General Health Care - July 2007

I've ben having cramps, that feel like charlie horses all over my body. In my back, ankles, legs, arms, butt, hands, and wrists. Is there any explaination for this? Any relief? I've tried motrin. This has been going on mostly just for a few days, but in my calves for a few weeks. It is almost all day, every day.

2007-07-12 19:31:03 · 8 answers · asked by Mr & Mrs G 4 in Pain & Pain Management

I keep getting the chills like every five mintues in my right arm. It started like a week ago. It doesn't hurt, it's just annoying. Can anyone tell me why this is happening. It doesn't seem to go away.

2007-07-12 18:44:17 · 1 answers · asked by inurdreams119 1 in Pain & Pain Management

I stubbed my big toe 5 days ago and it doesn't hurt much anymore but I have some concerns: I only have about half of my normal range of motion and it definately hurts if I try to force it farther. Also, there is a weird knot on top of the joint that feels as hard as bone under the skin, but it is not painful when I press on it. It was very painful when I stubbed it and I couldn't walk on it for a few days. No swelling, no bruising, but something definately doesn't feel right. I'd appreciate responses from those who have had similar experiences, or from medical professionals. Thanks for your help!

2007-07-12 18:39:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

Every once in awhile I get this real sharp pain in one of my lower ribs. Honestly, I couldn't say if it is always the same rib or a different one. It feels like it is right where the actual bone is. It doesn't happen often and usually it only happens once and its over, however it has been know to pulsate with pain a few times then just go away. Anyone have any idea what this is? I have had it since I was young but never bothered to see a doctor or anything since it is kind of a rare occurence.

2007-07-12 18:21:16 · 3 answers · asked by Phantoms 2 in Other - General Health Care

Hello, My brother has been in an accident 40 days ago. He was hit by a car, and head was badly injured. He is still in technical coma. I have few questions.
First one:My brother's right pupil didn't wok first 4 weeks, but it does now. Both pupil react very slow to the light. Why do you think it react so, and do you think pupils will react normally to the light again some time? After he wakes up? Or is it because of medicines?
Second question:Doctors say, my brother might not wake up again, that he might be in coma for a long time. What do you think, when he is going to wake up? By the way right side where he was hit, brain swelling is still hi.
Third question:He moves his hands, legs, and arms. By we were told that he might be paralyzed, what do you think?He reacts to pain.
Please help me out, if anybody know anything about head injury please give me contact information so I can contact you. My brother is very important to me and am really worried about him, please help. Thank you.

2007-07-12 17:41:34 · 5 answers · asked by LOL 1 in Injuries

city?

2007-07-12 17:00:16 · 5 answers · asked by john doe 5 in Pain & Pain Management

He went to the hospital and all, but didn't get a cast. He just has on some rapping suff and a suporting thing. But the hand is swelling up like a ballon for some reason. Is this normal? How does he reduce the swelling?

2007-07-12 16:21:11 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

How to tell if a hospital is private

2007-07-12 16:11:52 · 9 answers · asked by juancastro6 2 in Other - General Health Care

I get a head ache everytime I stand up, and it lasts for quite a long time (about 2 mintues). I'm scared of what it might be, it would be great if you could help me!

2007-07-12 15:33:46 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

yeah so like i work constructino during summer when not in school. And like i dont know but like maybe 2 months into the job all of a sudden my back started hurting where it meets with butt crack. My job consists of lifting rocks and mostly wheelbarrowing. What can be the problem, how can i fix it ?

2007-07-12 14:38:02 · 9 answers · asked by Homes 1 in Injuries

I got my wisdom teeth out yesterday and have been taking Vicodin. I feel like I need to go to the bathroom, but I can't seem to. Is this because Vicodin causes it?!

2007-07-12 14:13:16 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pain & Pain Management

2007-07-12 13:09:28 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - General Health Care

2007-07-12 13:09:11 · 3 answers · asked by Sparrow 1 in Injuries

Yes,tormenting of heartburn.
About 2 years ago I began getting daily heartburn.At that time I was taking alot of tylenol 3's if that was a reason?who knows,anyway I have dam heartburn everyday.Extra strength tums and eno can kill it for awhile but it seemingly comes back..Any ideas?

2007-07-12 13:08:35 · 8 answers · asked by vagg 2 in Pain & Pain Management

2007-07-12 12:36:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

2007-07-12 12:35:37 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

I had my gallbladder taken out in Feb 2004 and I still have massive stomachaches. After my surgery it wasn't so bad but up until the last 6 months I've had extreme stomach problems such as alot of gas, abnormal belching (if I wanted to I could burp the abcs without stopping bad), headaches, nausea and bloating. Its like I can't eat most foods that I could eat before such as dairy, most veggies, eggs, spicy stuff, etc. I'm half korean so I have always been used to eating extremely spicy things, but lately, difficult. When I had my gallbladder taken out it was when my father passed away but my stomach was fine afterwards but now its gotten pretty bad. On some occasions, such as a month ago I got really ill and extremely bloated with gas that I could feel the gas moving around in my stomach and hear it very well. My stomach actually rumbled and its pretty visible outwards. Is this caused by recent stressors or should I look into other possibilities? Anyone out there have the same problem

2007-07-12 12:22:10 · 3 answers · asked by Sarah 2 in Other - General Health Care

My son who is 14 is a keen runner for the local Athletic club, he keeps getting knee problems. We have checked to make sure he has the correct supportive trainers etc. Someone told me to try Glucosamine, Chondroitin as this is for this type of injury, has anyone had such problems and taken this which worked?

2007-07-12 12:08:38 · 8 answers · asked by scottcooper1970 1 in Injuries

Okay I fell from my horse and landed on my arm I think. But it hurts when I move it up or down and it is really stiff. I take ibuprofen but it doesnt do anything. It is my right arm + im right handed. What should i do? I have a horse show on sat.?!?!

2007-07-12 11:38:28 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

How does an MRI differ from things such as DEXA testing? Thanks.

2007-07-12 11:28:27 · 4 answers · asked by LovingJirie 1 in Other - General Health Care

VERY SERIOUS QUESTION...only serious answers requested......................................................................

If you had a crooked or weak tree growing on your land, would you cut it down, or brace it up with wires?

Thank you.

2007-07-12 11:16:09 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

I cut my leg on accident with a chainsaw. I am hiding it from my parents cuz they would be pissed. I needed stitches cuz its like and inch long cut on my leg above my ankle and like a centimeter deep. I am using supergule and "New Skin liquid bandage". Should I use a needle to poke through and let the juices out once in a while?? Dont say tell ure parents or get stitiches cuz im not gonna! How should I care for it so it heals, doesnt get infected, and doesnt scar big?

2007-07-12 11:15:12 · 14 answers · asked by Schlogy 1 in Injuries

I went to the emergency room last night and the Dr. said I had a "middle" ear infection. He gave me an antibiotic but my ear still hurts!!! Does anyone have any ideas on how to make it pop because it feels all clogged up!?!?!?!?!?!?!? Please help if you know how to make it less sore!!!!

2007-07-12 10:56:01 · 7 answers · asked by chic & spice w/ every thing nice 1 in Injuries

ok so i have a piece of glass stuck in my foot i mean i tried to get it out but i couldnt really see it but i tried my best not to walk on it ive been walking on my toes.Is there any way like at home tips i can get it out because right now im only 15 and my mom is in a different country lol and noone is home and i dont really know anyone in texas!

2007-07-12 10:54:48 · 7 answers · asked by miszxo 2 in Injuries

its been purple for about 12 hrs, it was a small deer tick.

2007-07-12 10:52:15 · 5 answers · asked by mikechadwick123 2 in First Aid

2007-07-12 10:51:28 · 6 answers · asked by kraybball 1 in Injuries

Okay so yesturday i had stepped on a piece of glass and i tried taking it out but it wouldnt come out so i stopped walking and today it started to hurt and i tried it again and it still didnt work and i dont have health insurance and cant afford a hospitial bill any hometips i can use to get it out?

2007-07-12 10:41:47 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Injuries

Yeah, I've always wondered. A lot of people say thier head would implode. Some say nothign would happen. So yeah, I wanna know, I'm really curious.

2007-07-12 09:48:33 · 9 answers · asked by Sarah F 1 in First Aid

i am doing a school project, and need to know the factors which determine it, body weight, how does that contribute, heat? work, sleep, peeing, every little bit helps, thx

2007-07-12 08:48:25 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - General Health Care

2007-07-12 08:43:24 · 3 answers · asked by MikE 2 in Injuries