The Student Room - Health

Flat red spots all over my chest and the GP receptionist said 'go to the pharmacy'

Tim2341 — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:53:48 GMT

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Originally Posted by deedee123

No.. :p I've never in my life been asked what i wanted to see the doctor for. It's a confidential matter between yourself and your doctor.

What's with the :p:p:p faces? This girl is simply asking for help.

Does your doctor know your name??

Helenia — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:44:31 GMT

I'm sure mine doesn't - I've only seen her once. Why should it matter? I'm a doctor but not a GP, I only remember a handful of previous patients' names. I remember faces quite well, or clinical stories, but only a few names stick with me.

The average GP has over 1000 patients on their list - from my experience I'm impressed by what they DO remember!

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took too much ibuprofen - liver damage?

Iron Lady — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:44:02 GMT

You'll be fine as long as you don't make a habit of it.

Does your GP surgery only do 'on the day appointments'?

russellsteapot — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:38:53 GMT

Mine does mostly on the day, with a small number pre-bookable, but you usually need a specific reason to pre-book, e.g. follow-up appointments, scheduled vaccinations, etc. In general, I have to call at either 8am for morning appointments, or 11:30am for afternoon appointments (miss it by 5 minutes and you'll miss all the appointments).

Given the booking systems they have to use, and the number of patients being managed by each surgery, I can understand why they do 'on the day' for the majority of appointments. They need to keep most of the spaces available for people who become ill on the day, because most people do want to see a doctor on the same day that they become unwell, whether it's to obtain a sicknote, receive medical assistance, etc. The assumption would be that if you don't need to see the doctor today, it's less of an emergency, so availability of 'urgent' slots has to take priority. It's also ten times easier from an administrator's point of view.

Just had diarrhoea, exam tomorrow... HELP!

Kutta — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:21:39 GMT

make sure u go before, let your exam officer know before hand that you are having stomach issues ;)

Body shapes

laurenmackessack — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:17:59 GMT

Out of curiosity, I've seen many different ads and thins that curvy females are better than skinny females, or does it really matter? I was just wondering what actually is the preferred shape and why? :) Thanks!

How to gain 'energy'?

Swarupa — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:53:34 GMT

Make a habit of consuming one well ripen banana with a cup of warm milk with a tsp of ghee mixed or stirred with little sugar .Here sugar is for taste.

How to gain weight?

Swarupa — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:51:30 GMT

I suggest you to make a habbit of eating food in little quantity for very 2 hrs.And also make a habbit of taking a light nap after a afternoon meal for about 30 mins to 1 hr.

Diabetic chocolate?

Emmaayziing — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:25:07 GMT

Please, as a diabetic, never buy us "diabetic" anything. For Type 2s, they shouldn't be touching chocolate anyway as their management is usually diet controlled although if they have chocolate it's best to stick to dark. For Type 1s, a lot of us learn to adjust our dose of insulin to what we eat. Both normal chocolate and diabetic chocolate have almost the same amount of carbs in them and all get broken down in to sugar so we're going to have to have a high dose for them anyway. Would rather do a dose for chocolate that's not going to give us the sh*ts.

Why small ears

Aysha Abdullah — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:23:31 GMT

A little. The ear's shape is to focus sound into the ear canal, and a bigger ear could focus more sound. In the old days they didn't have electronic hearing aids and they used ear trumpets (ear horns).

However another large part is how sound is transferred to your cochlea and how sensitive your cochlea is. Oh, and earwax.

Going bald at a young age-advice???

JessicaLuisa — Tue, 21 May 2013 09:23:06 GMT

If you go to your GP they may advise you about what medication you can take to promote hair growth. I know that people take Biotin which is a b vitamin to grow and thicken their hair.

This has been known to promote hair growth, and it comes in a range of strengths from 300mcg to 5000 mcg... just do your research online about the suppliment and its effects...

If you go on to youtube there are many videos discussing Biotin and b complex vitamins and their results. From what i have read it is best to take them together...

Additional factors such as not washing your hair everyday and scalp massaging 2-3 times a day, restricting heat use, and reducing use of products such as hairspray will promote hair growth...

But if all else fails, dont be worried about your hair loss and dont let it knock your confidence

Hope this helps...

Constant sweating

queen-bee — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:52:58 GMT

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Originally Posted by Anonymous

Other tan wearing anti-perspirant everyday, is there anything else I can do to stop the amount that I sweat?

It's starting to get too hot to wear a hoodie or sweatshirt at school(in sixth-form) but I normally end up wearing one so that any sweat patches on my clothes don't get seen.

you might be suffering from hyperhydrosis.check it up.

Smoking thread

sebotobes — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:39:10 GMT

It may combine 'irreversibly' with red blood cells, thus decreasing oxygen flow; but I can still run 90 minutes of football ;D

Feel dead after though ><

Needing the loo a lot

carrotstar — Tue, 21 May 2013 08:08:50 GMT

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Originally Posted by Harri2648

I AM NOT ALONE! FINALLY! omg happy! Its not just me! i have the EXACT same problem! I have exams now for the next three weeks and i hate going to the toilet during the exam so i go about 4 times before the exams! and during school time, my friends go once or not at all and i go every single break we have! I've posted a thread on here ages ago and everyone who replied back said it was stress or anxiety! So i think it is stress! If i dont think about going to the toilet, or if i forget then i dont need to go but if i think about it or if someone talks about it or brings it up then ill have to go! It drives me mad! I understand if im on or something because thats understandable but it annoyes me when im not on. Grrr! But at least im not alone now!

Not sure why I did it anonymously to start with...it's not THAT embarassing haha

Okay well I did a little research on how much you're meant to drink in a day and apparently it's only 1.2 litres according to the NHS! So I measured out how much my glasses at home will hold and they're about 450 ml, so I've actually been drinking between 1.4 and 1.8 litres a day. So I'll try drinking less and see what happens!

Maybe you should do that too? Measure out in a measuring jug how much one of your glasses can take and by how many you have in a day and see if you're drinking too much. If not then you might have an overactive bladder like I thought I might.

In the meantime, do you find you go to the loo loads all the time, or just when you're nervous? I find it's all the time.

Reducing bruising

Jlrxx — Tue, 21 May 2013 06:39:22 GMT

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Originally Posted by Billa Bong

haha true true, you like the physical side then
yhh deffo gotta go once, if not more
hahahaa thats never a good idea, was meant to be goin out saturday night too but felt wayyy too tired so went and watched fast and furious (pretty good film) but goin to this house party tmrw night

it is in't it

yeah, shame there isn't more room to store stuff like that in halls though :/
managed to do my work finally, even if I never made it to bed last night haha. going out tonight hopefully, will officially be dead tomorrow (already look it mind you)
I've never seen it :rolleyes: its one that my flatmate keeps telling me to watch though, so I might have to at some point.
have a good time tonight :)

Giving blood - Think about it!

wildbluesun — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:14:17 GMT

This thread is giving me the fuzzy fluffies. <3 It's so nice to hear people come in who've actually benefited from my literal blood, sweat, and tears. (Well probably not my blood, but in general.)

GIRLS - How much do you weigh??

jazzynutter — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:09:35 GMT

I'm seventeen years old, am 166cm tall (that's 5' 5" and a bit), fluctuate between 9.5 and 10.5 stone, wear a size 8-10 depending on fit and am a 34D.

I do like my clothes a little tighter than most - my weight and chest indicate that I should be more of a 10-12, but I find baggy clothing uncomfortable. I used to have a problem with weighing as much as I do, but I've come to realise that a lot of it is muscle as I do a lot of exercise/sport..... and that that's okay! :D In fact, to anyone who's reading this: stop weighing yourself once and for all and simply look at your dress size as a measure of size.

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Severe tonsilitis - really messing up my life atm

Beths_7 — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:02:00 GMT

Sorry this is a bit late replying! Is this still a problem? If so you should probably get to see your gp.
I felt just like this a few weeks ago, and when I went back to the doctors they told me to have a blood test for glandular fever, and it turned out positive - so it turns out I had been on a weeks antibiotics for tonsillitis for nothing - so you should try and sort it out ASAP. Hope this helps, and get well soon

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BMI vs Body Fat Calculator?

Hyde — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:44:26 GMT

BMI is only useful for people at the extreme end of obesity, otherwise it's essentially a load of rubbish - e.g you can be muscular and perfectly healthy yet be overweight according to the BMI index.

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Burst blood vessel in eye?

Hyde — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:37:01 GMT

I'm not an expert but it looks like you have may have sub conjunctival haemorrhage, which is basically a rupture of the fragile blood vessels in your eye. It has quite a lot of causes, mine happened merely due to a very violent sneeze, so don't fret too much over it. It's not a major problem but see your opticians to get it checked out. Did your eye look something like this?:
http://mistyhorizon2003.hubpages.com...ls-in-the-Eyes
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The Trans*/Non-Cisgender Thread

incipientT — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:59:27 GMT

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Originally Posted by fallen_acorns

trying to avoid things as much as possible ;)

they just end up frustraiting me..

Good for you, for keeping going though! :)

me too.:)

Haven't really been keeping going, just reading.:)

My hands are always cold?

Quilt — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:35:07 GMT

The exact same happens to me, I always get people jumping away from my hand if I touch them even slightly because my hands are always freezing cold! So strange, never knew why but it's never really bothered me. I use it to my advantage in that if I want to scare the crap out of someone I just touch their neck slightly hehe .

Do I have body dysmorphia? (With pics)

lantan — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:18:40 GMT

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Originally Posted by AreebWithaHat

I see what you mean, thanks for the advice mate. I'm going to continue cutting until Ramadan, then reverse diet and then lean bulk I think. You're right it's better in the long term :)

I agree with the previous poster - you seem pretty skinny to me now - judging from the way your clothes hang on you. Time to eat more and pump the iron, and you will end up looking better and liking yourself more.
Body weight is nothing, body fat is a much more accurate measure. ;)

NHS Jaw Surgery

fat_hobbit — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:47:38 GMT

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Originally Posted by large1878

Hi,

I'm still waiting for mine, no signs of it happening anytime soon! I'm starting to get impatient now! Did anyone else have teeth out and did they take forever to close the gaps? Last appointment my orthodontist said my gaps were still 3, 4mm? Is this going to take ages? So sick of the brace and I just want the op doing!!

They can't perform jaw surgery unless your teeth are perfectly straight, as they use that as a guide.

Should i get this mole checked?

_jake_ — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:54:50 GMT

I had several moles change shape/colour and went to get them checked out. All he did was place this device which magnified the mole so he could see it in more detail, mine were fine, but he said its always best to get them checked. He also mentioned moles are only really serious when the look of it makes you want to dig them out with a knife... so I'm sure you're going to be absolutely fine :D

How Many People Were Born A Caesarean?

-Liberty — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:47:29 GMT

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Originally Posted by Annie72

I was born by section as was my brother because my mum didnt go in to labour for some reason. My own children were also born by section because I cannot physically deliver a baby, something that was only discovered a couple of years after my last baby was born. It turns out that if I had tried to give birth I would have haemmoredged and both myself and my baby would have died.My first baby was born after an emergency section and my second baby was born after a planned section.

Wow, that's crazy. You are so fortunate for them discovering this!

If you had a serious disease ie cancer..?

deedee123 — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:08:19 GMT

if was old i'd just live out my days but as an 18 year old i wouldn't just sit back and let myself die before i'd even lived.

Constipation problems

Kabloomybuzz — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:25:33 GMT

Switch all white carbs to wholegrain versions, wholegrain cereals like porridge (you can always add flavours) weetabix (mini ones are nice) swap white bread for wholegrain, white pasta and rice for wholewheat and eat more fruit and veg.

Adverse effects of MRI scans?

S1L3NTPR3Y — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:14:24 GMT

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Originally Posted by lizz-ie

I have to have another MRI scan next month, and I had two just over a year ago. I was wondering if there are any adverse effects to having more than one MRI scan? Do they use radiation? They've all been on different parts of my body, but I've also recently had three x-rays.

The full name of an MRI is a Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Image (they don't call it that though as people hear the word radiation and freak). But it doesn't involve ionising radiation, and there are no known side effects. They have a negligible risk factor, compared to an X-ray its infinitesimally small. Only issues could be if you have a pacemaker, are claustrophobic or wear metal in to the scanner (as it's an enormous electromagnetic which will attract metal objects very strongly).

Will I be arrested? Please help?

madders94 — Mon, 20 May 2013 08:59:25 GMT

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Originally Posted by Anonymous

Hi, I am 17 years old and have recently been considering nudism. 2 of my relatives are nudists. I was reading about it online and then there was a list of links about info and then when I pressed one of the links it took me to a website with nude pics.

What I found worrying was that these were family pics etc, so I think there were children in them. I immediately left the website. However now I've become really worried and can't sleep because I think they might track me and then I'll be arrested, it'll ruin my chanced at uni and I'll be put in prison. The website said it was legal in US and thousand of people vied the pics around EU. That's why I clicked it, I thought it was ok.

Please help?

You must throw your computer out of the window immediately.

Spoiler:

Show

Not because you're going to be in trouble, just to stop you posting any more questions like this - seriously???

Very sudden complete loss of appetite.

Nurse19 — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:10:46 GMT

Sometimes we just loose our appetites, it can be down to a great number of factors. Your obviously concerned so a quick trip to your GP wouldn't do any harm.

Braces

Nfergs — Sun, 19 May 2013 23:38:49 GMT

A few years ago I had braces, sometimes I even forget that I used to have them. I didn't have anything majorly wrong with my teeth so I didn't have them for long but I still hated them! I still wear my retainer every few days which is a pain and can hurt if you haven't worn it in a while. :(

When I got my braces off I couldn't stop smiling afterwards! My teeth were quite sensitive although they felt really smooth! I remember how weird it felt eating an apple for the first time since having braces.

Do Beta blockers work as a remedy of social anxiety?

Rybee — Sun, 19 May 2013 21:48:02 GMT

They can do yeah. BB's are pretty **** in my experience though.

How to deal with a broken nose? Apparently the nhs just leave them...

Anonymous — Sun, 19 May 2013 20:36:36 GMT

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Originally Posted by crashdoll

Swelling will take more than a week to go down. Be patient and give it time.

It was a week from the accident when he said he'd think it'd take a week to go down (so two weeks overerall). And two weeks from the accident, I can breathe properly again but It's still a very different shape from before :p

Somethings wrong my my tongue

snowyowl — Sun, 19 May 2013 19:35:40 GMT

I'd say it's a doctor issue.

Digestive problems?

StarsAreFixed — Sun, 19 May 2013 18:22:35 GMT

The drug Motillium would help you, but you're much better off talking to a good GP first rather than self medicating.

Wearing Glasses with this prescription?

sadpanda123 — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:51:36 GMT

Whenever you feel you need them. You might legally need them to drive though, if you are a driver

Ask Mr Medicine!

Mr Medicine — Sun, 19 May 2013 16:34:45 GMT

Hi Rob da Mop!

Can I call you Rob? That's a very good question Rob and unfortunately it's not my speciality! You'd be better off asking a doctor of philosophy!
If you're looking for a definition of life, life is the

the condition that distinguishes organisms from inorganic objects and dead organisms,being manifested by growth through metabolism, reproduction, and the power of adaptation to environment through changes originating internally.

Your Friend,
Mr Medicine

What are the strongest over the counter pain meds?

Kabloomybuzz — Sun, 19 May 2013 15:51:04 GMT

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Originally Posted by Exopaladin

Not a girl so I obviously can't comment, but naproxen apparently works well: http://www.boots.com/en/Boots-Pharma...blets_1049930/

I find it better than ibuprofen for headaches/other pain, although I acquired a large quantity of tablets while in Canada rather than buying them in small quantities aimed at period pain :p

Naproxen is in the same group as ibuprofen and mefenamic acid.(NSAIDs) It is stronger than 'profen but weaker than Mefenamic acid, so if mefenamic acid has been tried and not been good enough.

OP, you really need to go back to the doctors and get this checked out further. It could be something like PCOS or endometriosis (the former could be contributing to your weight problems) See a different doctor, (have you been seeing the same person each time) or change GPs if you have to.

Sprained Ankle hurting after a month

Gnome :) — Sun, 19 May 2013 15:41:31 GMT

Just give it a little time; it'll mean more football in the long term :)

Trust me, after 9 sprains on one ankle, and 13 sprains, a fracture and 2 operations on the other, I know what it's like!

A few weeks off football, a bit of ice and ibuprofen if it hurts, you should be fine in no time :)

sickness bug?

reneetaylor — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:29:35 GMT

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Originally Posted by Anonymous

I dont have norovirus, ive had that twice before and it was very short lived but extremely intense, i was vomiting and ****ting every half hour for 6-8 hours. (unless ive become really resistant to it, so its not that bad for me?)

This time ive vomited once and gone to the loo twice over three days. Its mainly the aches and pains which are the issue, although the nausea is pretty bad too.
But happily today im feeling largely better and im hoping it stays that way.

I hope you feel better soon too, your chicken rabies story made me giggle so +1 for that :D

Happy that you're feeling better! And hahahaha, thanks :D

How to get rid of a big bum (male?)

Emmaayziing — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:20:47 GMT

Do some exercises to get rid of your lordosis, google will help.

Tongue piercing

Djordje — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:04:57 GMT

Take anti-inflammatory drugs post-procedure and pain killers pre-procedure.

Feeling maternal...

meenu89 — Sun, 19 May 2013 11:41:45 GMT

All the time, although I am hoping to fall pregnant by the end of this year.

Is plain salad nice/can you train yourself to like salad?

ange de la nuit — Sun, 19 May 2013 10:00:42 GMT

Find a food you like that can go in the salad, like cheese, eggs or chicken. Also, have you tried things like pesto?

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Hi chronic tension headache sufferer - ruining academic work

prinay123 — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:48:08 GMT

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Originally Posted by Spoz13

Hey, I haven't taken amatriptyline but I took the sister med nortriptyline which does the same thing but is easier to take as it has less side effects. I'm back taking it again at the moment but am only up to 20mg as I keep forgetting to ring my doctor :/ I would suggest that unit is making you feel that bad speak to you doctor about coming off of it or lowering it until after your exams then being playing around with your meds, but suggest nortriptyline as I find that it helps to level out my headache and the only side effect I get is tiredness when i first started taking it or when I up it. Xxx

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hi there the side effects ceased after a few hours however throughout the day i felt weird and the headache was slighly worse, but my muscles seem like they are melting which is probably a good sign. idk but hopefully overtime they become looser. the medicine is supposed to relax muscles, i think i can see it happening. However the headahce is still very bad. This is only first day, however i dont know whether to risk taking it tonight as i will probably have a few hours of really feeling ill tomorrow and i need to work for exams.

Swollen sinuses?

rachel.h — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:38:12 GMT

Sinuses aren't lumps, they are empty cavities inside the head. What you've got sounds like nasal polyps - I've had them myself. I'd see your GP to see about getting a steroid nasal spray.

how to deal with exam stress?

_hail — Sat, 18 May 2013 21:13:30 GMT

Yeah going for a walk really helps! Like if you have a park near you go to the park instead of walking around the streets because I find all the grass and trees more calming :) if I lived near the sea I would spend my entire exam period on the beach!
also one of my teachers showed us this video of zooming out from the earth through all the solar system and all the galaxies and all the galaxy clusters and then at the end he said 'you know the universe doesn't care what you get in one tiny exam on this tiny planet' ahaha it was so cheesy but so cute, and if I get stressed I actually do think about how out of 7 billion people in the world there are about 5 (if that) who really care how I do in these exams and those 5 don't have a clue what the exams involve :)

Spot help!

Kabloomybuzz — Sat, 18 May 2013 14:51:43 GMT

Try tea tree and/or lavender essential oils neat on the spot

NHS Dermatology/Minor Surgery Clinic

nadinelia11 — Sat, 18 May 2013 11:39:12 GMT

I was referred for a similar procedure (not on a mole) on general surgery and I was expected to wait at least four months.....

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NOSE JOB (Rhinoplasty) on the NHS. Desperate :(

tooosh — Sat, 18 May 2013 10:56:58 GMT

You almost definitely won't get a rhinoplasty on the NHS even if it's affecting your life like this. Even if there's a chance, they'll probably make you go through some form of counselling first like CBT.

See what therapy can do for you and save up for it when you graduate.

Genital Hyperhydrosis

echelon_m — Sat, 18 May 2013 09:08:09 GMT

Don't be embarrassed, it's not something you can help :) It's not really a common condition, so if I were you I would go see my GP. Best of luck!

Are you terrified of cancer?

echelon_m — Sat, 18 May 2013 09:04:27 GMT

My family has a history of cancer patients. To be honest, I worry about premature death itself more than about what would cause it.

Highly likely to catch a cold by being coughed at?

MoTown200 — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:52:45 GMT

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Originally Posted by civilstudent

Ok so I hate catching colds because I have a chroic inflammation nasal condition so I try my best to avoid them. My mum has had a cold for 5 days and we went to the cinema's today sat next to each other. She coughed and put her arm in front of her to protect the person next to her but that sent the cough my way and I could feel the cough on my face. Is it highly likely that I'l have a cold now after trying hard for 5 days not to get it?

Keep your immune system healthy best you can.
I've been coughed on and not caught anything.
Just wait and see, it should manifest after 2 days.

Sweaty palms

bertstare — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:58:49 GMT

His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy

Always tired

aari — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:25:03 GMT

Maybe, you could talk to a counsellor first, they'll try to look into it and see if your problem is physical or psychological. Then visit a doctor?
In the meanwhile, you could try something else like meditation, power naps, etc.
Prescription meds, if given. Nothing else that is addictive- I'd advice against energy drinks on a regular basis.
Goodluck :)

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Do I need braces

Harri2648 — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:56:49 GMT

Its up to you. I had braces and it hurt the first few days of having them on and the first days of them being tightened. Also when i had them taken off. I absolutely loved my braces! i dont know why! (yes im a weird child) but i just liked having them on and they looked cool! But its entirely up to you though!

Preachers knee/housewifes knee

Jamie — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:02:00 GMT

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Originally Posted by SPB

I'm not sure of the differences between the two but I have either preachers knee or housewifes knee. Makes since considering my background (spent a lot of time in the day kneeling on the floor, 2-3 hours at min). Basically: do I need to get it checked by a GP or not? It's painful but only when I kneel on it. If it'll go away by itself I am happy to leave it but I don't want complications or anything. For now it's painful and a bit ugly (lumpy thing sticking out of my knee, looks a bit disturbing).

Thanks :)

look up pre-patella and infra patella bursitis on www.patient.co.uk
http://www.patient.co.uk/health/Hous...ursitis%29.htm

Blistered bites?

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:04:19 GMT

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Originally Posted by moonkatt

Sometimes they do become blistered, the same happened to my friend when we were in Canada and he turned into a mass of blisters. Just try not to scratch or burst them (I know this probably sounds impossible) they will heal over time.

Thanks for replying :):)

A GP Emergency?

Terria — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:01:01 GMT

Rang up the surgery this morning, told them some very graphic very exaggerated symptoms that they didn't really want to hear and they said a Doctor would ring me back. Got a call twenty minutes later, actual conversation with the GP lasted less than a minute and he actually asked me what antibiotics I wanted to use... On the other hand, went in and picked up my prescription just now, and checking it when I get home it's 14 days worth rather than 5, which is what he said it would be for on the phone...... Sod's law that I woke up this morning and felt a million times better than I did yesterday. Started the course anyway though! Think this shows that there are appointments since the receptionist said that the GP would decide if I needed a same day appointment (nothing available for three weeks my arse) and all you need to do is ruin the receptionists breakfast by telling them you're pissing blood. :) Thanks everyone!

Im broke inside

SkaGirl9 — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:13:07 GMT

I know I don't know what you look like but from what you've said I don't think you're ugly but you probably think this due to not really socialising. You could try going for long walks to start off, which will bring a bit of colour to your skin if summer ever starts lol and help get you back in shape. The gym would also be good and probably a good place to socialize. Also don't think you only have 2 close friends, when it comes to friends it's about quality not quantity so that isn't bad going :P

Does HC2 cover dental crown?

ShaunW500 — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:12:07 GMT

So when I turned 19 and student still I had to get a HC2 certificate to cover dental charges. Does a HC2 certificate cover the cost for a crown to be fitted?

Tell me your finger ratio

Extricated — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:34:11 GMT

0.95 and I am extremely competitive.

Remedies for feeling sick and a headache?

NotMyToothbrush — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:14:48 GMT

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Originally Posted by OU Student

Have you tried eating something? Even if it's just toast.

Yeah. I've been eating things which i think would be fairly calming for my stomach. Tortillas (Instead of bread, we have none), a banana (Apparently the potassium is good for upset stomachs) and my lunch was a Pot Noodle (Mainly because it will have a fair amount of water, will settle better than just drinks of water would).

Has anybody got any suggestions?

I'm fat

pandabird — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:48:03 GMT

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Originally Posted by Habibul Bashar

No, I'm just saying that this girl is probably of a healthy weight but with chunky thighs. And that actually this is not a particularly bad thing.

Most women think they have to be really skinny to be attractive, when the reality is that men tend to like curvier women who tend to have bigger thighs.

So, OP probably has nothing to worry about.

Men like a range of body shapes and sizes, some men like slender legs, some like toned legs, some like more shapely legs. It's unfair of you to put down girls with slim legs. It's like taking away the esteem of one type of girl and giving it to another.

But I guess that's what the media is all aabout.

What does an anemia rash look like? Pictures?

Bridgeta222 — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:42:53 GMT

What does an anemia rash look like? Pictures? I can't find any online.

Is it non-blanching/blanching, colour? discrete spots, or clumps? flat or raised?

Thank you.

How to improve... being calm in stressy situations?

kka25 — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:04:14 GMT

Sometimes I go for a walk so that I can distract myself.

But when times get really rough, that wouldn't help either :(

How to reduce risk of alcohol poisoning?

RobertWhite — Thu, 16 May 2013 08:47:47 GMT

Thanks a lot guys really good answers here.

The first three holes are pint, pint (4 shots with), pint (3 shots with).

What kind of carb heavy meal do you suggest? Someone mentioned chicken soup which doesn't seem particularly carby. But as my first holes are all pints, can I take such a heavy meal and all that volume? Considering I'm a small guy

The Cancer Chat Thread- share and care :)

MathsNerd1 — Thu, 16 May 2013 07:37:26 GMT

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Originally Posted by AmorEmPaz

That's great news!! Good luck for your exams! :woo:

Thanks! I've only got 10 exams left now :D

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Can't get rid of this cold!

Parx — Thu, 16 May 2013 06:11:02 GMT

It's annoying cas I'm not getting any other symptoms. I just get this sniffy nose that crops up every day. Like now I woke up with my nose fine, within 5 minutes if me being awake I get s blocked up nose and then it subsides now that I get up and move about

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Biting and ripping skin around fingers...

ForgetMe — Wed, 15 May 2013 23:44:33 GMT

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Originally Posted by Kalisnoir

Although I bite the skin around my nails it's not as bad as that. My problem is my nails; my right hand isn't so bad but my left these past few months have become disgusting. I'm quite embarrassed about people seeing my nails but figured it will make you feel better ha.

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Try using a transparent nail polish that is specially designed for people biting their nails :p My nails look similar to yours when I bite them :E

URGENT, please. The worst Migraine. Exam within 2 days time. HELP!

OU Student — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:22:22 GMT

Sleeping it off is what I do. It's too painful to do anything else.

Anyone ever had worms? or a parasite buried in their head?

Jam198 — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:07:19 GMT

Anyone ever experienced worms: tape worms, threadworms or anything parasitic? on their holidays. What did it feel like and how did it go.

Malaria?

botfly buried in head.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEWD-mZSuKk

or necrotizing faciitis which is flesh eating

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBajgrV7fdU

WARNING: Grossness factor

Cannabis warning?

lbsf1 — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:18:26 GMT

The officer incharge of "teenagers and young people" in the couple of villages around where I live said that he wants cannabis to be legalised. :D So we are pretty good, however I'm pretty sure the warning you got wasn't even the official caution, I know a few people who were given the official caution and had to sign an official form.

Please help.

Anonymous — Wed, 15 May 2013 21:06:53 GMT

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Originally Posted by No No

Find your nearest Contraceptive and Sexual Health Clinic.

I am not, and have never been sexually active. But thank you for your concern.

Totally humiliating day! I stink and I honestly shouldn't, please help!

therisenmitten — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:10:41 GMT

I think you might be being overly paranoid about it.

I went through a huge phase last year of thinking I smelt really bad and showering compulsively and trying different deodorants, but there was always this one class where I could smell myself really badly! In the end I asked my friend to sniff me.... turned out it was a guy in the class that smelt so bad he stunk out the whole room. You could tell he didn't wash his clothes or shower regularly because his clothes were always creased and his hair was always greasy.
Basically, if you've asked someone to be honest about if you smell, then you probably don't.

My main advice on personal hygiene is that washing once a day is best in my opinion, I think twice a day is a bit excessive. Also make sure you're using an anti-perspirant instead of just a deodorant. I use Mitchum unscented which is really good, it doesn't smell of anything it just stops you sweating. If you want to smell of something you can wear a separate body spray.

Long story short... I'm sure you smell lovely ;)

edit: One last tip, smell your shoes! When I was about 14 my manky old converse started to smell and I didn't notice for about 2 weeks, so embarrassing! If your shoes smell bad it's normally time to chuck them, because there's only so much fabreeze can do for you.

Vaccinations

heidigirl — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:28:00 GMT

There's info here: http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Travel-...roduction.aspx and here: http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/desti...ca/brazil.aspx

You want to check your UK vaccinations are up to date first of all (including tetanus), and then hepatitis A vaccination and rabies are the ones generally recommended. Depending on where you're going, you might want to get a yellow fever vaccination (see the NHS fit for travel website, there's a map of yellow fever areas).

Your UK ones will be free and Hep A should be, but you might have to pay for rabies. Yellow fever, if you think you need it, can only be given at certain places (there's a link to yellow fever vaccination centers on the nhs travel immunisation page).

Doctor/GP question

meenu89 — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:01:19 GMT

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Originally Posted by mercedes21

Most gps often have appointment's which are bookale on the day so if you call as soon they open u might get one for that day. I know at my gp does at and I have called at 8.30am on the day and got a appointment for that day. hope this helps

Yes, this is the same for my practice too. One of the GPs lets you book with him online, which is very useful.

Multiple Health issues... Should I be worried?

Elenr — Wed, 15 May 2013 15:40:23 GMT

Try to stay positive...maybe buy a few self help books?
Do go to your GP but if you feel like talking to someone, there's nothing wrong in talking to a therapist. :)

Chiropractic

lethean girl — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:51:40 GMT

I don't at all believe in chiropractic - there is no empirical evidence for its usefulness, and, purely as a common-sense matter, some techniques do look worse than useless! I'd warn against it.

Bad Headaches during revision?

BrindleyGeorge — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:11:58 GMT

Yes,This headache is due to amount of strain to your eyes so I suggest you that while revising you should take a break after every half an hour so that your eyes get some relief and don't study too much in computers.

Is this normal (pic)

Piguy — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:02:14 GMT

Well it is normal for posters to forget to attach stuff...

really bad coughingi

ICTlover — Wed, 15 May 2013 06:34:51 GMT

It's probably just hay-fever go to your doctors and get some antihistamines I take them they really help. :)

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Average height of Men?

Swanbow — Wed, 15 May 2013 00:17:56 GMT

I believe the average is around 5'9. However in my opinion kids these days are getting taller and the average height for younger people will be higher than 5'9, albeit I base that on absolutely nothing except my opinion. At your height you don't really need to worry, there is nothing wrong with being tall and I'm sure you'll find guys who are taller and willing to date you.

Unintentional weight loss

Kindred — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:19:09 GMT

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my kidneys keep farting

moosic97 — Tue, 14 May 2013 22:03:18 GMT

Haha, sounds like a very similar problem i've had the last 3 days. I was somewhere on Sunday and it was really quiet and it made some weird gurgling/wind noise and it took me a while to stop laughing. Then in my French exam yesterday it did the same thing (slightly quieter and i don't think anyone heard) and again today.

Maybe there's something in the air?! ;)

so weird!

When to wear glasses

Kathy89 — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:15:04 GMT

Wear them when you feel you need them.

I am trying to wear mine as less as possible. If I wear them for too long and get used to them my vision without them gets worse. I think it is psychological but still it does have an effect on me. Others may disagree but that's how I feel.

I only started really wear glasses for school, TV and computer when I had -1.75 and astigmatism...

Intense food aversion

carrotstar — Tue, 14 May 2013 21:12:14 GMT

If it's just one area of food, then don't worry too much about it. If it happens too often in your opinion, then you might have an eating disorder which needs seeing to by your doctor.

I have a similar problem with anything nutty. The smell of toasted almonds makes me gag. However, I used to have a nut allergy, and when I was first diagnosed they told me that the fact I didn't ever like nuts could have been an indication because some people have a sixth sense. So you may actually be allergic to perhaps the high amount of citric acid in citrus fruits or something. You could also have a sensitive stomach to the acidity and so you have learnt that your stomach doesn't like this, which would cause a gag reflex. However the fact that I 'grew out of' my allergy just shows that your tastes and your body can change and adapt to things.

If it's not an allergic reaction and is simply a dislike for the food, it might be an idea to try and get used to the smell, at least, by exposing yourself to it intentionally and trying to reverse the reflex you have developed. It will be impossible to try and avoid the smell forever!

I don't feel like myself anymore..

Eljamaispa — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:21:25 GMT

Hey. Do you feel depressed at all? Negative thoughts, low self esteem, loss of interest in what makes you happy etc? Either way probably a good idea to see your councillor. They can help you identify the problem.

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I have a lump on top of my foot! O.o

carrotstar — Tue, 14 May 2013 19:57:13 GMT

How big is it in diameter and depth?

Is it itchy?

Does it appear to be filled with pus?

I'd suggest you go onto the NHS diagnosis online and see what matches the description.

Tooth pain in morning

cl_steele — Tue, 14 May 2013 19:21:30 GMT

absess maybe? who knows ask the dentist.

Period pain, quick survey

focusST — Tue, 14 May 2013 18:46:13 GMT

Thanks for answering.

Its just to see how woman of different ages (its posted on various ladies forums around the net) perceive period pain and if it changes over time. Turns out older woman are more likely to personify it as male and want to kick it in the balls. I guess marriage has something to do with it. Idle curiosity, nothing more.

Calling all Uni students with braces!

Anonymous — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:27:53 GMT

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Originally Posted by jelly1000

i wasn't allowed to transfer but that might be an option for the OP

Ahhh okay yeah true

My Eye

Cheech23 — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:12:00 GMT

The flashes have all but stopped now. Although I had a massive eye flash that covered my whole eye last night :-O

Worried about my feet size

Ace16 — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:24:44 GMT

if you feel like you have no balance when you walk, try to go to the pediatrician.
how tall is are your parents and their feet sizes, because if they have small feet aswell it could be genetic.

Ruined my teeth. Please help

calm down — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:24:19 GMT

You have to tell them, maybe it's the shape of the retainer.
I haven't had braces but I have had so many dental problems in my life.
I have to wear a retainer at times for other reasons

I'm addicted to fear and worry

Subbi — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:45:42 GMT

Keep Calm and Live your Life! :)

Question for medical ppl, am I more likely than not going to develop asthma?

MJK91 — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:13:43 GMT

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Originally Posted by inthedark1

Thanks, Ive asked an ENT consultant about asthma and she says that they do often occur together and that its hard to predict the prognosis since some people get worse other peoples symptoms improve. My GP tends to just give one word answers lol I can never get much from him.

Yea Ive heard that lots of athletes have asthma I wouldnt know how much it impacts on daily life though as I havent had it not sure how easy it is to control etc

Unless you're horrendously asthmatic, your symptoms can be relieved with good medication so I wouldn't worry :) Wait and see IF you develop it first!

accutane urgently need advice

Freak Out — Tue, 14 May 2013 00:59:17 GMT

I know it's hard but impatience won't help you and carries a lot of risks. You can't be sure of the authenticity of Accutane online. Everyone would be doing it otherwise.

Crater in chest

Lay-Z — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:49:13 GMT

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Originally Posted by carrotstar

I know someone with a dip in their chest, but it's there all the time and it's a deformity in their bone. If you're particluarly worried, and it's something you haven't had for long talk to your doctor as you may have a muscular deformity.

It might also be perfectly normal. Tbh I don't know because I've got a chest in the way haha

Thanks I did some research and it seems normal :)

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Elbow Dislocation

ChazzRB — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:44:07 GMT

Quote:

Originally Posted by LexiswasmyNexis

You punched your sister?! Dude...

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Also, not that this should ever be an excuse but you may have thought it to be a worse case than it was assuming you think I'm a boy... I'm not, I am also a girl haha

My Girlfriend is convinced she has cancer, what should I do?

Jamiesonn — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:05:29 GMT

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anonymous

The night my gf moved back home from abroad she found a lump in her armpit and panicked (naturally) then in the morning her shoulder had swollen up.

She made an appointment with the doctor who told her she wasn't concerned about the lumps at all and sent her off for an xray and took some blood. Her theory was that she'd torn a muscle with all the luggage and it had bled out and caused some soft tissue swelling. An appointment at the hospital was made to look over the xray and blood tests.

she went to her chiropodist for a manky toe and got chatting away about her shoulder and for some unknown reason the chriopodist decided to tell her that she had swollen glands once and it turned out to be cancer. This got her all worked up and panicy. Then when i took her to the hospital appointment the doctor said that it was probably a torn muscle but couldn't reassure her cos she doesn't know for sure what it is (in a typical covering their own back fashion) and recommended she have an MRI scan in 8 weeks times (urgent cases tend to be within 2 if i'm not mistaken).

She went back to her GP for some because she didn't find the hospital doctor comforting who took more blood. Since then she has found another lump except on her collarbone which is hard and immoveable and she won't stop worrying about it.

I know all lumps should be checked out by a doctor but statistically it's unlikely to be a cancer at her age (which i have told her). Does any one have any suggestions as to what this could be? and also how do i get her to stop worrying/shut the **** up? no logic is gettign through to her and quite frankly it's starting to piss me off cos it's almost as if she's determined to have cancer.

Bro domestic violence is never the way

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Had enough of insect bites and strange bumps on fingers- Help needed!

Charlotte76 — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:42:20 GMT

Hi thanks for your replies so far
I'm pretty convinced they are insect bites, i do have two dogs at home (that i visit at weekends) but i am sure that they do not have fleas/mites as have been checked over by vets recently and arent scratching. Plus I continue to get bites even when not at home with the dogs. I thought they were just mossie bites at first but could it be something biting me whilst i sleep such as bedbugs? It would explain the bites on the torso.

With the hands I am only assuming allergy as it just seems to be a strange thing to suddenly develop and seeing as it always flares up during a shift it made sense to blame it on that. The ingredients are constantly improving and changing, so if there was a change it may have involved new ingredients causing this irritation. I'm quite certain it isn't acne, i have never really suffered with it even as a teenager, and the skin all around the tip of those two middle fingers goes red near the bumps but definitely not the appearance of a spot, more like inflammation or irritation of the whole area. Nothing really has changed in the time when this started happening like washing powder or anything.

I know I should get it checked out but it's difficult when you are working at the weekend away from your gps when it flares up and it's practically gone when you come back to your gp during the week. nothing to show to get solved. I havent tried the creams yet just as it always happens at work and would just come off in the next pint i poured or wet glasses i had to put away. And everytime i fill out an NHS online thing it tells you its meningitis or something else life threatening and they are going to call you an ambulance if you don't get to A&E immediately (well from my experiences anyway (my friend pulled a shoulder muscle and they thought it was a heart attack)).

I have the weekend off work to get on with my revision and exams this week so will be keen to see if it flares up at the weekends again. I may try latex gloves at work (Though i may look silly) just to see if i get the same reaction.

Thanks for all your help so far. Hopefully i can find out what this is and they will eventually work on the new insect repellent that will use hormonal mixes to tell them you aren't a tasty treat! :P

Broken toe infected and walking with boots.

Tsr_helper — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:55:03 GMT

Try and cover it so that no water gets into the wound and don't use plasters as they will make the infection worse,take lots of spare bandages so you can keep on re applying the dressing and wash your toe with boiling hit water as this will help to kill any bacteria that could get into it, I wish I was lucky enough to go in a trip like this it sounds really fun :)

acid reflux

Astrtricks — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:30:22 GMT

Gaviscon advanced/ own brand equivalent but basically you want a product that prevents acid reflux from happening and neutralises the acid. Unfortunately rennie only does the later & and is considerably less effective.

Need a healthier diet!

sallybriscoe — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:53:23 GMT

Try and eat foods that are different in colour. Obviously this mainly applies to fruit and vegetables. If you are not keen on veg but you like pasta, try chopping vegetables very finely and stir frying. Add a tin of chopped tomatoes and any herbs/seasoning you like. This will feed at least 2 people, if not more.
Your doctor could advise you by a simple blood test if you have an iron deficiency. This is very common in teenagers in particular and you do say your face is pale.
Try and make sure your cereals are wholegrain, (Weetabix, bran flakes, Shredded Wheat) or porridge which gives slow release energy rather than something sweet and sugary.
Wholemeal bread is also a good idea if you like it. This will make sure you have sufficient fibre.
There are plenty of healthy eating websites you can try for recipe ideas and meal planners. Just take it one or two small changes at a time and build it up until you are eating a good balanced diet. Hope this helps.

Why am I getting so many bad colds?

MJK91 — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:42:20 GMT

There are a lot of misconceptions floating around about the common cold and so called 'preventative medications' such as vitamins that can reduce your chance of catching colds.

What I'll say is that is currently unfounded given the data we've seen in current research. There is some evidence to suggest Echinacea can hep reduce the severity and occurrence of colds by around 25%, but there was also a lot of scepticism regarding the data and what the authors of the study chose to disclose and what they didn't. Current consensus is that it isn't proven, but it can't hurt. (http://www.nhs.uk/news/2012/10Octobe...nst-colds.aspx)

There's good evidence surrounding Zinc and it's reduction of cold symptoms if taken within a day of onset of first minor symptoms. It doesn't prevent colds, and may or may not shorten the duration, but you could feel better during the cold than you would have done otherwise. (http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/1...01364.pub3/pdf)

There is literally minuscule evidence that Vitamin C benefits cold-suffers; it certainly does not prevent colds occurring.

The best thing you can do is regularly wash your hands (I'm not saying you don't!), eat healthily and exercise regularly. People will always catch colds, there is no magic cure, but by keeping yourself fit you're keeping your immune system in the best possible shape to recover as fast as it can when you do catch colds.

As for why you think you may be catching more, it could be down the above dietary and exercise factors, or it could be that you (likely subconsciously) touch your nose or mouth more than you think and hence increase the chance of viruses attaching to your mucosa and initiating infections.

Other than that, it could simply be bad luck! Last year I caught around 4/5 colds, this year I've had none so far. Such is life I'm afraid!

My friend self harms.

Meliss — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:16:04 GMT

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Originally Posted by Walkingonacloud

I definitely wouldn't talk to the teacher without at least telling her that you're going to. I'd try and persuade her to go herself and offer to accompany as moral support. If she still puts it off and you're still really concerned, I'd speak to the teacher but only after you've told your friend that's what you're going to do. I reckon she'll probably come along if she knows you're going to anyway.
Is she receiving support from her GP for her depression? It might be worth suggesting an appointment for your friends' family to see a GP together to discuss how best to support her? I think with her exams coming up soon, she really needs to be able to focus at home and having an non-supportive family can be incredibly hindering.
But honestly, the most important thing you need to do is make sure she knows you're always there for her nomatterwhat. Let her know you're worried and just want to help.
Hope this helps a little :)

Sorry, I left out quite a bit of info. Anyway, right after I posted that I went and told my friend I was going to tell the teacher and then I went and told her, and she said I made the right decision in coming to her. I really, really hope they talk to her mum to sort things out! Thanks for your help :)

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Juice plus diet - is it a scam?

Ec!@T — Mon, 13 May 2013 12:12:03 GMT

Quote:

Originally Posted by AdviceSeeker09

There's a diet called juice plus and I've got a few people on fb that swear by it (but they are also sale representatives for it too).

It's about 105 a month and its just fruit and veg blended into a drink that tastes of chocolate by putting in flavourings. However, when I google it for reviews there is not much on it other than juice plus itself and a few YouTube videos about it being a scam.

I just wondered if anybody had tried this or has seen any reviews? Thankyou :)

Hi,
Its not a scam, and people who assume its just "juice" because its called "juice plus" and assume its a scam are a bit lame...

You get 4 months worth of "juice-plus" for your £105 which can even be paid in 4 monthly payments which works out at £6 a week for a meal replacement - can you buy that much veg or fruit to last a week to live off? doubt it. - Its a high fibre meal replacement for weight control and also nutritional supplement for working out.

It has dried fruits and vegetables in it (like over 20 veg's and fruits) - you mix it with water or milk

It makes you feel good, gets all the vitamins and minerals and goodness that your body needs; and to top it off, you dont need to exercise to loose weight; but of course it helps.

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Best way to prevent spots?

FabienneP — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:14:52 GMT

I have had acne, tried many products, but nothing worked...

Now I am using Gladskin, and it works soo good! My spots are almost gone, and I have no more new breakouts:D!
I clean my face twice a day, wash it with hot water, and then apply Gladskin!

You should try it too:D! I think it will help you too!
Good Luck!

Black spots on my teeth

bertstare — Sun, 12 May 2013 22:09:26 GMT

Most definitely dental caries, it's hard to give you generic advice without looking at your exact diet ie. how much sugar you're eating, frequency of acidic exposure, and also what your brushing technique is like etc. Other general causes could be a persistent lack of salivation (which it self can be caused by a lot of things). Always worth seeing your dentist about it.

Is there any hope for me? I have failed in life.

MegM — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:16:36 GMT

Have the ADs made a difference OP?

Has anyone had a Tick buried under their skin?

Tim2341 — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:58:35 GMT

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jamie

ticks don't tend to frequent hostels usually

lol, there must have been something parasitic, I saw some pics of a tick buried right under the skin all his body was under, it's on google search images.

So this thing it's been there for 6 months as mentioned above, i think it's something parasitic, not sure what, but it was in the hostel frequented by peoples from all over the world.

Zolodex injection

MJK91 — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:36:37 GMT

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saaaammm

I had my first zolodex injection back in 2010 to stop my continuous bleeding and ever since then I've had problems with sweating, it doesn't matter what the weather is ill sweat buckets, and I don't know what more to do about this problem it's really embarrassing when you walking down the street in winter wearing next to nothing and your still sweating like its 40 degrees outside
Does anyone know what I could do about this?

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There have been trials on clonidine or gabapentin as treatments for the "hot flashes" associated with Zolodex, but there's also been concerns about the off-label use of these drugs (i.e. the data used to justify use in alternative conditions wasn't particularly significant -- http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19907043)

Best discussing the options with your GP.

Psoriasis

Anonymous — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:30:27 GMT

Quote:

Originally Posted by diggy

i normally always cut my nails so that if i do itch no damage is done and i always have a shower before bed and contantly change my bed sheets and clean my clothes because it prevents itching

I also use an ice pack on my skin because it numbs the itching sensation

My eczema has gone now, but if i'd known that when I was younger I probably could have prevented a lot of damage. Oh well.

Possible pregnancy issues?

Anonymous — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:02:30 GMT

It is very sad, people are asking us as we sat near herand sometimes things are very dodgy. The person really isn't nice as she sacked someone with no notice and reason, so her subordinates were glad she isn't in until the notice came out that she's not returning soon... Which is also not nice, no matter what to think that but now everyone's concerned. We were thinking it may be high blood pressure to excuse the general behaviour of yelling and swearing every 20mins and stamping feet. Also her husband is 15yrs older director which we all feel sorry for and I have a feeling he has no idea what his wife is like, she seems to have serious issues and brings them up at work a lot, swears and is stressed about her in-laws so the director's parents which she talks about. I feel very sorry if there's some sort of an explanation for the behaviour, even since new I'd just felt that noone at work likes her as very unprofessional for a manager and immature but this must be even harder for the family to go through. It may be family issues, she thinks her husband's side of the family is racist as they're different races but we don't think it is race, it is because of her childish attitude. We don't know if he knows or has heard any of what she says at work about his family but it makes us wonder, at such an early stage of marriage erm she seems unhappy and stressed and now the baby... First thing when realising the pregnancy, was that maternity leave isn't long enough so was looking forward to that. Is odd, we have to pick up the pieces of work but remember what she says or does and try think what's wrong. Some people even said that it is karma, I was shocked and said wow that's not nice think to say as it is the father's baby too and noone deserves that

White spots on scars?

Anonymous — Sun, 12 May 2013 17:43:50 GMT

I'm having the same problem with small white spots appearing on old scars, did you ever figure out what was causing it or what to do?

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/M.E. Society

Foo.mp3 — Sun, 12 May 2013 16:51:28 GMT

A review of some of the posts from 2012 that I haven't checked back here to help address until now. Please feel free to reply or PM me for further clarification/advice but note that whilst I have had the condition myself for over a decade and have done a fair bit of research/theorising in the past 12 months, I am not from a medical/scientific background and do not consider myself to be some great authority:

Quote:

Originally Posted by missybct

I'm walking to college each day and it's really draining me, the bottom of my legs/calves are in constant searing pain and it's agony

These sorts of things may help:

My own personal ME/CFS protocol also contains all sorts of bits and bobs that may be pertinent e.g. mitigating the effects of Orthostatic Intolerance, muscle warm downs, supporting mitochondrial energy

Quote:

Originally Posted by glousck

I was wondering if anyone here would be able to give me some advice as I have a family member who is diagnosed with ME/CFS last year

Quote:

Originally Posted by oohabee

I was also wondering if anybody would know of any kind of core exercises that would build strength/fitness for someone M.E?

This is a very tricky area for PWME and specialists alike. I have detailed some general advice in my protocol

Unfortunately this is one area of guidance that must be carefully considered, designed and monitored to suit the needs of the individual so it's difficult to be too specific/prescriptive (other than to tell people what they should definitely avoid!)

Quote:

Originally Posted by **R**

I have already completed 3 yrs and am now in my final year

I dropped out in my 1st year, returned after a few years, again had to drop out in my 1st year for a second time, returned after a few years, made it to my final year before having to drop out again

Each time I suspended my studies with the support and understanding of my uni and family (a big plus), and each time I returned to uni a stronger and wiser person, go that bit deeper into/further through my course, and when I return again it will be in the knowledge that I won't have killed myself or seriously under achieved in my degree spec :) A little stoicism/positivity goes a long way in these circumstances!

Quote:

Originally Posted by **R**

Pacing myself and not overdoiong has proved impossible

I can see why you're keen to just push through given this, unfortunately that's seldom the best idea for your long term health

Quote:

Originally Posted by sosotalk

she strongly recommends that I stop napping

She's right, the only time you should sleep during the day is if you are literally falling asleep uncontrollably (having controlled for things like warm environments, which can induce drowsiness, particularly in those of us with Orthostatic Intolerance)

Quote:

Originally Posted by sosotalk

Does anyone have any tips for staying awake?

Good sleep hygene, regular daytime activity, supplementing with D-ribose, avoiding lying down (flat), keeping rooms bright and full of fresh air, training yourself to use Buteyko/diaphragmatic breathing etc etc - as per my protocol recommendations

Quote:

Originally Posted by claireyfairey94

one symptom I never linked to anything but thought was odd was leg twitching!

Many PWME often suffer from quasi-Ataxia symptoms like twitching/muscle spasms. I've had my thigh, thumb, eyebrow and eyelid go through short lived bouts of little automatic twitches in the past, nothing major though fortunately, just curious!

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Originally Posted by claireyfairey94

I had chest pains which I put down to being on iron tablets too

I had shooting chest pains in my A-level year, they were so sudden/sharp that I had to excuse myself from class and thought I might be having a heart problems :S

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Originally Posted by claireyfairey94

washing/eating properly go out the window which is clearly a problem especially needing a balanced diet for my diabetes

I can well imagine, and this problem isn't limited to those with regular diabetes, many ME/CFS people end up with 'rocky blood sugar levels'

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Originally Posted by claireyfairey94

I manage to go out clubbing

I really hope you don't drink

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I never got to party loads then have it taken away from me etc, you get what I mean

Absolutely understand. Unfortunately it is in attempting to over-compensate that we often make ourselves most ill

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Is there a solid way to diagnose this?

Not rock solid no. Post Exertional Malaise (PEM) is something of a hallmark of ME/CFS however ~ exercise only usually has the potential to make those who do not have ME/CFS feel better psychologically, and to tire them out a little but nothing too out of the ordinary. In ME/CFS it may improve how we feel for a short time (associated serotonin release and the temporary alleviation of issues associated with blood flow/volume abnormalities e.g. cerebral hypovolemia/vasoconstriction/hypoxia) but we then get something called 'payback'

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i feel exhausted for the first few hours of the morning, like absolutely exhausted as i brush my teeth and am awake for the first few hours.

Then i feel more energetic during the middle-later part

That's how I felt growing up, before the viral trigger that sent my health into free fall. I've only really scratched the surface with the research I've done to date but I'm inclined to believe my Orthostatic Intolerance pre-dated that free fall, so this might be something worth exploring if you have CFS type symptoms.. particularly if you don't retain water very well e.g. ever wet the bed or wake to go pee in the night

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Originally Posted by niamh suzannah

My brother has M.E. There was a time when any time not spent on resting was spent on playing video games

I did this and it did me absolutely no favours. Video games of the type many of us blokes like tend to help stimulate adrenaline (adrenal stress/fatigue is already an issue in ME/CFS) and may contribute to mild chronic hyperventilation/hypoinflation (again something many PWME suffer from) and Orthostatic Intolerance linked issues associated with staying sat in the same place, in the same position, for hours on end..

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Should I be including the M.E in my personal statement? And if so, sort of how should I go about wording it without coming across as attention-seeking etc? :\

Only if you are completely recovered and are using it to demonstrate fortitude and resolve, otherwise I wouldn't have thought so no - it's something you should disclose at a university medical and with your student services when you begin at uni

Is this IBS?

Foo.mp3 — Sun, 12 May 2013 15:37:12 GMT

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Originally Posted by modalsoul

Hi, I also suffer from M.E and one of my symptoms is I.b.s.

'Leaky gut' protocols often produce positive results for people with CFS/IBS. Here is mine, you might find my more general ME/CFS protocol useful too

Hope this helps :)

Should i go to the doctors?

Ceebz — Sun, 12 May 2013 14:44:02 GMT

I'd go, just tell them you think it's not normal and they'll see if there's anything you can do. And if they tell you to put on weight it's for your own good and can't be a bad thing if it makes you more healthy. They might help your depression too.
Hope you get help :)

What could be wrong with me?

moonkatt — Sun, 12 May 2013 13:56:34 GMT

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Originally Posted by MJK91

I know while I'm at fault here too for bringing up the nurse practitioner thing in my post, can we try and keep the thread on topic please :)

If you do start this discussion elsewhere quote me in it though as I'm interested in thoughts on it too.

Is prescription -0.50 low enough to wear glasses full time?

RibenaRockstar — Sun, 12 May 2013 13:23:24 GMT

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Originally Posted by Anonymous

-0.50 should be low enough not to have to wear them all the time so make the most of it while you can. I started at that prescription when I was 15 but by over the next few years my prescription became stronger and I had to start wearing glasses all the time.

They get rained on, they get dusty. And most of all, when you are with a guy and the kissing and cuddling starts at what stage do you take off your glasses - still a dilemma for me - can other four eyed girls advise?

My guy is very short-sighted but he only really wears his glasses if he needs to see something clearly - so he'll put them on if we're watching a film and then take them off when we stop watching it.

Sugars from carbohydrates

helraizer — Sun, 12 May 2013 12:14:53 GMT

Also, I've noticed on 'my fitness pal' that your (one's) sugar goals are quite low. For instance the RDA (recommended daily allowance) for sugar for a woman is 90g per day. My particular goal is 36g.. For a man the RDA is 120g.
So MFPal, for the sake of this, recommends me a quarter.
I wouldn't worry too much about going over unless you're going hundreds over.
:)
Today I had Heinz 'farmers market' soup, 2 slices of bread and a banana and I'm 4g away from going over my goal.

Take whatever MFPal says with a pinch of salt, metaphorically speaking.

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Why does cereal have so much sugar?

Mr. Inquisitive — Sun, 12 May 2013 07:43:51 GMT

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Originally Posted by moregano

Get the sugar free Alpen (blue box), or go to a whole foods shop. Cereal isn't that great for you to be honest, making your own porridge with just oats and milk/water is cheaper and much healthier.

Nice, thanks i'll look out for it.

Slight pain after tooth fix

hoodboilu4 — Sun, 12 May 2013 06:09:10 GMT

I had a crown put on two of my teeth after root canal treatment. The irritation from anesthetic injections is more of a scratch than an ache.

The one on back of my teeth irritates now and then when eating but you get used to it. Give it a 2-3 weeks to see if the pain dies down and you adapt to your crown. Try not to fiddle with it too much (I.e. touching it with your tongue to see how much it hurts). If the pain gets worse then go back to the dentist.

Tonsil Stones

Anonymous — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:00:55 GMT

Im sorry if this thread came across wrong but I was never asking for advice as such. I completely understand I could go to the Doctors and look into having my tonsils out but it really isn't that bad at all, I get them a few times a month and are not that much of a nuisance. They are just vile things and I was just looking as to how common they were and to hear from people who get them on here.

Hay fever and exams

Lampshade99 — Sat, 11 May 2013 20:53:27 GMT

I'm on exactly the same medication as you I think. I can't quite believe my luck but I haven't started with symptoms yet this year, but that stuff works ok for me, especially the eye drops, because my eyes get really bad. For a few years I was only on antihistamines and every year my medication got switched to a different tablet because I became resistant to them I think.
I don't know what your worst symptoms are/how long youve been taking them but maybe it's a possibility that you've become resistant?
I'd say go see your GP and see if they can do something. Best of luck in everything, I know how much it drags you down :3

Anyone here take vitamins?

chocolate buttons — Sat, 11 May 2013 20:28:59 GMT

No I just eat fruit and veg

Random onset facial twitch

MJK91 — Sat, 11 May 2013 20:05:25 GMT

People regularly get facial twitches that resolve by themselves within a couple of weeks. I've certainly had that, too. Bear in mind the neck twitching may be entirely unrelated e.g. trapped nerves and so forth!

If it doesn't resolve within the week, talk to your GP. I shouldn't worry too much in the meantime, despite it being an inconvenience!

Dry skins

MJK91 — Sat, 11 May 2013 20:03:12 GMT

Have you talked to your pharmacist? They might be able to recommend better treatments based on what you have already unsuccessfully tried :)

Best Hay-fever Symptom Medicine?

meenu89 — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:12:17 GMT

One of my friends swears by local honey, he has a teaspoon in the morning and before going to bed.

Skin and health problems 2nd year student

T'archer — Sat, 11 May 2013 15:38:46 GMT

People won't think less of you. I wouldn't advise you the quit Uni though. Think how hard you've worked to get there. Maybe see if you can cut down your hours at work? I'm guessing you've seen your GP, maybe consider seeing a councilor or student support at your University.

Is there anything I could do about this?

moonkatt — Sat, 11 May 2013 13:37:57 GMT

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Originally Posted by Galileo Galilei

yes when it began

So you have an actual diagnosis of whooping cough? If you can get a doctors note they may be able to take mitigating circumstances into account with your exam.

Tooth cavities

Helenia — Sat, 11 May 2013 11:24:25 GMT

If you don't know how to contact the dental phobia clinic, contact your regular dentist and ask what's going on. If they don't know, either ask them to chase it up for you, or ask if you can have the contact details for the clinic so you can chase it yourself.

Also look into getting some CBT/other therapy about your phobia. Chances are you're going to need other medical treatment at some point in your life and if you can address these issues now it will make things much easier for you in the future.

if you have clogged arteries, is it possible to unclog them?

Helenia — Sat, 11 May 2013 09:27:07 GMT

Depends on which artery, and depends on what is causing the clogging. There is evidence that there is some degree of reversibility in cholesterol plaques if you lower the blood cholesterol level, but diet only contributes a relatively small amount to cholesterol levels.

Sinking heart?

IShouldBeRevising_ — Sat, 11 May 2013 08:48:30 GMT

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Originally Posted by bluemax

Anxiety could be a big reason. Do you have an important exam coming up? Or are you afraid of losing a close one?

Yes I have exams this and next month.

Warts

Idle — Fri, 10 May 2013 21:38:17 GMT

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Originally Posted by Anonymous

So I have 2 warts on my right knuckles and 1 only my left index finger. They have been there for a year or two now and Bazooka/wart paint doesn't seem to work. My GP really didn't seem to care when I asked him about it.
Help?

Ask your GP for an appointment for cryotherapy, it can take a few sessions but generally it works.

Can I use Glasses Prescription for Contacts?

sadpanda123 — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:45:49 GMT

They shouldn't sell you any contact lenses (assuming you're in the UK) without you having a valid contact lens prescription (different from your glasses one). Some shops will do this but it's illegal. I'd say go to an opticians for a fitting and trial, lots of opticians let you have the trial lenses and initial appointments free :)

Exhaustion normal after an exam?

hollywoodbudgie — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:19:56 GMT

Same! Thankfully I don't have any exams back to back this year

Anxiety, Multiple Sclerosis or something else?

hslt — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:07:52 GMT

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It is hard to explain really as I have a wide range of symptoms.

A brief list:
Headaches
Floaters in vision or momentarily blurred vision( in one eye) like you would get with something in your eye.
Nausea/feeling car sick, this can be random or after eating
Vertigo
Tinnitus
Pain in knees and knuckles
Difficulty walking (feels like I carry a very heavy backpack)
Difficulty remembering things or will slur or use the wrong word or pronounce it wrong
Palpitations
Tender skin or sore spots (feels like bruises all over my legs and back but skin is clear)

MS is diagnosed by two episodes of focal neurological dysfunction separated in time and space. I.e. you have to have two separate incidences of losing your vision, or losing the use of a limb. (although it can be a progressive deteriorating condition, making it harder to diagnose)

Nothing that you describe fits into any of the classic criteria for MS though - none of the things you describe are focal neurological signs. For this reason I would suggest it is not MS.

You have to understand that symptoms in MS appear suddenly, then gradually improve over days to weeks.

The large array of symptoms affecting several systems would be much better explained by something hormonal (although I personally cannot think what), or by anxiety as you say, or perhaps as side-effects of anti-depressants combined with any o the above.

Ask your doctor why they won't refer you.

Are prohormones dangerous?

hslt — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:50:17 GMT

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Originally Posted by Dursty

Can relate to be honest mate, ****ing hate them, blood samples are the worst. I've decided I'm waiting till I'm around 22 to be safe, just keep bulking whilst I'm at uni try and reach genetic natural limit.

Just to be safe, I would advise against it at all.

Yeah you don't get any immediate effects except some liver damage in some cases, and other problems if used to young. But you, in a few decades time, will end up regretting it if you use for any period of time.

Do what you want, obviously, but couldn't read this whole thing without pointing out that excess testosterone has some definite, well known, long-term health risks.

Gym??

Anonymous — Fri, 10 May 2013 16:12:39 GMT

do u know any gyms for 14s and over?? around central london?? im tryna get a hot summer body ;p lol

Scurvy

Anonymous — Fri, 10 May 2013 15:50:24 GMT

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Originally Posted by moonkatt

It is unlikely, as it seems you eat a balanced diet and will get vitamin C from other foods, it's not exclusive to oranges and lemons. If you're concerned about your gums maybe getting a check up at the dentists is in order?

I did go to the Orthodontist the other week, so if there was anything serious I'm sure they would have said.

I've got a dentist appointment soon, so I'll ask him then :)

Sleeping in

Wanderlust1 — Fri, 10 May 2013 12:11:41 GMT

It really depends on how much sleep you need. I suggest you wake up 15 minutes earlier each day to change you sleeping pattern gradually. This way, you won't feel too tired. I find that using a lamp and timer to wake up helps a lot.

Why did they say this? (gall bladder)

madders94 — Fri, 10 May 2013 12:04:16 GMT

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Originally Posted by Helenia

They'd do it all as part of the same operation - the "telescope" is the camera they use for the keyhole operation anyway. If you do have gallstones and you get referred to see a surgeon at the hospital, they'll be able to explain the options in more detail, and have a look at your existing scar(s) to see if they would be likely to cause a problem.

Ok, thanks! :)

Tall men with small feet

rjm91 — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:40:03 GMT

I'm 5'11" and have size 13 feet..... Massive feet....

Is it normal to be experiencing a bad flu/cold, anybody else?

Tim2341 — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:31:01 GMT

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Originally Posted by Jodie_668

All colds are caused by a virus. It is just more common in winter because people are more often indoors and therefore in closer contact with each other and also because people tend to be less active which weakens your immune system.
It is perfectly normal to have a cold at this time of year, only if it persists for a few weeks should you be worried enough to see your doctor :)

Thank you. :o

Contact Lenses

rjm91 — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:06:14 GMT

I used to wear contacts and glasses when I was younger, at 18 I had laser eye surgery and now my eyes have deteriorated. I now have a mild prescription and I am interested in contact lenses.

I have dailies at the moment which I am getting on fine with. I noticed there are monthly continuous wear lenses and I know you can get monthly ones that you take out at night. I have slightly dry eyes - side effect from the laser treatment.

Has anyone ever used the continuous wear ones? Any feedback? Thanks.

Weight loss winner

slim shadylady — Fri, 10 May 2013 09:17:03 GMT

Gad, I love my fitbugorb.Since I signed up I have lost the weight I just couldn't shift.If anyone is using one how about starting a community.

Am I too skinny? [PICS]

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