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what would cause pain in abdoman and mid-back area streching or taking deep breaths after gallbladder removal surgery? . surgery was three weeks ago there were no complications mostly healed nothing went wrong with the surgery.

it's hard to say what's causing this. although outwardly everything may look healed that's not necessarily the case inside. it takes about 6 weeks for scar tissue to become as strong as suture. it's possible you popped a small suture during stretching which is now causing you a little pain. or it's possible this is simply residual pain from the surgery. it's not uncommon for nerves that were cut during surgery to start "waking up" around this timeframe. you might expect on-and-off pain from this nerve healing process for several months. if you've been doing vigorous exercising i'd advise you to speak with your doctor. it's possible you worked out too hard to quickly. this probably wouldn't cause any serious or lingering health problems but it's worth investigating. if you haven't been cleared by your surgeon to exercise then you should stop until you have clearance. wish i could give you a better answer but it's impossible to say what's going on here without a physical exam. if the pain persists or if you suddenly spike a fever over 101f you definitely need to seek medical attention. wishing you all the best!

what are the symptoms of lactose intolerance?

the common primary symptoms of lactose intolerance are gastrointestinal include: abdominal pain diarrhea flatulence (passing gas) less common symptoms of lactose intolerance include: abdominal bloating abdominal distention nausea unfortunately these symptoms can be caused by several gastrointestinal conditions or diseases so the presence of these symptoms is not very good at predicting whether a person has lactase deficiency or lactose intolerance. symptoms occur because the unabsorbed lactose passes through the small intestine and into the colon. in the colon one type of normal bacterium contains lactase and is able to split the lactose and use the resulting glucose and galactose for its own purposes. unfortunately when they use the glucose and galactose these bacteria also release hydrogen gas. some of the gas is absorbed from the colon and into the body and is then expelled by the lungs in the breath. most of the hydrogen however is used up in the colon by other bacteria. a small proportion of the hydrogen gas is expelled and is responsible for the increased flatulence (passing gas). some people have an additional type of bacterium in their colons that changes the hydrogen gas into methane gas and these people will excrete only methane or both hydrogen and methane gas in their breath and flatus. not all of the lactose that reaches the colon is split and used by colonic bacteria. the unsplit lactose in the colon draws water into the colon (by osmosis). this leads to loose diarrheal stools. the severity of the symptoms of lactose intolerance varies greatly from person to person. one reason for this variability is that people have different amounts of lactose in their diet; the more lactose in the diet the more likely and severe the symptoms. another reason for the variability is that people have differing severities of lactase deficiency that is they may have mild moderate or severe reduction in the amounts of lactase in their intestines. thus small amounts of lactose will cause major symptoms in severely lactase deficient people but only mild or no symptoms in mildly lactase deficient people. finally people may have different responses to the same amount of lactose reaching the colon. whereas some may have mild or no symptoms others may have moderate symptoms. the reason for this is not clear but may relate to differences in their intestinal bacteria.

does exercise really boost immunity?

a jog around the block a few times a week not only can do wonders for your physique -- it also might prevent you from getting sick. “i try to get 20 to 30 minutes of cardio every morning before i go to work ” sandra fryhofer md says. “there’s something about making your heart pump that’s good for your body. it strengthens your heart and strengthens your immune system. ” the research seems to agree -- one study found that postmenopausal women who exercised for a year had one-third the colds of women who didn’t work out.

can u still get pregnant with a tilted cervix? . i have a tilted cervix could i still get pregnant?

yes.

am i close to being done growing? i am 15 years old 5'11 with a size 13 shoe. i am going to be 16 years old in early july and i am currently 5'11" with a size 13 foot. my pediatrician predicted my height to be 6'3. " are these predictions accurate? about how many inches more will i grow?

i tried to address your question my friend and posted a response. i would need to review your medical records and look at your growth chart and take a medical history to even guess if your were done growing. i am not sure why you are worried or concerned about it since there is really nothing you can do to change your genetic code. if the pediatrician predicted 6'3" then that may be accurate. shoe size is not relevant.

i have a stye eyelid that has been there for at least a year could it be causing irritation with my contact lense

this may not be a sty (hordeolum) at all but rather a chalazion. if this has been bothering you for a year and interfering with using your contact lenses then i suggest that you make an appointment with an ophthalmologist. these little bumps can be easily removed in their office with a minor surgical procedure.

i currently have severe pain in the right side of my pelvic area and i am dizzy. i currently have severe pain in the right side of my pelvic area and goes into my side and i am dizzy and get nauseaous from the dizziness. the room just feels like it keeps spinning and my eyes are hard to focus on things. i have been diagnosised with ovarian cysts and endometrosis. i'm not sure if the dizziness has anything to do with it. i don't have insurance to go to dr so i am trying to not go unless i have to. somone please help if you can.

if it is severe enough that you can't hardly walk go to the er! otherwise get to a doctor asap.

can depression be inherited?

1. depression may be inherited from family members. the more family you have that are depressed the more likely you will be. perhaps genetics is to blame for about 30% of depression where stress family upbringing trauma and personality style is the other 70%. 2. you may inherit genes for depression. you can also inherit the ability to respond to certain medicines that other family members respond too. so if your dad responded well to prozac your chances are good too as you likely have the same type of "genetic" depression which was reversed by prozac in your dad. doctors should ask you if you have had a family history of depression and what meds your family took and their response to it.

what is the difeerence between isopropyl alcohol and ethyl alcohol and which one is best?

best for what? isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol) is poisonous so it cannot be ingested. as you may know it is used for a variety of things toptically (on the skin). ethyl alcohol is booze and of course poisonous as well if ingested in toxic quantities. ethyl alcohol is also gasoline additive in most states.

can you have your period and miss it the next month. we had unprotected sex on my very fertile day we haven't been together since then. the test said no but i missed my period last month and i haven't had a my period yet

hi skipping a period is normal having sex on your ovulation day wont get you pregnant or should not? its takes male sperm 3 days to reach the place where your egg should be and a female egg only survives for 24 hours so the two would not have meet. but you stressing will make you miss a period and that's a fact ok hope this calms you down. good luck

what about co-infection with hepatitis b virus and hepatitis c virus?

hepatitis c is caused by a virus that is spread through contaminated needles or blood products and less commonly through sexual intercourse. about 10% of patients with chronic hepatitis b also are co-infected chronically with hepatitis c virus (hcv). the two viruses interfere with each other and one usually predominates. if hepatitis c is the predominant infection treatment is directed against the hepatitis c. patients infected with both viruses are at higher risk for complications of liver disease. there is no effective vaccine against hepatitis c. persons with hepatitis c should be vaccinated against hepatitis b to prevent co-infection.

can genital herpes be transmitted through oral sex? . i am a woman with genital herpes. can my partner get it from performing oral sex on me? can i give it to him while performing oral sex on him?

i'm no expert but yes it is possible. even when breakouts are not apparent because there are body fluids from the genital area coming in contact with the mouth it is possible. even more so when there is an outbreak even if its not full blown yet (you may just be itching).

i keep getting sinus drainage that leads to a full-blown cold. why can’t i get a shot of penicillin anymore?

this caught my eye because i want to make people aware of why we do not give "penicillin shots" or antibiotics for colds. first antibiotics do not do anything for the common cold. antibiotics are only helpful if you have an infection that is caused by bacteria. there has been a lot of antibiotic "misuse" in the u. s. (people not taking antibiotics correctly over-prescribed saving them for a "rainy day") and that has caused a lot of problems including the fact that good old stand-by medications like penicillin are not working anymore because the bugs have become "resistant. " we are getting "superbugs" that our current antibiotics cannot touch -- and this is a dangerous and important health crisis. to avoid your problem in the future i would suggest proper symptom management and talking to your pharmacist about what products may be beneficial for you. this may include using nasal decongestants or saline irrigation systems to help cleanse your sinus cavity and avoid the possibilities of infection.

i have had diarria for a month. had a colon test.

i'm sorry to hear this. diarrhea is not only inconvenient it can be a true health hazard. you did the right thing by seeing a doctor and getting a colon test done. i'm wondering what the results were. i'm assuming you have not had a follow-up appointment. if you haven't scheduled one yet please do so. it's important you find you what's going on with your colon and discuss your treatment options with your doctor. in the meantime it's extremely important you drink plenty of water. diarrhea can be very dehydrating and it can throw your electrolytes out of balance. i'd suggest you alternate drinking plain water with drinking a glass of gatorade. this will help you maintain your hydration and electrolyte balance. i wish you all the best with this!

how is anemia related to lead poisoning treated?

lead poisoning is treated by discontinuing exposure to lead and administering a drug that binds and draws lead out of the body.

what happens to someone when they get influenza?

influenza ( flu ) usually comes on suddenly. in many cases people can pinpoint the hour when symptoms started. symptoms develop 1 to 4 days after you are infected and they include: fever which lasts for about 3 days. fever is usually slightly lower on the 2nd and 3rd days but may last up to 8 days. cough runny nose and sore throat which become more noticeable as fever and other symptoms decrease. these symptoms usually last 3 to 4 days after the fever goes down. a dry hacking cough may linger for up to 10 days after other symptoms are gone. complete recovery may take 1 to 2 weeks or longer. fatigue and weakness can last for several weeks. complications of influenza may develop in anyone but they are much more likely in older adults and people who have other health problems especially heart and lung diseases. webmd medical reference from healthwise this information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise disclaims any liability for the decisions you make based on this information. © 1995-2011 healthwise incorporated. healthwise healthwise for every health decision and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise incorporated.

how do the new recommendations for pap smears benefit patients?

the primary benefit for reduced pap smear screening would be less over treatment -- especially in younger patients. in the 1980s i can remember young women being sent for laser destruction of cervical tissue for what we now consider to be mild dysplasia or cin 1. some of the more aggressive treatments can remove a significant amount of cervical tissue. if the removal of cervical tissue is extensive (removal of tissue can range from a few millimeters to slightly less than an inch) it can undermine the ability of the cervix to remain closed until full-term delivery. fortunately studies were done that demonstrated young women with a healthy immune system were able to clear many mild cervical cell changes on their own. this was true in about 60% of mild cases. more frequent pap smears in this group for one to two years after diagnosis would identify the small group that did not spontaneously clear.

how long does adderall stay in your urine. for a person that is about 150lbs and a person whose 250 lbs

if the adderall was specifically prescribed to you then you don't need to worry if it is detected.

could my ankle ligament be torn again? . 4 years ago i had ankle reconstructive surgery for a torn ligament about a year ago i fell down a stair and rolled my ankle like i originally did that tore my ankle. i still am struggling with constant pain could it be torn again?

i'm sorry to hear you're in pain. that's no fun! well yes it's possible you tore the ligament again. or you may simply have strained it. or you could have a small fracture in your foot or ankle. my point is that your best bet is to see your primary health care provider for an exam and possibly an x-ray. that's the only way to tell for sure what's going on here. at the same time your provider should be able to get you some pain treatment which is important. i hope you feel better soon!

what are types of resistance exercise?

there are several types or styles of resistance exercise. power lifting (a weight-lifting competition in which participants compete in the squat dead lift and bench press) olympic weight lifting (the type you see on tv where athletes lift the weight overhead) strength training (lifting weights to get stronger) and weight lifting (the sport of lifting heavy weight typically fewer than six repetitions). weight lifting should not be confused with "weight training " which is the general lifting that you do at the gym.

my son has a fever of 101. 8-100. 8 what should i do?

hi it seems that he has viral fever. such viral infections are usually associated with high grade fevers associated with chills and rigors. do not worry. give him paracetamol or other nsaids every 6 hourly. monitor and keep a record of the recorded temperatures. give him plenty of fluids and fruit juices. if the fever doesnt show any signs of improvement in next 2 days consult a doctor. thanks

my weight has hit a plateau. what do i do?

there are several reasons why your weight can hit a plateau including: losing weight too quickly. when this happens your metabolism (the rate at which your body burns calories) can slow down because your body senses it is starving. rapid or large amounts of weight loss can slow your metabolism by as much as 40% in six months. losing muscle. when you lose weight up to 25% can come from muscle tissue. and since muscle is the engine in your body that burns calories and helps maintain your metabolism losing it can hinder weight loss. weightlifting can help preserve and build muscle. reaching your body's particular set point -- the weight and metabolic rate your body is genetically programmed to be. once you reach that point it's much harder to lose weight and even if you do you're likely to regain it. if you're at a weight at which you've hit a plateau in the past if your body generally seems to gravitate toward that weight and you're within a bmi (body-mass index) range of 20 to 25 then you may be at your set point. decreasing your physical activity and/or increasing your caloric intake. people lose weight all the time by reducing their caloric intake without doing any exercise but it's almost impossible to keep weight off without exercising. many scientists agree that physical activity is the single best predictor of whether a person will maintain a weight loss. other health factors including thyroid or adrenal gland problems; medications like antidepressants; quitting smoking; menopause; and pregnancy. even with any of the above factors the bottom line to losing weight is eating fewer calories than you burn. studies show that people almost always underestimate how many calories they're eating. so if you're struggling with weight loss you're still exercising and you've ruled out any of the above reasons for weight plateaus look at your calorie intake. as for exercise and weight plateaus sometimes a change in routine can help. instead of the treadmill try the bike or the stepper. instead of a dance class try a stretch and tone class. if you're not weight lifting this would be a good time to start. if you already do aerobic exercise try adding intervals (short bursts of higher-intensity exercise) to your aerobic workouts. and keep reminding yourself that if you maintain an active lifestyle and continue with healthy eating you will reach your goals. it can be frustrating when you’re putting so much hard work into losing weight only to hit a plateau. don’t be discouraged; a few simple changes may be all that you need. for exercise consider the f. i. t. t. principle: f – frequency – how often or how many days you exercise i – intensity – how hard you work during your exercise t – time – how long or how many minutes you spend per session. t – type – the type of activity that you are doing making adjustments in one of these areas could help you break through your plateau. of course the more that you do with your exercise the greater the benefits you should see from it. for example let’s say that your current exercise routine is walking three times per week for thirty minutes at a moderate intensity. you could add more days per week or spend more time per session to expend more calories and hopefully further boost your metabolism to promote weight loss. try increasing the intensity by walking at a quicker pace or incorporating intermittent bouts of jogging. you could also try carrying arm weights having a weighted backpack or incorporating more hills or inclines to challenge yourself further. your body may have just become accustomed to your exercise routine so sometimes it can also be helpful to change the type of activity as well. try different forms of cardiovascular exercise or try doing strength-building exercise if you’re not already. with nutrition try reassessing your dietary intake. in what ways can you eat healthier? can you eat out less often or drink less soda? what about having less chips pastries or candy? can you increase your fruit or vegetable intake? try food journaling to track and monitor your dietary intake so that you can better recognize areas for improvement. don’t forget to reevaluate your calorie needs as you continue to lose weight. keep working at it! often times the best way to break through a plateau is simply persistence! stay calm and don't worry about it the more you worry the worst its going to get how low do my carbs need to be to lose weight

is taking melatonin better than benadryl for sleep. combat marine poor sleep for more than 35 years. am taking 150mg of benadryl and may sleep has greatly improved.

that is a very high dose of benadryl. too high in my opinion. antihistamines like benadryl tend to interfere with your dream state (your deep and most-restful stage) and are short-lasting (only four hours). melatonin is safe and would seem to be better if you find it effective. it has recently been found that the extended use of benadryll (diphenhydramine) increases a person's risk of dementia problems like alzheimers. i used to use it fairly regularly and have now stopped for the above reason.

sweating profusely muscle cramps low blood pressure (80/75) and dizziness are these signs of heat exhaustion?

if you sweating profusely with muscle cramp dizziness and either shallow or trouble breathing yes it is heat exhaustion. you should try to cool your body temperature by getting out of the sun look for shade or something cold to cool off and drink water to replenish what you just sweat out. if body temperature doesn't drop and continue sweat excessive amount you are going to go into state of shock by trouble moving and body can't sweat anymore when you need to cool down your body temperature

can an antihistamine allergy pill be taken with high blood pressure medication?

most antihistamines are safe to use with medications for high blood pressure. but i would avoid the ones that also contain a decongestant as these may raise blood pressure. i would need to know which medications you take in order to provide a more precise answer. you should talk to your pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter medications especially if you have high blood pressure.

frequent medication for urinary tract infections leads to cancer?

most of the medications used for urinary tract infections are commonly-used antibiotics or medications used to control symptoms. they do not cause cancer.

we had intercourse the 17th and 21st and ovulated the 21st when did i get pregnant

hi having intercourse on the 17 would have been the day just. you really need to know how it all works then you will understand why your pregnant. are you happy. good luck

what happens if i dont do the sinus surgery the dr said i need. my left side sinus is totally blocked. dr said i need surgery. he tried to do in his office but sais it was to blocked to do so it have to be deeper surgery. what happens if i don't do it. surgery gonna cost 30 000- 60 000.

i don't know. it would not be possible for me or any medical provider to predict an outcome of this nature without be able to examine you first-hand and review your complete medical records including your imaging studies. because of your reluctance over the recommended surgery it would be wise to consider a second opinion from another ent. a second opinion is a lot cheaper than 30 - 60 grand for surgery based on one opinion.

how likely is it to inherit hypoglycemia if type 1 diabetes runs in the family?

it is impossible to inherit hypoglycemia. hypoglycemia is an emergent situation not a disease. mostly people who have diabetes (any type) especially those taking insulin are susceptible to having low blood glucose/sugar (hypoglycemia) but other situations may spawn a hypoglycemic reaction: fasting for an extended period (especially with exercise) some herbal supplements (avoid cinnamon especially if you are on insulin) hypothyroidism etc. if diabetes runs in your family and you find you are experiencing hypoglycemic symptoms (dizziness confusion shaking sweating when you shouldn't be) you really need to tell your dr and they can test your blood sugar and let you know if there's something to be addressed. good luck and be well.

how long does the syphilis antibody stay in the blood?

a long long time. perhaps forever. <link>

had an abortion sep 3 i am now 13 weeks pregnant. any chance at all this could be the same pregnancy?

hi don't think so ok just add the time you was pregnant before your abortion. question was it an abortion or a miscarriage? because it works out that was 15 weeks ago. you must have fallen straight away then. good luck

can a woman get pregnant using the withdrawal method of birth control?

pulling out before the man ejaculates known as the withdrawal method is not a foolproof method for birth control. some ejaculate (fluid that contains sperm) may be released before the man actually begins to climax. in addition some men may not have the willpower or be able to withdraw in time.

how long will i have to wear braces?

the time required for braces varies from person to person depending on the severity of the problem; the amount of room available; the distance the teeth must travel; the health of the teeth gums and supporting bone; and how closely the patient follows instructions. on average however once the braces are put on they usually remain in place for 1 to 3 years. after braces are removed most patients will need to wear a retainer all the time for the first 6 months then only during sleep for many years.

my friend 5 months pregnant and a drug addict is it safe to just stop using when shes this far long? . she uses cocaine frequently

hi for cocaine she should really go through he doctor for help or a drug line both will tell her what she needs to do. good luck

how long does it take for a girl to get pregnant? . i had unprotected sex i took the after pill the next day. . do you think i'll still end up pregnant?

by taking the "morning after" pill you certainly increased your chances of not getting pregnant from this one encounter but this pill is not 100%. your biggest mistake was to agree to unprotected sex. you are still at risk for contracting a sexually-transmitted disease (std). you will need to wait until your next period is due. if you miss your period or have any signs of pregnancy i would suggest that you do a home pregnancy test or see your medical provider. unprotected recreational sex has definite risks: risks of getting pregnant and risks of an std. please don't forget it.

can a hernia cause rectal bleeding?

of course there are different kinds of hernias but the simple answer is no. hernias do not cause rectal bleeding so there is most likely another cause.

what are the symptoms of aids?

signs that hiv is turning into aids include: a fever that won't go away. sweating while you sleep. feeling tired all the time (not from stress or lack of sleep). feeling sick all the time. losing weight. swollen glands. (neck groin or underarms).

when is it safe to feed kids hot sauce? . my two year old daughter took some food from my plate that had hot sauce on it. she decided that she really liked it and wanted more. she was even trying to get me to add more hot sauce to it. i don't want to deny her something she likes but at the same time i don't want to harm her either.

no harm as long as the person using the hot sauce is not feeling any discomfort on their mouth or tongue and does not have an gastrointestinal responses (like diarrhea). if hot sauce was harmful there are a lot of people in various cultures that routinely use hot sauce on everything (mexican thai etc. ) that would be experiencing physical harm. and they are not. one of my friend's child was swearing so his parents would but a drop of hot sauce on his tongue as punishment. he liked it too. and. he is still swearing like a sailor.

i came down with severe throbbing on my right temple and felt like i was going to faint i got severely sick diarrhea and vomiting with heavy shivering and fever

hi in my opinion you are having panic attacks seems you are under slot of stress also check your t4 tsh levels good luck

am i allergic to bee stings by getting a high fever and dizziness. i recently got stung by a bee or wasp and that day i was fine but the next day i had a fever of 102. 6 and dizziness with no breathing problems or throat issues and i have gotten stung in the past with no symptoms. so can you become allergic to be as you get older and with the fact that i had no breathing problems makes me wonder. can anyone help with my questions. thank you

hi getting stung by bee's is not that bad but wasps each time we get stung our body's build up a reaction to it you can get an injection to carry around with you it helps overcome the stings venom. see your doctor about it and wasp stings its very hard to find info to that but it can get to the point were it can kill you. hope this helps you. good luck

is sex part of an overall healthy life and a sign of a healthy heart?

yes. it shows that you're capable of doing physical activity in which your heart rate and blood pressure go up. in a sense you're doing a stress test on your heart. if you tolerate that well and you feel good doing it it suggests good things about your overall level of fitness and therefore your risk of heart disease. sex can also be a sign of healthy relationships and social supports -- it shows you have the opportunities frankly and that you're interested and engaged. i think sex is a barometer for overall health.

what is ringworm of the scalp?

despite the name ringworm has nothing to do with worms. it's a fungal infection that leaves ring-shaped scaly red rashes and patches of hair loss on the scalp. ringworm is most common in children between the ages of 3 and 7 but it can affect adults too. the condition is spread through close contact or by sharing hats clothing towels and combs with someone who is infected. in rare cases it's possible to catch ringworm from a dog or cat. ringworm on the scalp must be treated with antifungal medications taken by mouth to clear up a ringworm infection. treatment may take up to 12 weeks. using an antifungal shampoo may help reduce the risk of spreading the infection to family members and classmates. it's important for children who have ringworm to avoid sharing personal items so that they don't pass the infection to others. if your child is taking antifungal medicine she can go to school. in addition you do not need to cut the child's hair.

what makes people burp?

we burp because of excessive air in our stomachs. usually this is air that we accidentally swallow or gulp as we eat or drink. if you drink carbonated sodas those little bubbles can also accumulate in the stomach and cause people to burp as well.

how do i pull back my tight foreskin? . hi i have not been able to pull back my foreskin for a long time. i have only just thought that it is not normal. i'm 13 and when i go to pull it back i can't it hardly retracts there is just a tiny hole where i can see some of my glans. is there a way that i can cure this without going to see a doctor as i don't want to feel embarrassed i havent even told my mum. any advice would be appreciated thanks in advance

don't be embarrassed. half of the people on this planet have penises; and 85% of those are uncircumcised (the way nature made you). you are going to need some medical help. a prescription for a special steroid cream that can help you retract your foreskin in about a month or so. if not there are other methods that can be done. do not force the retraction to the point where you may be unable to pull it back again. this can create a painful tourniquet from the tight foreskin. this can be fixed my friend but you need to talk to your mum. i think she knows you have a penis even though she hasn't seen it for a while. she can find you a male medical provider who can help.

does medicare or tricare help cover walk in bathtubs for handicap people?

no. medicare does not pay for walk-in tubs. these are not considered durable medical equipment.

is my ankle broken. saturday i was tumbling & when i landed my right ankle was rolled & my left foot landed just above my right ankle it's bruised where my left foot landed on it when i walk the pain is on the outside of my right ankle but while sitting my entire ankle hurts both inside outside & front & an achey and throbbing pain radiates up into my calf & into my foot also my inner right ankle is very tender to the touch. i iced it the first 2 nights but the pain when icing was unbearable i stopped icing it

the only way to get a definitive answer is to have an x-ray of your injured ankle. symptoms alone do not determine if an ankle is broken.

i am 18 and i had unprotected sex but no cum anywhere period is three days late what does this mean? . i have had all the symptoms of period cramping moody everything like that. and i am very stressed out about college and work and stuff like that. i just hope im not pregnant. i can't be.

i'm afraid i have bad news. you need to take a pregnancy test. i know you "don't want" to be pregnant but it's always possible to get pregnant when you engage in unprotected sex. even if you saw no ejaculate ("cum") men begin producing seminal fluid ("pre-cum") almost immediately upon arousal. this fluid can flow from the penis when it's inside your vagina and you can become pregnant from it even if your partner does not ejaculate. if you are in fact pregnant you need to know as soon as possible. do not delay in taking a home pregnancy test. follow the label instructions very carefully. home pregnancy tests are most accurate when done first thing in the morning because your urine is the most concentrated when you first wake up. for the sake of your health please use a condom whenever you have sex in the future. not only is it quite effective at preventing pregnancy when used correctly but it will help protect you from several sexually transmitted diseases. if you don't want to become pregnant please use some type of birth control method. you have many choices today. i wish you all the best.

i m 26 year 54kg 168cm height guy my bone mass n strength not imprving even i have taken all calcium also do gym daily

it looks like you are working hard to gain muscle strength and bone mass. as for bone mass you also need vitamin d because without it calcium cannot be deposited into bone. the best thing to do is get a blood test to see if you have enough vitamin d in your blood. your healthcare provider can help you decide on the appropriate level of supplementation if your vitamin d is low. without knowing your workouts and diet it's difficult to comment on your muscle strength goals. this webmd article will provide you with the basics. you can also see a certified personal trainer for additional help. good luck!

how important is the location of a burn?

burn location is an important consideration. if the burn involves the face nose mouth or neck there is a risk that there will be enough inflammation and swelling to obstruct the airway and cause breathing problems. if there are circumferential burns to the chest as the burn progresses the tissue involved may not allow enough motion of the chest wall to allow adequate breathing to occur. if circumferential burns occur to arms legs fingers or toes the same constriction may not allow blood flow putting the survival of the extremity at risk. burns to areas of the body with flexion creases like the palm of the hand the back of the knee the face and the groin may need specialized care. as the burn matures the skin may scar and shorten preventing full range of motion of the body area.

what is a safe easy quick way to remove marijuana from your system if you just found out you were pregnant?

marijuana will go out of your system in about three weeks or so. there is really nothing you can do to flush it out before it dissipates. there are no quick and safe ways to get rid of it. cannabis is bound to body fat so it will take time.

how to confirm if my heart is in good condition?

you have to reduce weight as you have family history of heart disease and obesity itself a risk for heart disease and diabetes. there is no problem with your cholesterol test. it is fine. to find out whether you have any heart problem at present or not i would advise you to get ecg (electrocardiogram). 2d echo (two-dimensional echocardiogram). tmt (treadmill test). in tmt it will be clear that whether at present your heart is fine or not. reduce weight by jogging 30 minutes a day. do not smoke. eat more of vegetables fruits and nuts. avoid cheese ghee butter and non-vegetarian foods. revert back after the investigations to a cardiologist online --> <link>

period in june n in july spotting 3 negative tests but all symptoms possible pregnant. had my last period 6/1 my fiancé and i been tryoing he came home 6/13 then 7/1 had pressure and bright red spotting been craving doritos took 3 tests all negative but been having a;; the symptoms can i be pregnant i hope so we really want to be

have your medical provider order a more-sensitive blood pregnancy test at this point. and make an appointment for an examination.

can my anxious and jittery feelings be the result of changing from the brand name effexor to the generic?

if you feel different on your medication you need to contact your health-care professional. generic effexor contains the same active ingredients as the brand name. so you should not feel any different. but it is best to check with your health-care provider.

can your diet help keep your skin looking younger?

skin is the largest organ in the body; so it's certainly worth taking care of. not having an adequate diet contributes to your skin's appearance in multiple ways. if we look at the skin's ability to protect itself from ultraviolet light there are key nutrients involved in that. it's important to have vitamins a and c and d. these actually play a role in protecting skin from ultraviolet light.

contagious period for cold. i have been sick with a cold off and on for about 2 months. the last time i got sick was about week ago. i am going to visit my sister and her newborn. is it safe to do so?

a cold only lasts a week so i am concerned that you have been sick for two months. you are either getting back to back colds or there is another reason for your symptoms. since i have no way of knowing exactly what you have or when you contracted your "cold" i really cannot tell you if you are contagious or not. well avoid meeting a newborn if you are down with cold and cough as it is highly contagious. we advise to take curcuma with tinospora powder daily to increase your immunity. steam inhalation will help you get rid of viral infection. in warmth cold virus cannot survive.

i breastfeed my baby worried that my exposure to battery acid may be harmful to me and my baby?

don’t worry claire everything will be fine. you are worried. and that’s ok. a mother always worries. in this case the chances that some kind of residual liquid entered your baby’s system is extremely – extremely- minute. even if it did it probably had no effect whatsoever quantities were negligible and probably not a cancer agent at all. a baby’s immune system is much much stronger than you think. your baby will grow up just fine.

extreme thirst urinating every 20-40 min for 6 hours straight. headache. vomitted 3 times in past 10 hours. no fever. help!

hi i would get off and see your doctor asap. its a bit hard to put a finger on just what you have its to vague. good luck

can scapies be caught from exercise equipment? . i have a rash that started on the back of my knees. i looks and feels like poison oak. severe itching and the bumps have a clear liquid inside. it has since spread to the groin genitial anal cavity arms and fingers to include palm. it also feels like i have small bumps on my lips that don't itch but burn a little feel like chapped lips. i went to the doctor and with a quick look he said he wasn't sure what it was but will treat it like scabies. is there any other rash this could be? sex4wkago

there are lots of other skin eruptions that can cause these symptoms but unfortunately i have no way of seeing what you have over the internet. scabies is typtically transmitted person-to-person but it is possible that it could be transmitted on contaminated equipment. there are skin scraping tests to determine if you have scabies but your doctor may not be set up to do it. you may need to see a dermatologist. i have to say that scabies typically does not spread like this nor is it common on the face so there is a good chance you have "something else".

what is the treatment for a large skin pinch blood blister?

a blood blister that results from a pinch is an accumulation of blood as a result of trauma to the skin. it is best not to pop a blood blister as this can lead to infection and possibly even delay the natural healing process of your body. covering the blood blister with a soft dressing to keep it protected can be helpful as it resolves on its own. if the person who has the blood blister has any underlying health conditions especially diabetes it would be appropriate to seek medical care. if the blood blister pops on its own do not peel off the remaining skin. rather leave it in place treat the area with an antiseptic ointment and cover with a clean dressing. allow it to heal in its own time. if the injury is very recent ice can help to reduce the pain that the trauma initially induced.

can your lungs be ruptured if you cracked a rib?

well not exactly. the lung doesn't "rupture " exactly. it can collapse though. this is called " pneumothorax. " a broken rib can indeed puncture your lung. in fact it's not all that uncommon. if you watch any of those real-life trauma shows on television you will see emergency room personnel placing chest tubes in patients due to collapsed lungs and you can bet some of those collapses occurred due to fractured ribs. but if by "cracked" you mean "not completely fractured or displaced " then the answer probably is "no. " when a rub breaks and the two sides pull away from each other then one of them can puncture the lung. if a rib is "cracked" but the ends never comes apart then it's unlikely to penetrate the tissue surrounding the lung. on the other hand if you took a forceful blow to the chest that alone could cause a collapsed (not "ruptured") lung. so if you experienced chest trauma sufficient to crack a rib you certainly could experience a pneumothorax. surprisingly you can experience a collapsed lung without any known cause whatsoever. wishing you well!

can i get shingles if i had the chickenpox vaccine and not the disease? . i never got the chickenpox as a kid; i got the vaccine instead. is it possible for me to get shingles since i've never actually had the disease?

yes. you can get shingles if you are adequately re-exposed to the varicella virus (the same herpetic virus that causes chicken pox)

what do i need to give my 3 year old toddler for runny nose watery eyes and slight headache?

the watery nose and eyes can be improved with an antihistamine either benadryl or children's claritin or zyrtec. the slight headache can be improved by ibuprofen or acetaminophen.

are there disadvantages to drinking fruits and vegetables from a blender instead of eating them as they are? . if i ate all the fruits and veggies i should it would take a lot of time every day to wash them cut off/out the inedible parts and chew them. i must sound desperately lazy but i'd love to save time by washing and trimming 4-5 days' worth of produce at once throwing it all in a blender and drinking it over the next four days. would i digest produce less thoroughly if i drank it instead of chewing and salivating? would the puree lose any nutrients sitting in the fridge for a few days? thanks!

whether you chew them up. or a blender chews them up and you drink them does not make any difference. you are getting the same level of nutrients.

i have perimenapause can u get pregnant i took test and two lines appeared what to do

yes you can get pregnant up and untill you have gone one full year without a period. i would retest first urine of the morning and if positive go to your obgyn and make your decisions regarding your health. i hope this helps in some small way and without knowing your age there really isnt anything else anyone can advise you on without the direct contact you need with a doctor. you can have false negs and false pos during this peri-stage when your body is going beserk with hormones levels changing many times a day. good luck be well.

is levoquin for viral bronchitis? . i just left the hospital being diagnosed with viral bronchitis. i see on levoquin is not for viral? concerned

you are correct. levoquin is an antibiotic and antibiotics do not work for viruses. the diagnosis of "viral bronchitis" is usually based solely on a clinical assumption since the medical provider probably did not perform a plethora of diagnostic tests that would confirm it. in the outside chance that a viral bronchitis could progress to a secondary bacterial infection a clinician may still empirically prescribe an antibiotic. since i do not know the details of the case or the medical history i cannot comment whether this antibiotic was warranted or not. levoquin is antibacterial and is usually doesnot work in viral infections. your doctor must have prescribed antibiotics as viral infections may progress to secondary bacterial infections. your consulting physician is best person to guide you on this.

i am 15yrs old and having period trouble cramps separate hymen please help!

period cramps are expected at your age. it doesnt require a family history to be positive. all depends on your hormones. may be a separate hymen may have aggravated the problems. some hymens are known to thin out and resolve on their own once u get sexually active. so do not attempt home remedies

what can cause spotted blurred vision that sometimes brings on a headache in someone with no hypertension?

you could be getting migraines. go see your family doc if they persist. good luck.

i have a fracture on my left hand finger while i was playing football?

it may take time to heal. it us healing but seems it is slow. in my opinion you need more time in cast with calcium supplement.

can simvistatin cause high blood pressure?

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my husband works full time but can't afford to add me on his health insurance. i also work part time and can't afford the insurance so how would i find a plan for myself that i can afford?

go to healthcare. gov to start shopping the health plan options available in your state.

is dental extraction dangerous for a fifty year old

dangerous? no. a 50 year old can have a tooth extracted by a dentist. no problems.

how will i know whether i have high blood pressure?

most people with high blood pressure have no symptoms. the only way to know whether your blood pressure is high is to have a health professional measure it with a blood pressure cuff. the result is expressed as two numbers. the top number which is called the systolic pressure represents the pressure when your heart is beating. the bottom number which is called the diastolic pressure shows the pressure when your heart is resting between beats. your blood pressure is considered normal if it stays below 120/80 (expressed as "120 over 80"). people with a systolic blood pressure of 120 to 139 or a diastolic blood pressure of 80 to 89 are considered prehypertensive and should adopt health-promoting lifestyle changes to prevent diseases of the heart and blood vessels. if your systolic blood pressure is consistently 140 or higher or your diastolic pressure is 90 or higher you have high blood pressure and should talk with your doctor about the best ways to lower it.

vaginal discharge that appears white on underwear but is yellowish on tissue itching burning general discomfort help? . the burning just started a day two ago but there is constant discharge and it appears white in the opening and kinda dries and chunks together on underwear but when wiped with a tissue without urinating it appears to have a yellow tint. i have never had a yeast infection so i am not sure if i have one or not.

hi if this discharge is of a cottage cheese type and if there is a fishy smell with it your find that its bv bacterial vaginosis for this the treatment is antibiotics or if your against them try sea salt you do this bu taken warm sea salt baths twice a day for info google sea salt and bv lots of info. do hope this helps. good luck

how do l deal with pain from gall bladder infection or gallstones

i'm not sure from your question if you've been diagnosed with gallbladder disease or if you're self-diagnosing. it's important to know. gallstones can be very painful. if stones accumulate or block the bile duct surgery must be performed to remove the gallbladder. it is possible to live a long happy life without your gallbladder. if you only suspect your pain is due to problems with your gallbladder you should get a physical examination to rule out other possible causes of the pain. many conditions can mimic the pain of gallstones so it's important to get an accurate diagnosis. if your skin begins to turn yellowish you should seek emergency medical treatment as this can be a sign of a bile duct blockage. i'm sorry you're experiencing pain in your abdomen. that's never fun. wishing you well!

what is postpartum depression?

postpartum depression is a complex mix of physical emotional and behavioral changes that occur in a mother after giving birth. it is a serious condition affecting about 10% of new mothers. symptoms range from mild to severe depression and may appear within days of delivery or gradually perhaps up to a year later. symptoms may last from a few weeks to a year.

early pregnancy symptoms neg hpt started heavy bleeding and cramping 3 weeks late. could i be pregnant? . i've been experiencing just about every pregnancy symptom possible: nausea at same time every day sore nipple with raised bumps on ariola tightening feeling in pelvic area fatigue spotting clearish/whitish discharge for about 2 weeks. took pregnancy test 14 days after unprotected sex and 6 days after expected period. negative. today i started cramping and bleeding heavily 10 days late for expected period. should i be concerned? could i still be pregnant?

hi i do think that you have had an what’s below explains it more that me. an early miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy in the first 12 weeks. sadly early miscarriages are very common. it's perfectly possible to miscarry before you even realise you're pregnant. perhaps as many as three-quarters of all fertilised eggs are lost in the very earliest days of pregnancy. after a positive pregnancy test there's about a one in five chance of having an early miscarriage. this is when most miscarriages happen. miscarriage at any stage of pregnancy can be a terrible blow. even if it happens very early on in pregnancy it's only natural that it comes as a shock. don't feel you're not allowed to grieve over your loss. <link>#ixzz3hdflkyh4 sorry but hope this helps you. good luck ps my wife had one she was told don’t worry you still young its how life goes on your soon jump back.

if your diagnosed as having a stroke in a clinic should they send you home and tell you to see your doctor th next day? . my mom lives in the boonies after being numb on her whole right side she went in to a walk in clinic. they did an mri ultrasound and ekg they said she had a stroke and sent her home and told her to visit her doctor the next day. are they crazy? or am i being overprotective. she is still numb and is having a bad headache

hi sorry but their advice was right they have done the ground work she's had a stroke and being a walk in clinic there was not a lot else they could do apart form going to see her doctor asap. sorry their advice was right. good luck

on the pill 2-3 yrs stopped for 9 mo & wonder if using them for 1-3 mo's will affect my fertility when i try to conceive. i plan to try & conceive in the next year or 2. i took the pill for 3 years consistently & have not been taking it for least 8-9 months. i am wondering if i should be worried about any negative effects from using the pill (low-dose version) for a few months or off & on for 12-24 months. will using the pill off & on have any negative consequences when it comes to my fertility (32 yrs old) it did take me quite a while ( ~3-4 months at least) to return to normal cycles after stopping the pill.

studies have not shown any negative effects on fertility from using oral contraceptives.

can a girl get pregnant with an unsevered hymen? . if you ejaculate a small amount of semen on the outside of a vagina of a virgin girl and she wipes her vagina off afterwards and takes a shower can she still get pregnant and what are the chances?

it is possible to become pregnant without full-penetration sex. while it may be uncommon ejaculation at the vaginal opening does put this woman at risk for pregnancy. if you do not want an unintentional pregnancy you should not be doing this sort of risky activity. keeping viable sperm as far away as possible from a vagina would be in your best interest. use a condom or stop playing sexual russian roulette.

i have a defect in the base of my skull need a second medical opinion?

hi cisternogram should be done to study the details of the defect. it wont cause csf leakage per se. avoiding surgery is always a better option compared to surgical risks involved unless you have any active leakage or other symptoms. recurrent meningitis is due to the defect i agree. thanks

what is the best way to condition my skin before a cosmetic procedure?

skin preparation is a very important part of many cosmetic procedures. especially in darker skinned patients who may run the risk for post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin). your physician may prescribe a combination of topical exfoliating agents along with skin brighteners in order to prepare your skin prior to your cosmetic procedure.

what does a 78. 9 mean in a high density lipoprotein test result?

high density lipoprotein (hdl) cholesterol is sometimes called "good cholesterol". an hdl cholesterol level that is more than 60 mg/dl is considered a good test result because it is associated with a lower risk for heart disease. here is a link to an article focusing on hdl cholesterol. <link> take care

is there anything i can do/take to help heal my sore throat? . the right side of my throat has been swollen and sore for over 2 weeks. i went to the er they said it was just viral pharyngitis but did a strep test anyway and it came back negative. it started to get better but now today my throat is completely swollen (still only on the right side) like you can't even see the opening on that side and it's difficult for me to eat drink and to talk because of the pain and my words are all slurred. i've been taking 600 ibuprofen for pain every 6-8 hours.

a salt water (1 glass warm water dissolve 1 table spoon salt) gargle at least twice a day.

how likely are you to get pregnant with premature ejaculation?

it doesn't matter how long it takes for the man to ejaculate it matters whether the sperm can get into the vagina.

should one get vaccinated for shingles again in 5 or 10 years as a booster provided shingles does not present itself

no

what is a normal temp for a baby with temporal thermometer and ear thermomenter

those thermometers are calibrated to correlate with the normal oral temperature. the average oral temperature for humans would be 98. 6 to 98. 8 but those temperatures can vary based on the time of day activity the technique used and the accuracy of the instrument/ thermometer. some inexpensive thermometers may not be completely accurate.

im 25 trying to get pregnant for the past 3 years. havnt had period since dec 10 2013 test pregnancy test shows negative

i am 37 years old just found out i am pregnant. i have three wonderful boys with one man we were together 13 years but split when my youngest was 7 months old. i am now living with a man and been together for three years. the thing is i am scared about it having another child and being the only parent to care for it. i love the man i am with but he works long hours and is gone for weeks at a time. what am i to do to raise this child alone one day i was browsing on the internet i saw chief oduduwa l on facebook (oduduwa ajakaye) oduwalegba@outlook. com or +2348165061583 testimony saying that he help people who can’t get pregnant and people that don’t have any child that are looking for i quickly took his email and contact him for help after doing what he ask me to do things change and that day i got my self back again and i was having enough power and every thing went through. so i contact my friend that live in nyc she has be married for 12 years but no child to my best surprise my friend that was childless for the past 12 years was pregnant oh my god with oduduwa all thing are possible

my foot is swollen only at the front of the foot not at the ankle. it is now very painful difficulty walking?

many types of stress fractures can be the cause of your problem any er will do a quick x ray and will notice the problemno need for a special doctor

my daughter faints usually happens when she is taking a shower. tests did not show anything to explain it.

i don't know the age or health status of your daughter but shower-fainting is not that uncommon. it either is orthostatic hypotension (lowered blood pressure when she is in hot water and all of her blood starts pooling toward her legs/feet) or perhaps even a "vagal response" where the blood pressure is lowered when she holds her breath (washing hair and face). a few suggestions: shorter less-hot showers and get a shower seat so she can sit. also make sure she is not dieting and throwing off her electrolytes.

does vicks inhaler contain any antihistamine?

yes

problems sleeping…. but worried that i might get dependent on sleeping pills

hi dear. i really understand your concern and more so because i have been a medical student too and know how stressful the life is. at your age the only reason for not getting sound sleep is stress and anxiety. no pill/tablet/medicine will cure it comletely and permanently. so as u do try not getting dependant on such pills. u need to overcome the stress and anxiety the natural way through yoga and meditation. a councellor may be of more help to you. dont worry you will be fine soon. thanks

i am 34 years old my doctor has confirmed breast nodules. should i worry that my dr. ordered both a mamm and ultrasound? . i have been told the ultrasound is usually ordered based on the mammogram results. i wondered if it was cause for concern that he was shotgunning them both at once same day one after the other.

your doctor is being thorough. trying to give you a more definite answer based on the results of both tests. there is always a cause to be concerned so your doctor is trying to alleviate any diagnostic uncertainty.

is there a safe breast enlagement supplement

they are most likely safe but they are ineffective. there is really no way for a herbal or vitamin supplement to increase the size of your breasts so don't waste your time and money.

what are some reasons an already scheduled ct scan would be cancelled following lab work? . i have what initially felt like (and what my doctor thought was) an intestinal infection. she scheduled me for a ct scan and sent me over for urinalysis and bloodwork. the radiology department left me a message today stating that my appointment had been cancelled due to lab results. aside from pregnancy are there are any conditions that would show up on ua/bloodwork labs that would keep me from getting a ct scan?

there are several possibilities why your ct scan may have been cancelled. your doctor who ordered the ct scan should be able to tell you the reason. often there is concern if a person's blood work shows an abnormal creatinine test prior to getting a ct with contrast dye. the creatinine test indicates how well your kidneys are functioning. the use of contrast dye with a ct scan can sometimes cause kidney problems especially in people who already have impaired kidney function.

every time i cough or sneeze i pass blood clots also through vaginal discharge and during intercourse?

severe hormonal disturbances with bleeding tendancies are the most likely cause. consult a hematologist and get a detailed blood profile done.

i have hyperpigmentation around my mouth for ten years is this curable?

hi such hyperpigmentations are usually permanent and any medicine will only help temporarily. maximum you can take vitamin e tablets. thanks

could i have had a miscarriage? . i had extreme lower back pain and stomach pain for a week. yesterday morning i had brown spotting then nothing until last night when i had extreme pain in my lower back and stomach then a weird looking blood clot came out and i still had extreme pain after. there is a chance i could have been pregnant. i had a weird feeling for bout a week. really tired.

hi the best thing you can do is go see your doctor have a blood test that will tell all. good luck

my wife is pregnant (21 weeksish) and our daughter has chicken pox. how much should they avoid eachother? . wife had chicken pox when she was a child. . . . daughter (7 years old) had a vaccine when she was younger.

staying away from mom may be difficult but if your daughter truly has an accurately-diagnosed case of chicken pox then she is contagious for about a week. the problem arises in the fact that your daughter was contagious a day or so before she broke out in chicken pox. mom has already been exposed. the incubation of chicken pox is about 14-21 days or so. if your pregnant wife has chicken pox as a child she may be immune. if she doesn't know if she is immune there is an antibody blood test to see if she is even vulnerable. she should bring up this chicken pox exposure to her ob for patient-specific advice but there is a good chance that she will not have any problems whatsoever. subsequent exposure to chicken pox could cause shingles but most of the time it does not.

popped knee 7 years ago got worse how to reduce swelling and pain

hi dear… you can reduce the swelling by using ice application for 3-4 days and you can try iontophoresis or phonophoresis (techniques in physiotherapy used to introduce anti inflammatory ointments into the joint)…this may help. but you should do a mri for your knee so u can figure out what exactly is causing your knee swelling. get well soon

i frequently poop my pants accidentally. please help me

i'm sorry you're going through this. it must be very embarrassing. you may be encouraged to know you are not alone. pooping your pants is called " bowel incontinence " and it's a real thing. sometimes a disease process causes it but other times it is caused by a weak anal sphincter (the strong muscle near the rectum that holds the bowel closed until you voluntarily open it to have a bowel movement). women may be more prone to bowel incontinence than men because childbirth can damage the nerves that cause the anal sphincter to work. you may also be happy to know most cases of bowel incontinence can be treated. you can try the following techniques: eat plenty of fiber to eliminate constipation drink plenty of fluids to help the bowels work properly avoid caffeine or other foods/beverages that stimulate the bowels perform kegel exercises to strengthen pelvic floor muscles try bowel training: schedule bowel movements at specific times instead of waiting until you feel the urge to go even if you attempt these treatments for bowel incontinence i suggest you see a medical professional for an evaluation. you want to make sure there is not some underlying condition causing your bowel incontinence. if there is you need to get it treated. wishing you well!