Hi, I have been having problems with my stomach for about two years now. After everything I eat, even gum, I get sharp stomach pains for about 3 hours until I go to the bathroom(number 2 *cough*), and when I do go to the bathroom it's usually really bad diarrhea. This is especially bad if I eat anything in the morning. I usually have to wait 3 hours after waking up to eat so I don't get sick like this. If I don't use the restroom my stomach pains will get so bad that if I even more I feel like crying. I also get extremely bloated. I have gone to the doctor but they haven't gotten anything that could be wrong. The prescribed me Prilosec but that doesn't do much. It gives me bad pains in my lower abdomen when I have to pee and makes me do that every 3 hours or so. Which isn't normal for me at all. Help?
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I encourage to go to an allergist %26 have them test you for food allergies. I had a similar problem. Mine progressed to the point of bloody stools. I was even anemic. I had one doctor tell me that I had internal hemorrhoids, another said a torn sphincter ( I know, to much info), but both were incorrect. As it turned out, I had wheat %26 yeast allergies. Once eliminated from my diet, all the symptons disappeared and have had no problems for 15+ years.
Sounds like irritable bowel syndrome but it could be some sort of food allergy, do you drink milk or tap water? If so an allergy test may be helpful or a bacteria test for your water. Perhaps a stool analysis would be helpful to diagnose your problem.
Hello =)You might want to arrange a consult with a Gastrointestinal doctor to do an endoscope. That way, it will make the diagnosis easier. Actually personally I feel that it's not painful as some people make it to be. Just a little uncomfortable. You may want to consider gastritis (inflammation of the stomach lining) if you feel bloated only after a meal. Alternatively, you can ask your doctor do a blood test to check for a bacteria helicobacter pylori. It's less of a hassle and alot more cheaper.Hope you get well soon. :D
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Do I have a skin infection?
My finger is very dry and scaly, it hurts to move, there's tiny circles of skin that's broken and a little bit of puss. What is it? What should I do?
Answer:
Sounds like you just have very dry skin.
try using a hand cream like Vanicream, you can get it at any Wal-mart or Walgreens. use it several times a day.
It's a non-greasy, moisturizing skin cream.
Answer:
Sounds like you just have very dry skin.
try using a hand cream like Vanicream, you can get it at any Wal-mart or Walgreens. use it several times a day.
It's a non-greasy, moisturizing skin cream.
Do I have a skin disease, if I have white spots on my skin??
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What is your complexion?My daughter has the same symptoms which for a long time was misdiagnoised.She is brown skinned and we found out it was tinea versicolor.Welived in Houston and now in Sacramento and due to hot weather and humidy a fungus grows in the skin and white spots appear more on minority skin and red spots on caucasian skin.
is there dry skin?
is the area at all irritated?
It could be one of three things.
- Leucoderma - which means that there is a skin condition where your skin is not generating the right pigments which colour the skin
- Some kind of skin condition which may be caused by some cell decomposition or multiplication and which needs immediate visit to the skin doctor without delay - it may even be a form of melanoma or something.
- Probably it is a Fungal infection and which still needs a skin specialists attention - local application of the right antifungal ointment or liquid will cure it
Of course there may be many more reasons - but from what I have seen of life - NEVER EVER NEGLECT SKIN PROBLEMS - JUST GO TO THE SKIN SPECIALIST AS SOON AS YOU SEE THE CHANGE.
Do I have a hernia?
For two years I have been having a burning/kinda heavy pain near my right groin (its kinda near the hip down to the private parts!) And I think there seems to be swelling near the private parts at the top. Sometimes if I lie down and touch it there seems to be a large lump that is the size of the whole area kind of and it can sink back in..but there is nothing ever visible to the eye..maybe internal hernia?? Seems to be better with rest and worse with activitys.
Answer:
Yes it sounds like a hernia.
I would go to the docs and have it looked at .He can refer you to a surgeon to have it repaired to get rid of that burning heavy pain you describe.As another answer has pointed out there is a small risk it could become strangulated and this would need an emergency op but this is not common (but not unheard of).The op itself is very simple and is usually done as a day case.
It will be uncomfortable for a week or so but this is usually bearable if you take some painkillers and get lots of TLC from your nearest and dearest!Hope this helps
Yeah sounds like something bad down there. Suggest you see your doctor asap.. My son had a hernia and has been operated on. Best get it sorted before you do some damage.
Yes it does sound like a hernia.I have had 2 of the pesky things and they can get quite uncomfortable at times.It is essential that you see a doctor as soon as possible as they can become strangulated and then you have an emergency situation so get to your GP as soon as possible to get it checked out.If an operation is required then it can be done by "Keyhole surgery"this is much less invasive and you are up and about much quicker. Best of luck and make that appointment!
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Yes it sounds like a hernia.
I would go to the docs and have it looked at .He can refer you to a surgeon to have it repaired to get rid of that burning heavy pain you describe.As another answer has pointed out there is a small risk it could become strangulated and this would need an emergency op but this is not common (but not unheard of).The op itself is very simple and is usually done as a day case.
It will be uncomfortable for a week or so but this is usually bearable if you take some painkillers and get lots of TLC from your nearest and dearest!Hope this helps
Yeah sounds like something bad down there. Suggest you see your doctor asap.. My son had a hernia and has been operated on. Best get it sorted before you do some damage.
Yes it does sound like a hernia.I have had 2 of the pesky things and they can get quite uncomfortable at times.It is essential that you see a doctor as soon as possible as they can become strangulated and then you have an emergency situation so get to your GP as soon as possible to get it checked out.If an operation is required then it can be done by "Keyhole surgery"this is much less invasive and you are up and about much quicker. Best of luck and make that appointment!
Do I have a blood clot?
I noticed on my back calf that I have bruises. I also have had a weird feeling there for three days. It feels almost as if there is a knot in it. I feel it more when I drive that is causes discomfort. I am really scared.
Answer:
measure the calf of your good leg and the painful one. In your painful leg press your heel down and flex your toes back toward your head. If this hurts, or your "bad leg" is larger than your other leg, or calf is hot you need to see a doctor tonight. If none of these apply you have a muscular injury.
Just go to the doctor don't be real worried but go to the doctor it could be something so simple as a tear in something just go to the doctor you will be fine
It sounds as tho you were hit or kicked there at one point in the last few days perhaps, and have aquired a charlie horse? If that's what it is it's just a leg cramp that feels like a knot...it will heal on it's own, but I would still see a doctor, just to make sure.
Its not a blood clot. Its not the symptoms of DVT. However you must have broken some blood vessels and hopefully that will fade in the next week. You'd best check with a real doctor.
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measure the calf of your good leg and the painful one. In your painful leg press your heel down and flex your toes back toward your head. If this hurts, or your "bad leg" is larger than your other leg, or calf is hot you need to see a doctor tonight. If none of these apply you have a muscular injury.
Just go to the doctor don't be real worried but go to the doctor it could be something so simple as a tear in something just go to the doctor you will be fine
It sounds as tho you were hit or kicked there at one point in the last few days perhaps, and have aquired a charlie horse? If that's what it is it's just a leg cramp that feels like a knot...it will heal on it's own, but I would still see a doctor, just to make sure.
Its not a blood clot. Its not the symptoms of DVT. However you must have broken some blood vessels and hopefully that will fade in the next week. You'd best check with a real doctor.
Do Homeopathic Doctors Really Heal Chronic Depression?
Has anyone been healed by a homeopathic doctor and their weird techniques? Which are the best techniques?
Answer:
This is an interesting one! As a cancer patient I have been undergoing conventional medical therapy and I'm now undertaking a course of radio therapy following chemo and surgery. In addition I have been seeing a naturopath/homeopath for assistance and have been undertaking some of the naturopathic treatments which made sense. Recently, however it was recommended that I consider some homeopathic treatment, which as you may know involves treating particular symptoms with extremely diluted substances that if taken by healthy person (in quantity) the same symptoms would occur. (treating like with like). Homeopathic cure is based on three principles: * Like cures like
* Potentization-dynamization
* The law of infinitesimalsAs an engineer, I couldn't take this flimsy explanation on face value so I needed to investigate the theory further and determine if it was valid. Without going into too much detail I determined that the basis of the so called substances being used in extremely small dilutions based on a so called homeopathies "law of infinitesimals", whereby the more diluted the substance being administered was the better and more potent its effect would be! Homeopathic products are made from minerals, botanical substances, and several other sources that are diluted to such an extent, that if you consider some basic laws of chemistry which state that there is a limit to the dilution that can be made without losing the original substance altogether. Then the dilutions of remedies being offered you would find that there would not even be 1 molecule of the substance being prescribed in the remedy! The maximum possible dilutions relate to Avogadro's number which corresponds to homeopathic potencies of 12C or 24X (1 part in 10 to the power of 24), yet remedies offered are generally diluted by as much as 30X or considerably more!In my mind, assuming that the fundamental theory of curing like with like isn't also flawed, there is no way this treatment would work! At best I would see it a placebo, and ones strength in the belief that it is doing something for them, could certainly make a difference, as the power of the mind is an amazing thing, and largely untapped. But then again I think the same could be achieved by taking sugar water, so long as you believed in it. However, when all said is done, you need to do what you feel is right for you.Best of Luck.
Homeopaths have been known to help people who suffer from depression by treating their general overall wellbeing. They treat the person and not just the symptoms. They will gather as much information about you ie. your thoughts, feelings, likes, dislikes, etc and find the best remedy for you. It's based on the theory that like cures like. They offer you either pillules or tablets in different strengths depending on the severity of the condition and then monitor your progress by providing follow-up appointments until they get the right remedy for you and see an improvement.As well as homeopathic remedies, counselling is usually one of the best forms of treatment for chronic depression. The flower remedy 'St. John's Wort' can also help with mild to moderate depression by taking at least 900mg, but don't take this if you are on any other medication as it may block the effect of the other medication.
I have never been to a homeopathic doctor. There are none available in my area. But I do use some of the same techniques in my home such as reflexology, kinesiology and cleanses for the body. Natural remedies have worked better for me and my family than conventional doctors as far as prevention and maintenance on the body. In my research for helping a friend with depression I have come upon many interresting things. First of all, if your colon is plugged with undigested food, proper nutrition cannot be absorbed the way it needs to be. This can have everything to do with many health problems. If you are not getting the right fuel, you're running on an empty tank. No amount of depression medication can clean your colon. A homeopathic doctor may suggest a colong cleanse.Many homeopathic doctors know how to muscle test for things that you may be sensitive to (i.e. foods, chemicals, etc). Muscle testing seems kind of weird if you've never done it before. It is easy and there is no guessing, you body knows what makes it weak or strong. It works and I use it every day. Lack of oxygen may be the cause of your depression. When the brain does not get the oxygen it needs, it doesn't operate properly. GHT makes an oxygen suppliment that you might be interested in.Another cause for depression can be murcery poisoning from dental fillings, immunizations etc. This can also be something a homeopatic doctor can check for.Hope this helps. If the homeopathic doctor you see doesn't mention these things, ask him. It may help in solving your problem.
Yes, I had a homeopathic cure for depression. And it did work.
Answer:
This is an interesting one! As a cancer patient I have been undergoing conventional medical therapy and I'm now undertaking a course of radio therapy following chemo and surgery. In addition I have been seeing a naturopath/homeopath for assistance and have been undertaking some of the naturopathic treatments which made sense. Recently, however it was recommended that I consider some homeopathic treatment, which as you may know involves treating particular symptoms with extremely diluted substances that if taken by healthy person (in quantity) the same symptoms would occur. (treating like with like). Homeopathic cure is based on three principles: * Like cures like
* Potentization-dynamization
* The law of infinitesimalsAs an engineer, I couldn't take this flimsy explanation on face value so I needed to investigate the theory further and determine if it was valid. Without going into too much detail I determined that the basis of the so called substances being used in extremely small dilutions based on a so called homeopathies "law of infinitesimals", whereby the more diluted the substance being administered was the better and more potent its effect would be! Homeopathic products are made from minerals, botanical substances, and several other sources that are diluted to such an extent, that if you consider some basic laws of chemistry which state that there is a limit to the dilution that can be made without losing the original substance altogether. Then the dilutions of remedies being offered you would find that there would not even be 1 molecule of the substance being prescribed in the remedy! The maximum possible dilutions relate to Avogadro's number which corresponds to homeopathic potencies of 12C or 24X (1 part in 10 to the power of 24), yet remedies offered are generally diluted by as much as 30X or considerably more!In my mind, assuming that the fundamental theory of curing like with like isn't also flawed, there is no way this treatment would work! At best I would see it a placebo, and ones strength in the belief that it is doing something for them, could certainly make a difference, as the power of the mind is an amazing thing, and largely untapped. But then again I think the same could be achieved by taking sugar water, so long as you believed in it. However, when all said is done, you need to do what you feel is right for you.Best of Luck.
Homeopaths have been known to help people who suffer from depression by treating their general overall wellbeing. They treat the person and not just the symptoms. They will gather as much information about you ie. your thoughts, feelings, likes, dislikes, etc and find the best remedy for you. It's based on the theory that like cures like. They offer you either pillules or tablets in different strengths depending on the severity of the condition and then monitor your progress by providing follow-up appointments until they get the right remedy for you and see an improvement.As well as homeopathic remedies, counselling is usually one of the best forms of treatment for chronic depression. The flower remedy 'St. John's Wort' can also help with mild to moderate depression by taking at least 900mg, but don't take this if you are on any other medication as it may block the effect of the other medication.
I have never been to a homeopathic doctor. There are none available in my area. But I do use some of the same techniques in my home such as reflexology, kinesiology and cleanses for the body. Natural remedies have worked better for me and my family than conventional doctors as far as prevention and maintenance on the body. In my research for helping a friend with depression I have come upon many interresting things. First of all, if your colon is plugged with undigested food, proper nutrition cannot be absorbed the way it needs to be. This can have everything to do with many health problems. If you are not getting the right fuel, you're running on an empty tank. No amount of depression medication can clean your colon. A homeopathic doctor may suggest a colong cleanse.Many homeopathic doctors know how to muscle test for things that you may be sensitive to (i.e. foods, chemicals, etc). Muscle testing seems kind of weird if you've never done it before. It is easy and there is no guessing, you body knows what makes it weak or strong. It works and I use it every day. Lack of oxygen may be the cause of your depression. When the brain does not get the oxygen it needs, it doesn't operate properly. GHT makes an oxygen suppliment that you might be interested in.Another cause for depression can be murcery poisoning from dental fillings, immunizations etc. This can also be something a homeopatic doctor can check for.Hope this helps. If the homeopathic doctor you see doesn't mention these things, ask him. It may help in solving your problem.
Yes, I had a homeopathic cure for depression. And it did work.
Do heart surgeons make more money than anesthesiologists?
so i'm just curious, my friends and i were talking about this.
Answer:
Yes my dear. the heart surgeons make more money anywhere in the world.
yes
Definitely. The rarer the discipline and the tougher the work, the more money they make, especially transplant surgeons be they heart transplant, or liver, kidney, whatever.
Of course heart surgeons make just about more than anesthesiologist. Heart surgeons are the ones that perform the surgery and are up for hours trying to prolong the patients life. Anesthesiologists are there through the whole thing, making sure the patient is in la la land. Peace Brownies
Answer:
Yes my dear. the heart surgeons make more money anywhere in the world.
yes
Definitely. The rarer the discipline and the tougher the work, the more money they make, especially transplant surgeons be they heart transplant, or liver, kidney, whatever.
Of course heart surgeons make just about more than anesthesiologist. Heart surgeons are the ones that perform the surgery and are up for hours trying to prolong the patients life. Anesthesiologists are there through the whole thing, making sure the patient is in la la land. Peace Brownies
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