts on my face so I decided to use clean&clear acne cleanser with 2% salicylic acid. I've been using only aloe vera based products before. Since using clean anc clear 1 week ago, my face is extremely dry. The inner corners of my nose and area around mouth have become dark, dry, scaly, and thick compared to other parts of face. What should I do?

2007-09-10 14:43:49 · 7 answers · asked by Lynn 4

2007-09-10 14:21:27 · 29 answers · asked by mrkknntt 1

2007-09-10 14:06:49 · 2 answers · asked by Lola 2

Anyone know of any home remedies for poison ivy? Someone recommened using facial astringent?

Thanks!

2007-09-10 13:52:24 · 139 answers · asked by ? 2

ok.. well my scalp has been itching lately.. does this mean i have lice..??? please help me out! thanx

2007-09-10 10:42:39 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have this mole on my cheek. i have had it for as long as i can remember. its the same color as my skin and it sticks out.....it doesnt really hurt unless you scratch it...does this sound cancerous? i dont have alot of money because im 16 years old and i live on my own. but does it sound cancerous...oh its a perfect circle.

2007-09-10 10:35:27 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

My sister has a problems with stys on her eyes? What causes them and what is the best way to get rid of them?

2007-09-10 10:29:54 · 6 answers · asked by Stiletto ♥ 6

I'm still suffering breakouts lately, especially on my chin and neck; the rest of my face is very clear. I eat a wonderful diet (primarily vegetarian), change my pillow case often, don't touch my skin, and use a great product line (which did improve my skin, but hasn't completely cleared me up). I'm at a loss. It's just annoying that I invest so much time, money and energy into keeping my skin nice, and yet it's still not where I want it to be. Any suggestions? I'm planning on sticking to the products I use, but I could add something else in as well. I'm just wondering if there are any things I can do ASAP that will possibly clear up my problem areas. Thank you very much for any responses.

2007-09-10 07:22:27 · 6 answers · asked by AnimalLover<3 1

I just got back from the beach about a week ago for Labor day weekend and since then I have these little itchy red bumps on my legs and some on my arm that you can barely see. I put lotion on thinking it's because my skin is dry from being in the sun and shaving but that doesn't help. I don't know what it is from and it's very annoying. Can someone help me out if you think you know what it is from or if there is anything I can put on it without having to go to the doctor?

2007-09-10 07:12:10 · 21 answers · asked by mandita264 2

2007-09-10 06:36:06 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-10 05:48:07 · 1 answers · asked by Rose B 1

dr says my test. level is too high, how can i lower it to control my acne and oily face? i dont take steroids or anything, please help!

2007-09-10 05:33:29 · 2 answers · asked by fooslasha 1

Like black head disorder and etc...............!!!1

2007-09-10 05:19:37 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-10 05:13:12 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-10 03:31:59 · 5 answers · asked by kenji 1

I look good today except for the pimple!

2007-09-09 23:57:54 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-09 23:00:59 · 3 answers · asked by bubandkat 1

The only bug I was able to find was when changing the sheets was one of those black flying ants. Could he be the cause. They itch like crazy.

2007-09-09 18:29:03 · 6 answers · asked by mysteryperson 5

have you or anyone you know had this procedure done? Were you/they satisfied with the outcome? what do you know about it and how much does it usually cost. Before and after pictures would be greatly appreciated. Thanks..

2007-09-09 17:39:50 · 4 answers · asked by Beeg 5

i whent to the dermatoligist like a week ago and she was checking my mole and she saw that the cells had changed, she then told me that she needed to take it off. she told me that she does it bye numbing and cutting but i would like to know if this hurts and what exactly step-by-step do they do? thank you soo much i am soo scared.

2007-09-09 16:04:15 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi im a 20 y/o girl and I have sufferd with acne from when i was in middle school. I have tryed meny diffrent thinsg from proactive, to natures cure, to diffrent ance face scrubs and treaments pretty much everything and nothing seems to work. I have scars and redness too. I have very sentisive skin so it makes it hard, I hate it I hate my face and wondering what works the best, is there anything I should try? I have no inscurance so I cant afford a dermatolgest but I really would like to clear it up, Im embarsed to go to work or school or even out, so does anyone know what would work? thnx in advance

2007-09-09 15:51:36 · 12 answers · asked by Ninja_princess 6

do lemons help get rid of blackheads and if they do what do you do??

2007-09-09 13:58:07 · 6 answers · asked by 123456789987654321 2

My 5 year old got blisters. I pop two of them in two different toes since they were big. Then I put neosporin. Then two different ones. The big two blood today i left it alone couple of days ago. Then the toe beside it it had a cut and it was leaking fluids when I was looking at it. And then I got the fluid out of it. I put neosporin on it. The blisters area are red. Want can I do to get rid of them. He wears shoes with socks during the day when he in school. Then he wears his scandels. But want can I do to make sure they stay clean ( blister) and won't be painful for them.

2007-09-09 13:46:21 · 5 answers · asked by Proud mom 4

2007-09-09 12:23:56 · 3 answers · asked by 5.6.7.8.Showtime! 1

like with sharpies, gel-pens, ect... is it bad for your skin? ((((*blushes*))))

2007-09-09 07:00:40 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-09-09 06:17:35 · 1 answers · asked by DONNA Burke 1

How do they go away faster? to pop pimples or to leave them alone?

2007-09-09 04:40:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I said I had whitish bumps from my shoulder to my elbow he said i might have a form of lupus the prob. is is that idk what that is?

2007-09-09 04:13:22 · 16 answers · asked by mia123 1