Medicine - August 2007

everytime i go to the doctor and get shots(vaccines or vitamin B shots for example) in my arm, it hurts a lot.why isn't the needle injected in our vein like an IV, so it's less painless and the medicine is effective quicker?

doctors/nurse:please explain.

2007-08-14 18:26:21 · 5 answers · asked by polly-pocket 5

How much vacation time do physicians get? I think someone I know gets 5 or 6 weeks.

2007-08-14 17:39:30 · 9 answers · asked by DF25 1

Alright, OD has come up a lot in the world, recently. At least it seems that way to me. So im doing research. (I do this randomly with things im not familiar with) And as much as i research, it doesnt say what pills kill people. Like i know, ODing on something for say acne, wouldnt kill you right? Im just wondering. Also, someone in my family once OD'ed but didnt die. And i was wondering like what type of perscription they took. IDK....im just curious on the subject. If anyone has any knowledge on the subject, please let me know!

2007-08-14 17:35:10 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous

I took 4 days ago

2007-08-14 15:56:02 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

My friend normally takes melatonin when she's trying to get to sleep. I know that 3 mg is the proper dosage. However, my friend took 6 mg the other night. I was slightly concerned. Should I be worried? Or is melatonin not harmful whatsoever if you just double the normal supplement?

2007-08-14 15:07:47 · 4 answers · asked by sweetncuteblondewriter 1

When the huricane hits and there is no safe public water, how about putting some bottles of water in a car with the windows rolled up to pasturize it?

Please critically evaluate this idea. State reasoning clearly.

Here is a link on pasturizing water:
http://solarcooking.org/pasteurization/default.htm

And here is a link on how hot it can get in a car:
http://www.injuryprevention.org/states/la/hotcars/hotcars.htm

What factors would maximize the temperature. Which angle relative to the sun? Shades on the north side?

2007-08-14 14:43:28 · 2 answers · asked by skip 4

is the aceylated(sp?) form of the amino acid going to be more effective in hair growth. or does it have completely different properties. all i know is it helps with my hair growth but i dont know which would be better. is it safe to take both?

2007-08-14 09:41:44 · 2 answers · asked by mmirambeau 1

What is anti-inflammatory action of these drugs?

2007-08-14 08:20:54 · 3 answers · asked by doctorbochin 2

2007-08-14 06:28:35 · 6 answers · asked by pixie 2

2007-08-14 01:13:02 · 1 answers · asked by Rayan p 1

i mean; it makes no sense!! it serves no use as a correctional method... unless it's to produce volumetric thirst, but you don't get thirsty!!! aaaaagggggghhhhhhhh!! why??!!!

2007-08-13 23:37:59 · 10 answers · asked by precious 2

Even if the mosqiuto stings the person ,is there a medicine or something that can preven malaria from affecting ........ ? Thank you.

2007-08-13 23:01:25 · 8 answers · asked by scorpion 1

2007-08-13 22:14:49 · 3 answers · asked by ThanksBelit 2

2007-08-13 22:12:48 · 3 answers · asked by ThanksBelit 2

for example, hair nails and make up is cosmetology

2007-08-13 20:14:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

local control of the digestive system is done through--?--,where receptors & effectors are controlled with out direct input from the CNS.
a)long reflexes
b)short reflexes
c)parasymphathetic nervous system
d)GALT

2007-08-13 20:10:51 · 3 answers · asked by hewad k 1

What all does the notochord persist as in the adult human? One is the nucleus pulposus. What are the other remnants, if any?

2007-08-13 19:20:53 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

When u start to grow arm pit hair, does it mean that ur testosterone levels are increasing and that ur growth plates are gonna close soon?

2007-08-13 18:06:29 · 4 answers · asked by Andrew Reyes 1

There are some cells that can not go through Mitosis. In other words, an organism can not make any new ones when the cells die. Human nerve and muscle cells are examples. Explain how this might affect a person who has a heart attack and part of their heart muscle is damaged

2007-08-13 16:43:25 · 4 answers · asked by ~ Deeply Madly Truly ~ 1

I want to be a doctor and I've narrowed it down to three specialties. Which do you think is the most fun and most rewarding?

2007-08-13 15:59:40 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

a) feedback loops
b)the functions of the immune system
c) hemostasis
d) the cardiovascular system can locally constrict blood vessels to redirect blood flow where needed.
e)all of these are homeostatic mechanisms
f) none of these are homeostatic mechanisms.

2007-08-13 15:18:51 · 4 answers · asked by hewad k 1

2007-08-13 14:50:33 · 4 answers · asked by john c 1

I am AB-

2007-08-13 14:34:18 · 18 answers · asked by Kira 4

A friend of my mine tried ecstasy on Friday and I have only done it once, so I don't know what kind it was or what it was based with.

He said it was circular, blue and had the money sign ($) on it.

I know ecstasy is based with certain drugs like, herion, speed, coke, but I don't know too well so I was wondering if someone could tell me, and also tell me how strong the pill was? Was it good, bad, okay?

Thanks.

2007-08-13 14:05:17 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm planning on studying medicine and have eben studying it on my own for a few years now. I'm currently researching Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty, and I think have pretty much everything I need except one thing - I can't seem to figure out which analgesic and which sedative/s are used for the procedure. If anyone can help me out with this, I'd really appreciate it. Thanks, it'd be really useful. =)

2007-08-13 12:12:09 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

i need an answer because i can't choose between (medicine) and (architecture)..please help

2007-08-13 11:49:16 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

After finishing medical school and residency, what are the options for a pediatrician (not specialized)? I know you can join a private/group practice...but what are some other options.

What does a pediatrician who works in the hospital do? Are these jobs widely available?

What are teaching job? How much do these get paid?

Please describe in detail or leave a site where I can find information. The only thing you ever hear of is private practice...I know there are other opportunities out there also. I want to have a schedule that is somewhat family friendly. It seems hospitalists have that.

2007-08-13 05:19:38 · 4 answers · asked by me 3

why do we have to know the dominant hand of the patient during intravenous infusion?

2007-08-13 01:47:56 · 9 answers · asked by keon 1

A. White blood cells
B. Plasma
C. Lymph
D. Platelets
E. Red blood cells

2007-08-13 01:06:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

A seven month old male infant presents with bloody diarrhea and seems to have some unexplained bruises.
He has also has ‘cradle cap’ (eczema) and has been seen two months ago for a respiratory infection.
Blood analysis shows thrombocytopenia and small platelets, normal IgG, increased IgA and IgE and low IgM.

What is it?

2007-08-12 20:39:37 · 4 answers · asked by Anthony 2