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yogi

March 12, 2010 Status: Status

what should I do about a rash that has a painful lump and is lighter in the middle

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[yrodr]: March 19, 2010
	How long have you had the rash? Where is the rash located? What color is the lump? Is there any itching? Is the rash spreading? It is really hard to give you an educated answer since there are so many types of rashes that a person can have. It could be anything from a simple allergic reaction to something, to a rash which could indicate an infection.

Natalie

March 12, 2010 Status: Status

My toes really hurt. They turned whitish and now they're red and very painful. My shoes fit fine. I'm 17. Any ideas?

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[Shefali]: March 15, 2010
	A very painful toe is one of the symptom of Arthritis. If your toe is been hurting you since very long time then you should definitely get it check by the Physician. You might be thinking that its crazy that you might Arthritis because you are just 17. But you should still get it confirm.

[Alyssa]: March 17, 2010
	Have you been exposed to cold or experienced excessive anxiety lately? It could be a constriction of the vessels in response to either of these stimuli. If the condition persists, see your doctor.

[SallyT]: March 18, 2010
	What about Raynaud's Syndrome/Disease? Have you been checked for that?

[SallyT]: March 18, 2010
	What about Raynaud's Syndrome/Disease? Have you been checked for that?

[SallyT]: March 18, 2010
	What about Raynaud's Syndrome/Disease? Have you been checked for that?

Bboy

March 11, 2010 Status: Status

What are the benefits of green tea? Does it really help you lose weight?

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[JulieAnn04]: March 11, 2010
	I am not a physician but I have read that the benefits of green tea are due to its powerful anti-oxidant EGCG. This inhibits the growth of cancer cells and kills existing cells without harming heathy tissue. About losing weight, green tea has been said to help burn calories faster therefore helping the person drinking the tea to loose weight. It is seen the green tea burns fat and lowers cholesterol which can improve a person's health and weight. None of these facts are proven but have been observed in many different cases. Green tea is recommended by doctors to be included as part of a healthy diet. I hope this helps!

[Gaurav]: March 14, 2010
	Green Tea is good for the heart.It has a lot of Anti-oxidants,so basically it prevents the bad cholesterol (LDL) in developing atherosclerosis which is a type of Arteriosclerosis.As Green Tea prevents a atherosclerotic fat plug to develop in the coronary artery,it reduces the risks of developing Myocardial Infarction or Angina.

TheRock

March 11, 2010 Status: Status

I have a friend who got kidney stones and he was drinking a lot of protein drinks. I do the same for lifting, and was just wondering if I should worry about this side effect.

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[Alyssa]: March 11, 2010
	First of all, I think it is essential to point out that one should not be reliant on protein drinks for daily protein intake. Other good sources of protein include seafood, dairy, white-meat poultry, beans, and soy. If you are using a protein drink to replace your meal (which you should do infrequently), make sure it is low in sugar and fat and has at least six grams of protein. That being said, kidney stones can indeed be a common side effect to excess protein. Protein increases calcium (and oxalates and uric acid) in the urine, and it builds up in your kidneys, forming the stone. The easiest way to prevent this is to drink LOTS of fluids (6-8 glasses per day, but more if you are exercising). This will diltue the calcium and, because you will need more frequent trips to the restroom, pr...View full response

[Gaurav]: March 14, 2010
	There are 2 types protein drinks available.Whey and Casein.Whey is a better one.The protein drinks should be taken as a supplementary source but not a primary.After metabolism they are excreted by the kidneys so there is a fair enough chance of kidney stones if taken in excess.Also it could damage the Liver because of the Ammonia production.So I would recommend you to take these drinks in necessary amount only if you want to.All the best !

[Shefali]: March 15, 2010
	Protien do have

[Shefali]: March 15, 2010
	Protien drinks have lot of Ammonia content in it. Due to which it blocks the kidney to filter the water out. You should try substitute the protien drink with water. Person having a kidney stone should drink atleast 2-3 liters of water daily, so the stone by itself gets dissolve in the water and will be drain out of the body in the form of urine.

NurseJackie

March 02, 2010 Status: Status

I have a weird skin condition on my upper arms, where the skin is sort of spotted and prone to whiteheads. Besides exfoliation, is there anything I can do for this? I have heard several things: that it's fungal; that it is an actual skin type... I've seen other people who have it. Sort of rosacea of the arms. Any ideas as to what this could be / how to fix it? Could it be related to candida or rosacea?

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[PreMed Missy]: March 02, 2010
	I am not a physician. Going to a dermatologist would be the best decision to make as they will be able to diagnose what the condition is. If you have what I am thinking, one of my friends and I have the same thing. What we have is a hereditary condition known as keratosis pilaris (KP). Keratosis pilaris are bumps of “keratin protein” that collect on the skin of the upper arms. The area where my friend and I have it is on the back of our upper arms. Treatment for keratosis pilaris is to continuously keep up with a routine. There are many lotions and creams that are used, and since it shows up in people in different ways, the list of these lotions and creams are very long. You need to keep your arms moisturized and make sure that your skin doesn’t dry up. If you have a mild case o...View full response

[Alyssa]: March 02, 2010
	I would also agree that your condition sounds like keratosis pilaris. Keratosis Pilaris is a very common genetic disorder characterized by rough bumps on the skin, typically on the back and outer sides of the upper arms; it can also occur on thighs and buttocks. Keratosis Pilaris occurs when hair follicles form incorrectly: the protein Keratin accumulates in the follicles, forming bumps on the skin. These bumps can also become red if irritated. I have also been diagnosed with keratosis pilaris, although I have yet to find a treatment that works consistently. Typically, I apply regular moisturizer, but this makes the bumps redder. I have found, however, that while aloe does not remove the bumps, it does lessen their appearance. So, if you are looking for an affordable alternative to the...View full response

[SallyT]: March 12, 2010
	My kids both had it badly, and I got them (I swear I'm not selling this) Eucerin Plus Intensive Repair Body Creme. It worked really well. The dermatologist told me that exfoliation, which was my first thought, was a bad idea.

Vulcan

March 02, 2010 Status: Status

I have heard a lot of different things about what to eat after having cancer. Are there specific things to avoid? Cow dairy? Sugar? Processed foods?

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[PreMed Missy]: March 02, 2010
	According to Dr. Lynne Eldridge, the following are the foods you should avoid to prevent difference kinds of cancer: Cancer in general: 1. One should not drink soda to avoid obesity, not necessarily cancer. The reason for this is because research shows that 20% of women who died of cancer were obese, and 14% of men were obese. 2. Foods that have acrylamide, like potato chips and French fries. The chemical, acrylamide, is formed when foods that contain starch are heated or cooked. Acrylamide was put on the 2005 list as a “probable human carcinogen.” 3. Although it is only known to cause cancer in animals, avoiding foods that contain the preservative BHT may be something you want to consider. Avoiding foods with the preservative BHA is also a good idea, as BHA is known as a human carc...View full response

[Claudia31]: March 02, 2010
	I suggest a healthy lifestyle, just as everyone should have. The Mayo Clinic recommends exercise, eating a balanced diet, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding tobacco and limiting the amount of alcohol you drink. This will help you regain strength, rebuild tissue, and feel better all around. These are their diet guidelines for cancer survivors: -Eat five or more servings of fruits and vegetables every day -Healthy fats, including omega-3 fatty acids, rather than saturated fats or trans fats -Proteins that are low in saturated fat, such as fish, lean meats, eggs, nuts, seeds and legumes -Healthy sources of carbohydrates, such as whole grains, legumes, and fruits and vegetables. In addition, studies have shown that the fat component in cow dairy contains anticarcinogenic compounds. Sugar, ...View full response

Brad

March 01, 2010 Status: Status

I get pretty bad dandruff and have tried dandruff shampoos. They work for about a week and then it comes back. Now I just wash my hair with soap. Any ideas about curing/treating dandruff for the long term? What causes dandruff?

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[Claudia31]: March 01, 2010
	Dandruff is a termed used to describe the flakes of dead skin that appear at the scalp . This happens when the skin cells on the scalp are renewed faster than usual, pushing the old cells out and causing them to be exposed. According to the Mayo clinic, dandruff can be caused by: dry skin, irritated oily skin, psoriasis, not shampooing enough, eczema, sensitivity to hair products, and malassezia (a yeast-like fungus) It is recommended to shampoo daily and massage the scalp to remove the dead skin cells. In additon, shampoos containing sulfur, selenium sulfide, or pyrithione zinc, as well as products containing coal tar and salicylic acid can help in either slowing the production of new cells or removing the old ones. A study showed that 5% tea tree oil treatment gave a 42% improvement in...View full response

[Shefali]: March 02, 2010
	Dandruff is the problem which cannot be resolved. It can be gone for a while by washing but there chances its gonna come back. I use to have the same problem but after doing some household and natural treatment it can be reduce to far extent. In order to get rid of dandruff try putting yogurt adn lemon juice in your hair. I know it sounds nasty but guarantee after two -three times of applying that stuff to your hair you are gonna observe the result. Put yogurt in your hair and leave it for like half and hour and then wash hair with your regular shampoo products... I am pretty sure it will work.

[Jairo]: March 02, 2010
	Dandruff is actually a fungal skin infection with characteristics similar to those found in other skin disorders such as eczema and atopic dermatitis. The fungal infection, was always believed to be caused by Malassezia furfur and was treated as such. The shampoos you would treat the fungal infection were for the wrong strand of a species of fungus but still works on some people due to other factors. The real culprit is a fungus known as M. globosa which feeds of lipids. What's happening molecularly? -Your scalp normally secretes lipids and sebum onto the scalp (that nasty oily feeling you get when you don't shower three days is caused by this secretion). -These lipids and sebum is a perfect lipid rich environment for the fungus. -The fungal domain of life digests extracellularly; meanin...View full response

[Jairo]: March 02, 2010
	Please excuse some of the typos in grammar and it's "Soap that may work" please, don't try soup. hahaha

[Beth]: March 10, 2010
	People in my family get itchy scalp from not washing their hair daily. Especially in hot weather (sweat) or when there is a lot of pollen in the air. Ironically, a lot of common shampoos cause itching for us. Rinsing shampoo very thoroughly is important. We get rashes on eyelids, eyebrows, behind the ears and on our armpits from not rinsing shampoo thoroughly. Does any of this ring a bell for you? If so, you might want to switch shampoo and find one that doesn't bother you. You might try NoPoo. This product doesn't contain the foaming ingredient in most shampoos. It feels very strange - like washing with hand lotion- but it does get your hair clean. It helped a lot for several family members. It is marketed as being better for your hair but I find that the scalp benefits are much more dramatic....View full response

Michelle

March 01, 2010 Status: Status

My mother has varicose veins and I'm worried about getting them. Are they inheritable? What is the cause, and how could I prevent them?

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[Jairo]: March 01, 2010
	Heredity is one of the factors in the causation of varicose veins in about 80% of all cases and normally the majority of the cases noted in females. The cause of the disease is caused by the improper genetic coding for an apparatus in your veins which works as a one-way valve for blood as is flows back to the heart once it has been used in your organs. This flap keeps the blood from back-washing into your veins as your heart expands to pump once again. Think of it as a straw; if you are drinking from a straw, suddenly stop, and quickly cover the straw hole with your finger the liquid won't drain back into your drink right? This is due to pressure much like the pressure your heart causes when it expands once again (so that it can pump). The problem is, that the flap/valve (finger) in your v...View full response

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