General Health Care - February 2007

I have used every name brand face wash and it dries me out so bad my skin peels. Tried proActive and broke out even worse than before. I saw my dermatologist who put me on Triaz, minocycline, and the highest perscription cream. I either would break out on my chin and be peeling on my forehead or vice versa. I have even tried only washing my face with a warm/cold facecloth and still no change. I'm on the pill and my acne doesn't change when I'm on my period. I have run out of ideas and need help. I'm 20 years old...I need to get a handle on this problem...it is really affecting my life!!! Some one please help me.

2007-02-11 13:36:22 · 4 answers · asked by KP 1 in Other - General Health Care

does it matter how much u make? or does it matter the gender difference?

2007-02-11 13:24:11 · 15 answers · asked by Unknown 1 in Other - General Health Care

2007-02-11 13:23:20 · 6 answers · asked by bethie m 1 in Other - General Health Care

2007-02-11 13:07:19 · 10 answers · asked by Chris 2 in Pain & Pain Management

I've been playing for a good three months now and my hand hurts. Not the tips of my fingers. I have enough callises. But my hand will start to tense up really quickly and I can start to feel the muslces in my left hand starting to tense up like my muslces do after a workout. I also feel that my left hand in general starts to tense up.

Do you think working out my hand using the hand squeezer and doing barbell curls will help build strenght.

2007-02-11 13:00:15 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

what cause:
headaches,
nausea
&
stabbing pains?

2007-02-11 12:59:13 · 14 answers · asked by Vampire Goth 1 in Pain & Pain Management

Well, it all started out 4 years ago when me and my brother were jumping off of swings. Yeah I know pretty dumb. But I did it and landed on the side of my foot and colapsed. Well, I couldn't walk on it for like ...3 months. In total it hurt for 1 year non stop. Now it hurts on and off but now it really hurts.I was in a different country and/or contenent and didn't go to the doctor. Pretty dumb also. Well, after that it hurt whenever I just hurt it alittle it would hurt a lot. I'm going to the doctor but I have 2 wait for my mom to get back from a trip. What does it sound like 2 u? I also heard a loud crack when I landed. Does that mean I broke it? Is it possible that I broke it and it didn't grow back corrctly? What should I do? Do u think it is serious? surgery? Im only 12 FYI.


-desprate

Addisional questions

How do they re break a ankle if it doesnt grow back correctly?
Do they take it apart in surgery?
Do u have 2 stay over?
Websites?

2007-02-11 12:46:42 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

2007-02-11 12:33:07 · 8 answers · asked by da da 1 in Pain & Pain Management

i have to get 4 wisdom teeth cut out plus 2 other teeth.i am not going to be put to sleep or take the gas,what will i be given to ease the pain

2007-02-11 12:31:35 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

Ok besides that I have asthma now and some other health issues. I have quit smoking last week,,,,,yes I am really happy about it and the best thing I ever did. However today is the 7th day and I started coughing (I always had a dry cough). I always felt that I had something to get out even at the end of my smoking time like when I cut back, and finally today. I coughed up some phlem with black streaks. Also I threw up my mucous (sorry so disgusting) but for all those ex smokers out there, did you ever experience this??? it was pretty scary to see this.

2007-02-11 12:13:59 · 7 answers · asked by mt4444 1 in Other - General Health Care

My husband had a head injury 3 years ago, has been having seizures since then. They have progressed from partial complex to grand mal and as of last night status seizures. His neurologist has said he can do nothing more besides give medicine, until he can see a neuropsychologist. We have no insurance, but it doesn't matter. Whatever he needs it is well worth it. He has tried various medications. Legally in my state, you have to wait 6 months to drive after your last seizure. This will affect him being able to work. I don't really know where to turn. My question is this: Can the state do anything to help? Is he handicapped? Where would I go to find info about this? Will he be able to live a normal life and have a job? Sorry for the lengthy bio, I have just run out of options and don't know what else to do. Any help is greatly appreciated.

2007-02-11 12:07:58 · 11 answers · asked by EMT-I 3 in Injuries

its a round half yellow &half white tablet with "A 138" on the yellow side. is this a generic compound of soma and hydrocodone?

2007-02-11 12:04:55 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

2007-02-11 12:04:38 · 5 answers · asked by jammas_1472 1 in Pain & Pain Management

Hey,

Whenever i get a migrain. I try to go to bed and when i close my eyes I SEE FACES. It really freaks me out i once thought i saw my aunt that passed away 3 years ago! HELP!!

2007-02-11 11:59:26 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

i was told someone is in lagos state teaching hospital and i need to call them

2007-02-11 11:56:00 · 2 answers · asked by oneinawe 1 in Injuries

an eating disorder??

I went to my doctor about 6 mths ago with bulimia and depression, she passed of the bulimia saying i would grow out of it. I don't know if I actually have an eating disorder now or if it's serious, i do make myself sick quite a lot or starve myself..so i suppose i do. what should i do now though? will i grow out of it or should i try to seek further help? I am in denial that i am doing myself any damage or that i REALLY have an Eating disorder??

any advice??

2007-02-11 11:50:57 · 13 answers · asked by SH2007 6 in Other - General Health Care

please tell me im going to have it soon!!!!!

2007-02-11 11:42:36 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

just wondering if you didn't have to get up in the morning and go to work, school, sort the kids etc... just how long could you sleep for ? how long would it take for you to recharge your batteries ?

2007-02-11 11:35:02 · 19 answers · asked by Reproman 3 in Other - General Health Care

2007-02-11 11:30:56 · 5 answers · asked by lobo_boricua 1 in Pain & Pain Management

for bulimia to cause damage??

2007-02-11 11:20:19 · 8 answers · asked by SH2007 6 in Other - General Health Care

Is this normal?

2007-02-11 11:14:17 · 5 answers · asked by Pam t 1 in Pain & Pain Management

Yesterday I was pealing potatoes when I accidentally cut a small chunk of my finger off with the potato pealer. It bled alot and hurt really bad yesterday but its not hurting that bad today and I've been changing the bandaid often and applying neosporin but my main question is how does a wound like this heal when there is no top skin present? I've never had anything like this happen before so I dont know how serious it is. If anyone knows if it will heal ok on its own or not please let me know! Thanks

2007-02-11 11:11:44 · 19 answers · asked by brighteyes22_22 1 in Injuries

2007-02-11 10:37:47 · 2 answers · asked by Britt & Clinton V 1 in First Aid

My husband smashed his finger at work today. It is swollen and throbbing. The nail is not torn or ripped. It is a blueish green color. My moher said we may need to get it punctured to release some pressure and blood cause there is a chance he could get gangrene. Should we just put an ice pack on it for a few days or should we go to doctor?

2007-02-11 10:36:20 · 6 answers · asked by myboyjake9 1 in Injuries

I had my cartilage on my ear pierced about 7 weeks ago at a sterile, clean place. I had it done with a gun and it never got infected. I clean it like im supposed to, and it isnt red or anything, but it still hurts and isnt getting better. I still cannot sleep or lean on that side of my head or touch my ear very much without it hurting. Is this normal for it to hurt this late after ive had it?

2007-02-11 10:33:44 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

Well, it all started out 4 years ago when me and my brother were jumping off of swings. Yeah I know pretty dumb. But I did it and landed on the side of my foot and colapsed. Well, I couldn't walk on it for like ...3 months. In total it hurt for 1 year non stop. Now it hurts on and off but now it really hurts.I was in a different country and/or contenent and didn't go to the doctor. Pretty dumb also. Well, after that it hurt whenever I just hurt it alittle it would hurt a lot. I'm going to the doctor but I have 2 wait for my mom to get back from a trip. What does it sound like 2 u? I also heard a loud crack when I landed. Does that mean I broke it? Is it possible that I broke it and it didn't grow back corrctly? What should I do? Do u think it is serious? surgery? Im only 12 FYI.


-desprate

Addisional questions

How do they re break a ankle if it doesnt grow back correctly?
Do they take it apart in surgery?
Do u have 2 stay over?
Websites?

2007-02-11 10:09:29 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

what about the excruciating pain in between doses?

2007-02-11 09:56:53 · 6 answers · asked by ---- 2 in Pain & Pain Management

I've struggled with anorexia for 13 years, and I developed bad hypoglycemia (I can't even tolerate fruit) 3 years ago. I used to drink juice and eat fruit just fine, but last year I burned 1,100 calories from working out and only ate 300-800 calories a day. I'm now on a 1,600 calorie diet a day, as directed by my doctor, and working up to 2,000 calories a day.

Has anyone developed hypoglycemia because of long-term anorexia?? and Are there any who "cured" the hypo by eating normal for long periods of time?

2007-02-11 09:55:34 · 1 answers · asked by Ashley84 2 in Other - General Health Care

2007-02-11 09:51:13 · 6 answers · asked by Jabbles 1 in Other - General Health Care

The veins in my arms are extremely visible. They aren't like varicose veins, they are just purple all the way up my arms. You can trace one vein from my thumb to my sholder. In the back of my hands the veins actually stand out like bones. What can I do to fix this? It's embarassing to wear short sleves.

2007-02-11 09:21:42 · 1 answers · asked by band_geek_freak 3 in Other - General Health Care