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what are some of the free and low cost insurance options that will be available to young people starting october 1st?

as of october 1 there will be a number of options available to young adults. first in states that expand medicaid coverage all individuals and families under age 65 with incomes up to $15 282 for an individual and $31 322 for a family of four would become eligible for medicaid. this change extends eligibility for medicaid to an entire population of young adults previously ineligible for this free coverage. for young adults whose income is too high to qualify for medicaid and who do not have coverage through their parents or employers a number of other options will be available to them through the state health insurance exchanges. while young adults may select from any of the plan types offered on the exchanges (e. g. ppos hmos epos) there are two types of plans that may be particularly attractive to young healthy individuals: high deductible health plans (hdhps) and catastrophic plans. a hdhp is a health insurance plan that generally does not cover out-of-pocket expenses until an individual reaches his/her annual deductible (aside from expenses for certain preventive care identified by the plan such as childhood immunizations well-baby exams and periodic physicals). true to their name hdhps have very high deductibles. on the other hand premiums for these plans are usually substantially lower than premiums for other plan types. in addition hdhps often are offered with health savings accounts. these features make hdhps attractive to young healthy individuals who have relatively low out-of-pocket expenses. for young adults under the age of 30 another option available on the state insurance exchanges are catastrophic plans. a catastrophic plan is a plan that generally covers 3 primary care visits per year before an individual reaches his/her deductible. these plans provide coverage for essential health benefits after the plan's out-of-pocket maximum is met. in addition as alluded to above young adults who qualify as dependents may remain on their parents' policies until the age of 26.

found thyroid nodule is cnb the correct method to determine if benign or malignant?

hi this needs to be confirmed and the best method for doing this is cnb. its a simple procedure and causes very less pain. the tissue that is removed through cnb is sent for histopathology and confirmed for malignancy. this is “the ” confirmatory test. thanks

am i anorexic? . i've been oddly cold lately and very tired. my eating hasn't been normal for the past few months. some days i'll eat a lot and other days i eat one meal. my period didn't come this month so i got scared. i also feel weak while doing exercise like i'm going to faint. my friends have been telling me not to worry. should i see my doctor?

if you were anorexic you would know. i believe your body is just going through a period where it requires random amounts of nutrients although i'm not sure. anorexia is where a person one who is usually extremely small believes they are overweight or that if they eat they will become overweight. this makes them stop eating. you would probably have symptoms of depression or anxiety if you had anorexia. you should probably trust me lol i've had anorexia.

is it possible 2 carry a tubal baby 2 full term. my nipples are really tender and i have a discharge. but i had a tubal ligation done 10 years ago could i be pregnant? .

you cannot carry a tubal pregnancy to term and while there have been cases where a blotched tubal ligation resulted in a subsequent pregnancy there are very very rare. after a tubal ligation you are most likely permanently sterile. your tender breasts are likely to be cause by other reasons so please see your medical provider or gynecologist for a proper examination.

lost 100 lbs coccyx broken unable to move

hi. if the coccyx fracture has been left untreated and if its causing so many problems now then there are less chances that the fracture will unite now. u cant continue taking pain killers like this forever. u have 2 options. - 1. a local steroid injection shot may give you relief from the scar tissue. u cn repeat the injection for 2 more times if u get relief from the first one. option 2- removal of coccyx bone surgically. this is the last option thanks

is it ok to exercise when you have tonsillitis. i was just wondering if it is ok to exercise / workout and lift weights if you have tonsillitis and your throat hurts. i am taking antibiotics right now and i don't feel sick other than my throat hurts. this is my way of retaliating and fighting back and be positive and not worry about it. . please advise. thank you very much.

hi try being the real man and have them out save all your worrying but for the time being just put it to the back of your mind and work through it as long it does not affect your breathing your ok. good luck

is a bulge that popped out between myrib cage under the left breast a hernia. i have a bulge that popped out under myleft breast between my rib cage is this a hernia? and if so what kind?

hi i think you should see your doctor but sounds a bit high for a hernia. good luck

does yoga have an effect on type 2 diabetess

yoga has all types of beneficial effects so a person with diabetes most certainly will benefit.

i had rotatory cuff surgery and it locks up on me?

hi no this is not normal. such complaints can be there for 2-3 months after surgery but not after 1 year. the shoulder movements should be normal and there should be no pain after 1 year of surgery. consult your orthopedist and get examination and investigations done. thanks

what is seborrhoea as it relates to parkinson's disease?

seborrhoea is increased oily secretions from the sweat glands of the skin. it occurs often in those with parkinson's disease.

what can a pregnant woman take for a cold?

what cold medication can pregnant women take for sore throat?

what is the difference between valproic acid and sodium valproate?

valproic acid is a substrate that the body converts to the active form valproate. both valproic acid and valproate are used to help decrease seizures within the body. you may see both of these names when looking at a package insert or reading information about the drug.

if untreated will a vaginal yeast infection ever go away on it's own and what can happen if goes untreated?

sometimes if you can the symptoms long enough for your immune system to combat it. why would you wait? vaginal yeast infections are miserable and they are easy to treat with several over-the-counter vaginal yeast medications. if you don't like these messy creams or vaginal suppositories the you can ask your doctor for a prescription for difulcan (fluconazole). a pill that you swallow that will do the trick. the choice is yours. you can try waiting it out and hoping for the best but personally i think the best course of action would be to just treat it.

is it possible to get gastric bypass surgery with eosinophilic esophagitis? . i have eosinophilic esophagitis and i am trying to get gastric bypass. i was told by 1 doc that i can't get it done because he doesn't know enough about the ee and might pose additional problems. any insight on this and has it been done before?

i can't find any studies on eosinophilic esophagitis and bariatric surgery (gastric bypass) specifically so i don't know if it's been done before. however the fact your prospective surgeon said he wouldn't do it should be something of a red flag for you. i'd suggest you consult two or three other bariatric surgery specialists in your area to see what they say. you may find someone who has plenty of experience with the situation you describe and is willing to do the surgery or you may find they all advise against doing the surgery. then you'll have your answer. as you probably know there are many types of bariatric (weight loss) surgery besides gastric bypass. this webmd slideshow goes over several types of weight loss surgery. good luck to you!

should i go to the doctors i hit my head yesterday and today. diagnosed with chronic migraines hit head yesterday on table 2 fingers above temple got bump got migraine later and today 4 fingers inward of my ear hit head slipping on the stairs got bump. i took butalb/acet/caffeine (fioriceteq)--po t after i slipped down the stairs my head doesn't hurt but i hit my head 2x in 2days is that bad

it would depend on how hard you hit your head. did you break the skin or do you have a big gash? what symptoms are you experiencing? if you are feeling dizzy are losing vision having a severe headache or throwing up. then yes i would suggest you go see a doctor. hope this is helpful

what pregnancy changes may affect exercise?

physical changes during pregnancy create extra demands on your body. keeping in mind the changes listed below remember that you need to listen to your body and adjust your activities or exercise routine as necessary. your developing baby and other internal changes require more oxygen and energy. hormones produced during pregnancy cause the ligaments that support your joints to stretch increasing the risk of injury. the extra weight and the uneven distribution of your weight shift your center of gravity. the extra weight also puts stress on joints and muscles in the lower back and pelvic area and makes it easier for you to lose your balance.

can i take tamiflu and tylenol at the same time?

yes you can take tylenol (acetaminophen) and tamiflu together. make sure you follow the dosing instructions on the package of tylenol. if you ever have any questions about taking over-the-counter medications with prescription medications ask your pharmacist we are the medication experts.

i have itchy skin at the back of my right thigh what kind of skin condition is this?

hi this is contact dermatitis probably from your shampoo or shower gel try changing it good luck

what is chlamydia?

chlamydia ( chlamydia trachomatis ) is a bacterium that causes an infection that is very similar to gonorrhea in the way that it is spread and the symptoms it produces. it is common and affects approximately 4 million women annually. like gonorrhea the chlamydia bacterium is found in the cervix and urethra and can live in the throat or rectum. both infected men and infected women frequently lack symptoms of chlamydia infection. thus these individuals can unknowingly spread the infection to others. another strain (type) of chlamydia trachomatis which can be distinguished in specialized laboratories causes the std known as lymphogranuloma venereum.

how can i best reduce the chances of scarring?

don’t pick at the lesion. if it is a scar on the body keep it covered/moist.

my burps smell like rotten eggs accompanied by diarrhea and occasional vomiting! . this has been going on for about a month on and off. happens more often 3-5 hours after eating but does present itself randomly. i have tried digestive aiding supplements with no effect. also after a few hours of presenting itself my abdomen area feels bloated and i get terrible smelling gas. after it has built up and my abdomen is very "full" feeling is when i vomit. this is affecting my work and i desperately need help!

i have the same symptoms since i was a teen. i started noticing it when i would eat pizza and eggs with yolk. it has gotten worse and so i wrote everything i ate leading to the first symptom. egg burps. i spent a lot of time going through ingredients and they all have 1 thing in common pepper. anything i eat with any kind of black red white or cayenne pepper or habanero gives me extreme gas. then going through my list anything with spaghetti sauce or marinara sauce does it too. i decided to change my diet so i started a program called eas. they taught me how to eat healthy and work out right. i'm type 2 diabetic and since i started that program i lost 65 lbs cut all the food that was making me sick and replaced it with the food they suggest. my blood sugars are normal and best of all no egg burps no excessive gas no bloating and no explosive diarrhea. i'd recommend this to everyone. you get used to it very quick and you don't starve! you can find eas protein shakes and powder at wal mart by the pharmacy and they have a website www. bodyforlife. com. at least try it. i promise you will be so happy. i haven't had any of those symptoms for over 2 years now and i used to get them monthly

are there any studies of vaccines being linked to ms?

to my knowledge there are no vaccines that have been linked in any way to ms.

im 9dpo why is my cervix so high and soft its also tilted. can i be pregnant?

hi this below sould be very helpful to you. how to check your cervical position checking the cervical position takes some practice. a good time to try is after a bath or shower. always wash your hands well prior to checking your cervix. keep nails trim so as not to cause discomfort. sitting on the toilet or squatting or standing with one leg on the edge of the bathtub are good positions to be in. use the same position each time you check your cervix. gently insert one or two fingers into the vagina. feel for the cervix - located in the upper front or top. with practice you will start to notice the changes the cervix goes through during your monthly cycle. (some women are squeamish about checking during bleeding and wait until menstrual flow stops. ) because every woman’s cycle is different including the length of different phases of the cycle it may take several cycles before you get to know your own body. the position and texture of your cervix will change during your cycle: as for being tilted this will not stop you getting pregnant. do hope this helps you. good luck ps just what is 9dpo?

why does my girlfriend experience massive burning pain during penetration? . during sex my girlfriend suffers massive pain and we stop having sex. she seems to have a massive burning pain. this has been going on for a while now perhaps a year and a half. we are now put off from sex completely as a result of the pain and she is too shy and embarrassed to visit a doctor. we have tried using lubricant and we do engage in plenty of foreplay and believe that something else is wrong. we dont have any infections sti's or otherwise. please help

it's hard to know without talking to a doctor but here are some things to investigate that may help you find your answer. do you use latex condoms? if so try some polyurethane ones. does she feel pain when stretched with fingers or a sex toy? if not it might be nervousness shame or fear about sex that is causing the issue and relaxation exercises might help. does she have sensitivity to a certain kind of lube? if she's shy could she subconsciously be feeling the pain because she feels she shouldn't enjoy sex? until you find your answer there are plenty of non penetrative sex options that you both can enjoy. hands mouths soft places on the body and toys provide nearly unlimited options for fun.

can marijuana withdrawal cause panic attacks? . i've smoked marijuana for 10 years 2 or 3 small cigs a day in some periods even up to 10. i stopped smoking in the past for a few weeks and months. i quit a week ago and since then i've been feeling really weird. . i feel tickling on the chest tachycardia (specially when breathing out) and an irrational feel that i could drop dead. my mom checked my pulse and she said it's ok. so i think i am having panic attacks (never had one b4 so not sure). are these normal symptoms from detoxing? advice?

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i get out of puff by just sitting down had chest infection 2 yrs ago?

hi that is probably a chronic bronchitis. if you are smoker you have to quit. drink plenty of water and warm fluids. avoid low temperatures.

lumbar puncture complications. i had a lumbar puncture done in my local er 4 days ago to rule out meningitis. i have had severe neck pain (at the time) for 8 days with a headache. bp was 157/110. when the med student (at the hands of the er physician) took 6 tries to get it in the right place she then hit a tendon. the er dr. asked her if she heard that "pop" and explained to her she hit a tendon. could this be why i am still very sore at the sight? shouldnt they have explained this to me?

thank goodness you apparently don't have meningitis! how scary. in answer to your last question: yes i think the er doctor should have explained to you exactly what to expect after your lumbar puncture. in fact you should have received some sort of written instructions. beyond that i think they should have given you additional verbal information about what to expect due to experiencing six attempts. it's possible the site is still sore because of multiple tries and because of hitting a tendon. however if you begin to run a fever it's time to seek medical attention. fever could be a sign of infection. lumbar punctures are performed under sterile conditions but infection can occur after-the-fact. i don't think four days of soreness at the puncture site is unreasonable but if you're concerned you might give your primary care provider a call. it never hurts (no pun intended) to get these things checked out. i hope you feel better soon! also you should know that after a spinal tap you are supposed to rest at least 24 hours after having the procedure. i've had viral meningitis before so when i have similar symptoms the er doctor will give me a spinal tap. thankfully those have come up negative. unfortunately the first spinal tap i had after have the viral meningitis no one told me i was supposed to rest for 24 hours and i went to church 6 hours later. i was back in the er 2 hours after church (wanted to stay to teach sunday school before going back to the hospital). make sure to always ask questions!

very bad stomach pain in the mornings. every morning about 10-15 minutes after my fiance wakes up he has severe stomach pains. a lot of times it will bring him to his knees it hurts so bad. sometimes it will subside just a little if he passes gas but a lot of the times nothing will help. now he also has bad acid reflux a lot so i dont know if some how this could be related? i'm just trying to figure out what it might be. doctors tell him to try gas medicine but it dont work well. what could be wrong?

can be caused by alcohol abuse or eating too much animal proteins in the evening meals this among many other issues.

is garcinia mangostana safe to take with crestor?

in general it's best to discuss with your the herbs supplements extracts cleanses and any other substances you regularly ingest because many of them do indeed interact with medications like crestor (atorvastatin). i'm not familiar with garcinia mangostana in particular but your safest option is not to take it unless your health care provider or pharmacist has told you it's ok. wishing you well!

both sides of my face eyes and nose twitch (convulsive movement) what should i do?

these are usual flickers and fasciculations of muscle. happen usually due to low vitamin b12 levels. get your blood vitamin b12 levels checked. botox can surely help.

my lymph nodes under my arm are swollen. pain level 8. went to er no solution need advice?

hi this is probably a viral infection you need a to take a sample by needle aspiration antiviral treatment will be prescribed accordingly ( probably more than one viral infection will be found ) i recommend haste as your body is currently fighting to prevent spreadgood luck

i have migraine headaches blurred vision disoriented slurred speech fever weakness nothing is helping me?

cryselle long term use can cause your migraines also long term use of pain killers can cause morning headaches i recommend asking your gynaecologist to switch cryselle good luck

hi i have sjogrens syndrome and woke up today with a rash on both feet?

hi rash is a common symptom of sjogrens syndrome nothing to worry about good luck

is a bladder sling used for lumbar fusion surgery? . i think i remember my surgeon saying he used a sling to keep it out of the way when working on the cage? damn drugs. my mind was a haze.

well your best bet honestly is to contact your surgeon's office and ask them directly. they can look the information up in your chart. but i can tell you that "bladder sling" is a term normally used regarding bladder suspension surgery in women with prolapsed bladders. a bladder sling restores the urinary bladder to its correct position within the pelvic cavity. (men with urinary incontinence after prostatectomy may also have bladder sling surgery. ) in lumbar fusion surgery the approach normally is from the back. (did you lie face-down for your surgery? ) the abdominal cavity is never entered so the positioning of your bladder is of no consequence. you likely did have a foley catheter inserted to drain your bladder for your comfort during surgery but this probably was removed before you even woke up from surgery. i hope this helps!

what are the ways to remove acne scars?

for acne take a course of tablet azithromycin 500 mg daily on three consecutive days in a week for four to six weeks and continue with benzoyl peroxide 2. 5 percent gel on the pimples in the morning and adapalene gel at night on the pimples. as far as scars are concerned you can try using tretinoin 0. 05 percent cream on the scars at night. it will not have significant benefit but you can give it a try. otherwise you can consider going for laser treatment microneedling sessions or surgical correction for the scars. besides this avoid oiling of scalp keep your face dry avoid using creams and moisturizers and reduce the intake of sugary foods. for breast changes and lump i would recommend you to consult a surgeon as he will be able to guide you better regarding these symptoms. for dandruff use a ketoconazole shampoo every alternate day to start with and then taper slowly once improvement is seen. along with this use a good quality conditioner after hair wash and start with tablet keraglo eva (gamma lenolenic acid) once daily for hair fall. this needs to be continued for a minimum of three to four months. for back pain consult an orthopedician and for allergy consult an ent specialist. baking soda and lemon juice will not have any effect on acne scars. so you can stop using them. dairy products are known to aggravate acne so reduce their intake. i do not think the burning sensation is due to acne scars. you should go for la shield sunscreen gel over your entire face at intervals of three to four hours during the daytime. for further information consult a dermatologist online --> <link>

my husband woke up with pain all over pain intensity 9 on a scale of 1-10

in my opinion this fast onset can not not be explained by any virus also where is the rash and fever? i suspect renal failure check his kidney functions asap good luck

had sex with my partner after she got cured from chicken pox is it herpes zoster or simplex the rash near penis? . i went to doctor showed him my rash near my genital area and he diagnosed as herpes simplex but also he mentioned to take sample so he can confirm zoster or simplex. then he just prescribed me valacyclovir(works for both) fucidin and dermacyn. i forgot to mention to him that before she had the rash on her vagina lips she just had chickenpox and then i had sex with her after she got healed or almost but she got this similar/same rash somehow afterwards. hs or hz? ( i had chickenpox in my childhood)

hi see if this helps you more than me reason for this link is this you can see your sore and i cant so if you read down this list you can pick out your own sores then you will know what you have or even both of you. <link> just copy into google to the www. to open and read. do hope this helps you both. good luck

how to clear up acne. so i have dealt with acne for a while now and i have very sensitive skin and i'm always breaking out and getting dark spots. i just want to know what the best thing to do or face wash to use to get rid of my acne

1 - make sure none of your cleansers have any additives and they are all very gentle. 2 - wash up to twice a day but don't scrub or over wash. 3 - try simple salicylic acid wipes or face wash. 4 - don't use harsh scrubs they will make things worse. 5 - try not to touch your face during daily life.

what type of cough medicine do you give a child less than one year old and also has sneezing and a slight fever

none. it is not recommended that you give any cough expectorant or suppressant to a child under age one. coughing helps clear their airway of mucous. while this may be annoying to both of you coughing is beneficial to prevent pneumonia. i cannot diagnose your child blindly over the internet but if the cough persists you will need to have him/her examined. you can do "mucous management" however --- saline nasal sprays nasal aspiration and using a cool mist humidifier in the child's room.

can i take epsom salt baths if i have kidney disease?

yes. you will not absorb any of those epsom salts into your body and a bath will not harm your kidneys.

what is a good basic skin regimen for improving acne?

these are all good basic skin regimens that may help with the acne battle: cleanse twice daily with a 5% benzoyl peroxide wash. an alternative for those who are allergic to benzoyl peroxide is 2% salicylic acid. apply a gel or cream containing 5% benzoyl peroxide; an alternative is sulfur or resorcinol. at night apply a spot cream containing sulfur to the affected areas. use a light skin moisturizer and water-based oil-free makeup.

risk of mixing norco valium and alcohol?

lots of risks. i don't think this should ever be done. i don't know why you are taking these meds the dosages or the amount or form of alcohol but making narcotics and potential suppressants togther with alcohol can be a lethal formula.

i had the flu or bronchitis and now developed serious sinus infection?

in my opinion you have a sinus infection. and using your own salt for the netti pot caused severe burning and did not clear the sinus. i recommend a broad spectrum antibiotic course. then a nasal decongestant like otrivin and use physiomer solution or its substitutes to clear the sinusitis. vapour baths can help also.

i have the single transverse palmar crease on one hand does that mean i carry the downsyndrome gene even if i am not ds. also does having this crease mean if i get pregnant my baby will be at risk of having down syndrome? i do not have down syndrome and there is no history of it in my family but i have the crease and wondering if it will mean those questions i just asked.

no. that is not a definitive sign. although a single transverse crease does appear with down syndrome it is not the only sign of this genetic disorder nor does it mean that you are prone to have a child with down syndrome.

what happens if you have type 1 diabetes and epilepsy and become pregnant? how severe are the health risks? . i heard that death during pregnancy is very likely. is this true?

hi sorry on doing research on your problem there is not much to look as all research tends to separate the two even if showing something related. try putting your question on a couple of pregnancy sites see if they can find you some leads. my problem is i'm off line for around five days as i'm on my way back to greece. but if you do read down the two nhs links there are problem with both so there must be some similarities that combined at some points so it where these meet that your looking for to get answers or try finding an obstetrician who works in your field with your problems. hope this helps you. good luck

how often can you get steroids shots for back pain? . can you have a second shot in a day or two if the first shot isnt helping? what would happen if you got a second shot 2 or 3 days after the first shot?

i get mine done every 2 weeks. i was told that 2 weeks is the minimum that you can get them done because depending on the type that your getting some need to have time to build up in your system and others take a few days in order to take full effect.

what other options do i have for hair loss?

hair loss automatically results in baldness. there can be many reasons for hair loss like no proper sleep no proper protein rich diet lot of stress etc. there are alternatives as you tried to decrease hair loss but it is very slow process. i would suggest you to go for hair transplant for hair re-growth. this process is very simple and you can trust it. the hair transplant cost is also in the budget. the latest techniques for this are fue and fut. try this and feel the difference. www(dot)akclinics(dot)com

last period was jan 17. sex on feb 3/4. preg test on fed 23 was neg. but i feel pregnate. can i be? . have been pregnant many times before. this feels like i am pregnant. all the signs are there. could it just be too early to show on home test?

some times you are pregnant and the home pregnancy test will show a negative this is common it is best to go see a doctor get a authentic test from your doctor whether it be a blood test or a urine test.

is stress worse then smoking during pregnancy?

hi if you went cold turkey and just stopped smoking then you would find that very stressful so not knowing just how much you smoked lets say its 20 a day? so for the next 20 days cut one out every other day so your now down to ten a day and you feeling good about your self not quite as hard as you thought now cut out the habit smoking over the next week like the one with your first cup of joe the one after breakfast the one after lunch the one after dinner your just doing one a day so after that week your now down to 6 a day and your doing good so over the next week you now cut out 3 more so now you down to three a day and feeling really good about stay on this 3 a day for the next week then at the end of that week say bye bye smokes. but here is the kick in the tail from now on your just between smokes one day at a time when you can get to my daily record which now stands at 17 years plus see this plan worked for me way back in 1996 around march i think. but you must remember smoking is a drug and its so nice to have kicked the habit but there are times when i could kill for a smoke and so will you but be strong and keep it to just between smokes. good luck you will need it and less stressful.

does bladder cancer surgery cause impotence

the answer is maybe. unfortunately since all bladder cancer surgery is different. all cancers are different in the areas they involve and all surgeons differ. the only person that could answer this question specifically would be surgeon who performed the procedure.

i had 2 endometrial biopsy-both came negative do i need another biopsy?

in my opinion this symptom is not worrying cause. unless you develop reoccurrence or new symptoms there is no need to go with further tests. although i re ommend regular checkup by usg to monitor the fibroids.

total cholesterol 268- triglycerides 238- hdl 49- vldl cholest cal 48- ldl 171- are these counts serious?

according to the american heart association a total cholesterol over 240 doubles your risk of heart disease compared to someone with a total cholesterol of 200. what adds to your risk is your high triglycerides combined with a high ldl (bad cholesterol). your hdl doesn't put you at increased risk but having a high hdl (60 or higher) is protective against heart disease. so yes you should take these numbers seriously. the good news is there's much you can do to improve your numbers including eating a healthy diet exercising and watching added sugars and alcohol consumption. for cholesterol basics see this article and for more on what those numbers mean see this one. take care of yourself!

is it ok to give children vitamins or supplements when they have a cold?

it’s not a bad idea to encourage your children to eat foods that are rich in vitamin c or take vitamin c supplements when they have a cold. “this could help resolve symptoms more quickly ” says elizabeth shepard md clinical associate professor of pediatrics lucile packard children’s hospital and stanford university school of medicine palo alto calif. oranges broccoli strawberries and bell peppers are loaded with vitamin c. follow dosing instruction on vitamin labels carefully. there have been some concerns about the use of intranasal zinc in children. the fda recently advised consumers -- including kids -- to stop using zicam cold remedy nasal gel zicam cold remedy nasal swabs and zicam cold remedy swabs kids size (a discontinued product) because they are associated with the loss of sense of smell. check with your health care provider or pharmacist before giving your child any supplements or vitamins to find out if they are safe and effective.

can the paleo diet raise my cholesterol. my wife is on the paleo diet and i have joined her (to some degree). i eat two eggs every morning along with 2 pieces of bacon. i use coconut oil along with real butter to cook with. could these factors be raising my cholesterol?

research shows that over the short-term low carbohydrate/high protein diets have beneficial effects on blood lipids especially raising the good kind of cholesterol hdl. it's important to note that some of the benefits seen in cardiovascular risk factors may be due to the weight loss that accompanies such diets. there isn't much data regarding the long-term effects on cholesterol especially ldl. some of the foods avoided on paleo help keep cholesterol (ldl) down such as oats and beans. so it is possible that your cholesterol could go up especially once you are done losing weight. i recommend getting lab work done so you can track your blood lipid levels. best paleo recipes books for good health<link>

why do nipples get hard during exercise? . i'm not cold when i exercise in the gym but my nipples are always erect. what is the physiological response that's taking place?

your nipples most likely become erect during exercise as part of the thermoregulation process of maintaining your body’s internal core temperature or as a result of other stimuli. there doesn’t seem to be a clear agreement for the physiological response that is taking place during exercise specifically but here are a few ideas: • your body heats up during exercise and it produces sweat as a response. your sweat evaporates from your skin removing heat and cooling your body in the process. your nipples can become erect as they are being cooled since coldness is a stimulus for erect nipples. • exercise shirts are designed to be “breathable” by increasing circulation to disperse heat away from your skin. this increased airflow and circulation could compound the cooling effect of evaporation. • your nipples are very sensitive so the continual friction caused by your shirt vigorously moving back and forth as you exercise may be irritating them. • your body may just be at a heightened state of arousal during exercise. this doesn’t mean sexual arousal rather just a physiological state of heighted autonomic arousal that you experience during exercise in the same way that you experience changes to heart rate respiratory rate perspiration etc. erect nipples may just be another natural component of that. try to take notice of when you first experience this happening so that maybe you can better identify what’s triggering it. if it bothers you i would suggest wearing a padded exercise bra if you’re a woman or experiment with different clothing materials for your shirt. try putting your exercise shirt as a base layer and a cotton t-shirt over it to help keep you warm and to cover it up. you can also buy nipple covers or put a band-aid over them to help conceal them.

can untreated yeast infection lead to ringworm

no. these are different fungi.

i had accident whiplash pain in shoulder and collar bone?

its less likely to be a bony pain. a pinched nerve or local soft tissue inflammation seems to be a cause . if medicines dont help then a local steroid injection shot at the painful area will be of use

what is the math of a 48 year old and a 52 year having a baby. signed worriedcoldstorm

you can't do the "math" unless you have all of the numbers in the equation. i do not know anything about the medical history of either person. it will depend on the medical status of the 48 year old (man or woman? ) and the 52 year old (man or woman? ) so i would suggest that you visit your respected medical providers for a consultation. conceiving at a later age is not something you should consider unless you have all of the facts.

is it better to wash your face before you exercise and sweat?

there's really not much point in washing your face before exercise. you need to cleanse your skin after exercising and sweating in order to make sure you don't develop blocked pores or possible fungal infections of the skin. interestingly it's equally important to thoroughly dry your skin after exercising. fungal infections such as " jock itch " can arise if the skin stays damp. so be sure to towel off thoroughly and perhaps apply powder if you can't get completely dry. ps: women can get "jock itch " too. hope this helps!

would lomitil loratiine albuteral give a false positive for methadone

lomotil? maybe. this has a chemical structure similar to narcotics. the others medications. no. i don't know why you would be on lomotil a potent anti-diarrhea drug.

can hot baths or spas help alleviate arthritis pain?

many people with arthritis find good relief from pain and stiffness with hot baths or spas. the moist heat increases muscle relaxation boosts blood supply to the site of pain and relieves rigidity and spasms in the muscles. but avoid hot tubs or spas if you have diabetes high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease or if you are pregnant.

i have severe constipation. i went to the hospital but no bowel movements since?

you should try making your intestine rich in water by drinking a plenty of water about 3litred daily eat fibers rich diet 5 meals of fiber daily. olive oil is a natural laxative taken a spoon in mornings on a cup of water. walking. motilium is good for you take a tablet 3times before meals. coloverin d is good for ibs and bloating.

i have fluid behind my left eardrum. what steps can i take to get it to drain? i have dizziness & fullness please help!

middle ear fluid (effusion) tends to be reabsorbed by the body rather than drain although some my drain down the eustachian tubes to the back of the throat. if the fluid become thick or even glue-like it will not naturally drain and must be surgically removed by an ent specialist. fluid lasting longer than 3-4 months should be managed by the ent. there is little that can be done medically but some clinicians feel that decongestants help. studies have not proven they are effective however.

6 wks pregnant- was in mild car accident. sore back. is it safe to use a heating pad?

hope you are alright! you can try any simple pain releiving gel for local application and a hot water bag. ensure everything else is ok. take care

can shingles occur in the scalp

yes. it felt like i had a sunburn on my scalp when i brushed by hair. all on one side of my head.

does consuming folic acid makes our body fat? . i am planning to have a baby. my query is if iconsume folic acid tablets everyday as prescribed. will i become fat. i am lean now

folic acid does not cause you to gain weight or be fat. pregnancy on the other hand will definitely cause you to put on some extra weight.

is tightness in the uterus and vaginal discharge a possible pregnancy symptom five days after sex? i'm on the pill. 5 days ago i had sex with my bf for the first time and 3 days ago we had sex again. i'm on the pill and take it at the same time every day but we didn't use a condom. i have a weird feeling in my uterus. a tingling/pulling feeling and like something is there. i've been pregnant before and i remember this same feeling (although not this early on or maybe this time i'm more aware). could i be pregnant? are there any other explanations for what this tight feeling in my uterus may be?

congratulation your prego

is it safe to use vicodin before going to the dentist. any time i get novocaine on the left side of my mouth it takes 4 or 5 shots to numb up. the nerve isn't where its supposed to be. can i take one vicodin an hour before going in?

your best bet is to call your dentist to find out if he or she is comfortable with your plan. in terms of bleeding or anything like that though taking vicodin (hydrocodone/apap) would not be a problem because it does not contain any blood-thinning medication. many dentists in fact advise self-medicating with a pain reliever or anti-anxiety medication before a dental visit so your dentist may not have a problem with your taking hydrocodone before a visit. but you'll only find out by asking. if you decide to take hydrocodone before your dental visit be sure to disclose this to the dentist especially if he or she then prescribes you another narcotic pain reliever. you never want to mix two narcotic pain relievers! wishing you all the best!

should you get tested for celiac disease?

anyone with symptoms should talk to their doctor about getting a blood test -- and perhaps anyone with any of the secondary conditions such as the brittle bone disease osteoporosis or infertility. one study suggests that screening people with osteoporosis for celiac disease may help improve treatment and reduce the risks associated with fragile bones.

pain behind right eye blurriness headache sinus pain?

i can tell you that all you need now is hot drinks ibuprofen tabs and pseudoephedrine hydrichloride tabs its a classic condition of frontal and sphenoidal sinusitis use the upwritten regimen and observe if within 5 there is no improvement try to contact a new doctor. do not take antibiotics your fever is of a viral. cause not bacterial no need for antibiotics in the meanwhile as lond as the antipyretics are doing their jobhope you get well soon

what are the symptoms of colon cancer?

my mom is diagnosed with this and her symptoms were tiredness sharp pain on left side bloating and blood in her stools.

my 15 year old has stomach cramps feeling nauseous and no appetite?

almost gastritis. start giving alkaline foods. avoid spixy…citrus. caffeine. chocolate. drink plenty of water and breathing exercises… further pains or discomfort consult a git specialist.

can a doctor change a dosage of a medication without consulting the patient?

since the doctors are the ones who prescribe they really can change dosages amounts etc. but i think it would not be wise to do so without consulting the patient. call your doctor and ask. he/she could have made a mistake.

what should i do if i suspect an overdose of citalopram?

if overdose is suspected contact a poison control center or emergency room immediately. us residents can call the us national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

i have poison ivy and was given steroids. i cleared up and now i am breaking out again. why? . they also gave me a shot in the hospital

i'm sorry to hear you got poison ivy. ouch! i hope by now your rash has cleared up. i'm not sure why the rash would come back after clearing up unless you were exposed to poison ivy again or if the source of the first rash wasn't poison ivy like you thought it was. whenever symptoms come back after treatment -- or never clear up even with medication -- it's a good idea to go back to the doctor. these situations deserve to be re-evaluated. steroids can calm down many different types of rashes. however if the cause of your rash was from within your system (shingles for example) then the rash could return after the course of steroids was complete. anyway i hope things turned out well for you!

i have had lumps and white discoloration on my tongue and coughing up blood?

many possibilities could be there. reflux laryngitis is among them. have you ever suffered gastric reflux? is your cough productive? mucus? if the blood is fresh then it is mostly due to dryness and coughing altogether. try gargling with salt warm water. avoid fatty foods. caffeine and chocolate.

is taking drugs while your pregnant considered child abuse?

i assume you are talking about illicit/illegal drugs since not all drugs are bad. antibiotics for instance. any pregnant woman who knowingly takes illicit drugs like cocaine or methamphetamines as an example is causing this innocent life unbelievable harm. this is definitely child abuse and if this child is born addicted or test positive for those drugs she will have to deal with the child-protective authorities and law enforcement and risk losing her child.

did i dislocate my shoulder while bodybuilding?

probably a guarding spasm and sublaxated shoulder joint… do not over load your muscles… train by repetition rather than weight increasing. use ice packs then hot packs after 3 days. ant inflammatory gel. and avoid lifting on this joint for a week then start gradually …

what does an excessive amount of vaginal discharge mean? . lately this week i've been experiencing an excessive amount of vaginal discharge. at first it was chalky but now it's all liquid and moist. it has this weird smell. there's itching but no burning. what could this possibly mean? and what tests should i take?

hi this is from the uk's nhs sounds just like your symptoms? white or grey fishy-smelling discharge if your vaginal discharge is grey or develops a strong fishy smell particularly after sexual intercourse you could have bacterial vaginosis (bv). bv is an imbalance in the normal bacteria found in your vagina. it does not usually cause itching or irritation. like thrush bv is very common and is not sexually transmitted. it is easily treated with antibiotics. see your gp for a prescription. now you can either go the antibiotic way or if your one of these people who's against. antibiotics because there to much use of them ok there is lots of natural ways you can try now just google each one for bv. like garlic for bv boric acid for bv sea salt for bv or look through these links one at a time. <link> <link> <link> just google each at one at a time copy to the www. to open and read. do hope this helps you. good luck

i was diagnosed with diabetes shouldn’t my doctor suggest metformin?

hba1c levels above 6. 5% is considered to be diabetes. and you already have 7. diet and lifestyle will definitely help but you should monitor your blood sugar levels by checking your fasting the post prandial blood sugar levels. in case if they are consistently high then it is always better to take oral hypoglycemic drugs like metformin and others under supervision of a diabetologist. so my advice is to check for 15 days regularly and consult a diabetologist. hope this helps.

my teenage son takes 25 mg of adderall. how can he improve his organizational and time management skills?

organizational problems are commonly (but not always) seen in children or teens with adhd. unfortunately medication that is effective for the other adhd symptoms of inattention impulsivity and hyperactivity may not touch the disorganization. a change in meds can be tried but may not make a difference. adderall xr is approved for doses up to 30mg. your prescribing physician may be willing to try a higher dose if there are no significant side effects at the current 25 mg dose. i would work on organizational strategies with him.

could i be pregnant? started feeling symptoms b4 i got my period in july and after. took 2 tests and they were +. i had my period in july(14-1<positive_smiley> and even before my period i started feeling symptoms like vomiting sleeping lots cramping and sore breasts. and a week after my period i bled for a cpl hrs (jul 27). so i took 2 tests( on aug 1) 2 weeks after the last day of my period and they were both positive. pregnant?

it is possible that you are pregnant but it could also have been a miscarriage. you should definitely go see your doctor. it is pretty uncommon to get a false positive on a pregnancy test. good luck to you

what happens if you feed four month old cereal in every bottle. what could happen if you make a thick cereal bottle every time for a four month old baby?

the baby is not likely to get the proper nutrition that would be supplied by the same volume of formula or breast milk. i am not a big fan of thickening formula with cereral. after a baby is six months old they can have cereal but it is bettter to feed them with a little spoon so that they learn how to eat (they already no how to suck).

is sapho (synovitis acne pustulosis hyperostosis and osteitis) syndrome related to other joint conditions?

some researchers believe that the sapho syndrome is related to the group of arthritis conditions that typically affect the spine called the spondyloarthropathies.

i stepped on a rusty nail 6/16/2013. i had a tetanus booster in 2008 after an injury. do i need to get another one now? . yesterday i stepped on a rusty nail while i was out by the horses. it went through my shoe and into my foot about 1/4" deep. it only bled about a drop so i soaked it last night in warm salt water for about an hour to help clean it out. i know i had a tetanus booster in 2008 after an injury. i do not remember if i have had one since then. i have been told that tetanus boosters are good for 5-10 years. do i need to get another booster now or is the one i know i got in 2008 sufficient?

tetanus shots are statistically good for ten years although many clinicians will suggest a booster after five years. tetanus shots only prevent tetanus (lockjaw). it does not prevent a wound infection so watch for any signs of infection. it is really up to you to get a tetanus booster or not but theoreticallyl your vaccine is 2008 is still effective.

my husband has poison ivey on both arms pretty badly. his left hand is very swollen. dr visit? treating w/ hct1%& ben. c. i am concerned about the swelling he doesn't feel he needs to seethe dr. but i do. he can still make a fist but not easily.

severe poison ivy is often treated with prescription oral steroids like prednisone so his doctor may need to give him more than this very minor treatment he is receiving now.

i have yellow bumps in my throat?

hi this is upper respiratory tract infection. hot saline water / betadine mouth gargles with antibiotics will help. multivitamin tablets will accelerate the recovery process. thanks

bright red bleeding about 1 week before my period. not alot to fill a pad mostly on tissue and in the toliet. could something be wrong? no cramping just a headache. had been nausea. no clots either. my periods are usually normal but sometimes not. i had some sharp pain in my side toward the lower pelvic area. please help? thanks

hi bright red means fresh blood this means you have a problem get to your doctor or gyno asap if not an er hope this helps. good luck

my husband has extreme heat sensation between his legs in groin area when lying down. . none of our doctors seem to be very interested when we tell them. however it is so severe he has to use a cold pack in order to sleep.

hi found you a link that could be it but it can go in a couple of different ways as you will see start just down on the right hand side. <link> just copy into google to the www. to open and read. hope this helps where doctors dare no tread? good luck

what factors do i need to consider when starting to compare insurance plans?

this is a really important question when it comes to finding the right insurance for you and your family. it's a big decision. first and foremost check to see if treatment and medication you need are included in the plan. second if it is important for you to keep your doctor and other providers make sure they participate in any plan you choose. third check to see how much the plan will cost you including the annual cost (premium) and any additional out of pocket costs such as deductibles and co-payments.

my 6mth old weighs only 12. 8 lbs and has had diarrhea for 3 weeks what tests could be done to help determine the cause. after the first week i took her to the doctor and they diagnosed her with ear infections. she started augmentin a week later i took her back because she was still having diarrhea and loss of apetite and fevers ranging from 99. 0 - 102. 7 rectally. her wbc was 9. 5 and they said it was probably a virus. now another week has passed and she isn't better. no fevers that i have noticed but she is having watery bowel movements about 6 times a day and is only eating about 16 oz of formula a day.

first off you want to check for signs of dehydration including fewer wet diapers less play sunken eyes sunken fontanelle (soft spot on baby's head) loss of skin turgor and dry mucous membranes. the fact that your baby isn't eating enough for adequate growth is another consideration. six months is also the time to start solids which is important for development and nutrition. this webmd article discusses various causes of diarrhea in babies. i would contact your doctor to find out if he or she wants you to come back in or get referred to a gastroenterologist. i think your gut is saying something isn't right -- and that is very important in my book. there may be a chance that your baby is intolerant to lactose. i would take her to the doctor and demand action. for the moment you could feed your baby cooled boiled water to ensure that she is receiving enough fluid the body can cope better without food than it can without fluid. i hope you find this useful and i hope your baby feels better soon.

when can i take nsaids after gastric surgery. i had gastric sleeve surgery on march 24 2014 i'm wondering if i can take nsaids anymore. i have arthritis and i want to take mobic.

ansaids are bad for your esophagus over a long period of time. i have been there and know first hand. they will cause you to eventually have to have a surgery called "nissen fundolacation. " (where your erosion has to be repaired)

scoliosis. should i be concerned with changes? . i'm 26 never seen a specialist but was diagnose with the disorder when i was 12. i now have bad posture and pulling my head forward kills me. should i be concerned?

scoliosis typically does not progress or change after you stopped growing. mild scoliosis does not require treatment but there are dozen and dozens of causes of back pain. your first step is to see that specialist -- one who treats back problems like a neurosurgeon -- to see if there is a discoverable cause. if your symptoms are caused by bad posture poor ergonomics at work etc. then special exercises can help.

why do black people have a different smell?

there are no differences in the smell of anyone of a different race. skin color does not have an odor. that is not to say that humans do not have their own smells. a person who eats different or aromatic foods or spices can smell different to someone who is not familiar with the smell. a person who smokes smells quite different to a non-smoker. a person who is not diligent in their personal hygiene practices can have all sorts of body odors. i have set with plenty of them on a crowded plane. there may be a smell of poverty when someone wants to be clean but does not have the same access to a shower or laundry facilities like you do. some people do not wear deodorant or use cologne. some use too much and make my eyes water. smells are in the nose of the beholder. to say that a black person smells different than any other race can be considered a racist statement. one that has absolutely no speck of truth. racial differences usually result from genetic adaptations to climate. dark skin is protected from sunburn but absorbs more heat produces more sweat. blacks sweat more than whites. as sweat evaporates it cools. good. but. sweat carries with it many organic and inorganic compounds pretty much same as in urine which beneficial bacteria on the skin consume and "poop" on the skin. blacks wind up with more pee and bacteria poop it is that which does not smell good on the skin. a lot of it is not "stink" "per se" all races have a unique smell generally we each like "our own" think "different" is unpleasant. not really.

how many hydroco 7. 5 can u take at one time?

you can take the dosage that has been specifically prescribed for you by your medical provider. not more.

is it safe to have sex laying on your stomach if your one month pregnant?

hi cant see how it would hurt you or the foetus it would be so small. but just how would you know your pregnant at 4 weeks? good luck

what are the early signs of hiv/aids infection?

early signs of hiv/aids infection can include flu-like symptoms unexplained rashes fungal infections in the throat and unusual tiredness. as the disease progresses and the immune system is compromised cancers and life-threatening infections such as cytomegalovirus can occur. often however early infection with hiv/aids has no symptoms. an estimated one-quarter of americans who carry the virus -- 250 000 in all -- don’t know they are infected. that’s why being tested is so important. if you are sexually active with more than one partner -- or have any reason to think you might have been exposed to hiv in the past -- go in for screening.

fingered a day ago and now vagina swollen inside? . i got fingered 2 days in a row a day ago. it was the first time someone did that. now the inside of my vagina is swollen. the walls feel puffy but are painless. i cant insert a whole finger in. its been a day and the swollen has gone down a bit but barely. he washed his hands before and doesnt have long nails. i dont know whats wrong and im really worried. what should i do?

if you are not improving in a day or so you may need to see a medical provider for an examination. medical providers are bound by confidentiality so please don't worry that your secret will be revealed to a parent. just insist on being in the exam room alone and then disclose how this happened. what you tell a parent is really up to you. in the meantime spend some time sitting in a hot bathtub. and keep fingers and other objects out of your vagina until you have healed.

my father is suffering from grade 4 fibrosis with cirrhosis suffering nausea and vomiting.

hi such indigestion and vomitting problems are quite common after liver cirrhosis and fibrosis as ththe digestive mechanism of food is hampered. the medicines that he has been prescribed are fine you can add digestive enzymes liv 52 tablets for better digestion. a biliary obstruction needs to be ruled out if the symptoms do not improve. thanks

does prednisone interact with depo-provera. i have been told i have lupus symptoms and i take prednisone given by my doctor. i also have been on the depo shot for 6 yrs and take effexor 150mg for depression. can these medicine's interact with my depo shot

hi according to drugs com there are no inter-reactions on either of you drugs with depo shot. for your depression have you thought of trying any natural ways if not just google natural ways out of depression lots of ways to try even meditation could be a way out. do hope this helps. good luck