tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65443547200943128232024-02-08T05:52:44.375-08:00MedicineWilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.comBlogger210125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-85378708223708733002010-05-23T21:21:00.001-07:002010-05-23T21:21:17.538-07:00Has anyone used HGH before?If so, what reasons did you use HGH for?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> I have not, but I know someone who was given HGH because they were significantly lagging in their growth curves as a child. Other than that, I think it is most commonly used illicitly as an anabolic steroid. <hr>I haven't, but its used for improper development and is sometimes used in dwarfism <hr>no i haven't sorry better luck next time <hr>human growth hormone. do not use HGH. your liver will thank you. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-35571688131791635482010-05-23T21:21:00.000-07:002010-05-23T21:21:01.567-07:00Has anyone taken Diclofenac Potassium 50mg ( Cataflam)?I've been prescribed this medication for chronic pain (arthritis) How long does it take for the medication to become effective? What are the common side effects?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Cataflam is a NSAID(the same drug class as ibuprofen) it should work fairly quickly. As for side effects you might expect a little bit of upset stomach. Taking the med. with food will lessen that. It could cause a little bit of drowsiness but it's not likely. Also do not take it with any of the OTC pain med such as advil or motrin or aleve. <hr>Diclofenac potassium produce analgesic effects in one hour and antirheumatic effect about two weeks.adverse effects are nausea,discomfort,skin rash peptic ulcer.fluid retention,oedema andhepatic function impairment. <hr>crazy, if It helps you that's great, but the stomach side effects are bad enough, motrin is better! <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-36777132400933122522010-05-23T21:20:00.002-07:002010-05-23T21:20:46.238-07:00Has anyone suffered injuries from taking adderall (physical or mental)?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Hey, I am a mother of a (now) teenager taking adderall.<br />He has been on it for years now. The only thing that I can<br />see is that if he misses a dose or if it runs out his anger<br />impulses come back - sometimes life can be very challenging<br />and there are a lot of people out there that do not agree with <br />adderall being used, but the way that I look at it is if you had<br />diabetes, you would treat it. ANYWAY, you didn't exactly name<br />the type injury that you are referring to. Was it one that occured<br />when the meds had worn off or was it while the meds were <br />active in your system? I would definately contact the DR<br />that prescribed it and discuss this.. Bless you %26 good luck <hr>No not really. But one thing that happens is you start to lose the feeling of getting hungry. Sometimes you kinda pick at yourself cause you feel like something is crawling under your skin, kinda like someone on meth would do.<br />But really those start to go away after a few weeks. But I take adderall XR. there might be a differance between that and regular Adderall. <hr>i know that it increases heart rates and also makes you lose weight by increasing your metabolism... also, it can make you thirsty and thus a person must drink plenty of water when taking the drug. now, these side effects do not happen to everyone, but they are known to occur... <hr>my son had very severe facial tics so we had to switch to strattera. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-63609550425916567432010-05-23T21:20:00.001-07:002010-05-23T21:20:29.558-07:00Has anyone on this site ever had a positive drug test for THC or know of anyone?Me and a buddy are having an argument. "Can THC actually be traced through urine after two weeks of sobriety?" We know what the rumors say, but does anyone actual know of a person who has tested positive after 2 weeks, and if so was this person obese?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> yes most definitely stays in your system in fact out of all drugs THC has the longest life in your system...and no I'm not overweight I'm 6-1 200 pounds about average build...and you have my personal grantee be car full not saying a little skinny guy with a high metabolism may pass it but be car full <hr>Yeah, in urine for about a month. THC attaches to fat cells and sticks around a while. Someone with little fat could pass a test sooner than a person with more body fat. <hr>you can most certainly test positive for THC over a month after your last use. if you are clean and use once you may be clean after a week or so, although that may be cutting it close. i know of an instance when my level actually went up during a stint of sobriety. my diet was alot of fatty foods though. daily exercise to speed up your metabolism will help you get clean faster. to be perfectly safe give yourself at least 30-35 days before a test. <hr>Honestly, it could go either way. It is even possible to smoke once and excercise ( a lot of cardio) and drinking water and test negative in a week. A lot of things are possible. That could be difficult however <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-47050954498381892682010-05-23T21:20:00.000-07:002010-05-23T21:20:13.553-07:00has anyone here taken chlonidine? did it work for you?im taking my first today and im wondering if anyone else has.did it work? any side effects etc?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Well, it's a potent antihypertensive, so it'll drop your blood pressure. So it could make you dizzy/pass out if you stand up too fast. <hr>i'm most comfortable with with using clondine for its antihypertensive effects. although its clinical side effect of somnolence is well known and accepted it is rarely uses as as a sedative hypnotic alone without concomitant history. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-30348168260414130602010-05-23T21:19:00.003-07:002010-05-23T21:19:58.448-07:00has anyone had this?recently i have went from having 4 day periods to 1 or 2 day in september my period was from the 22-24th, in october is was the 24th and in novermber i was the 24-26th all of them have been really light. i took and HPT on the 26th of november just to be sure. since then i have been getting cramps, light backaches, last night i felt like i was going to pass out, i am always tired, and sometimes i feel like i am gonna puke. I am 24 yrs old, i'm not under a lot of stress, not change in diet, not weight gain/loss, i do have unprotected sex because my boyfriend and i are ttc..i need some serious answers on this because it is scaring the hell out of me.<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> well lady not a hpt are 100% u could very possibly be preg id take anoter test or 2 <hr>Can't help you, sorry. I don't get periods, and hopefully I never will. <hr>You need to go and see a doctar straight away! You most likely have an STD but it could also be cervical cancer going by your symptoms.GO AND SEE A DOCTOR ASAP! <hr>The stress add back aches...you need to go to a doctor about the time you passed out and the back aches, and avoid lifting things that are heavy untill adviced differently by you doctor.This could be a serious problem. Im a vergin and single and i still say that unprotected sex is bad, unless you expacting a long life together..then it ok. but you should get checked for viruses. <hr>When my g/f was about your age and hadn't had her period yet, she'd drink a couple of beers to thin her blood and would start. <br /> <br />Another problem she had though was she started dieting, lost some weight quick and had the same symptoms, it was gallstones. Her mom didn't think she needed to go to the hospital/doctor but it got so bad one night that I took her to the hospital and she had to have gallstone surgery within days. <hr>Home pregnancy test are not always accurate.Especially if it's to soon to tell.The only for sure test is a blood test which can tell you for sure if you are pregnant and how far along you are.Also If you think you could be pregnant I suggest you do go to the doctor ASAP.Becuase if yoour having pain that bad it could be tubular.The only way to know for sure is see a doctor.If not for your own well-being then at least for your own peace of mind. <hr>this has happened to me before but it just went away <br />if i were u i would go straight to a doctor<br />it might have something to do with u having unprotected sex <hr>Is there any familial history of endocrine/reproductive problems in your family? Ask your doctor about some hormone level tests like estrogen, luteinizing hormone, progesterone, and maybe FSH (follicle stimulating hormone). maybe one or more levels or different which may affect your periods. maybe your pituatary gland is affected. a thyroid problem may be the cause of your fatigue or poor diet. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-69675253547195999652010-05-23T21:19:00.002-07:002010-05-23T21:19:45.795-07:00Has anyone had plastic surgery in ont?I'm trying to find a surgon for breast implants and a tummy tuck, Has anyone had these surgerys done in ontario or know anyone who has. I'm looking for the best doctor for these 2 specific procedures. Thank you!<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Tummy tuck or Breast Implants surgery has become very common now. My cousin got her breast reduction, tummy tuck and facelift surgery in India by the company called Forerunners Healthcare .The Price for the surgery she paid in India was very less. She paid 30% of the cost she was quoted in America.Forerunners Healthcare is very famous in India. They arrange cosmetic and plastic surgery for foreigners in India. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories. They arrange financing for USA, Canadian, UK and other international patients who plan to have surgery abroad for low price, as the breast reduction, tummy tuck, facelift and other cosmetic surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. There are huge cost savings. As a doctor I personally believe that surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available In India is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.Many patients travel from United States of America and UK to get low cost surgery in India. Indian corporate hospitals are comparable to hospitals anywhere in the world. In fact, India has medical facilities that are comparable with the USA, UK and Canada. India offers World Class Medical Facilities, comparable with any of the western countries. India has state of the art Hospitals and the best medical experts. With the best infrastructure, the best possible Medical facilities, accompanied with the most competitive prices, you can get the treatment done in India at the lowest prices.http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com...<br />Hope this helps. <hr>No. Good luck <hr>your best bet would be to do your research couse there are a lot of posers out there. The truth is if the price is low so is the quality of the product. good luck <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-59757202475730759502010-05-23T21:19:00.001-07:002010-05-23T21:19:29.557-07:00Has anyone had nu-lasik surgery?I am thinking about getting nu-lasik surgery at northern laser vision centre in chatswood. has anyone had this? what was your experience. I am a little nervous about this, so would like some information from people that have actually had it or know someone who has.<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> I've never heard of nu-lasiks so it must be pretty new. I know they are developing a microwave type of eye surgery to correct vision, but never heard of nu. A good rule of thumb is to wait a year or 2 before trying any new types of therapys like this. Dont be a ginuea pig :) <hr>no,. i haven't had this <hr>no what does that do? it sounds kinda scary. <hr>My uncle had it done he had glasses for years, he liked the fact that he doesn't wear glasses anymore, but he does have to put alot of eye drops in, he says his eyes get more dry than when he had his glasses. But in all he is glad he had the surgery. <hr>A lot of people get LASIK eye surgery as it corrects their vision and improves their lives tremendously. The LASIK procedure corrects myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism so that you won't need to wear contact lenses or eyeglasses. LASIK is a method of reshaping the external surface of the eye (the cornea) to correct low, moderate and high degrees of near-sightedness, astigmatism and far-sightedness. A complete eye assessment is required to check the patient鈥檚 suitability for LASIK. Tests include refraction, contrast sensitivity, pupil size, pupil reaction, retinal examination, tonometry and pachymetry. Other specialised treatments under the Wavefront technology include the aberrometry, topolyzer measurements, topography and tests for dry eye among others.But since LASIK is an expensive procedure in the US, many people these days opt to travel overseas for their treatment. You can get your eye surgery/treatment done in India/Singapore/Thailand and even Mexico for much less than in the US. You end up saving 60-80% even after your travel expenses and hospital stay have been paid for.However, you need to be careful about the quality of hospitals there. You must make sure that they are JCI/JCAHO/ISO accredited, which means that the hospitals meet US standards and the service provided is world-class.One such medical tourism facilitator that works only with quality hospitals abroad is Healthbase (http://www.healthbase.com). You can research about the various medical procedures, communicate with the surgeons overseas, apply for medical loans, plan and book your travel all at their website. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-74869754529672212632010-05-23T21:19:00.000-07:002010-05-23T21:19:14.079-07:00has anyone had lasik surgery and how much did it cost?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Wow, I don't know where you guys are getting your quotes at or where you live, but...<br /> <br />I just had mine done January 2, 2007, in Omaha, Nebraska. The cost was $4200 for Custom LASIK, no blades. Standard no blade LASIK was $3600. I received a 10% discount on the Custom, so my net cost was about $3800.<br /> <br />I'd priced out 3 other places in Omaha prior to booking where I went. Those prices were $4000 (Custom, no blade), $3200 (no Custom blade for flap removal), and $3000 (no Custom, blade for flap removal). <br /> <br />If you are planning on doing it, I would definitely check to see if any health plans at your employer offer discounts or anything. Also, if you have a flex benefits program, set that money aside in that account so you can pay with tax-free dollars. <br /> <br />Hope that helps. It ain't cheap, but it's worth it. And I would stay away from anyone that says $250 per eye. You don't want to end up looking like a pirate. <hr>My two eldest sisters had the procedure done and one of them told me that it was about $1,000 an eye. I think it all depends on the doctor who probably sets their own prices. <hr>My mother had it done to her eyes. I think it cost like $2400, but that was a couple years ago, so by now it's probably a lot less. My mother's employer actually paid for a good portion of that, I think half, so that would be something to look into. <hr>I haven't yet, but here in eastern ohio there is a dr who charges $250 per eye. I really think it depends on your dr %26 the area where you live. <hr>It's in the general area of $1,000 per eye. Just make sure you research your doctor and keep in mind that (depending on your age),you may still end up having to wear 'reading glasses' at some point. <hr>It usually runs about $1,000 dollars for both eyes all together but I know a few doctors that do a lifetime "fix for around $2,000, so either way you can see better, and for double the price, you can be guaranteed, permanant/consistant visual gratification right? oh, you should search around and try to get the best doctor rather than the best deal. right? <hr>i had it done 4 yrs ago,cost then was around $2,000 <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-70603935450785095922010-05-23T21:18:00.003-07:002010-05-23T21:18:57.878-07:00Has anyone had an anuerysm and would be willing to share what it was like or knew anyone that did?please leave your e-mail address so i could ask some questions thank you<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> My grandmother dropped dead peeling potatos at 63 years old from an anuerysm in her heart. My mother and her only sister had brain anuerysms at the age of 45.(They were both 45 years old.) My aunt died within 24 hours. My mother lived because hers started to actually seal itself closed. She had brain surgery and was in an induced coma for a month after surgery. <br />You can email me by clicking on my profile and going to my profile page. I won't give out my email address here because I was turned in for "chatting and personal whatever" it is that you receive a violation for..I will be glad to answer any questions you might have.... <hr>Well, unless dead people are able to email, then I doubt you'll get many answers. <hr>One of my father's friends was out fishing one day, and suddenly got a bad headache out of nowhere. He was taken ashore, and was advised to go to the hospital. He said he'll just sleep it off. He died instead of a brain aneurysm. You can contact me at Scythian@aol.com. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-83632897360132704262010-05-23T21:18:00.002-07:002010-05-23T21:18:42.518-07:00Has anyone had a positive experience,taking the antipsychotic :haldol?Please feel free to elaborate.What were the good and bad?And Have you ever taken haldol in conjunction with other drugs like seroquel?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Yeah - I was in the hospital and they gave me a shot of Haldol to calm me down - wheh - It did! Good stuff.But it was only one time.Never tried seroquel. <hr>As a paramedic, I've had positive experiences GIVING Haldol (haloperidol). It's a pretty strong antipsychotic drug. We use it for patients with extreme behavioral problems. <hr>They give it to you right before they tie you up. <hr>seroquel is a weight gainer drug!!even in small doses. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-46283703522508633462010-05-23T21:18:00.001-07:002010-05-23T21:18:25.277-07:00Has anyone had a doctor prescribe Erythromycin oral liquid to your child? I filled a prescription today for mylittle 2 month girl and the pharmacist said he had to divide the amount for some reason, and now I am fearing the dosage might be wrong. He calculated it to be at .78 per dosage every 6 hours is this the right dosage? the pharmacy is now closed, it was a local one at the Medical building.<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> The amount prescribed is appropriate for your daughter's age, weight and infection. The dosage is 30-50mg/kg/day in divided doses. The upper limit for your daughter would be 68.75mg 4 times a day. The dose prescribed is 62.4mg 4 times a day, which is within normal limits. This medication is available in drops, but using the 400mg/5ml suspension is OK and allows a smaller volume of fluid for your daughter to swallow. To lessen your fears, erythromycin is a very forgiving drug when it comes to dosing. The most common side effects are stomach/GI-related, such as vomiting or diarrhea. Call your doctor if this occurs.I hope your baby gets well soon.Rick the PharmacistRick the Pharmacist <hr>More than likely the doctor calculated the wrong dosage, and the pharmacist had to fix it. That is a fairly common event. The pediatric dose is about 7.5-12.5mg per kilogram every 6 hours. The dosage looks fine. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-8183243974310602982010-05-23T21:18:00.000-07:002010-05-23T21:18:09.278-07:00Has anyone had a bone marrow transplant or know someone who has had one.I just want to know how it went?I had one when i was six and i'm doing fine now. I have childhood onset cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy. In fact I would say I'm a prettty strange case. I should be loosing brain cells , but i'm not, lucky me. I had mine done in Minnesota, and I live in Wisconson. I just want to know how it went for you or them<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Do you want to know the trueth? My grandfather is no longer living, he had something like that. Your young so..I hope you make it <hr>I don't know if you have ever seen the movie Lorenzo's oil, but it is about a young child who had ALD. Sadly ALD is a horrible disease, and you are very fortunate that you are doing ok! There are many conditions treated with bone marrow transplants, particularly leukemias, lymphomas, and myelomas. <hr>Well.. I work in an Oncology hospital and I get to see folks get bone marrow transplants as well as HCPT (stem cell) transplants. I've watched folks sail through it like troopers and walk out.<br />Some don't. I've seen where the HLA type was a great match, and the graft never took, and times where the HLA type was an OK match and the person took up the graft and made great recovery.Leukemias, Lymphomas, Myelomas are very ugly diseases.<br />They do not play by the rules, and play no favorites.Count yourself lucky. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-87412592729205506242010-05-23T21:17:00.003-07:002010-05-23T21:17:53.983-07:00has anyone gotten headaches while taking topamax??<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> No, I haven't gotten any from taking it. I take 75 -100 mg every night before bed to help prevent migraines the NEXT day. If I get a headache the next day I have Relpax which, IMO, is a wonder drug - I have never taken anything better than that - besides aspirin (unfortunately aspirin burned a hole in my deodenum and I almost died!).Have your doctor give you script for Relpax (they will only give you about 6 - 10 pills /month), and if you get a headache - whish - it's gone! <hr>If you're taking Topamax for migraines, then yes you can still get migraines on Topamax. The purpose of taking it is to reduce the frequency and severity. That is by no means a guarantee that you won't get one during treatment.It reduced mine significantly, but I also can't feel my fingers or toes, food tastes freaky, and I feel like the village idiot for a few hours after taking it. I stopped taking it because the side effects were more annoying than the migraines. But while I was taking it, they were reduced, but not ocmpletely cured. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-2131890521294402952010-05-23T21:17:00.002-07:002010-05-23T21:17:39.769-07:00Has anyone gone to University of Maryland School of Nursing or Medicine?I want to go to medical school and become a trauma surgeon, obviously after I graduate from high school and college. I'm pretty sure I want to go to nursing school for my undergrad, so I at least have nursing to fall back on if I don't get into medical school. I have been doing some research and I've found that I am particularly interested in University of Maryland, mainly because of their world-renowned R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. So my question is... Has anyone on ByeDR been through either school? What did they think of it? Were you exposed, at all, to the Program in Trauma? And last but not least.Do you live in the state of Maryland? I live in Michigan, and I want to know if it is worth moving for. Thank you and God Bless!<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> I am a graduate of the University of MD School of Medicine. During medical school, we got no exposure to Shock Trauma at all. I also did my residency there for anesthesiology, and spent 1 month in the neuro ICU out of the 3 year residency.I think the surgical residents spent more time there, especially the ortho guys.It may be different now, because I haven't been there since 1993. We got plenty of trauma at University, though. Weekend call could be full of gunshot wounds, stabbings and drunk guys being hit by cars. Ahhhh... life in the big city!Maryland is nice. I was born and raised there, so it's home to me. The hospital is not in a great part of town, but it is in a better part of town than Hopkins is. You wouldn't want to actually live near either place, though.Baltimore has its own personality. Kind of kitschy, but fun. There are some good neighborhoods within Baltimore, and lots of nice suburban areas to settle in.Shock-O-Rama (as we called it) may have its own residency program, or Univ of MD trauma surg program may have their residents spend lots of time there. When the time comes to go to med school and, later, look for residency, that is a question you would want to ask. These things change over time, too, so what is true now may not be so in a few years.Best of luck to you! <hr>For starters, I didn't go to Univ of Maryland, but I know a little about the process of becoming a trauma surgeon.You will likely find it harder to get into UMD since it is a state funded school and you are coming from out of state. But don't let that stop you. Just realize that it isn't that important to go there. And also know that just because you went to UMD is not a guarantee that you will get into the fellowship there.As for becoming a trauma surgeon, it would be more important to get into Maryland after you have graduated medical school and completed your surgical residency. Once you complete those two things you can go into fellowship (further specialization).Trauma surgeons are made one of two ways. One is to do a trauma fellowship which allows you to call yourself a trauma surgeon. The other, more versatile path (which is the one I chose), is to do a surgical critical care fellowship. This allows you to do both trauma and critical care. Both of the fellowships are an additional year. Some people go overboard and do both, but it is not required. Both critical care and trauma fellowships are available at UMD.In selecting your residency, I would suggest to you that you find a program that is closely affiliated with a Level I trauma center. This is basically any large urban university hospital. You will likely get an adequate exposure to trauma care there and will allow you to determine if it is really for you or not. The path to trauma is also a long one that will test your resolve at every turn. First, most people will change their minds as to what they want to do for residency two or three times during medical school alone. So it鈥檚 a difficult decision to do surgery in the first place. Once in residency, people often change their minds again. Most students like the sound of "Trauma Surgeon", but start to shy away from it when they realize the work involved and realize that it isn't a very nice lifestyle and many abandon the path. I don't want to try to scare you; I just want you to go in with your eyes open.As for nursing: I don't think that you will find that having a nursing degree is any advantage to getting into medical school. But backup plans are good, mine was to do a PhD in chemistry.Just work hard, do well in _all_ of your classes, but especially in chem, orgo, physics and any biology classs. Study extremely hard for the MCAT to maximize your chances. But don't forget most schools are looking for a well rounded student, so get out there and get involved. Be a volunteer or help out in a charitable cause. It is also very helpful to be leader at your school. They wil both help you to get into med school, but will also help you in the long run.Good luck. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-52511184832409442072010-05-23T21:17:00.001-07:002010-05-23T21:17:21.552-07:00has anyone experienced weight gain when taking Paxil CR ?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Paxil CR is an "SSRI" (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor)...and, as a whole, these types of drugs do promote an increased appetite (and possible weight gain.) <hr>Oh yeah. and it has been very hard to get that weight off. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-46546469677413251942010-05-23T21:17:00.000-07:002010-05-23T21:17:05.759-07:00Has anyone ever tried some CDs that are labeled to "stimulate human growth hormone production"? Is it a scam?Just saw it on ebay, CD labeled "Quantum Subliminal Matrix Technology鈩?(QSMT)" and it supposedly has subliminal messages to make your brain produce more hgh, scam? Just curious. ^_~<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Somebody makes a huge scientific discovery like that, but uses it to sell CD's on eBay instead of announcing it in respectable scientific journals? I rather doubt it.There's some data to support the idea that subliminal messages can affect your thoughts or behavior in small ways. However, there's never been any evidence that they could directly affect any sort of chemical in your brain, particularly not human growth hormone.It'll be interesting to see if this comes up during some drug testing debacle in sports. :-) "No, I'm not taking steroids, it must be a side effect of this CD I've been listening to..." <hr>S C A M <hr>Yes, its a scam. The pituitary gland which creates growth hormone cannon be stimutated to produce it. The only thing to replace low or no growth hormone is growth hormone injections. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-38895348948163174582010-05-23T21:16:00.003-07:002010-05-23T21:16:50.034-07:00has anyone ever taken a hair drug test? if so tell me about it.?I have to take one today and i have use some cleaning products, but i'm curious about how it works and how to pass. i have been clean for a month and a half but before was an occaional user of pot.<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> The hair test is much more thorough than the standard piss test.Basically, as the THC is absorbed into your body, it exits through your hair follicles and becomes trapped in your hair. It's been some time since my last hair test, but it seems the THC will remain in your hair for up to three months. That should vary from person to person.The special shampoo basically strips your hair raw, removing any trace amounts of THC that would otherwise remain. I did the hair test twice, about 7 years ago now, and the special shampoo helped me pass with flying colors.Whatever you do, don't cut your hair super-short or shave your head. Fingernails are essentially a different type of hair (in so many words), and if the technicians can't get a good hair sample, they will take your fingernails, and you'll be screwed. <hr>The hair test is very rare indeed. you must be applying for a prestigous position. i'd be interested to what that would be if you could provide a little more info. also that hair test is infallible there is no fooling it. and it keeps a record of anything you've done for, i'm told, 7 years. however it seems more likely the record is directly proportional to the length of your hair i.e. a 3 year growth would hold a 3 year record. regardless im sure that the pot will show up. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-54766438933645555722010-05-23T21:16:00.002-07:002010-05-23T21:16:33.506-07:00has anyone ever heard of a product called curlex and if so can you buy this product anywhere?I was a medic in the military and we used it to patch bullet holes. it is a gauze like material and we you stuffed it in hole it expaned and sealed the hole and stopped the bleeding<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Kerlex - is a type of gauze that you can wrap around an arm/leg. There is a product that has iodine infused through it that can be used to pack wounds that are being allowed to heal without stitches. I'm sorry, I can't think of the name of it - what we use has gauze about one inch wide, comes wrapped into a roll in a brown bottle.<br />There is also a product called Gelfoam that can be used to absorb blood to facilitate clotting. When I worked in the nursery, we used it to help stop a circ from bleeding.<br />I would think any of them could be found in a comprehensive pharmacy.<br />Hope some of that helps! <hr>Kerlix can be found at WalMart. <hr>Curlex is used on ambulances in my area. It comes in a roll like gauze, however it adheres to itself so the use of tape is not necessary to hold it in place. It can be found/ordered through any medical supply company. We carry it on our ambulance to hold IV tubing and catheters in place on the very sweaty or very combative. Ours is a very pretty bright blue :-) <hr>You may be thinking of iodoform tape. This is specifically for stuffing into holes that may be infected. It absorbs destructive exudate/blood and therefore hastens healing time. It is also slightly moist, so it doesn't rip out newly forming tissue. Then the curlex is applied.Hope this helps. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-28515770629400378032010-05-23T21:16:00.001-07:002010-05-23T21:16:17.591-07:00Has anyone ever heard of a Greenfield Filter leg breaking off and becoming embedded somewhere else in the body<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Yes.Please see my other post. The second reference makes note of it as a known complication (altough exceedingly rare).If the filter does fracture it will in all likely hood become stuck in the lungs or heart. The treatment would be retervial through an endovascular procedure (done by an interventional radiologist) and failing that you would nbend up with a very significant surgery.http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;... <hr>No, but that's scary. My 22 year old son has one, and so does my mother. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-11256785932411918892010-05-23T21:16:00.000-07:002010-05-23T21:16:01.647-07:00Has anyone ever had gallbladder surgery? Enlighten me please.?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> Here is my answer from a similar question:First, about 25% of the population have gallstones. Only about 2% have problems with acute cholecystitis (inflammation of the gallbladder). Of those 2%, most will be referred for surgery which is mostly curative.The common practice is to remove the gallbladder laparoscopically. The procedure consists of four small incisions: a 10-12mm incision in made in the bellybutton (umbilicus) and a camera is inserted. Then another 10 mm port is placed to the left side of the xypoid process (the most inferior portion of the sternum or breastbone). Two more 5 mm ports are placed below the rib cage on the right.The operation usually takes 45 min to 2 hours. In addition some surgeons will do an "intraoperative choleangiogram" - this is a study where the shoot dye into the biliary tract and look for trapped stones. If they find them, the will either retrieve them (common bile duct exploration) or refer you for an ERCP (endoscopic retrograde choleangio-pancreatography) where the sedate you, place a scope in your mouth and open the duct that connect the biliary tract with the digestive tract or small bowel.The standard is that patients either go home 8-12 hours after the operation or more likely the next day. You will likely be able to do light house work for the next two week. Most people are out of work 2-4 weeks while they heal. You will not be able to drive while you are on pain medications.On occasion the procedure can not be completed or even attempted via the camera. This requires an "open" procedure. This is a much more painful procedure with a longer recovery. Typically it is about 50% longer then the laparoscopic surgery.While you will not generally have any additional dietary restrictions, most patients find that they will have trouble (i.e. abdominal pain) if the consume a meal rich in fat the first few weeks after surgery. For some, they are never able to tolerate fatty meals, but most do.Gallbladders themselves don't explode from gallstones. Unless they become infected (gangrenous gallbladder) you typically just have intermittent pain until the gallbladder is removed.Despite surgery, it is possible for stone to form in the hepatic ducts. This is a difficult problem to resolve since the gallbladder is already gone. This is usually treated with ERCP as needed. Sometimes medications can help, but this is a rare occurrence. <br />Original question: http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;... <hr>I have never had it, but I saw a gallbladder surgery today. The one I saw, the doctors didn't open up the patient. They can make small incisions and use a small camera to guide them in the surgery. It is called Laparoscopic surgery and it is minimally invasive. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-64071941901079672802010-05-23T21:15:00.002-07:002010-05-23T21:15:45.488-07:00Has anyone ever had cosmetic surgery done by Dr Shailesh magabhai patel at Transform in Manchester UK?has anyone had a rhinoplasty or any other cosmetic sugery performed by Dr Shailesh Patel fromTransform medical group, in Manchester UK. If you have can you please give me some feedback thanks.<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> If this guy is a properly-trained, eithical surgeon, then he'll want to have a consultation with you to make sure that you're skin is suitable for the surgery. For example, fair skin apparently scars quite badly (apparently) so if this is a medically proven fact, and you have fair skin then he will warn against you undergoing the operation. But if he does not arrange a consultation with you and is content to just talk to you on the day of the operation, then don't let him near you! That is bad practice. <hr>THE BLOKE WITH 5 BALLS DID <hr>Is that the same guy who owns the Taj Mahal curry house on Regents rd? I wondered where he got his meat from! <hr>Blimey! <hr>Its not rhinoplasty you need, its something to stop you asking the same question over and over and over and over <hr>Cosmetic surgery is very safe nowadays. My cousin got her breast reduction, tummy tuck and facelift surgery in India by the company called Forerunners Healthcare .The Price for the surgery she paid in India was very less. She paid 30% of the cost she was quoted in America.Forerunners Healthcare is very famous in India. They arrange cosmetic and plastic surgery for foreigners in India. I read a lot about them in the Newspapers and about their patient stories. They arrange financing for USA, Canadian, UK and other international patients who plan to have surgery abroad for low price, as the breast reduction, tummy tuck, facelift and other cosmetic surgery is not covered by insurance. They also have photos pasted of their International patients. You can checkout their website. There are huge cost savings. As a doctor I personally believe that surgery can be easily handled in India, as the quality of healthcare available In India is simply best in the world. The surgeons are USA/UK trained and facilities are 5 star.http://www.forerunnershealthcare.com...<br />Hope this helps. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-29067871496137547572010-05-23T21:15:00.001-07:002010-05-23T21:15:29.634-07:00Has anyone ever had cosmetic ear surgery?I think its called otoplasy or something. Wondering how old yu where, how long it took you to recover (able to go back to work), happy with results...?? Thanks<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> hi, my name is dumbo and i had big ears so i ghad them removed, but now i cant hear $hit..<br />i was a proffesional movie critict but i got fired so now im back at the circus workin for peanuts(not kiddin) <br />%26#92;stay away from the oktowplasmatanatic surgery if you want to have a future.<br /> just use an old trick, buy gigantic earmuffs and wearthem in the summer! <hr>nooo way,do u know how dangerous that is <hr>I assisted at one a few years back. It is usually an outpatient procedure. You can go back to work the next day. It is very satisfying to patients who have been ridiculed for having big ears. Patients are definitely happy. First ask yourself, though, do I really need it? It is very rare that a person has undesirable ears. What you may find unattractive may actually look quite normal to others. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-24075481145171524552010-05-23T21:15:00.000-07:002010-05-23T21:15:13.816-07:00Has anyone ever had a doctor touch them in the "wrong way"? I have but don't wanna talk about it...<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> No, I haven't, however, wasn't there a nurse in the room w/ the dr?? There has always been a nurse in the room when I was w/ a male dr. (at the hospital after having my son, at the dentist, GP and gyno, even the emergency room)With whom do you not want to talk about it? Us? Your friends, your family? A therapist?? If you are mentally healthy enough to know it had nothing to do with you, and that you are not at fault, I see no reason to have to talk about it. If for any reason you are fealing ANY form of guilt, then yes, you NEED to talk about it, because keeping inside will only compound the problem and maybe create problems for yourself later on, whether noticable or not. There is no reason to have to talk about it to family or friends. If they are pressuring you to talk about it, then they are being selfish. You need to talk about it w/ someone you feel comfortable with. Find a lisenced therapist (psychologist or psychotherapist..not simply a social worker). Most health insurance companies cover therapy (under Mental Health). Someone who can offer an objective point of view. Find a therapist w/ whom you feel comfortable with. It is OK to switch therapists if the first 1 or 2 or even 3 just aren't doing it for you. However, don't go to a therapist that tells you what you want to hear, because inside you know what is right and what isnt'. Remember, you have to go thru the pain to get to the other side. ;) Good luck and I'm glad you reported him! Pooey on him! ps---I just had a dream about this 2 nights ago.very weird that I am reading this post right now. <hr>Nope <hr>Yeah. You're not just out for juicy stores at all, eh? <hr>then why did you post the question? <hr>not me.but you should report the doctor.just think how many others you may be helping just by doing the right thing. <hr>ok, bad for you , I've never been molested, I've gotten ??? many times, what cheers me up, is when they throw the money at me!!hell yeah! <hr>Then why are you mentioning it... and to answer your question... no. <hr>No i have not. I hate going to the doctor's office and i'm an adult. <hr>I did. My doctor was a hot 30 yr old woman and when I visited her to explain that the skin around my helmet was hurting, she massaged it for me. First time I ever got intimate with a woman. <hr>No, but if I were you I'd get a lawyer and sue. I would NOT go to him or her again! Plus, if you don't report them, they might be doing it to other patients too! Take 'em down! They are a disgrace to their profession! Stay away from them, and don't go back, or they might try even worse next time. If this is bothering you, you can go on chatrooms online too for support. Good luck! <hr>If you don't want to talk about it, then don't post about it. <hr>um... yeah... i was 7 and this doctor at philadelphia's children hospital was checking for my pulse... somewhere... down there... so yeah. no more details... <hr>I'm really sorry that happened to you. That sucks. This is a person you're supposed to be able to trust. I'm glad you reported him. I think it would help though if you would talk about with someone you know, maybe even a counselor. <hr>Nope <hr>I personally Never Have Been, Nor Have I Ever Done So, to me it is an Abuse of Power, Not that I Think it Couldn't Happen, but Something Benign may Be Seen By the Patient as Malignant. <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6544354720094312823.post-81308700834784959292010-05-23T21:14:00.003-07:002010-05-23T21:14:57.373-07:00Has anyone ever experimented with DMT?If so did you see machine elves, giant insects, and emerald palaces? Did the DMTverse seem more real than reality?<br /><b>Answer: </b><br> I used 5meo-DMT about 8 months ago I smoked roughly 500mgs total (not all at once) Basicly just after the first Hit that I took. I felt extreamly nausiated and like the entire world just kinda bent and flattend. I didn't know what to do with myself so I ran outside and everything was just so like blended all the colors of like kinda sworled together in this like huge mass of everything. Then after the rush everything seemed to be more alive. Everything seemed to be connected. <hr>I saw Godzilla but turned out to be the wife.Coach <hr>Wilfredhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02475150367786591446noreply@blogger.com0