General Health Care - November 2006

fixing carpool tunnel?

2006-11-12 15:20:40 · 5 answers · asked by juicyfruitishandsome 4 in Pain & Pain Management

2006-11-12 15:11:20 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

I had stitches and about 2 days after it was removed the incision line started to open back up (just a small wound). Its the weekend so I can't call the doctor so I did some research online. A lot of people said to use medical tape because the doctor won't restitch the same spot. How long do I keep the medical tape on before the wound closes on its own?

2006-11-12 15:03:09 · 1 answers · asked by Roxy 3 in Injuries

well i am asking this becasue i want to wait only 4 weeks but the clening bottles say 4-6 week and you must keep another earring in i dotn get it i thought you only waited that time and them u cna put your hoops on adn well other earrign plz help em out pplz !!iight

2006-11-12 14:52:35 · 7 answers · asked by prrepresenting06 1 in First Aid

Hello,
I would like some help in locating information on orthopedic surgeons in the Houston, Texas area who have performed multiple lumbar stabilization procedures. Any ideas?

2006-11-12 14:43:19 · 1 answers · asked by h v 1 in Injuries

I used the jackhammer to take up tile in my pops kitchen, and it was echo-ing and loud as hell. I still have a little fuzziness in my ears, but its worse than after a concert, can anyone tell me how long this will last

2006-11-12 14:40:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

My crown has broken in two now whats left of the tooth has a sharp edge that keeps poking my cheeks and tongue and my throat is startong to hurt.I can't barely swallow I haven't eating in 2 days the dentist gave amoxicillin and pain meds and told me to come back in 1 week What would happen if I pulled or wiggled it until it came off,of Can a dentist remove the tooth anyway but just say alot sooner like tomorrow?

2006-11-12 14:09:56 · 2 answers · asked by Motley Crue Fan 4ever 1 in Injuries

I live in Arizona and don't ever wear sunglasses just because I would always lose them or forget them, plus I could never get used to having something on my face. Now I don't even own a pair. Could I be doing damage to my eyes by spending considerable amounts of time outside without sunglasses? I'm comfortable enough without them, but I'm wondering about long-term damage...

2006-11-12 14:03:16 · 7 answers · asked by Andrea 1 in Other - General Health Care

2006-11-12 13:54:40 · 9 answers · asked by Moon Mummy 1 in Pain & Pain Management

I was running down a hall towards the end of the stairs, on the side of the stairs there is this bench which I cracked my knee into when I took the turn too close. Now I have a weird bruise on my kneecap and I can feel a line where it hurts the most, could it be broken or anything? I can walk on it, I just cant bend it without pain. It feels ok when Ive had it in one position for a while but when I try to move it after that it hurts really bad. So! any ideas? serios answers only please.

2006-11-12 13:46:09 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

This is the muscle between your calf and Shin

2006-11-12 13:33:12 · 1 answers · asked by Me =) 1 in Injuries

okay so i don't really care what y'all think about me piercing my belly button myself i just wanted to know if you had any advice on how to do it.

2006-11-12 13:15:56 · 16 answers · asked by * 1 in Injuries

I just want to know, would i die or what???

2006-11-12 13:15:08 · 21 answers · asked by aggie 1 in Pain & Pain Management

My wrist is almost always bruised, and one of my friends said she thought it could fracture more easily than if it wasn't always bruised. So I was wondering if that's true, and if it is, what should I do about it?

2006-11-12 12:20:59 · 4 answers · asked by Caroline 2 in Injuries

The average amount of hours for people to sleep is about 8 hours.
My doctor said I (As an individual) need about 6-8 hours every night.

If I sleep 10 hours one night, can I sleep 4-6 the next?

2006-11-12 12:19:39 · 6 answers · asked by Tanjoubi 2 in Other - General Health Care

Whats best way to kick cigarettes?
I am trying to quit smoking. Other than cold turkey what is your best secret to kick the habit? Best answer wins 10 points thanks

2006-11-12 11:59:22 · 17 answers · asked by bobravers 1 in Other - General Health Care

home-work

2006-11-12 11:53:04 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - General Health Care

It's been twitching every 45 seconds

2006-11-12 11:50:52 · 3 answers · asked by Sara 1 in Injuries

I have been to the hospital recently to visit my friend, and the feeling of just entering the building makes me wonder. My friend and I was talking about how we wished a hospital to be if we could change the inside of it.
Just even the small thing as i wished there was bigger windows so i could look outside and that I could bring my friend flowers.
I was wondering how others have experienced their visit and what they liked and disliked about it.

2006-11-12 11:47:21 · 13 answers · asked by pernille h 1 in Other - General Health Care

I've been suffering for nearly 10 years with chronic Pain in both feet, legs, arms due to idiopathic periphial neuropathy. I've been to every type of doctor with NO solutions. Tested for nearly everything Amyoloidosis that my brother died from at 51, diabetes, lyme desease, etc, NO RESULTS... I had a durial stimulator installed with NO results or help. I take 3 50mgt Fentenayl patches very 48 hours, 2 to 3 8 MG Dilaudid pills every 3 hours, 2 to 3 10MG Methadone tablets every 3 to 4 hours all providing little or NO relief. I live in constant pain, can NOT sleep at night. Tried all types of other drugs like neurotin, troyosin, etc. PLEASE HELP ME!
Thank you for your advice and prompt ressponse.
Stephen p. Shapiro
spshappie@sbcglobal.net

2006-11-12 11:22:44 · 3 answers · asked by spshappie@sbcglobal.net 2 in Pain & Pain Management

2006-11-12 11:18:47 · 5 answers · asked by nodumgys 7 in Pain & Pain Management

I'm considering nursing--specifically RN --as a second career. Right now I work as a cook/chef. I work long hours. It's hot. It's dirty. Frequently I am so busy I don't have time to get a drink of water or go to the bathroom. In other words, I am not afraid to work hard and multi-task. But I've read horror stories about complete disorganization or being given 10 patients who all need about 1.5 hours of care on a 12 hour shift or being a 120 pound girl and given a 300 pound patient to turn frequetly and no one will help or having 5 patients all need a blood draw at the same exact time and then getting yelled at by doctors when you cant get it all done at the exact right time. I'm fine working 12 straight hours, but I'd at least like to have time to go to the bathroom a couple of times and at least 15 minutes to eat. I'd like to feel like I'm actually given enough time to competently care for patients. Tell me the real story before I spend time and money to go back to school.

2006-11-12 11:07:04 · 5 answers · asked by crow_326 3 in Other - General Health Care

if it was early morning or twilight?

2006-11-12 11:02:10 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

i have seen my pcp, a neurologist, had ct scans, mri's, allergy tests, completly changed my diet. i take topamax no for the past year 50mg bid, i get enough sleep. the only thing i know is that i have to have so much caffiene because if i don't, i get one. no one can help, i get headaches, 5-6x/week, most times i deal with it. occasionally i take a soma to relieve tension in my neck, shoulders. other times ativan 0.25mg prn for aggression. but both of those are prn. NO PAIN pills work. i am absoulty fed up with this, i am only 25yrs old and can't stand not wanting to do something or listen to music because my head hurts, or i feel sick, please help...

2006-11-12 10:58:08 · 3 answers · asked by shell 1 in Pain & Pain Management

I have been wearing contacts for about 3 month now; all of the sudden now my eyes are bothering me like there is something in them. a little like there is sand or something (this is without my contacts on) what do you think it could be? what do you think i should do?

2006-11-12 10:57:38 · 1 answers · asked by Faith 1 in Other - General Health Care

I surely need to stop this habit....
Constantly, I'm always crackin my body lol. I can't help it. Will this be bad for me in the furture?

2006-11-12 10:20:50 · 16 answers · asked by jaz 5 in Other - General Health Care

The right hand has been confirmed by hospital tests as 90%, the left hand at 40-45%. Severe numbness in right hand from fingertips to right elbow.

2006-11-12 10:14:36 · 12 answers · asked by retiresoon 1 in Pain & Pain Management

about 5 months ago i was having pain in my ear. I went to the emergancy room. They said i had to much wax in my ear, they tryed to take it out but it hurt to bad. Felt like my ear drum was going to burst. Well It just keep getting worse after that. I went to my regular doctor and she gave me drop to help. They didn't. i went to a specialtict and he said there was nothing wrong with my ear no wax or anything. Well now 5 months later. Every day i feel pressure is building up in my ear. and at night when i lay down i lay on the side that hurts. And not even 5 minutes later i can feel something running out of it. It makes it feel better. But i dont get why it keep happening. Every doctor i go to say theres no fuild in there. If you know what it could be please help. I'm getting so sick of my ear always hurting. Thank you

2006-11-12 09:57:05 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - General Health Care

Has anyone else had this pain? I am only 14 years old so I think this is unusual.

2006-11-12 09:32:59 · 6 answers · asked by hoopstar26301 2 in Pain & Pain Management

- my mother is paralyzed on her left side due to a recent stroke
- she can read and loves to work crossword puzzles, but can't find an adjustable. easy-to-use, storable lap/bed-desk
- also would love ideas/resources for storing things that she needs easy access to next to her bed
- hospital nightstands are worthless, and so are their over-bed tables - any help?

2006-11-12 09:31:16 · 2 answers · asked by cheryl_gibb 1 in Other - General Health Care